IPOA Senior ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya

IPOA Senior ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose

To design and implement ICT systems, networks and database infrastructure and architecture

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise the development and implementation of ICT strategies, policies and procedures in with the organizational strategic objective;

Develop employee performance targets and competency development plans.

Implement established ICT business processes;

Develop and implement coaching, mentorship and succession planning programs in the department;

Supervise development and implementation of departmental annual budget, procurement plan and work plans;

Establish mechanisms for implementing accountability structures, monitoring of departmental performance, supervision and progress reporting of tasks.

Supervise the management and administration of the outsourced ICT services.

Implement controls for the deployment and application of ICT personnel and equipment/resources.

Supervise the development and management of ICT contracts and service level agreements.

Develop and implement ICT training and staff awareness programs.

Supervise operation of the information management systems, data analytics systems, networks, database and data security systems.

Develop the ICT disaster recovery plan

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

Advice and upgrade ICT Systems to meet the Authority’s needs

Supervise development of specifications for ICT software and hardware.

Prepare departmental procurement plan for every financial year.

Supervise vulnerability and system penetration tests

Implement ICT Infrastructure and Connectivity solutions

Supervise the implementation of information management systems

Develop and submit timely ICT system updates and advisories.

Supervise spyware investigations for ICT equipment.

Develop and submit ICT reports

Supervise the day to day ICT operations in the Authority.

Preparing technical systems and user documentation

Implement downtime procedures and business continuity.

Providing technical support and training new users in the use of system/ICT facilities and systems

Track and log ICT system process issues and incidents.

Supervise servicing and maintenance of all the Information Communication Technology equipment

Provide advisory on utilization of packages, new software applications and

programs

Installing software packages and/or equipment to include configuration of software/hardware

Review user manuals and computer listings to debug programs, interpret abnormal terminations or other inoperable situations and resolving problems

Implement and maintain all network, security, and computer systems to meet the organization's current and future requirements.

Supervise and appraise direct reports.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Information Technology, Computer Science or Business Information Technology from a recognized Institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to Professional Bodies

Professional certifications in ICT such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, Oracle Certified Database Administrator, CISM/CISA or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

Current membership of an ICT professional body

Previous Relevant Work Experience Required

Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Information, Communications Technology (ICT) Officer or nine (6) years in Information, Communications Technology (ICT) or a comparable relevant position in the Public Sector or Private Sector

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

Functional Skills:

Investigations Skills

Organization and Planning Skills

Dispute Resolution Skills

Decision Making Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

Transparency and accountability

Ethics and Integrity

Team player

Creativity and innovation

Resilience

Independence

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Database management skills

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; IPOA Senior ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya

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