Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) Information & Communications Technology Officer, (Software Developer) Jobs

(a) Job Description

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

(i) Designing, developing, testing and implementing of software solutions as per user
requirements;

(ii) Providing technical expertise for requirements analysis to enhance the quality of
system design;

(iii) Installing, configuring and maintaining ICT systems;

(iv) Liaising with vendors on installation, configuration and maintenance of applications,
network systems and infrastructure;

(v) Providing user support and training;

(vi) Maintaining and configuring systems and databases;

(vii) Devising and implementing measures to enhance safety, security and
accountability for ICT systems and infrastructure;

(viii) Undertaking repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment and associated peripherals;
(ix) Drawing specifications for ICT equipment;

(x) Receiving, verifying and installing ICT equipment;

(xi) Analyzing and reporting on the performance of assigned systems and applications to
guide owners in the development of business cases for necessary upgrades;

(xii) Developing, reviewing and maintaining support documentation to assist end-users
with restoring services;

(xiii) Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to provide technical support while
monitoring, analyzing and reporting on systems performance;

(xiv) Contributing to building capacity within the ICT technical team and ensuring effective
knowledge sharing and mentorship.

(xv) Monitoring and reporting on the performance of network, system and application
security solutions to highlight areas of non-compliance and inform the development of
improved practices and processes;

(xvi) Managing the allocation of access privileges of users to ensure appropriate security
settings are applied as per organization policies and application owner-defined
parameters;

(xvii) Investigating security breaches to guide the refinement of information security
policies and practices;

(xviii) Providing virus protection defenses, reviewing information systems for breaches in
security and securing servers from unauthorized use;

(xix) Monitoring data transactions in and out of a network environment.


(b) Qualification and Experience

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

(i) At least four (4) years cumulative relevant work experience;

(ii) Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Communication
Technology, Electronics Engineering or any other ICT related disciplines with a bias in
computer science from a recognized institution;

(iii) Demonstrated competence and merit in work performance;

(iv) Proficiency in computer applications;

(v) Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

(c) Key Competencies, skills and attitudes

(i) Integrity

(ii) Analytical skills;

(iii) Project Management Skills;

(iv) Communication and reporting skills;

(v) Interpersonal skills;

(vi) Team player.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) Information & Communications Technology Officer, (Software Developer) Jobs

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