Head of ICT at Kenya Ports Authority

Responsibilities

• Formulating and recommending IT policies for adoption by management
• Responsible for Senior IT staff development in technical and management areas resulting in the smooth running of their departments /sections.
• Keeping abreast with IT development and ensuring that KPA fully benefits on an ongoing basis from technical developments in the IT industry and continuously improving existing business processes.
• Overseeing the efficient management of IT infrastructure at the port.
• Overseeing all IT projects right from Management and Board approval through to their successful implementation and ensuring that the inherent risks are effectively managed and contained.
• Overseeing implementation of business continuity plans and disaster recovery plans for IT systems.
• Ensuring that the department runs smoothly, cost – effectively.
• Overseeing provision of quality services to KPA users and other stakeholders.
• Preparing and controlling budget and forecasts for the department
• Liaising with external agencies including relevant government units in order to harmonize IT systems within the Port community.

Qualifications

• Be holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution
• Be a holder of a Professional ICT qualification from a reputable professional body
• Be a valid member of relevant professional body and be of good standing
• Have not less than seven (7) years’ experience in delivery of ICT services gained from a reputable organization