Chief Information Communication Technology Officer [JG M] Webmaster at County Government of Nandi

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate systems analysis, design activities by understanding government services and gather requirements for the development of information systems.
• Oversee testing, quality assurance and implementation of county information systems, ensuring adherence to project timelines and deliverables
• Develop and implement maintenance and backup plans to ensure the continuous functionality and performance of County information systems.
• Develop and enforce and prepare ICT standards, policies, and procedures related to the development and management of information systems.
• Ensure comprehensive and up-to-date documentation of information systems, including system architecture, design specifications, and user manuals.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and transfer by providing documentation and resources to relevant county departments and sectors.
• Evaluate the suitability of information communication technology equipment for system development purposes and make recommendations on the procurement or upgrading of equipment to support efficient and effective system development.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the technical skills and knowledge of information technology personnel involved in system development.
• Provide training and support to end-users/departments to ensure their understanding and effective use of newly developed information systems.
• Evaluate the performance of information technology personnel involved in system development and provide feedback to support their professional growth.

Requirements for Appointment:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• A degree in Computer Science/Information Communication Technology/Information Science; or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Must have served as a team lead of Management Information Systems and Infrastructure Unit.
• Demonstrated merit, ability, and results in previous roles related to the development of Information Systems.
• Strong knowledge and experience in systems analysis, design, and programming preferably Python, PHP and JavaScript web frameworks
• Demonstrate proficient and comprehensive knowledge of the following web platforms (CMS - WordPress and Drupal, CDNs and Web Analytics).
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, coding standards, and best practices.
• Strong leadership and management abilities, with the capacity to supervise and guide the development team effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders and translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.