Chief Information Communication Technology Officer at Kenya Vision 2030

REF: VDS 4

Reporting to the Director General, the Chief Internal Auditor will be responsible in carrying out the following roles: -

• Formulation and implementation of ICT policies, strategies, protocols and standards for the Secretariat.
• Selecting and implementing suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits.
• Designing and customizing technological systems and platforms to improve stakeholder and the public’s experience.
• Advise on purchases of technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers.
• Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance.
• Oversee contract negotiations with IT vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Liaising with other Directorates/Departments on ICT operations information and activities and direct and organize IT-related projects.
• Analyzing system malfunctions or technical problems and directing appropriate resolution to ensure uninterrupted operation.
• Conducting server builds, engineering enterprise data, voice and video networks.
• Maintaining a secure transfer of data to multiple locations via internal and external networks including reviewing and analyzing data from multiple internal and external sources.
• Providing high-level support and technical expertise in networking technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, hubs, bridges and routers.
• Establishing appropriate operational procedures, tools and resources for effective and timely delivery of technical support to all users.
• Setting and maintaining the systems and infrastructure at a proposed Continuity of Business/DR site and be responsible for maintaining the Secretariat’s Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Designing and developing enterprise-wide data analysis and reporting solutions. And communicating analysis results and making recommendations to senior management.
• Providing advice on the features, functions and capabilities of application systems.
• Conducting continuous development of telecommunications systems in consideration of changing environment.
• Participating in implementing of programs for safeguarding integrity of power and voice communication systems.

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate should possess:-

• A Masters degree in any of the following disciplines:- Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Business Information Technology, Information Communication Technology or similarly appropriate equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:- Information Communication Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Business Information Technology or similarly appropriate equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Must have served in the grade of Senior Information Communication Technology Officer or equivalent position for a period lasting not less than three (3) years OR have at least ten [10] years professional experience five [5] of which should be at senior management level in a comparable and relevant position in the public and/or private sector.
• Be a member in good standing with a relevant professional body.
• Should have management skills, strong leadership, organization, coordination and communication skills.
• Have excellent interaction and presentation skills, a good understanding of key issues and challenges facing social sector in Kenya.
• Should be able to initiate and adopt results-based management.
• Certificate in a Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrated a high level of professional competence and outstanding management qualities in computerized information systems.
• Meets the provision of Chapter Six of the Constitution.