Deputy Director ICT, Public Communication, Research And Library at Makueni County Public Service Board

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing system security procedures and Disaster Recovery strategy in line with Business continuity.
• Projects Management on Information Technology projects.
• Overall Supervision of the Departmental staff
• Formulation, implementation, interpretation and review appropriate ICT master plan, policies, rules, standards and procedures governing information and communication technology;
• Aligning departmental goals with the institutional goals, ICT master plan and strategic plan to ensure organizational targets are met within the stipulated timelines
• Overseeing and monitoring the customization, configuration, installation and maintenance of ICT related systems;
• Ensuring custody of ICT systems documentation and inventory;
• Providing technical advice to the Clerk of the County Assembly on matters related to ICT;
• Preparing periodical progress and system assessment reports of the systems in place;
• Approving the hardware and software systems specifications;
• Overseeing the implementation of departmental training plan;
• Appraising staff in the department;
• Coordinating preparation of departmental budget proposals and procurement plans; and
• Mentoring and coaching staff.

Requirements for appointment

• Possess five (5) years relevant work experience 3 of which must have been in Senior Management
• Bachelor’s Degree in a ny o f t he f o l l o w i ng D i s c i p l i ne s ; Computer Science, Information Technology, Communication, Business Information Technology or an equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Master’s Degree in any o f t he f o l l o w i ng D i s c i p l i ne s ; Computer Science, Information Technology, Communication, Business Information Technology or an equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cyber Security, Network+ (N+) or A+ or programming or database management or any other equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Registration with a relevant professional body,
• Demonstration of managerial, administrative, integrity as prescribed in Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Demonstrate professional competence in work performance and results and exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies and objectives;