ICT Officer II at Kenya Vision 2030

The Vision 2030 Delivery Board (VDB) is seeking to fill the position for Information Communication Technology Officer II through a competitive recruitment process

INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER II, JOB GRADE VDS 7

This is the entry and training grade of this cadre. The officer will be responsible to the Chief Information Communication Technology in carrying out the following functions: –

Job Description

1. Performing system backups and recovery
2. Conducting server builds
3. Participating in preparation of specifications for various telecommunication equipment and systems
4. Monitoring operating system software and servers
5. Participating in the implementation of the computer systems
6. Providing user support, including training users; and
7. Performing technical, systems and user documentation tasks.
8. Test and evaluate all new technology e.g., database systems.
9. Conduct electrical safety checks on computer equipment
10. Enhance office IT system through appropriate upgrades and advise on changes or improvements required
11. Help install and support of all ICT hardware and software; and
12. Provide overall administrative support to Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat.

Job Specifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Information Communication Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Business Information Technology, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. Demonstrated a high level of professional competence and outstanding management qualities in computerized information systems.
3. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in fast-paced environment.
4. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously; and
5. Excellent communication skills.

Key Attributes

The following key attributes will be required for the positions:

1. A well-rounded professional in good standing
2. Substantial experience in the public or private sector in Public Communications and
3. Communication Strategy
4. Demonstrable proficiency in 21st-Century communication channels
5. Demonstrable exposure to multi-cultural multi-ethnic multi-disciplinary environments
6. Excellent organizational and team-management skills
7. Good inter-personal skills necessary to cultivate and maintain partnerships and collaborations
8. Demonstrable capacity to work under pressure and deliver results
9. Demonstrable capacity for innovation and delivery of results

Terms of Service

1. The Director, Communications and Strategy, Program Officer II and Information Communication Technology Officer II positions will serve on contract for a period of three years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance. The salary and other benefits attached to this position will be as determined by the VDB in consultation with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.