Webmaster at Karatina University

Basic Salary for this position is between Kshs.50,223/= by Kshs.1,963/= to Kshs.71,820/=

Job Description for Webmaster

• Design, develop, maintain and manage the university’s website and content of the university and ensure it is attractive and clearly understood to deliver correct information about the university.
• Enhance maintenance and security of the organization’s website through control, regulate and manage access rights of different users on website.
• Ensure the web servers, hardware and software are operating accurately
• Creates and maintains content on the website, adhering to brand and university guidelines.
• Troubleshoots website issues and implements solutions.
• Monitor, Analyze and report website traffic through analytics and user behavior for optimization.
• Collaborates with instructional designers and developers to integrate learning materials.
• Create and maintain a consistent look and feel across the Web site by promoting uniform fonts, formatting, icons, images, and layout, and creating appropriate templates to assist content authors.
• Find, diagnose, and fix Web site problems, including broken links (both internal and external), typographical errors, and formatting inconsistencies.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by a senior officer
• Stays updated on the latest web development trends and technologies.

Job Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in web development and administration.
• Strong understanding of web technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and CMS platforms. Proficient in content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, Joomla).
• Proven track record and knowledge in graphic design.
• Experience with cloud platforms, website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), linux administration.
• Certification in any of the following areas Cyber Security, Web Security vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and mitigation measures will be an added advantage.
• Any other professional qualifications will be an added advantage.