INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology and Computer Science from a recognized institution

CCNA, CCNP, CISSP or Project Management

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Computer Science, Information systems/technology, or equivalent qualification from a         recognized institution.

• At least ten (10) years’ work experience, four (4) of which must be in a relevant field at supervisory/management     level
• Membership certificate to a relevant professional body;
• Certificate in a leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution of Kenya

 Duties and responsibilities 

• Develop, implement and periodically review the Board’s ICT Strategy;
• Formulate, manage and control the planning and budgeting for the Board’s ICT services;
• Develop and manage the department’s annual work plan and budget;
• Oversee performance management in the division; recruitment, setting performance targets, supervision, scheduling, development, appraisal and disciplinary actions;
• Provide professional advice to the Board on ICT matters as appropriate;
• Ensure ICT data security, risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning processes are in place and are regularly reviewed;
• Develop and implement ICT policies and procedures relating to ICT services, including distribution, security, disaster recovery, standards and service provision;
• Liaise with users to ensure that information processing needs are met;
• Review and evaluate feasibility studies and reports for implementation;
• Liaise with heads of departments in developing and implementing change management initiatives;
• Develop the talents and ensure continuous staff training to guarantee delivery of efficient ICT services at the Board;
• Ensure newly acquired ICT equipment meet the best specifications as per the latest technology in the market;
• Work in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to deliver ICT solutions that efficiently and effectively enhance the Board’s capability;
• Oversee ICT special projects, including planning, scheduling, managing and progress reporting;
• Oversee the implementation of the NG-CDF Management Information System (MIS), and other ICT solutions in the Board; and
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.