Massive Recruitment at KNEC November 2023, Assistant Director, Information Communication and Technology Officer Officer Job in Kenya
Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: –
- Providing leadership in formulation and implementation ICT strategies;
- Ensuring adherence to ICT policies procedures and standards;
- Overseeing ICT programs and activities;
- Managing, coordinating and supervising ICT functions in the unit/division;
- Establishing mechanisms for disaster recovery and business continuity.
- Drawing ICT budget and procurement plans;
- Coordinating systems development, implementation and maintenance;
- Liaising with users to ensure that their ICT needs are met;
- Reviewing and evaluating feasibility studies and reports for implementation;
- Supervising and managing ICT projects within the planned time deadlines and budget projections;
- Coordinating information systems security audits, reporting and making recommendations to strengthen ICT security systems;
- Preparing work plans, conducting staff performance appraisal and submitting performance reports;
- Developing and implementing measures for staff capacity building;
- Facilitating procurement of ICT equipment and services;
Person Specifications
For appointment to this position, an officer must have:
- At least ten (10) years cumulative relevant work experience, four (4) of which should have served at management level;
- Masters degree in Computer Science or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, Electronics Engineering or other ICT related disciplines with a bias in computer science from a recognized institution;
- Certification in the following; Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Systems
- Developer (MCSD), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Oracle certification;
- Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
- Demonstrated merit in work performance;
- Membership to a professional body;
- Proficiency in computer application;
- Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution for successful applicants.
Key Competencies, skills and attitudes
- Integrity;
- Analytical skills;
- Project Management Skills
- Communication and reporting skills;
- Interpersonal skills;
- Team player.
Method of Application
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should fill and submit the Application for Employment Form KNEC 2A – (External applicants) and Application for Employment Form KNEC 2B – (Internal applicants), an application letter, accompanied by certified copies of academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving details of daytime telephone contact, e-mail address, current remuneration (enclose copy of your latest pay slip), names and valid current contacts of three referees, on or before 21st November, 2023 to the address below:
The Chief Executive Officer
Kenya National Examinations Council
New Mitihani House, South C
P.O Box 73598-00200
NAIROBI
NOTES:
- The Council will only contact the shortlisted candidates and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification;
- Successful applicants offered employment will be required to submit clearance under Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya;
- KNEC Grade 2 and Grade 3 positions are on 5 year contract terms of service and renewal is subject to performance;
- KNEC is an Equal opportunity Employer and People Living with Disability, and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
