Ref Number: KeNHA/AD-ICT /06/2024

Job Purpose

• The job holder is responsible for supporting the Deputy Director ICT by supervising the developing, implementing, administering, and managing all ICT policies, standards, strategies and security initiatives enabling service delivery in the Authority.

Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• carrying out systems analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users;
• developing, implementing and maintaining of systems;
• ensuring adherence to established ICT standards;
• compiling overall systems documentation;
• supervising installation certification, repairs and maintenance of Information
• Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals;
• recommending and supervising Hardware/Software specifications for Information Communication Technology equipment;
• drawing and scheduling preventive maintenance;
• administering and maintaining mission critical web and database server’s configuration;
• installing server systems for KeNHA’s activities;
• documenting KeNHA network configurations and passwords of critical systems;
• creating and administering network users’ control, rights and permissions;
• ensuring systems are backed up;
• ensuring the security of server data from unauthorized access; and enforcing implementation of ICT policies and procedures

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade an officer must have:

• A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in relevant work and at least three (3) years in a supervisory role in the Public Service or in the Private Sector;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines :- Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering, Business Information Technology or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering, Business Information Technology or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional certification such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP), CCNA, MCSE,MCSA, MCSD, Oracle, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Individual membership with Computer Society of Kenya or any other recognized professional body;
• A letter of good standing with Computer Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body;
• Demonstrated Management Competency including Project Management skills;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Change Management
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Networking
• Database Administration
• System Development
• Negotiation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team Management skills
• Emotional Intelligence
• Critical Thinking
• Decision making skills
• Organizational skills
• Stress management skills
• Personal motivation and self-drive
• Emotional intelligence
• Integrity