Mombasa County is one of the 47 Counties of Kenya. Its capital and the only city in the county is Mombasa. Initially it was one of the former Districts of Kenya but in 2013 it was reconstituted as a county, on the same boundaries. It is the smallest county in Kenya, covering an area of 229.7 km2 excluding 65 km2 of water mass.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintaining and developing the ICT infrastructure to ensure best value and to support fit for Purpose systems and solutions.
• Providing effective and efficient ICT support;
• Help install and support of all ICT hardware and software;
• Maintain local and wide area networks and support remote working;
• Performing system backups and recovery;
• Proactive assessment of user needs in terms of software and applications and installation of the same on computers for all relevant users in the corporation;
• Consistent and timely troubleshooting support provided to all projects and personnel;
• Developing and implementing the corporation’s ICT policies and ICT strategic plan;
• Providing leadership and direction to the ICT and Digital Service and ensure that the service is efficient, effective and delivers value for money;
• Providing direction and guidance with respect to the corporation’s information systems on the selection, implementation and operation of security and controls;
• Managing the available workforce and ICT resources to ensure that the planning, Development and delivery of specified ICT services achieve agreed levels of service and data integrity;
• Keeping abreast of new methods and trends in ICT technology and products in order to advance and improve the corporation’s ICT capability;
• To be the principal adviser to management by providing strategic advice and guidance in all aspects of ICT as required;
• Enhancing office IT system through appropriate upgrades and advise on changes or improvements required;
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Communication Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Business Information Technology or a related field from a recognized University;
• Master’s Degree in a related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage;
• Have had experience for a period of not less than five (5) years in providing ICT services;
• Demonstrated a high level of professional competence and outstanding management qualities in computerized information systems;
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

PERSONAL QUALITIES IN ADDITIONAL TO THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.

• Communication skills
• Team building
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
• Collaboration skills