Job Description
CHIEF INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
OFFICER, (VDS 4)
Reporting to the Director General, the Chief Internal Auditor will be responsible
in carrying out the following roles: -
(i) Formulation and implementation of ICT policies, strategies, protocols
and standards for the Secretariat.
(ii) Selecting and implementing suitable technology to streamline all
internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits.
(iii) Designing and customizing technological systems and platforms to
improve stakeholder and the public’s experience.
(iv) Advise on purchases of technological equipment and software and
establish partnerships with IT providers.
(v) Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer
systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance.
(vi) Oversee contract negotiations with IT vendors, contractors, and
service providers.
(vii) Liaising with other Directorates/Departments on ICT operations
information and activities and direct and organize IT-related projects.
(viii) Analyzing system malfunctions or technical problems and directing
appropriate resolution to ensure uninterrupted operation.
(ix) Conducting server builds, engineering enterprise data, voice and video
networks.
(x) Maintaining a secure transfer of data to multiple locations via
internal and external networks including reviewing and analyzing
data from multiple internal and external sources.
(xi) Providing high-level support and technical expertise in networking
technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, hubs, bridges and
routers.
(xii) Establishing appropriate operational procedures, tools and resources
for effective and timely delivery of technical support to all users.
(xiii) Setting and maintaining the systems and infrastructure at a proposed
Continuity of Business/DR site and be responsible for maintaining the
Secretariat’s Disaster Recovery Plan.
(xiv) Designing and developing enterprise-wide data analysis and reporting
solutions. And communicating analysis results and making
recommendations to senior management.
(xv) Providing advice on the features, functions and capabilities of
application systems.
(xvi) Conducting continuous development of telecommunications systems
in consideration of changing environment.
(xvii) Participating in implementing of programs for safeguarding integrity
of power and voice communication systems.
(xviii)Monitoring the operation of the telecommunication systems to
effectively support business operations and implementing new
technological developments to enhance telecommunication systems
efficiency.
(xix) Managing implementation of information technology and
telecommunications projects and ensure compliance with statutory
and regulatory requirements.
(xx) Monitoring technological trends and recommending initiatives to
safeguard the interest of the Secretariat.
(xxi) Formulating risk mitigation plans and performing security reviews and
testing.
(xxii) Conducting security risk assessment and making recommendations on
how to effectively minimize ICT security risks to acceptable levels.
(xxiii)Ensuring that new ICT resources are risk assessed and that risk
mitigation plans are documented and implemented before the ICT
resource is put in production.
(xxiv)Performing periodical vulnerability and penetration tests to highlight
ICT systems vulnerabilities, the need for the update of software with
fixes and patches, and other security related changes.
(xxv) Providing guidance in the evaluation of new security solutions and
methodologies. Monitor changes or advancements in technology to
discover ways the Secretariat can gain competitive advantage, and
(xxvi)Analyze the costs, value, and risks of information technology to advise
management and suggest actions.
(b) Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade a candidate should possess:-
• A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Computer
Engineering, Computer Science, Business Information Technology,
Information Communication Technology or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution.
• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Information
Communication Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer
Science, Business Information Technology or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution.
• Must have served in the grade of Senior Information Communication
Technology Officer or equivalent position for a period lasting not less
than three (3) years OR have at least ten [10] years professional
experience five [5] of which should be at senior management level in
a comparable and relevant position in the public and/or private sector.
• Be a member in good standing with a relevant professional body.
• Should have management skills, strong leadership, organization,
coordination and communication skills.
• Have excellent interaction and presentation skills, a good
understanding of key issues and challenges facing social sector in
Kenya.
• Should be able to initiate and adopt results-based management.
• Certificate in a Management course lasting not less than four (4)
weeks from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrated a high level of professional competence and
outstanding management qualities in computerized information
systems.
• Meets the provision of Chapter Six of the Constitution.