Vacancy title:
ICT Associate - Jihusishe SMS Platform
Jobs at:
The Institute For Social AccountabilityDeadline of this Job:
29 November, 2019
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 25, 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
The Institute For Social Accountability is a civil society initiative committed towards the achievement of sound policy and good governance in local development in Kenya, to uplift livelihoods of, especially, the poor and marginalized. TISA has been operational since March 2008 and is a locally registered trust. TISA has engaged with various relevant state and non-state actors in the quest to promote effective local governance in Kenya. TISA focuses on governance and has built up considerable expertise and networks in local governance, participatory governance, advocacy strategies, capacity building and practice learning while growing in experience and capacity in the development of capacity building tools and curricula in these areas. .
Job Responsibilities:
• Maintenance of an up-to-date inventory of software and hardware. Maintenance of a library of ICT related reference materials and maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials.
• Research and retrieval of data from internal and external sources; preparation of statistical charts, tables and reports as required.
• Provision of ICT support to key events.
• Contribute to the identification and documentation of best practices and lessons learned and share this knowledge with team members.
• Identify and consolidate innovative communications practices.
• Present JIHUSISHE communications work in local, national and international forums.
• Build the capacity of/train JIHUSISHE staff in the use of JIHUSISHE communication / SMS systems.
Job Skills: Not Specified
Job Qualifications:
• At least 2 years’ experience providing Information Communications Technology (ICT) and Administrative Support in a development context;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology with Communications or any other relevant field.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work in fast-paced environment;
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Experience working on SMS platforms – (short codes and USSD is an added advantage);
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Basic programming skills; PHP, HTML, JavaScript
• Experience in Communications Strategy Development
• Experience working in customer relations will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of digital marketing tactics, such as SEO and email marketing..
Job Education Requirements: Not Specified
Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified
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Job application procedure
Send a cover letter which demonstrates the direct relevant experience and a CV of no more than three pages to hr@tisa.or.ke by 29th November 2019.
Indicate the job title as the subject of your email.
Canvassing will result in immediate disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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