Vacancy title:
Principal ICT Officer
Jobs at:
National Government Affirmative Action FundDeadline of this Job:
24 March 2023
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 01, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Ref: NGAAF/07/02/2023
Reporting to the Deputy Director – ICT, the Principal ICT Officer will be responsible for:-
• Developing, implementing and reviewing of the Fund’s ICT policies, strategies and procedures;
• Ensuring compliance with established Information Communication Technology standards, procedures and regulations;
• Providing specifications and standards in the procurement of ICT software, hardware, and systems;
• Coordinating the development and implementation of LANs and WAN;
• Developing, reviewing, and implementing effective communication systems in the Authority, including, email, voice and data networks;
• Designing and implementing Security Systems to secure Fund’s ICT Assets and systems (Firewall, Antivirus, CCTV, Uninterruptible Power Systems, etc.);
• Designing and implementing a secure means of accessing and storing Fund’s data as well as preventing data loss;
• Coordinating the design, implementation and maintenance of Fund’s website and databases;
• Ensuring security and authorized access to data processing systems (servers) and shared information within the Fund’s Local Area Network;
• Providing guidance on acquisition of computer equipment and consumables; and
• Coordinating administration and management of Network Infrastructure.
Qualifications For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
• Served in the grade of Senior Information Communication Technology Officer for a minimum period of four (4) years or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of eight (8) years three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory role;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional certificates in any of the following areas:- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) or Certified Network Associate/Network+ (CCNA/N+CISCO) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM);
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership with a relevant professional body in good standing; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the above positions. Each application should be accompanied by a CV with names of three professional referees, daytime telephone contact, a cover letter indicating the position applied for in the subject header and all relevant certificates and testimonials addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
National Government Affirmative Action Fund
P.O. BOX 48272-00100
NAIROBI And Send via mail to: recruitment@ngaaf.go.ke Or hand delivered to:
The Chief Executive Officer
National Government Affirmative Action Fund ABSA Building, 16th floor
P.O BOX 48272-00100
NAIROBI The applications should be received on or before 24th March, 2023 at 5:00pm
Please note:
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification
• The National Government Affirmative Action Fund is committed toavailing equal opportunities to ALL KENYANS. Female candidates, youths and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Successful candidates will be appointed on a three (3) years contract period renewable subject to satisfactory performance
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