Information Communication Technology Manager

REF: VA/UU/014/07/2023

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement and periodically review the Board’s ICT Strategy;
• Formulate, manage and control the planning and budgeting for the Board’s ICT services;
• Develop and manage the department’s annual work plan and budget;
• Oversee performance management in the division; recruitment, setting performance targets, supervision, scheduling, development, appraisal and disciplinary actions;
• Provide professional advice to the Board on ICT matters as appropriate;
• Ensure ICT data security, risk management, disaster recovery and business continuity planning processes are in place and are regularly reviewed;
• Develop and implement ICT policies and procedures relating to ICT services, including distribution, security, disaster recovery, standards and service provision;
• Liaise with users to ensure that information processing needs are met;
• Review and evaluate feasibility studies and reports for implementation;
• Liaise with heads of departments in developing and implementing change management initiatives;
• Develop the talents and ensure continuous staff training to guarantee delivery of efficient ICT services at the Board;
• Ensure newly acquired ICT equipment meet the best specifications as per the latest technology in the market;
• Work in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to deliver ICT solutions that efficiently and effectively enhance the Board’s capability;
• Oversee ICT special projects, including planning, scheduling, managing and progress reporting;
• Oversee the implementation of the University Management Information System (MIS), and other ICT solutions in the University; and
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology and Computer Science from a recognized institution
• CCNA, CCNP, CISSP or Project Management
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Computer Science, Information systems/technology, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• At least five (5) years’ work experience, Two (2) of which must be in a relevant field at supervisory/management level
• Membership certificate to a relevant professional body
• Certificate in a leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

Method of Application

Interested applicants are advised to send copies of their academic and professional certificates, certificate of good conduct and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant competence in the area of specialization. All application must be submitted to the address below on or before 4th Aug, 2023.

Applications, clearly marked “Application for the position of __________”, must be submitted on or before 4th Aug, 2023 via  https://recruitment.umma.ac.ke and should be send to the below address.

Kindly quote the reference number indicated above.

Umma University is an equal opportunity employer. Women, marginalized groups and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.

The Vice Chancellor,Umma University,

P.O. Box: 713 – 01100,

Kajiado – Kenya