IT Coordinator Job in Kenya


Position: IT Coordinator

Department:  Human Resources   
 
Reports to: Director   
 
Purpose of the position

Responsible for All IT/IS related in the Company.

Main Responsibilities
  • SAP knowledge is a MUST.
  • Set up system security values in accordance with Company policy
  • Ensure that all major initiatives are in line with IT Company objectives and directions.
  • Setting and maintaining system security through profiles as required
  • Security event monitoring - History logs and audit journals.
  • Implementation of firewalls and virus detection software              
  • Ensure system data is secure through backups as required.
  • Installation of only authorized software in Computers
  • Ensure systems upgrades are done as and when necessary.
  • Ensure that all operational systems are functional.
  • Oversee the development of management information systems.
  • Monitoring overall systems performance.
  • Updating and generating timely management reports
  • Ensure all computer software copyrights are adhered to and all software licences are in place.
  • Establish and maintain efficient hardware and network infrastructure.
  • Plan and advise management on hardware issues.
  • Ensure hardware maintenance and liaison with suppliers on systems performance.
  • Explore ways to maximise resources usage
  • Ensure that Organizations IS strategies are properly implemented.
  • Ensure IS coordination between all respective Departments.
  • Purchase IT HW & SW as per approved Budget & Company policies.
  • Keep a HW & SW register.
  • Plan, advice and co-ordinate information system activities for adequacy and shortcomings.
  • Ensure proper and timely implementation of the Company mandatory items (software, hardware/network infrastructure).
  • Establish and submit yearly IT department’s budgets as well as ensure its control
  • Establish and maintain IT long-term plans
  • Facilitate IT related courses and seminars.
  • Ensure user support in the organization.
Key Performance Metrics
  • System Security Management
  • Systems Management
  • Hardware Management
  • IT/IS Administration and Coordination
  • Training and Support.
Competencies
Know-How and Skills
  • Good analytical & problem solving skills
  • Strong technical background
  • Customer-oriented with excellent customer service skills
  • Strong achievement focus i.e. high energy levels and commitment to end results
  • Good communication skills with demonstrated clarity in spoken and written words
  • Ability to solve incidents requiring creativity and initiative.
  • Understanding of business systems.
  • Achievement focus
  • Self Motivation.
  • Technical knowledge.
  • Prioritizing
  • Ability to transfer Skills \ Training
  • Team Player
  • Multitasking Skills
  • Logical thinking
  • Technical knowledge
Required Qualifications
  • University degree in Information Technology/related field
  • Certification in Windows operations/Programming
Application
 
Qualifying candidates should send their application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae to recruit@odumont.com  before COB 25th May 2013.