Jobs in BSK Global, Nairobi, Kenya

Technology Solutions Manager

Main role
As a Technology Solutions Manager, the individual will be responsible for solution design, executing projects, improvements, issue resolutions around systems and infrastructure.
Responsibilities
·         Align ICT infrastructure services objectives and programs to BSK Global objectives and strategies.

·         Oversee the planning and implementation of new systems and improvements to the supporting infrastructure; servers, operating systems, storage, networks (LAN, WAN & Internet) and communication systems for Clients.
·         Manage vendor relationships.
·         Server hardware configuration and provisioning to include Data Centre general infrastructure management including racking, cabling, organization and other daily practices.
·         Monitor ICT systems and business application platforms at all levels and implement action plans to improve the customer ICT experience to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
·         Align IT Technical (Network and Infrastructure) Risk management with bank wide management.
·         Develop business case(s), technical RFP’s, project plans, reports, other documentation for infrastructure projects and associated efforts and ensures effective implementation of procured ICT infrastructure systems.
·         Managing the ICT services of the Company;
·         Designing and implementing information systems, infrastructure and projects
·         Liaising with external BSK Customers in relevant industry units in ensuring adoption and adherence to ICT standards;
·         Keeping abreast with IT development and recommending to the Company emerging ICT solutions and best practices to enhance service delivery;
·         Establishing and implementing ICT data protection systems and ensuring that inherent risks are effectively managed and controlled;
·         Coordinating the monitoring and evaluation of ICT projects, programs and policies.
·         Report on the performance status of duties assigned to Technology Services Head.
Qualifications
·         Have a minimum 5 years work experience two (2) years should be in Managerial role;
·         Be a holder Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field from a recognized institution;
·         Have a Relevant Professional certification in ICT; I.T.I.L, CCNP or MCIP/MCSE
·         Undertaken a Leadership /Management Course from a recognized institution;
·         Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results; and
·         Good interpersonal skills;
·         Good planning, organizing and coordinating skills
·         Strong interpersonal, analytical verbal and written skills;
·         Leadership skills;
·         Strong communications and presentation skills, Knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications;
How to apply
Interested candidates are requested to forward their updated CVs stating their expected remuneration to hr@bskglobaltech.com by 5th April 2019 clearly stating on the subject “TSM – Security & Infrastructure

Project Manager
Main role
This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of multi-disciplined projects, with the objective of executing the successful project implementation of an Enterprise Management solution in the cloud or on premise.
The Project Manager will need to understand customer project objectives and take ownership of contractual requirements defined in the Statement of Work. She or he will manage resources assigned to fulfil those requirements using the PMI implementation methodology, lead implementation planning, control project plan and overall execution. The project manager will develop positive relationships with all project stakeholders creating a high level of customer satisfaction, and help the customer realise expected benefits.
Responsibilities
Key accountabilities and decision ownership
·         Management of the delivery schedule and budget to deliver to ensure project delivery is on time and in budget
·         Management of third party and specialist resources assigned to the project
·         Leads and manages project and resource schedules assigning and tracking tasks planned for the project team
·         Project progress tracking
·         Identifies, manages and mitigates the risks that may impact the project
·         Complete project weekly status reports and steering committee presentations
·         Communicates project activities including progress, budget, risks, issues to both client and organisation stake holders
·         Champion and enforcer of the implementation methodology
·         Assists with pre-sales project activities and including project estimation, contracts and presentation of project and methodologies to prospective customers
·         Manages quality of the project deliverables
·         Positive relationship management with client and key stakeholders
·         Commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills
Qualifications
·         A Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Business Information Technology or related field or an MBA.
·         A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in Project Management.
·         PMI certified
·         Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
·         The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions.
·         Advanced technical skills.
·         Excellent documentation skills.
·         Fundamental analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
·         Experience creating detailed reports and giving presentations.
·         Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
·         A track record of following through on commitments.
·         Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
·         A history of leading and supporting successful projects.
How to apply
Interested candidates are requested to forward their updated CVs stating their expected remuneration to hr@bskglobaltech.com by 5th April 2019 clearly stating on the subject “Project Manager