Position Summary:
The
overall objective of the ICT Manager is to organize and run the operations of
information and communication technology to the ICT department so as to offer
effective, professional and customer-oriented service to Tangaza University and
related stakeholders. They should have strong technical abilities and
familiarity in the latest technologies and strong coordination and leadership
abilities.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Managing, planning, coordinating and
distributing tasks in the ICT Department.
- Planning and implementing ICT enterprise
architecture to satisfy current and future requirements within the
college.
- To develop and implement ICT objectives,
strategies and operational plans in relation to Tangaza strategic Plan.
- Overseeing the successful implementation
of all ICT projects and ensuring that the inherent risks are effectively
managed.
- Coordinating the design/development and
implementation of computer disaster recovery procedures to minimize on
loss of data/or systems and enhanced data protection and privacy.
- Managing ICT and systems security in line
with ICT security policies, standards procedures and common practices.
- Ensuring systems availability and optimum
functionalities.
- Identifying and coordinating IT user
training needs for both faculty, support staff and students and
recommending appropriately.
- Provide technical guidance and advice in
the procurement of ICT hardware and software goods and services.
- Server installation, administration and
maintenance.
- Writing reports, documentation and
operating manuals.
- Attending management meetings and
coordinating ICT functionalities with the Academics, Administration and
Finance departments.
- Communication and feedback with ICT
service providers and vendors on behalf of the university.
- To advise on lCT staff recruitment and
develop the capacity of ICT staff to ensure that they possess the IT
skills required to successfully implement Tangaza ICT strategy.
Qualification and Experience
- MSc. In an ICT related field from a
recognized institution.
- Bachelor’s Degree in ICT, Business IT or
a related discipline from a recognized University
- Demonstrate expertise and experience in
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP system.
- Demonstrate expertise and experience in
Unix/Linux systems administration
- Professional ICT qualifications such as
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Cisco Certified Network
Associate (CCNA) or equivalent and other recognized qualifications
- Demonstrate experience in the management,
control and support of ICT services and a track record in developing ICT
solutions;
- A minimum of 10 years’ experience in
relevant work and at least three (3) years in a supervisory role.
- Proficient in CSS/HTML, XML, WordPress,
JavaScript, SQL, and MySQL Databases.
- Member of an ICT professional body
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Detail – oriented and highly creative
with outstanding organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication
skills.
- Understanding of global trend in ICT with
wide knowledge in driving IT enabled change.
- Have strong analytical, problem solving
and decision-making skills.
- Possess good interpersonal skills and
high level of integrity and ethics
How To Apply
Applicants
should enclose a Letter of Introduction, Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant
certification and three (3) reference letters from recognized persons /
institutions by 15th
May, 2024 indicating your daytime contacts to:
The
Human Resource and Administration Manager
Tangaza University College
P.O. BOX 15055-00509
NAIROBI
E-mail to vacancies@tangaza.ac.ke