Chief Information Officer
We are one of the leading and most respected Insurance Companies
operating across East and Central Africa.
We wish to fill the above position.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Information
Officer will be responsible for managing the Company ICT programmes and
providing technology support and training.
She/He will also give recommendations about future planning and
development of resources in an effective and efficient manner that will ensure
maximum access to and implementation of ICT services and resources. Provision
of ICT Support to the Company’s Strategic Plan.
Main Responsibilities
- Strategic
ICT Planning - Guiding the development of ICT in line with the Company
strategic plan.
- Develop
and manage ICT budget and monitor to ensure expenditure is within approved
limits.
- Manage
and administer the Company ICT system for optimal business performance.
- Ensure
the Integrity of the Company’s computerized systems by maintaining
existing and implementing improved security measures.
- Ensure
the availability, continuity and security of data and information
pertaining to the organization.
- Ensure
technology documents/certificates such as product registrations, SSL
certificates, maintenance agreements, service contracts, etc. related to
technology operations and/or technology services are evaluated, updated
and processed.
- Develop
and maintain technology policies, standards and procedures manual as well
as related technology checklists. Also provide written technology policy
guidance to managers, supervisors, staff and any other users annually.
- Responsible
for the discovery, mitigation and documentation of information technology
risks and completion of monthly risk management reports. Prepare, maintain
and tests an ICT disaster recovery plan.
- Ensure
networks, workstations, operating systems and software applications are
operational; hardware and software is patched and/or updated; and all
analog and broadband circuits are operational in accordance with vendor
specifications.
- Manage
the acquisition, installation and maintenance of the organization’s local
area network hardware/software. Also manage all other IT related inventory
including procurement and disposal.
- Analyze
ICT requirements and develop functional specifications. Conduct
comparative analysis and competitive bidding when necessary.
- Present
and implement technological alternatives to streamline functions and
improve productivity.
- Design,
develop and maintain web-based applications including websites and
intranets. Continuously improve the organization’s Web site and Intranet.
- Ensure
compliance with all software licensing agreements. Manage and safeguard
software media and associated licenses.
- Track
software versions and maintain centralized software use log.
- Provides
technical supervision of ICT staff, develop annual goals & detailed
plans for goal accomplishment and complete staff evaluations. Conduct
technology and systems orientation for new staff.
- Assist
staff in understanding and using technology; conducts regular staff
technology presentations. Train and supervise use of technology by other
staff as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
a) Bachelor’s degree in ICT and/or technology related studies.
b) Above 5 years relevant work experience (manifested via
implementation track record).
c) Good grasp of Business (Knowledge & Experience in the
Insurance Industry will be an advantage).
d) Experience in implementation of business support technology
solutions.
e) Strong analytical skills and awareness.
f) Highly developed problem solving and Interpersonal Skills.
g) Intellectual curiosity and exposure to emergent business
& technology trends.
h) Familiarity with policy and strategy development and
implementation.
i) Exposure to ICT Security and Governance issues.
j) Professional training and exposure in above relevant areas an
added advantage.
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful Candidate.
Please send your application to the Undersigned by 8th June
2012:-
DNA/1294
P.O. BOX 49010, GPO
00100-Nairobi
P.O. BOX 49010, GPO
00100-Nairobi