Our
client is a well-established premier private members club with a membership of
about 3500.
The
Club which was established in 1906 is the leading sports Club not only in Kenya
but also in the East and Central Africa region.
Senior ICT Project Manager
Responsible
to: Finance
Manager
Primary
Objective: Reporting
to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the provision of effective
leadership and management of ICT projects, including the analysis of requests
for information, systems enhancements and new systems as well as the
development of appropriate proposals, business cases and project plans.
Key
Responsibilities
- Lead
and manage ICT projects and supporting specialist Project Teams, including
operations, work programming, performance, change management and financial
management.
- Lead
the development of, and assist clients with the development of quality
requests and analysis of new system requirements and information requests.
- Develop
internal business reports including business cases, proposals and project
plans, considering the business needs and the application architecture.
- Monitor
and review business requests, in line with established protocols,
corporate priorities, ICT strategy and legislative requirements and
implement procedures to improve the management of requests.
- Must
have a degree in computing (IT, BBIT, Computer science)
Selection Criteria
Essential
- Proven
experience in ICT project management.
- Proven
business acumen and demonstrated ability to build business partnerships.
- Proven
organization skills and ability to manage competing time demands for
multiple projects within given timeframes.
- A
creative thinker with an innovative approach to problem solving which is
outcomes driven rather than process orientated.
- Energy
and enthusiasm with a strong client focus.
- Experience
in business process analysis preferably in a multi discipline environment.
- Highly
developed analytical skills with an ability to remain focused on outputs
and to adjust delivery mechanisms to meet deadlines and client needs.
- Demonstrated
highly developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills,
including the ability to effectively negotiate and communicate specific
issues where there are competing agendas and priorities.
- The
ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures.
- Must
have experience in working with Jonas Systems
Desirable
- Knowledge
of or ability to gain a sound understanding of Utility specific business
processes within a short timeframe.
Requirements
- BS
in Computer Science, MIS or similar field
- Must
be have a network certification (CCNA preferred)
- Jonas
System qualification
- A
Microsoft certification is desirable
- Must
have 5 - 7 years’ experience and at least 5 in a managerial role in a
reputable organization
- Extensive
knowledge of ERP systems is highly required.
- Experience
handling servers is a MUST. (mail servers, application and database
servers)
- Should
be well versed with the hospitality industry. Knowledge of Point of Sale
systems is desirable.
- Proven
working experience as an IT manager or relevant experience
- Excellent
knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer
hardware/software systems
- Expertise
in data centre management and data governance
- Hands-on
experience with computer networks, network administration and network
installation
Applicants should forward their applications enclosing detailed
CV’s stating their previous and expected gross pay and copies of relevant
certificates by e-mail to BlumeAfrica@gmail.com
Only
successful candidates will be contacted.
