Senior Principal Information Communication Technology Officer Job in Kenya

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Senior Principal Information Communication Technology Officer Job in Kenya

SENIOR PRINCIPAL INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER – GRADE E4 (1 POST)

 An officer at this level will be responsible to the Deputy Director ICT.

 a) Duties and Responsibilities

 Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will include but limited to:

  •  Implementing, the Authority’s ICT policies, plans and strategies;
  • Re-assessing and re-defining Authority’s wide standards in hardware, software and ICT services;
  • Undertaking feasibility studies;
  • Preparing progress report of the systems development;
  • Evaluating systems and ensuring adherence to established ICT Standards;
  • Planning, monitoring and evaluating program/activities within an Information Communication Technology;
  • Liaising with user departments to ensure effective maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment;
  • Evaluating hardware maintenance feasibility studies and detailed specifications before implementation; and
  • Supervising, guiding, appraising and developing staff working under him or her.

b) Requirements for appointment


For appointment to this position a candidate must have;

i          Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Information Technology (IT), Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or any

other ICT related discipline with a bias in Information Communication Technology from a recognized Institution;

ii          Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Information Technology (IT), Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or any other ICT related discipline with a bias in Information Communication Technology from a recognized Institution;

iii        Certificate in any of the following field: – MCSE/MCITP (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer/ Microsoft Certified IT Professional) or CCNA/ N+ (Cisco Certified Network Associate/Network+);

iv         A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in a management role in the Public Service or Private Sector;

v          Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

vi         Good Communication skills;

vii       Shown merit and ability as reflected in the work performance and results; and

viii      Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.

Terms of service

All the above positions are on permanent and pensionable terms of service except for the position of Corporation Secretary/Director Legal Services – Grade E2, which is on a three (3) years renewable contract.

How to apply

Interested and eligible candidates are required to visit the NEMA website        (www.nema.go.ke)>> Careers / Vacancies, for the full job descriptions and specifications.

Candidates should:

  1. Download and complete the Bio-data Job Application Form which is available online from our website (nema.go.ke) >>Quick Links>>Downloads.
  2. Submit an application letter attaching the following:
  3. Completed Bio-data Job Application Form. DOWNLOAD
  4. CV with full details of education and professional qualifications indicating names and contacts of three referees.
  5. Copies of academic certificates and transcripts, professional certifications and testimonials.

How to submit

Email Applications

Email applications to be sent to recruitment.dgnema@nema.go.ke 

 Hand delivered and posted applications

Hand delivered or posted applications, as appropriate, should be submitted in a sealed envelope marked to;

      

The Director General

National Environment Management Authority

1st Floor, NEMA Headquarters

Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road

P.O. Box 67839 – 00200

NAIROBI

The reference number of the job applied for should be clearly indicated on the envelope and application letter.

All applications should be received by 5 p.m. on 21st March, 2023

NB:

Successful candidates will be expected to fulfill the requirements of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. 

NEMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality.   Any form of Canvasing by any candidate will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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