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Principal Information and Communication Technology Officer, Grade: PC4 (Ref. PC/PICTO/11/2022)

The Officer shall report to the Manager, Information and Communication Technology. The successful candidate will coordinate and implement effective strategies for the deployment of ICT infrastructure, Service delivery, disaster recovery and information security.

Other key responsibilities

• Coordinate the ICT staff in software development and training in support to Commission staff;


• Review ICT requirements and coordinate technical and functional improvements of the information systems in collaboration with end-users;


• Develop, implement and continuously review system security, back-up and recovery procedures;


• Develop and implement guidelines on distribution, installation, upgrade, maintenance and replacement of ICT infrastructure and promote the use of cost effective ICT solutions;


• Ensure that ICT projects are completed within the planned time and budget and that procedures and standards are adhered to;


• Liaise with Commission staff and end-users to ensure that the various management information systems and associated software’s that operate in the Commission computers, servers and networks meet their needs;


• Provide advice, guidance and assistance to end users and other members of staff on developing their use of ICT at the Commission.


• Promote the use of ICT resources, tools and application of software, hardware and network services;


• Provide support to the implemented systems and promoting technological innovations to enhance the Commission’s efficiency; and


• Promotion and use of robust and efficient systems/processes focused on ICT leverage to improve efficiency, value addition and cost reduction.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• A relevant Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Communication Technology, or equivalent from a recognized institution;


• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, or equivalent from a recognized institution;


• Relevant professional qualifications;


• Membership to a relevant professional body e.g. ICTAK, Computer Society of Kenya, ISACA etc., and in good standing;


• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;


• At least eight (8) years of relevant work experience in public or private institution, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory role;


• Demonstrated results in work performance; and


•  Fulfil the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

TERMS OF SERVICE AND REMUNERATION

Officers in Grades PC3 shall be appointed on a contract of five (5) years renewable subject to performance. Such appointment is subject to the legal retirement age.

Officers in Job Grade PC4 and PC5 shall be appointed on permanent and pensionable terms of employment.

An attractive remunerative package, commensurate to qualifications, experience and responsibilities and in line with government guidelines will be offered to the successful applicant.

How to Apply

The Candidates who had applied for the position of Principal Compliance Officer need not to re-apply.

Applicants should send their applications and detailed CV with copies of certificates, indicating current position, qualifications, working experience, current remuneration, names of at least three (3) professional referees and day time telephone through the address given below.

The following clearances will only be required from successful candidates on offer of job and not at application stage:

• Clearance from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Good Conduct Certificate);


• Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate);


• Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);


• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and


• Clearance from Credit Reference Bureaus (CRB);

Applications clearly citing the position should be sent to:

The Executive Director/CEO

Privatization Commission

P.O. Box 34542 – 00100

Social Security House – Annex (Parking Silo) 10th Floor

NAIROBI, KENYA

Applications should be received not later than 5.00 p.m. on 15th November, 2022.

Privatization Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Persons with disability, females, youth, marginalised and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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