Senior ICT Officer at Kenya Forest Service (KFS) 2022

  • Published date: June 22, 2022
  • Category: IT, ICT & Software
    • Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Jop type:
  • Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
  • Company name: Jobs in Kenya

Job Description


Ref KFS/SIO/2022 


Job Specifications


An Officer at this level will work under supervision of System Management & Development Officer.


Duties and responsibilities



  1. Undertake system design, development, testing of application programs as per set standards and policies;

  2. Installing, configuring and maintaining computer applications on ICT equipment (new/existing);

  3. Providing end user support and training users on effective and efficient use of ICT facilities;

  4. Work closely with user departments and undertake systems analysis of user requirements, design, implement, and support implemented ICT system changes, configurations and enhancements;

  5. Carrying out repairs and maintenance of ICT equipment and associated peripherals;

  6. Preparing hardware specifications for ICT equipment;

  7. verifying, validating and certifying ICT new equipment;

  8. Maintaining up to date ICT equipment inventory and issuance register;

  9. Installing, configuring, maintaining and monitoring Local Area Network components;

  10. Administering and managing users in the Active Directory, e-mail server and User applications;

  11. Updating and maintaining the KFS website;

  12. Ensuring Business continuity by performing regular data and application backups.

  13. Logging user problems, document solutions after resolving them;

  14. Preparing preventive maintenance schedule for ICT equipment and software; and

  15. Ensuring renewal of applications are in line with the renewal schedules.

  16. Promote public values and principles

  17. Mentoring and coaching


Person Specifications



  1. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Information Technology, Computer Science, Business IT, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution

  2. Served for at least five (5) years in a relevant position

  3. Oracle developer programming (Forms and reports),PL/SQL

  4. Oracle database administration (DBA) certification

  5. Oracle techno-functional certification

  6. Unix/Linux training/certifications

  7. Experience in mobile applications development tools like Java/Java scripts,C/C++,PHP/Laravel ,Python, Perl,CSS/HTML,

  8. Certifications in Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), MCSE qualifications or equivalent qualifications

  9. Membership in good standing of the relevant recognized professional body

  10. Proficiency in Computer applications.


 

Method of Application



Hard copy applications


In addition to the online application, applicants MUST print and attach the NOTIFICATION EMAIL as the first page to the hard copy applications. The hard copy application should clearly indicate the position and reference number. Attach current curriculum vitae (clearly indicating the mobile number, names and contact details of three referees), copies of relevant testimonials, academic and professional certificates and copy of national identity card.


The application should clearly be marked with reference number for each position and should either be sent through the post office or hand delivered to the following address in a sealed envelope marked “APPLICATION FOR (WRITE POSTION & REFERENCE); so as to reach the Service not later than 11th July, 2022 by 5.00pm.


NB: The application will not be considered complete until the two steps are successfully undertaken. Further, email applications shall not be considered.


Chief Conservator of Forests,


Kenya Forest Service, Karura, Off Kiambu Road,


P. O. Box 30513-00100, G.P.O.


Nairobi, Kenya.



 

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