Job Description

Republic of Kenya

County Government of Tana River

Office of The County Public Service Board

The County Government of Tana River pursuant to section 59(1) (a), (b) as read together with article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions:

Terms of Service: All positions will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms except Director Finance and Drilling Rig Operator.

Remuneration: As prescribed by Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

09/2021: Principal ICT Officer

Job Group ‘N’

(1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities: –

a) Systems development, implementation and allocation;

b) Co-ordinating systems development, implementation and maintenance;

c) Carrying out feasibility studies;

d) Preparing progress reports of the systems development;

e) Evaluating systems and ensuring adherence to established ICT Standards;

f) Training and preparing staff performance reports;

g) Planning, monitoring and evaluating program/activities with an Information Communication Technology division/Unit;

h) Ensuring adherence to Information Communication Technology standards;

i) Liaising with user departments to ensure effective maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment; and

j) Reviewing and evaluating hardware maintenance feasibility studies and detailed specifications before implementation.

Requirements for appointment: –

For appointment to this grade, candidates must have: –

a) Served in the grade of Chief Information Communication Technology Officer or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;

b) Attended a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks; and

c) Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing work.

10/2021: ICT Officer I

Job Group ‘K’

(2 Posts)

Duties and responsibilities: –

a) Installation and maintenance of computer systems;

b) Configuration of Local Area Network and Wide Area Network;

c) Developing and updating application systems; and

d) Carrying out systems analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users;

e) Carrying out repairs and maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals;

f) Drawing up hardware specifications for Information Communication Technology equipment;

g) Verification, validation and certification of Information Communication Technology equipment; and

h) Overseeing the process of configuration of new Information Communication Technology equipment.

Requirements for appointment: –

For appointment to this grade, candidates must have: –

a) A degree in any of the following fields: Computer Science/Information Communication Technology or in Electronics/Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates should download and duly fill a job application form provided on our website: www.tanariver.go.ke/vacancies attach and submit their applications with updated CV, a copy of National Identity Card, copies of academic and professional certificates, names and contacts of three (3) referees, and other relevant testimonials to:

The Board Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board of Tana River
P.O. Box 181 – 70101
Hola

All applications clearly specifying the position applied for on the top left side of the envelope should be received on or before 23rd March, 2021.

All applicants MUST comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Kindly note that only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Tana River County Public Service Board is a credible government institution and therefore all its recruitments are devoid of any payments.

You are hereby advised not to entertain fraudsters purporting to be employees of the Board promising to assist you have your appointment letter processed at a fee.

The County Government of Tana River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Women, the marginalized and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.

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