Principal Information Communications Technology Officer

Position Overview

The National Research Fund is seeking a qualified Principal Information Communications Technology Officer to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya.

Compensation and Benefits

• Basic Salary: 96,813 X 3,873 – 100,686 X 4,027 – 104,713 X 4,712 – 109,425 X 4,924 – 114,349 X 5,146 – 119,495 X 5,377 – 124,872 X 5,427 – 130,299
• House Allowance: 35,000
• Commuter Allowance: 8,000
• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Required Qualifications

• Cumulative service period of nine (9) years' relevant work experience, with a minimum of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Information Communication Technology Officer or in a comparable position
• Bachelor's Degree in one of the following disciplines: Information and Communication Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business Information Technology, Software Engineering, or ICT Project Management from a recognized institution
• Relevant professional certifications in ICT such as CCNA, CCNP, MCSE, CISA, CISSP, or Prince 2 from a recognized institution
• Membership with ICTAK or any other relevant professional body
• Management Course of at least four (4) weeks duration from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Demonstrated merit and reliability as reflected in work performance and results

Key Responsibilities

• Implement ICT policies and strategies
• Analyze, design, code, test, and implement computer programs
• Develop, install, and upgrade ICT systems and infrastructure
• Perform scheduled maintenance and utilize ICT applications
• Configure and upgrade the National Research Fund website, equipment, and networks
• Create and manage network security controls
• Verify, validate, and certify Information Communication Technology equipment
• Implement systems and network security measures
• Prepare specifications for ICT hardware and equipment
• Record and resolve equipment faults and conduct repairs