Director Information , Communication & Technology

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Chief Officer, for the formulation, implementationand coordination of ICT policies, strategies and programmes in the Public Service.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, computer information systems,
management information systems, or related field from a recognized Institution;

• Master’s degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or in any other ICT

related disciplines from a recognized Institution.

• Have at least five (5) years’ experience in technical operations management and/or an

equivalent combination of training and experience with at least four (4) years as an ICT leader

in a dynamic environment

• Outstanding managerial and administrative capability and a wide professional experience in

ICT policies and e-government strategy development, implementation, monitoring and

evaluation.

• Broad knowledge of information technology processing systems, concepts and

methodologies

• Have operational knowledge on information management systems

• Ability to multi-task, motivate and lead others.

• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines

• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity

• Be a member of the relevant ICT professional body in good standing.

• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership, vision and management to the ICT department;

• Assessing and responding to the ICT needs of the county;

• Directs the planning, budgeting, and operations of the department;

• Directs the Coordination of project initiation, prioritization, and Information Technology

resource allocation;

• Directs the development of service delivery strategies and designs ICT solutions;

• Managing the ICT and County Data Center;

• Advising the county on ICT matters;

• Developing and Implementing operational policies and guidelines on the utilization of ICT

resources;

• Establishing and ensuring smooth operations of the human resource functions;

• Ensuring compliance with public service values and principles in the county;

• Ensuring compliance with the values and principles outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the

Constitution of Kenya

• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Job Requirements
Required education
: Post-graduate education

Required relevant work experience
: 5 years

Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
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