Job Description
\nCompany Name: Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)
\nJob Responsibilities:
\nTo be appointed to this grade, the candidate must have:<\/p>\n
(i) Served for a minimum period of ten (10) years, three (3) of which should be in the grade of Deputy Director, ICT, CSG \u20186\u2019 and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service or private sector.<\/p>\n
(ii) A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Computer Technology, Informatics, Business Information Technology (BBIT), Computing Science and Technology, Computer Security and Forensics, Software\/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya.<\/p>\n
(iii) A Master’s degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or in any other related discipline from a university recognized in Kenya.<\/p>\n
(iv) Membership to a relevant professional body.<\/p>\n
(v) Outstanding managerial and administrative capability and wide professional experience in Information Communication Technology Policies and e-Government strategy development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.<\/p>\n
(vi) Demonstrated clear understanding of National Development Policies, goals, and objectives.<\/p>\n
Note: Possession of a certificate in project management from a recognized institution will be considered an added advantage.<\/p>\n
Requirements and Qualifications:
\nThe Secretary, ICT- Infrastructure will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:<\/p>\n
(i) Aligning ICT vision, mission, and strategic objectives to Kenya Vision 2030, National Digital Masterplan 2022-2032, Digital Economy Blueprint, and Government agenda.<\/p>\n
(ii) Strengthening governance by overseeing the formulation, consolidation, review, and implementation of ICT Connectivity, Data Centre & Cloud Service policies, strategies, guidelines, standards, and global best practices.<\/p>\n
(iii) Overseeing the formulation of Capacity Building, Project Management, Liaison & Partnership, Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks and ensuring their implementation and consistent application.<\/p>\n
(iv) Strengthening partnerships and liaison with public and private sector stakeholders.<\/p>\n
(v) Facilitating the review and development of enabling institutional, legal, and regulatory frameworks on ICT Infrastructure, Data Centre & Cloud Services.<\/p>\n
(vi) Spearheading resource mobilization, investment, budgeting, budgetary control, accountability, and prudent utilization of resources.<\/p>\n
(vii) Coordinating investments for ICT connectivity, infrastructure, data centers, and disaster recovery centers for optimum utilization of resources.<\/p>\n
(viii) Advising the government, providing leadership, and promoting appropriate use of ICT Infrastructure, Data Centre & Cloud services, Project Management matters, and ensuring their consistent application in the Information Communication Technology industry.<\/p>\n
(ix) Ensuring the provision of business continuity and disaster recovery for ICT infrastructure.<\/p>\n
(x) Facilitating research, development, and implementation of emerging ICT Infrastructure trends.<\/p>\n
(xi) Ensuring the development and integration of interoperable ICT Infrastructure, Systems, and Information Security across Ministries, Counties, Departments, and Agencies.<\/p>\n
(xii) Guiding on ICT human capacity development to ensure the country has adequate skilled personnel.<\/p>\n
How to Apply:
\nInterested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications, detailed curriculum vitae, and copies of relevant certificates to [insert contact information or application procedure].<\/p>\n
Secretary – ICT (Infrastructure) In UK ID-233<\/p>\n