The Duties And Responsibilities Shall Include But Are Not Limited To:
Provide team leadership in the design, development, and implementation of university management information systems (MIS).
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to systems development processes, tools, and team efficiency.
Oversee the Design and implementation of short and long-term strategies/plans to ensure systems, network and telecommunications infrastructure meets existing and future requirements.
Oversee installation, configuration and maintenance of user application software, operating system software and internet communication system within the university network.
Provide team Leadership in the preparation of bid proposals and other documentation related to acquisition of systems/software solutions, network, telecommunications solutions, servers, and end-user infrastructure including negotiations with other service providers, vendors, and contractors to secure ICT infrastructure products and services.
Implement and maintain a ICT asset management system for all University ICT hardware and software inventory, network components and related documentation.
Support the compliance to the business continuity policy by ensuring the supporting infrastructure is in place.
Monitor service levels of ICT service providers in line with established vendor contracts, SLAs and university ICT policies.
Assist in the preparation of ICT department budgets in liaison with the director ICT.
Provide team leadership within the department through professional staff performance management.
Formulation of technical and managerial reports to support university management in decision on matters pertaining to ICT Infrastructure services, systems and projects
Carry out any other duties assigned by the Director, ICT
For Appointment To This Grade, One MUST Have:
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, engineering or a related field.
Professional Certification:
Software Engineering Industry Certification
OR
Industry certification in systems/network management: – CCNA/CCNP or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or Certified Linux/Unix Administrator (advanced level)
Certification in Project Management or IT service Management (ITIL or CISA etc.) will be an added advantage
Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years proven hands-on experience implementing/supporting complex infrastructure functions OR software development and design experience – 5+ years of which one has experience in managing large software engineering projects and teams
Competencies and Attributes
Deep technical knowledge of systems architecture, engineering principles, and best practices.
Experience in project management, application design and integration, and cloud computing
Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-driven and Innovative
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All applicants should;NOTE: The Terms of Service will be either Permanent and Pensionable or Contract, as shall be determined by the University Council.Open University of Kenya (OUK) is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of either gender, persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications so as to be received on or before 25th June, 2024. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
dacc.ouk.ac.ke
