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Principal ICT Officer at ICT Authority

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Job Description

Job Industry

Information And Communication Technology Services

Job Salary Currency

KES

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Implementing the formulation, development, and execution of ICT policies, strategies, and operational plans aligned with the Authority’s Strategic Plan to guide internal digital transformation and technology adoption;
  • Implementing the automation of business functions and processes for efficiency, effectiveness, and optimisation in the Authority’s operations and service delivery;
  • Implementing cybersecurity measures, guidelines, and controls to safeguard the Authority’s ICT installations, systems, and databases against violations, threats, and unauthorised access;
  • Implementing effective disaster recovery and business continuity mechanisms, including backup procedures, failover systems, and recovery protocols for operational resilience;
  • Conducting the maintenance of the Authority’s ICT infrastructure and systems, including networks, servers, applications, databases, and end-user devices, for effective and efficient operations;
  • Conducting efficient ICT support services to the Authority’s users through helpdesk operations, technical assistance, incident resolution, and user request management;
  • Conducting the training of the Authority’s users on the use of ICT systems, applications, and digital tools to enhance digital literacy and productivity;
  • Preparing advisory to management on ICT-related matters including technology investments, digital initiatives, system upgrades, security posture, and alignment with organisational objectives;

Professional Qualifications

Industry Qualification
Information And Communication Technology Services Cumulative service of nine (9) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been served at the grade of Senior ICT Officer or in a comparable and relevant position; A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Information Technology, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Business Information Technology, Mathematics, Statistics, or any other relevant field, from a recognised institution; Professional certification in any of the following: CCNA, CISA, PMP, PRINCE2, OCP, ITIL, TOGAF, COBIT, CISSP, CCSP, CCSA, CDMP, CBIP, CEH, AWS / Azure / Google Cloud certifications, or any equivalent certification, where applicable; Membership in good standing of a relevant professional body; A valid practising licence from a relevant regulatory body, where applicable; A certificate in a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution; Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competencies as reflected in work performance and results.

Application Process

Close Date

16/06/2026

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