Director, Information Communication and Technology Job in Kenya - Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company

Directorate: Information Communication Technology

Position: Director, Information Communication and Technology

Ref: NCWSC2012-005

Location: Headquarters-Kampala Road Industrial Area

Grade: 2

Reporting to: Managing Director

Supervises: Systems Application Manager, Database Administration Manager and Network Administration Manager

Broad Role: To plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the ICT Directorate; administer the ICT budget, staff and give direction on technological advancements in all areas of business operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop Information Technology strategy in support of the company’s mission and core objectivesDirect, control and promote team work to motivate the staff in the Information Technology departmentDevelop and maintain strong and positive client relationsDevelop annual business plan and operating budget for the department and set quarterly and annual targetsRegularly monitor and evaluate the department’s performance to maintain focus on the set targetsRegularly monitor and evaluate the department’s performance to maintain focus on the set targetsNegotiate service level agreements with both internal and external customers and service providers and monitor service delivery to ensure the agreed targets and standards are met.Education, Professional Qualifications and Work Experience
At least 10 years experience in the ICT field of which 5 years should be at Senior IT Management levelBroad knowledge in telecommunication access i.e. Cables- Fibre Optic, Transmission and Radio, and experience in use of terminal devices e.g. Telephone Handsets and ComputersProve of formal training and knowledge in the field of wireless systems (e.g. GSM, Wifi and Wimax)Experience of managing multiple IT disciplines i.e. Networking, Data communication, Programming, and software applications etcDegree in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Telecommunication/ ICTHolders of Msc in Information Systems or Computer Science will have a definite advantage.Required Skills and Competencies
Go getter capable of providing generation compliant technical IT solutions to the company’s critical functions to boost efficiency, reliability, and timely delivery of serviceExperience in drafting and working under performance contractExperience in use and management of integrated information management systemPossession of skills in productivity improvement, project contracting and managementA proven track record of driving and defining complex IT strategyExperience in budget planning and executionExceptional communication skills are essential in order to explain complex IT concepts to non technical colleaguesIn depth experience of negotiating with and managing third partiesAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesExcellent negotiation skills.Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements are encouraged to send their hard copy application with clear reference of the job code on the envelope, detailed CV, names and contact of 3 referees, one of whom must be a former employer, copies of certificates, testimonials, current telephone number and email address on or before March 5 , 2012 to the address indicated below.

The Manager
Human Capital Advisory Services
The Kenya Institute of Management
P.O Box 43706 00100,
Nairobi Kenya

or dropped at

The Kenya Institute of management
2nd floor, Luther Plaza
Uhuru Highway/Nyerere Rd Roundabout

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Nairobi City Water & Sewerage Company (NCWSC) is an equal opportunity employer.

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