Multinational Education Entity Technology Director (Sub Saharan Africa) Job in Kenya

Our client a multinational education entity is seeking to hire for the role of Technology Director.

Responsibilities

• Selection, implementation of Integrated ERP systems


• Ensure backup systems operate effectively


• Purchase hardware and software


• Provide the ICT technology infrastructures for an organization


• Contribute to organizational policy regarding quality standards and strategic planning.


• Evaluating user needs and system functionality and ensuring that ICT facilities meet these needs


• Planning, developing and implementing the ICT budget, obtaining competitive prices from suppliers, to ensure cost effectiveness


• Scheduling upgrades and security backups of hardware and software systems


• Researching and installing new systems


• Guaranteeing the smooth running of all ICT systems, including anti-virus software, print services and email provision


• Ensuring that software licensing laws are adhered to


• Providing secure access to the network for remote users


• Securing data from internal and external attack


• Offering users appropriate support and advice


• Managing crisis situations, which may involve complex technical hardware or software problems


• Mentoring and training new ICT support staff


• Manage other technology and hardware

Requirements

• Must hold a Bachelors degree in Computer science or related


• Must have hands on experience in Programming i.e. with SQL, Visual Basic ,C# and other languages


• Must have at least 10 years’ experience heading a busy Information systems department


• Must have strong hands on experience in Enterprise Resource Planning  systems (ERP) including development and implementation of the same


• Must be familiar (at least 5 years) with General business practices i.e. Human resource, Procurement and Planning, Budgeting etc.


• Experience in Sub Saharan Africa will be a great added advantage


• Should be readily available for travel within region.

Interested and qualified applicants should send their applications and CV’s stating their CURRENT AND EXPECTED SALARY to executivesearch@humantalentrecruit.com not later than 10th November 2015.