ICT manager job in Kenya

Job Description

The Management University of Africa is a newly established private university in Kenya based off Mombasa Road, Bellevue South C - Nairobi.

The University has been conceived as a premier University ¡n the provision of innovative leadership and management solutions to industries and communities worldwide, with a mission to provide quality education for transformational leadership and excellence in management through innovation and creativity.

The University, which will admit its first students in January 2012 seeks to recruit suitable and dynamic candidates to fill the following position:


Application Deadline
2011-12-15

Job Details

ICT Manager

This position reports to the Vice Chancellor. The ICT manager will be expected to provide vision and strategic leadership in the Information Communication Technology (ICT) functions of the University and ensure that the University has an effective and efficient ICT function.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Provide vision and leadership for the University ICT development.
Formulate an effective CT strategy and policy and standards for the University and monitor adherence to the same.
Support E-learning across the university.
Formulate and implement an effective ICT risk management strategy.
Implement, manage, monitor and undertake periodic review of ICT policy and technical designs including disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
From time to time reengineer the existing business processes ¡n line with changes in the operating environment.
Guide the procurement of hardware and software products for the university.
Oversee support services and training to system users.
Manage University ICT resources such as websites, intranet, local and wide area networks, data centre and telephony services.
Coordinate licensing issues with software/hardware vendors.
Plan, develop and implement the ICT budget, where appropriate, to ensure cost effectiveness and ensure operations meet approved budget levels;
Research and advice on emerging technologies and trends in ICT that can benefit the university
Promote teamwork and motivate staff to ensure effective working relations, coach, mentor and train new ICT support staff.
Designing, installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network systems.
Design and implement university wide information systems.

Qualifications and Experience

A masters degree in Computer Science, Information systems, Information Technology, Engineering or related field. Those with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or Information Technology, with over ten years experience in a busy ICT environment may also be considered.
10 years relevant experience with at least 5 years experience in a similar role
MCSE or any other relevant industry certification in systems management
CCNP, or a Certification in advanced Routing, Switching

Key Personal Attributes

Understanding of systems development lifecycle
Strategic mindset with ability to undertake and monitor long term planning
Organizational skills including possessing solid project management skills
Excellent communication, leadership, collaboration and interpersonal skills
Advanced decision making and problem solving skills
Business acumen, knowledge, professionalism and integrity
Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and within tight deadlines
Ability to implement Enterprise wide Systems.
Extensive experience in hardware and software support and management
Experience in data centre management

How to apply

Interested candidates who satisfy the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees.

The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 15th December 2011.

The Management University of Africa is an equal opportunity employer

Visit our website, www.mua.ac.ke for more information about MUA

The Vice Chancellor
The Management University of Africa
P.O. Box 29677 — 001 00, Nairobi
Email: vc@mua.ac.ke