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REQUIREMENTS
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Pursuant to the provisions of section 17 (1) of the NPSC Act, 2011 (revised 2014) and Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, the Commission seeks to competitively fill vacant positions in the establishment.
Subsequently, the Commission invites applications from qualified persons to fill the following positions at the National Police Service Commission Headquarters and Regional Offices.
VACANCY: DIRECTOR, INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Advert Number: VNoE012025
No of Posts: 1
Job Description
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Duties and Responsbilities
- Spearhead the development of the Information Communication and Technology strategy;
- Oversee the development and implementation of Information Communication and Technology policies and procedures;
- Coordinate the development and monitor the implementation of the annual work plan for the Directorate;
- Spearhead the formulation and implementation of the Directorate�s annual budget, budgetary control policies and procedures;
- Oversee the effective utilization and maintenance of the Information Communication and Technology resources in the Commission;
- Initiate the development of new systems or modification of existing ones to enhance effective and efficient service delivery;
- Spearhead Information and Communication Technology research and development initiatives;
- Spearhead effective planning, designing and evaluating Information Communication and Technology related initiatives that promote National Police Service Commission strategic goals;
- Initiate periodic review of Information Technology policies and strategies for the Commission;
- Oversee the provision of technical support to end users for all hardware and software;
- Review and provide technical advice to user departments on the ICT and infrastructure requirements;
- Provide leadership in the management of all Information Communication Technology procurement issues;
- Advise the Commission and its Committees on ICT policies and business processes;
- Exercising overall management responsibility for the implementation of the Directorate�s work plan, including planning, supervising, budgetary control, administrative oversight and evaluation.
Requirements
- At least fifteen (15) years of service, of which eight (8) must be of similar experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization;
- Master�s degree in Computer Science/ Information Systems and Technology or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution;
- Has proven relevant experience in any of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Systems and Technology, Information and Technology and Software Engineering;
- Professional certifications in ICT such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, Oracle Certified Database Administrator, CISM/CISA or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than Six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution;
- Current membership of recognized ICT professional body;
- Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Remuneration Package:
Basic Salary: As per NPSC salary Structure
Terms of Service: Three (3) Years Contract
Anual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
Allowances: NA
Medical Cover: As existing in the Commission
This Position will Close on 21-02-2025
Mode of application
i. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through jobs portal:
https://services.npsc.go.ke/recruitment
ii. Detailed Job Descriptions to be obtained at the Commission website www.npsc.go.ke
Other Requirements
i. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to bring the original certificates for verification during the interview.
ii. Shortlisted candidates for the position of Managers and above will be required to satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by obtaining clearance certificates from
KRA, HELB, EACC, CRB and DCI.
Applications should be submitted by the close of business on or before 21st February, 2025 at 5.00 pm East African Time (EAT).
