Daystar University Assistant Webmaster Job in Kenya

Daystar University is a chartered interdenominational and evangelical Christian University. 

Its mission is the development of Christian Servant Leaders for the expansion of God’s kingdom in Africa and the world.  

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions. 

Applicants to these positions must be committed Christians, who show evidence of involvement in their local churches.

Assistant Webmaster

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science or Communication;
• Three years of web development experience using content management systems (CMS); proficiency in HTML/XHTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, MySQL, PHP, ASP, .Net, MySQL, MS Office 2010, MS SharePoint, Google Analytics or equivalents.
• Creative and  self-motivated individual
• Other desirable attributes include working knowledge of Flash, multimedia technologies, graphic design and social media marketing.

Responsibilities:

• Web development which will include redesign of existing website if and when necessary, addition of new pages and functionality or modification of existing pages, renewal of the University’s web hosting, creation and maintenance of the University’s portals in liaison with the ICT Department and other departments.
• Facilitate end-users in directly updating information specific to their departments wherever possible in a content management system or website.
• Assist in establishing policies and procedures including documentation of the University website and its web portals.
• Train users in the use of various tools associated with updating content on the website and University portals.
• Maintain a high quality website that portrays the University’s branding with easy navigation for Internet browsers.
• Working with departmental representatives, he or she should ensure that the website accurately reflects the University’s current events, goals, ethics and initiatives.
• Installation of various types of software to assist in the development of new content and maintenance of existing content on the website.
• SEO optimization of the website content so that it is search engine friendly.
• Maintenance of web analytics software for tracking and profiling visitors to the website.
• Preparation of monthly reports on web visitors and their profiles.

How to Apply

Those interested in this challenging and rewarding positions should submit their applications, testimonials and detailed CV with names and contacts of 3 referees to the address below on or before: 30th April 2014

All applications should be sent by E-mail to: recruitment@daystar.ac.ke 

Hard copies will not be considered.

Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.