KEWASCO ICT Manager Job in Kericho Kenya

Kericho Water & Sanitation Company Limited (KEWASCO) is a Private Company established under the company‘s Act CAP 486, Laws of Kenya and is wholly owned by the County Government of Kericho. Incorporated in October 1997, we have been contracted by Lake Victoria South Water Services Board to provide Water & Sanitation services within Kericho County. This is through a Service Provision Agreement (SPA).  

Our vision is to be a Model of Excellence in Water and Sanitation Services provision in the sector and to this end; we have implemented best practices in the sector especially in the automation of the Systems. In particular we have implemented a GIS System and efficient billing, accounting software as well as a Customer Management System. 

Our mission is to optimally provide adequate, safe, reliable water and sanitation services to our customers at a commercially sustainable level: to this end we plan to implement world class performance, quality and efficiency management systems including ISO, Six Sigma, the Balanced Scorecard to mention but a few.

We are committed to not only maintain the level of technology that we have achieved so far, but to also take it to the next level and maintain our position as a best practice organization. 

To support this technological advancement, we seek a customer service and results-oriented, qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of ICT Manager, a key member of the Core Management Team.
 

ICT Manager
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for all things Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) in the organisation with the primary aim of enhancing effectiveness and efficiency in the Company.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
 

Building on the ICT foundation that we have already laid, you will be expected to support our efficiency improvement initiatives, through the effective management and coordination of the ICT function. 

In particular, you will:

• Plan, develop, coordinate and ensure delivery of all our ICT needs including the policies, operational, manuals and departmental budget
• Prepare technical specifications for procurement of hardware and software and liaise with vendors.
• Manage all new installations, upgrades, enhancements, administration and maintenance of the ICT infrastructure and equipment, ensuring that the LAN, Telephone Systems and WAN are operational
• Manage the security of company information by developing the necessary network protocols and the implementation of disaster recovery procedures
• Relay relevant ICT-related information to company in timely manner including the M&E reports
• Manage departmental staff performance, development, training and motivation for effective performance
• Train all end users on the use of ICT systems and equipment to ensure effectiveness and efficiency
• Advise management on current and future ICT trends

Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline and a member of an ICT Professional Body.
• A Master’s Degree is an advantage
• 5+ years’ working experience in a busy ICT environment with exposure in hardware, software and network applications, 3 of which must be at a Senior Management Level preferably in the Water Sector or related field.
• Project Management skills experience and training is essential.
• Experience with Database Management Systems: Oracle and SQL Server platforms exposure is mandatory.
• Demonstrable experience with ERP systems and conversant with Water Billing Systems (M@jics Billing Software); Sage Pastel Evolution & GIS Systems will be an advantage.
• Good programming skills (VB, Net, Java, Web Scripting-PHP, Java Script, etc.)

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be offered a 3-Year Renewable Contract based on satisfactory performance.
 

Interested candidates must:

• Have demonstrated thorough understanding the National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030;
• Have leadership and management capacity including knowledge of Financial Management and Strategic people management; and 
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity.

How to Apply
 

Applications should include a cover letter that demonstrates why you are the best candidate for the position you are applying for, a detailed up-to-date CV and photocopies of relevant testimonials, current and expected remuneration package, the names and addresses of three professional referees, an e-mail address and telephone number, and two (2) coloured passport size photos.

Applications must be sent via email to cmtrecruit@kewasco.co.ke addressed to:

The Managing Director
Kericho Water & Sanitation Co. Ltd
P O Box 1379 - 20200, 

Kericho

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Closing date: 19th September, 2014 at 5:00pm.

Please visit our website www.kewasco.co.ke for more information.