ICT Teacher Job Vacancy at CITAM in Kenya

 Job Title|: ICT Teacher Job CITAM

CITAM seeks to recruit a born-again Christian who is experienced and self-motivated to fill the position of an ICT Teacher, whose responsibility will be delivering engaging computer science lessons to learners, equipping them with fundamental digital literacy skills and fostering their curiosity in technology.

The position reports to the Head of the School.

Key Responsibilities:

*Implement CBC curriculum as provided in the syllabus regarding ICT & Pre-Tech knowledge.

*Develop all the required teaching tools not limited to records of work, lesson plan, schemes of work and progress records.

*Teach learners foundational computer skills, including basic coding, keyboarding and internet safety.

*Utilize innovative teaching methods and educational technology to enhance the learning experience.

*Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to active participation and exploration.

*Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback and support individual learning needs.

*Collaborate with colleagues to integrate technology across the curriculum and support cross-disciplinary learning.

*Communicate effectively with parents and stakeholders regarding students’ progress and educational initiatives.

*Motivate and inspire learners to lifelong learning.

Requirements

*Must be a born-again, mature Christian who conforms to the CITAM statement of faith.

*A P1 Certificate, ECDE or degree in Education or related field.

*Minimum of 3 years’ experience.

*Must posses a valid TSC registration Certificate.

*Prior experience teaching computer science or technology-related subjects, preferably in a primary school setting.

*A strong understanding of educational technology tools and resources.

*Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

*Passion for working with children and fostering their academic and personal growth.

*Commitment to continuous professional development and staying abreast of industry trends.

To Apply,folow the link below:

https://citam.mcidirecthire.com/External/Job?Ref=TEkBhDYErs0qhHgueWeCgt%2fyRI%2bcnPLR1MRk1RR6Cpou3ktpvROhSqni%2fBGkK6j0LxZ%2bYCNuIaME4ugDAbCPIBqw3bMgo3K7IgeCCdJeK1MGLpD3iKgldbeyOAKuUgvI8Ec7e62bGBI5DGOGEDLoCQ%3d%3d

CT Technical Support Officer Jobs at CIC Insurance in Kenya

 Job Title: CT Technical Support Officer at CIC Insurance

Company: CIC Insurance

Location: Kenya

Job Description:

CIC Insurance Group Limited, commonly referred to as CIC Group, is an insurance and investment group that operates mainly in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan and Malawi

PURPOSE:

Responsible for providing direct support to users by ensuring that all users’ access required ICT services and maintain high service standards to improve productivity within the company. Responsible for first line support & co-ordinating solution delivery between the end users and second line ICT administrators within the company.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

*Service Desk Administration including receiving, assigning /allocating tickets and making configuration changes on the ICT Service Desk system.

*Provide timely and effective support to end- users through various channels, including the ICT hotline, email, chat or walk ins.

*Actioning support tickets as assigned on the service desk.

*Guide users through step-by-step solutions and provide remote assistance when necessary.

*Conduct training sessions to educate users on use of hardware, operating system and company telephones and best practices.

*Installation, configuration and ongoing usability tuning of desktop computers, peripherals equipment and software within established standards and guidelines.

*Trouble shooting and resolution of end user computing, printers, telephony.

*Preventive maintenance of hardware equipment and associated record keeping.

*Incident record keeping, tracking and escalation to the relevant ICT administrators.

*Performs diagnosis and coordinates repairs of hardware with external service providers.

Academic and Professional Requirements

Education: 

*Bachelor’s degree in an ICT related field from a reputable university

Professional Qualifications:  

*CCNA, ITIL, CompTIA

Method of Application:

Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here

Closing Date : 26 February. 2024

Debt Recovery Officer Job Vacancy at UNAITAS in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Debt Recovery Officer

Employer: UNAITAS

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Continuous follow up after initial contact to constantly remind members of their obligations to the society;
• Drafting and issuing appropriate notices to the members requiring clearing of arrears or warning of potential legal action;
• Managing issuance of all required statutory notices prior to engaging recovery action;
• Engaging auctioneers, investigations and private debt collectors;
• Monitoring the performance of third parties involved in the debt collection process auctioneers, lawyers, private debt collectors;
• Following up legal cases where recovery action is challenged in court;
• Identifying and classifying hard core cases and where necessary recommending write offs;
• Negotiating and restructuring facilities where such actions increase chances of recovery of the debt;
• Ensuring that restructuring is done correctly in a legally binding manner without prejudicing original contacts and security;
• Keeping collection costs in check;
• Ensuring a uniform debt collection strategy in line with the society’s brand to avoid reputational risk or legal challenges by following strict policies and procedures;
• Managing storage and sale of repossessed collaterals;
• Documenting and disseminating lessons to lending officers on common challenges, trends, gaps and high risk arrears;
• Supporting collection drives instituted at branches that have arrears challenges;

Required academic qualifications:

• Degree in any business related field
• B [plain] in KCSE

Other Requirements:

• Over 2 years work experience-in debt recovery & credit management
• Proactive and of good analytical skills and ability to make decisions
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and member service skills
• High degree of integrity and commitment

How to Apply
Send us your application and updated curriculum vitae [MS Word Format] via E mail only to; hr@unaitas.com

Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013

Data Analyst careers in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title:Data Analyst

Job Skills and Requirements:

Analytical Skills: Data analysts work with large amounts of data: facts, figures, and number crunching. You will need to see through the data and analyze it to find conclusions.

Communication Skills:

 Data analysts are often called to present their findings, or translate the data into an understandable document. You will need to write and speak clearly, easily communicating complex ideas.

Critical Thinking:

Data analysts must look at the numbers, trends, and data and come to new conclusions based on the findings.

Attention to Detail:

Data is precise. Data analysts have to make sure they are vigilant in their analysis to come to correct conclusions.

Math Skills: Data analysts need math skills to estimate numerical data.

Qualifications:
Degree/Diploma in Statistical analysis.
1-2 years Experience

Applicants who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with a day – time telephone number to the email address below so as to reach us on or before 14th Oct. cvs@careerdirections.co.ke

IT Manager Job Vacancy at ECHO in Kenya

Job Title: IT Manager

Employer: ECHO

Duty Station: Nairobi Kenya

ECHO announces a vacancy position for IT Manager in the Administration section of the Regional Support Office.

This is a Grade II Local Staff position based in Nairobi.

Overall Purpose

The European Commission’s Directorate General for Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO), is the European Commission Department responsible for financing humanitarian assistance.

ECHO finances a range of partners, which include NGOs, UN agencies and the Red Cross Movement, to provide assistance to people affected by both natural and manmade disaster.

The position involves management of ICT services in the country/region by ensuring that operation of systems and network administration (LAN, WAN and intercom) is reliable/stable & available at all times.

The technical duties include installation, configuration, maintenance, support and optimisation of all hardware, network, software and communication links following relevant ECHO and EC regulations.

Main responsibilities:
• Functioning of the hardware and software packages; such as:
• Performing specific technical functions, including changing of hardware electronic components (disks, memories, network wiring, power sources, etc) and routine repairs
• Assists in the deployment and installation of commercial and in-house developed software and related upgrades
• Networks administration; including:
• Manages the Local Area Network in line with EU/ECHO policies
• Ensures the LAN is properly maintained and good practices on security policies developed by EU/ECHO are followed
• Telecommunications
• Pans, installs and maintains all communication systems
• Acts as focal person with telecommunication service providers on technical issues

Qualifications:

• Relevant first level degree,
• Completion of MSCE and CCNA (or CCNP) studies;
• Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience at national or international level in ICT technical areas;  Incase of failure to provide a degree, a working experience of not less than 7 (seven) years in the same area can prevail;

Required Skills:

• Specialist in Network management, Security management or System management;
• Working knowledge in Windows server 2008 and Exchange Server 2010 administration, CISCO devices configuration and PABX telephony;
• Proven knowledge of VMWare technology
• Proven knowledge of VSAT technology and configuration of various satellite equipments
• Proven knowledge in active directory user and group policy management;
• Fluency in English, French is an advantage.
• Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful but not mandatory

Other skills:

• Analytical skills, risk assessment, adaptability and flexibility/cross functional skills, high sense of initiative and good communication skills.

How to Apply

The position is open to nationals and other residents of Kenya with a valid working permit.

The contract is initially for one year with the possibility of renewal subject to a probationary period.

Application plus detailed CV of the interested candidate should be sent to the Human Resources by e-mail to echo-administration.nairobi@echofield.eu. (Subject clearly marked : “REF: IT Manager – ECHO Nairobi’’

Candidates who have not been contacted by 30th of November 2013 should consider that they have not been selected.

Applications which do not meet minimum requirements will be automatically rejected

Application Deadline: 27th Oct 2013

Careers at Kenya Police Sacco Society Ltd-Computer Aided Audit Technique Software

Job Title: Computer Aided Audit Technique Software

Employer: Kenya Police Sacco Society Ltd

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Request of Proposal

Kenya Police Sacco is a registered Sacco under the Co-operative Societies Act and is regulated by the Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA).

The Sacco is in the process of automating its internal audit function to enhance its ability to meet its core objectives and strategic plan.

As a result, Kenya Police Sacco requests for proposals from authorized distributors for a high quality, easy to use Computer Aided Audit Technique Software.

RFP documents are available at Utumishi Co-operative House, which is situated along Mamlaka Road off Nyerere Road on 3rd floor upon payment of non-refundable Kshs 3000.00 RfP document submission is required to be done as under:-

1 original hard copy of Technical Bid and Financial Bid clearly marked as ‘Computer Aided Audit Technique Software Technical Bid’, and ‘Computer Aided Audit Technique Software Financial Bid’ sealed separately and placed in a Single sealed envelope Marked ‘Computer Aided Audit Technique Software and addressed to;

The Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Police Sacco Society Ltd
P.O Box 51042 -00200
Nairobi.

Then deposit in the Tender Box, situated at the 3rd Floor of Utumishi Co-op House, so as to be received on or before, 9.30am, Monday 4th November 2013.

The submitted RFP documents shall be opened immediately thereafter in the Boardroom on 3rd Floor in the presence of bidders or their representatives who may wish to attend to witness opening.

Kenya Police Sacco Society reserves the right to accept or reject any application either in part or in whole without assigning reasons thereof.

Application Deadline: 4th Nov 2013

Jobs at Regional Technologys Applications Limited-ICT for Schools Trainer

Job Title: ICT for Schools Trainer

Employer: Regional Technologys Applications Limited

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Background;

Regional Technologys Applications Limited; through its ICT for schools company “Topgrades Education” provides online and offline digital content in Maths, Science, and English to Primary schools.

We partner with private and public primary schools to provide;
-Digital content for classroom learning;
-ICT infrastructure for start-up;
-Training for teachers and students in integrating technology in teaching and learning.

The Position;

The ICT for schools Trainer will work closely with school teachers, and students, to train them on basic skills of using computers in the classroom and how to use / or integrate topgrades education digital content in the classroom.

This position is ideal for a person with passion; patience; enthusiasm; and energy, with excellent marketing and selling skills. The job entails a lot of travelling across the Country, and sometimes to remote schools.

We are looking for a team player, who can fit in a small company. You will ideally be a qualified teacher in maths and sciences with IT skills.

How to Apply:
If you are interested; kindly send your resume to:
reachus@topgradeseducation.com cc: Julius@topgradeseducation.com

Website: www.topgradeseducation.com

Application Deadline:25th October 2013

Careers at Taifa Sacco Society Limited-ICT Systems Audit Consultancy Services Careers

Job Title: ICT Systems Audit Consultancy Services

Employer: Taifa Sacco Society Limited

Duty Station: Kenya

Taifa Sacco Society Limited has a membership of 93,072 members as at 31/12/2012.

The Sacco desires to engage the services of an information communication Technology (ICT) consulting firm.

The Sacco requires to conduct a review of its systems and processes in order to succeed in achieving its strategic plan.

The envisaged scope of works entails:

• Review of internal control system and processes.
• Review of ICT systems security
• Assessment and review of Society’s internal ICT skills.
• Recommendations according to the best applications.

Taifa Sacco society Limited now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the ICT systems audit Consultancy Services as per the scope of works detailed above.

Bidders must submit the following requirements.

• Demonstration of the firms’ compliance with relevant statutory (business registration, tax compliance, etc) and professional (current registration/letters of good standing with relevant professional body) requirements.
• A brief profile of the firm including description of the firm (articles and memorandum of Association, Certificate of incorporation etc).
• A description of the relevant past experience of the firm in carrying out at least three (3) similar in nature assignments in the last five (5) years. The bidder must be conversant with ICT requirements for financial service industry.
• Reference letter from the previous/current clients of the same or related services.
• Availability of appropriate skills among staff, provide CV’s of key staff proposed for the assignment.
• Declaration containing the applicant’s expression of interest and confirmation on the authenticity and accuracy of information so provided.

How to Apply:
Completed EOI documents to be submitted (original) in a plain sealed envelope and clearly marked on the envelopes as below:

“Expression Of Interest: ICT SYSTEMS AUDIT CONSULTANCY SERVICES” and should be addressed to:

The Chairman
Taifa Sacco Society Limited
P.O. Box 1649, Nyeri.

And deposited in the Tender box at NCU Ltd Building at Nyeri. Documents submitted after this time will be disqualified.

The expression of interest (EOI) documents so received will be opened thereafter at 11.00 a.m. on the same day in the NCU LTD boardroom and the bidders or their representatives are welcome to attend.

Taifa Sacco Society Limited reserves the right to accept or reject any Expression of interest and does not bid itself to give any reason for such decisions(s)

Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013

Jobs at Cellulant in Kenya-Software Engineer

Job Title: Software Engineer

Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya

Responsibilities:

• Develop software and maintain the current systems
• Improve/ tweak existing applications
• Technically support the team lead in design of software solutions and systems
• Coding
• Systems administration which includes monitoring core systems and maintaining optimum system operations
• Product research on new products and new software
• Develop application support documentation to explain application of new products and systems changes
• Product Development and testing the new products
• Software development and support responsibilities in order to ensure the customer’s satisfaction
• Instills customer confidence in the company’s technical solutions and product capabilities.
• Contribute to translating customer system and software requirements into software specifications in support of solution design.
• Designs and develops internal and external business systems/applications, systems interfaces, databases, reporting, or business intelligence systems, as required to deliver new systems functionality supporting corporate business objectives.
• Will work under the guidance of the team lead on complex projects.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Provide on call and after hours support as required
• Maintain technical skills and expertise through continuing education and training.
• Collaborate/Partner with other teams
• Support on successful delivery of systems enhancements.
• Contribute to and work to meet project schedules by providing accurate estimates of effort required for development deliverables, by providing updates on project progress to team lead, and by escalating issues that might affect project success to management.
• Hardware setup and maintenance

Competencies;

• A degree in IT or Computer Science.
• experience in building web-applications
• back-end automation solutions and daemon applications
• high level of detail
• Good organization, planning and focus.
• well-developed programming
• web development skills


Skills;

Advanced exposure in:

1. Java
2. Php,
3. Jsp,
4. C# or C++ .
5. Database knowledge in:
6. MySQL,
7. pstgress,
8. msSQL
9. Oracle.

How to Apply:
All interested candidates are requested to submit their CVs and a convincing cover letter to jobs@cellulant.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013

Senior VB. NET Software Developer at CompuLynx in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Senior VB. NET Software Developer

Responsibilities:

•Write, Design, Develop, maintain program-Code and test according to design specifications, with appropriate supervision &prior approvals.
•Test and debug computer programs and operations in order to ensure application operates correctly and meets user requirements
•Study & evaluate user problems and operations in order to produce feasibility or scope and objectives reports, functional requirements, and design specifications.
•Implement program and train users in order to ensure users are aware of application’s critical aspects, capabilities, and proper use
•Write final user, system, and program documentation in order in order to facilitate system use and future modifications.

Education & Experience Required:

•A Bachelors Degree in Computer Science.
•At least 3 years software development experience using VB.Net. VB6, VB.Net, Analytics, Reports and Web Services.
•Working knowledge and experience in the following:
•Windows Client Server Applications/Application Security, Database Security.
•Smart Card, Bio-Metric Finger Print based  applications.
•PDA Terminal and Mobile Applications.
•Knowledge and experience in SDLC.
•Experience in working with MSSQL or My SQL.
•Good knowledge in Crystal Reports.
•Working exposure in either of the following industries / verticals will be an added advantage (Retail, Banking, Finance, Insurance and Education).

How to Apply:
If you are interested to be part of this amazing opportunity, we would like to meet with you.
Please send your Resume along with Application letter and recent photo indicating current and expected salary to HR@CompuLynx.org

Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013

ICT Technical Support Executive Vacancies at Kingsway Tyres in Nairobi

Job Title: ICT Technical Support Executive

Roles:

• To develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures to support ICT services across the organization.
• To monitor and maintain computer systems and networks in all areas of our operations.
• To support both our Head Office and Retail point of sales and ensure users get maximum benefits from the smooth running of our IT systems.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4-5 years experience in IT, with 2 years in a managerial position.
• Must be able to prioritise and manage many open cases at one time and work with little or no supervision.

How to Apply:
Don’t just send us your resume.

Send us a one page written summary on how you will achieve the deliverables listed above.

Mention Position applied for and Code.

Send this to: careers@kingswaytyres.com

or P. O. Box 11324 - 00400 Nairobi, Kenya

Only successful short listed candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 15th Oct 2013

Network and Infrastructure Support ICT Officer Jobs at Kenya Civil Aviation Authority

Job Title: Network and Infrastructure Support ICT Officer

Duty Station:  Nairobi

Kenya Civil Aviation Authority is seeking to recruit qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the above positions

Job Role: Plan Deploy and Maintain Networks and related Infrastructures, to improve ICT services at the Authority.

Responsibilities;

• Install, configure, maintain, monitor and support LAN and WAN based IT infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, wired and wireless networks, servers, desktops, laptops, printers, etc;
• Manage and support telecommunications infrastructure including PABX, E1, ISDN, remote access;
• Deploy and manage enterprise Windows Active directory infrastructure;
• Implement and maintain enterprise wide email and collaboration system;
• Maintain documentation on networks as well as Identifying and resolving network problems;
• Implement and support enterprise wireless infrastructure;
• Implement, operate and maintain enterprise disaster recovery site;
• Deploy virtualization infrastructures, servers SANs, NASs, and operate private  cloud infrastructure.
• Coordinate repair and maintenance for ICT equipment including interactions
• with third party service providers;
• Ensures proper functioning of Connectivity Solutions' from ISPs, information processing system and makes upgrades as necessary;
• Maintain updated ICT inventory;
• Coordinate patch management at local and remote sites;
• Participate in ICT security and disaster recovery/business continuity activities;
• Provide technical support to end-users.

Qualifications;

• BSC in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology or
• related fields
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• Certification in CISCO Certified Network Administrator (CCNA)
• Certifications in cloud infrastructure, ITIL, and CISA will be an added advantage.

Experience;

• Good analytical skills and innovation
• Ability to work with interruptions
• Ability to prepare specifications and tender documents
• At least 5 years’ experience in similar assignment
• Knowledge and Skills
• Knowledge of the network trouble shooting and security
• Communication and customer service skills

How to Apply:
Interested and qualified persons are requested to send: application letter quoting the job reference No. on the envelope and application letter, copies of certificates, testimonials and a detailed CV indicating current salary and expected salary, day time telephone and full contact details of three professional referees to;

The Director General
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
KAA Complex - JKIA
P. O. Box 30163 – 00100
Nairobi

Application Deadline: 16th October 2013

Jobs at Codic Limited Kenya-Software Developers in Nairobi

Job Title: Software Developers

Company Profile:

We are an organization whose goal is to provide cutting edge business software solutions to co-operative societies. In line with our strategic plan, we are now in the process of expanding our operations and require the following personnel:

1) Microsoft Dynamics Developers
We are looking for full time Software Engineers for Microsoft Dynamics NAV to join our technology team that powers and improves efficiency to enhance our competitive advantage.

This position will play a key role with responsibilities that include:

Requirements analysis and process mapping.
Solution design and development.
Implementation and debugging.
Data migration and end user training.
Integration of Microsoft Dynamics NAV with other custom systems

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science or related technical field
Microsoft Certified Dynamics NAV Business Management Solutions Developer.
Exceptional and talented coder with knowledge of C/SIDE, role tailored client, web services  development in Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
Minimum 4 years experience developing and support of custom-built solutions in Microsoft Dynamics NAV for medium and large organizations.
Experience integrating off-the-shelf and custom-built technologies.
Experience taking software projects through the entire software lifecycle (requirements analysis, design, implementation, deployment, post deployment support).
Work well as part of a team and like to both teach and learn from others.
Familiar with professional software development practices that include source code control, defect tracking, unit testing and code reviews.
Function well in a fast-paced, formal environment where constant change is the norm and the bar for quality is set high
Expertise in the following technologies a plus:

Java/C#.NET development
b) MS SQL Server
c) PHP/MySQL web development
d)Mobile Applications development
  e) SQL Reporting Services

2) Experienced Visual FoxPro Developers
We are looking for experienced Visual Foxpro Developers who meet the following criteria:
Object Oriented Programming experience
Web Programming
T-SQL and MS SQL Server Programming
Mobile application development

Design and architecting vertical market applications
Experience with sacco/micro finance/banking applications a plus
Strong debugging and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work alone or in a team of developers
Result oriented and able to meet strict deadlines

3) Experienced Microsoft Dynamics Navision Functional Consultants
We are looking for experienced personnel who will perform the following:

 Document business requirements, analyze impact of the changes, prepare functional specifications, technical specifications, develop, configure and perform unit tests as well as assists the users in the UAT phase.
Implement solutions, advice and support end users.
Roll out projects, implement and in improve projects to facilitate better usage of the system, as well as maintenance and support e-business environments by providing functional support of operational business implementations.
Conduct functional requirement definitions through analysis of current and targeted business processes. Map requirements to Dynamics NAV functionality, Create project Documentation, Develop and conduct testing as per testing methodology.
Manage the relationship and any contractual issues between consultants and client on a day to day basis
Implement Dynamics NAV per approved schedule and recommend effective solutions to he ERP system, processes and customization to suit users needs & implementation in Finance, Service as well as Manufacturing

Skills required:

Expert SQL Server and reporting services with business analytics.
Proficient in requirements gathering and definitions for enhancements.
Exceptional troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
Strong orientation to customer satisfaction.

4) Experienced Microsoft Dynamics Navision Sales Executive
This is a field sales job, with the objective of developing new business. The Navision / Dynamics NAV candidate must have 2years experience selling either Dynamics NAV, Dynamics AX, Dynamics GP, Sage, or Sap Business .One ideally into the SME marketplace. The Navision / Dynamics Nav candidate must have great communication skills & and a real passion for Sales

How to Apply:
Submit your application letter and CV stating current and expected salary to codic.limited@yahoo.com before 11th October 2013
We will email or phone you if you've been shortlisted and provide you with more information on our interview proces

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Officer Jobs at Trademark East Africa (TMEA) in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Officer 

Roles and responsibilities;

•Provide advice and research to develop, implement and update the ICT strategy.
•Provide technical support for the development and maintenance of ICT hardware and software infrastructure across various levels and locations.
•Actively participate in the creation and maintenance of a help desk system.
•Responsible for security of all aspects of ICT infrastructure including rolling out and maintaining Firewalls, Anti-Virus products, Web and Email Filters and Anti-Spam as well as ensuring ICT security policies are adhered to.
•Maintenance of the physical assets of the ICT infrastructure including Servers, Laptops, Networks, printers and software.
•Maintain the ICT asset register.
•Responsible for the provision of ICT facilities for staff, including delivery of advice, acquisition of equipment, training, support and maintenance.
•Responsible for the provision of staff ICT training, directly or through third parties, including development of an ICT training plan.
•Use TMEA’s monitoring, evaluation and learning systems and processes.
•Any other duty that may be assigned by the line manager.

Academic and professional qualifications;

•Undergraduate degree in Information Science , ICT or other relevant field.

Work experience;

•5 years’ experience in ICT support , hardware, software and networking, in a busy work environment.

Additional skills;

•A self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently and effectively under minimal supervision.
•A good team player.
•Good oral and written communication skills with proven ability to communicate in a clear and succinct manner.
•Ability to proactively identify gaps and provide timely, cost-effective and efficient solutions.
•Excellent proficiency in MS Office applications.
•Excellent attention to detail with good organisation, decision making and problem solving skills.

How to Apply:
 These positions are available on initial 2-year contracts with attractive salary and benefit packages.

The ICT Officer will be based in any of the EAC countries and Finance Assistant will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

These positions will have occasional travel around East Africa.

Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position and current remuneration.

Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts.

The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate the position title on the subject line.

Send your application to recruitment@trademarkea.com

Interviews will be conducted in early November 2013 in Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications received after the deadline time and date will not be accepted.

We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013

Network Security OfficerJobs at Wananchi Group (K) Ltd in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Network Security Officer

Job Purpose / Summary:

Reporting to the Wananchi Group Customer Operations Manager,the Network Security Officer will help in the liaison between Wananchi Group and Government Security Organs on all issues relating to security and pirate networks.

Key Roles:

1) Overall: Working with the Wananchi Group Customer Operations Manager to co-ordinate with all the relevant Security organs including the Kenya Police Service, KPLC Security, Kenya Copyright Board etc. to enhance the security of the Wananchi Group network and to eliminate the threats posed by piracy of content and pirate networks.

Thus ensuring:

a) Receives regular intelligence information regarding piracy of content and pirate networks from internal sources (e.g. surveillance technicians) and external sources (e.g. contractors) in areas where the Wananchi Group network operates.

b) Act on the intelligence information received to co-ordinate and mobilise raids of pirate networks with all the relevant Security organs including the Kenya Police Service, KPLC Security, Kenya Copyright Board etc. as well as other affected media content providers.

c) To dismantle pirate networks identified in co-ordination with all the relevant Security organs including the Kenya Police Service, KPLC Security, Kenya Copyright Board etc. as well as other affected media content providers.

d) To co-ordinate the disposable of all the recovered pirate equipment and materials.

e) To co-ordinate and cooperate with the Wananchi Group legal team and Law enforcement agencies to ensure that previously dismantled pirate networks are not re-activated.

2) Maintain the security of the Wananchi Group network by:

a) Ensuring that there are no pirate networks operating within the environs of the Wananchi Group network.

b) Timely intervention once pirate networks have been identified to ensure they are properly dismantled.

c) Maintaining a close relationship with the relevant Government Security organs and other third-parties to ensure that they receive timely intelligence information on the installation of pirate networks in all areas of interest to the Wananchi Group.

3) Working with the Customer Operations Manager & Surveillance Technicians to:

a) Receive and track all reports of pirate networks received from surveillance technicians.

b) Act on the received information to dismantle the pirate networks ASAP in co-ordination with the relevant Security organs.

c) Ensure the security of Wananchi Group personnel as they determine the locations and network coverage pirate networks.

d) Provide regular reports on the existence of and the dismantling of pirate networks to the Wananchi Group Customer Operations Manager.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

•It is desirable that the individual has worked as a member of Kenya’s security forces.
•Diploma in IT or related technical field will be an added advantage.
•Knowledge &Experience with mobilizing security operations and raids to dismantle illegal activities.•  Knowledge of Kenyan Laws relating to media content, copyright infringement etc. would be an added advantage.
•Must be of very high integrity and uphold high ethical standards and honesty.
•Develop and display the sound judgment skills that allow him to make the right decision while under duress
•Must have good administrative and organizational skills.
•Ability to work with minimal supervision.
•Possess a valid and clean driving license.

How to Apply:

Applications to be sent to recruit@ke.wananchi.com

Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Surveillance Technician Jobs at Wananchi Group (K) Ltd in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Surveillance Technician
Job Purpose / Summary:

Reporting to the Wananchi Group Customer Operations Manager, the Surveillance Technician will investigate and report on the existence of any HFC & GPON network quality and security issues as well as pirate networks.

Key Roles:

1) Working closely with all Wananchi Group Teams including, Subscriber Maintenance, Network

Maintenance and Subscriber Installations, Customer Service etc. to identify and map out pirate networks in areas in which the Wananchi Group HFC & GPON networks exist.

Thus ensuring:

a) The identification of the locations where pirate networks exist and operate.

b) Mapping out of the routes that these pirate networks are following including the location of key network elements including headends, nodes, cable routes etc.

c) Reporting on the detailed layout and extent of these pirate networks to the Customer Operations Manager and the Network Security Officer for further action.

d) Supporting the Network Security Officer in detailing of locations where pirate networks exist.

2) Working closely with all Wananchi Group Teams including, Subscriber Maintenance, Network Maintenance and Subscriber Installations, etc. to identify and ensure the quality of the Wananchi Group HFC & GPON networks.

Thus ensuring:

•The identification of the locations where the quality of the network in its entirety is not of the agreed standards.
•Collect evidence of these network quality issues.
•Reporting these issues relating to network quality to the Network Maintenance Teamfor correction by  raising of tickets in the CRM system.
•On receipt of confirmation from the Network Maintenance Team that these network quality issues have been corrected, on-site verification that this is indeed the case.

Other roles include:

Working with the Wananchi Group Construction& Network Maintenance Teams to:

•Understand the existing footprint of Wananchi Group’s HFC & GPON Network.
•Keep track of expansion plans of Wananchi’s Group’s HFC & GPON Network into existing and new areas.
•Ensure that the quality and integrity of the security of Wananchi Group’s Network is maintained.
•Identify and detect noise in Wananchi Group’s Network using the relevant tools and equipment.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

•A Diploma in IT or related technical field
•Technical background is required.
•Experience in a network maintenance operation.
•Knowledge and experience in analyzing complex network topologies.
•Experience in design, installation and maintenance of HFC & GPON networks will be an added advantage.
•Experience in writing Site Survey reports. Proficient in MS Office – especially Word, Visio & mapping tools e.g. Google Earth.
•Must be of very high integrity and uphold high ethical standards and honesty.
•Possess a valid and clean driving license(CLASS F or G).

How to Apply:

Applications to be sent to recruit@ke.wananchi.com

Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Senior Software Developer Job Vacancy at The Kimetrica Group in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Senior Software Developer

Key Responsibilities:

Management of software projects using AGILE/Scrum methodologies including:
•Understanding client needs and client liaison
•Software application specification and design
•Coaching and supervision of junior developers
•Work planning and ensuring deadlines are met
•Scrum Master or Project Manager for projects

Software quality assurance and documentation:

•Ensuring code conforms with Kimetrica standards
•Supervising source control and versioning
•Supervise testing and de-bugging and engage directly in testing
•Technical documentation

Application development:
•Research into appropriate tools, methods and libraries
•Development of reports
•Database design and planning
•Development of stored procedures
•Development of high end applications, modules and functions
•Review of code

Qualifications and Experiences:
•University degree in Computer Science or equivalent
•At least three years of experience with development of online applications
•High capacity for rapid learning
•Ability to write meaningful code in at least one common programming language
•Knowledge of object oriented programming
•Strong knowledge of database design
•Project management skills including line management and supervision
•Good English language verbal and written communications

Desirable;
•Experience in a asp.net environment, C# and Javascript
•HTML5, jquery and/or android experience
•Knowledge of PostGRES/PostSQl
•Experience with mathematical and statistical functions
•Work experience with the AGILE/Scrum and Prince II methodologies

Terms and Conditions;
•Nairobi based
•Two month probation period with conversion to long‐term contract conditional on performance and project funding
•Highly competitive salary package
•Excellent in‐house training package

How to Apply:
Send an email and detailed CV attachment to jobs@kimetrica.com

For more information on Kimetrica, visit www.kimetrica.com.
Application Deadline: 23rd Sept 2013

Junior Software Developer Job Vacancy at The Kimetrica Group in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Junior Software Developer

Key Responsibilities:
•Development of stored procedures
•Ensuring code conforms with Kimetrica standards
•Application testing and de-bugging
•Technical documentation
•Participate in technical training
•Coding in C# or Java
•Development of interfaces in HTML/CSS/Java Script
•Development of reports
•Contributing to application design
•Database design and planning

Qualifications and Experience;
•University degree in Computer Science or equivalent
•Experience with development of online applications or websites (personal initiative, school projects or commercial projects)
•High capacity for rapid learning
•Ability to write meaningful code in at least one common programme language: training in C# and Java will be provided
•Knowledge of object oriented programming is a key requirement
•Good understanding of relational database systems
•Previous experience on commercial software projects is a plus but is not required
•Experience in a asp.net environment is an advantage
•Experience in HTML5 and mobile programming is an advantage

Terms and Conditions
•Nairobi based
•Two month probation period with conversion to long‐term contract conditional on performance and project funding
•Highly competitive salary package
•Excellent in‐house training package

How to Apply:
Send an email and detailed CV attachment to jobs@kimetrica.com

For more information on Kimetrica, visit www.kimetrica.com.
Application Deadline: 23rd Sept 2013

ICT Sales Manager Jobs at Janta Career Development Kenya

Job Title: ICT Sales Manager

Employer: Janta Career Development Kenya
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline: 10th September, 2013

Job Description:
The successful candidates will be accountable for the fulfillment of sales revenue target and market shares in ICT sector in East Africa. Being a key member of the team, your role is to execute sales strategies in order to explore business opportunity and maximize sales prospect. You will also establish and maintain excellent relationship with potential and existing customers as well as to provide world-class customer service to strengthen customer loyalty and market penetration.
Requirements
• Degree/Diploma holder preferably in IT, Computer Science, Sales or related disciplines
• A minimum of 4 years’ working experience in sales or consulting capacity ideally with a software development firm
• Sales experience in digital commerce or SACCO industry will be an asset
• Strong acquaintance in clients’ business, up-to-date technology and ICT/e-business trend
• Good knowledge and awareness in marketing field
• Capable of working independently and establishing relationship with decision makers and senior executives
• An outspoken, mature, resourceful and aggressive person with strong commitment to deliver excellent result
• Good presentation, interpersonal and communication skills
• Good command of written and spoken English
How to Apply:
Send your application and CV and indicate “ICT Sales Manager” on the subject line by;
Kind regards,
Anne Kimani
Human Resource Officer
Janta Career Development Kenya
P. O. Box 62886 - 00200
Nairobi.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
We thank you for your application.

IAT End User Department Instructors Jobs at Institute of Advanced Technology (IAT) in Kenya

Job Title: IAT End User Department Instructors

Employer: The Institute of Advanced Technology (IAT),
Duty Station: Nairobi, Nakuru and Mombasa
Application Deadline: 31st August 2013.

Job Description
The Institute of Advanced Technology (IAT), a leading ICT & Business training Academic Institution with branches in Nairobi, Nakuru and Mombasa, seeks to recruit Instructors to teach in our busy End User Department
Get connected to an Exciting career.

We are looking for candidates between 20 and 26 years, who hold a Diploma with a minimum of Credit in Computer Science, IT and/or Business; have a C in Mathematics and a C+ in KCSE aggregate

This person must also be able to demonstrate the following attributes, among others:
• Self-Motivation with a desire to develop a strong IT based career
• Excellent Communication & interpersonal skills
• Flexibility; can work on weekends (Sat & Sun) and early morning hours
• Able to work in any of our branches - in Nairobi, Nakuru or Mombasa
• Have a keen interest in teaching first time IT students
Selected Instructors will have the opportunity to join IAT’s degree programs at an attractive subsidized rate.

How to Apply:
Only those who meet the above criteria should send their applications, enclosing copies of their KCSE and Diploma certificates with their CV’s to:
The HR Director
IAT,
P.O. Box 14201, 00800,
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: HRD@symphony.co.ke
Tel: 0725867519
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted on email on or before 4th September 2013 for the next stage of the recruitment process.