Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 18, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About Us
The Office of the Controller of Budget (OCOB) was established by the Constitution of Kenya 2010, under Article 228 and became operational upon the appointment of the Controller of budget on 27th August 2011. Prior to this, some of the functions of the Office of the Controller of Budget were performed by the Controller and Auditor General and the Treasury ...

Academic qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Business Information Technology (BBIT),Information Technology or equivalent degree from a recognized university

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or possess any of the following Certifications; Cisco Certified Network Professional; Certified Data Centre Professional; Red Hat/Unix/Linux Certified Systems Administrator, Database Administrator certifications.

Previous relevant work experience required.

5 years of service or similar experience in a comparable position in a reputable organization

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
• Understanding of best practices, technologies and current trends in the design, implementation and management of ICT LAN and WAN infrastructure
• Understanding of national development policies, goals and objectives
• Knowledge and experience of the Country’s Public Sector Financial Management framework
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Resource management skills
• Risk management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team building skills
• Problem solving skills/techniques
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

Responsibilities
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Business Information Technology (BBIT),Information Technology or equivalent degree from a recognized university Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or possess any of the following Certifications; Cisco Certified Network Professional; Certified Data Centre Professional; Red Hat/Unix/Linux Certified Systems Administrator, Database Administrator certifications.

Previous relevant work experience required.
5 years of service or similar experience in a comparable position in a reputableorganization

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
• Understanding of best practices, technologies and current trends in the design, implementation and management of ICT LAN and WAN infrastructure) Understanding of national development policies, goals and objectives)
• Knowledge and experience of the Country’s Public Sector Financial Management framework
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Resource management skills
• Risk management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team building skills
• Problem solving skills/techniques
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010

This position is responsible for installing, configuring, and supporting complex
operating and server-based systems, tracking and maintaining technology systems ensuring that IT systems and services are available and delivered consistently, reliably, and effectively.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
• Develops Service Management and IT Security policies standards and ensures compliance as appropriate.
• Advices on the design of OCOBs infrastructure components based on information regarding the business context and standards
• Ensures documentation of systems configuration and procedures to enhance knowledge-sharing and transfer.
• Drafts service level agreements and operational guidelines for internal and external service providers.
• Produces guidelines for county offices based on OCOB standards and industry best practices.
• Designs ICT activities and workflow tools required for IT services management, maintenance, monitoring and performance measurement.
• Evaluates business processes and provides advice on applicable solutions’ Develops functional specifications, standards, and requirements for hardware and software purchase.

Candidates shortlisted for interviews for the above positions will be required to submit the following;
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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Job application procedure
Applications should be sent by post or hand delivered to our office addressed to:
The Controller of Budget
Bima House 12th Floor, Harambee Avenue.
P.O Box 35616-00100 Nairobi
so as to reach the Office of the Controller of Budget not later than 31st August, 2021 at 5.00pm.

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