Advertised TSC Vacancies for ICT Directors

Job Description

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is an independent Commission established under Article 237 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

The Commission invites applications from qualified, experienced, result oriented and highly motivated Kenyans to fill the following position:

Interested candidates are requested to visit the Commission website www.tsc.go.ke  for more information about the vacancies. Applications should be received not later than 5:00 p.m. on 21st February, 2024.

The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer as per the Constitutional provisions and law. Persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Duties and Responsbilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail: –

1. Facilitating the development and implementation of ICT policies and strategies;
2. Overseeing the development and implementation of ICT Business continuity and disaster recovery plans;
3. Anticipating ICT future needs and proactively identify solutions based on the Commission’s strategic direction;
4. Developing initiatives to deploy current technical solutions that guarantee quality of service;
5. Ensuring software and hardware licenses are up to date;
6. Ensuring implementation of the risk management strategies and Audit recommendations;
7. Overseeing the implementation of the Directorates Service Charter;
8. Overseeing designing, development, implementation of Network and Infrastructure solutions.
9. Overseeing designing, development, implementation and maintenance of new systems;
10. Overseeing monitoring and reporting on access to Data Centers;

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

1. Served in the grade of Senior Deputy Director or Deputy Director ICT for a minimum period of three (3) years;

                                         OR

Eight (8) years’ experience in a comparable position;

2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science / Information Communication Technology / Software Engineering / Informatics and Computer Science / Computer Networks and Cyber Security / Business Information Technology / Information Security and Forensic or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

3. Master’s degree from a recognized institution is an added advantage;

4. Certification in any of the following; CCNA, CCNP, CISA, CISM, MCSA, MCSE, ITIL, CEH, CHFI, Prince2 or equivalent certification;

5. Certificate in leadership course or equivalent qualifications lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

6. Met the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; and

7. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.