Background:
The Teachers Service Commission was established in July 1967 by the
Teachers Service Commission Act, Cap 212, Laws of Kenya to perform core
teacher management functions of registration, employment, promotion and
regulation of the teaching service.
The TSC is currently established under Article 237(1) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) as a Constitutional Commission.
The TSC in line with its corporate strategic plan, developed and adopted
an ICT strategy which set out immediate, medium and long-term ICT
plans.
The strategy sought in part, to harmonize and integrate existing
information systems and align to future initiatives as part of an
overall project to mainstream ICT within the commission.
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) wishes to recruit a qualified individual to fill the following vacant positions:
1. Deputy Director ICT (Systems)
TSC Scale 12
(1 Post)
Advert 7/2014
Reporting to: Director ICT
Roles & Responsibilities
The Systems Manager will be responsible for the secure and effective
operation of all computer systems, related applications, hardware and
software that will be used.
He/she will plan, direct, and/or coordinate activities in areas of
electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis,
computer programming, data communication systems, security, and disaster
recovery.
The Systems Manager will:
Assign, manage and review the work of software engineers,
database administrators, ERP administrator, Non-ERP administrators,
systems analysts, programmers, help desk officer and systems support,
training functions, and other computer-related workers.
Evaluate the functionality of systems.
Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to
assess technology needs, system requirements and ensure that facilities
meet user or project requirements.
Develop business continuity policies and establishing, operating and maintain backup and recovery sites.
Ensure adherence with software licensing laws.
Implement and manage security or integrity and backup procedures.
Evaluate the organizations technology use and needs and recommend improvements, such as hardware and software upgrades.
Develop and interpret organizational goals, policies, and procedures.
Manage backup, security and user help systems.
Provide user training, support, advice and feedback.
Test and modify systems to ensure that that they operate reliably.
Manage secure network access for remote users.
Keep up-to-date with new technology.
Design maintenance procedures and putting them into operation.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering, or Information
Systems/Information Technology or an equivalent qualification.
In addition a Master’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering, or
Information Systems/Information Technology, or an equivalent qualification is mandatory.
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in information systems with 3 years at a level of management.
Experience in implementing ERP systems and managing them.
At least 3 years’ experience in systems requirements
specifications, analysis, design and development, testing, deployment
and systems evolution.
Analytical and problem solving skills.
Team working skills.
Organization and time management.
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Management and leadership skills.
Applicants must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution.
Remuneration Structure
TSC Salary Scale 14: Kshs.120,270x5,902 - 126,172x6,077 -
132,249x6,252 - 138,501x6,427 - 144,928x7,132 - 152,060x13,640 -
165,700x14,960 - 180,660 p.m.
TSC Salary Scale 12: Kshs.89,748x4,487 - 94,235x4,712 -
98,948x4,947 - 103,894 x5,195 - 109,089x5,454 -114,543x5,727 -
120,270p.m.
2. Title: Deputy Director ICT (Infrastructure)
TSC Scale 12
(1 Post)
Advert No. 6/2014
Reporting to: Director ICT
Roles & Responsibilities
Oversight of the day-to-day management of the organizational IT
Infrastructure to ensure that the ICT strategy is met, and that all
voice and network servers and other infrastructure devices are properly
managed.
The infrastructure manager will work closely with the systems manager to
ensure planning for storage and expansion is also addressed.
The Systems Manager will:
Have overall responsibility for the development and on-going management of TSC’s IT Infrastructure.
Plan, develop and implement infrastructure solutions that
will deliver corporate and service specific objectives and meet the
strategic priorities of the organization.
Ensure effective service delivery from TSC’s Infrastructure managed service partner.
Assist in the overall organization, planning and control of
the Infrastructure and IT Operations division to ensure cost effective
service provision and the continuing achievement of value for money.
Lead on implementation action plans within agreed deadlines from internal audit reviews.
Manage business processes to minimize the risk of fraud.
Provide day-to-day management of Infrastructure services and support contracts and their benefit to TSC is maximized.
Recommend standards and policies and procedures working with the ICT Director as needed.
Establish strong relations and partnerships with major
vendors such as IBM, Cisco, Microsoft, HP, UPS vendors and work with
them in maximizing TSC’s investment in new technology.
Have experience with Production Operations (IT Room/Data center) support and user support/helpdesk functions.
Develop business continuity policies and establishing, operating and maintaining backup and recovery sites.
Oversee the email and Web Administration functions
Ensure that operational and technical plans are supported and
aligned with strategic and business plans for the organization and the
departments.
Update meetings with the ICT Director for guidance on planned
roll-outs, refresh, and new devices for departments or in fulfillment
of the organization’s planning goals.
Put in place continual service improvement plans which reduce the number of support calls and commonly reported problems.
Develop processes that ensure the infrastructure is
configured and managed in a manner which provides the organization
assurance and confidence that it is robust and stable at all times.
Liaise with IT strategy on the development of business and
technical specifications for the procurement of service specific
infrastructure solutions.
Manage the implementation projects of new technology solutions and upgrades as appropriate.
Manage the out of office hours support team and service.
Have regular meetings with the ICT Director to ensure
projects are scoped with the best solutions and include working with the
Systems Manager for DBA or other resource requirements.
Coordinate/Manage County ICT functions.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering, or Information
Systems/Information Technology or an equivalent qualification.
In addition a
Master’s degree in Computer
Science/Software Engineering, or Information Systems/Information
Technology, or an equivalent qualification is mandatory.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience with 3 years at a level of management
Must have knowledge of the following:-Windows 2008 Server and
above, IBM Servers, Cisco devices, Exchange Server, LANs, WANs,
Virtualization, TCP/IP, Routing, SANs, SQL Server, Network design,
firewalls, Active Directory, Group Policy, 2 Factor Authentication,
encryption technologies, system monitoring and management.
Exposure to Open Source technologies including Linux and VoIP telephony systems.
Evidence of implementing IT security policies and using tools and techniques.
Good working Knowledge of Information Governance and its application within IT.
Knowledge and experience of cloud technologies such as IBM Cloud, Open stack, Elastic Cloud, EC2, AWS
Applicants must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution.
Remuneration Structure
TSC Salary Scale 14: Kshs.120,270x5,902 - 126,172x6,077 -
132,249x6,252 - 138,501x6,427 - 144,928x7,132 - 152,060x13,640 -
165,700x14,960 - 180,660 p.m.
TSC Salary Scale 12: Kshs.89,748x4,487 - 94,235x4,712 -
98,948x4,947 - 103,894 x5,195 -109,089x5,454 - 114,543x5,727-120,270p.m.
2. Title: Director ICT
TSC Scale 14
1 Post
Advert No.5/2014
Reporting to: Secretary/Chief Executive
Roles & Responsibilities:
Roles:
The post of Director of ICT will provide leadership and coordination for ICT strategic planning and implementation.
The Director of ICT will be the key person within the organization’s ICT decision making structure.
It is recognized that coordination and leadership is vital in order to ensure that:
ICT investment brings maximum return;
applications and services within the overall ICT infrastructure interoperate
services provided centrally are cost effective and meet the needs of users;
mission critical services deliver effectively for the user and are adequately resourced;
ICT expenditure is correctly prioritized, and remains within the total allocation budget allocated by the organization;
there is an effective channel for communication among ICT staff, end-users, management and ICT suppliers;
risk to ICT services is managed across the organization;
ICT projects are overseen and properly managed;
the overall ICT infrastructure is agile;
appropriate ICT training is available;
and the ICT infrastructure complies with legislation.
Responsibilities:
Develop IT roadmap and strategy in support of the organization’s overarching strategies with regular reviews.
Architect, gain approval for and lead transition out of its
current legacy position towards a scalable, flexible and efficient
future state.
Work closely with organization’s leadership and executive management on IT needs.
Anticipate future needs and pro actively identify solutions based on the organization’s strategic direction.
Analyse complex business needs and identify integrated technology solutions.
Evaluate alternatives for IT equipment, software/hardware and infrastructure.
Develop projects and initiatives to deploy best in class
technical solutions that ensure the highest level of service while
optimizing long-term hardware, licensing and maintenance needs.
Examples include CRM, ERP, Educational systems management,
Administrative Systems, mobile payment systems, document management
systems, internet services, amongst others using best practice.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to provide operational efficiencies and cost reductions.
Continuous review and optimization of licensing needs.
Review overall ICT organizational model, department standards,
procedures and controls to ensure effective, secure and consistent
delivery of services.
Manage the IT department staff to ensure quality delivery of
services including hiring, training, performance management, career
planning, promotions, etc.
Oversee vendor relationships and departmental spending on outsourced solutions.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Software
Engineering, or Information Systems / Information Technology or an
equivalent qualification.
In addition a Master’s degree in Computer Science/Software
Engineering, or Information Systems/Information Technology, or an
equivalent qualification is mandatory.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in information
technology with at least 7 years in a senior ICT leadership position.
Proven leadership skills, including demonstrated ability to build and develop a highly productive IT team.
Knowledgeable on current and emerging technology trends. Experienced in implementing best in class solutions.
Specific experience with successful implementation of large-scale projects such as ERP.
Experience in modernizing and / or optimizing systems across multi-site operations.
Experience working in SQL Server, Oracle, Informix, HTML, Windows Servers, Linux servers, in multi-site environments.
Experience with Production Operations (IT Room/Data center) support and user support/helpdesk functions
Customer-centric approach to IT; accessible, responsive, and accommodating to internal customers.
Experience creating operational and organizational development strategies, including financial budgets.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills.
Acts with discretion, professional integrity and good judgment.
Applicants must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution.
Remuneration Structure
TSC Salary Scale 14: Kshs.120,270x5,902 - 126,172x6,077 -
132,249x6,252 - 138,501x6,427 - 144,928x7,132 -152,060x13,640 -
165,700x14,960 - 180,660 p.m.
TSC Salary Scale 12: Kshs.89,748x4,487 - 94,235x4,712 -
98,948x4,947 - 103,894 x5,195 - 109,089x5,454 - 114,543x5,727 -
120,270p.m.
In addition to the salary the holders of the posts are entitled to:
House Allowance
Commuter Allowance
Air time
Comprehensive Medical Insurance Cover
Group Personal Accident cover
Membership to a Contributory Pension Scheme.
Applications including a one page Curriculum Vitae, copies of
Professional / Academic certificates and testimonials should be
submitted to:
The Secretary/Chief Executive
Teachers Service Commission
Private Bag
Nairobi.
To reach him on or before 5th December, 2014.
Gabriel K. Lengoiboni, EBS, CBS
Secretary/Chief Executive
