KEMRI RCTP ICT Manager Job in Kisumu Kenya

KEMRI RCTP ICT Manager Job in Kisumu Kenya

 Program Description:  The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). It is a dynamic comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment program in Kenya.

It is a rapidly expanding program. Due to its continued growth, the program is seeking motivated, pro-active individuals to fill the following vacancy:

Position: ICT Manager
Vacancy No: FN-25-10
Location: Kisumu with frequent visits to Migori, Nyatike, Rongo and Suba Districts

Job Summary: The ICT Manager will be responsible for all aspects of information and communication technology planning, management and implementation for the RCTP programme in Nyanza.

Specific tasks will be to:

    * Lead IT department
    * Maintain and administer the OpenMRS medical records software system in Kisumu.
    * Direct and assist the maintenance of OpenMRS at other sites .
    * Provide technical guidance and assistance on the implementation and operation of IT systems across districts, including frequent site visits to assess and improve systems
    * Supervise and help coordinate the work of the district ICT assistants
    * Train staff on use of IT resources as well as build capacity of MOH counter-parts on use of appropriate technologies
    * Provide help desk and technical support to users of the information system including visitors to the sites
    * Administer and maintain the LAN hardware and software
    * Liaise with the procurement officer on the purchase of IT equipment
    * Arrange, negotiate and maintain IT supply and maintenance contracts
    * Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and brief key programme staff on new requirements
    * Provide management of IT application incidents - causes, resolution and closure
    * Engage in practical research and initiate ideas that promote system availability & performance
    * Document new &/or update IT systems SOPs', How to's, processes and procedures for IT systems and applications
    * Implement IS security, conduct regular reviews to ensure the organization IT resources are protected
    * Ensure that all software licenses are purchased and maintained

Key Requirements

    * BSC in IT/Computer science or any relevant Field.
    * At least 5 years relevant work experience.
    * Good knowledge of Object Oriented programming, preferably JAVA; VOIP technologies and configurations; firewall equipments and configurations and active directory management.
    * Good understanding of relational database systems; MYSQL, MSSQL
    * Experience in the management of Windows 2003 server, MDaemon and LINUX operating system
    * Experience in supporting remote host connections and VPN tunnels
    * Professional certification in CCNA/MCSE desirable
    * Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
    * Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team.
    * Ability to work under pressure with limited supervision and to take initiative

Applications should include the following:

    * A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary and date available to start work on the project
    * A current CV and copy of latest payslip
    * Copies of academic and professional certificates
    * At least two recommendation letters, preferably from previous employers
    * Names and telephone contacts of at least 2 referees

This information must be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 5 pm on 5th November 2010

Human Resources Manager
KEMRI_RCTP
P.O. Box 614 40100
Kisumu

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