Assistant Manager Applications - KTNA 4 at Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade)

Purpose for the Job

The jobholder is responsible for planning, coordinating and supervising all activities related to the design, development/acquisition and implementation of KenTrade’s Information Systems and software applications.

Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities

• Formulate policies, standards and procedures relating to development, acquisition and maintenance of software applications;
• Coordinate the collection of information to analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems;
• Analyze options for potential solutions and assess them for both technical and business suitability;
• Validate adherence to standards and procedures in the software development lifecycle to minimize disruptions to business operations;
• Oversee translation of customer requirements into detailed project plans that meet budgets and deadlines;
• Coordinate system design, coding, testing, development, deployment, and maintenance;
• Recommend training initiatives for users of newly deployed systems;
• Evaluate budget and monitor software applications expenses;
• Spearhead tracking of KenTrade’s Software Application assets and License renewal records;
• Verify training needs for the divisional staff;
• Oversee staff recruitment within the Division;
• Present procurement needs of the Division;
• Coordinate periodic performance appraisal of ISD staff;
• Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the level of responsibility of this job role.

Minimum Academic, Professional Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Business Management or related field from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information technology, Information Systems or related field from a recognized Institution;
• Certification in Project Management such as PMP, Prince2 or Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management, CISA/CISM;
• Membership to a relevant professional body;
• A supervisory Course lasting not less than 2 weeks;
• Experience of not less than eight (8) years;
• Must meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution;