IT Coordinator Job in Kenya

Position: IT Coordinator

Department:  Human Resources   
 

Reports to: Director   
 

Purpose of the position

Responsible for All IT/IS related in the Company.

Main Responsibilities

• SAP knowledge is a MUST.
• Set up system security values in accordance with Company policy
• Ensure that all major initiatives are in line with IT Company objectives and directions.
• Setting and maintaining system security through profiles as required
• Security event monitoring - History logs and audit journals.
• Implementation of firewalls and virus detection software              
• Ensure system data is secure through backups as required.
• Installation of only authorized software in Computers
• Ensure systems upgrades are done as and when necessary.
• Ensure that all operational systems are functional.
• Oversee the development of management information systems.
• Monitoring overall systems performance.
• Updating and generating timely management reports
• Ensure all computer software copyrights are adhered to and all software licences are in place.
• Establish and maintain efficient hardware and network infrastructure.
• Plan and advise management on hardware issues.
• Ensure hardware maintenance and liaison with suppliers on systems performance.
• Explore ways to maximise resources usage
• Ensure that Organizations IS strategies are properly implemented.
• Ensure IS coordination between all respective Departments.
• Purchase IT HW & SW as per approved Budget & Company policies.
• Keep a HW & SW register.
• Plan, advice and co-ordinate information system activities for adequacy and shortcomings.
• Ensure proper and timely implementation of the Company mandatory items (software, hardware/network infrastructure).
• Establish and submit yearly IT department’s budgets as well as ensure its control
• Establish and maintain IT long-term plans
• Facilitate IT related courses and seminars.
• Ensure user support in the organization.

Key Performance Metrics

• System Security Management
• Systems Management
• Hardware Management
• IT/IS Administration and Coordination
• Training and Support.

Competencies
Know-How and Skills

• Good analytical & problem solving skills
• Strong technical background
• Customer-oriented with excellent customer service skills
• Strong achievement focus i.e. high energy levels and commitment to end results
• Good communication skills with demonstrated clarity in spoken and written words
• Ability to solve incidents requiring creativity and initiative.
• Understanding of business systems.
• Achievement focus
• Self Motivation.
• Technical knowledge.
• Prioritizing
• Ability to transfer Skills \ Training
• Team Player
• Multitasking Skills
• Logical thinking
• Technical knowledge

Required Qualifications

• University degree in Information Technology/related field
• Certification in Windows operations/Programming

Application
 

Qualifying candidates should send their application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae to recruit@odumont.com  before COB 25th May 2013.