Director, Information, Communication Technology (ICT) at National Police Service Commission

Job Description

(a) Duties and Responsibilities

i. Spearhead the development of the Information Communication and
Technology strategy;
ii. Oversee the development and implementation of Information
Communication and Technology policies and procedures;
iii. Coordinate the development and monitor the implementation of the annual
work plan for the Directorate;
iv. Spearhead the formulation and implementation of the Directorate’s annual
budget, budgetary control policies and procedures;
v. Oversee the effective utilization and maintenance of the Information
Communication and Technology resources in the Commission;
vi. Initiate the development of new systems or modification of existing ones to
enhance effective and efficient service delivery;
vii. Spearhead Information and Communication Technology research and
development initiatives;
viii. Spearhead effective planning, designing and evaluating Information
Communication and Technology related initiatives that promote National Police Service Commission strategic goals;
ix. Initiate periodic review of Information Technology policies and strategies for
the Commission.
x. Oversee the provision of technical support to end users for all hardware and
software;
xi. Review and provide technical advice to user departments on the ICT and
infrastructure requirements;
xii. Provide leadership in the management of all Information Communication
Technology procurement issues;
xiii. Advise the Commission and its Committees on ICT policies and business
processes; and
xiv. Exercising overall management responsibility for the implementation of the
Directorate’s work plan, including planning, supervising, budgetary control,
administrative oversight and evaluation.
(b) Requirements for appointment

i. At least fifteen (15) years of service, of which eight (8) must be of similar
experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization;
ii. Master’s degree in Computer Science/ Information Systems and Technology
or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized institution;
iii. Has proven relevant experience in any of the following fields: Computer
Science, Information Systems and Technology, Information and Technology
and Software Engineering.
iv. Professional certifications in ICT such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, Oracle Certified Database
Administrator, CISM/CISA or their equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
v. Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than Six (6)
weeks from a recognized Institution;
vi. Current membership of recognized ICT professional body;
vii. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Mode of application

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through jobs portal: https://services.npsc.go.ke/recruitment

Other Requirements

Shortlisted candidates will be expected to bring the original certificates for verification during the interview.
Shortlisted candidates for the position of Managers and above will be required to satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by obtaining clearance certificates from KRA, HELB, EACC, CRB and DCI.
Applications should be addressed to:

The Commission Secretary/ Chief Executive Officer

National Police Service Commission

CBK Pension Towers, Harambee Avenue

P.O Box 47363-00100 Nairobi

So as to reach the Commission by the close of business on or before 21st February, 2025 at 5.00 pm East African Time (EAT).