Deputy Director, ICT Services Job Maseno University

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MSU/ADM/ICT/01/26

Requirements for Appointment:

• A Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Information Communication Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Business Management and Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited university;
• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Information Communication Technology,
• Computer Science, Software Engineering, ICT Project Management, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Business Management and Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited university;
• At least Twelve (12) years relevant cumulative work experience in ICT services, Five (5) of which must have served at the level of Systems Administrator/Senior Systems Administrator in a university set-up or equivalent position in a comparable organization;
• Must be a member of a recognizable professional body;
• Certifiable evidence of training on emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance, leadership and results.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinating the development, implementation and review of the University’s ICT Policies, strategies, regulations, standards and procedures;
• Advising management on institutionalization of effective ICT governance structures;
• Facilitating the development of framework to standardize digitation of University’s records and procedures;
• Overseeing service providers in the development and implementation of the appropriate ICT infrastructure;
• Promoting the digital infrastructure of the University in the provision of its services;
• Streamlining operational processes in the University through the implementation of digital solutions;
• Overseeing the designing and measures and strategies to safeguard and protect the University’s data, information and systems;
• Facilitating capacity building of the staff of the University in ICT matters;
• Consolidating the University’s operating systems through adoption of cost effective technology solutions;
• Overseeing the development and maintenance of effective communication systems in the University;
• Facilitating development and maintenance of the University’s website and other customers facing systems;
• Overseeing the development, implementation and review of ICT business disaster recovery strategy;
• Spearheading the design and implementation of security systems, to secure the University’s ICT assets and systems;
• Overseeing the preparation of ICT status reports;
• Spearheading development and implementation of the Directorate strategic plans, budgets and performance contract;
• Ensuring compliance with good governance; and
• Mentoring and coaching ICT staff.

How to Apply

Terms of Service

The Terms of service for these positions will be Permanent and Pensionable subject to Retirements Benefits Authority Regulations Terms EXCEPT for the position of General Manager, Grade KH 13 and Instructor, Grade Eleven (11) will be on a Three (3) Years Contract Terms renewable based on satisfactory performance

Mode of Application

Interested applicants should visit Maseno University Website; www.maseno.ac.ke to view the detailed job requirements. Each application should be submitted together with an updated Curriculum Vitae, ALL academic and professional certificates, ALL transcripts, latest pay slip and Three (3) Referees’ letters.

Maseno University is an equal opportunity employer and therefore applicants of all gender, marginalized groups and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. The latter should attach their NCPWD certificate. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The University does not charge any fee for the recruitment and selection process.

Applicants should submit Five (5) hard copies of the application letter, together with the required testimonials. The application letter and all accompanying documents should also be consolidated into one running PDF document and emailed to recruitment_hr@maseno.ac.ke, clearly indicating the reference number of the position applied for. Applications must be submitted on or before 12th October, 2026 and addressed to

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Administration, Finance and Development
Maseno University
P. O. Box 333 – 40105
MASENO