ICT Manager Job PCEA Kikuyu Hospital

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Job Summary:

The ICT Manager will oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of all information and communication technology systems within the hospital. This role ensures seamless IT operations, cybersecurity, data integrity, and efficient support for hospital staff to enhance patient care and administrative functions

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain the hospitals ICT infrastructure, including networks, servers, hardware, and software systems.
• Ensure high availability, security, and performance of IT systems (e.g., EHR, HIS, telemedicine, and communication tools).
• Oversee system upgrades, backups, and disaster recovery plans.
• Manage and optimize the hospitals EHR/HIS for efficient patient data management.
• Train and support staff in using clinical and administrative IT systems.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare data regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, or local laws).
• Implement and enforce IT security policies to safeguard patient and hospital data.
• Monitor systems for vulnerabilities and respond to cyber threats.
• Conduct regular staff awareness programs on cybersecurity best practices.
• Lead the ICT support team in resolving hardware, software, and network issues.
• Ensure timely troubleshooting and minimal downtime for critical systems.
• Maintain an inventory of IT assets and manage procurement.
• Develop IT strategies aligned with the hospitals mission and operational needs.
• Prepare and manage the ICT budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve efficiency.
• Liaise with departments (clinical, administration, finance) to identify IT needs.
• Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and regulatory bodies.
• Support telemedicine and digital health initiatives.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (Masters preferred).
• Certifications (Preferred): ITIL, CCNA, CISSP, PMP, or healthcare IT certifications
• Five years in IT management, preferably in healthcare.
• Networking (LAN/WAN, VPN, Wi-Fi), server administration (Windows/Linux).
• EHR/HIS management (e.g., OpenMRS, HMIS).
• Cybersecurity, cloud computing, and database management.

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