Web Administrator - Kenya National Bureau Of Statistics

Job Purpose: 

Reporting to the Senior Manager Information Systems and Operations, an officer at this level will be responsible for development , implementation  and maintenance of KNBS online presence which includes management of web services, development of dedicated websites, development of user friendly content and the exploitation of all electronic services from pod casting to work within social networking sites.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To update, maintain and administer the Bureau’s websites;
• To ensure that web services are delivered in agreement with the web strategy;
• To work in partnership with the website steering team to ensure that web content and e- products are developed on a team basis and as part of a shared strategy;
• To audit and review our online services to ensure that they remain relevant and compliant;
• To research, review and advice on web development for the Bureau;
•  To ensure timely update of the Bureau’s website;
• To ensure accountability on delivery of web services;
• To actively identify opportunities for learning and development;
• To offer technical support and maintenance of existing online systems such as IMIS, KenInfo and Census Info;
• Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by Senior Manager Information System and Operations.

Minimum Requirements:  

The applicant must:

• Have minimum of a BSc. Computer Science or related technical degree;
• Have a minimum of six years of working experience, three years of which should be Web development and administration;
• Have experience in application development, software project management, and professional services delivery;
• Have working knowledge of HTML, XML, XHTML, Internet architectures, Networking technology, Web services, and Windows client application technology;
• Have solid understanding of Lamp (Linux, Apache, MySQL and Perl/ PHP/ Python) and Windows operating environments;
•  Have hands on experience with Adobe master suite development environment is mandatory;
• Be experienced in Content Management Systems (CMS);
• Have publishing industry experience, ideally online publishing, as is e-commerce;
• Have ability to develop database integrated online systems;
• Be able to work in a collaborative team environment;
• Be aged 40 years and below.
• Applicants should submit Application letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae using the given format, daytime contacts, and copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts, testimonials and National ID/Passport.  Kindly note that failure to attach the required documents will lead to disqualification.   

The reference number for the post applied for should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:

The Director General

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics

P. O. Box 30266 – 00100

Herufi House, 1st Floor, Room 131

NAIROBI

Applications must be received not later than 3rd August, 2012.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.