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Total No. of Posts

11

1. Carrying out periodic surveys at Konza Technopolis;
2. Casting ground beacons to Konza Technopolis parcels;
3. Developing digital parcel demarcations for Konza Technopolis;
4. Producing Ground surveys of Konza Technopolis master plans;
5. Developing GIS Mapping, interpretation and parcel data analysis;
6. Developing deed plans for each parcel at Konza Technopolis;
7. Identifying physical location of parcels at Konza Technopolis for investors;
8. Providing survey periodical reports;
9. Carries out testing and calibration of surveying equipment;
10. Liaising with Corporation departments, governments Agencies and private entities in carrying out survey functions; and
11. Collating data for maintaining the survey repository.

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Survey, photogrammetry and remote sensing; Geo spatial Engineering; Geomatics Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

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The job holder will be also responsible for coordinating of the development and implementation of an efficient and reliable Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) system within the Authority to facilitate achievement of organization’s strategic objectives through implementation of risk mitigation strategies.

1. Coordinates preparation internal audit policies, strategies, identify areas that offer opportunities for improvement and make appropriate recommendations to facilitate improvement of Authority’s processes.
2. Coordinates the development of a comprehensive Risk-Based Internal Audit annual work plan covering the Authority’s Risk Universe including internal controls, governance processes, risk management, regulatory compliance, project implementation and reliability of financial information to facilitate the realization of Authority’s strategic objectives.
3. Oversees the implementation of the annual audit plan as approved, including as appropriate any special assignments.
4. Lead teams in conducting annual audits of all operations and systems and auditable areas
5. Coordinates development of audit programmes and review of audit working papers to ensure they are complete and available audit evidence fully supports audit opinions and recommendations.
6. Reviews responses from audit clients and compile the audit reports for all risk-based audits conducted by Internal Audit staff.
7. Leads follow up on implementation of the audit recommendations to ascertain implementation of corrective actions.
8. Coordinates development and implementation of risk management policies and strategies
9. Coordinates the development and implementation of annual enterprise risk management review plan for continuous assessment of the Authority’s risk management practices and resulting update within the risk management guidelines.
10. Coordinates preparation of the annual Quality Review Plans.
11. Facilitates, leads and guides in designing risk management programs within all functional and program areas within the Authority.
12. Guides teams in coordinating preparation and regular update of a consolidated Risk register.
13. Coordinates preparation of reports for all risk and compliance assessments undertaken and lead discussions on the reports with risk/process owners.
14. Coordinates the updating and review of the Division’s Quality Management Systems (QMS).
15. Carries out annual risk assessment and prepares annual internal audit work plan and budget.
16. Prepares a report on the accuracy of Financial Statements.
17. Carries out special audits and investigations (ad-hoc) as may be required from time to time.
18. Reviews internal audits and appraise the soundness, adequacy and application of accounting, financing, procurement and other operating controls.
19. Performs operational reviews and appraise the effectiveness and efficiency in which the Authority’s resources are employed.
20. Assists in providing secretarial services to the Board Audit and Risk Committee.
21. Supports coordination of the annual audit cycle by reporting to the Board Audit & Risk Committee on the effectiveness of the external audit process, review audit findings, review management’s responsiveness to audit findings and recommendation.
22. Establishes and quantifies the Authority’s ‘risk appetite’.
23. Plans and designs an overall risk management process for the Authority
24. Carries out quarterly risk assessments and monitor the implementation of Risk assessments recommendations.
25. Follows up on implementation of agreed risk management mitigation measures and strategies with risk/process owners.
26. Monitors, evaluates and consolidates of the Authority’s risk management register and coordinate periodic management risk meetings.
27. Provides support, education and training to staff in Risk Management to build risk awareness within the Authority developing and establishing the Authority’s quality procedures, standards and specifications.

1. At least Eight (8) years’ work experience in civil engineering in public service or private sector, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position.
2. Master’s Degree in Business Administration or other related disciplines from a recognized institution
3. Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounts, Business Administration or relevant qualifications from a recognized institution.
4. CPA (K), or CIA, or Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA), relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
5. A member with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) in good standing.
6. Attended a Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

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1. Oversees all the operations of Legal division to ensure the efficient and effective management of staff and resources to achieve departmental objectives;
2. Leads and coordinates the development of relevant smart city legislations, regulations, by-laws and policies to safeguard the interest of the Authority;
3. Oversights the formulation, implementation and review of the Authority and the legal division’s legal strategies and guidelines to meet the required smart city legal framework in comparison with global smart cities;
4. Leads and coordinates the preparation, review and implementation of the Authority’s legal agreements and instruments regarding smart city infrastructure development and management and agreements with service providers to ensure that the Authority’s interests are protected and also safeguard the Authority from legal risks;
5. Manages the drafting, vetting and execution of all conveyancing instruments to ensure perfection of documentation and transfer of leasehold interests to investors at Konza Technopolis and protection of Authority’s land property rights;
6. Leads the development of strategies for dispute management and overseeing litigation management and application of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in dispute resolution with third parties;
7. Directs and leads research on smart city management and emerging global legal issues affecting the Smart Cities and Konza Technopolis for sustainable development;
8. Provides legal advice to the Authority with regard to laws relating to technology deployment, data rights and privacy law at Konza Technopolis, contracts, dispute resolution, procurement, intellectual property rights and compliance to applicable laws
9. Leads the Gazettement of the Konza Technopolis codes, standards, and guidelines in liaison with relevant government agencies
10. Oversees the registration and protection the Authority’s intellectual property rights;
11. Establish and ensure implementation of an effective smart city legal and compliance framework/procedure at the Authority;
12. Advises the Authority with regard to contracts, dispute resolution, compliance, procurement along with other areas of potential risks to the Authority;
13. Develops and implements the departmental work plan and budget in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract;
14. Ensures timely release of legal advice to assist the Authority in making an informed decision;
15. Ensures timely compliance with laws, regulations and policies by the Authority;
16. Assists the Corporation Secretary on Board Secretarial matters;
17. Prepares and present performance reports for the Division;
18. Ensures Division’s compliance with the relevant ISO standards and procedures;
19. Prepares Departmental board papers on legal matters;
20. Identifies training needs for the departmental staff;
21. Participates in the recruitment of staff within the department;
22. Identifies procurement needs of the department, and
23. Participates in various committees of the Authority.

1. A minimum of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in supervisory role in the Public or Private Sector
2. Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution; and
3. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized
4. Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law;
5. Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with current practicing certificate; and
6. Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution

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1. Oversee the development and implementation of Division’s strategies and action plans that ensures delivery and operation of sustainable, fit for purpose building infrastructure within the city;
2. Oversee the review and provision of professional support and advice on buildings to support undertaking of studies, appraisals or research aimed at determining viability and approach to undertake Technopolis infrastructure;
3. Plan and coordinate the preparation buildings technical documents to be used in authorizing implementation;
4. Coordinate the provision of technical support and advice to programmes and initiatives spearheaded by other entities working in collaboration with the Authority to support the buildings development;
5. Oversee the planning, design, construction, operations, and maintenance of Konza Technopolis buildings in coordination with other infrastructure divisions;
6. Advise on buildings to support the strategic plan development/ review;
7. Support the Authority in prospecting and analysing new initiatives aimed at development of buildings to accommodate businesses needs; and
8. Leads, coaches and mentors the team creating an environment that promotes creativity, innovations and maximises the potential of the team.
9. Oversees the establishment of procedures for approval of materials, sample work and methodologies to be incorporated or followed during construction of buildings;
10. Oversee testing, commissioning and acceptance or sign off of buildings in accordance with contract provisions, applicable regulations, and standards; and
11. Oversee the preparation and storage of complete buildings project documentation (including designs, as built drawings, operational and maintenance manuals) for proper archival and retrieval.
12. Coordinate the development of terms of reference (TORs) or work requirements for external services in buildings infrastructure;
13. Coordinate service providers and stakeholders involved in design of buildings infrastructure;
14. Coordinate the review of designs and specifications of buildings and ensure compliance with the Authority’s guidelines and requirements as well as applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
15. Collaborate with other entities supporting the development of buildings
16. Oversee the start of buildings construction
17. Ensure tests and inspections of buildings comply with contract requirements and technical specifications.
18. Approve buildings and associated structures/works infrastructure costs
19. Oversee preparations and provision of relevant documents such as inspections, work approval and test certificates to support payment of buildings and associated installations
20. Provide progress reports of buildings projects
21. Sign off to confirm satisfactory completion and operation of all buildings
22. Coordinate the final handover of buildings and ensuring together with consultants and contractors the suitability, completeness, and functionality of the same before settlement of the final account as per contract provisions
23. Oversee the operation and maintenance of buildings
24. Carry out day to day management and coordination of the Division including administering staff leave; performance planning, monitoring & evaluation; assigning work; providing guidance or counsel; and reviewing/preparing management reports.

1. At least Ten (10) years equivalent work experience in buildings and associated structures/works, three (3) of which must be in a management position
2. Master’s Degree in architecture, building economics, quantity surveying, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
3. Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, building economics, quantity surveying, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
4. A management Course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution.
5. Registered  as a professional with the relevant registration board and in good standing.

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1. Develops software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle;
2. Tests, maintain and recommend software improvements to ensure strong functionality and optimization
3. Improves operations in the data center by conducting systems analysis; recommending changes in policies and procedures;
4. Troubleshoots, debug and upgrade existing systems in the data center;
5. Analyses user requirements and convert requirements to design documents
6. Ability to develop software using a variety of programming languages, and have excellent knowledge of relational databases, SQL and ORM technologies;
7. Understand client requirements and how they translate in application features;
8. Develops and direct software system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation;
9. Designs creative prototypes according to specifications;
10. Writes high quality source code to program complete applications within deadlines;
11. Performs unit and integration testing before launch;
12. Obtains and licenses software used in the data center by obtaining required information from vendors; recommending purchases; testing and approving products;
13. Articulates technology and product positioning to both business and technical users;
14. Provides design and specification development support to consultants, integrators, and distributors;
15. Performs technical/ product training for salespeople, estimators, and engineers at targeted accounts;
16. Listens, understand, and convey customer requirements;

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience will be an added advantage;
2. Bachelor’s Degree Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field from a recognized Institution.
3. Relevant Professional qualifications such as Python, Ruby, Java, C Programming Language Certified Associate (CLA); C++ Certified Associate Programmer (CPA); ; Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD); Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA); Puppet Professional Certification (PCP); Oracle (OCP, OCM, OCE); Cloudera (CCDH); Amazon Web Services (AWS Certified Developer – Associate Level) or higher.

Skill and Competence

1. Proficiency in software design, application development and programming principles;
2. Front-end technology: Expertise in front-end technologies, including JavaScript, CSS3 and HTML5 and third-party libraries such as React Js, Angular, jQuery and LESS
3. Knowledge of GIT and have a GIThub profile
4. Development languages: Knowledge of server-side programming languages including Net, Java, Ruby and Python etc.
5. Database and cache: Familiarity with DBMS technology, including SQLServer, Oracle, MongoDB and MySQL and caching mechanisms such as Redis, Memcached and Varnish
6. Basic design ability: Including knowledge of UI/UX and basic prototype design
7. Server: Experience working with Nginx or Apache servers with a solid background in Linux

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1. Automate cloud infrastructure and services through use of cloud-native technologies and scripting;
2. Develop end-to-end CI/CD automation for products;
3. Partner with product development & business stakeholders to enable velocity of product innovation via PaaS & automated hybrid cloud platform development;
4. Keep up to date with market trends and competitive insights.
5. Assist in deployment of customer workloads into the data center Cloud and increase their consumption of the platform by providing deployment guidance, supporting development of the customers’ cloud adoption model, and providing appropriate recommendations to overcome blockers;
6. Establish deep relationships with key IT Decision Makers (ITDMs)and Business Decision Makers (BDMs), who drive long-term cloud adoption within the Technopolis;
7. Identify, validate, and grow opportunities to accelerate consumption in next-gen high potential customer accounts, in partnership with the sales team, by driving solution architecture for both data center cloud and third-party solutions and vendors
8. Develops business models for Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as a Service (SaaS) cloud service models.
9. Manages platform projects to build new capabilities and/or remediate existing ones.
10. Accelerate consumption in next-gen high potential customer accounts by providing deep technical expertise and support in one out of the following four areas of specialization: Data center Transformation, Custom Applications, Media Services, Security, Compliance and Privacy.
11. Lead deployment of projects, creation of collateral, and training of sellers and partners in cloud computing.
12. Coach other technical sellers to become certified in required cloud technical certifications

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience will be an added advantage.
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field from a recognized Institution.
3. Relevant Professional qualifications such as Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, HCIA-BigData, SQL, Java, DevOps,HCIA- Storage,  HCIA- Cloud, , , HCIA-Cloud Service,  CompTIA Cloud+ Certification, Cisco CCNA Cloud, Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) and Google Cloud Certified – Professional Cloud Architect or higher
4. Strong understanding of Internet Service provider frameworks and Cloud Technologies and services (i.e.. Internet backbone architectures, Huawei, Google Cloud, AWS, Verizon hosting services, Rackspace, etc.)

Skill and Competence

1. Expertise in Private Cloud, IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
2. Experience with Cloud Native Architectures, Micro-services, GitHub, Jenkins, Docker, SQL, NoSQL, Kafka, .Net, Java, CHEF, Bitbucket
3. Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, automation, Big Data, and containerization technologies
4. Experience in virtualization (KVM, VMware, Hyper-V), Containerization, Cluster management solutions and cloud technology landscape
5. Strong track record of building enterprise transaction-based system with focus on security, reliability, scalability, and performance
6. Experience working in Agile framework and comfortable working in matrixed organization

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1. Develop, plan, provide, function, and control the IT services offered to customers;
2. First point of contact to address and resolve service requests raised by the customers;
3. Dealing with incoming faults in a professional, courteous manner over the phone and via email;
4. Correctly logging incidents and faults, categorizing, and prioritizing them in line with team procedures;
5. Conducting full and through diagnostics with end users to enable first point of contact fault resolution;
6. Ensuring all faults are progressed & cleared within SLA – escalating to other internal and external teams as appropriate;
7. Managing faults through their entire lifecycle and proactively keeping the customer informed of progress;
8. Diagnosing and resolving problems to the customers satisfaction;
9. Maintain and develop own knowledge and skills to assist with first time fault resolution;
10. Identify and escalate repeat issues or service risks into service management teams;
11. Ensuring solutions, workarounds to incidents and problems resolved are maintained in the appropriate repositories;
12. Manage a number of scheduled tasks for customers, designed to ensure that the customers systems remain operational.

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience will be an added advantage;
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
3. Relevant Professional qualifications such as ITIL, Desktop Support Specialist HCIA- Storage, HCIA- Cloud, CISCO, CCNA, Networking Essentials, CompTIA-A+, or higher
4. Hands-on experience in one or more of the following cloud platform;  Cloud Foundry, OpenShift, Huawei,  AWS Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google App Engine, Heroku, IoT Edge, or other PaaS technologies; Operating systems; KoTDA applications

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1. Proactive and reactive monitoring of technology systems , backhaul, servers, Data Center, network infrastructure and computer systems not limited to application and databases;
2. Providing information on components and services availability, capacity, and performance metrics;
3. Participate in service continuity management by routine activities, such as backing up and restoration of systems and disaster recovery activities, such as executing system failover scripts;
4. Participate in management of  deployments by support planning and execution of changes in production environments especially deployment of new and changed features as well as patch management;
5. Participate in Incident management and problem management by providing the first line troubleshooting of incidents arising from monitoring, record incidents and correlate them with the events and apply appropriate workarounds;
6. Communicate and coordinate resolution with other support levels including third party partners and vendors;
7. Understand information security management and best practices;
8. Articulates systems and methodologies as well as reply to security-related events and support in remediation effort.

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience will be an added advantage;
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
3. Relevant Professional qualifications such as ITIL, Desktop Support Specialist, CompTIA-A+, SolarWinds, CIA- Storage, HCIA- Cloud,  CISCO, CCNA,  CCSA;
4. Excellent hands-on experience and knowledge implementing, configuring, integrating, and supporting the network security with ITIL, Cacti, SolarWinds, Checkpoint or any other NMS, ITSM tools, DR tools, Load balancers, security solutions

(Not all are needed but the more one possesses, the more advantages he/she accrue in securing the job)

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1. Projects, configure, implement, and maintain all security platforms and any other related software, such as anti-virus, routers, Anti-SPAM, switches, intrusion detection or intrusion prevention, firewalls, cryptography systems, SIEM, and MDM.
2. Plan and appraise ongoing assessment of antivirus, application control, firewall, SIEM, VPN, SSL, intrusion detection or intrusion prevention and other network component policies
3. Guarantee network security best practices are executed through auditing: router, change control, switch, firewall configurations, and monitoring
4. Undertakes periodic vulnerability testing, and lead remediation projects
5. Articulates systems and methodologies as well as reply to security-related events and support in remediation effort.
6. Coordinates and oversee log analysis for company managed services offerings to ensure customer policy and security requirements are met
7. Maintains network security devices to enable pro-active defence of networks within a managed service SOC environment, providing protective monitoring to multiple commercial customers
8. Maintains security devices and show practical experience in managing SIEM environments, firewalls, content filters, NIDS, proxy servers, HIPS, and packet capture devices
9. Maintains and administer smart city & data centre’s networks including but not limited to, the delivery of network planning, design, implementation & optimization services;
10. Performs installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of customer managed hardware, software and peripheral devices;
11. Designs computer security architecture and developing detailed cyber security designs;
12. Prepare and document security related standard operating procedures and protocols;
13. Develop technical solutions and new security tools to help mitigate security vulnerabilities and automate repeatable tasks in the data center;
14. Write comprehensive reports including assessment-based findings, outcomes and propositions for further system security enhancement;

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience will be an added advantage;
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
3. Relevant Professional qualifications HCIA- Storage, HCIP- Storage, HCIE- Storage, HCIA- Cloud, HCIP- Cloud and HCIE- Cloud, CISCO, CCNP, CCNA, CCIE, CCSA, FCNSP, CISSP, SSCP, CEH, GIAC, Security +, OSCP, CompTIA Server+, MCSE, LPIC, CompTIA Cloud+, VCP, or CCSE qualified
4. Excellent hands-on experience and knowledge implementing, configuring, integrating, and supporting the network security with ITIL, Cacti, SolarWinds, Checkpoint or any other NMS, ITSM tools, DR tools, Load balancers, security solutions

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