CIC Insurance Group Jobs
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CIC Insurance Group is the leading Co-operative insurer in Africa and one of the top three insurance companies in the country.CIC Insurance Group consists of three subsidiaries; CIC General Ltd, CIC Life Assurance Ltd and CIC Asset Management Ltd; currently CIC has businesses operating all over Kenya with 19 branches.
In order to execute its ambitious growth and expansion strategy, CIC wishes to recruit high caliber individuals to fill the following position:
1. ICT Infrastructure Manager
Job Purpose: This is a key role in ICT underlining network infrastructure and its associated technology operate efficiently, performing within agreed targets that deliver a secure platform for CIC Insurance Group to carry out its business.
Role / Job Description
Working with the Group Head of ICT and the ICT Service Manager to define and implement the Group’s ICT strategy, you will also proactively provide 2nd/3rd line support as required, and act as an escalation point for major issues in order to maximize service availability within agreed SLAs.
Manage the ICT environment including networks, servers, desktop/laptop and operating systems.
Ensure that ICT support staff maintain their customer focus, are kept abreast of new technological developments and to provide in-house training when required.
Assist the Group ICT Manger in developing long term strategic plans for the development of the ICT requirements within the CIC Insurance Group.
Ensuring ICT is able to deliver comprehensive service that meets the business requirements and is aligned to the company policies and corporate strategic aims and objectives.
Monitoring and testing the ICT Disaster Recovery plan, in order to ensure service resilience in the event of a Business Continuity incident.
To negotiate between ICT application support, other subsidiaries, departments and external suppliers to resolve often highly technical or contentious issues and conflicts to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Responsible for network security
Develop and review ICT policies and implementation processesAcademic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in an Information Technology related field.Professional Qualifications
PRINCE2 Project Management qualification
ITIL Certified Qualification.Relevant Work Experience
5 yearsSkills/Knowledge
Must have knowledge of the following; Windows 2003 server and above, Exchange Server, LANs, WANs, Virtualization, TCP/IP, Routing, SANs, SQL server, network design, firewalls, Active Directory, Group policy, 2 Factor authentication, encryption technologies, system monitoring and management.
Working experience and Exposure to VMware ESX and VCenter 5.x and above
Must be committed to self-development and be enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and embracing new technologies.
Good working Knowledge of Information Governance, risk and its Application within IT.
Ability to manage and implement projects with due diligence and integrityPersonal Attributes
Able to communicate clearly, pleasantly and confidently with staff and external organizations both orally and in writing.
Confident in their abilities, can work under pressure meeting tight deadlines.
Must be able to supervise and motivate others.How to Apply
If you have the afore-mentioned to professional and academic qualifications and you are ready to execute the above mandate, kindly send your resume to the address below indicating on the subject of your email the job title.
For example: Ref: Application for ICT INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER
2. Network Administrator
Job Purpose: This is a key role in the ICT infrastructure. The network LAN/WAN, telephony and virtualization environments depend on this role.
Role / Job Description
Overseeing administration, management and maintenance of computer network systems and data circuits.
Responsible for computer network planning, administration and operations activities
Perform a variety of technical duties related to the installation and maintenance of the computer network and communications hardware and software systems including network and application servers, routers, firewall, LAN, WAN and phone systems.
Responsible for the configuration and installation of network and internet security.
Responsible for the configuration and installation of all network software packages
Responsible for the IT disaster backup and recovery systems
Supervise the network technical staff.Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in an Information Technology related field.Professional Qualifications
Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)
Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)Relevant Work Experience
At least 6 years’ computer experience working with networking infrastructure and WAN networks.Skills / Knowledge
Well-developed presentation and negotiation skills.
Good interpersonal skills, able to establish positive relationships with other teams.Personal Attributes
Commitment to customer facing services
Confident in their abilities, can work under pressure meeting tight deadlines.If you have the afore mentioned to professional and academic qualifications and you are ready to execute the above mandate, kindly send your resume to the address below indicating on the subject of your email the job title.
For example: Ref: Application for NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
3.Database Administrator
Job Purpose: A critical function in the ICT Department.
Duties & Responsibilities
1st level support for the medical systems.
User training for the medical systems
System administration and development
Systems enhancement and testing of new deployments.
Performance tuning for the datable
System enhancement and testing.
System administration and development
Database performance tuning.
User training for the medical systems.
Regional office user support on medical systems.Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Related IT DegreeProfessional Qualifications
OCA/OCP
Linux certification or equivalentRelevant Work Experience
3 Years.
Experience in any 4th generation language e.g. PL/S QLSkills, Knowledge and Competencies
Knowledge of Turnquest suite systems
Good problem solving skills
High integrity
Proactive and self-driven, ready to work beyond normal working hoursHow to Apply
If you have the aforementioned professional and academic qualifications and you are ready to execute the above mandate, kindly send your resume to the address below indicating on the subject of your email the job title.
For example: Ref: Application for DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
4. Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Job Purpose: Responsible for development of IT Strategic plans, policies, programs, computer services, network communication and management information services to accomplish Corporate goals and objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Formulate and implement the business strategy to ensure overall achievement of the Group’s goals;
Establish and direct the strategic and tactical goals, policies, and procedures for the information technology department;
Participate in strategic and operational governance processes of the Group as a member of the senior management team;
Lead ICT strategic and operational planning to achieve Group goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the organization;
Develop, track, and control the information technology annual operating and capital budgets;
Direct development and execution of a Group-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plan;
Develop and maintain an appropriate IT organizational structure that supports the needs of the business;
Identify opportunities for the appropriate and cost-effective investment of financial resources in IT systems and resources;
Supervise information system and communications network;
Develop and implement a customer service platform to serve the Group in every aspect;
Design, establish, and maintain a network infrastructure for local and wide area connectivity and remote access;
Participate in vendor contract negotiations for all new computer equipment and software purchased for the Group;
Manage the day-to-day operations of the information technology department including directing staff, who support administrative computing, networking, user services, telecommunications and other information technology functions;
Review hardware and software acquisition and maintenance contracts and pursue master agreements to capitalize on economies of scale ;
Define and communicate corporate plans, policies, and standards for the organization for acquiring, implementing, and operating IT systems;
Ensure continuous delivery of IT services through oversight of service level agreements with end users and monitoring of IT systems performance and;
Supervise train and develop staff to achieve a highly productive and motivated team.Skills & Attributes
A Bachelor’s degree preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or IT related field with relevant professional certifications.
A Master’s degree in a Business related field;
Possess at least one professional IT qualification in either CISM or CISA or CCNA/P or MCSE/A or ITIL
At least 10 years’ experience with not less than 5 years in a senior management position and in in a wide area network with recent responsibilities in IT infrastructure development.
Experience in design, implementation and commissioning of Groupwide ERP systems will be a plus.
Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for all aspects of IT through progressive involvement in the application of ICT to business processes.
Knowledge of Cisco networking, telephony equipment and software.
Demonstrate a good knowledge and experience of PC operating systems and core applications, UNIX and Windows operating systems, Internet services, systems engineering and support, network infrastructure design and support
An sound understanding of portfolio, programme and project management and a track record of delivering and enabling large-scale complex change programmes.
An understanding of key ICT management standards, including but not limited to ITIL, PRINCE.
Procurement and negotiation skills.
Employing excellent leadership and team-working skills in an environment where priorities and goals can quickly change and evolve.
Must have strong analytical diagnostic and customer care skills
Proven experience in IT planning, organization, and development.
Excellent leadership skills particularly in strategy formulation and execution;
Proven ability to quickly grasp business risks and make sound decisions;
In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.How to Apply
If you meet the requirements above, send your application clearly marked CICG/CIO/002/2015 addressed to The Group Chief Executive Officer to reach us by 22nd March 2015.
For example: Ref: Application for CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER – CIC INSURANCE GROUP.
To:
The Group Human Resources Manager
CIC Insurance Group Ltd
Strictly through Email: recruitment@cic.co.ke
The application should reach us by close of business on 27th March, 2015.
Please note only short listed candidate will be contacted.
If you do not hear from us by 31st March, 2015 consider your application unsuccessful.
