Ssistant Director, Technical Services
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Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate the planning and implementation of the Institute’s electronic, electrical and other technical programmes and projects, including preparation of technical specifications and cost estimates.
- Provide technical evaluation and professional advice on proposed projects, equipment and systems to inform procurement, installation and investment decisions.
- Supervise the acquisition, installation, commissioning and final acceptance of technical equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with approved specifications and quality standards.
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of the Institute’s technical equipment and systems to ensure reliability, safety and operational continuity.
- Ensure proper management, storage, security, inventory and utilisation of technical hardware, software and related resources.
- Supervise technical staff and contractors undertaking technical projects, maintenance and related services, and ensure compliance with professional and safety standards.
- Monitor technical projects, equipment and systems, identify risks and operational challenges, and recommend appropriate corrective and improvement measures.
- Prepare technical reports and provide advice to Management on technical requirements, emerging technologies and infrastructure needs.
- Ensure compliance with applicable technical, safety, environmental, procurement and other statutory requirements in the management of technical services.
- Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the Institute’s mandate.
Requirement for Appointment
- Cumulative twelve (12) years’, three (3) of which should be at Principal Engineer/Technologist KICD Grade 5 or comparable position;
- Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering/technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering/technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Computer literacy;
- Demonstrated managerial, administrative, and professional competence in work performance and results; and
- Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of Constitution