Job opening with kickstart in IT

Job opening in the area of IT

Functional Area : IT
Position / Job Title: Director, Business Improvement and Information Systems
Reports to : Chief Financial Officer
Location : Nairobi
Closing date of application : 31st July 2009
Position status : International
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Job Purpose

The Director of BIIS’s role is to provide vision and leadership for developing and implementing information technology and business process improvement initiatives at KickStart.

The Director directs the planning and implementation of enterprise IT systems in support of business operations in order to improve cost effectiveness, service quality, business development, sustainability and achievement of KickStart’s mission.

This individual is responsible for the organization’s Information Management and Information Technology systems and is accountable to internal customers to identify opportunities where specific technologies may be used to make their activities more effective and efficient, including reviewing emerging technologies, conducting pilots, and assessing results for broader application throughout the organization.

This role is also responsible for the management of the IT department including the IT staff and consultant activities and the development, implementation, and maintenance of IT policies, procedures and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for internal customers.

This position is a member of the management team, providing leadership and support to each function in support of process improvement, and is the operational leader responsible for introducing, executing and institutionalizing quality management processes and methodologies across all operations, as decided by the Senior Management team (for example ISO certification).

Skills and Competencies

• University degree in the field of business, computer science, information systems or other relevant fields, and minimum five years related work experience in business process reengineering, finance and information technology;
• Minimum three years experience managing and/or directing an IT operation as well as business process improvement, management, budgeting, and business office operations;
• Minimum three years of complex project management experience, including budget responsibility, staff supervision, and certification or formal training achievement in project management;
• Proven experience in IT strategic planning, development and implementation of IT policies and applying IT in solving business problems;
• Good understanding and technical knowledge of current global standards in network and PC operating systems, hardware, and protocols;
• Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of accounting (especially fund accounting or non-profit accounting) finance, human resources, and administration;
• Self-driven with strong leadership skills, and able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment;
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences;
• Proven ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment;
• Experience managing an Enterprise Resource Platform or Management Information System, preferably using Microsoft Dynamics NAV or similar platform with SQL-server back-end;
• Experience working in multi-national non-profit environment preferred.

What’s in it for you?

KickStart seeks and retains the best talent to promote sustainable economic growth and employment creation in developing countries. Our commitment to our employees and our mission is strong. If you are ready for a new career adventure, in the fast paced world of global non-profit social enterprise; then let KickStart kick-start your career.

How to apply

If you believe you have what it takes to handle this challenging position, kindly email your one page Application Letter, together with your detailed CV, clearly indicating the position applied for in the subject line of your mail to hr@kickstart.org by 31 July, 2009

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply

Please note that application deadline is subject to hiring of suitable candidate
Opportunité de Volontariat court à KickStart--Bamako, Mali