Information TechnologyFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
The Assistant Director, Information Management at the National Crime Research Centre (NCRC) is a senior-level role responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of the organization's information and records. The National Crime Research Centre carries out research into the causes of crime and its prevention, disseminating findings to Government Agencies to assist in policy formulation and planning. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that the Centre's information assets are managed efficiently, securely, and in compliance with all relevant legislation.
Responsibilities
Initiating the development, implementation, and review of Information Management policies, strategies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Ensuring the efficient and effective management of all institutional records.
Initiating the appraisal and disposal of files, documents, and other records in accordance with laid-down rules and regulations.
Interpreting Information Management policies, strategies, procedures, standards, and guidelines for staff and stakeholders.
Initiating the deployment, redeployment, and utilization of records and information management staff within the Centre.
Providing technical advice on best practices in records management.
Enhancing audit trails to track the use and location of records to maintain data integrity.
Ensuring a conducive environment is maintained for the storage and preservation of records and documents.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and professional guidance.
Overseeing the maintenance of an institutional repository to support research activities.
Qualifications and Experience
A cumulative service period of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience, with at least three (3) years served at the grade of Principal Information Management Officer or in a comparable position.
Bachelor's Degree in any of the following disciplines: Information Science and Records Management, Information Management, Library and Information Sciences, Business Information Technology, Information Studies, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
Master's Degree in any of the following disciplines: Information Management, Library and Information Sciences, Business Information Technology, Information Studies, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing, where applicable.
Certificate in a Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, managerial, and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to apply through the National Crime Research Centre recruitment portal at https://recruitment.crimeresearch.go.ke. Please note that successful candidates may be required to submit clearance certificates from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), and the Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the official recruitment portal: https://recruitment.crimeresearch.go.ke. Successful candidates will eventually need to provide clearance documents from KRA (Tax Compliance), DCI (Good Conduct), HELB, EACC (Self-Declaration), and CRB.
