Job Description:
Ministry of Health (MoH) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Network Operation Engineer DHA. If you are interested to join MoH then please read the details job description carefully before submitting application.
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Job Title: Network Operation Engineer
Hiring Organization:
- Name: Ministry of Health
- Industry: Government
- Department: Health
- Website: www.health.go.ke
Job Details:
- Reference No.: SDMS/ DHP/011
- Job Grade: DUH5
- Schedule: Full Time
- Number of posts: 3 (three)
- Duty Station: Digital Health Agency Head Quarters
- Employment Type: Contractual
- Term of services: Two (2) Years Contract (Renewable)
Important Dates:
- Date Posted: March 25, 2025
- Valid Through: April 08, 2025
Salary:
- Competitive Package for the Successful Candidate
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and supervise the setup of the Project Network Operation Center, IT operations Center, Security Operation center, technical call center and ensure it meets best practice and standards.
- Advising management on the technical issues regarding ICT networks and Systems.
- Ensuring optimal operation of all network hardware and equipment and share periodic reports.
- Liaising with all project team to perform system analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex technical problems for a variety of end users, and recommend and implement corrective solutions;
- Participating in server and security audits, and system backups and recovery;
- Liaising with the Security teams to install security programs to prevent unauthorized access to privileged data and information.
- Managing the NOC/SOC team: Leading and mentoring the NOC staff, and ensuring the team’s development and performance
- Monitoring and troubleshooting: Monitoring the network’s & system performance, and troubleshooting any issues that arise
- Ensuring compliance: Ensuring the network complies with project policies and guidelines, and that Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met on time.
- Managing incidents: Overseeing incidents, requests, and change management, and ensuring effective escalation paths and emergency response plans are in place.
Qualifications:
- At least six (6) years’ experience in Network Operation Center /Security operation Center or IT operation Centre;
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Computer Programming, Computer Science, telecommunication engineering, Computer Engineering or related qualification from a recognized institution;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities;
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment;
- Strong customer service orientation;
- Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment; and
- People management skills.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified applicants are requested to submit their applications online through the recruitment portal accessible on the Ministry of Health website: https://www.health.go.ke/vacancies-internships, on or before 8th April, 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.