Flexi Personnel Ltd is a HR Company that was founded in 2008. It is currently the fastest growing HR firm in Kenya offering a wide range of services including Headhunting and Executive selection, Outsourced Labor management, HR Outsourcing, Outsourced Payroll Management, HR consultancy, Psychometric Assessments and Expatriate Services and relocation support. What makes us a unique Recruitment and Outsourcing Agency in Kenya, and the whole of Africa, is our systematic approach and listening to our clients’ recruitment and payroll needs. We've offered and will continue offering appropriate solutions to our clients. We only forward candidates within the client’s specification. As a Recruitment firm, integrity and value are key elements of our Recruitment, Staff Outsourcing, Payroll Management, and HR Consultancy services. We deliver to our promise to our clients within a 3-day deadline. This is enhanced by our dedicated team of recruitment, screening, and management experts.JOB PURPOSE: This individual will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, governance, and oversight of all Information Technology functions to support the HROK Programme’s mandate and strategic objectives. They will lead the development and implementation of the IT strategy, ensure reliable and secure IT operations, oversee digital transformation initiatives, and drive innovation, compliance, and performance across infrastructure, software development, service delivery, and IT projects. The position will be accountable for ensuring that IT systems, services, and resources effectively enable institutional efficiency, data security, and business continuity. KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide strategic leadership, direction, and oversight to the IT Department to ensure effective delivery of its mandate and alignment with HROK’s strategic objectives. Develop, implement, and periodically review IT strategic and operational plans, frameworks, policies, and standards to ensure alignment with institutional goals and best practice. Oversee end-to-end IT operations, including infrastructure, software development, service desk, cybersecurity, data management, and user support, ensuring service reliability, performance, and continuous improvement. Lead IT governance, security, and compliance initiatives, including IT risk management, data protection compliance, regulatory adherence, and implementation of appropriate security controls and business continuity measures. Provide oversight and strategic direction for all IT projects and digital transformation initiatives to ensure timely delivery, optimal resource utilization, and achievement of intended outcomes. Lead departmental budgeting, procurement planning, and financial management processes, ensuring efficient and accountable utilization of approved resources. Prepare and present periodic and ad hoc IT performance, risk, and management reports to the Chief Operating Officer and senior management. Drive innovation by identifying and recommending emerging technologies, system enhancements, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and institutional effectiveness. Provide high-level technical advisory support to management and stakeholders on IT strategy, systems architecture, risk, and policy matters. Lead talent management and capacity building within the IT function by overseeing staff performance, succession planning, continuous professional development, and user training initiatives. Develop and manage departmental budgets and procurement plans. Oversee cost-effective utilization of IT resources and investments. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND CAREER EXPERIENCE: A Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from a recognized university. A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from a recognized university. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., IT governance, AI, cybersecurity, project management) and membership in professional bodies where applicable. Minimum of 10 years of overall IT experience, with at least five 5 years at a senior management level in a reputable organization. Demonstrated experience in managing complex, multidisciplinary IT projects and enterprise systems. Certification in Leadership and/or Management from a recognized institution. Core Competencies: Demonstrated high levels of confidentiality and integrity. Excellent interpersonal, written, presentation and communication skills. Ability to build strong and diverse effective teams, delegation and team motivation. Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills. Strong Management, leadership and decision-making skills. Able to work in multi-cultural communities