Job
Title: IT Manager
Hiring Organization: Veteran
Mission Hospital
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Medical
Job Type: Full
Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 07/22/2024
Are you an experienced IT professional with a passion for healthcare technology? Veteran Mission Hospital in Syokimau, Nairobi, is seeking a skilled and innovative IT Manager to lead our IT department and oversee a range of responsibilities including graphic designing, website management, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and supervise the hospital’s IT team,
including system administrators, developers, and support staff.
- Develop and implement IT strategies and
infrastructure to support hospital operations and business objectives.
- Oversee the design, development, and maintenance
of hospital websites and digital platforms to ensure functionality,
usability, and security.
- Coordinate with external vendors and consultants
for IT projects and services.
- Manage IT budgets and resources effectively to
optimize spending and achieve departmental goals.
- Implement and maintain IT security policies and
procedures to protect hospital data and systems.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting
assistance to hospital staff and end-users.
- Lead the implementation and integration of new
IT systems and technologies, including electronic medical records (EMR)
systems.
- Conduct regular audits and assessments of IT
systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry
standards.
- Develop and manage disaster recovery plans and
business continuity strategies for IT systems.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends
in healthcare IT to recommend and implement innovative solutions.
- Collaborate with other departments to understand
their IT needs and provide strategic solutions.
- Manage graphic design projects for marketing
materials, internal communications, and patient education materials.
- Ensure compliance with data protection laws and
regulations, such as GDPR and HIPAA.
- Prepare and present IT performance reports and
metrics to senior management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology,
Computer Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT
management, preferably in the healthcare sector.
- Proven experience in graphic designing, website
management, and digital marketing.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent project management and organizational
abilities.
- Proficiency in IT infrastructure management,
network administration, and cybersecurity.
- Experience with EMR systems and healthcare
software applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage
multiple priorities effectively.
How To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their
resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and
qualifications, current and expected salaries to recruitment@veteranmissionhospitals.org by
28th July 2024.
Veteran Mission Hospital is an equal opportunity
employer and does not require applicants to pay for anything at any given stage
of the recruitment process. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.
