{"id":99662,"date":"2026-06-27T13:13:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-27T13:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/senior-communications-technology-officer\/"},"modified":"2026-06-27T13:13:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T13:13:18","slug":"senior-communications-technology-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/senior-communications-technology-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"Senior Communications Technology Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Senior Communications Technology Officer\", \"description\": \"The National Communication Secretariat (NCS) is seeking suitable, competent and qualified Kenyans that have demonstrable expertise and experience to apply for the vacant positions below.\\n\\nNCS was formed under Section 84 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act 1998, is the policy advisory body to the Government of Kenya on all matters pertaining to the ICT sector through the Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy.\\n\\nApplications are invited for the following positions:\\nSENIOR COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER\\nNCS GRADE\\n6\\nNCS\/HR\/005\/2026\\nAVAILABILITY:\\nIMMEDIATE\\nDURATION:\\nPERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE\\nDUTY STATION:\\nNAIROBI\\nJOB DESCRIPTION\\nAn officer at this level will carries out the following duties and responsibilities\\nPreparing national communications technology policy frameworks;\\nContributing in the implementation of communication technology pilot projects and programmes in the respective area of deployment;\\nAnalysing research data on communications technologies to guide on best practice to enhance competition and efficiency of provision of ICT services in the respective area of deployment;\\nPreparing position papers for international, regional and national ICT policies and standards development bodies in the respective area of deployment;\\nContributing to the roll out of ICT communication technology projects for National and County Governments in the respective area of deployment; and\\nContributing to the development of policies that foster full and efficient use of communication technology.\\nPERSON SPECIFICATION\\nFor appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-\\nAt least six (6) years\u2019 cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of at the grade of Communication Technology Officer I or in a comparable position;\\nBachelor\u2019s Degree in any of the following fields:- Electrical\/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;\\nMembership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable;\\nProficiency in computer applications; and\\nShown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.\\nCandidates who are interested in the above positions may access the role profiles, qualifications and experience requirement details on our website at www.ncs.go.ke\\nHow to Apply\\n1. Interested and qualified persons are required to apply via email\\njobs2026@ncs.go.ke\\nby stating the position applied on the email subject and attaching the curriculum vitae, application letter, and academic and professional certificates.\\n\\nApplication should also include the national identification card and other relevant testimonials. Hard copy applications should be submitted to:\\n\\nThe Communications Secretary\/CEO\\nNational Communication Secretariat\\n9th Floor, Transcom House\\nP.O. Box 10756 \u2013 00100 GPO, NAIROBI\\n\\n2. Applications should be received on or before Close of Business 13th July 2026.\\n\\n3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and successful candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya\\nNCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. PERSONS FROM THE MINORITY AND MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES AND PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY\\n\\nCanvasing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-06-23\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"National Communication Secretariat (NCS)\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-14T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> National Communication Secretariat (NCS)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full-time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-14<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>The National Communication Secretariat (NCS) is seeking suitable, competent and qualified Kenyans that have demonstrable expertise and experience to apply for the vacant positions below.<\/p>\n<p>NCS was formed under Section 84 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act 1998, is the policy advisory body to the Government of Kenya on all matters pertaining to the ICT sector through the Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy.<\/p>\n<p>Applications are invited for the following positions:<br \/>SENIOR COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER<br \/>NCS GRADE<br \/>6<br \/>NCS\/HR\/005\/2026<br \/>AVAILABILITY:<br \/>IMMEDIATE<br \/>DURATION:<br \/>PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE<br \/>DUTY STATION:<br \/>NAIROBI<br \/>JOB DESCRIPTION<br \/>An officer at this level will carries out the following duties and responsibilities<br \/>Preparing national communications technology policy frameworks;<br \/>Contributing in the implementation of communication technology pilot projects and programmes in the respective area of deployment;<br \/>Analysing research data on communications technologies to guide on best practice to enhance competition and efficiency of provision of ICT services in the respective area of deployment;<br \/>Preparing position papers for international, regional and national ICT policies and standards development bodies in the respective area of deployment;<br \/>Contributing to the roll out of ICT communication technology projects for National and County Governments in the respective area of deployment; and<br \/>Contributing to the development of policies that foster full and efficient use of communication technology.<br \/>PERSON SPECIFICATION<br \/>For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-<br \/>At least six (6) years\u2019 cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been in the grade of at the grade of Communication Technology Officer I or in a comparable position;<br \/>Bachelor\u2019s Degree in any of the following fields:- Electrical\/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;<br \/>Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing where applicable;<br \/>Proficiency in computer applications; and<br \/>Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.<br \/>Candidates who are interested in the above positions may access the role profiles, qualifications and experience requirement details on our website at www.ncs.go.ke<br \/>How to Apply<br \/>1. Interested and qualified persons are required to apply via email<br \/>jobs2026@ncs.go.ke<br \/>by stating the position applied on the email subject and attaching the curriculum vitae, application letter, and academic and professional certificates.<\/p>\n<p>Application should also include the national identification card and other relevant testimonials. Hard copy applications should be submitted to:<\/p>\n<p>The Communications Secretary\/CEO<br \/>National Communication Secretariat<br \/>9th Floor, Transcom House<br \/>P.O. Box 10756 \u2013 00100 GPO, NAIROBI<\/p>\n<p>2. Applications should be received on or before Close of Business 13th July 2026.<\/p>\n<p>3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and successful candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya<br \/>NCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. PERSONS FROM THE MINORITY AND MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES AND PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY<\/p>\n<p>Canvasing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Apply Now<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobsinkenya.co.ke\/job\/senior-communications-technology-officer\/?form=apply#wpjb-scroll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: JobsInKenya<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-07-14 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: National Communication Secretariat (NCS) Location: Nairobi Job Type: Full-time Apply Before: 2026-07-14 Job Description The National Communication Secretariat (NCS) is seeking suitable, competent and qualified Kenyans that have demonstrable expertise and experience to apply for the vacant positions below. 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