IT Program Officer

Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) is seeking a competent, capable, ambitious, self-motivated and dynamic individuals that demonstrate the appropriate expertise and experience to contribute to the development of the Konza Technopolis into a leading global Technopolis and innovation hub.

The Mission of Konza Technopolis Development Authority is “To develop a thriving sustainable smart city and a vibrant innovation ecosystem contributing to Kenya’s knowledge economy”. Konza Technopolis as an area of Innovation is especially suited to Education Institutions, Research & Development Centres and Commercial interests in the sectors of Life sciences, Engineering and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES). Konza Technopolis is also a Special Economic Zone with Incentives targeted at participating enterprises.

KoTDA therefore invites qualified Interested individuals to apply for the under listed positions.

Role: IT Program Officer

Ref: KoTDA/HR129/2026

Terms: Permanent and Pensionable

Duties and Responsibilities

1.  Monitor project progress and implementing changes where necessary.
2.  Monitor expenditures in accordance with the budget.
3.  Ensure compliance with objectives, organizational policies, procedures, and standards.
4.  Compile project reports and informing management regarding problems.
5. Set project goals and coming up with plans to meet those goals
6. Maintain project timeframes, budgeting estimates and status reports
7.  Manage resources for projects
8. Coordinate project team members and developing schedules and individual responsibilities
9.  Implement IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget
10.  Conduct risk assessments for projects

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

1. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business IT, Computer Engineering, or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from  a recognized Institution
2. Proficiency in Computer Applications