Information Communications Technology Officer (System Developer (Dynamics NAV, Business Central & Web Portals), KMA/ICTO/11/25/2 - 1 Post at Kenya Maritime Authority

Terms of Service: Temporary fixed-term contract of six (6) months
Remuneration (kshs.): Basic Salary:89,000.00 to 205,500.00, House Allowance: 25,000.00, Commuter Allowance: 16,000.00
Job Purpose: The application developer will be responsible for the development of software, web, and multimedia applications that facilitate the achievement of process automation, which will result in business efficiencies through leveraging technology.
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities


Develop applications using modern frameworks based on user requirements
Write and maintain documentation for new and existing features.
A proven record in C/AL, C/SIDE, C++, C#, Java or other relevant languages.
Knowledge of developing Dynamics NAV software (preferred).
Some knowledge of Business Central.
Configure, develop and deliver MS Dynamics NAV software and components in all functional areas.
Create new and modify existing customizations and integrations as requested by the business.
Propose and implement necessary external integrations in the ERP system to meet business process improvements.
Interface directly with users to enable quality delivery of software solutions.
Recommend improvements to existing software solutions as necessary
Test and maintain software products to ensure strong functionality and optimization
Troubleshoot and debug applications
Maintain and improve the performance of existing software
Design and update the software database
Evaluate existing applications to reprogram, update or add new features
Work on the self-service portals
Integration with the E-Citizen system
Some knowledge of relational databases, especially SQL Server, would be desirable.
Ability to document requirements and specifications.
Able to share knowledge
Good communication skills and a team player.


Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a person must have:


Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a Degree in an IT-related course.
Experience in software development using Web technologies such as Python and
Microsoft C# or Java using relevant IDEs, HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Experience in Microsoft Navision and Microsoft SQL systems
Experience in programming using CAL Code, C/SIDE, C++, C# and Business Central applications.
Solid Knowledge/experience of software development methodologies such as SDLC, Agile, Sure Step
Solid understanding of backend/database management and development on Microsoft SQL, MySQL, or Oracle
Knowledge of web technologies, e.g., Web servers (Apache, IIS), web service development
Exposure to software development for enterprise business solutions
Knowledge of version control techniques using relevant tools such as Git and
Mercurial. Knowledge/Awareness of DevOps, e.g., Containerization using Docker, Kubernetes.