Directorate of Information and Communications Technology

Prof. Solomon Ogara
Prof. Solomon OgaraDirector

The Directorate of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) plays a pivotal role in advancing the university's technological infrastructure and capabilities. The ICT directorate is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of information systems and technologies that support the university's academic, research, and administrative functions. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, the directorate ensures that JOOUST remains at the forefront of digital innovation, enhancing the overall educational experience for students and staff.

In addition to maintaining and upgrading the university's IT infrastructure, the Directorate of ICT provides a range of services, including technical support, network management, and cybersecurity. The directorate also offers training and development programs to enhance digital literacy and competency among students and staff. Through its comprehensive approach to ICT management, the directorate supports the university's strategic goals and contributes to the creation of a technologically advanced and secure learning environment.

Vision

To develop and maintain an ICT environment that best meets the University’s infrastructural, information management and communication requirements, and provides efficient support for end-users.

Mission
Provision of quality computer-based information to authorised users; securely accessed, stored, processed and transmitted at all times and underpinned by shared responsibilities.

Major Projects
  1. Internet and LAN Connectivity
  2. PABX and Telephone system
  3. Computer Labs: Main Campus (2); Kisumu Learning Centre Procurement:
    • ID Card System
    • Computer Hardware & Software
    • Audio visuals
    • MIS
  4. Power Backup:
    • Standby Generators
    • Centralised and stand-alone UPS systems
  5. Wireless LAN
  6. Website Upgrade
  7. Library:
    • LAN & Internet Connectivity
    • E-resources
    • Online Catalogue
  8. Training: BOLIFA Youth Group
General Functions
  1. Review ICT policy, strategies and plans in line with the University automation priorities;
  2. Recommend University wide ICT budget and the allocation of ICT resources among users departments;
  3. Consider and consolidate ICT requirements for various University functions, staff and students;
  4. Monitor and evaluate the performance of large ICT projects;
  5. Consider and recommend quality of service measures to enhance service delivery to various cadres of end users;
  6. Scrutinize any hardware and software license agreements with vendors and service level agreements with Internet Service Providers and advise Management Board and Senate accordingly; and
  7. Address any other ICT strategic and policy matters as may be referred by the Management Board and Senate.

2. Technical Functions
  1. Network design, planning, installation and maintenance
  2. Hardware and Software configuration, testing, installation, License Control and support.
  3. Implementation and Monitoring of the best practice information related security processes.
  4. Project co-ordination for both in-house and outsourced infrastructure-based projects
  5. Provision of Email and Internet and related services.
  6. End user ICT training, Data management services and Technical Support Services
  7. Website design and development, maintenance and support.

Membership
  1. DVC(PAF)  - Chairperson;
  2. Director ICT - Secretary;
  3. Four (4) Deans/Directors nominated by Senate;
  4. Registrar ( PA);
  5. Registrar (RIO);
  6. Registrar (AA);
  7. Finance Officer; and
  8. Not more than three (3) co-opted members from outside the University.

Terms of Reference
  1. be answerable to the Vice-Chancellor;
  2. receive regular progress reports for consideration and approval; and
  3. monitor and evaluate the general performance of the Directorate.
Office Location Telephone (Extension) E-Mail
Director’s office Admin Block 057-2058(124) ict@jooust.ac.ke
ICT Server Room Admin Block 057-2058(143)  
Help Desk Comp Labs 057-2058(119) or (165) helpdesk@jooust.ac.ke

CONTACT US

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST)

Bondo (Main) Campus
P.O. Box 210 - 40601 Bondo – Kenya.

Telephones
Phone: 057-2058000/057-2501804
Fax: 057 2523851

Emails

information@jooust.ac.ke
complaints@jooust.ac.ke