Grva Technology

IT Leadership Ladder
2024-09-11 - 2024-09-13 | Mount Meru Hotel, Arusha, Tanzania, United Republic of
Definition:
A framework for developing and progressing IT professionals through various leadership roles.
Levels:

Entry-Level IT Roles: Basic technical support and administrative tasks.
Mid-Level IT Roles: Managing small teams, projects, and specialized areas.
Senior IT Roles: Strategic planning, high-level management, and decision-making.
Executive IT Roles: C-level positions, driving the overall IT strategy and innovation.

ITBMC (IT Business Management Certification)
2024-08-26 - 2024-08-30 | Double Tree, Nairobi, Kenya
Definition:
A certification that focuses on aligning IT strategy with business objectives and improving IT service delivery.
Key Components:

IT Governance: Ensuring IT aligns with business objectives.
IT Financial Management: Budgeting and cost management for IT resources.
Service Management: Delivering and managing IT services efficiently.
Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating IT-related risks.
Performance Management: Measuring and improving IT performance.

Disaster Recovery Planning
2024-08-14 - 2024-08-16 | White Sands Resort, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
Definition:
A set of procedures to recover and protect IT infrastructure and systems in the event of a disaster.
Key Steps:

Risk Assessment: Identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Business Impact Analysis: Determining the effects of disruptions.
Strategy Development: Creating recovery strategies.
Plan Development: Documenting procedures and resources required.
Testing and Maintenance: Regularly testing and updating the plan.

ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System)
2024-08-12 - 2024-08-23 | White Sands Resort, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
Definition:
A standard for managing information security, ensuring that organizations have adequate security controls in place.
Key Components:

Information Security Policies: Defining security management direction.
Risk Management: Identifying and addressing risks.
Asset Management: Managing information assets.
Access Control: Ensuring only authorized access.
Cryptography: Protecting information through encryption.
Physical and Environmental Security: Securing physical and environmental aspects.
Operational Security: Ensuring secure operations.
Supplier Relationships: Managing security in supplier relationships.
Incident Management: Responding to and managing incidents.
Compliance: Adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.

CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
2024-08-05 - 2024-08-09 | White Sands Resort, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
Definition:
A globally recognized certification for auditing, controlling, and ensuring the security of information systems.
Core Areas:

Information System Auditing Process: Planning and executing audits.
Governance and Management of IT: Ensuring effective governance structures.
Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation: Ensuring systems are reliable and secure.
Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience: Ensuring continuous and secure operations.
Protection of Information Assets: Safeguarding information assets.

ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) Training
2024-07-29 - 2024-08-02 | White Sands Resort, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
Definition:
A standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS) to ensure consistent quality in products and services.
Principles:

Customer Focus: Meeting customer needs and enhancing satisfaction.
Leadership: Establishing unity of purpose and direction.
Engagement of People: Involving employees at all levels.
Process Approach: Managing activities as processes.
Continuous Improvement: Ongoing improvement of the QMS.
Evidence-Based Decision Making: Using data to guide decisions.
Relationship Management: Maintaining good relationships with stakeholders.
