Director, Information Communication Technology and Technical Services

Role Overview

Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of Information Technology policy and systems in the Ministry; Oversee the identification of ICT user needs for the Ministry; Formulate and /or review cross cutting and Ministry specific ICT policies and procedures; Manage the smooth running of all ICT systems, including anti-virus software, print services and email provision; Contribute to the development of national ICT policies, ICT legislation and Statutory Instruments and monitor for compliance with such within the Ministry; Provide appropriate and timely ICT Solutions and responses to Ministry's operational process challenges; Provide appropriate and timely ICT solutions and responses to Ministry's operational process challenges

Requirements & Qualifications

• A degree in any of the following areas Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Computer science, Business Management and Information Technology or Information Systems
• A Masters degree in the above fields is a added advantage
• A minimum of eight (8) years experience , of which two (2) years must be at Deputy Director Level or equivalent grade
• Good working knowledge of Information Governance, risk and its application within IT
• A clear understanding of Government ICT modernisation agenda/policy
• Good leadership skills
• An analytical team player
• Good interpersonal skills