Assistant Director, Information Communication Technology (ICT)

<p><strong>Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Cumulative service period of twelve 12 years relevant work experience, three 3 of which must have been at the grade of Principal ICT Officer or a comparable position.</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.</li> <li>Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.</li> <li>Qualifications in Microsoft Certified System Engineer MCSE, Cisco Certified Network Associate CCNA, Certified Information Security Management CISM, Certified Information Systems Auditor CISA, Database Management skills MSSQL/ORACLE/MYSQL/IBM, Web development certifications PHP, HTML, ASP or relevant qualifications from a recognized institution.</li> <li>A valid practicing license where applicable from a recognized institution.</li> <li>Membership to a professional body where applicable and in good standing.</li> <li>Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four 4 weeks from a recognized institution.</li> <li>Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Formulating, implementing, and reviewing ICT policies, procedures, and systems.</li> <li>Planning, designing, implementing, and aligning ICT strategies for effective management of services at all levels.</li> <li>Overseeing the Authority’s intranet and internet issues.</li> <li>Advising management on the institutionalization of effective ICT governance structures.</li> <li>Providing specifications and standards in the procurement of ICT software and equipment.</li> <li>Planning, developing, reviewing, and implementing ICT business disaster recovery strategy.</li> <li>Researching on emerging ICT trends.</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with established ICT standards, procedures, and regulations.</li> <li>Updating the Authority’s website.</li> <li>Providing technical support services to computer users and training them to acquire necessary skills.</li> <li>Planning and budgeting for the Department.</li> </ul>