Assistant Director, Information Communication Technology at Anti-Female Genital Mutilation Board

Vacancy No. AFGM/6/2023 (1post)-Permanent and Pensionable

Duties and Responsibilities

• Formulating, implementing and coordinating of information communication technology policies, strategies and programmes;
• Evaluating user requests for new, modified or updated software application; Evaluating programmes to determine feasibility and compatibility with current system;
• Designing specifications aimed at the computerization and networking of all functions, activities and processes of the board;
• Ensuring adherence to information communication technology policies, procedures and standards;
• Coordinating information systems security audits, reporting and making recommendations to strengthen ICT security systems;
• Facilitating procurement of ICT equipment and services;
• Reviewing, testing and evaluating both hardware systems and software programmes to determine their efficiency reliability and compatibility and recommending data communication systems; and
• Investigating and resolving computer hardware and software problems reported by users.

Requirements for Appointment

• Twelve (12) years cumulative experience, four (4) of which should have been at Principal Information Communication Technology Officer or a comparable position in a reputable organization;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, Business Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, Business Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Relevant ICT certifications such as CCNP, MCSE, CISA, CISSP, Prince 2 or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Be a member to a relevant professional body;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• will be an added advantage; and
• Demonstrated professional competence and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results.