Assistant Director, Information Communication Technology (ICT)

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Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

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.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
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.
A valid practicing license where applicable from a recognized institution.
Membership to a professional body where applicable and in good standing.
Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Responsibilities:

Formulating, implementing, and reviewing ICT policies, procedures, and systems.
Planning, designing, implementing, and aligning ICT strategies for effective management of services at all levels.
Overseeing the Authority’s intranet and internet issues.
Advising management on the institutionalization of effective ICT governance structures.
Providing specifications and standards in the procurement of ICT software and equipment.
Planning, developing, reviewing, and implementing ICT business disaster recovery strategy.
Researching on emerging ICT trends.
Ensuring compliance with established ICT standards, procedures, and regulations.
Updating the Authority’s website.
Providing technical support services to computer users and training them to acquire necessary skills.
Planning and budgeting for the Department.