JOB PURPOSE:
Under the general direction of the Principal Director, Corporate Services, the Director Information Communication Technology (ICT) oversees the information and communication technology activities in the Ministry. He/She is responsible for formulating, developing and implementing ICT policies, plans and strategies to guide the Ministry in achieving its long & short term goals and objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Management/Administrative Responsibilities
- Reviews the Ministry’s ICT policies and procedures in accordance with industry standards.
- Participates in the organization’s strategic planning process – prepares and monitors the corporate and operational plan and budget ensuring the work of the Division is carried out according to plan and agreed targets.
- Participates as a member of management team in planning, problem resolution, and reviewing the performance of functional areas.
- Provides guidance to the Permanent Secretary, Director General, Chief Technical Director and Directors on matters relating to ICT.
- Represents the organization at meetings, conferences and other functions.
- Prepares Annual/Quarterly/Monthly and other reports, as required.
Technical Responsibilities
- Develops, implements, and maintains policies to guide and inform the use of ICT in the Ministry.
- Maps the business processes of the Ministry and put in place new systems to improve productivity and efficiency.
- Facilitates the development of a robust and resilient ICT infrastructure through proper planning, forecasting and adherence to international standards in design and implementation.
- Plans the development of a Wide Area Network (WAN) linking the Ministry with all of its agencies and portfolio entities and develop a set of protocols governing the exchange of information and communication between the entities.
- Plans the virtualization of the operating environment to increase productivity and reduce cost.
- Establishes on-going systems analysis, identify areas of improvement and directs new system development.
- Provides technical expertise to the Ministry and portfolio entities to provide for adequate ICT services to these entities and to chart the course for the integration of these networks.
- Directs the development of security strategies to protect the network and data.
- Directs the development of benchmark and baseline performance testing for in-house systems.
- Oversees the development of systems for the care and maintenance of computer and network equipment.
- Develops and maintain short and long-range plans for the implementation of technology within the Ministry.
- Develops, reviews, evaluates and recommends proposals for hardware and/or software acquisition.
- Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
- Develops training plan for ICT staff to achieve and maintain the relevant technical competencies to deliver quality IT support and service to the Ministry and its entities
- Provides technical support to facilitate the Ministry’s social media programme.
- Plans the implementation of opensource platforms to reduce IT Costs
- Recommends changes to ICT polices based on new internal and external demands
Other Responsibilities
- Performs other related duties as assigned from time to time.
Human Resource Responsibilities
- Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports, prepares performance appraisals, and initiates corrective actions when necessary.
- Participates in the recruitment of staff and recommends transfers, promotions, terminations, and leave in accordance with established human resource policies and procedures.
- Provides leadership and guidance to officers through effective planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring, and coaching.
- Facilitates the welfare and development of Staff in the Branch.
- Establishes and maintains a system fostering a culture of teamwork, employee empowerment, and commitment.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of a succession planning framework in collaboration with the HRM&D Branch.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND COMPETENCIES
Core Competencies
- Written and oral communications skills.
- Leadership
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving skills
- Initiative
- Teamwork and Cooperation skills
Technical Competencies
- Sound knowledge of networking technologies and software development principles.
- Knowledge of international standards and best practice in ICT policy development and implementation.
- Ability to direct and coordinate the development and integration of integrated computer systems involving network infrastructure and client/server business applications.
- Knowledge of data security systems disaster recovery procedures.
- Ability to evaluate and assess computer systems and hardware/software proposals for technical merit, cost effectiveness and business applications.
- Knowledge of GoJ procurement process
- Ability to communicate with and understand the requirements of professional staff in their area of specialization.
- Knowledge of current ICT developments/trends
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Masters Degree in an ICT discipline with relevant managerial experience
- Three (3) years of experience in related field.
- Project Management training
- Certification in Cisco Network Administration is an asset.
- Certification in Microsoft System Engineering is an asset
OR
- Bachelor Degree in ICT Discipline with relevant managerial experience
- Six (6) years of experience in a related field
- Project Management training
- Certification in Cisco Network Administration is an asset.
- Certification in Microsoft System Engineering is an asset
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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