ICT Sector Specialist

Job Summary

The ICT Sector Specialist provides high-level technical expertise, systems engineering, and administrative oversight to ensure national TVET infrastructure aligns with modern digital demands. Reporting directly to the TVET Skills Development Program Manager - Office of the Director General, the specialist reviews technical specifications for institutional equipment, coordinates advanced lab deployments (IoT, drones, robotics), and designs standard operating procedures. The role balances continuous field-level technical guidance for trainers with strict institutional compliance regarding data protection, cybersecurity, and procurement standards.

Qualification

Candidates must hold one of the following educational milestones from a recognized institution:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Management Systems.
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science.
• Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering.
• Master’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology.
• Master’s Degree or formal postgraduate specialization in Information Management Systems.

Experience

• For Bachelor's Degree holders: Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• For Master's Degree holders: Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience analyzing information, designing databases, writing/debugging software code, and managing web development projects.
• Demonstrated history working with procurement documents, Bill of Quantities (BoQs), and technical design reviews.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Infrastructure & Specification Design:

• Formulate and review detailed ICT-related technical specifications for institutional equipment and digital training infrastructures.
• Ensure all purchased ICT systems, hardware, and peripheral devices (servers, IoT kits, robotics tools, UAVs, 3D printers, sensors) are entirely compatible with TVET curriculum demands.
• Review architectural and electrical blueprints to guarantee the seamless integration of network backbones (LAN, Wi-Fi, cloud storage, and automated security installations).
• Serve on technical evaluation committees for public ICT tenders to audit compliance against standard state requirements.

Advanced Lab Integration & Field Deployment:

• Supervise the installation, baseline configuration, and hardware testing of specialized ICT gear.
• Coordinate the localized integration of advanced systems across training modules, explicitly including IoT labs, drone testing zones, robotics hubs, and 3D printing centers.
• Secure total interoperability between educational training software, physical hardware systems, and broader institutional networks.
• Support the rollout of complex data management and analytics platforms to empower smart agriculture, heavy manufacturing, and engineering training programs.

Capacity Building, Support & Operations:

• Provide targeted technical guidance, mentorship, and training to on-site TVET trainers and ICT technicians regarding maintenance and system usage.
• Author comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and clear user manuals for deployed ICT software and hardware ecosystems.
• Implement digital learning platforms, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), simulation software environments, and smart labs.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance support to minimize downtime across institutional ICT infrastructure.

Compliance, Monitoring & Advisory:

• Audit all operational ICT installations to verify strict alignment with cybersecurity, safety, and data protection benchmarks.
• Compile structured progress reports, equipment inventories, and formal technical documentation concerning ongoing field installations.
• Act as an internal advisory resource for executive management regarding emerging ICT technologies relevant to TVET evolution.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Competencies:

• Deep technical expertise in ICT systems architecture, advanced networking protocols, and multi-platform equipment integration.
• Strong understanding of competency-based education architectures and the overarching national TVET framework.
• Proficiency in writing, editing, and debugging programmatic code, database architectures, and web applications.
• Masterful project management, multi-stakeholder coordination, and technical presentation skills.

Preferred Specializations (Added Advantage):

Possession of professional training or technical certifications in any of the following fields is highly valued:

• Internet of Things (IoT) Systems
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) / Drone Technology
• Robotics and Embedded Systems
• 3D Printing Technologies
• Cloud Computing and Advanced Data Analytics
• Certified Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)

Behavioural & Psychometric Profiles:

During evaluation, candidates will be directly tested against the following core behavioral criteria:

• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Advanced cognitive capacity to resolve systemic errors and evaluate data trends.
• Time Management: Demonstrated capability to balance rigorous deployment timelines efficiently.
• Empathy & Awareness: High social awareness to support non-technical staff and trainers patiently.
• Communication: Flawless, clear, and effective verbal and written communication.
• Integrity: Proven record of honesty and impeccable ethical character in all previous employment settings.

Examination Structure & Timeline

The institutional selection procedure dictates that shortlisted candidates must successfully complete a multi-tiered evaluation process:

• Psychometric Test (Administered in English)
• Written Examination
• Oral Interview

Skills Required:

• Computer / Software / It / Data