Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

ICT Sector Specialist will be responsible but not limited to the following:

Responsibilities or duties

• Provide technical input in the design and review of ICT-related specifications for equipment and digital training infrastructure.
• Ensure that ICT systems and devices purchased (servers, IoT kits, robotics tools, UAVs, 3D printers, sensors, etc.) are compatible with curriculum requirements.
• Review architectural and electrical designs to ensure integration of ICT infrastructure (LAN, Wi-Fi, cloud storage, security systems, etc.)
• Participate in technical evaluation of ICT tenders and ensure alignment with applicable standand requirements.
• Supervise installation, configuration, and testing of ICT and specialized equipment.
• Coordinate integration of ICT systems across modules including IoT labs, drone labs, robotics,and 3D printing centers.
• Ensure interoperability between trainingsoftware, hardware, and institutional networks.
• Support deployment of data management and analytics platforms to enable smart agriculture, manufacturing, and engineering training applications.
• Provide technical guidance and training to TVET trainers and ICT technicians on use and maintenance of ICT-based equipment.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs)and user manuals for ICT systems.
• Support implementation of digital learning tools (LMS, simulation platforms, and smart labs).
• Offer troubleshooting and maintenance support for ICT systems.
• Monitor performance and functionality of ICT infrastructure to ensure continuous improvement and sustainability.
• Ensure all ICT components comply with cybersecurity, data protection, and safety standards.
• Prepare progress reports, equipment inventories, and technical documentation related to ICT installations.
• Provide advisory support to management on emerging ICT technologies relevant to TVET training.
• Perform any other assignments assigned by your supervisor

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

ICT Sector Specialist should have the following competencies and technical skills:

• Strong technical expertise in ICT systems architecture, networking, and equipment integration.
• Demonstrated understanding of how ICT supports skills training and competency-based education.
• Ability to review and interpret technical designs, BoQs, and procurement documents.
• Excellent project management, communication, and coordination skills.
• Commitment to teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Excellent knowledge of TVET framework, training, and education
• Proven honesty and integrity character in the previous job duties performed.
• Proficient in designing, writing, editing, and debugging programs and databases.
• Proven experience in analysing Information, programming skills, software design, software debugging.
• Website management, website development and web applications

Specialized training or certification in one or more of the following is an added advantage:

• Internet of Things (IoT) systems
• Drone (UAV) Technology
• Robotics and Embedded Systems
• 3D Printing Technologies
• Cloud Computing and Data Analytics
• ICT Project Management (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP)

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
2. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering
3. Bachelor's Degree in Information and Communication Technology
4. Master’s Degree in Computer Science
5. Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering
6. Master’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology
7. Information Management Systems
8. Bachelor's degree in Information Management system

Required competencies and key technical skills

1. Knowledge in TVET system
2. Excellent project management and coordination skills;
3. Clear Communication Skills

Psychometric Languages

1. English

Psychometric Domains

1. Problem solving
2. Analytical skills
3. Time management
4. Knowledge/Awareness
5. Empathy
6. Clear and Effective Communication

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Exams to be conducted

1. PsychometricTest
2. Written
3. Oral

Reports To

TVET Skills Development Program Manager-Office of the Director General

• Provide technical input in the design and review of ICT-related specifications for equipment and digital training infrastructure.
• Ensure that ICT systems and devices purchased (servers, IoT kits, robotics tools, UAVs, 3D printers, sensors, etc.) are compatible with curriculum requirements.
• Review architectural and electrical designs to ensure integration of ICT infrastructure (LAN, Wi-Fi, cloud storage, security systems, etc.)
• Participate in technical evaluation of ICT tenders and ensure alignment with applicable standand requirements.
• Supervise installation, configuration, and testing of ICT and specialized equipment.
• Coordinate integration of ICT systems across modules including IoT labs, drone labs, robotics,and 3D printing centers.
• Ensure interoperability between trainingsoftware, hardware, and institutional networks.
• Support deployment of data management and analytics platforms to enable smart agriculture, manufacturing, and engineering training applications.
• Provide technical guidance and training to TVET trainers and ICT technicians on use and maintenance of ICT-based equipment.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs)and user manuals for ICT systems.
• Support implementation of digital learning tools (LMS, simulation platforms, and smart labs).
• Offer troubleshooting and maintenance support for ICT systems.
• Monitor performance and functionality of ICT infrastructure to ensure continuous improvement and sustainability.
• Ensure all ICT components comply with cybersecurity, data protection, and safety standards.
• Prepare progress reports, equipment inventories, and technical documentation related to ICT installations.
• Provide advisory support to management on emerging ICT technologies relevant to TVET training.
• Perform any other assignments assigned by your supervisor

• Strong technical expertise in ICT systems architecture, networking, and equipment integration.
• Demonstrated understanding of how ICT supports skills training and competency-based education.
• Ability to review and interpret technical designs, BoQs, and procurement documents.
• Excellent project management, communication, and coordination skills.
• Commitment to teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Excellent knowledge of TVET framework, training, and education
• Proven honesty and integrity character in the previous job duties performed.
• Proficient in designing, writing, editing, and debugging programs and databases.
• Proven experience in analysing Information, programming skills, software design, software debugging.
• Website management, website development and web applications
• Internet of Things (IoT) systems
• Drone (UAV) Technology
• Robotics and Embedded Systems
• 3D Printing Technologies
• Cloud Computing and Data Analytics
• ICT Project Management (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP)
• Knowledge in TVET system
• Excellent project management and coordination skills;
• Clear Communication Skills
• Problem solving
• Analytical skills
• Time management
• Knowledge/Awareness
• Empathy
• Clear and Effective Communication

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering
• Bachelor's Degree in Information and Communication Technology
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science
• Master’s Degree in Computer Engineering
• Master’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology
• Information Management Systems
• Bachelor's degree in Information Management system