The Anti-Female Genital Mutilation Board (herein after referred to as “the Board”) is a semi autonomous government agency that was established in December 2013 following the enactment of the Prohibition of Female Genital Mutilation Act, 2011. It is in the Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender Affairs.

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.