Job Description
Lead the integration of ICT-related capabilities into existing community development projects, and advice in the design and implementation of such capabilities.
• Conduct research and develop concepts, prototypes, products and recommend strategies for the improvement of the Smart Cities in Rwanda.
• Serve as primary liaison personnel with the rural community development specialists seeking to exploit the potential of ICT.
• Conduct period digital profiling of smart city & communities initiatives and ensure effective operationalization of various community technical working groups to meet set goals.
• Identify potential opportunities and conceptualize ICT-related initiatives for proposed rural development projects and ensure the improved adoption of ICT innovations.
• Support broader efforts to incorporate ICT into rural development activities, including assisting local government various institutions.
• Lead the smart device penetration strategy by conducting the awareness and supporting initiatives intended to implement smart device penetration.
• Conduct assessments and monitor research metrics of the smart devices penetration rate and access in communities.
• Suggest training tools to enhance capacity building and skills development in response to technologies deployed in smart cities.
• Contribute to the development of smart city strategy and lead on the implementation of the corresponding activities.
Minimum Qualifications
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Advanced diploma in Software Engineering
Experience: 3
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Advanced diploma in Computer Science
Experience: 3
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Advanced diploma in Computer Engineering
Experience: 3
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Advanced diploma in Information and Communication Technology
Experience: 3
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Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering
Experience: 3
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Bachelor’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology
Experience: 3
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Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Experience: 3
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Master’s Degree in Software Engineering
Experience: 1
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Master’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology
Experience: 1
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Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems
Experience: 3
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Master’s Degree in Information Systems
Experience: 1
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Master of Science in Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunications
Experience: 1
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Experience: 3
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Experience: 3
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Master of Science in Computer Science
Experience: 1
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Master of Science in Computer Engineering
Experience: 1
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Advanced Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunications
Experience: 3
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Business Information Technology
Experience: 1
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Business Information Technology
Experience: 3
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Information Systems
Experience: 3
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Advanced diploma ( A1) in Business Information Technology
Experience: 3
Competency and Key Technical Skills
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Integrity
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Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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Inclusiveness
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Accountability
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Client/citizen focus
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Professionalism
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Commitment to continuous learning
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Resource management skills
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Analytical skills
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Problem solving skills
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Decision making skills
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Time management skills
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Risk management skills
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Results oriented
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Digital literacy skills
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Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
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Creativity and Innovation
