Job description
Collect and analyze information and initial plans developed by the municipality related to their vision/conceptualization of Smart City concepts;
Develop an Action Plan with key strategies and the model that will drive the transition of Rwanda into Smart Cities;
Develop concrete actions to attract investment, promote job creation and improve infrastructure to enhance the quality of life for citizens and encourage business growth;
Analyze the status and potential of municipal services that could be improved using Smart City technologies/concepts, identifying the critical challenges and opportunities for moving forward with the implementation of Rwanda’s Smart City agenda;
Identify viable technological and innovative solutions for the country to respond to the problems or opportunities identified;
Identify synergies and strategic alliances with the public and private sectors (local, national and foreign) that could be harnessed in support of the Smart City Agenda;
Identify a portfolio of potential investment projects and potential resources for financing;
Develop and design a capacity building plan to enhance skills and capacity development for relevant eco-system stakeholders who are critical in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Smart Cities projects;
Stay on top of current trends and serve as the internal and external subject matter expert for the Smart City offerings;
Conduct extensive market research to analyze Smart Cities market trends, understand customer challenges and target market needs;
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as assigned by management.
Minimum Qualifications
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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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Master’s Degree in Software Engineering
Experience: 1
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Master’s Degree in Computer Science
Experience: 1
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Master’s Degree in Computer 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 Management Systems,
Experience: 3
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Advanced Diploma in Information Management System
Experience: 3
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Advanced Diploma (A1) in Software Engineering
Experience: 3
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Advanced Diploma (A1) in Telecommunication Engineering
Experience: 3
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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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Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Telecommunication
Experience: 3
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Master’s Degree in Telecommunication Engineering
Experience: 1
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Advanced Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunications
Experience: 3
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Master’s Degree in Information Management System
Experience: 1
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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Performance 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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Knowledge of research and development of ICT policies and strategies
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Knowledge of project management and planning
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Understanding and skills in application of embedded systems like Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Analytics, Sensor Technologies, Mobility among others
