Director, Communications Technology Job NCS

Job Title: Director, Communications Technology

Date Posted: 23/06/2026

Job Type: Full Time

Employer: National Communications Secretariat

Industry: IT

Salary: Open

Location: Nairobi

Country: Kenya

Deadline: 13/07/2026

Summary:

The Director, Communication Technology, Job Grade NCS 2 is responsible to the Communications Secretary in coordinating the functions in the Communication Technology Directorate.

Responsibilities

Communication Technology Function

• Advise on the formulation and review of ICT policies including new and emerging communication technologies.
• Provide advice on matters relating to communications technology, internet technologies, infrastructure projects, programmes and strategies.
• Liaise with national, regional and international information and communication bodies on ICT policy research.
• Spearhead research to enhance competition and efficiency in communications technologies standards.
• Provide advisories on country position papers for regional and international ICT standards development bodies.
• Provide guidance on the development of policies that foster national safety and security, economic prosperity and delivery of critical social services through communication technologies.
• Provide guidance on the development of policies that promote the benefits of technological development to all users of communication technologies.
• Develop and maintain a database of policies and document best practices related to communication technologies.
• Collect and synthesize technical information on communication technology for public dissemination.
• Develop and maintain a periodic publication on communication technologies for public consumption.

**Qualifications**

• At least fifteen (15) years’ cumulative work experience, three (3) of which should have been at least at Deputy Director and above or in an equivalent or comparable position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science or an equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Membership to a relevant professional body in good standing.
• Certificate in a Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated a high degree of integrity, professional competence and administrative capability required for the effective management and coordination of the communication technology function.

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How to Apply

• Apply via email by stating the position applied for in the subject line and attaching all the required documents.
• Hard copy applications may also be submitted to the Communications Secretary/CEO at the address provided.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Successful candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Required Documents

• Curriculum vitae
• Application letter
• Academic and professional certificates
• National identification card
• Other relevant testimonials

Application Email: jobs2026@ncs.go.ke

Closing Date: 13 July 2026