Ministry
of Information Technology & Telecommunication (MOITT)
MEMBET (IT) MP-1
SCALE
QUALIFICATION:
Ph.D in ICT related
disciplines (Computer Science/Information Technology/Software
Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Information System) from HEC
recognized local or international university.
OR
Master’s Degree in ICT
related disciplines (Computer Science/Information Technology/Software
Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Information System) from HEC
recognized local or international university.
SKILLS:
knowledge
of digital technologies, strategic project management international IT and
digital standards, ability to manage and engage stakeholders and work
collaboratively.
EXPERIENCE:
Candidates with Ph.D are
required to have seven (07) years professional experience in the relevant field
including three (03) years of senior management level positions.
Candidates with Master’s
Degree are required to have nine (09) years professional experience including
three (03) years of senior management level position.
The
potential candidate is expected to:
·
Lead the overall preparation and revision of
Policies/legislation and other strategies required for enhancing digital
economy of the country;
·
Assist the Ministry in developing a vision for digital
transformation, adoption of emerging technologies in governance, and
cost-effective & efficient delivery of e-Governance programs and
accelerated digital transformation of the Federal Ministries/Division;
·
Assist the Ministry in developing a vision for a national Research
& Innovation Ecosystem by supporting entrepreneurship & collaborative
innovation in the field of ICT that delivers benefit to both the IT and other
sectors;
·
Lead the agenda at the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunication in building the
national landscape for ensuring the security of the Cyber space.
·
Assist Ministry in undertaking legislation for ensuring privacy
of the citizen and personal data protection.
·
Assist the Ministry
of Information Technology & Telecommunication in developing a holistic vision
for Infrastructure (excluding telecom) and key programs including Technology
Parks and Incubators/Accelerators to support broad cross-sector economic
development;
·
Lead the agenda of cloud adoption in governance across the
country.
·
Coordinate with the executing agencies of the Ministry in
developing and evaluating proposals and plans, including those pertaining to
·
cooperate partnership with other countries and donor agencies:
·
Contribute to the development of export growth strategies by
evaluating proposals and initiatives for skill building, infrastructure development,
branding etc.
·
j) Evaluation of digital
initiatives funded by the Ministry to ensure time completion for optimal
socio-economic benefit;
·
k) Articulate and develop
support for the Ministry
of Information Technology & Telecommunication programs at the senior
leadership level throughout the Government;
·
l) Proactively identify
areas where digital interventions can be helpful and to strategize measures for
their digitalization through Business Process Re-engineering (BPR);
·
m) Assist in the preparation of the annual development budget of
the IT Ministry:
.
AGE LIMIT:
Maximum 62 years (to be
calculated as on the closing date of submission of applications)
DURATION:
Appointment of the Member IT
shall initially be made on contract for three (03) years which will be
extendable for a further two years (year to year basis) on the recommendation
of Performance Evaluation Committee in accordance with prescribed performance
evaluation of MP Scale Positions.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The
potential candidate is expected to:
·
Strategic Policy and Legislative Leadership: Lead policy
formulation, refinement and enhance supporting legislation in collaboration
with the Ministry of IT to drive the digital economy, focusing on ecosystems
that enhance privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity, Serve on pivotal
boards to influence national policy directions.
·
Policy Implementation and Governance: Oversee the effective
implementation of digital strategies, ensure alignment with national goals,
spearhead the development of digital ecosystems through institutional
frameworks, and enforce compliance with governmental standards.
·
Digital Transformation and Innovation: Champion the adoption of
emerging technologies to transform governance and support a national innovation
ecosystem that fosters entrepreneurship and advances ICT innovation. Promote
cost-effective and efficient delivery of e-Governance programs across federal
ministries and divisions.
·
Human Capital and Export Growth: Enhance software export
capabilities and human capital through strategic initiatives and institutional
development. Lead policies that establish Pakistan as a tech destination of the
world..
·
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaborations: Build and maintain
relationships with government leader, donar agencies, corporations and global
partners to ensure alignment with the national digital agenda, enhance digital
transformation efforts, solicit technical support, knowledge exchange and
integrate global best practices into local initiatives.
·
Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity: Advocate for
diversity and inclusion within the digital sector, promote policies that ensure
equitable access for all, and uphold the government’s commitment to
non-discrimination.
·
Budgeting and Coordination Manage the Ministry of Information Technology
& Telecommunication budget preparation and coordinate cross-ministerial and
governmental efforts to provide strategic and technical support for digital
initiatives.
·
DELIVERABLE TASKS
·
The Member IT will carry out, but will not be limited to, the
following tasks for the Ministry of IT and Telecom and its allied Organizations
(Department/Corporation/Company):
·
Deliverable
·
Preparing and driving national policies and strategies for
promotion of digital economy, while ensuring data protection and cybersecurity Ministry of Information Technology
& Telecommunication.
·
Accelerating e-Governance adoption across Federal Govt. and
cloud adoption by public sector entities across the country
·
Creating enabling ecosystems and institutions for digital
transformation and ICT innovation.
·
Overseeing the development and impact evaluation of
Ministry-funded digital initiatives.
·
Enhancing Pakistan’s IT exports through skill-building and
branding initiatives.
·
Promoting digital inclusion to ensure equitable access to
technology for all citizens.
PAY PACKAGE:
The Member IT shall receive
pay package of MP-I Scale in accordance with the Management Scale Policy
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
The Candidates for
appointment as Member IT shall have seek retirement from his existing
Department and post or his appointment shall be subject to acceptance of
resignation from designated authority and shall not, during his term of office,
engage himself in any other service, business, vocation or employment which may
have any direct or indirect effect on his performance as Ministry of Information Technology
& Telecommunication.
MANNER OF APPOINTMENT:
a) The appointment shall be made
as per prescribed procedure of appointment in MP-I Scale position.
b) The vacancy of the Ministry of Information Technology
& Telecommunication shall be uploaded by the Ministry of IT and Telecom on its
website and also advertised at least in two national leading newspapers of
nation-wide circulation.
c) A shortlisting Committee shall
shortlist the candidates for interview.
d) The Selection Committee/Board
for appointment in the MP Scale shall recommend three most suitable candidates
out of the shortlisted candidates for approval of the Prime Ministry of Information Technology
& Telecommunication for appointment.
TERMINATION
OF CONTRACT:
The
contract of Member IT shall be terminated according to the MP Scale Policy,
2020 with one month's notice on either side or payment of one month's basic pay
in lieu thereof.
MONITORING
AND EVALUATION:
The performance of Member IT
shall be monitored by the Additional Secretary/Special Secretary and Secretary
IT&T. The Member IT shall report to the Secretary, IT and Telecom through
the Additional Secretary/Special Secretary, IT&T.
LAST DATE TO
APPLY:
TILL 5th
JAN 2025
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