United Kingdom Telecommunication Engineer
March 2008 - April 2008
USA - Boston (Horizon Training Center)
Training in Advanced Database Management
January 2008 - March 2008
IIT Delhi
Software Training
November 2012
South Korea (e-Government)
Training on e-Government, Cyber security, ICT policy Development, Disaster
Management in south Korea
2018 - Present
Internet Governance Forum (IGF), Internet Society (ISOC) and
Internet Engineering Task force (IETF)
A fellow of Internet Governance Forum (IGF), Internet Society (ISOC) and
Internet Engineering Task force (IETF).
2018
BSI Training Academy
Quality management Systems (QMS)Requirements, Leadership Implementation (ISO
9001:2015)
Training on Internet Governance for Policy and Regulations
April 2017 - Present
East African Community, HQ, Arusha (East African Community
Secretariat)
Principal Information Technology Officer
The main duties entail coordinating the planning and execution of an
efficient Information Systems Strategy, managing Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
activities to enhance organizational efficiency, overseeing policy formulation for sustainable
ICT development, and implementing ICT strategic frameworks within the East African Community
(EAC). This role involves providing strategic guidance to EAC management and staff on ICT
matters, leading and managing ICT projects, conducting research on Health Informatics, and
attracting development partners for projects. Additionally, responsibilities include
coordinating ICT initiatives across EAC organs and institutions, serving as a team leader for
the department, driving digital transformation within the EAC, and mobilizing resources to
support digital projects. This position is crucial for leading complex change initiatives and
developing a clear vision and digital roadmap for organizational transformation.
June 2023 - Present
East African Community Secretariat
Project Coordinator for Eastern Africa Regional Integration
As Project Coordinator for Eastern Africa Regional Integration, the role
involves leading and coordinating the implementation, management, and successful delivery of the
Eastern African Digital Integration Project across four components: Connectivity, Market
Development and Integration, which focuses on harmonizing cross-border telecom infrastructure,
expanding broadband, removing regulatory barriers, and improving access and quality of services;
Data Market Development and Integration, aimed at creating a regional data market by harmonizing
cybersecurity frameworks to enable secure, affordable, and trusted cross-border data sharing;
Online Market Development and Integration, which supports building a regional online market by
facilitating cross-border trade, e-signatures, digital payments, and setting clear rules for
online services and intermediaries; and Project Management, which provides technical assistance,
capacity building, and operational support for the Project Implementation Units within EAC and
IGAD.
June 2013 - March 2017
East African Community Secretariat
eHealth and Informatics Officer
As an eHealth and Informatics Officer, the role entails providing
technical expertise and recommendations to East African partners on the design, development,
maintenance, and sustainability of health information systems to enhance service effectiveness
and efficiency; analyzing regional health data to support decision-making within Ministries of
Health across East African Community countries; developing data-driven solutions to improve
patient outcomes; and leading efforts to harmonize health systems across all Ministries of
Health in the region.
April 2007 - June 2013
Ministry of Health, Rwanda
Director of Information Communication Technology (ICT)
As Director of Information Communication Technology (ICT), the role
involves developing and implementing the Ministry’s ICT policies and strategic plan; leading and
directing the ICT Directorate in delivering strategic and innovative projects across the entire
health sector; designing and executing change management and stakeholder engagement initiatives
to drive ICT-enabled organizational transformation; developing and managing the ICT portfolio,
work plans, and budgets while monitoring related programs; and serving as team leader for 45
staff members across the health sector.
August 2006 - March 2007
Ministry of Health, Rwanda (Community Based Health Insurance)
ICT Manager
As ICT Manager, the role entails planning, organizing, directing,
controlling, and coordinating the acquisition, development, maintenance, and use of computer
systems within the organization; conducting technical reviews and overseeing new IT support
staff; managing the national database for Rwanda’s Community Health Insurance (Mutuelle de
Santé); providing guidance and strategic insight on emerging technologies to senior management;
and contributing to product design and the establishment of system requirements.
November 2005 - July 2006
ISPA-Rwanda
Network Administrator
As Network Administrator, the role involves monitoring networks to ensure
security and availability for authorized users; identifying and resolving issues affecting
computer networks and systems; consulting with clients to define system requirements and design
appropriate solutions; and installing and configuring computer networks and related systems.
August 2004 - August 2005
Rwanda Industries
Software and Hardware Technician
As Software and Hardware Technician, the role includes maintaining and
repairing computer equipment, monitoring the company’s computer systems to ensure smooth
operation, and performing troubleshooting activities to resolve technical issues.
November 2003 - July 2004
Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, Rwanda
Networking, Software, and Hardware Maintenance Technician
As Networking, Software, and Hardware Maintenance Technician, the role
involves maintaining and repairing computer equipment, performing regular software and hardware
upgrades, monitoring the Ministry’s computer systems to ensure functionality, and carrying out
troubleshooting activities to resolve technical issues.
