ICT

Information & Communication Technology - Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria

Information & Communication Technology Department

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Department, one of the service departments in the Ministry, was created to ensure effective development and deployment of ICT in the Ministry and the health sector at large. The department is responsible for all ICT-related matters and provides support services.

Mandate

  • Manage and operate IT functions for the Federal Ministry of Health and provide linkages with the Ministry's agencies and parastatals.
  • Support the health sector electronically through digitizing and automating various health systems and providing solid infrastructure.
  • Provide technical support for solutions that facilitate efficiencies and common processes for staff.
  • Promote partnerships and collaboration with relevant stakeholders to implement best practices in ICT deployments.
  • Work with relevant departments of the Ministry to strengthen the capacity of staff on ICT.
  • Oversee the maintenance of computers and peripherals.
  • Oversee computer systems installations and administration of the network.
  • Oversee all in-house ICT trainings and advise on ICT training needs.
  • Liaise with the Federal Ministry of Communication Technology, Federal Ministry of Science & Technology, Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, and National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in the formulation of ICT policies.
  • Liaise with M/S Galaxy Backbone Ltd, M/S Microsoft, and other agencies for necessary consultations on computerization.

Structure

The department consists of three divisions:

  • Service Delivery & Support Division: Effective delivery of ICT services to the Ministry, support for ICT sourcing and service management, management of the Ministry's website, technical guidance for software platforms, ICT networking infrastructure, and installation/maintenance of ICT equipment.
  • Data Centre Management Division: Manage data center operations, develop data center and Green IT strategy, support database development and maintenance, administer servers, and review vendor proposals on ICT solutions.
  • eHealth Strategy & Solution Division: Support the implementation of eHealth policies, initiatives, and related services; ensure compliance with legal frameworks for eHealth adoption; and collaborate with national and international bodies on eHealth strategies.