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Robert Koryon Bolay, Jr.

Strategic ICT Director & Leader

A results-driven professional with over 7 years in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Proven expertise in deploying innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency, cybersecurity, and ICT infrastructure. Committed to fostering excellence in cross-cultural team collaboration and technology-driven service delivery.

Professional Experience

Director of Information & Communication Technology

November 2024 – Present

Civil Service Agency, Republic of Liberia

  • Spearhead strategic alignment of ICT infrastructure with national governance objectives.
  • Lead high-level policy formulation and cross-agency technology integration initiatives.

Deputy Director of ICT

Civil Service Agency, Republic of Liberia | July 2023 – November 2024

Managed interdepartmental ICT projects, ensuring compliance with national cybersecurity frameworks. Coordinated training programs for ICT staff.

Assistant Director of ICT

Civil Service Agency, Republic of Liberia | August 2020 – July 2023

Supported the implementation of ICT modernization initiatives, including cloud migration and network upgrades.

Earlier Career Highlights

IT Specialist

ECOWAS Radio | Nov 2018 - Aug 2020

Optimized technology infrastructure and ensured seamless network operations.

Radio Producer (Technology World)

United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL Radio) | Jun 2015 - Jun 2018

Produced and hosted Technology World, boosting public engagement.

Core Expertise & Education

Technical & Strategic Competencies

ICT Infrastructure Cybersecurity Strategic Planning Systems Administration Project Management Networking Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education & Professional Development

Bachelor of Information Technology

Starz College of Technology (System Administration), 2012-2017

Diploma, Personnel Management in Public Sector

Athena Global Education, UK, Nov 2023 - Feb 2024

Key Certifications

Technical Support Fundamentals (Google/Coursera, 2020)

Outstanding Achievement in Mobile Software Development (iLab Liberia, 2014)

Community & Leadership

Key Initiatives:

  • Lead Organizer: Ladies in Tech Forum β€” β€œBreaking Barriers for Women in Technology”.

Developer Community Co-Host:

  • WordPress Developers Community (Liberia)
  • Google Developers Group (Monrovia)
  • Python Community (Liberia)

Connect

πŸ“ Du-Port Road, Paynesville City, Liberia