Dr. Winifred Nafisa Mahama has been appointed as the Acting Director of the Information Services Department (ISD).
This follows the reassignment of Mr David Owusu-Amoah, the former Acting Chief Information Officer from ISD to the Ministry of Information as Technical Coordinator of the ISD Transformation Agenda.
Mr Owusu-Amoah disclosed this during the Department’s durbar in Accra on Wednesday.
He stated, “I have been reassigned to the Ministry of Information as the Technical Coordinator for ISD’s Transformation Project. As we all know, the Department is undergoing a significant transformation into a modern communication organisation, disseminating government information through various channels.”
On her part, Dr Winifred Nafisa Mahama, whose appointment as ISD’s Acting Director takes effect on February 1, 2024, expressed gratitude and humility for taking on such a significant responsibility.
She acknowledged the efforts of the outgoing Acting Chief Information Officer, Mr Owusu-Amoah, and praised his dedication to the Department.
Dr Mahama emphasised the importance of tough decisions during transitional periods, likening them to laying the groundwork for a sturdy structure, even if unseen by many.
She encouraged each staff member to contribute their expertise towards ISD’s growth and pledged to foster an environment conducive to unleashing their full potential
Until her appointment, the venerable Communications Specialist was the Head of the Access to Information Division of the Information Services Department (ISD).
Dr. Mahama takes over the headship of the transformed ISD, having served in many capacities as a respected development communications professional and a renowned accredited Public Relations practitioner with years of leadership experience in the Civil Service.
