Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 18 October 2026, from the Under-Secretariat, by which the provision of a job position through the free appointment system is called |
|---|---|
| Publication | 26 October 2026 |
| Entry into force | 26 October 2026 |
| Position called | Director of Information and Communications Technology Division |
| Position level | 30 |
| Specific allowance | €30,436 |
| Provision system | Free appointment |
| Required body | General Body of the State Administration, group A1 |
| Application deadline | 15 working days from 26/10/2026 |
| Application channel | Funciona Portal with electronic certificate |
| Calling body | Under-Secretariat of the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function |
| BOE reference | BOE-A-2026-22356 |
| Category | Public Sector |
The Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function opens a high-level technology management position in its internal structure: the position of Director of Information and Communications Technology Division. This is one of the positions with the highest ICT responsibility in the General State Administration, with level 30 —the usual maximum on the destination allowance scale— and a specific allowance of €30,436.
The call is governed by the free appointment system, which means that the Administration has discretion to choose the most suitable candidate among those who meet the requirements, without a strict order of precedence based on scoring. The official reference is the Resolution of 18 October 2026 (BOE-A-2026-22356).
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution calls a single job position through free appointment in the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function. Below are the technical details of the position:
| Characteristic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Director of Information and Communications Technology Division |
| Destination allowance level | 30 |
| Specific allowance | €30,436 |
| Required body/scale | General Body of the State Administration |
| Classification group | A1 |
| Provision system | Free appointment |
| Body | Under-Secretariat, Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function |
The required profile combines experience in ICT management, digital transformation, cybersecurity and technological infrastructure. Additionally, the following will be positively valued:
- Professional certifications in ICT fields
- Experience in public procurement
- Experience in budget management
The functions of the position include directing the department's ICT strategy and exercising technological institutional coordination of the Ministry.
Economic and operational impact
For the candidate who accesses the position, the remuneration impact is significant. Level 30 is the usual ceiling in the horizontal career progression of civil servants of the General Body A1, which implies the maximum destination allowance of the scale. In addition, there is a specific allowance of €30,436 annually, which compensates for the special technical difficulty and management responsibility of the position.
From an operational perspective, whoever holds this position will assume the direction of the ICT strategy of one of the ministries with the greatest weight in the digitalization agenda of the Spanish public sector. This implies direct responsibility for technological infrastructure, digital transformation projects and coordination with other public bodies in cybersecurity matters.
The free appointment system also has practical implications: the holder can be dismissed discretionally by the body that appointed him, which adds a component of political exposure and institutional trust that does not exist in positions covered by competitive selection.
Who does it affect?
- Career civil servants of the General Body of the State Administration, group A1
- Professionals with accredited experience in ICT management and digital transformation within the AGE
- A1 civil servants with profile in cybersecurity and technological infrastructure
- Civil servants with experience in public procurement and budget management in ICT environments
- Holders of recognized professional ICT certifications (positive valuation factor)
Practical example
A civil servant of the General Body of the State Administration, group A1, who currently holds a level 28 position in the State Secretariat for Digitalization, with experience in ICT contract management and cybersecurity certification, meets the profile described in the call.
This civil servant must submit his application through the Funciona Portal with his electronic certificate before the 15 working days counted from 26 October 2026 expire. If selected, he will move to a level 30 position with a specific allowance of €30,436, assuming the direction of the ICT strategy of the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function and the technological institutional coordination of the department.
Since this is free appointment, there is no public scoring scale: the Administration will discretionally assess the suitability of the profile, so accrediting ICT certifications and experience in public procurement and budget management is decisive to stand out against other candidates.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify compliance with requirements: confirm that you belong to the General Body of the State Administration, group A1, before starting any procedure.
- Calculate the deadline: count 15 working days from 26 October 2026 to determine the exact date of closure of the application deadline.
- Prepare the electronic certificate: submission is carried out exclusively through the Funciona Portal with a valid electronic certificate. Check its validity in advance.
- Gather and accredit valuable merits: document professional ICT certifications, experience in public procurement and budget management, and track record in ICT management, digital transformation and cybersecurity.
- Submit the application on time: access the Funciona Portal and complete the application before the deadline expires. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
- Consult the official resolution: review the full text in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-22356) to verify any additional requirements or specific conditions not summarized in this sheet.
Frequently asked questions
What is the specific allowance for the Director of ICT Division position called?
The specific allowance is €30,436 annually, corresponding to a level 30 position in the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Function. This amount compensates for the special technical difficulty and management responsibility of the position.
What is the deadline to apply for the Director of ICT Division position?
The deadline is 15 working days counted from the publication of the call, 26 October 2026. Applications must be submitted through the Funciona Portal with electronic certificate.
Who can apply for this free appointment call?
Career civil servants of the General Body of the State Administration, group A1 can apply, with accredited experience in ICT management, digital transformation, cybersecurity and technological infrastructure. Professional ICT certifications and experience in public procurement and budget management will also be valued.
How is the application submitted for a free appointment position in the AGE?
The application must be submitted exclusively through the Funciona Portal, using a valid electronic certificate. Applications through other channels are not accepted. It is essential to verify the validity of the certificate before starting the procedure.
What is the difference between free appointment and merit competition in the AGE?
In free appointment, the Administration has discretion to choose the most suitable candidate without following a strict scoring scale. Additionally, the holder can be freely dismissed by the body that appointed him. In merit competition, selection follows an objective order of precedence based on scoring. This ICT Division Director position is covered by free appointment.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-22356
