Bafundo announced his decision on LinkedIn. He joined TMF in January 2024, initially as deputy executive director, following a two-year stint at the Department of Labor.
“I’ve decided to step away from my role at GSA,” Bafundo said. “The Technology Modernization Fund was created to break the cycle of legacy IT and change how agencies build, buy, and evolve technology. But modernizing government is about more than just technology — it requires changing complex systems.”
His departure follows a series of announcements from the agency regarding reductions in force, probationary layoffs and changes in government contracting.
“Many of the toughest challenges don’t fit into a two- or four-year political cycle. It has been disheartening to see public servants disparaged in the media recently. Are there opportunities to improve? Yes. But for the most part, public servants are smart, tenacious, and dedicated people who work every day to make the country better,” Bafundo wrote. “They’re also your neighbors, family members and friends. The challenges ahead are significant, but so is the opportunity, not just to improve the government we have, but to realize the government we deserve.”
GSA Acting Administrator Stephen Ehikian confirmed to Nextgov/FCW that Jessie Posilkin, who has previously served as TMF acting executive director, will take up the position again following Bafund ..
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