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Deputy Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Manager – Ministry of Defence
The Ministry of Defence is in the process of strengthening further its Information and Communication Technology systems as part of the ongoing Transformation Programme and to keep ahead of Technological changes. To achieve this objective, the Ministry now seeks to recruit additional high flying and dynamic members of staff on contractual basis, initially for two years but with possibility of renewal based on excellent performance.
Post: Deputy Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Manager (1 post)
The successful candidate will report to the ICT Manager.
Salary: very competitive, depending on qualification and experience.
Age: 25 – 35 years.
Purpose of the JOB: To deputise the ICT manage and provide the technical guidance/expertise in matters of Data/Information Management Services in the organisation.
Summary of key Result Areas and Accountabilities;
1. Deputizes the ICT Manager in the Department;
2. Provide daily leadership and supervision to the ICT section for timely resolution or escalation of technical issues;
3. Hold regular technical meetings with the ICT team to review and assess status of work tasks and where required propose ways to enhance performance;
4. Ensure completion of tasks within the ICT team and prepare periodic status briefs for the ICT Manager;
5. Ensure proper management and maintenance of the ICT infrastructure( computers, printers, LAN, WAN, and any other existing ICT equipment);
6. Ensure that the ICT inventory is well documented and maintained;
7. Draft technical documentation for acquisition of ICT equipment and services within the organization (software, hardware and ICT services) including modifications to the existing;
8. Oversee all help desk activities and ensure timely response or escalation of raised issues;
9. Ensure that the system and network security administration functions are carried out as scheduled and without fail;
10. Regularly review reports from the system audit action points and escalation of issues of concern to the ICT Manager;
11. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Person Specification:
Qualification:
1. An honors bachelor Degree in Information Technology or Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or Statistics/Mathematics (computer science option) or Business Computing from a recognized University/Institution;
2. Post graduate Diploma in any ICT Discipline in a relevant field is an added advantage
3. Ability to speak Kiswahili is an added advantage.
Experience
1. Must have a minimum of (04) years working experience, in a reputable organization.
2. Must have knowledge of intermediate accounting and basic statistics.
3. Computer proficiency with the knowledge of Orbit Banking Software will be an added advantage.
Key Competences
a .Technical Competences
1. Information Communication Technology;
2. Management of organizational environment;
3. Planning, Organizing and coordinating;
4. Excellent analytical skills, with ability to trouble shoot and solve problems;
5. Excellent knowledge of banking operations.
b) Behavioral competences
1. Innovativeness;
2. Teamwork leadership and Networking;
3. Concern for quality standards;
4. Accountability;
5. Knowledge management;
6. Communicating effectively;
7. Flexibility;
8. A high level of integrity.
How to Apply
Applications are now invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the vacant posts specified herein. Applications should be handwritten and provided in triplicate with three (3) recent size passport size photographs. They should be accompanied with a detailed C.V and certified copies of relevant academic and other relevant documents.
The applications should be submitted to: – The Permanent Secretary – Ministry of Defence, P.O.BOX 3798, Kampala, and should reach her office not later than two weeks from the date of Publication of this Advert.
The applications should be submitted to: – The Permanent Secretary – Ministry of Defence, P.O.BOX 3798, Kampala, and should reach her office not later than two weeks from the date of Publication of this Advert.
NB: Ministry of Defence is a smoke free and an equal opportunity employer. Women candidates suitably qualified are particularly encouraged to apply. Canvassing for support by applicants will lead to automatic disqualification.