Job Title: IT and Innovation Specialist
Organisation: Dexis
Consulting Group
Consulting Group
Funding Source: United
States Agency for International Development (USAID)
States Agency for International Development (USAID)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Citizenship: US Citizen
About US:
Dexis Consulting Group strengthens management systems for the U.S.
Government and across developing economies. Since our founding in 2001, Dexis
has provided monitoring and evaluation, program management, institutional
support, project implementation, and training solutions to address some of the
world’s greatest challenges.
Government and across developing economies. Since our founding in 2001, Dexis
has provided monitoring and evaluation, program management, institutional
support, project implementation, and training solutions to address some of the
world’s greatest challenges.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Provide IT support and helpdesk services
in a Google (GApps / G Suite) productivity environment. - The incumbent will also design and
implement innovative improvements to business processes, systems,
technology, and work flows, as well as explore ways to use mobile
solutions to achieve objectives - Create and apply structured change management
approach and methodology for the adoption of the MyUSAID platform through
training, individual assistance, support to teams and offices, and
leadership to the IT section. - Manage the transfer of files and documents
to MyUSAID and transition clearances, communications, and utilization of
this platform. - The jobholder will improve methods of
capturing, processing, and reporting data and fostering collaboration. - Improve USAID/Tanzania’s ability to
function in a more mobile and remote manner through telework, use of
offsite locations, and utilization of wireless capability within the USAID
building. - Increase the use of emerging technology
tools, applications, and equipment by filling gaps in knowledge and
competencies. - Support telework through data collection
and IT trouble shooting and promote the increased use of wireless and
remote access devices. - Work closely with various groups within
USAID/Tanzania to identify areas for improvement and design, implement
business systems and procedures to streamline workflows and maximize
efficiency and guide the USAID/Tanzania’s iChampions group to experiment
with innovative solutions and increase staff proficiency and confidence in
technology-based initiatives. - Provide coaching and technical expertise
to the EXO/IT team to foster excellent customer service and responsiveness
to various IT needs of the Mission.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the USAID Project
IT and Innovation Specialist career placement must hold a Bachelor’s
degree in Information Technology or relevant subject area. - At least five years of applicable
experience in providing technological support to US government or
International Development Organization; experience working with USAID
preferred. - Previous exposure and experience providing
IT analysis and advice on programs in relevance to government agencies or
international organizations preferred. - Previous experience working with MyUSAID,
TIBBR strongly preferred - US Citizen.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Americans who wish to work in
Uganda should apply at the online link below.
Uganda should apply at the online link below.
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