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• Oversee all technology operations (e.g. sales and distribution
  platforms, network security, etc) and evaluate them according to
  established goals.
• Devise and establish IT policies and systems to support the
  implementation of strategies set by management.
• Work with senior management to identify, evaluate, procure and
  implement IT solutions and platforms as required for a commercial airline.
• Analyze the business requirements of all departments to determine
  their technology needs.
• Ensure purchase of efficient and cost effective technological
  equipment and software.
• Inspect the use of technological equipment and software to ensure
  functionality and efficiency.
• Identify the need for upgrades, configurations or new systems and
  report to management for necessary action.
• Develop an ICT strategy which identifies the future direction and
  use of technology within the organisation to meet operating requirements
  and drive efficiencies.
• Create a vision for ICT within the airline, communicate it to
  employees and lead and motivate the team to achieve the vision.
• Provide advice to Executive Management and the Board on the
  application and use of ICT to provide excellent services working closely
  with the senior management team to overcome business challenges with the
  use of technology.
• Identify solutions and opportunities to improve organizational
  performance, prepare and present proposals, design and deliver solutions
  to meet customer’s objectives.
• Be the ICT champion, promote and implement innovative solutions to
  operational challenges and apply a structured methodology to implement
  project plans to achieve the desired outcomes.
• Plan, control and manage project resources and budget and ensure
  structures for data/disaster recovery.
• Procure, negotiate, manage and monitor contracts for ICT services
  provided by third parties, ensuring effective service delivery.
• Manage relationships with contractors, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and review of
  Gateway’s corporate strategies, annual project plans, policies and
  procedures.
• Ensure effective management of the ICT departmental staff and
  resources promoting team building and collaborative working to deliver the
  corporate plan
• Provide timely, clear, succinct and coherent reports to Board and
  management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation including the Computer
  Misuse Act, the Data Protection and Health & Safety Acts (as
  applicable to IT usage).

• The ideal candidate for the Uganda Airlines Manager Information
  Technology job placement must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
  or closely related area.
• IT Practitioner with demonstrated airline IT systems experience or
  expertise in related areas.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of current and developing ICT
  technologies and business application.
• Knowledge of Airline IT system is desired.
• E-commerce awareness.
• Ability to recognize business opportunities and present a clear
  strategic vision of how technology can be applied to achieve success.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to explain complex IT information clearly to ‘lay’ managers
  and other stakeholders.
• Highly proactive and motivated.
• Proven track record at senior level of leading staff within an IT
  environment, preferably in airline and hospitality industry.
• Successful track record of implementation with delivery on time and
  to budget.
• Experience in contract management, negotiation and monitoring.
• Effective in working within teams and individually with ability to
  grasp and manage new complex IT systems.
• Commitment to front line service delivery and responsiveness to
  commercial needs.

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