2 IT Assistant USAID Project Jobs – Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM)

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Job Title:    IT Assistant (2 Job Vacancies)

Organisation: Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM)

Project Funding Source: United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: IT Officer ROM

 

About US:

Reach Out Mbuya Community Health Initiative (ROM) is a Faith and Community-based organization providing holistic care to extremely vulnerable people living with HIV/AIDS. ROM holistically focuses on the body, mind, family and community wellbeing.

 

About USAID Project:

In partnership with World Education Initiative/Bantwana, we are implementing the USAID Integrated Child and Youth Development Activity (ICYD) in Kampala District. The Activity aims to ensure Uganda’s children and youth, especially girls and the most vulnerable, are well prepared to lead resilient, healthy, and productive lives.

 

Job Summary: The IT Assistant will plan, repair, maintain and support information technology infrastructure as well as the implementation of ROM Information Technology Policy among the ICYD activity team.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Maintain System Security, manage and monitor user access control & rights, in line with the ROM IT policy and operation guidelines
  • Monitor Network performance, detect, diagnose, and repair problems in line with the ROM IT policy, operation guidelines and best practices.
  • Regularly backup all data, systems, and databases.
  • Maintain appropriate logs and inventories of all IT equipment, consumables, servicing and repairs.
  • Install, monitor and maintain software and hardware of the ROM.
  • Test new equipment, applications and provide feedback.
  • Maintain workstation server and IT equipment through system diagnosis, preventive maintenance, and upgrade of systems in line with ROM IT policy and operation guidelines.
  • Support and observe the safeguarding culture of ROM, regularly documenting and reporting identified and potential safeguarding issues; Ensuring health, safety, and security in your area of operation, as you promote the vision, mission and the values of Reach Out Mbuya.
  • Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.




Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering.
  • A minimum of two years of experience supporting IT function in a busy organization preferably under PEPFAR/USAID programs.
  • Knowledge and experience in the use of various operating systems, information security and web management are key.
  • Demonstrate good communication skills and be self-driven.

 

How to Apply:

Send a cover letter and CV/resume with 3 professional referees as one document to Email: jobs@reachoutmbuya.org. Please include title of Job in the email subject line. Please note that if you DO NOT indicate the title as instructed, your application will not be considered. Both Cover letter and CV must not exceed 4 pages and should be saved as one PDF document. No need of attaching other documents at this level.

 

Please note:

  • ROM is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee at any stage of the recruitment process
  • Any form of lobbying or canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
  • Applications beyond the deadline will not be considered.

 

Deadline: 2nd November 2021 by 5:00pm

 

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