Management Information Systems Manager Employment Opportunity – Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA)

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Job Title:    Management Information Systems Manager 

Organisation: Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to:  Director Corporate Services

 

About US:

Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) was established as a public Authority and its mandate is to regulate, promote and oversee the quality of coffee along the entire value chain, support research and development, promote production, and improve the marketing of coffee in order to optimize foreign exchange earnings for the country and payments to the farmers.

 

Job Summary: The Management Information Systems Manager will provide technical guidance in the planning and management of all information systems, technology, system security and database integrity for a fully integrated information services function.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Develop and monitor the implementation of a comprehensive digital transformation policy and system that supports the implementation of UCDA’s Strategic Plan objectives and service delivery.
  • Plan, and oversee the development, installation, and support of shared information systems and network support services across UCDA.
  • Plan and budget for all UCDA’s ICT Infrastructure requirements, procurement of ICT related equipment, and supervise their installation and maintenance.
  • Review the existing MIS, and formulate new and revised systems, and determine appropriate changes to effect improvements, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
  • Provide technical expertise in the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of a database management system, in order to optimize performance and interactivity.
  • Develop, document, implement, test and review the Disaster Recovery Plan to ensure business continuity.
  • Manage the design, development and maintenance of UCDA’s website, monitor and control all social media platforms, and also support stakeholders by running a help desk.
  • Provide team leadership by building and maintaining a high performance and motivated IT team.
  • Build IT capacity within UCDA through training and awareness programs.
  • Liaise with other IT regulatory bodies like NITA-Uganda, Ministry of ICT, and other IT professional organizations on any ICT related matters to ensure compliance.
  • Carry out any other duties as assigned from time to time.

 



Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Master’s Degree in either Computer Science, or Information Technology, or Computer Engineering, or any other related University Degree from a recognized University or Institution.
  • An Honors degree in Computer Science, or Information Technology, or Computer Engineering, or any other related University Degree from a recognized University or Institution.
  • Membership of or accreditation to an internationally recognized professional body in ICT will be added advantage.
  • At least five years of working experience in designing and implementing digital systems or MIS / ICT systems, three (3) years of which should have been at a management level in a reputable organization.
  • Knowledge of Government digital transformation programmes, IT guidelines and standards.
  • Skills in database planning and management, System installation and management, Network design, management and security;
  • Knowledge of current technological developments/trends.
  • Key personal competences in teamwork and communication skills;
  • Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.

 

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply at the link below.

 

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In case you have any further questions about the role, contact us on ucda_hr@ugandacoffee.go.ug

 

Deadline: 19th September 2022.

 

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