The Ugandan Jobline

Job Title:  IT Policies & Standards Officer 

Organisation: National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

Project Name:  Uganda Digital Acceleration Project (UDAP)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) is an autonomous statutory body established under the NITA-U Act 2009, The Authority is under the general supervision of the Ministry of Information Communications Technology and National Guidance (MOICT&NG). The National Information Technology Authority, Uganda was established with a mandate to coordinate, promote and monitor the development of IT in the context of social and economic development of Uganda.

Job Summary:  The IT Policies & Standards Officer will develop, implement, enforce, and monitor adherence to IT Standards, Policies, and Frameworks and provide support for quality IT services.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Study and review current national IT implementations and work with relevant stakeholders to identify required areas for standardization and policy development;
• To develop, implement, maintain, and enforce framework, model, process, and tools for the development of National IT Standards, Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines for all IT service delivery domains in collaboration with key stakeholders;
• Provide technical support on all issues relating to I.T standardization to both internal and external stakeholders;
• Promote I.T standardization for both internal and external stakeholders;
• Maintain comprehensive records of all relevant proceedings, decisions, and actions related to I.T standardization;
• Operate and maintain an updated IT Standards Database;
• Promote I.T standardization for special interest groups;
• Perform any other reasonable duties assigned from time to time relating to I.T. standardization.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Telecommunications/Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent qualifications;
• Professional/ Industry IT Certification such as ITIL, CCNA, CCNP, MCSE, OCA, etc;
• At least three years of experience in Standards and Policy Development and implementation in a reputable Public or Private Organization;
• Standards Development and implementation
• Documentation and report writing
• Has sufficient communication skills for effective dialogue with others.
• Demonstrates an organized approach to work.
• Uses basic systems and tools, applications, and processes.
• Contributes to identifying own development opportunities.
• Follows code of conduct, ethics, and organizational standards. Is aware of health and safety issues.
• Understands and applies basic personal security practice
• Works under supervision. Uses little discretion. Is expected to seek guidance in unexpected situations.
• Substantial influence. interact with immediate colleagues and other stakeholders;
• Performs routine activities in a structured environment. Requires assistance in resolving unexpected problems

How to Apply:

All interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their application for, Download Here, with a cover letter, supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must specify day time telephone contact and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, to the address below.

The Executive Director,

National Information Technology Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),

Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo bypass)

P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda

Tel: 0417 801 038

via email: hr@nita.go.ug

Deadline: 18^th July 2023 by 5:00pm

For more of the latest jobs, please visit https://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline

Related Jobs