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Higher Education Officer – ICT Jobs – National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Job Title: Higher Education Officer – ICT
Organisation: National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) is a statutory body established under the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, Cap 262 to regulate the provision of higher education, advise the Government on policy matters relating to higher education on Uganda and to equate qualifications of higher education from within and outside the country.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Researching, identifying and documenting end-user requirements and specifications through engagement with management, user departments, external clients and service providers;
- Developing, designing and implementing software solutions with versatile access through mobile devices and websites to meet customer needs;
- Updating end-user software and conducting quality control functions;
- Trouble shooting and Maintenance of existing software, test source code and debugging code;
- Training internal users and supporting training of external clients in higher education institutions;
- Evaluating existing systems, applications and performing updates and modifications;
- Assisting in the development of manuals and technical documentation to guide future development projects for new applications;
- Reviewing customer service data to discover and gauge the level of customer satisfaction with NCHE ICT systems and products.
- Submitting periodical reports on the status and updates of ICT applications at the NCHE;
- Providing general support for end users, networks, hardware and software trouble shooting;
- Carrying out any other duties that may be assigned from time to-time by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Holds a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, or related field (Computer software Engineering, software Programming and Development, Engineering, mathematics, electronics, physics Communications Engineering) recognised by National Council for Higher Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (Computer Software Engineering, Software Programming and Development, Engineering, Mathematics, Electronics, Physics)
- Certifications in Microsoft certified solutions developer and Java certification is an added advantage
Experience
- A minimum of 3 years software application development experience with a reputable organization.
- Practically proven skills in software application development using current programming languages, including popular coding languages including Python, Java, and C++, and frameworks or systems such as Angular JS and Git, C#, Blazer and related third party components such as Sync fusion, DevExpress or Terelik
- Excellent working experience with modern relational database systems such as Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and developing Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interfaces (REST APIs) with Role -based and Policy -Based Authorization
- Good working experience in developing rich, responsive and interactive user interfaces that scales well with modern browsers and mobile devices with both online and offline modes
- Practically proven skills in in software development with new and emerging technologies like AI
- Experience with Agile and Scrum development methodologies
- Demonstrated experience in website development and maintenance
Attributes
- Strong Problem-solving skills.
- Knowledgeable on current technology trends and education sector business
- Attention to detail
How to Apply:
Applications should be filled ON-LINE at the link below. The link to the e-recruitment system can be accessed and viewed at the link below.
Deadline: 28th February 2025
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