Job Title: Manager Strategy and Planning
Organisation: National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
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 Officer will be responsible for coordination of the development and operational implementation of the Office’s Strategic Plan.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the development and implementation of the Office’s Strategic plan and work plans
- Monitor and evaluate programmatic and operational effectiveness
- Prepare and present performance reports to the National Director and Board
- Liaise with Government agencies to ensure alignment with national development goals
- Administer and coordinate the activities of a range of specified operating and support programs, as appropriate to the objectives of the Office
- Develop and manage annual capital and/or operating budgets; monitor, and coordinate Office budgets as appropriate.
- Develop funding proposals for the Office
- Collect, analyse and compile data on performance of the Office as per its annual plans and targets
- Represent the Office to Governmental agencies, funding agencies, national organizations, and/or the general public; as assigned.
- Lead Monitoring and Evaluation of the Office’s activities
- Lead the annual review and target setting of performance indicators and methods to capture key activities
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, or Social Sciences, or Social Work and Social Administration, or Statistics, or Economics, or Development Planning, or related area
- Master’s Degree in any of the above fields from a recognized University/Institution is an added advantage
- Relevant professional certifications shall be an added advantage
Experience
- A minimum of five (05) working experience in a role related to policy, planning and evaluation in a busy organisation of which 2 years shall be at supervisory level.
Technical Expertise
- Excellent knowledge of evaluation techniques and mechanisms
- Must have a solid understanding of policy and planning in public sector
- Knowledgeable about the Monitoring and Evaluation requirements in public sector
- Excellent computer skills
Nature and Scope
- Able to prioritize and co-ordinate work streams/projects to drive delivery of tasks
- A resilient team player with a ‘can do’ attitude, who is willing to take responsibility leading and working with others to create breakthrough solutions to complex problems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
- Strong analytical skills
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: [email protected]
Deadline: 15th October 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60