USAID Project IT Jobs – Information Technology Officer at John Snow, Inc (JSI)

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Duty Station: Mbarara,
Uganda.
Reports to:  Finance and Administration Manager
Organisation: John Snow, Inc
(JSI)
About USAID Project:
JSI
has received funding from the United States Agency for International
Development (USAID) to implement the Strengthening Partnerships, Results and
Innovations in Nutrition Globally (SPRING) Project to work in the Southwest of
Uganda with a focus on strengthening the treatment and preventive nutrition
services in health facilities, and overseeing the implementation of specific
tasks that strengthen food fortification efforts nationally.
Job Summary: The Information Technology Officer will be responsible for
overseeing all IT support for SPRING Uganda Operations, both within the
headquarters and the sub-offices as they are established. Assist in assessing
new technologies, technical guidance and troubleshooting. She/He will manage IT
resources and consultants and assist in the computerization of organization’s
information systems.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • ·        
    Development, implementation and maintenance of systems
    solutions and applications including development methods and standards.
  • ·        
    The day-to-day operation of central computer systems and
    servers and the computer facility
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    Design, implementation, maintenance and day-to-day
    operation and control of LAN/WAN/communications networks for SPRING Uganda.
  • ·        
    Supporting all SPRING Uganda end-users. May include
    support for end-user acquisitions, help desk     functions and end-user advice, training
    end-users on software and trouble-shooting hardware related problems.
  • ·        
    Technical support to maintain SPRING Uganda databases
  • ·        
    Ensuring the security of all SPRING Uganda IT systems and
    equipment
  • ·        
    Management and implementation of all changes to SPRING
    Uganda IT systems and applications and ensuring their continued availability
    and effectiveness.
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    Maintain access to the systems and undertake software
    updates and corrections.
  • ·        
    Track, supervise and provide support on the use of pool
    IT equipment such as laptops, projectors, cameras, printers in collaboration
    with the other Administrative staff
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    Provide technical input on procurement of all IT
    equipment and accessories
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    Tracking and maintenance of software licenses
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    Assist the M&E team in data management where
    applicable.
  •  

Qualifications, Skills
& Experience:
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    Minimum of BSc Information Technology, or Computer
    Science, Microsoft certified course, Cisco certified.
  • ·        
    A minimum 5 years working experience in a similar
    capacity with a reputable organisation or well established IT firm.
  • ·        
    Experience working for an NGO and/or in a development
    context is an added advantage
  • ·        
    Demonstrated a high level of responsiveness
  • ·        
    Detailed oriented and has ability to organize multiple
    and diverse tasks, but the flexibility to adjust to program needs
  • ·        
    Motivation and commitment to the program, the job tasks,
    and the work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • ·        
    Strong skills in teamwork and Excellent analytical skills
  • ·        
    Oral and written communication
  • ·        
    High level of integrity
  • ·        
    Ability to work on own initiative / proactive attitude.

How
to Apply:
If you deem yourself ideal
for this job opportunity, then send your application to:
The Country Manager
SPRING Uganda
JSI Research and Training
Institute
Block 01 Plot 295, Kaciika,
Kacence,
Mbarara – Uganda
Tel +256 (486) 660012
OR on 2nd Floor, UHMG
House,
Plot 20 – 21/27 – 28,
Martyrs Crescent, Ntinda,
Kampala – Uganda.
Or by e-mail to: kojuka@spring-nutrition.org
Deadline:
Monday, 29th April, 2013 by 1.00pm.
SPRING will contact only
the short-listed applicants.
Those who do not hear from
us by 13th May 2013
should consider their applications as unsuccessful.
NB: JSI is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative
Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. We are committed to providing
equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees
without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion,
gender, disability, marital status, genetic information, or political
affiliation in any employment decisions.
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