Job Title:   ICT Officer  

Organisation: Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Head ICT

About US:

Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) was established in 1992 by an Act of Parliament (Cap 208) and is under the Office of the President of the Republic of Uganda. The Act provides for the Commission to Oversee, Plan and Coordinate AIDS Prevention and Control activities throughout Uganda.

Job Summary:  To design, install, implement, modify, and support new or existing applications software and ensure access control to protect sensitive UAC data through robust security measures and compliance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop systems, module graphical interfaces, web modules, database modules and applications systems according to the UAC needs.
• Configure and install new systems, applications, network and architecture to meet UAC needs.
• Produce a systems requirements document for reference, reporting and facilitate maintenance and upgrade activities.
• Conduct system testing and validation procedures for developed software.
• Assess and automate internal work processes in consultation with staff and stakeholders for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify areas for modification and modify software to fix errors and adapt it to new hardware to improve its performance or upgrade interfaces.
• Implement security measures to protect and control access to UAC Information Systems.
• Diagnose and resolve a wide range of technology issues encompassing hardware, software, network, telecommunication equipment and other ICT systems.
• Conduct regular backups of critical data to safeguard against data loss and system failures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to minimize disruptions.
• Provide training and technical support to users, ensuring they can effectively utilize internal information systems.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized university.
• Post Graduate Diploma or Master’s degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science or Information Technology or Computer Engineering or Data Communication & Software Engineering
• Professional certifications in CISSP, CISA, CCAI, MCSA, ITIL IT, Certification in programming, database development, web design frameworks/patterns such as JAVA, C++, Python DRUPAL etc, and protocols TCP/IP, ICMP, FTP, VLANs, IPSEC and other security monitoring tools, UDP, H.232; is an added advantage.

Experience:

• A minimum of Six (6) years’ experience served in Government or equivalent level of experience in any other reputable organization.

Competences

• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex ICT issues efficiently
• ICT Infrastructure management
• ICT Network administration
• ICT Security management
• Effective Communication Skills
• Database management
• Team work and interpersonal Relations
• Planning, organizing and coordinating
• Ethics and integrity

All applications indicating the title of the position being applied for should be addressed to the Director General, Uganda AIDS Commission, Plot 1-3 Salim Bay Road Ntinda, P.O Box 10779, Kampala or sent by mail to recruitment@uac.go.ug

Applicants should attach the following to their applications

• Letter expressing interest
• Detailed curriculum vitae with names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees
• Copies of relevant academic/professional certificates
• Copies of previous appointments letters or contract agreements. Any period of employment not backed up by a letter shall not be considered as relevant experience
• Copy of National Identity Card

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present your original Academic Transcripts, Certificates and National Identity Card during interviews. UAC is an equal opportunities employer.