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Job Summary

Job Title:
Assistant IT Officers
Employer:
Uganda Bureau Of Statistics
Location:
Country:
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Information Technology Jobs
Number of Positions:
7
Deadline:
Tuesday, 26 March 2024

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Assistant IT Officers job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is the national statistical agency mandated to coordinate, supervise, and monitor the National Statistical System (NSS) to ensure the production of quality, timely, and relevant official statistics for informed decision-making and national development. With a strong reputation for statistical excellence and integrity, UBOS plays a critical role in shaping Uganda’s socio-economic planning by providing data used by government, private sector, civil society, and development partners.

The organization fosters a professional and collaborative work culture that values competence, integrity, and innovation, offering diverse career opportunities, structured training programs, and flexible work arrangements to enhance employee growth and effectiveness. Established by the UBOS Act of 1998, the Bureau has evolved into a modern data-centric institution that leverages advanced technology and international best practices in data collection, analysis, and dissemination. Its business model focuses on decentralization and inclusivity, with statistical offices across all regions of Uganda ensuring nationwide coverage and accessibility.

UBOS is grounded in core values of professionalism, objectivity, user-focus, and accountability, and is committed to corporate social responsibility through promoting statistical literacy, engaging with communities during census and surveys, and supporting evidence-based governance. For more information, visit www.ubos.org.

Are you looking for Information Technology Jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Assistant IT Officers job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics

Full-time

Deadline: 

26 Mar 2024

Assistant IT Officers job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics

Uganda Bureau Of Statistics

Job Description

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Provide ICT Support to the NPHC 2024 through ICT Training, Systems, and Infrastructure support in accordance with Bureau requirements.

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Technical Support:

  • Providing technical assistance to users experiencing issues with hardware, software, network, or other IT systems.

  • Troubleshooting problems and resolving technical issues in a timely and efficient manner.

  • Responding to help desk tickets, emails, or phone calls from users and providing appropriate solutions or escalating issues as needed.


Hardware and Software Maintenance:

  • Installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware, peripherals, and software applications.

  • Performing routine maintenance tasks, such as software updates, patches, and system upgrades, to ensure optimal performance and security.

  • Conducting regular inventory checks and equipment audits to track hardware and software assets.


Network Support:

  • Assisting with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.

  • Troubleshooting network connectivity issues and assisting users with network-related problems.

  • Monitoring network performance and security, and implementing measures to ensure reliability and data integrity.


User Training and Documentation:

  • Providing training and support to users on IT systems, software applications, and best practices.

  • Creating and updating user documentation, manuals, and knowledge base articles to help users troubleshoot common issues independently.

  • Conducting training sessions or workshops to educate users on IT security, data backup procedures, and other relevant topics.


Data Backup and Recovery:

  • Implementing and managing data backup solutions to protect critical data and ensure business continuity.

  • Performing regular backups of servers, databases, and user data, and testing backup and recovery procedures to verify data integrity.

  • Assisting users with data recovery efforts in the event of data loss or system failures.

Assistant IT Officers job at Uganda Bureau of Statistics

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

  • Degree in Computer science, software engineering, information Systems, Information Technology or a related field

  • IT Industry Certifications will be an added advantage.


Experience

  • Should have at least One (1) years' experience in a fast paced and robust ICT environment.


Other requirements

  • Ability apply Logic to solve problems.

  • Possess analytical capabilities, excellent attention to detail and good communication skills.

  • Proficiency in High-level programming and related technical skills.

  • Excellent understanding of business processes and constraints.

  • Ability to work with Programming languages: C/ C++, Java, PHP, python.

  • Possess knowledge of relational database systems MS SQL Server, MySQL.

APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
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