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Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda is one of the leading banks in Africa. They acquired a 70% stake in the Fina Bank group in to enable them enter the East African market. Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) Limited is a member Company of Guaranty Trust Bank Holding Co. PLC (GTCO), one of the leading banks in Africa.
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Kampala, Uganda
Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) is a subsidiary of the leading Pan-African financial institution, Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, with a mission to offer superior banking services that drive financial inclusion, empower customers, and contribute to national development. Since its establishment in Uganda, the bank has built a strong reputation for reliability, innovation, and customer-centric service, gaining recognition for excellence in retail and digital banking.
Known for fostering a dynamic, performance-driven work culture, GTBank Uganda values professionalism, innovation, and integrity, offering its employees career growth, continuous learning opportunities, and a supportive work environment. The bank provides diverse job opportunities ranging from customer service and digital banking to risk management and operations, with flexible arrangements that encourage work-life balance. Evolving from a traditional banking model into a tech-forward institution, GTBank leverages innovative digital solutions, including mobile and online platforms, to meet modern banking needs efficiently.
With a growing network of branches and digital outreach, its size and reach continue to expand across Uganda. The bank’s core values—excellence, integrity, innovation, and social responsibility—are embedded in every aspect of its operations. Its CSR initiatives focus on education, community development, and youth empowerment, underlining its commitment to sustainable impact. For more information, visit the official website at https://www.gtbank.co.ug.
Are you looking for Computer/IT jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Head Technology Group job at Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda
Full Time
Deadline:
5 Jan 2025
Job Title
Head Technology Group job at Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda
Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Head Technology Group
Organisation: Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director
The job holder will be responsible for Planning and leading the implementation of IT solutions and systems in compliance with GTBank’s Policies, Procedures and best practices while ensuring Compliance to Regulatory requirements and best practices.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
All interested candidates should send their application including cover letter, CV and academic documents to the Head of Human Resources, Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda by hand delivery or email to jobsug@gtbank.com
Deadline: 5th January 2025
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How to Apply
Direct and manage all teams of Technology Group and the staff of the department, planning and organizing their activities, setting targets, monitoring performance and giving support, instruction and advice;
Design and implement strategic information technology plans and budgets for cost-effective procurement, utilization and maintenance of computer software and hardware;
Formulate, manage and monitor IT Disaster Recovery and Security Policies and Procedures.
Management of Vendors; Negotiate service level agreements and monitor the performance of vendors and suppliers to ensure the service level agreements are met,
Monitor leases and contracts and ensure compliance with terms and proper licensing for all hardware and software components is done.
Ensure Compliance to Internal Controls, Policies and procedures; regulatory requirements and industries’ best practices.
Planning the future objectives of the department and ensuring these are in accordance with the corporate objectives of the Bank;
Prepare and maintain the risk assessment matrix associated with technologies implemented at Bank;
Oversee the areas of information security, business continuity planning, audit, insurance and compliance;
Implement and enforce effective internal IT controls;
Using IT governance best practices, manage configuration & release;
Manage IT procurements in collaboration with Bank procurement department and in accordance with Bank procurement rules and regulations;
Perform any other duties as may be directed by the Executive Director.
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Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology Software Engineering or any other related field.
A minimum of 7 years’ experience in Information Technology with at least 5 years in middle management.
CCNA, MCSE, MCSA and CLA are added advantages
Thorough knowledge of database management systems technologies especially Sybase, Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle
Thorough knowledge of and experience in writing scripts using Transact-SQL
Knowledge of and experience in software development methodologies and languages especially .NET or JAVA
Experience in managing multiple RDBMS on large systems
Strong project management, problem solving, reporting and analytical skills
Ability to think strategically
Good communication, interpersonal, Analytical and Leadership skills
Strategic and Project Planning skills
