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Job Title:
IT Officer
Employer:
Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education
Location:
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Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Information Technology Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 12 July 2024
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Kampala, Uganda
The Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education (UNITE) is a newly established autonomous institution under the Ministry of Education and Sports, with the mission to enhance the quality of teacher education through professional development, research, and innovation in teaching and learning. Built on the legacy of Kyambogo University's teacher training heritage, UNITE aims to transform Uganda’s education sector by equipping educators with 21st-century pedagogical skills and fostering a learner-centered approach.
The institute is gaining recognition as a pivotal player in elevating teacher professionalism and standards, with a strong focus on inclusivity, ethics, and lifelong learning. It offers a dynamic work culture that values academic freedom, collaboration, and continuous growth, making it attractive for education professionals seeking impactful careers. UNITE is expanding its operations nationwide and establishing partnerships with regional and international education bodies to support its evolving model of integrated teacher training.
Its innovative approach includes leveraging ICT, blended learning, and action research to align teaching practices with global trends. Guided by core values of excellence, integrity, equity, innovation, and accountability, the institute also engages in corporate social responsibility through outreach programs, community-based training, and support for under-resourced schools. While the institute is still finalizing its independent digital presence, further information can currently be accessed through the Ministry of Education and Sports website at www.education.go.ug.
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12 Jul 2024
IT Officer job at Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education
Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
The National Teacher Policy (2019) recommended the establishment of the Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE) as a Public Other Degree Awarding Institution (ODAI) to address issues affecting the teaching profession and quality of education in Uganda.
The First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports appointed an Interim Management Committee to operationalize UNITE.
To this effect, the UNITE Interim Management Committee wishes to recruit skeleton staff to kick start the operationalization of UNITE and therefore invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the following positions on contract terms.
Job Title : IT Officer (1)
Salary Scale : UN 6.2
Reports to : Senior IT Officer
Responsible for : None
Contract Period : Six (6) Months
Duty Station : Kampala
Job Purpose
To implement Information and Communication Technology plans and activities in the Institute.
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Developing or reviewing the Institute website security risk management framework and strategies;
Identifying threats and designs, implementing and monitoring security measures for the protection of Institute IT infrastructure;
Providing project and team leadership for all Manage Website Infrastructure and administration;
Configuring IT facilities and troubleshoots the institute’s website;
Constantly evaluating website performance by checking metrics such as loading time and memory consumption;
Monitoring all logging systems, maintains and administers website systems and network appliances; and
Developing and documenting standard operating procedures and protocols to mitigate security vulnerabilities of the website.
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Should have an Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology and Computing, Computer Information Systems and Administration, Business Information Systems, Business Computing, System Administration or Software Engineering System Design and Analysis from a recognized University or institution.
Working Experience Two years’ working experience in IT field from a reputable organisation.
Competencies Technical
Accountability; Information Communication Technology; Research and innovations; Planning, Organizing and coordinating.
Behavioural
Ethics and integrity; Team work; Concern for quality and standards; Problem solving and decision making; communicating effectively and Result oriented.
All applications should be accompanied with the following:
i) Certified photocopies of all Academic and Professional Certificates and
Transcripts;
ii) A curriculum Vitae;
iii) Three (3) Reference letters (Professional, Personal and Academic)
iv) A recent coloured passport size photograph; and
v) A copy of the National Identity Card
Eligible female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only short-listed applicants shall be contacted for the interview and final selection process. All applications should be addressed and hand delivered to:
The Institute Secretary Designate
Uganda National Institute of Teacher Education Kitikifumba-Shimoni, Kira Municipality P.O. Box 7112, Kampala.
