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Job Summary

Job Title:
Management Trainee – Networks
Employer:
The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Information Technology Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Wednesday, 11 September 2024

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Management Trainee – Networks job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) is a government agency established to promote and regulate the use of information technology (IT) in Uganda, with a mission to harness technology for national development by providing strategic leadership in IT policy implementation and infrastructure development. Since its formation in 2009, NITA-U has earned recognition for driving key IT initiatives such as the national data center, e-government services, and the development of national IT policies that support the country's digital transformation.

NITA-U fosters a work culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering employees opportunities for professional development and work-life balance in a dynamic and supportive environment. The Authority's business model focuses on delivering secure, scalable IT solutions and fostering partnerships with both the public and private sectors to enhance the accessibility and quality of digital services. With a nationwide reach, NITA-U plays a central role in shaping Uganda's digital infrastructure, facilitating the digitalization of government services, and driving the country's tech innovation ecosystem.

The organization upholds core values of transparency, accountability, inclusivity, and service excellence, and integrates corporate social responsibility by supporting digital literacy programs, empowering communities, and ensuring equitable access to technology. For more information, visit www.nita.go.ug.

Are you looking for Information Technology Jobs in Uganda 2024 today?, then you might be interested in Management Trainee – Networks job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

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Deadline: 

11 Sept 2024

Management Trainee – Networks job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

Job Description

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

To support the network team in handling technical and administrative day-to-day tasks of the department.

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  • Keep an updated outline of the actual layout of the NBI optical network elements in the form of as-built files;

  • Keep an updated record of capacity usage (cores) on the NBI optical network;

  • Periodically inspecting and reviewing the network documentation arising out of various events such as repair work, relocations, and extensions.

  • Participate in specific studies associated with best practices and planning for fiber upgrades, relocation, and extensions including routine maintenance works;

  • Undertake any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor

Management Trainee – Networks job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, and Telecommunications Engineering from a recognized university.

  • Professional certifications such as MCSE, MCSA, CCNA, etc., will be an added advantage.


Experience

  • At least 1 year working experience in Networks, systems administration, GIS software or Auto CAD.


Technical Expertise

  • Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

  • Ability to work on own initiative as well as in a team;

  • Customer Relationship Management

  • Capacity to establish credibility, trust, and partnership.

  • Analytical and problem–solving skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills;

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE ONLINE
Interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their application form (which can be downloaded from the NITA-U official website https://www.nita.go.ug/downloadable-forms/job-application-forms), with a cover letter, supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, to the address below.
The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038
The deadline for applications for the positions is 11th September 2024 (Not later than 1700 hrs. Local Time). Only Soft copy applications will be accepted and no application will be considered without a duly completed and signed standard application form (referred to above). You can apply for a maximum of two positions.
5. FEEDBACK
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling, and or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in one’s favour, will automatically lead to the disqualification of a candidate without any recourse.

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