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Management Trainee-Data Protection Enforcement 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.
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Deadline:
11 Sept 2024
Management Trainee-Data Protection Enforcement job at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
To support in conducting enforcement activities under the Personal Data Protection Office.
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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Key Accountabilities
Conduct follow up activities to establish level of implementation of recommendations made in prior audits, assessments and investigations
Preparing reports and related document briefs
Support in drafting the Personal Data Protection Office’s orders to the collector(s)/ controller(s)/ processor(s) to comply with data subject’s requests to exercise his or her rights pursuant tothe Act
Participate in field enforcement activities to ensure delivery of efficient, well informed and timely enforcement action and for the delivery of proportionate outcomes.
Receive Data Protection and privacy related complaints.
Liaise with other agencies to ensure that criminal investigations are completed in a timely and effective manner and in accordance with criminal law and the Data Protection and Privacy Act.
Carry out, in the context of mutual assistance with other Data Protection authorities, or upon request, inspections and investigations concerning personal data of residents of such countries.
Perform any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications and Experience
Education
Bachelor of Laws (Hons.) degree from a recognized university is required;
Training in Data Protection and Privacy is an added advantage
Experience
A minimum of one (1) years’ working experience in direct work within a regulatory or compliance environment in reputable organization.
Technical Expertise
Knowledge of Data Protection and Privacy laws.
Excellent oral and written skills
Nature and Scope
Result oriented with a passion to innovate to deliver results.
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills that will enable a good working relationship with key stakeholders.
Good organizational skills
Strong analytical skills
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 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. Click the "APPLY" button below to submit your application.
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
via email: hr@nita.go.ug
The deadline for applications for the positions is 02nd January 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).
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.
