IT Systems Administrator Career Opportunity at Medical Research Council/ Uganda Virus Research Institute

Friday, 27 June 2014

Job Title: IT Systems Administrator
Job Location: Masaka, Uganda
Employer: Medical Research Council/ Uganda Virus Research Institute (MRC/UVRI) Uganda
Reports to: Head of IT

About MRC/UVRI:
The MRC/UVRI Uganda Virus Research Unit on AIDS conducts large-scale epidemiological and intervention studies, clinical trials, virological and immunological research and behavioural studies, and has generated a wealth of research results that have been used to inform policy and practice, and that have led to a large number of scientific publications in peer reviewed journals over time.

The MRC/UVRI with the Sanger Institute is setting up the MRC/UVRI Ugandan Medical Informatics Centre (UMIC) that will be located at the UVRI campus in Entebbe. It will be closely associated with the Ugandan Ministry of Health and other educational and research Institutes in Uganda, as well as pan-African research centres as part of established collaborations with MRC/UVRI. The central aims of this project are: (1) to develop a medical informatics in Uganda and (2) to develop human research capacity in medical informatics and computational genomics in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) in collaboration with UK and SSA centres. The UMIC is being developed to capitalise on technological advances in genomics and to ensure the efficient utilisation of data resources in clinical epidemiology and large scale genomics across SSA from on-going research programmes.

Job Overview: 
The IT Systems Administrator will ensure availability of working hardware, software and Network connectivity at all times. The jobholder will also be responsible for resolving high-level system administration related hardware and software issues, recording these issues, and ensuring that they are eliminated. He / she will also pro-actively manage the capacity of the storage infrastructure based on current and forecasted demand. Additionally, the incumbent will offer technical support for a virtualised environment, storage infrastructure and backup/recovery environments.

Job Duties: 

• Ensure network connectivity and availability of all network services (email, internet, file access, printing) to the users in Masaka & Kyamulibwa stations.
• Maintain a Virus / malware network free environment by ensuring that upgrades of the corporate anti-virus both on servers and all LAN clients are up-to-date at all times.
• Setup, configure, maintain and monitor servers, routers, switches, Printers and to ensure all domain services are optimally running all the time (DNS, DHCP, AD, Printing)
• Offer help-desk support in Masaka and Kyamulibwa field stations through effective email/call management and personal contact.
• Maintain network security through the Help-desk support in Masaka and Kyamulibwa through effective email/call management and personal contact.
• Monitor network and internet usage and report to ISPs in case of a downtime.
• Streamline backups on servers/PC’s and recovery procedures at both stations
• Keenly track and record all ICT support requests within the Helpdesk Management System
• Assist and support in the implementation of ICT projects
• Evaluate solutions as part of the ICT strategy.

Job Requirements: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field from an accredited college or university. MCSA or MCSE /CCNA certification is an added advantage
• At least three (3) years’ experience in computer operations and technical support including at least One year at the enterprise Systems management level.
• Extensive practical experience in the management and administration of Windows, vSphere (ESX) and Enterprise storage devices
• Good knowledge of both client and server operating systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and support of SAN technology with a virtualised computing environment.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of Disaster Recovery and High Availability.
• Past server administration skills with Windows server platforms.
• Strong knowledge of backup technologies utilizing disk to disk solutions as well as tape based solutions (Backup Exec).
• Strong understanding of the networking concept, security and disaster recovery management.
• Possess the ability to ride a motorcycle to give IT support in a remote setting will be required.

Deadline Date: 04/07/2014

How to Apply:
Kindly send your applications including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae and names plus telephone contact details of three (3) referees should either be addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager, 
MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS, Uganda Virus Research Institute, 
P. O Box 49 Entebbe, Uganda 
or
Email: recruitment@mrcuganda.org.

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews

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IT Help Desk Officer Job Opportunity at Walter Reed Program in Mbeya, Tanzania

Wednesday, 11 June 2014

Job Title:    IT Help Desk Officer
Job Location:    Mbeya, Tanzania
Employer:    Walter Reed Program
Reports to:     IT Manager

Job Overview:
The Information Technology Officer reports to the IT Manager and manages and provides hardware and software maintenance, training and consultation, and recommendations about future planning and development of resources. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure maximum access to and implementation of technology services and resources.

Job Duties:
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of the organization and adheres to all WRP organizational standards Assist to Complete Knowledge on Designing and documenting databases with Data Modeling.
• Assist to keep track and IT hardware and software for the organization.
• Serve as liaison between department staff and the ICT unit to resolve issues rose from Zendesk ticket system assisting in Implementing, administrates and maintaining databases.
• Assist in Troubleshoot computer problems.
• Determine and document source of computer problems (hardware, software, user access, etc.). Performs routine preventive maintenance on hardware and software.
• Work one-on-one with staff on applications assistance.
• Provide recommendations on department applications best use.
• Answer staff questions in person and via phone on all departments supported applications. Perform hardware and software installations.
• Provide on-the-job assistance to new department staff members. Provide computer orientation to new department staff.
• Asset management to keep a register of all IT equipments using asset tags number.
• Support regular and reliable backups and ensure that the Data backup and system are functioning.
• Respects confidentiality in discussing staff and partner organizational matters, also maintains confidentiality of WRP and its project, fiscal and personnel related information.
• Reports to work regularly and on time.
• Assists in other duties as needed and directed.

Job Requirements:

• Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

Computer Skills
The following computer proficiency is (are) required: Internet Explorer; Microsoft Access; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook;
Microsoft PowerPoint; Microsoft Publisher; Microsoft Word; lotus Notes.

Other Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts (basic math).
• Knowledge of and experience with: LANS/WANS; Windows Server Environment; Microsoft Sal Server; Microsoft Exchange; Internet Information Services; backup systems; network/workstation peripherals; print servers; firewalls, spam & antivirus hardware/software; Javascript, HTMl, Cascading Style Sheets; computer hardware (replacing hard drives, hardware drivers, etc.).

Walter Reed Program is an equal opportunity employer; women are highly encouraged to apply.

Deadline Date: 19/06/2014

How to Apply:
Please forward your resume to:
Human resources manager
PO Box6396
Mbeya
Or
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Analyst/Programmer Job Vacancy at Standard Chartered Bank Kenya

Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Job Title:    Analyst/Programmer-Strategic Business Information Management
Job Location:    Nairobi, Kenya
Employer:    Standard Chartered Bank Kenya

About Us
We were the first foreign bank in Kenya and have been here for over 100 years. Today, we are one of the leading Banks In Kenya with an excellent franchise of 40 branches spread across the country, 98 automated teller machines (ATMs), 1 Electronic Banking Unit and 1,698 employees
       
Job Purpose:
• Design & Develop software for the bank with liaison with the business owners.
• Code or write the new programs with proper commenting procedure.
• Re-write existing applications to new requirements.
• Do other programming associated jobs as deemed appropriate by management.
• Be the key person in report automation in the unit.

   
Job Duties:   
• Design & Develop software for the bank with liaison with the business owners.
• Code or write the new programs with proper commenting procedure.
• Re-write existing applications to new requirements.
• Do other programming associated jobs as deemed appropriate by management.
• Be the key person in report automation in the unit.
   
Job Requirements:   
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Computer Science or Information Technology. Your programming experience must cover exhaustive skills in systems development with a commercial (rather than academic) bias.
• A solid grounding in all the development areas of at least one programming language which has lead to tangible results.
• Extensive and proven relational database experience using but not limited to SQL Server as the database engine is compulsory.
• Minimum of 3 years of intensive and demonstrated programming as a software developer on a windows platform.
• Experience in web technologies or banking software development preferably gained in a busy software development house or in a bank will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of any CASE tool (Computer-Aided Software Engineering), it’s core functionality and indicate where your developments are currently in use.
• Must code passionately, have coding as a hobby and be self teaching, love learning and with a “smell” of other technologies.
• Can think logically and pay close attention to detail, full of patience , persistence, and have the ability to perform complex and analytical work, especially under pressure

Deadline Date: 11/06/2014

Apply Now

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Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Support Manager Job in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title:    Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Support Manager   -   Ministry of Works and Transport
Job Location:    Kampala, Uganda
Employer:    Ministry of Works and Transport
Job Type:    Full-time position in Uganda posted May 26.
Terms: Two (2) Year Contract (Renewable upon satisfactory performance)
Salary: Attractive
Reports To: Chairman Project Management Team

The Government of Uganda under the Ministry of Works and Transport has a contract with Messrs Face Technologies (Pty) Ltd for designing, printing and supply of Computerised Driving Permits (CDP) on a Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) arrangement. In order to ensure knowledge and skills transfer in the project, the
Ministry of Works and Transport now invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandan Nationals for the following posts:

Job Overview:
To manage the ICT equipment, information and data at the Uganda Computerized Driving Permits Project.

Job Duties:

•     Installation, programme loading, undertaking acceptance tests and commissioning of new ICT equipment
•     Establish and manage a computerised data management system for up-to-date entry and storage of all relevant CDP related information/data
•     Manage resources: Maintain Production Support Task Descriptions, Maintain the Competence Profiles of Production
•     Support resources, Appraise performance of Production
•     Support work, Manage a skills development plan for Production
•     Support skills
•     Maintain the ICT equipment to ensure efficient and uninterrupted performance.
•     Ensure efficient and continuous performance of the driving permits data interface between Uganda Revenue Authority web-portal and the Uganda Computerised
•     Driving Permits
•     Database
•     Identify hardware and software procurement needs for the project.
• Prepare and submit quarterly project performance reports to the Ministry Contract/Project Management Team.

Person Specifications:
Applicants must be Ugandans possessing the following:

•     A minimum of a honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with post graduate qualifications in an ICT related field from a recognized University/Institution.
•     Candidates with Microsoft MCSE Certification courses in software, hardware and networking will have an added advantage.
•     A minimum of six (6) years of progressive experience in broad based information systems is a prerequisite.
•     Competencies: Excellent understanding of solution development (requirements gathering, analysis and design, development tools and methodologies, release and version control, testing methodologies); leadership; Communication;
•     Project managements; client management; Team work; and interpersonal skills; Result Orientation; Ethics and Integrity.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should attach three sets of certified copies of their certificates, academic transcripts and testimonials; Curriculum Vitae; 2 recent passport size colour photographs and letters of recommendation from two (2) referees who can easily be contacted.
Applications should be submitted to the address below.
The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Works and Transport,
Old Port Bell Road
P. O. Box 7174, Kampala

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Ministry of Works and Transport Jobs in Kampala,Uganda; Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Officer

Job Title:    Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Officer   -   Ministry of Works and Transport
Job Location:    Kampala, Uganda
Employer:    Ministry of Works and Transport
Job Type:    Full-time
Terms: Two (2) Year Contract (Renewable upon
satisfactory performance)
Salary: Attractive
Reports To: ICT Support Manager

The Government of Uganda under the Ministry of Works and Transport has a contract with Messrs Face Technologies (Pty) Ltd for designing, printing and supply of Computerised Driving Permits (CDP) on a Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) arrangement. In order to ensure knowledge and skills transfer in the project, the
Ministry of Works and Transport now invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandan Nationals for the following post:

Job Overview:
Manage modification, migration and retirement of system components. To ensure the correct and efficient operation of software products and to provide support of the software products.

Job Duties:

•     Develop a maintenance and support plan (MEMP)
•     Analyse user problems, requests and required enhancements
•     Evaluate the possible impact of different options for modifying the operational system and software, other information required by the Ministry of Works and Transport.
•     Maintain up-to-date records of CDP transactions.
•     Demonstrating the use of computer equipment and system functionality, including software, to the project staff.
•     Migrate the upgraded system and software to the user’s environment, with, as appropriate: Parallel operations, Additional user training, Support options;
•     Retire the obsolete system from the user’s environment, with, as appropriate: Parallel operations, Conversion of data to the new or replacement system, Archiving of system and data files, User training for the conversion programme
•     Carry-out any other duties from the ICT Technical Support Manager

Person Specifications:

• Applicants must be Ugandans possessing the following:
•     A minimum of an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology. Candidates with additional qualifications relating to IT, software and Microsoft MCSE
•     Certification courses in software, hardware and networking will have a competitive advantage.
•     At least two (2) years of progressive experience in broad-based systems, desktop and network support, and also experience in implementation, enhancement and software control.
•     Experience and knowledge of PCs using Microsoft Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office;
•     Competences: Good understanding of solution development process; communication; client management; Project management; team work; and interpersonal skills; result orientation; ethics and integrity

Deadline Date: 11/06/2014

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should attach three sets of certified copies of their certificates, academic transcripts and testimonials; Curriculum Vitae; 2 recent passport size colour photographs and letters of recommendation from two (2) referees who can easily be contacted.
Applications should be submitted to the address below not later than 2 weeks from the date of this advert.
The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Works and Transport,
Old Port Bell Road
P. O. Box 7174, Kampala

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