ICT Specialist Career Vacancy - Millennium Promise
Organization: Millennium Promise Alliance Inc Project Name: Drylands Integrated Development ProjectFunding Source: Islamic Development Bank (IDB)Reports to: Energy, & ICT Development SpecialistThe Government of Uganda through the Office of the Prime Minister has received credit financing from the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), for the Dry Lands Integrated Development Project to be implemented in the Karamoja Sub region (Project reference number UG-0082-83). The Office of the Prime Minister will implement the Drylands Integrated Development Project through Millennium Promise Alliance Inc. an International Non-Profit Organisation solely committed to supporting the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals through the Millennium Villages Projects (MVPs) in 10 countries across Sub-Saharan Africa. The Dry Lands Integrated Development Project will implement multi sectoral interventions aimed at holistically addressing challenges faced by pastoralist communities that directly contribute to the objective of reducing vulnerability, building resilience, and accelerating the achievements of the UN Millennium Development Goals mainly in the districts of Moroto, Napak, Nakapiripiriti and Amudat. Job Summary: The ICT Specialist will serve as the primary focal point person for all IT related interventions of the project Key Duties and Responsibilities: Providing hardware and software technical assistance to both the project offices and the field offices.Supporting the Education sector in ICT for education programsCarry out ICT trainings to communities, Teachers, Trainers and StudentsSupporting the shared solar technician in the ICT Components of the mini-grid systems.Working as the ICT focal point for ICT for communitiesSupporting all sectors in GIS Mapping of project InterventionsIdentify and install sector specific office soft wares for the different sectorsProvide office software and hardware supportEnsure proper maintenance of all office software and hardwareMake sure value for money is ensured in all infrastructure developments.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate for the ICT Specialist vacancy should hold a good first degree in Computer science, Business Computing, Computer Engineering or IT.At least four years’ relevant hands-on working experience in a similar position.Professional qualification in CCNA or A+ or the equivalencePast experience working with GIS softwarePossession of a CCNP certification will be an added advantagePractical networking experience is requiredPast NGO experience will be an added advantageDemonstrated knowledge of any of the Health information management systems will be a plusBasic knowledge/ training or experience in Electrical wiring will be an added advantage but not a must.Excellent communication skillsPossess the ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritise responsibilitiesWillingness and ability to work in the field for at least 90% of the timePossession of a motor cycle riding permit, good riding ability and willingness to ride are a must.All candidates are encouraged to apply by sending an application letter (in a sealed envelope clearly marked with ""APPLICATION FOR POSITION OF...""), curriculum vitae, three work related referees, copies of academic certificates, and testimonials either hand delivered or posted to this address: Millennium Promise Alliance Inc. Uganda, C/O Pacification and Development Department, 5th Floor Room 2521. Office of the Prime Minister, Plot 9-11 Apollo Kaggwa Road, P.O. Box 341, Kampala – Uganda.Deadline: Friday, 3rd October 2014 by 2:00pm
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