JMS Information - Communication and Technology Manager Jobs in Kampala - Uganda

JMS Information - Communication and Technology Manager Jobs in Kampala - Uganda

Background

Joint Medical Store (JMS) is a Church founded private not-for-profit organization whose mission is to supply medicines, medical equipment and related healthcare services and training of assured quality to the people of Uganda at affordable prices.

JMS is seeking to hire the services of qualified, competent and motivated personnel for the following positions;

Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) Manager
Position;

  • Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) Manager.
    Directorate;
  • Directorate of Technical Services
    Duty Station
  • Head Quarters
    Supervises;
  • ICT Officer and ICT Assistant

    Main Purpose of the Job:
  • To plan, implement, monitor and manage JMS information, communication and technology systems so as improve efficiency and productivity of the JMS operations.
  • The roles of the job will include but not limited to process review, advisory services, software development, database management, systems support, network management, communication enhancement and training of JMS staff and other stakeholders on information technology needs.

    Main Purpose of the Job:
  • DRP and BCP update and maintenance
    Hardware and server installation and optimization.
  • Internet, LAN, WAN optimization
    Telephone, Television and other electronic devices maintenance and optimization
  • Network security systems update and maintenance
  • Software installation and licenses
  • Software and mobile apps development and launch
  • DBA, ERP and related software maintenance
    User training

    Duties and Responsibilities
  • Take a lead role in development, review and operationalization of policies, standard operating procedures and industry standards.
  • Design, improve and maintain Disaster Recovery plans
  • Develop technical and functional specifications for hardware and software
  • Plan the acquisition, storage and inventory control of all computer hardware and software
  • Install, test, commission, maintain and decommission computers and related software
  • Troubleshoot and maintain computer systems and devices
  • Provide first line support for ERP systems to users for optimal performance
  • Implement security measures to safeguard the integrity and confidentiality of JMS data.
  • Develop and implement annual ICT work plans, budget and provide periodic reports to Management.
  • Manage and maintain ICT infrastructure and ensure smooth processes, liaise with the service providers to ensure the systems are running efficiently and carry out routine backups and/ or restoration of the email / internet system.
  • Ensure security parameters are properly set up and anti-virus programs, operating systems and other vital applications
    are up to date and running at all times
  • Regularly monitor information Technology trends, provide timely advice to management for replacements or upgrades and maintain an up to date inventory of all computer hardware and software.
  • Identify ICT user training needs, develop and conduct internal training programs and/or recommend appropriate action.
  • Monitor the networks technical performance and recommend appropriate measures
  • Maintain up-to-date Anti-virus and Anti-spam systems across the network
  • Configure servers, switches, routers, hubs, users, client PCs and network printers for proper sharing and access to network services according to the set policies

    Job Specification
    Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
  • Certification in MCSA, CSA, CCNA and any other networking certification.
  • Cisco Networking Certifications
    Virtualization Technologies (Hyper-V, M. VMware, Citrix)

    Added Advantage;

  • Masters qualifications in Computer Science or Information Technology

    Experience
  • At least 4 years’ experience in a busy ICT environment.
  • Practical experience with an ERP system such as IFS, Navision Financials / Attain, SAP, JD Edwards, MACS/SAGE and database management.

    Competencies & Knowledge:
  • Conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills
  • Advanced computer skills (hardware and software)
  • Communication skills
  • Quality control
  • Strategic thinking

    How to Apply
  • Only qualified candidates who meet all the above requirements are invited to submit applications, resume, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and three referees (who are not relatives) with their day time telephone contacts.
  • Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
  • Applications may be hand delivered to JMS Head office Reception Desk or Email to store@jms.co.ug.
  • Closing date for applications is Monday 25th March, 2019 at 5.00pm.
  • Please address your applications to:
  • The Manager Human Resource & Administration
  • Joint Medical Store
  • P.O. Box 4501
  • Kampala
  • For more information and job application details, see; JMS Information - Communication and Technology Manager Jobs in Kampala - Uganda

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