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