Information Communication Technology Officer

Contract Expires In -1 week Kampala Duty Station - AFCON Secretariat Offices, Lugogo, Kampala Bachelor's Degree 3 years experience ICT IT Government

Employer: Ministry of Education and Sports - Local Organizing Committee (LOC) Secretariat for CHAN 2024 / AFCON 2027
Duty Station: AFCON Secretariat Offices, Lugogo, Kampala
Employment Type: Contract
Background: Uganda, together with Kenya and Tanzania, will host the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027. The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) was constituted to work with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to oversee preparatory activities. The Ministry of Education and Sports on behalf of the LOC is recruiting suitably qualified Ugandans within the LOC, Ministry of Education and Sports, National Council of Sports, Federation of Uganda Football Associations and the Uganda Olympic Committee for the AFCON Secretariat.
Job Purpose: To provide ICT support to the LOC and Secretariat, including ICT services required across all LOC Subcommittees.
Salary: Not disclosed
Deadline: 4 September 2026, 5:00pm East African Standard Time

Provide first-level technical support to the Sub-Committee in the development of ICT projects, budgets, and objectives in accordance with the National IT Project Management Methodology
Support the responsible Sub-Committee in the development of project schedules, deliverables and performance indicators
Act as liaison between the ICT Sub-Committee and relevant departments to facilitate smooth execution of projects
Coordinate and monitor the roll-out of ICT enabled services and innovations and ensuring alignment with LOC needs
Conduct strategic assessments of ICT initiatives, identifying areas for improvement or risk mitigation
Provide periodic reports and insights on enabled services and innovations and ensuring alignment with LOC needs
Verify the effectiveness and integrity of ICT systems and applications by conducting routine systems audits
Ensure implemented technologies comply with safety, privacy and institutional standards
Liaise with the Security and Safety Sub-Committee to develop a comprehensive safety plan
Ensure timely provision of resources, facilities, workspaces and equipment for ICT and accreditation
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

An Honours Bachelor's Degree in either Information Technology, or Computer Science or related field from a reputable University or Institution
A minimum of three (3) years' relevant working experience in ICT project implementation or systems coordination from a reputable organization
Knowledge of national IT policies, standards, and project management methodologies
Experience working in ICT, safety and security related duties in major football events will be an added advantage
Experience working in a multi-stakeholder or public sector environment will be an added advantage
Competencies: ICT Expertise - experience in ICT systems and infrastructure; Accreditation management - knowledge of accreditation processes and procedures; Safety and security - experience in developing and implementing safety and security plans; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Problem solving - ability to handle unexpected issues and resolve problems

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Submit a physical copy of your application to the address below.

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Sports, Security Registry, Room 1, Level 4, Embassy House, King George VI Way, Kampala, Uganda