Monday 7 October 2013

National Cert Administrator Jobs at National Information Technology

Job Title: National Cert Administrator


Key Results Area/Accountabilities:

Oversee, supervises and supports the entire workforce under the UG CERT.
Ensure service level commitments.
To plan for the business continuity and disaster recovery of the operations.
To advice the DIS on manpower planning and resource allocation.
To coordinate with other department heads / stakeholders on technical matters.
To produce periodic or ad-hoc reports of high quality on the operations of UG CERT.
To develop, implement and maintain processes, procedures and guidelines to improve and increase the effectiveness of the operations of UG CERT.
To conduct knowledge sharing sessions among other technical personnel on lessons learnt or new findings.
To be aware, comply with and ensure compliance with all UG CERT’s policies, procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or Master degree in Computer Science / ICT / Engineering – Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer or any relevant area
Professional certification in any related field such as CISSP / GCIA / GCFA / CEH / CISM is an added advantage

Skills/Competencies:

Possess high degree of interest in ICT security related areas.
Sound knowledge on computer hardware.
Knowledge of at least 2 operating systems (UNIX and Windows).
Knowledge of Internet applications.
Knowledge of security risks, threats and vulnerabilities.
Knowledge of risk assessments.
Good Managerial and interpersonal skills
Self-starter and has a high sense of urgency in making deliverables and capable of protecting confidentiality of information
Able to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently
Good personality with the ability to work as a team player
Stress durable and Strong analytical skills
Willing to travel on short notice
Knowledge on cryptographic technologies

Experience:

Possess at least 5 (five) years of working experience in information security or related area

How to Apply:

All interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to submit their application form (which can be down loaded from the NITA-U official website www.nita.go.ug), with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, copies of certificates and testimonials to the address below. Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts.

No application will be accepted without a duly signed standard application form.

The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038

Or via email: hr@nita.go.ug

Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013

Feedback

Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling and or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in ones favour, will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate without any recourse.





Computer Forensic & Incident Management Manager at National Information Technology

Job Title: Computer Forensic & Incident Management Manager


Key Result Areas/ Accountabilities

Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for incident response and forensics
Manage and perform incident response activities including:

a.    Searching device and server logs.
b.    Locating malware on a computer
c.    Identifying the attack vector
d.    Remediating infected computer(s)
e.    Building a timeline showing how the incident unfolded.
f.    File carving
g.    Briefing customer on extent of incident and response strategy
h.    Perform storage forensics and Utilize Company-owned forensic tools (Encase, FTK, Helix, Wireshark, etc.) and other incident responses tools in the course of investigations
i.    Utilize other Incident response tools such as nmap, Wireshark and Snort,
j.    Perform network storage forensics (for example, capturing network traffic for analysis)
k.    Perform file-system analysis and file carving (for example, to extract email, documents, and other trace evidence)
l.    Establish timelines and patterns of activity of individuals and electronic devices and software
m.    Follow forensically sound practices, including preserving chain of custody
n.    Consult with Company legal team on privacy, policy and compliance concerns
o.    Develop company wide remediation plan of actions as a result of investigative discovery within company business and IT infrastructure
p.    Adequately communicate with all key stakeholders to ensure both confidentiality of information and expedient evidence collection

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Science, Information Systems information Security or a related field  from a recognized university
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA) credential is an added advantage
A post graduate in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Networking and Operating Systems certifications / credentials.

Essential skills/competences:

Broad information security knowledge and experience
Working knowledge of forensic tools such as Encase, FTK, Helix, Knoppix, Slax, Sleuthkit, SIFT, BlackLight and/or MacForensicsLab
Familiarity with the following technologies: Active Directory, Virtualization platforms, Microsoft Windows, Unix, Linux, Mac OS X, LDAP, Active Directory, 802.11 wireless, firewalls, routers, network protocols and architecture, databases, VPN/RAS, IDS/IPS
Understanding of risk-based frameworks
Understanding of one or more frameworks: PCI-DSS, Sarbanes Oxley, NERC-CIP, HIPAA, FISMA, ISO, COBIT, NIST
Very good understanding of MS Windows architecture and design
Strong understanding of networking protocols such as RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, network tools such as wireshark and nmap and networking principles such as subnet masks, CIDR and spanning-tree protocol
Ability to work on own initiative as well as in a team.
Excellent business acumen.
Analytical and problem –solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication and report writing skills.
Capacity to establish credibility, trust and partnership.

Required Experience:

At least 3 years active experience as part of an incident response team working as an IR Handler (either in-house or as a consultant)
Experience managing large and small scale incidents
Experience leading digital forensic investigations

How to Apply:

All interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to submit their application form (which can be down loaded from the NITA-U official website www.nita.go.ug), with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, copies of certificates and testimonials to the address below. Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts.

No application will be accepted without a duly signed standard application form.

The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038

Or via email: hr@nita.go.ug

Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013

Feedback

Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling and or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in ones favour, will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate without any recourse.





Information Security Compliance Manager at National Information Technology

Job Title: Information Security Compliance Manager


Results Area/Accountabilities:

Serves as the subject matter expert in the development, implementation, and maintenance of information related to all aspects of compliance.
Partners with internal teams to manage control oversight, testing, gap analysis, remediation tracking, compliance documentation and evidence collection.
Identify opportunities and develops tactical and strategic solutions for enterprise service delivery to meet regulatory compliance requirements in a holistic manner.
Complete risk assessments and perform in-depth analysis of mitigating controls and financial risk, and documenting the risk.
Provide expert advice, ensuring compliance, and conformance, on information risk analysis/management.
Develop, implement and enforce suitable and relevant information security policies, ensuring that these are compliant with legislations and regulations related to information security; reviewing policies on a regular basis.
Develop and implement, together with suitable materials, an information security awareness and training programme.
Contribute to Business Continuity planning, training and processes.
Investigate suspected and actual breaches of security and undertake reporting/remedial action as required. Maintain a log of any incidents and remedial recommendations and actions.
Continuously assess the shortfall between both actual security measures in place and being effective and those established at a policy level thus highlighting deficiencies for remedial action.
Establish and maintain a register of data owners for sets of information (e.g. paper files, databases) and educate the data owners on their responsibilities (what is the data, how is it used, who has access to it).
Maintain Risk, Issue and Change registers for information security.
Provide advice and take action, where necessary, in response to Audit findings and recommendations in respect of information security.
Develop and implement a corporate culture of compliance and information security.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Science, Information Systems information Security or a related field  from a recognized university
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information Security Auditor (CISA) credential is an added advantage
A post graduate in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Networking and Operating Systems certifications / credentials.

Skills/Competencies:

Broad information security knowledge and experience
Proficiency working with recognized IT Security-related standards, technologies, principles, and practices (including ISO17799/27001).
Significant broad IT experience, at least some of which has been in a security role.
Thorough understanding of security requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley, ISO Certifications and Data Privacy laws.
Working knowledge of applicable laws and the law enforcement community.
Project management, collaboration, communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work on own initiative as well as in a team;
Excellent business acumen;
Capacity to establish credibility, and trust and partnership;
Analytical and problem –solving skills;
Excellent interpersonal and communication and report writing skills;

Experience:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in regulatory compliance oversight or information risk management.
Experience with business continuity/disaster recovery planning and auditing.
Experience in the development and delivery of training material.
Experience in Open Systems, Internet and network security products and platforms, including intrusion detection/prevention, incident response and investigation, vulnerability assessments, data loss prevention and penetration testing

How to Apply:

All interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to submit their application form (which can be down loaded from the NITA-U official website www.nita.go.ug), with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, copies of certificates and testimonials to the address below. Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts.

No application will be accepted without a duly signed standard application form.

The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038

Or via email: hr@nita.go.ug

Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013

Feedback

Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling and or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in ones favour, will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate without any recourse.



Human Resources and Administration Coordinator at International Justice Mission (IJM)

Job Title: Human Resources and Administration Coordinator


Duties and Responsibilities:

Human Resources:

Perform HR management functions, including recruiting, on-boarding, training, discipline, compliance, performance management, professional development, documentation, etc.;
Track, monitor and record employee leave, attendance, overtime and working hours;
Support the Director of Finance/Admin in management of employee benefits programs; and
Manage staff care program to encourage emotional and professional health of staff members.

Administration:

Supervise and oversee activities of Day Guard, Housekeeper and contract personnel;
Perform clerical duties (photocopying, posting, errands, etc.) as needed;
Receive phone calls and guests on behalf of the Kampala office as needed;
Assist in hosting guests, visitors, and volunteers; and
Perform other tasks as assigned.

Procurement:

Procure goods and services to support non-IS and non-Aftercare related office functions;
Manage relationships and contracts with vendors, utilities and service providers; and
Maintain and manage adequate stores of office supplies, equipment and small tools.

4. Development: Participate in IJM programs in professionalism and Christian spiritual formation.

5. Travel Requirements:  This position requires limited travel around Kampala during working hours.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should hold a bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Business Administration, Human Resources, etc.);
Five or more years of experience as HR officer, office administrator or similar position;
Experience working in a professional international business environment preferred;
Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel;
Fluency in English and Luganda, with excellent writing and speaking in both; and
Driver’s license and experience driving manual vehicles preferred.
Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
Passionate commitment to IJM’s mission and values;
Professional in demeanor, appearance, writing and oral communication;
Works well under stress with a sustained positive attitude;
Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity;
Intelligent, organized, creative and proactive problem solver; and
Ability to cooperate effectively in a multi-cultural environment.


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Application Deadline: 15th Oct 2013

Chief Financial Officer Jobs in Uganda at Afrimax Uganda Limited

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

All aspects of financial matters including accounting, financial control, financial reporting, management reporting, business planning, budgeting and forecasting;
Development of an anti-fraud and a revenue assurance regime to avoid revenue leakage
Implementation and continued development of reporting systems, key performance indicators and accounting policies to enable effective business decision making and an adequate control environment;
Offer support the General Manager in business decision making
Drive ongoing initiatives to maintain cost savings and ensure that the operation is managed on a least cost culture.
Negotiating and raising financing
Effective management of Tax and Treasury affairs
Ensuring due processes are maintained for corporate governance

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicants should be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA)
Experience of at least six years working in high growth environments with an operational focus.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the presence to quickly establish credibility
Highly computer literate with advanced computer skills and appreciation of complex IT applications and infrastructure.
Proven track record, where they have been member of a management team;
Strong tax and treasury skills
Dynamic and resilient personality with the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and in a fast paced environment;
Mature personality with strong negotiation and communication capabilities
Fluency in English is essential for this role.

How to Apply:

Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.

Write an Application letter and CV/Resume.

Merge these two documents into one document in either word or PDF format.

Do not attach or send any scanned documents. These are sometimes too large for our inbox.

Send your application, please Apply Now

Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.


Application Deadline: 15th Oct 2013

Director Natural Resources Job Vacancy at National Forestry Authority (NFA)

Job Title: Director Natural Resources


Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for supervising the management of natural forests.
Responsible for the preparation of annual business operational plans;
Developing guidelines, policies, strategies, systems and working methods to ensure sustainable management of the natural forests;
Planning and managing budgets for the Directorate as allocated under the annual operating plan;
Managing the community partnership processes by supervising the initiation, administration and maintenance of partnerships with other agencies and institutions.
Developing financing and funding strategies for management of Natural Forests in accordance with the NFA Business Plan.
Oversee, mentor and monitor staff performance.
Supervising and providing advice to private tree farmers on the establishment, maintenance and tending of the trees.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should possess an Honour’s degree in Forestry or Natural Resources.
Postgraduate training in relevant field is an added advantage.
At least 10 years work experience in a natural resources management environment 5 of which should be at a managerial level.
Excellent communication skills in listening as well as oral and written communication.
Possess high level of integrity, resilience and reliability.
Result oriented with proven experience in networking, resource mobilization and fund raising.
Strong Interpersonal, self-confidence, team building and organizational skills.
Age: 35 to 55 years

How to Apply:
All interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should submit their applications, copies of academic certificates & transcripts and curriculum vitae giving full details of applicants education, qualifications, experience (with evidence), present salary, three professional referees, provide postal, email and telephone contacts to the address below;

The Executive Director,
Plot 10/20 Spring Road Nakawa
P.O. Box 70863, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: 031 – 264035/6; 041 – 230365/9
Fax: 0414 230369

N.B: Those who had responded to earlier advertisements and are still interested should reapply.

Application Deadline: 15th Oct 2013

Front Desk Officer at Stop Malaria Project (SMP)

Job Title: Front Desk Officer

Duties:

Performs the traditional duties of a receptionist including: o answering visitor inquiries about the department,
Directing visitors to appropriate contacts, o sorting mail,
Answering incoming calls, and o arranging appointments for visitors o welcoming guests
Answering incoming calls and routing them to officers responsible

Skills and Experience

A Degree in Business Administration or related field from a recognized University.
Previous experience of working with similar tasks is preferable to work independently and respond to feedback in a timely and professional manner

How to Apply

Please deliver copies of your CV, academic transcripts/ testimonials and three professional referees to:
Johns Hopkins University,
Center for Communication Programmes,
Plot 15 Binayomba Avenue,
Bugolobi (same street as Royal suites and Ambrossoli International School)

Application Deadline: 10th Oct 2013