Information Communication Technology Officer
2026-08-19T10:36:32+00:00
Ministry of Education and Sports
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AFCON Secretariat Offices, Lugogo, Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Public Administration, and Government
Computer & IT, Civil & Government
2026-09-04T17:00:00+00:00
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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 Confederation of African Football (CAF) to oversce the preparatory activities.
Accordingly, the Ministry of Education and Sports on behalf of the Local Organizing Committee invites suitably qualified and experienced Ugandans within the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), Ministry of Education and Sports, National Council of Sports, Fédération of Uganda Football Association and the Uganda Olympics Committe to apply for positions under the African Nations Champions (CHIAN) 2024/African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 Secretariat as indicated below:
Job Purpose:
To provide ICT support to the LOC and Secretariat, including ICT services required across all LOC Subcommittees.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- 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 facilities 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 arears for improvement or risk mitigation;
- Provide periodic reports and insights enabled services and innovations and earning 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;
- Ensure timely provision of resources, facilities, workspaces and equipment for ICT and accreditation;
- Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Academic Qualifications:
- An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Information Technology, or Computer Science or related field from a reputable University or Institution.
Experience:
- 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
Competences:
- 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.
- Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem Solving: Ability to handle unexpected issues and resolve problems
- 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 facilities 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 arears for improvement or risk mitigation;
- Provide periodic reports and insights enabled services and innovations and earning 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;
- Ensure timely provision of resources, facilities, workspaces and equipment for ICT and accreditation;
- Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
- 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.
- Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem Solving: Ability to handle unexpected issues and resolve problems
- An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Information Technology, or Computer Science or related field from a reputable University or Institution.
JOB-6a8587304749e
Vacancy title:
Information Communication Technology Officer
Jobs at:
Ministry of Education and Sports
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 4 2026
Duty Station:
AFCON Secretariat Offices, Lugogo, Kampala | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 19 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
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 Confederation of African Football (CAF) to oversce the preparatory activities.
Accordingly, the Ministry of Education and Sports on behalf of the Local Organizing Committee invites suitably qualified and experienced Ugandans within the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), Ministry of Education and Sports, National Council of Sports, Fédération of Uganda Football Association and the Uganda Olympics Committe to apply for positions under the African Nations Champions (CHIAN) 2024/African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 Secretariat as indicated below:
Job Purpose:
To provide ICT support to the LOC and Secretariat, including ICT services required across all LOC Subcommittees.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- 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 facilities 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 arears for improvement or risk mitigation;
- Provide periodic reports and insights enabled services and innovations and earning 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;
- Ensure timely provision of resources, facilities, workspaces and equipment for ICT and accreditation;
- Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Academic Qualifications:
- An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Information Technology, or Computer Science or related field from a reputable University or Institution.
Experience:
- 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
Competences:
- 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.
- Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem Solving: Ability to handle unexpected issues and resolve problems
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Applications should be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies all Academic and Professional Certificates and Transcripts, proof of relevant working experience MUST be attached and at least three (3) competent referees, one of whom must be a current or previous employer.
Only short-listed applicants shall be contacted for the interview and final selection process.
Deadline for submission: 4′ September, 2026, 5:00pm East African Standard Time.
Applications, quoting the job title and reference, should be addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Sports and hand delivered to Security Registry, Room 1, Level 4, room 1), Embassy House, King George VI Way, Kampala, UGANDA.