IT Officer (Database Administration)

Full time @Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE) in Education Email Job

Job Detail

  • Job ID 24630
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Education
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

IT Officer (Database Administration)

Salary Scale: PU6.2

Reports to:

  • Institute Academic Registrar (Functional)
  • Principal ICT Officer (Operational)

No. of Vacancies: 03 (Three)

Responsible for:

  • Assistant IT (Database Administration)

Job Reference: IT-UNITE-2026(7)

Job Purpose

To provide technical support in the management of performance, integrity and security of the database.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Identifies database requirements by the academic or administrative organisational units including analyzing existing applications, programmes, operations and designing appropriate systems designs.
  • Analyses and makes relevant proposals for database set up and operation including physical infrastructure, functional capabilities, security protocols (access permissions and privileges), data back-up, and recovery specifications.
  • Installs, tests or coordinates installation of new database systems.
  • Monitors routine database performance and advises on remedial measures in the event of under-performance.
  • Trains users of the database in its operation, routine management and maintenance.
  • Provides information or technical support in instances of database malfunctions.
  • Undertakes regular troubleshooting of database performance and proposes innovations for improvement.
  • Writes database documentation.
  • Supervises, mentors and appraises staff he/she is responsible for.
Person Specifications

Qualifications

  • An Honour’s Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or Information Systems from a recognized Institution.
  • Professional certifications in Database and Learning Management Systems is an added advantage.
Working Experience
  • Two (2) years working experience in Database programming and management systems from a recognised institution.
Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit five (5) hard copies of their application in a sealed application package containing the following documents:

  • A signed application letter clearly indicating the position applied for and the Job Reference Number in the subject line.
  • A detailed, up-to-date, and signed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including current contact details and the names and contacts of three (3) referees (Academic, Professional, and Personal). One referee must be the applicant’s current or most recent employer. Referees should send confidential reference letters directly to jobs@unite.ac.ug.
  • Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
  • Equated certificates from the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) for all foreign academic qualifications.
  • A copy of the National Identity Card (NIN).
  • Copies of previous appointment letters.
  • Serving officers must attach copies of their current payslips.

Applicants should clearly indicate “Application for the Post of ……………” on the envelope.

Applications that are incorrectly addressed or do not include the required documents will not be considered.

Additional Information
  • Age Limit: Applicants should be 45 years or below at the time of application, except for the position of Dean of Students, where the maximum age is 55 years.
  • Tenure of Appointment: Positions on Salary Scales PU1–PU3 are offered on a contract basis. Positions on Salary Scales PU4–PU15 are permanent, subject to successful completion of a six-month probationary period.
  • Detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications are available on the Institute’s website: www.unite.ac.ug.
Submission of Applications

Applications should be delivered physically to the address below not later than 18th August 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (East African Time).

The Secretary, Appointments Board
Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE)
Kira Municipality
P.O. Box 7112
Kampala

Important Notes
  • UNITE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation, such as a helper or sign language interpreter, are encouraged to indicate this in their application to facilitate the necessary arrangements.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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