Computer/IT Jobs at FINCA Uganda among other companies

JOB DETAILS:
The Information Technology Security Officer is responsible for the security operations in protecting FINCA Uganda information assets such as IT infrastructure, edge devices, networks and data. More granularly against internal and external attacks. S/he will be responsible for preventing unauthorized access and attacks on IT assets.

Information Technology Security Officer will help to protect FINCA Uganda information assets by employing a range of technologies and processes to prevent, detect and manage cyber threats. The Information security officer will also be responsible for employing mechanisms of protecting customer data and its privacy to safeguard FINCA against breaches. The IT security officer will further protect IT infrastructure (including networks, hardware and software) from a range of criminal activity. S/He will monitor networks and systems, detect security threats (‘events’), analyze and report on threats, intrusion attempt, either resolving them or escalating them, depending on the severity.

Key duties and responsibilities:
• Setting up and implementing user access controls and identity and access management systems
• Analyzing and assessing vulnerabilities in the infrastructure (software, hardware, and networks), investigating available tools and countermeasures to remedy the detected vulnerabilities.
• Performing regular audits to ensure security practices are compliant
• Deploying endpoint detection and prevention tools to thwart malicious hacks
• Setting up patch management systems to update applications automatically
• Implementing comprehensive vulnerability management systems across all assets on-premises and in the cloud
• Designing new security systems or upgrading existing ones
• Identifying IT security weaknesses and implementing solutions
• Working hand in hand with the IS security personnel in planning for disaster recovery in the event of any security breaches
• Monitoring for attacks, intrusions and unusual, unauthorized or illegal activity
• Testing and evaluate security products
• Using advanced analytic tools to determine emerging threat patterns and vulnerabilities
• Engage in ‘ethical hacking’, for example, simulating security breaches
• Identifying potential weaknesses and implement measures, such as firewalls and encryption
• Monitoring identity and access management, including monitoring for abuse of permissions by authorized system users
• Liaising with stakeholders in relation to IT security issues and provide future recommendations
• Generating reports for both technical and non-technical staff and stakeholders
• Maintaining an IT risk register and assist with internal and external audits relating to IT security
• Monitoring and responding to ‘phishing’ emails and ‘pharming’ activity
• Assisting with the creation, maintenance, and delivery of cyber security awareness training for colleagues
• Ensure regular DR tests are done and results properly documented
• Responsible for driving own Performance Development, collating relevant documentation, preparing for and arranging reviews and 1:1’s

Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Digital Forensics
• IT Risk Management
• Vulnerability scanning, Assessment, and remediation
• Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
• Windows Administration / Linux Administration & Scripting.
• Structured Root Cause Analysis and problem management.
• Reporting Writing, communication and Presentations

Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology/Computer Science or related field.
• A professional Security Certification such as (SANS, CISSP, CISA, CISM, Security+, CEH, CNSSP, CFFP).
• A Network Administration Certifications such as (CCNA /P)
• 3 years of work experience in an enterprise IT environment as an IT Security professional/ specialist.
• Proven experience supporting IT security and implementing IT security technologies.

JOB DETAILS:
Graphic Designer
Graphic Designer to Design a Gender Responsive Pedagogy Curriculum for Teachers in Moyo and Obongi Districts of West Nile, UgandaAga Khan Foundation
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private, non-denominational development agencies that share a mission to improve the living conditions and opportunities of marginalized communities in target countries across Africa and Asia. AKF was established by His Highness the Aga Khan in Switzerland in 1967 and began working in East Africa in 1974. In Uganda, AKF operates a multi-sectoral portfolio that includes programming in Education, Economic Inclusion, Civil Society, Health, and Early Childhood Development predominantly in the Central and West Nile Regions. AKF is committed to ensuring that girls and boys, women and men, are equipped with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values to help them interact effectively with the world and be contributing members of a pluralistic society.

Background
AKF, in partnership with World University Services Canada (WUSC), has been delivering the Adolescent Girls’ Education in Crisis Initiative (AGENCI), a four-year project focused on enabling adolescent girls and young women in Moyo and Obongi to pursue diverse educational and learning pathways. Critical to achieving this is working with teachers to shift harmful attitudinal and socio-cultural barriers that inhibit or prohibit Adolescent Girls and Female Youth (AGFY) from accessing gender equitable, quality education (including, barriers, such as SGBV and gender inequality). To combat these harmful cultural norms and beliefs, AGENCI implements both formal and non-formal education interventions to support teacher professional development. Through this lens, AGENCI is seeking a Graphic Designer to design our new Gender Responsive Pedagogy (GRP) Curriculum.
AKF is looking for a Graphic Designer that has experience developing and executing curriculum designs, particularly, through the lens of a teacher. It is expected for the Graphic Designer to work closely with the AKF team and other key stakeholders, as required.
The GRP Curriculum is approximately 60 pages/A4 (Already developed, ) and contains three modules. Each module will need to be designed using pre-approved content and delivered in three separate PDFs. The end user of the modules are Tutors and Teachers

Scope of Work
The Graphic Designer will be expected to:
• Prepare a sample design concept, including graphics, illustrations, comics, color palette, fonts among others for review and approval (Real photos of teachers and learners will not be used)
• Upon approval, submit a first draft of the three designed modules for feedback
• Incorporate feedback into the modules’ final design
• Deliver designed modules

Expected Qualifications and Experience
• Prior work experience in designing learning modules for teachers and other education improvement programs
• Sample designs of previous work undertaken
• Evidence of delivering high-quality designs
• Ability to deliver on time