Title: Data Entry Clerk -Computer Programming – 1 Post
Ref No: UBTEB/HRM-EXT/006/11/2022
Salary Scale: BTEB 7
Reports to: ICT Officer
Job Purpose:
To provide support in writing, coding and managing software applications and solutions to operate systems more efficiently
Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in writing and testing code for new programs and computer instructions for the Board
• Participate in coding, editing source-code and debugging the Board’s EMIS
Assist in automating, and updating programs and software solutions.
Participate in identifying and correcting coding system and programme errors.
• Provide support in managing database systems
• Participate in rewriting and maintaining programs for different operating systems.
• Assist in implementing build systems
• Participate in providing technical support to programme users
• Participate in collaborations with other software developers in the creation of programs
• Assist in securing programs against cybersecurity threats.
• Perform any other duties assigned to him/her from time to time.
Person Specifications:
Qualifications and Working Experience
• A minimum of Diploma in Computer Science or Computer Programming from a reputable Institution.
• A bias in algorithm and coding languages, including C++, Java, SQL, C#, HTML and others.
One year experience in using Java, C++, SQL, C#, and HTML experience will be an added advantage.
• 20-40 years of age at entry.
Key competencies
• End user-oriented.
• Ability to find and fix any errors in programs, systems and software
• Comprehension of algebra concepts to apply to data and to generate reports
• Self-driven, priority-driven, deadline-driven, multi-tasking and ability to drive teamwork
• Analytical skills in creating computer code and attention to details.
• Strong aptitude for both mathematics and learning new technology.
• IT and superior communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of operating systems
Three sets of handwritten applications with detailed CVs and photocopies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials, Transcripts and/or Result slips; Three (3) most recent and clear passport size photographs, Names and addresses of two referees, A letter of recommendation from the current or most recent employer, telephone contacts and emails of both the applicant and the referees; should be submitted in sealed envelopes and hand-delivered not later than 13th December, 2022 at 5.00p.m to the address indicated below.
The Job title and Reference Number should be clearly written on the top left corner of the envelope. Applications should be addressed to;
The Executive Secretary, Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board;
Plot 7 Valley Drive, Ntinda;
P. O. Box 1499; Kampala – Uganda.
Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted. (Those who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply only if they meet the job specifications.