Website Microfinance Limited (MDI)
UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI) is hiring a Networks Administrator to administer and oversee network design, implementation, organization and troubleshooting of UGAFODE’s Network including monitoring underlying communications protocols and supporting network hardware.
Ref: HR/STAFF/VAC – 14/03/2025/1
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design, configure and maintain a stable and secure WAN/LAN network infrastructure.
- Perform a network technology needs analysis and advise the Institution accordingly.
- Ensure stable and secure internet connectivity for all UGAFODES’s internet-based systems.
- Setup, maintain and test DR network connectivity.
- Perform regular Network reviews and assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities within UGAFODE’s network Infrastructure.
- Ensure up-to-date backups for all network devices configurations.
- Interpret and implement all ICT established policies and procedures and guidelines.
- Carry out daily ICT tasks and checks.
- Liaise with third party suppliers and vendors to ensure that all IT related equipment and network operating systems are operating to specifications.
- Maintain an inventory of all IT Networks related equipment.
- Undertake any other assignments related to information systems technology as may be assigned by supervisors from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other relevant degree from a recognized University and any certification in Systems or Networks.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an organization of at least the same nature preferably a Financial Institution.
- Professional ICT Certifications/ Trainings e.g. CCNA, CCNP are an added advantage.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence teams.
- Knowledge of and experience in developing and documenting Network architecture and plans, including strategic, tactical and project plans.
- Ability to understand and assess technology systems from both a technical and business function perspective.
- Understanding of Physical and Logical WAN, LAN/WLAN implementation best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to analyze connectivity requirements and relate them to appropriate access/security controls.
- Experience with various hardware vendors e.g. Cisco.
- Ability to manage advanced routing and switching protocols with automation and failover in a multivendor environment.
How to Apply:
If you believe you meet the requirements as stated above, submit an application letter together with an up-to-date CV to our email: recruitment@ugafode.co.ug. Save the Documents as Your Full Name & indicate the job title you are applying for in the Email Subject Line. Your applications should be addressed to the Head of Human Resources
