Are you an IT professional, cybersecurity expert, data analyst, or another field specialist looking towards Uganda’s digital transformation? The definitive opportunity has arrived. The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) recruitment is ongoing for May 2026, opening up career paths for patriotic and qualified talent within the public sector.
Job Overview
| Organization | National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) |
| Eligible Nationality | Uganda |
| Location | Kampala |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Positions | 6 Positions |
| Qualifications | Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent |
| Application Deadline | 29th May, 2026 |
Job Vacancies at NITA-U
The following positions are now opened at the National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U):
Related Job Opportunities
- Financial Accountant
- Planning Officer
- International Engagement Officer
- Internal Auditor
- Research and Innovations Officer
- Data Protection Officer
Qualifications, Requirements, Experience, and Skills
1. Financial Accountant
Education
- BCom/BBA/BSc (Accounting/Finance option) or its equivalent from a reputable university.
- Full member of a Professional Accountancy Body (ACCA/CPA, U) is a requirement
Experience
- At least three (3) years of hands-on working experience gained while serving with a reputable public, commercial, or donor-funded organisation, one of which must have been acquired in a similar role.
Technical Expertise
- Excellent spreadsheet skills Critical thinking skills Computerized accounting packages.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent report writing skills.
2. Planning Officer
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, or Social Sciences, or Social Work and Social Administration, or Statistics, or Economics, or Development Planning, or related area.
Experience
- A minimum of three (3) years working experience in a related role related to policy, planning and evaluation in a busy organization.
Technical Expertise
- Excellent knowledge of evaluation techniques and mechanisms.
- Must have a solid understanding of policy and planning in public sector.
- Knowledgeable about the Monitoring and Evaluation requirements in public sector
- Excellent computer skills.
Nature and Scope
- Able to prioritize and co-ordinate work streams/projects to drive delivery of tasks.
- A resilient team player with a ‘can do’ attitude, who is willing to take responsibility leading and working with others to create breakthrough solutions to complex problems.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).
3. International Engagement Officer
Education
- A Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field from a recognized university is required.
- Training or certification in International Relations, Diplomacy, Stakeholder Management, Change Management or Project Management is an added advantage.
Experience
- At least three years of active experience in Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, or related areas.
Technical Expertise
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Excellent use of digital communication tools
- Excellent organisational, scheduling, and planning skills d) Creativity
- Self-confident with very good interpersonal skills
- Ability to plan and execute campaigns that deliver measurable results
Nature and Scope
- Able to prioritize and coordinate work streams/projects to drive the delivery of tasks
- A resilient team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude, who is willing to take responsibility, lead, and work with others to create breakthrough solutions to complex problems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
4. Internal Auditor
Qualifications
- BCom/BBA/BSc (Auditing or Accounting Major) or their equivalent from a recognized University
- Full membership of an internationally recognized professional accounting or auditing body (CIA, ACCA, CPA, CA, etc.) is an added advantage;
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is an added advantage.
Experience
- At least three (3) years in an internal audit function specializing in business process assurance with a reputable audit firm or performing a similar role in a reputable private or public organisation.
- Previous experience in the use of CAATs
- Prior exposure and experience in industry auditing or accounting, and in supervising and conducting audits in Information Systems and other areas pertinent to the industry.
- Strong experience in participating in business risk assessments as well as development and execution of audit plans.
- Training in internal audit, fraud management, business risk management, internal controls, revenue assurance/protection
- Working knowledge of internal auditing (auditing techniques and standards), accounting principles and practices, and management principles and preferred business practices.
Technical Expertise
- Computer skills (Office-based applications)
- Practical knowledge of auditing computer-aided applications
- Excellent auditing and forensic investigation skills
- Excellent grasp of modern risk management frameworks
- Confidentiality, diligence & reliability
- Excellent communication and report writing skills
- A person of integrity and honesty.
Interpersonal Skills
- Highest degree of integrity and honesty
- Inquisitive with a unique eye for detail
- Exceptionally high report writing skills.
- High levels of confidentiality
- Proven planning, organization, and analytical skills.
- Good planning and project management abilities
- Basic practical skills in IT auditing are critical.
5. Research and Innovations Officer
Education
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Social Sciences, or a related field from a recognised institution.
- A Postgraduate qualification and/or professional certification in statistics, data science, research methods, or a related discipline is an added advantage.
- Membership of the Uganda Statistical Society or a comparable professional body is an added advantage.
Experience
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience in statistical analysis, policy research, data management, or a related function in a reputable public or private sector organisation.
Technical Expertise
- Proficient in analytical thinking and problem-solving in social, technical, and policy research contexts.
- Skilled in using statistical software tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, R, Python) and data visualisation applications (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) for data analysis, modelling, and reporting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of research design methodologies, including quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods approaches.
- Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with experience engaging both internal and external partners to align research outputs with organisational objectives.
- Excellent documentation and report-writing skills, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic relevance of outputs.
Nature and Scope
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences.
- Organised and methodical approach to tasks, with strong project management and delivery skills.
- Proficiency in using various research, statisticData Protection Officeral, and data management systems and applications.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Integrity, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive data and research findings.
6. Data Protection Officer
Education
- A Bachelor of Information Technology, Computer Science degree, or related area from a recognized university is required;
- CISA or CISM is a requirement;
- An internationally recognized Data Protection and Privacy certification is an added advantage.
Experience
- A minimum of four (4) years of working experience in a compliance, risk, or auditing role in a reputable public or private organization.
Technical Expertise
- Knowledgeable about Cyber and Data Protection and Privacy laws
- Familiarity with audit management tools and data analytics techniques
- Working understanding of Information Security controls.
- Able to prioritize and coordinate work streams/projects to drive the delivery of tasks.
- A resilient team player with a ‘can do’ attitude, who is willing to take responsibility, lead, and work with others to create breakthrough solutions to complex problems.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written).
Required Documents
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Copies of certificates and testimonials
- Day time telephone contact
- Postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees
How to Apply for NITA-U Recruitment 2026
All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should follow the steps below to apply:
- Click on the APPLY NOW button to be taken to the recruitment page
- Download and fill the application form at https://www.nita.go.ug/job-applications/job-application-form
- The required documents alongside the filled application form must be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038
Via email: hr@nita.go.ug
Only Soft copy applications will be accepted, and no application will be considered without a duly completed and signed standard application form (referred to above).
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling, or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in one’s favour, will automatically lead to the disqualification of a candidate without any recourse.