Uganda Telecom jobs- Applications Developer Vacancy

Job title: Applications Developer

Applicants must have:
• A degree from a recognized university in the field of Information Technology (IT), Computer Science, or Mathematical / Physical Sciences.
• A minimum of to (2) years’ working experience in an IT role with reputable companies, or equivalent proof of capabilities; in designing and implementing an application in Oracle Developer tools (Oracle Forms, Oracle Reports, Oracle Discoverer, Oracle PL/SQL).
• Proven knowledge of at least one high-level programming language like C/C++, Visual Basic is required.
• Proven Experience with MS Sharepoint technology
• Exposure to Linux / UNIX / Solaris is an added advantage

Duties & Responsibilities:
• To design, develop, deploy and support standard Online Transaction Processing (OLTP) applications that interface with Oracle and / or MS-SQL databases.
• To design, develop, deploy and support reports based on Oracle and / or MS-SQL databases
• To port current applications onto Oracle and / or MS-SQL platforms.
• To document all applications and reports developed, and all upgrades made to the different systems
• Performs any other duty that may be assigned from time to time, by the Applications Man

The successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, combined with an ability to fit in a dynamic teamwork and elaboration
• General understanding of application maintenance, development, and change management methodologies
• Highly developed analytical thinking skills
• Highly developed analytical, verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to role model and manage customers and fellow team members
• Flexible attitude to working times/arrangements
• Strong analytical, verbal, and writing communications skills
• Ability to role model and manage customers and fellow team members
• Flexible attitude to working times/arrangements
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and ability to respond to high-priority situations.
• Able to produce excellent results under pressure



Applications from suitably qualified candidates should be submitted to:

The Chief Human Resources & Administration Officer
Uganda Telecom
Rwenzori Courts
P.O Box 7171
Kampala.

Deadline: 10/10/2010