The Parliamentary Pension Scheme (PPS) was established by the Parliamentary Pensions Act 2007 as a Contributory Hybrid Cash Balance Retirement Benefit Plan for the Members of Parliament of Uganda and the Staff of the Parliamentary Commission. The Scheme is managed by a Board of Trustees, constituted in accordance with the Act.

The Board of Trustees invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandan Nationals to fill the vacant position of Information Technology Officer.

Eligible candidates should submit their applications enclosed in envelopes clearly marked with the job title for the position they are applying for to the Chief Executive Officer, Parliamentary Pension Scheme, P. O Box 7178, Kampala, Plot (9-11), Development House, Parliament Avenue, Room No. G 10 or submit soft copies of the same with all documents merged as a single pdf file (not more than 10MB) to careers@pps.go.ug not later than 17:00 hours on Friday 20th November 2026.

Applicants should attach to their applications copies of their National Identity Card, up to date Curriculum Vitae stating names, addresses, telephone contacts and e-mails of at least two (2) Referees, Certified Copies of Academic Certificates and Transcripts, and most recent passport size photo.

Job Title: Information Technology Officer
Reports to: Senior Information Technology Officer
Job Status: Contract
Grade: PPS 4
Duration: Five (5) years renewable based on satisfactory performance

Purpose of the Job:

To support the development and implementation of Information Technology systems to enhance business operations and stakeholder engagement strategies in the Scheme.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide Information Technology user support services in the Scheme.
2. Manage the operations of access to internet, email, intranet, and web-based services.
3. Monitor the installation, maintenance and update of Information Technology hardware and software infrastructure for efficient operations.
4. Implement and monitor Backup Solutions to safeguard critical data and ensure data integrity.
5. Perform routine checks to verify the effectiveness of Backup Processes
6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of software configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and support processes.
7. Develop and disseminate Information Technology user guides to support users.
8. Develop appropriate Information Technology platforms to enhance communication and member engagement.
9. Prepare periodic reports.
10. Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Person Specifications
Academic Qualifications

• An Honours Bachelor’s degree in either Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Software Engineering or Information Systems from a recognized University/ Institution.
• Professional Certifications in any one or several of the following fields; ITIL, CISCO, Microsoft, Virtualization, SUN, CISSP, CISM, Linux, Oracle Database, OSCP, CISA or any other related field.
• Post graduate qualification in a relevant field is an added advantage.

Work Experience

• A minimum of three (3) years working experience in an Information Technology business environment gained from a reputable organizationJob board platform

Competencies

• Innovative and self-driven
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Integrity
• Dependable
• Planning and organizational skills

Please note that:

1. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
2. The Parliamentary Pension Scheme is an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall ensure an open, competitive, fair and transparent recruitment and selection process.
3. Canvassing and lobbying shall disqualify the concerned applicant(s).

Eligible candidates should submit their applications enclosed in envelopes clearly marked with the job title for the position they are applying for to the Chief Executive Officer, Parliamentary Pension Scheme, P. O Box 7178, Kampala, Plot (9-11), Development House, Parliament Avenue, Room No. G 10 or submit soft copies of the same with all documents merged as a single pdf file (not more than 10MB) to careers@pps.go.ug not later than 17:00 hours on Friday 20th November 2026.