The African Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics & Data-intensive Sciences (ACE) Telelearning Centre, Infectious Diseases Institute, Makerere University.
The Information Systems Internal Auditor will conduct a comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)’s information technology systems and processes and carry out investigations into reported irregularities. The IT Systems Auditor will assist with audit functions such as identifying and assessing risks; assess IT security controls, identify vulnerabilities, ensure compliance with donor requirements and communicate with various teams regarding audits and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Perform general and application control reviews for simple to complex information systems of the Institute.
Perform information control reviews to include system development standards, operating procedures, system security, programming controls, communication controls, backup and disaster recovery, and system maintenance.
Perform reviews of internal control procedures and security for systems under development and/or enhancements to current systems.
Reviewing disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure preparedness for potential IT disruptions or security breaches.
Prepare audit finding memoranda and working papers to ensure that adequate documentation exists to support the completed audit and conclusions.
Prepare and present written and oral reports and other technical information in a pertinent, concise, and accurate manner for distribution to Management and presentation to the Board Audit Committee.
Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing and recommend remedial actions.
Consult with and advise staff on various operational issues related to computerized information systems, and on general business operations as needed.
Follow up on external IS/IT audit findings to ensure that Management has taken corrective action(s).
Coordinate and interact with external auditors as may be required.
Assessing compliance with data privacy regulations and ensuring the protection of sensitive information, including patient records among others.
Assist and train internal audit staff in the use of computerized audit techniques, and in developing methods for review and analysis of computerized information systems.
Conduct operational, compliance, financial and investigative audits, as assigned.
Offer support in identifying and evaluating the organization’s risk areas and provides input to the development of the Annual Audit Plan.
Work under limited supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.
Person Specification
Confidentiality
Broad knowledge of application of information systems risk and control practices.
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV is preferable.
Standards for the Professional Information Systems Audit and Control as developed by ISACA.
Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Knowledge of auditing concepts and principles.
Working knowledge and experience with general computer controls including Change Management, Access and Security, and IT Operations.
Applying IT and cybersecurity control frameworks, including NIST, PCI, and COBIT
Knowledge of Internal Audit software preferred.
Knowledge and fundamental understanding of the following types of audits: (a) financial statement audits, (b) internal or operational audits,
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards governing all aspects of the utilization of computer systems.
Analytical skills, judgment, and decision-making ability.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
More details
Job Code: ISAX001 No of Positions: 1 Station: Kampala Classification: Full-time Duration: 1 Years Reports to: SENIOR MANAGER INTERNAL AUDIT Posted Date: 2024-03-19 10:11:54.000 Closing Date: 2024-04-05 23:59:00.000
The results for the 2025/2026 special entry examination for the Diploma in Performing Arts held on Saturday 17th May, 2025. Candidates who scored a final mark of 50% and above passed the Examination and have been recommended to the university’s Admissions Committee for consideration.
The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released full results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations for the Academic Year 2025/2026 held on Saturday 14th December, 2024.
The Candidates who scored a final mark of 50% and above passed the examination and have been recommended by the Pre-Entry & Mature Age Committee to the University’s Admissions Board for Consideration.
The Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) has in collaboration with Centre for Teaching and Learning completed the training of the first cohort of Graduate Supervisors.
Participants were academic staff from two colleges namely, College of Engineering, Art and Design (CEDAT) and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES).
The three-day training that took place at the Telepresence Centre, Senate Building ended on Friday 20thJune 2025.
In his closing remarks to the participants, the Director of Graduate Training Prof. Julius Kikooma said, “This is the first cohort we are working together with the Center for Teaching and Learning to put together continuous professional development Program so that we are able to enforce the new teaching and learning policy.”
He said that before lecturers are allocated students for supervision, they must first go through this form of formal teaching and learning training to equip them thoroughly with certification required of supervision of graduate students.
“We are coming up with process to ensure that the certificates earned by participants allow you to supervise graduate students. This is the direction of the university and we must ensure that such trainings are concluded and completed successfully by all participants”, Prof. Kikooma.
Prof. Julius Kikooma – Director of Graduate Training
“We can only have you certified upon completing all the exercises in the training process. This is when you will be eligible to receive the work load for supervision”, He added.
“This training of Supervisors is going to be continuous so that all academic staff in colleges and schools are equipped. This first cohort is going to be our building block to the future trainings in the colleges.”
With such capacity building trainings, Prof. Kikooma said that the university is on the right path to achieving its targets in the new strategic plan of increasing the number of graduate students while progressively reducing the under graduate students.
He further hinted that, “We are in the process of writing a curriculum on this, which will be presented for approval before it is rolled out.”
He echoed all participants to share the knowledge they have acquired adding, “Share all you have learnt, do not keep it. Be open minded, have proper communication channels and the sky will be the limit for you.”
Dr. Robinah N. Kulabako, The Head of Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at CEDAT welcomed the training adding, “This training is very pertinent. I have had the opportunity to supervise Masters and PhD students for over 15 years and I must say that the need to be subjected to this training cannot be over emphasized because there is need to learn, unlearn and relearn many aspects involved in the supervision process.”
She added, “We are moving towards knowledge-based supervision rather than experience-based supervision. This means we must be informed and equipped to be able to advise, guide and mentor to be able to lead a successful supervision journey for both supervisor and supervisee.”
Dr. Andrew Gilbert Were – a lecturer at CEDAT and a participant said, “It is important that all supervisors of graduate students receive this certification from Makerere University through a systematic training process that enables them to attain diverse skills to facilitate learning of graduate students from diverse cultures and with unique set of circumstances.”
“This training is long overdue. In fact, it was an oversight that we could be allowed to supervise students without undergoing supervisors’ training.”
Dr. Dorothy Ssebowa, The Director Centre for Teaching and Learning support- CEES said, “The training this time round has had a mix of early career professionals including Lecturers, Supervisors and Professors share experiences. We have learnt a lot more from experienced supervisors who have shared practices on how they have done supervision over the years.”
“The knowledge and experience-based approaches have made this collaboration very active, interactive and learner centered which has resulted into a collaborative learning from the interdisciplinarity of staff from CEDAT and CAES. The issue now is to continue with professional development across all levels.” She added.
The Makerere University Directorate of Graduate Training (DGT) in collaboration with the Centre for Teaching and Learning completed the training of the first cohort of Graduate Supervisors. This activity was supported by the iCARTA – Institutionalization of Advanced Research Training in Africa, a NORHED II Project at Makerere University.