- Location
- Kampala Road, Uganda
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
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Job Summary
• The End User Support Analyst is responsible for delivering high-quality technical support to internal users, ensuring seamless operation of IT systems and services.• The role focuses on resolving incidents, managing service requests, and maintaining user satisfaction through effective communication and technical expertise.
• The role also involves contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, aligning support activities with business needs, and upholding IT governance and compliance standards
Job Description
Technical
Outputs:
Troubleshoot and resolve complex end-user issues across hardware, software, and network domains.
Administer and support enterprise systems such as Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and endpoint management tools (e.g., Intune, SCCM).
Perform root cause analysis for recurring incidents and recommend long-term solutions.
Support and maintain endpoint security solutions including antivirus, encryption, and vulnerability management.
Provide Level 2 support for escalated technical issues and coordinate with infrastructure and application teams.
Participate in system upgrades, patch management, and software deployments.
Service Management
Outputs:
Ensure resolution of incidents and service requests within agreed timelines.
Maintain and monitor SLAs for end-user support services.
Document and improve end-to-end service management processes.
Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams support to ensure system uptime and user satisfaction.
Support the implementation of IT changes that require end user support.
Risk, Governance and Regulatory
Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise-Wide Risk Management Framework and internal ABSA Policies and Policy Standards. Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the role.
Ensure that processes and controls are executed in daily work and understand the reasons for the controls and the consequences for failing to adhere to prescribed processes.
People Development
Outputs:
Continuously assess personal training needs and contribute to the creation and execution of development plans that enhance technical and service capabilities.
Engage in performance review discussions, offering constructive feedback and seeking input to support mutual growth and improvement.
Support team operational continuity by participating in leave planning and ensuring adequate coverage for business-as-usual activities.
Actively share knowledge and provide mentorship to junior team members to foster a collaborative and skilled support environment.
Knowledge & Expertise
Education and Experience Required
A bachelor’s degree, preferably BSc (Computing /IT), or any other equivalent.
Subject Matter Expert Qualifications
Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience in IT support, service management, or technical operations within a corporate environment.
Knowledge & Skills:
Operating Systems Support (Windows, MacOS)
Hardware Troubleshooting (PCs, laptops, printers, mobile devices)
Software Installation & Configuration (Microsoft 365, browsers, business applications)
Network Fundamentals (Basic LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi troubleshooting)
Active Directory Management
Remote Support Tools (e.g., Teams, SCCM, Remote Desktop)
Ticketing Systems (e.g., ServiceNow)
Endpoint Security (antivirus, encryption, patching)
ITIL Foundation Knowledge (incident, problem, change management)
Incident Diagnosis & Resolution
Prioritization of Issues
Documentation of Solutions & Workarounds
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Empathy and Patience
Understanding of Business Processes
Keeping Up with IT Trends
Education
Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences (Required)
