Directorate of ICT Services
Information Communication Technology (ICT) is a key enabler in the provision of education services and a tool for critical decision making by University Management for the better operation of the University and visibility. This is in line with the University Strategic Plan 2025/26 – 2029/30.
As a University we are integrating ICT in all University functions as major drivers for quality teaching, learning, research, and innovation. The University is steadily expanding its ICT resources in terms of staffing, infrastructure, and related services.
Vision
To provide an excellent ICT environment to support Teaching, Learning, Research, and innovation for Community Transformation and Industrialization.
Mission
To provide up-to-date ICT infrastructure and services that promote teaching, learning, research, and innovation for community transformation and sustainable development.Read More
Staff Members
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Matsiko PerezChief ICT Services |
Msc. DC&SW(MAK), Bsc. IT (UCU), CCNP(MAK), CFOT, MCP (Aptech) | View Profile |
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Nkamwesiga NicholasDeputy Chief ICT |
MSc. EE (Telecoms), BSc. Comp Eng., CISA, CISM, CC, CNSS, DFE, ITILv3 | View Profile |
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Okot David PakonoSenior ICT Officer |
MSc. WN (Glasgow, 2012), BSc. CS (GU, 2009), Cert. VMware, vSphere (Dubai, 2019) | View Profile |
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Mukundoufite John BoscoICT Officer |
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Godwin Maxwell O LICT Officer |
BIS (Mak); DPPM (UMI) | View Profile |
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Aguma BonifaceAssistant ICT Officer |
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Akello Kalumera ChristineAssistant ICT Officer |
PhD(MAK), MA(MAK), BA(GU) | View Profile |
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Oloya SundayStenographer Secretary |
B.Sc. SAS(GU), Dip. SIM(GU), Cert. SIM(GU) | View Profile |
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Oloya GeoffreyComputer Laboratory Attendant |
B.Sc. (Computer Science) (GU), Dip. Comp. Sci. (GU), Cert. Comp | View Profile |
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Lakwonyero DanielOffice Attendant |
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Oryema Jude TadeoComputer Laboratory Attendant |
B.Sc.ICT(GU) | View Profile |
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Oriyo BenardVolunteer |
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Duties & Responsibilities
The Directorate of the ICT Services (DICTS) is comprised of two main technical units that is Networks and Systems.
DICTS is responsible for;
a) Implementation of ICT policy and formulating all ICT related standard operating procedures/best practices and guidelines
b) Initiating review and amendments to ICT policy and guidelines to Senate ICT Committee
c) Deployment, maintenance and control of ICT infrastructure and services for administration, teaching, research and learning to the University at large
d) Identification of ICT needs in respective campuses/faculties/units of the University and support planning, budgeting and acquisition.
e) Creating awareness to ICT users within the University through workshops, seminars, trainings and many more
f) Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of ICT activities
g) Providing day-to-day ICT support to all University stakeholders that is students, staff, partners etc
Resources
Gulu University recognizes Information Communication Technology (ICT) as a key enabler in the provision of education services and a tool for critical decision making by University Management for the better operation of the University and visibility. This is in line with the University Strategic Plan 2020/21 – 2024/25. Through use of ICT, the University shall be able to utilize core ICT functions to promote research and innovation as major drivers for quality teaching and learning in this information age.
It is important to note that ICT implementation requires guidance and direction within the existing local, national and international legal and regulatory frameworks. Implementing ICT by use of proven best practices makes it even easier to benefit from this continued effort.
Gulu University ICT Policy September 2023
Contact Details
Chief, Directorate of ICT Services (DICTS)
Gulu University
P.O. Box 166, Gulu City (U) EA
Email: helpme@gu.ac.ug
Office Line +256471 432303