Mr. Opira Paul

Mr. Opira Paul is a seasoned IT Specialist and Data Manager with over seven years of practical experience in the Information Technology field. My core competencies include IT systems and infrastructure management, data governance, system optimization, cybersecurity, and end-user support and training. I bring a strategic blend of technical expertise and interpersonal finesse, consistently focused on enhancing user satisfaction and aligning technology solutions with organizational goals.

At CHDC, I lead strategic IT operations encompassing the evaluation and recommendation of technology acquisitions, oversight of IT asset management, and the development of digital tools to support multiple research programs. I also ensure continuous system and network monitoring, and implement zero-trust access protocols to reinforce cybersecurity across the organization.

I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), and I am currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Information Technology at Makerere University to deepen my technical and analytical capabilities.