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Assistant Engineering Officer (Civil)
2026-08-31T17:42:30+00:00
Makerere University
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Education, and Training
Science & Engineering, Construction, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Civil & Government
UGX
MONTH
2026-09-14T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Makerere University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for various academic, administrative, and support staff positions.

Responsibilities or duties

Provide technical support onsite inspection, quality control and surveying of civil works

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

  • Bachelors of Civil Engineering from a recognized institution
  • Communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Team work
  • Computer literate
  • Attention to detail

Experience needed

Not specified

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Tenure of Appointment: 4-year contract

Age Limit: APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED FIFTY FIVE (55) YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

Remuneration: PU7

NOTE THAT: APPLICANTS FOR ALL OTHER POSITIONS SHOULD NOT EXCEED 55 YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. MAKERERE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

* Provide administrative support to the Civil Engineer on Civil works; * Communicate regularly with contractors and developer’s representatives to ensure compliance to design and construction standards; * Provide onsite inspection of surface and underground improvements/ utilities for new projects and as redevelopments; * Prepare inspection reports; * Witness and confirm test results on new utilities and Geo technical compaction testing; * Assess site specific drainage problems and recommend practical solutions; * Monitor and report on effectiveness of sediments and erosion control plans * Assist with reviews, communications and administration of new developments and sub divisions; * Provide engineering information by answering technical questions and requests; * Maintain Civil and building works; * Collect data on all civil maintenance works needed in Colleges/ Schools, University staff houses and Halls of residences; * Maintain mechanical, plumbing and refrigeration works; * Carry our repair/ remedial civil works * Perform any other related duties as assigned by Supervisor
* Communication and interpersonal skills * Team work * Computer literate * Attention to detail
* Bachelors of Civil Engineering from a recognized institution
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Assistant Engineering Officer (Civil)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Science & Engineering, Construction, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Civil & Government]

Jobs at:
Makerere University

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, September 14 2026

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 31 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Makerere University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for various academic, administrative, and support staff positions.

Responsibilities or duties

Provide technical support onsite inspection, quality control and surveying of civil works

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

  • Bachelors of Civil Engineering from a recognized institution
  • Communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Team work
  • Computer literate
  • Attention to detail

Experience needed

Not specified

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Tenure of Appointment: 4-year contract

Age Limit: APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED FIFTY FIVE (55) YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

Remuneration: PU7

NOTE THAT: APPLICANTS FOR ALL OTHER POSITIONS SHOULD NOT EXCEED 55 YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. MAKERERE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Detailed job profiles and the application link can be found at:

Click Here to Apply Now

All applications must be submitted electronically via the Makerere University Electronic Human Resource Management System through the above link (ehrms) Applicants will be required to provide the necessary information on the ehrms and attach the following documents:

  • An application letter clearly stating the job applied for and duly signed by the applicant.
  • An up-to-date curriculum vitae. The curriculum must also state the names and addresses of at least three referees.
  • Copies of academic certificates and transcripts from recognized academic institutions.
  • Applicants for academic positions are required to attach their phd and or masters theses
  • A minimum of three recommendation letters duly signed by the referees.

The application should be addressed to:

The Chief Human Resource Officer

Makerere University

P.O. Box 7062 Kampala

Closing Date: 14th September 2026, 17:00 HRS E.Α.Τ

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Job Info
Job Category: Engineering jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, September 14 2026
Duty Station: Kampala | Kampala
Posted: 31-08-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 31-08-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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