Vacancy title:
Hydrologist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Ministry of Public Service (MoPS)

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 21 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 24 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

Similar Jobs in Uganda
Learn more about Ministry of Public Service (MoPS)
Ministry of Public Service (MoPS) jobs in Uganda

JOB DETAILS:

1. Mandatory requirements for Applicants: -

1. a)Apply ON-LINE.
2. b)Scan, attach and submit on-line recent passport size photograph and relevant documents

(‘O’ Level, and ‘A’ Level Certificates, Degree Transcripts and Certificates).

1. c)Each attachment must not exceed a limit of 1MB and only Portable Document Format (PDF) is allowed;

2. Application Process:

1. a)Visit the website  https://vacancies.psc.go.ug
2. b)Click and Register as a new User to create your account and complete your profile (starting with your bio data moving downwards).
3. c)If you already have an account, simply sign in and update your profile.
4. d)Click on Jobs, then Advertised Jobs in the menu.  Select the Advert to view the jobs therein.
5. e)Click on the job from the list of advertised jobs.
6. f)View the job details and click apply.
7. g)Review your application and submit.
8. h)You can only apply for two (02) posts clearly indicating the words “first choice” or “second choice” against the post applied for. Applying for more than two (02) posts will lead to automatic disqualification.

3. Emphasis: -

1. a)Only on-line applications on the e-recruitment system will be considered.
2. b)Only Candidates shortlisted for Oral Interviews will be contacted. 
3. c)Candidates shortlisted for Oral Interviews shall be required to bring along with them copies of original academic documents (O and A level Certificates, Degree Transcripts and Certificates) and a Valid National Identification Card.
4. d)Serving Officers already appointed in the Public Service shall not be considered for entry level posts under this GRE advert;
5. e)Applicants who shall not hear from the Public Service Commission on completion of the selection process should consider themselves unsuccessful.

f)     The Public Service Commission will carry out verification of all academic documents of successful candidates in order to confirm their authenticity. Any applicant established to have submitted forged document(s) shall be disqualified and charged in accordance with the laws of Uganda.

1. g)In case of any inquiry, call Tel. No.0414-237671 or 0414-254271 or 0414-342279 or send an e-mail to vacancies@psc.go.ug

4. Applicants should, among others, have the following Values:

Integrity; Accountability; Impartiality; Transparency; Respect; Responsiveness; Patriotism, Teamwork and Serving Public Interest

Ministry/DepartmentMinistry of Agriculture, Animal & FisheriesPostHYDROLOGISTScaleU4Terms of EmploymentVacancies1ReferenceHRM 147/286/01Minimum Age21Maximum AgeMinimum QualificationApplicants should be Ugandans holding an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrology; or Civil Engineering; or Environmental Engineering; or a related field from a recognized University/ Institution

Working Experience

Duties
The incumbent will be responsible to the Senior Hydrologist for performing the following duties:-

- Conducting detailed hydrological studies in order to assess waterflow, rainfall patterns, flood risks and sediment transport relevant to bridge locations;

- Analyzing historical and real-time hydrological data so as to evaluate river and stream flow characteristics as well as precipitation of events and water catchment areas;

- Providing hydrological data and analysis to support the design of bridges, ensuring that designs account for expected water levels, floods frequency and potential water induced forces;

- Conducting evaluation of water way clearance, foundation depth and other factors that impact bridge stability and safety under various hydrological conditions;

- Reviewing and evaluating designs for adherence to National Standards and International Best Practices for flood resilience, erosion control and environmental sustainability;

- Evaluating flood risk at bridge sites and recommending mitigation measures such as floodplain mapping, levee construction and bridge evaluation adjustments;

- Performing flood modelling and simulations in order to assess the impact of different flood scenarios on bridge structures and surrounding areas;

- Liaising with Civil Engineers, Environmental Specialists and Urban Planners to develop integrated flood management strategies;

- Developing and calibrating hydrological models so as to forecast water behavior during extreme weather events and understanding long-term water trends in the region;

- Conducting site visits to evaluate the existing hydrological conditions of bridge sites such as riverbed erosion, channel morphology and flood plane characteristics;

- Collecting and validating field data on streamflow, rainfall and other hydrological parameters to support ongoing projects;

- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Work Hours: 8

Experience: No Requirements

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now

All Jobs | QUICK ALERT SUBSCRIPTION