JOB DETAILS:
Job Ref: SOS-UG/JOBS/2023/01
SOS Children’s Villages is an independent, locally registered, child-focused, social development non- governmental organization with a strong reputation for providing quality care and protection, education and health needs for children without or at risk of losing parental care. Since its inception in 1991, SOS CV Uganda has reached over 100,000 children, youths and adults directly and indirectly to become empowered and self-reliant to contribute significantly to the needs of their families and communities. The organisation has the commendable experience working in partnership with a number of donors, (institutional and corporate agencies) including; Norwegian
Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), Austrian Development Corporation (ADC), Grieg
Foundation, ERIKS Development Partner, USAID/Bantwana World Education, European Union,
AVIS Foundation, Brand Charity, USAID/Uganda Private Health Support Program (UPHSP), Terre des Hommes (TDH), Stanbic Bank Uganda, DHL–Go Teach, Madhvani Group of Companies.
Job title: Maintenance Technician – Entebbe (1)
Job Summary
Reporting to Human Resource and Administration Officer, the Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the maintenance of SOS facilities including buildings, offices and household appliances, machines and other equipment.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
Maintenance of buildings
• Replacement of broken louvers/glasses.
• Replacement of worn out window mesh.
• Repair roof leakages.
• Repair/renovate cracked walls, verandahs, columns etc.
• Repaint walls.
• Clean gutters and downpipes.
• Electrical system maintenance
• Replace blown fittings like bulbs, tubes switches, sockets etc.
• Replace underground worn out electrical conductors.
• Fault tracing and rectifications in all SOS facilities.
• Plumbing system maintenance
• Replace broken plumbing fittings like taps, mixers etc.
• Repair waste water & soil water systems like sinks, toilets, bathroom fittings etc.
• Constant checking & unblocking of the sewage system like manholes, underground sewage pipelines, septic tanks etc.
• Cleaning of solar water heater panels and repair.
• Maintenance of the rain water harvesting system.
• Equipment/machines maintenance
• Servicing and repair of generators.
• Servicing and repair of the water pump.
• Servicing and repair of computers, photocopiers and printers.
• Servicing of fire extinguishers
• Household appliances maintenance
• Repair of Flat irons, Fridges, Ovens, kettles, blenders, TVs etc.
• Furniture/Carpentry repairs
• Repair of broken beds, chairs, mosquito net holders etc.
• Repair of Wardrobes, kitchen cabins, doors and door locks.
• Repair of office furniture like chairs, tables, Notice boards etc.
• Oversee compound & fence maintenance
• Repair of walk-ways in the compound.
• Supervise the cutting of the compound and hedge.
• Repair the CV fence.
• Plant the necessary compound trees and protect them from destruction by the children.
• Required Qualifications, Experience And Competences:
• Minimum Qualification:
• A diploma in any of the engineering courses of Civil, water or electrical.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in maintenance units of modern facilities.
• Functional Competencies (e.g. knowledge, skills, understanding, abilities...)
• Knowledge of computer skills (mainly MS Word and Excel).
• Knowledge of basic procurement principles.
• Skilled in a combination of hands-on tasks of electrical installation, plumbing, carpentry and masonry.
• Able to work long hours under minimum or no supervision.
• Able to work in the environment of children with knowledge of government policies concerning children.
Job Ref: SOS-UG/JOBS/2023/01
SOS Children’s Villages is an independent, locally registered, child-focused, social development non- governmental organization with a strong reputation for providing quality care and protection, education and health needs for children without or at risk of losing parental care. Since its inception in 1991, SOS CV Uganda has reached over 100,000 children, youths and adults directly and indirectly to become empowered and self-reliant to contribute significantly to the needs of their families and communities. The organisation has the commendable experience working in partnership with a number of donors, (institutional and corporate agencies) including; Norwegian
Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), Austrian Development Corporation (ADC), Grieg
Foundation, ERIKS Development Partner, USAID/Bantwana World Education, European Union,
AVIS Foundation, Brand Charity, USAID/Uganda Private Health Support Program (UPHSP), Terre des Hommes (TDH), Stanbic Bank Uganda, DHL–Go Teach, Madhvani Group of Companies.
Job title: Maintenance Technician – Entebbe (1)
Job Summary
Reporting to Human Resource and Administration Officer, the Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the maintenance of SOS facilities including buildings, offices and household appliances, machines and other equipment.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
Maintenance of buildings
• Replacement of broken louvers/glasses.
• Replacement of worn out window mesh.
• Repair roof leakages.
• Repair/renovate cracked walls, verandahs, columns etc.
• Repaint walls.
• Clean gutters and downpipes.
• Electrical system maintenance
• Replace blown fittings like bulbs, tubes switches, sockets etc.
• Replace underground worn out electrical conductors.
• Fault tracing and rectifications in all SOS facilities.
• Plumbing system maintenance
• Replace broken plumbing fittings like taps, mixers etc.
• Repair waste water & soil water systems like sinks, toilets, bathroom fittings etc.
• Constant checking & unblocking of the sewage system like manholes, underground sewage pipelines, septic tanks etc.
• Cleaning of solar water heater panels and repair.
• Maintenance of the rain water harvesting system.
• Equipment/machines maintenance
• Servicing and repair of generators.
• Servicing and repair of the water pump.
• Servicing and repair of computers, photocopiers and printers.
• Servicing of fire extinguishers
• Household appliances maintenance
• Repair of Flat irons, Fridges, Ovens, kettles, blenders, TVs etc.
• Furniture/Carpentry repairs
• Repair of broken beds, chairs, mosquito net holders etc.
• Repair of Wardrobes, kitchen cabins, doors and door locks.
• Repair of office furniture like chairs, tables, Notice boards etc.
• Oversee compound & fence maintenance
• Repair of walk-ways in the compound.
• Supervise the cutting of the compound and hedge.
• Repair the CV fence.
• Plant the necessary compound trees and protect them from destruction by the children.
• Required Qualifications, Experience And Competences:
• Minimum Qualification:
• A diploma in any of the engineering courses of Civil, water or electrical.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in maintenance units of modern facilities.
• Functional Competencies (e.g. knowledge, skills, understanding, abilities...)
• Knowledge of computer skills (mainly MS Word and Excel).
• Knowledge of basic procurement principles.
• Skilled in a combination of hands-on tasks of electrical installation, plumbing, carpentry and masonry.
• Able to work long hours under minimum or no supervision.
• Able to work in the environment of children with knowledge of government policies concerning children.
JOB DETAILS:
The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) is placing this advertisement for recruitment on behalf of the Phase One (1) District local Governments implementing the Micro-scale Irrigation Program of the Uganda Intergovernmental Fiscal Transfer Reform Program.
The recruitment will be conducted by the respective District Service Commissions with Technical assurance from MAAIF and appointments effected by the respective District Local Governments currently on one (1) year renewable contract.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to fill the vacancies to the respective District Service Commissions, for any positions applied.
Application forms (PSC Form 3) are obtainable from Public Service Commission, Kampala, District Service Commissions Countrywide, and Chief Administrative Officers’ Offices or can be downloaded from www.psc.co.ug website. Filled forms (3 copies) must be accompanied by 3 recent passport size photographs and certified copies of relevant certificates, pass slips and transcripts to reach to the Secretary, District Service Commission of the respective districts not later than 4 weeks from the date of this advert. Handwritten applications with detailed curriculum vitae are also acceptable. Applications should bear the title of the post applied and the district. For all posts, qualified Female and persons with disabilities stand an advantage.
The deadline for submitting the applications to the respective District Service Commissions is one (1) month from the date of the advert
Job Purpose
• To assist in supporting the operation, maintenance and management of mechanical components (solar and engine) of the irrigation systems.
• He/she will be is responsible for irrigation installation and makes sure that all the equipment is functioning properly by performing regular testing and any repairs needed on the irrigation equipment. The irrigation technician needs to be able to operate irrigation
Key Outputs
i) Farmers and Extension workers trained and supported in the operation, maintenance and management of engine and solar pumps;
ii) Testing of irrigation systems carried out
iii) Repairs needed on the irrigation equipment carried out iv) Inspections of the irrigation equipment conducted for quality assurance
iv) Routine inspections of installed irrigation systems conducted together with farmers vi) Performance data on the installed irrigation systems collected
Key Functions
• Testing engine and solar pumps in order to ensure their viability, efficiency and effectiveness; ii) Developing O&M plans and carrying out maintenance and repairs for the engine and solar pumps iii) providing technical training to extension staff and farmers in irrigation systems operation, maintenance and management.
• Conducting Inspections of the irrigation equipment for quality assurance to ensure that it meets the required minimum standards
• Compiling data on performance of irrigation system i.e., engine and solar pumps vi) Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Person Specifications
(ii) Qualifications:
• Should hold a Higher Diploma in mechanical/ electrical from a recognized institution;
(ii) Competences
• Running effective meetings
• Project Management;
• Records and information management;
• Time management; and Concern for quality and standards.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) is placing this advertisement for recruitment on behalf of the Phase One (1) District local Governments implementing the Micro-scale Irrigation Program of the Uganda Intergovernmental Fiscal Transfer Reform Program.
The recruitment will be conducted by the respective District Service Commissions with Technical assurance from MAAIF and appointments effected by the respective District Local Governments currently on one (1) year renewable contract.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to fill the vacancies to the respective District Service Commissions, for any positions applied.
Application forms (PSC Form 3) are obtainable from Public Service Commission, Kampala, District Service Commissions Countrywide, and Chief Administrative Officers’ Offices or can be downloaded from www.psc.co.ug website. Filled forms (3 copies) must be accompanied by 3 recent passport size photographs and certified copies of relevant certificates, pass slips and transcripts to reach to the Secretary, District Service Commission of the respective districts not later than 4 weeks from the date of this advert. Handwritten applications with detailed curriculum vitae are also acceptable. Applications should bear the title of the post applied and the district. For all posts, qualified Female and persons with disabilities stand an advantage.
The deadline for submitting the applications to the respective District Service Commissions is one (1) month from the date of the advert
Job Purpose
• To assist in supporting the operation, maintenance and management of mechanical components (solar and engine) of the irrigation systems.
• He/she will be is responsible for irrigation installation and makes sure that all the equipment is functioning properly by performing regular testing and any repairs needed on the irrigation equipment. The irrigation technician needs to be able to operate irrigation
Key Outputs
i) Farmers and Extension workers trained and supported in the operation, maintenance and management of engine and solar pumps;
ii) Testing of irrigation systems carried out
iii) Repairs needed on the irrigation equipment carried out iv) Inspections of the irrigation equipment conducted for quality assurance
iv) Routine inspections of installed irrigation systems conducted together with farmers vi) Performance data on the installed irrigation systems collected
Key Functions
• Testing engine and solar pumps in order to ensure their viability, efficiency and effectiveness; ii) Developing O&M plans and carrying out maintenance and repairs for the engine and solar pumps iii) providing technical training to extension staff and farmers in irrigation systems operation, maintenance and management.
• Conducting Inspections of the irrigation equipment for quality assurance to ensure that it meets the required minimum standards
• Compiling data on performance of irrigation system i.e., engine and solar pumps vi) Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Person Specifications
(ii) Qualifications:
• Should hold a Higher Diploma in mechanical/ electrical from a recognized institution;
(ii) Competences
• Running effective meetings
• Project Management;
• Records and information management;
• Time management; and Concern for quality and standards.
JOB DETAILS:
The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) is placing this advertisement for recruitment on behalf of the Phase One (1) District local Governments implementing the Micro-scale Irrigation Program of the Uganda Intergovernmental Fiscal Transfer Reform Program.
The recruitment will be conducted by the respective District Service Commissions with Technical assurance from MAAIF and appointments effected by the respective District Local Governments currently on one (1) year renewable contract.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to fill the vacancies to the respective District Service Commissions, for any positions applied.
Application forms (PSC Form 3) are obtainable from Public Service Commission, Kampala, District Service Commissions Countrywide, and Chief Administrative Officers’ Offices or can be downloaded from www.psc.co.ug website. Filled forms (3 copies) must be accompanied by 3 recent passport size photographs and certified copies of relevant certificates, pass slips and transcripts to reach to the Secretary, District Service Commission of the respective districts not later than 4 weeks from the date of this advert. Handwritten applications with detailed curriculum vitae are also acceptable. Applications should bear the title of the post applied and the district. For all posts, qualified Female and persons with disabilities stand an advantage.
The deadline for submitting the applications to the respective District Service Commissions is one (1) month from the date of the advert
Job Purpose
• To assist in supporting the operation, maintenance and management of irrigation systems to the farmers in the District.
• He/she will be is responsible for irrigation installation and makes sure that all the equipment is functioning properly by performing regular testing and any repairs needed on the irrigation equipment. The irrigation technician needs to be able to operate irrigation
Key Outputs
i) Farmers and Extension workers trained and supported in the operation, maintenance and management of irrigation systems;
ii) Testing of irrigation systems carried out
iii) Repairs needed on the irrigation equipment carried out iv) Inspections of the irrigation equipment conducted for quality assurance
iv) Routine inspections of installed irrigation systems conducted together with farmers vi) Performance data on the installed irrigation systems collected
Key Functions
i) Testing irrigation systems and related technologies in order to ensure their viability, efficiency and effectiveness; ii) Developing O&M plans and Carrying out maintenance and repairs for the irrigation system facilities
ii) Providing technical training to extension staff and farmers in irrigation systems operation, maintenance and management.
iii) Conducting Inspections of the irrigation equipment for quality assurance to ensure that it meets the required minimum standards
iv) Compiling data on performance of irrigation systems
v) Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
vi) Person Specifications
(i) Qualifications:
• Should hold a Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering from a recognized institution. Certificate in plumbing is an added advantage
(ii) Competences
• Running effective meetings
• Project Management;
• Records and information management;
• Time management; and Concern for quality and standards.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) is placing this advertisement for recruitment on behalf of the Phase One (1) District local Governments implementing the Micro-scale Irrigation Program of the Uganda Intergovernmental Fiscal Transfer Reform Program.
The recruitment will be conducted by the respective District Service Commissions with Technical assurance from MAAIF and appointments effected by the respective District Local Governments currently on one (1) year renewable contract.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to fill the vacancies to the respective District Service Commissions, for any positions applied.
Application forms (PSC Form 3) are obtainable from Public Service Commission, Kampala, District Service Commissions Countrywide, and Chief Administrative Officers’ Offices or can be downloaded from www.psc.co.ug website. Filled forms (3 copies) must be accompanied by 3 recent passport size photographs and certified copies of relevant certificates, pass slips and transcripts to reach to the Secretary, District Service Commission of the respective districts not later than 4 weeks from the date of this advert. Handwritten applications with detailed curriculum vitae are also acceptable. Applications should bear the title of the post applied and the district. For all posts, qualified Female and persons with disabilities stand an advantage.
The deadline for submitting the applications to the respective District Service Commissions is one (1) month from the date of the advert
Job Purpose
• To assist in supporting the operation, maintenance and management of irrigation systems to the farmers in the District.
• He/she will be is responsible for irrigation installation and makes sure that all the equipment is functioning properly by performing regular testing and any repairs needed on the irrigation equipment. The irrigation technician needs to be able to operate irrigation
Key Outputs
i) Farmers and Extension workers trained and supported in the operation, maintenance and management of irrigation systems;
ii) Testing of irrigation systems carried out
iii) Repairs needed on the irrigation equipment carried out iv) Inspections of the irrigation equipment conducted for quality assurance
iv) Routine inspections of installed irrigation systems conducted together with farmers vi) Performance data on the installed irrigation systems collected
Key Functions
i) Testing irrigation systems and related technologies in order to ensure their viability, efficiency and effectiveness; ii) Developing O&M plans and Carrying out maintenance and repairs for the irrigation system facilities
ii) Providing technical training to extension staff and farmers in irrigation systems operation, maintenance and management.
iii) Conducting Inspections of the irrigation equipment for quality assurance to ensure that it meets the required minimum standards
iv) Compiling data on performance of irrigation systems
v) Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
vi) Person Specifications
(i) Qualifications:
• Should hold a Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering from a recognized institution. Certificate in plumbing is an added advantage
(ii) Competences
• Running effective meetings
• Project Management;
• Records and information management;
• Time management; and Concern for quality and standards.