Engineering Jobs at World Vision Uganda and Other Companies

JOB DETAILS:
Back ground
World Vision Uganda (WVU) is a Christian relief, development and advocacy non-government organisation dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We currently work in 43 districts and have 48 Area Programmes implementing projects in health & nutrition, water, sanitation & hygiene (WASH), livelihoods & resilience, education and child protection. World Vision (WV) is committed to the protection of children and adult beneficiaries from exploitation and abuse and will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with these beneficiaries. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
Due to expansion in scope of our programmes, we are now seeking for a qualified and passionate individual willing to share in our vision and join the team in the following role.
Position: Engineering Officer
Report to: Consortium Programme Manager
Location: Arua District
Advert End Date: 17th January 2023
Purpose of the position:
Provide technical oversight to the West Nile Region building and construction works

Key Outputs/Responsibilities
• Oversee the technical implementation of Echo- Equate Project constructions in the Region
• Supervise Engineering activities such as building constructions; Classroom renovations; Water System constructions including all processes from designs, specifications, BoQs, quotations and procurement through to implementation to impact of program in liaison with Procurement and Consortium Managers.
• Supervise community mobilization teams to engage full participation of beneficiaries in designs, and maintenance of infrastructure construction activities as well as contributions of labour and materials where appropriate.
• Network/partner with district officials/other stakeholders to ensure standards, regulations, procedures are adhered to.
• Supervise contractors and assigned staff undertaking project implementation.
• Develop Monitoring tools and undertake M&E function of Program activities/construction for quality assurance.
• Give technical oversight/guidance and advise to regional team concerning construction and engineering works in the Region
• Facilitate design of community operation and maintenance of engineering plans of buildings/ infrastructure and be involved in trainings for such committees.
• Data collection, accurate record keeping and management of information to measure progress and impact of program activities
• Provision of weekly updates and monthly reports to the consortium manager and National Construction Engineer

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience.
• University Degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 3 years of previous experience in designs and Construction work supervision with development agency.
• Computer literacy is needed
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Epanet, GPS mapping software is added advantage.
• Good command of oral and written English is a must; local language skills are an asset. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motorcycle riding /Driving skills are an asset.
• Computer literate
• Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
• Attend and participate/lead in daily devotions and weekly Chapel services.
• Perform other duties as required.
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants Only


JOB DETAILS:
Request For Expression Of Interest (EOI) For The Vacant Positions In The Ministry Of Health Under The Uganda Covid-19 Response And Emergency Preparedness Project (UCREPP)
Procurement Reference Number MOH-UCREPP/Cons/22-23/00005
1.0 Introduction

The Government of the Republic of Uganda has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the implementation of the Uganda Covid-19 Response and Emergency Preparedness Project (UCREPP).
The Project is being implemented through existing government structures whereby respective Departments at the Ministry of Health and other government parastatals are responsible for implementing respective components of the Project.
To assist the Ministry of Health in implementing project activities, the Government wishes to engage the services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant positions indicated below.
Job title: Project Civil Engineer-01 Position
Objectives of the Assignment

The objective of the assignment is to provide civil engineering expertise in the design and supervision of civil works at the Ministry of Health.

Scope of the Assignment and Key Responsibilities
The Project Civil Engineer will carry out the following duties:
• Review the engineering designs and technical specifications developed by Project consultants to ensure consistency with the Project objectives. b) Provide advice, coordinate and monitor all civil works services during the design and implementation of the Project.
• Participate in preparation of tender documents, tender evaluation and tender reports.
• Undertake scheduled site visits and participate in site meetings for the civil works under the Project.
• Maintain records relating to design, construction and related correspondence.
• Prepare quality monthly, quarterly adhoc Project progress reports.
• Participate in the appraisal of the consultants and contractors to make sure that they are working in line with the contractual scope of work and Terms of Reference.
• Participate in the appraisal of the project to ensure that the key performance indicators of the project are achieved.
• Undertake monthly and ad hoc supervision of civil works by Contractors. j) Review of technical reports prepared by Consultants.
• k) Review and advise on the work completion certificates from contractors. I) Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Project Coordinator and the Commissioner Health Services (Health Infrastructure).

• Qualifications and Competences
• The applicant must be a Ugandan National with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent.
• The applicant should possess a Post Graduate Diploma in Project
• Planning and Management, Construction Management or a related field. c) The applicant must have a minimum of ten (10) years practical working experience in handling large infrastructure construction works.
• Must be a registered Civil Engineer with the Engineers' Registration Board (ERB).
• The applicant should be able to use MS Excel, AutoCAD and other necessary computer packages.

• Other requirements
• Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, both oral and written. c) Strong coaching and leadership skills.
• Works under minimum supervision and meets strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated integrity and confidentiality in handling public matters/ resources


JOB DETAILS:
Request For Expression Of Interest (EOI) For The Vacant Positions In The Ministry Of Health Under The Uganda Covid-19 Response And Emergency Preparedness Project (UCREPP)
Procurement Reference Number MOH-UCREPP/Cons/22-23/00005
1.0 Introduction

The Government of the Republic of Uganda has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the implementation of the Uganda Covid-19 Response and Emergency Preparedness Project (UCREPP).
The Project is being implemented through existing government structures whereby respective Departments at the Ministry of Health and other government parastatals are responsible for implementing respective components of the Project.
To assist the Ministry of Health in implementing project activities, the Government wishes to engage the services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant positions indicated below.
Job title: Project Civil Engineer-01 Position
Objectives of the Assignment

The objective of the assignment is to provide civil engineering expertise in the design and supervision of civil works at the Ministry of Health.

Scope of the Assignment and Key Responsibilities
The Project Civil Engineer will carry out the following duties:
• Review the engineering designs and technical specifications developed by Project consultants to ensure consistency with the Project objectives. b) Provide advice, coordinate and monitor all civil works services during the design and implementation of the Project.
• Participate in preparation of tender documents, tender evaluation and tender reports.
• Undertake scheduled site visits and participate in site meetings for the civil works under the Project.
• Maintain records relating to design, construction and related correspondence.
• Prepare quality monthly, quarterly adhoc Project progress reports.
• Participate in the appraisal of the consultants and contractors to make sure that they are working in line with the contractual scope of work and Terms of Reference.
• Participate in the appraisal of the project to ensure that the key performance indicators of the project are achieved.
• Undertake monthly and ad hoc supervision of civil works by Contractors. j) Review of technical reports prepared by Consultants.
• k) Review and advise on the work completion certificates from contractors. I) Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Project Coordinator and the Commissioner Health Services (Health Infrastructure).

• Qualifications and Competences
• The applicant must be a Ugandan National with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent.
• The applicant should possess a Post Graduate Diploma in Project
• Planning and Management, Construction Management or a related field. c) The applicant must have a minimum of ten (10) years practical working experience in handling large infrastructure construction works.
• Must be a registered Civil Engineer with the Engineers' Registration Board (ERB).
• The applicant should be able to use MS Excel, AutoCAD and other necessary computer packages.

• Other requirements
• Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, both oral and written. c) Strong coaching and leadership skills.
• Works under minimum supervision and meets strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated integrity and confidentiality in handling public matters/ resources.

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 implement strategies, programmes and plans for sustainable utilization of water for agricultural production technologies.

Key Outputs
(i) Farm inspection and assessments undertaken to collect information for developing drawings and plans for irrigation systems and other water for agriculture production facilities
(ii) Construction and installation of irrigation systems and structures monitored and supervised
(iii) Advise on constructing methods, materials and quality standards and developing the necessary designs provided;
(iv) Energy and Farm systems and related technologies tested and certified.
(v) Operation, maintenance and management of farm power systems and facilities and related farm structures effectively rolled out.
(vi) Farmer and extension staff trained on in farm systems operation, maintenance and management, soil and water conservation.
(vii) Data on land use, soil conservation, farming systems, irrigation potential and irrigated land; performance of irrigation systems and water for agricultural production, compiled and analyzed;

Key Functions
(i) Liaise with Senior Agriculture Engineer to carry out farm inspections to assess sites and collect information for developing drawings and plans for farm systems and other water for Agricultural production facilities and structures.
(ii) Advising on constructing, materials quality standards and developing the necessary designs and drawings.
(iii) Inspection and testing all farm systems and related technologies in order to ensure their functionality, efficiency and effectiveness;
(iv) Promoting operation, maintenance and management of farm and irrigation systems facilities and related farm structures.
(v) Providing technical support training to extension staff and farmers in irrigation systems operation, maintenance and management, soil water conservation, and water harvesting;
(vi) Compiling and analyzing data on land use, soil conservation, farming systems and irrigation potential and irrigated land; performance of irrigation systems and water for agricultural production,
(vii) Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time


Person Specifications
Qualifications

(i) Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Engineering Mechanical or Civil Engineering or Irrigation Engineering or Water Resources Engineering from recognized University/Institution or related qualifications from recognized from a recognized University/Institution.

Competences
• Planning organizing and coordinating;
• Project management;
• Knowledge in Agricultural engineering;
• Ethics and integrity;
• Communication; and
• Time management.