7 Vacancies

UNBS is currently looking for suitable and qualifi ed candidates to fi ll the following available posts.

• Senior Analyst- Microbiology (1 Post)
• Inspectors (10 Posts)
• Analyst Electrical & Microbiology-(2 Posts)-
• Legal Metrologist (4 Posts)
• Assistant Inspectors (8 Posts)
• Technicians- Microbiology and Chemistry

Laboratories(2 Posts)
• Human Resource Offi cer (Training & Development) (1 Post)

Mode of Application:
Interested persons with the requirements may submit their applications together with attached copies of all academic qualifi cations, copies of valid identity cards and detailed CVs with mobile telephone numbers indicated, to the address below in person or by courier latest 5.00pm, 5th November 2010.

The Executive Director,
Uganda National Bureau of Standards,
Plot M217 Nakawa Industrial Area,
P.O Box 6329, KAMPALA

1. Senior Analyst- Microbiology (1 Post) (Salary Scale UNBS 5)
Reports to the Head, Micro Biology Laboratory and performs the following duties and responsibilities:- carry out none routine tests on samples received for the fi rst time and any other complex tests; assist the Head of Division in initiating and developing appropriate test methods and procedures; ensure UNBS and industry adopt the latest methods and technology in the specifi c area of testing (Chemistry, Electrical, Materials, Microbiology or Petroleum);participate in research relevant to standards development with emphasis on standard test methods; verify and interpret test results by subordinate staff to ensure accuracy; liaise with the Head of Division and other relevant offi cers in writing test repots and test certifi cates; ensure proper document control of laboratory records; and participate in technical committee meetings in standards formulation.

Qualifications and other requirements:
• The successful candidates shall have a good University degree in Food Science/Food Technology, or in Biological Sciences from a recognized institution
• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet applications.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Microbiology laboratory setting at graduate level or 5 years at technician level.
• Being conversant with ISO/IEC 17025 Standard and having worked in an accredited lab is an added
advantage.

The successful candidate needs to be a team player, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills.

2. Inspectors (10 Posts) (Salary Scale UNBS 6)

Reporting to Senior Inspector, the Inspector will be responsible for the following duties; Undertake planning and operation of UNBS Quality Assurance Programmes of Inspection, quality promotion and development; carry out inspections for quality conformity within UNBS mandate; assist in the establishing
and implementing a system for routine sampling and testing of customer site products; provide training and advisory services to relevant stakeholders; prepare regular reports and updates on inspection activities and programmes; liaise with stakeholders on matters related to standards implementation
and enforcement and perform any other duties assigned from time to time by the supervising offi cer.

Qualifications and other requirements
• A good University Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food science, Food Technology, Engineering or any
other science related qualifi cation from a recognized University/Institution
• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet applications.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Quality Assurance, or quality control, Standards Development or Laboratory

Testing at graduate level.
The successful candidate needs to be a team player, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills.

3. Analyst (2 Positions) for (Electrical, & Micro biology) (Salary Scale 6)
Reporting to the Head of the Laboratory; the successful candidate shall be required to perform the following duties; provide an environment necessary to analyse samples accurately, quickly, and at a low cost through proper planning, careful spending of budget, and promotion of good staff relations; prepare sampling plans and carry out inspections; spend sometime every day at the bench with technicians performing the tests in the respective laboratories; evaluate analytical information and submits it to higher authorities for approval; ensure the availability of supplies, ensure safety procedures, maintenance of good Laboratory practices and suggesting to the authorities the disciplinary measures
required for effi cient functioning of the laboratory; initiate or recommend corrective actions for improvement, as may be necessary; undertake quality control activities/system of the laboratories to conform to the authorized policies, procedures, and sound laboratory practice.

Qualifications and other requirements:
• The successful candidates shall have a good University degree in the relevant fi elds of Electrical Engineering (for Electrical post) and Food Science (for Microbiology post) or Biological Sciences from a recognized institution
• Must be computer literate with emphasis on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the use of Internet.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a laboratory setting at graduate level or 4 years at technician level.
• Being conversant with ISO/IEC 17025 Standard and having worked in an accredited lab will be an added
advantage,

The successful candidate needs to be a team player, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills

4. Legal Metrologist (4 Posts) (Salary Scale UNBS 6)
Reporting to the Heads of Section, the Legal Metrologist will be responsible for assisting in development of policy, procedures and other guidelines for the execution of legal metrology; onitor continuously application of policy, procedures and other guidelines so as to identify and recommend what needs to be improved; carry out sensitization for traders and general members of the public on matters of weights and measures; compile and submit annual, monthly and weekly work plans to the Manager, Legal Metrology; check validity of the weights, and to ascertain that the instruments/equipment read accurate values and are not in whatever way, falsifi ed; conduct as scheduled, inspections in shops and other places of commerce so as to ascertain that the pre-packages goods being sold are packed in accurate values; and perform any other duties assigned from time to time by the supervising offi cer.

Qualifications and other requirements
• A good University Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Physics from a recognized University/Institution
• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet applications.
• Minimum of 2 years experience at graduate level.

The successful candidate needs to be a team player, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills.

5. Assistant Inspectors (8 Posts) (Salary Scale UNBS 7)
Reporting to Imports Inspector, the Assistant Imports Inspectors will be responsible for Implementing UNBS Quality Assurance Programmes concerned with inspection, market surveillance, and quality promotion and development; undertake shipment inspection of imports/exports for quality conformity within UNBS mandate; Provide technical advisory and training services to the manufacturing industry; Prepare and regularly update guides and reference materials required for training, inspection, sampling and related materials; Prepare reports and maintain records of inspection and other quality assurance activities; Undertake any other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications and other requirements
• The successful candidates shall have a Ordinary Diploma in Food Science, Mechanical Engineering,
Electrical Engineering, or Chemistry as the case may be
• Possession of a Higher Diploma in any of the relevant fi eld is an added advantage
• Should be profi cient in computer - Ms Word and Excel, and able to use the Internet
• Should have self-drive and proven integrity
• Minimum of 1 year experience

6. Technicians- Microbiology and Chemistry (2 Posts) (Salary Scale UNBS 7
Reporting to the Head of Chemistry Laboratory or Micro Biology or Electrical as the case may be. The successful candidate shall be required to perform the following duties; prepare reagents and microbiological culture media; maintain adequate sterile glassware and sampling tools for daily use;
receive samples for analysis and appropriate storage where necessary; maintain equipment in operating conditions and service checks; collect samples from the industries and other relevant sources (sampling);perform tests and maintain detailed records of all analysis; supervise house keeping of the
laboratory; prepare the lists of items to be purchased; check whether electricity, gas, water supplies, air-conditioning and other services are in order; initiate or recommend corrective actions for improvement, as may be necessary; undertake the quality control activities/system of the laboratories to conform to the authorized policies, procedures and sound laboratory practice.

Qualifications and other requirements:
• The successful candidates shall have a good Diploma in Chemistry or Bio- Chemistry, Food Science from a recognized institution
• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet applications.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a laboratory setting
• Being conversant with ISO/IEC 17025 and having worked in an accredited lab will be an added advantage,

7. Human Resource Offi cer (Training & Development) (1 Post) (Salary Scale UNBS 6)
Reports to the Human Resource Manager, and performs the following duties and responsibilities:-Identify individual and organizational training needs through job analysis, staff appraisals and regular consultations with supervisors and Heads of Departments ; oversee the Training and Development
activities of the Bureau; Investigate what training is available from Government agencies, ministries and donor agencies and maintain a data base of training providers; Design training courses and programmes necessary to meet training needs, or manage this activity via external provider (s);Develop a draft training policy for approval by the HR Manager; Prepare an annual training plan and budget for each Department and for the overall organization in consultation with Heads of Departments and the HR Manager; Design training courses and all training material; Review training courses prepared by
the Trainers; Manage the delivery, development and evaluate of training and development programmes, monitor and review the progress of trainees through questionnaires and discussions with Managers or Heads of Departments; Review all course evaluations and participant evaluations; Monitor effectiveness of training and evaluate all courses taken in and outside Uganda; Prepare a monthly training report;
Organize training facilities, venues and equipment; Arrange all training courses, and provide administrative support. Notify participants and distribute training material; Monitor costs of training against budgets; ensure that training and development activities are carried out in accordance with plans; Advise management and staff on training and development issues.

Qualifications and other requirements:
• The successful candidates shall have a good honors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or B.Com (Human Resource Management Option), Social Sciences, from a recognized University
• A post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management and or a certifi cate of training of trainers is an added advantage
• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet applications
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a reputable organization or Consulting fi rm

The successful candidate needs to be a team player with Passion for people development, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills, time management skills, ability to work with cross- departmental teams and have high integrity and confi dentiality.

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