Manager Testing Employment Opportunity – Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)

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Job Title:   Manager Testing  

Organisation: Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Deputy Executive Director – Standards

 

About US:

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Trade, Industry & Cooperatives responsible for Standardization, Quality Assurance, Metrology (Measurement), and Laboratory Testing (SQMT) with the objectives of facilitating fair trade, promoting local industries and protecting consumers.

 

Job Summary:  Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director – Standards, the Manager Testing takes responsibility for formulating (developing) and implementing strategies for scientifically determining products compliance to the quality, safety and performance standards through offering laboratory-testing services to both internal and external clients.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and continuously monitor policies, procedures and other guidelines for the analysis/testing of samples and dissemination of test results
  • Design, implement and continually improve the management system for quality, administrative and technical operations of testing laboratories
  • Maintain an annual inventory of facilities in the department and control the efficient use of resources
  • Spearhead the process of seeking and maintenance of laboratory accreditations for the various laboratories, which will lead to worldwide acceptance of test results to facilitate trade.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports on activities of the department and progress on implementation of work plans
  • Maintain good relations between the Department and its clients and see to it that testing services are in line with client needs and demands/requirements
  • Coordinate department staff performance and drive their productivity through ensuring that targets, plans and outputs are achieved within set schedules and budgets.
  • Take Responsibility for ensuring staff Development, engagement and growth in line with UNBS Policies and Procedural frameworks.




Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The ideal candidate should possess a Master’s Degree in science or other science related qualifications relevant to UNBS mandate, from a reputable and recognized University/Institute
  • Possession of Honours degree in science or other science related qualifications from a reputable and recognized University/Institute
  • Membership to a recognized professional body relevant to UNBS Mandate is an added advantage.
  • At least nine (9) years in standards, Metrology or Conformity assessment Systems of which five (5) years are in Supervisory role
  • Demonstrable knowledge of national, regional and international standardization work
  • Proven people leadership and functional management competencies with hands-on skills in Risk Management and internal controls functional areas
  • Training in a Management field is an added advantage
  • Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet applications among others.
  • Proven Analytical skills
  • Good planning, monitoring and evaluation skills
  • Strong Communication, negotiating, presentation and interpersonal skills
  • High level of integrity and professionalism
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with multiple stakeholder
  • Age: Between 35 and 55 years

 

How to Apply:

All interested persons with the requirements are encouraged to apply as per the guidance below;

  • Please follow the link, Click Here
  • Use your email address for registration
  • Fill in all tabs as per the application as required
  • Attach your updated CV with mobile telephone numbers indicated, copies of academic qualifications, and national identity card under the tab for documents
  • Complete your application by clicking ‘submit application’
  • No hand delivered applications will be received

 

Please NOTE:

  • Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • UNBS does not request any payments at any stage of the recruitment and review process
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

 

Deadline: 31st December 2021

 

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