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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