Job Title: Officer Research and Development (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Duty Station: Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Officer Research & Development
About US:
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is a statutory body established under the Communications Act 2013 to regulate Telecommunications, Broadcasting and Postal sub-sectors. In carrying out its mandate and mission of driving the development of a robust communications sector in the country.
Job Summary: The Officer Research and Development will provide technical support to the research unit in research, project coordination, and documentation and dissemination of information.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- To conduct basic data collection and entry within the Unit in strict adherence to research.
- To provide day-to-day technical support to the supervisor on ongoing research projects ensuring work plans and timelines are met and that data quality is high.
- To participate in basic and background research in projects in the unit by identifying appropriate research techniques and methods that can support the research team.
- To participate in the preparation of research instruments, data analysis, report writing and dissemination of on-going research findings in a timely manner
- To proactively initiate and or participate in the writing of proposal to donors to secure extra funding for research and service development processes;
- To conduct research and provide input to papers on varied subjects as defined by Management from time to time for use by the Commission.
- To Participate in the conduct of feasibility studies, market research and intelligence on current and new innovations in the communication sector and generate reports, in line with the department’s work plan.
- To co-ordinate responses to external and internal research inquiries from colleagues, government departments and agencies as well as the general public.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Social Sciences, or related field
- Two years of hands-on relevant experience in the field of social-economic research and service of product development in a similar corporate environment and reputable organization
- Previous experience at a senior level will be an added advantage
- Proficiency in STATA, SPSS, and Advanced Excel:
- Proficiency in Research Methods, Product and Service development processes:
- Information and data management
- Business Alignment.
- Proficiency in the use of offline and online data collection tools
Behavioral Competencies
- High degree of integrity
- Excellent research and report writing skills.
- Ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Good interpersonal and Communication skills:
- Good presentation skills and must be able to meet set deadlines
How to Apply:
All candidates should complete the online application form and upload their CV, cover letter and relevant certificates at the link below. The CV must include 3 referees including their email address and telephone number.
Deadline: 24th March 2023
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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