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Job Title:  GIS Survey Assistant

Organisation: Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Senior GIS Officer

 

About US:

Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks and all the operational assets associated with the business currently leased to Umeme Ltd. The company monitors Umeme Ltd and other Concessionaires in Uganda, directly distributes of power in Ten (10) territories covering over 86 rural and border districts, operates a modern pole plant at Lugogo, and executes key rural electrification schemes on behalf of Government of Uganda.

 

Job Summary:   Work with GIS Officer to update the Distribution Network database in line with any additions made by the Concessionaires and conduct data capture, clean up and Maintenance of the Geographical Information System (GIS), for better analysis and decision making.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Identify and Capture Geospatial Data on Changes in the Distribution Networks (New lines, Line Diversions, Injections, Extensions, and Line Refurbishments).
  • Maintain and Clean GIS Database at all times to ensure accurate data.
  • Identify and report on high-risk hazards on the Networks.
  • Provide Basic recommendations and necessary corrective actions, based on findings in the Field.





Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in GIS (Geographical Information Science) or Survey with Electrical Engineering as an added advantage.
  • IT qualification is an added advantage.
  • One year of experience on Distribution Networks (Uganda Knowledge preferred).
  • Having a Valid Driving Permit is an added advantage
  • Creation of SLD and drawings representative of the Distribution network using Technical Software.
  • Knowledge of Desktop GIS (ArcGIS, Quantum GIS, CAD), Field Mobile GIS data Capture using handhelds based on ESRI ArcPad, and specialized Android to Accompany workflows.
  • Ability to travel anywhere in Uganda at Short Notice and walk long Distances in the field.

 

 

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their online applications at the link below. To apply; upload your CV (Clearly indicating 3 referees with contacts), Cover letter and all copies of Academic and other support documents. Put the Job title on the subject Line.

 

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Address your application to: The Head Human Resource & Administration, UEDCL Tower, Plot 37 Nakasero Road, Kampala.

 

NB: Each document that is to be uploaded should not exceed file size of 1MB. Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted for guidance on the next step.

 

Deadline: 8th March 2024 by 5:00PM.

 

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Date Posted 2024-02-29
Valid Through 2024-03-08
Employment Type FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Job Location Kampala, Kampala, Kampala , 0256, Uganda

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