Job Title: Invigilator (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: British Council
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We work in two ways – directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK.
Job Summary: About the Invigilator – To ensure that any test administered by the British Council runs smoothly on the test day/s and that all assigned test day duties and standards are met.
The Opportunity
The post holder will be part of Uganda Exams team. The post holder will be part of a wider pool of test day personnel, contracted to support the delivery of a variety of tests on behalf of the British Council across various locations in the country. The post holder will be required to work very closely with a team of other test day personnel and test day service providers.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Main accountabilities but not limited to the following:
Programme/service support
- Report promptly to test venue at agreed time. In case of any delays or if unable to get to the test venue, inform the appropriate test day or British Council Examinations Services staff in a timely manner.
- Follow all relevant standards & procedures, based on training and reference materials provided by the British Council Examinations Services and the relevant Exam Boards.
- Be familiar with the emergency procedures for the test day venue.
Customer support
- Enable good customer flow by giving candidates clear direction and answering their enquiries.
- Ensure that candidates follow the agreed exam procedures regarding the location and security of their belongings.
Training and development:
- Attend all briefing and training sessions as requested by the British Council Examinations Services Centre.
- Complete all mandatory training modules: Data Protection, Child Protection, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities and Diversity, Anti-Fraud, Identity Checks as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Fluency in speaking and writing in English language
- Experience of planning and delivery in a fast-paced operational environment at a management level
- Diploma or Equivalent Qualification (Desirable)
- Customer Service: Experience of responding to children/ young adults and parents’ needs (as customers) in a professional manner, to a high level of quality.
- Awareness of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. (Desirable)
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online through the British Council online application system at the link below.
Deadline: 9th October 2025
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Level of Education: Diploma, Associate’s Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no experience required