Job Title: Assistant Security Officer
Organisation: Uganda Heart Institute
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) is an autonomous government entity established under The Uganda Heart Institute Act, 2016, mandated to undertake and coordinate cardiovascular disease research in Uganda. UHI seeks to recruit a qualified and competent individual on a contract basis under the Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) Research Collaborative in Uganda.
Job Summary: To support maintenance of a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, clients , property, and hospital assets by implementing security procedures, monitoring access and activities, responding to security incidents, and reporting security concerns in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Head of Security in Management of the Security at the Institute ii.
- In charge of day-to-day running of security matters in the Hospital iii.
- Participate in planning, monitoring and evaluation of security matters in the Unit iv.
- Ensure safety of Hospital properties, vehicle and estates v. Prepare security reports.
- Manage and account for allocated resources
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A Diploma in any field from recognised institution.
- Must have had police training or training in security discipline from a recognised institution.
Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a reputable organisation as security personnel.
How to Apply:
Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under-listed positions. Eligible persons should address their applications including a cover letter, copies of their academic/professional certificates and transcripts, certificates of registration and valid practicing licenses where applicable, curriculum vitae (CV), O. Level Certificates, A. level certificates (where applicable), copy of the National Identity Card and evidence of work experience where required, to the Executive Director, Uganda Heart Institute, P.O. Box 37392, Kampala. Applications can also be hand delivered to Uganda Heart Institute Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala. Online applications should be sent on the UHI official recruitment email Apply by Email. Applications which will be submitted or emailed without complete attachments or any applications which will be sent on any other email addresses other than one mentioned above, will not be accepted. Applications both physical and online, must be received not later than 5:00 pm on 11th November 2026.
Deadline: 11th November 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: associate degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36