Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, October 05, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Organization Overview:
The National Animal Genetics Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB), a body corporate under the Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries, mandated to improve animal genetics in the country, wishes to recruit the following:
JOB TITLE: Estates Officer/ Civil Engineer.
No. of Vacancy: 01
Starting date: Immediately
Duration of commitment: 3 Years Contract
Salary Expectation: Attractive
Location: HEADQUARTERS. ENTEBBE
Reporting To: Assistant Manager Estates

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE:
To supervise and ensure proper development and sustenance of physical and roads infrastructure, projects and maintenance of civil engineering works of the institution Age Limit: 25-40 Years

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports the planning, supervision and implementation of unit budgets, projects and programs; Provides support towards the safe custody of records pertaining to titling of the institution's land or renewal of leases as appropriate; Supports the supervision and periodic valuation of the Centre's estates, not withstanding the execution of internally initiated or outsourced construction, rehabilitation and repair civil engineering works; Provides support towards the development of viable civil engineering projects or designs that meet the needs of the institution or as requested by the technical Units; Provides technical support in the sourcing for external contractors in the procurement process and supports the drafting of technical specifications for civil engineering contracts; Provides input in monitoring, supervision and reporting on the status of the institution's physical infrastructure; Supports the development and execution of schedules for periodic preventive maintenance of the institution's physical infrastructure; Supports the technical Units in generating realistic technical specifications for civil engineering works during the budgeting process; Undertakes any other official duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
1. A degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University
2. A Post-graduate qualification in Estates Management or a relevant Civil Engineering discipline from a recognised institution is an added advantage.
3. Registration by the Engineers Registration Board of Uganda and membership of a recognized professional engineering body like the Uganda Institute of Professional Engineers or equivalent institution is desirable.
4. Should have well developed leadership, interpersonal relationship, negotiation and communication skills.
5. Should be computer literate, capable of using word processing, spreadsheet, database and engineering software packages.
6. Should have sound knowledge of project management, strategic planning and budgeting.
7. Working experience of at least three (3) years in civil engineering from a reputable organisation.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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Job application procedure
Address:
All CVs, applications and testimonials (including 3 work references) should STRICTLY be sent by email to; executivedirector@nagrc.go.ug  and should be addressed to:
The Executive Director
Attn: Human Resource/Administration,
National Animal Genetic Resources Centre & Data Bank,
P.O. Box 183 Nsamizi Road, Entebbe
Website: www.nagrc.go.ug 
NOTE: Only Applicants who meet the criteria specified above should apply. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity to all. PWDs and Female applicants are specifically encouraged to apply. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the above positions, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any form of canvassing shall automatically lead to disqualification.

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