Vacancy title:
Agriculture Engineer (Water for Production)

[Type: , Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Kotido District Local Government

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, March 28 2025

Duty Station:
Within Uganda, Kotido, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, March 27 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

• Salary Scale: U4Sc
• Reference No.: DSC/KTD/04/2025
• Representation Basis: New
• Number of Vacancies: 1

Expanded Details:

• Role Overview: An Agriculture Engineer specializing in Water for Production focuses on designing and managing water infrastructure to support agricultural activities, such as irrigation systems, water harvesting, and storage facilities. This role is critical in a semi-arid region like Kotido, where water scarcity is a major challenge for farming and livestock.
• Likely Responsibilities:
  • Designing and supervising the construction of water infrastructure, such as dams, irrigation canals, and boreholes, for agricultural use.
  • Conducting feasibility studies and assessments to identify suitable sites for water projects.
  • Maintaining and repairing water infrastructure to ensure functionality.
  • Training farmers on the use and maintenance of irrigation systems and water conservation techniques.
  • Collaborating with other departments (e.g., agriculture, environment) to integrate water projects into broader development plans.
  • Preparing technical reports and budgets for water-related projects.
• Salary Scale (U4Sc): The U4Sc scale (Science cadre) is a mid-level position for technical roles, typically requiring a degree. The monthly salary for a U4Sc position might range from UGX 900,000 to UGX 1,500,000 (approximately $240–$400 USD).
• Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on water resource management. Experience in irrigation or water for production projects, especially in arid regions, would be an advantage.

Work Hours:

Experience: No Requirements

Level of Education: Bachelor’s degree

Job application procedure

• Eligibility: Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill vacant posts in Kotido District Local Government.
• Submission Deadline: Applications must be submitted no later than 28th April 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
• Submission Format: Applications should be submitted in triplicate on PSC Form 3 (Revised 2008) to the Secretary, Kotido District Service Commission, P.O. Box 1, Kotido. Applicants must attach three recent passport-size photographs.
• Where to Obtain Forms: Application forms are available free of charge from Chief Administrative Officers’ offices, Secretaries of District Service Commissions, or the Public Service Commission in Kampala. They can also be downloaded from the Public Service Commission website: www.psc.go.ug.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Applicants who are serving officers should route their applications through their Responsible Officers, who must be informed of the closing date to avoid delays.
  • Applicants must attach copies of letters of appointment, confirmation, and promotion (if any).
• Note on Integrity: The notice emphasizes that the positions are not for sale, and any form of solicitation, bribery, or corruption should be reported to relevant authorities.

Job Descriptions

• Detailed job requirements, competencies, and specifications are available in the Ministry of Public Service Job Descriptions and Specifications for Jobs in Local Governments (2011, 2017), as well as on the Public Service Commission website.

• Signatory: The notice is signed by the Secretary, Kotido District Service Commission.

District: Kotido

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