Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 11, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Kakira Sugar Limited (KSL) is a leading sugar manufacturer in Uganda. KSL boasts of two (2) sugar estates, one in Kakira - Jinja and the other in Kayunga. We seek to recruit dynamic, competent and experienced candidates to fill various vacant positions in the company,
2 Laboratory Analysts
Department: Agriculture, Cane Development and Out grower

Overall purpose of the job.
To carry out analytical tests on sugarcane juice, plant tissues, soils and water in Laboratory and keep records of such test for agronomic research purposes.

Key Responsibilities:
• Performing specific tests of sugarcane for brix, pol, purity, fibre, reducing sugars and other tests as required.
• Carrying out analytical tests on plant tissue, soil and water samples from Nucleus Estate and Out growers fields for various parameters on specific request.
• Calculating proportional amounts of sugar produced per field block based on maturity tests and FEJ analysis at the end of each crop.
• Ensuring all laboratory equipment, chemicals, reagents, records are in good custody, clean and avoid users from having access dangerous chemicals.
• Monitoring the proper methods of taking samples of soil, water, leaf tissue etc to maintain the basis for accurate and reliable analytical test results,
• Monitoring and recording any presence of insect pests and other diseases and the extent of damage inflicted on the cane.
• Training other laboratory staff in using new and advanced laboratory techniques.
• Comprehend and interpret the analytical results agronomically and advise the Chief Agronomist accordingly.

Knowledge, qualifications & Experience
Education: Diploma in Laboratory practice or Biochemistry or equivalent from a recognized technical College University

Analytical Skills: A candidate for this position must be capable of gathering and interpreting raw information and data, documenting findings, and drawing appropriate recommendations.
Interpersonal Skills: The candidate must be a helpful, calm and professional individual and demonstrate calmness during times of uncertainty.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure
Renumeration: Attractive renumeration package
If you feel that you match the outlined required requirements, write to the address below, enclose photocopies of your certificates, C. V and testimonials, indicating names and address of two referees' and quoting the job position applied for on the left-hand comer of the envelope.
Your application should be addressed to:
Head of Human Resources
Kakira Sugar Limited ,
P.O. Box 121, Jinja - Uganda
Tel: 0414-444000.
Or Mail to recruitments@kakirasugar.com 
Closing date is 23 March 2022

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