THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA
PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
ADDENDUM TO PSC INTERNAL ADVERT NO.1/2025 (FOR ONLY STAFF OF THE FORMER UNRA AND URF)
1.0 The Secretary, Public Service Commission would like to inform all staff of the former Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) and Uganda Road Fund (URF) that PSC Internal Advert No. 1/2025 (FOR ONLY STAFF OF THE FORMER UNRA AND URF) which was published in the New Vision Newspaper of Monday 6th January 2025 with a closing date of 10th January 2025 has been reviewed arising out of additional submissions and consultations with the key stakeholders, namely:
a) Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet
b) Ministry of Works and Transport
c) Ministry of Public Service
d) Management of former UNRA, URF and other key stakeholders.
1.1 A number of changes have therefore been effected in PSC Internal Advert No. 1/2025 (FOR ONLY STAFF OF THE FORMER UNRA AND URF). The changes include,
a) review and re-alignment of functional areas, Structure and Staff Establishment, Job Descriptions and Person Specifications
b) withdraw of some positions, and
c) inclusion of new positions previously not included in the Advert.
1.2 In view of the above, the following are the revised guidelines regarding this ADDENDUM arising from the changes mentioned above;
a) A detailed list of all vacant posts being advertised for filling as Annex 1 which appears at the beginning of the advert.
b) All applicants who had already submitted applications for positions that have been affected by the changes mentioned above, are required to apply afresh for a maximum of two (2) positions of their choice in line with the guidelines and the posts listed in Annex 1
1.3 For avoidance of doubt, it should be noted that the changes mentioned above only affected technical positions but did not affect the common cadre positions. Officers who had applied for common cadre positions are therefore hereby informed that they do not need to re-apply because their applications are still valid and shall be considered. Positions in this category are listed in Annex 11.
a) The former staff of UNRA and URF are hereby advised to carefully scrutinize the Addendum, the detailed summary of the affected positions as indicated in Annex 1 and also uploaded on the PSC website, https://vacancies.psc.go.ug before re-applying for other posts.
b) All staff of former UNRA and URF who had responded to PSC Internal Advert No. 1/ 2025 (FOR ONLY STAFF OF THE FORMER UNRA AND URF), specifically those who had applied for technical positions stated in the Addendum are required to apply afresh.
c) An Addendum to PSC Internal Advert No. 1/2025 [RAPEX Advert 4/2025] (FOR ONLY STAFF OF THE FORMER UNRA AND URF) is hereby released.
1.4 The deadline for submission of applications in respect to the Addendum is Monday 24th February, 2025 before midnight.
1.5 Mandatory Instructions to Applicants: -
a) Apply ON-LINE.
b) Scan and submit on-line relevant documents namely; (‘O’ and A’ Level Certificates; Bachelor’s Degrees and Post Graduate academic qualifications; Transcripts and Certificates; Professional qualifications documents; copies of letters of appointment; confirmation and promotion).
c) Each attachment must not exceed a limit of 1MB and only portable documents format (PDF) is allowed.
d) An applicant is allowed to apply for a maximum of two posts; clearly indicating the words “first choice”, and “second choice” against the designation of the post applied for. The order of choices and preference shall be considered in case one is successful for more than one position.
1.6 Application Process
i) Visit the website https://vacancies.psc.go.ug
ii) Click on ‘register as a new user’ to create your account and complete your profile, starting with the bio data moving downwards
iii) If you already have an account; simply click on your right and update your profile
iv) Click a Job from the list of advertised jobs in the menu.
v) View the Job Details and Click ‘Apply now’
vi) Review your application and SUBMIT.
1.7 Please Note: -
a) Only on-line applications will be considered.
b) Only applicants duly appointed by the Boards of the affected Agencies and were on the June 2024 payroll will be considered
c) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
d) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to bring along with them their original certificates of ‘O’ and ‘A’ level; Bachelor’s Degrees and Post Graduate academic qualifications; Transcripts and Certificates; letters of employment; National Identity Cards during the Oral Interviews.
e) Short listed applicants should ensure that their Staff Performance Appraisal Forms for the last three (3) Financial Years 2021/2022; 2022/2023; 2023/2024 are submitted to the Commission before the date for Oral Interviews; where applicable.
f) The Public Service Commission will carry out verification of all academic and appointment documents in order to confirm their authenticity. Any applicant established to have submitted forged document(s) shall be charged in accordance with the laws of Uganda and he/she shall be removed from the Public Service.
g) In case of any inquiry, contact the Secretary, Public Service Commission on Tel. No. 0414254271 or 0414342279 or e-mail [email protected]
1.8 The Public Service Commission remains highly committed to serve its clients with dedication, commitment, transparency and integrity in line with its Cardinal Principles and Client Charter.
1.9 Any inconveniences caused as a result of the changes leading to issuance of this Addendum are highly regrettable.
- Developing and updating policies, Regulations, standards and guidelines in relation to matters of enforcement and Road Infrastructure Protection;
- Responsible for axle load control and enforcing compliance with vehicle load control regulations;
- Monitoring for compliance with axle load and gross load limits across the road network; and that vehicles, when loaded with cargo, observe vehicle dimension limits;
- Supervising road reserve management and protection of pavement encroachment;
- Managing Weighbridge operations ensuring compliance with legal vehicle loads;
- Managing Rapid Response Patrol Unit responsible for protecting road infrastructure including pavement, road reserves and road furniture;
- Formulating regulations for installation of billboards and grant permissions, adjust or modify road advertisement and utility lines and recommend fees for such advertisements and utility lines;
- Enforcing the Road Act and Regulations to ensure compliance with them;
- Providing technical guidance on matters related to enforcement and Road Infrastructure Protection and coordinate towing services to remove broken down vehicles at owner’s cost;
- Maintaining weighbridge infrastructure including weighbridge calibration to ensure reliability and consistency of measurements;
- Liaising with the respective divisions to obtain the list of PAPs compensated but did not vacate and enforce their compliance;
- Managing performance and development of staff under direct supervision as per the relevant Human Resources management policy;
- Preparing quarterly and annual budgets and work plans for the Division activities as well as monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports and any other incidental reports;
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
