Job Details (DIRECTOR, FISHERIES RESOURCES )

 

THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

 

 

PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified, serving Public Officers in Ministries/Departments/Agencies and Local Governments to fill vacant posts.  Application Forms/Public Service Form No.3 (2008) should be filled ON-LINE not later than 18 May, 2018.  The link to the e-recruitment system can be accessed via the Public Service Commission website www.psc.go.ug .

 

Applicants are advised to: -

 

a)    Apply ON-LINE.

b)    Scan, attach and submit relevant documents (‘O Level, ‘A Level, Degree and Professional Documents, copies of letters of appointment, confirmation and promotion) On-line.

c)    Each attachment must not exceed a limit of 1MB and only portable documents format (PDF) is allowed.

d)    Print an Extract of PS Form 3 (2008) and obtain recommendation from the Responsible Officer.  Scan the recommendation together with the rest of the documents and submit online.

 

Application Process

      i.        Visit the website www.psc.go.ug (go to Jobline and click ‘Apply Online’)

     ii.        Register only once as a new user and login

    iii.        Complete your profile (starting with the Bio data moving downwards)

   iv.        View Available Adverts and the jobs therein.

    v.        Click on a Job from the list of the advertised jobs

   vi.        View the Job Details and Click Apply now

  vii.        Review your application and SUBMIT your application.

NB. You can apply for a maximum of two posts for a given advert

 

Please Note: -

 

a)    Only applications On-line will be considered.

b)    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

c)    Shortlisted candidates shall be required to bring along with their original certificates, transcripts and letters of employment during the Oral Interviews.

d)    Applicants should ensure that their Staff Performance Appraisals for the last three (3) Financial Years are submitted to the Commission before the date of Oral Interviews.

e)    In case of any inquiry, call Tel. No. 0414237671, 0414254271 or 0414342279 or send an e-mail to vacancies@psc.go.ug

 

 

Applicants should have the following Core Competencies:

 

-       Public Sector Management, Results Orientation, Ethics and Integrity, Interpersonal, Communication and Computer Skills, Ability To Adapt To Multi Cultural Settings, Innovation, Concern for Quality, Standards and Technical Competence, Ability to Coach Subordinates and Report Writing Skills.

 

-       Strategic Thinking, Negotiation Skills, Team Building, Conflict Management, Policy Development, Change Management, Research and Project Management Skills.


Ministry/Department
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal & Fisheries
Post
DIRECTOR, FISHERIES RESOURCES 
Scale
U1SE
Terms of Employment
Vacancies
1
Reference
HRM 46/70/01 VOL.8
Minimum Age
38
Maximum Age

Minimum Qualification
Applicants should be Ugandans in possession of an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries or Zoology or Aquatic or Biological Science plus a Master of Science Degree in any of the specified disciplines above from a recognized University/Institution. Possession of additional qualifications in Leadership, Business Administration, Public Administration or Management will be added advantage.
Working Experience
Applicants should have twelve (12) years relevant working experience in the Fisheries Resources Management and Development, three (3) of which should have been served at the level of Commissioner in Government or equivalent level of relevant experience from a reputable organization.
Duties
The incumbent will be responsible to the Permanent Secretary for performing the following duties:-

-     Formulating and implementing policies, laws, standards, plans and strategies for sustainable exploitation of fisheries resources;

-     Transferring improved fish production technologies to service providers, processors, traders and consumers;

-     Providing quality assurance of advisory services on fish production, value addition and trade;

-     Monitoring production productivity of the natural fisheries resources;

-     Supporting use of improved fish fry and appropriate fisheries stocking materials for sustainable fisheries development and management;

-     Surveilling for both capture and aquaculture through national and co-management arrangements;

-     Establishing, operationalizing and maintaining an up to date national database on  fisheries activities;

-     Strengthening Human and institutional capacity for effective service delivery and fisheries management and development;

-     Supporting monitoring, inspection, evaluation and harmonization of national programs and projects in the fisheries sub sector;

-     Mobilizing resources and assistance for the fisheries sub sector;

-     Establishing and strengthening frameworks for linkages and collaboration with National, Regional, and International  stakeholders to enhance sustainability in fisheries development and management;

-     Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.


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