Applications are invited from suitably qualified Public Officers serving in Ministries/Departments/Agencies and Local Governments to fill Vacant Posts. Applications should be filled ON-LINE not later than Wednesday 30th September, 2020. The link to the e- recruitment system can be accessed at https://vacancies.psc.go.ug/ors.
Applicants are advised to: -
a) Apply ON-LINE.
b) Scan 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 https://vacancies.psc.go.ug/ors.
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 sign in 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.
NB. You can only apply for one post.
Please Note: -
a) Only applications on-line will be considered.
b) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified through their e-mail addresses.
c) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to bring along with them their original certificates, transcripts, letters of employment and a National Identity Card during the Oral Interviews.
d) Short listed Applicants should ensure that their Staff Performance Appraisal forms for the last three (3) Financial Years are submitted to the Commission before the date for Oral Interviews.
e) In case of any inquiry, contact Tel. No. 0414254271 or 0414342279 or e-mail 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.
- Preparing, implementing and providing technical support on phytosanitary and quarantines and guiding the various units both at the headquarters, entry points and district offices;
- Coordinating phytosanitary and quarantine inspection, certification and issuance of Plant Import Permits and phytosanitary Certificates;
- Coordinating activities of the division and supervising all staff tasked to deliver plant inspectorate activities at all major entry/exit posts;
- Promoting public/private sector awareness on phytosanitary requirements and laws, regulations, policies, procedures and other information related activities;
- Establishing collaboration linkages with the relevant stakeholders in the implementation of phytosanitary and quarantine activities;
- Building capacity and training phytosanitary and quarantine inspectors and relevant stakeholders at all levels;
- Enforcing adherence of exported/imported plants and plant products to SPS and IPPC requirements;
- Establishing functional post, internal and entry quarantine diagnostic laboratory, screen/green houses, treatment and incineration facilities;
- Preparing project proposals in the related field;
- Establishing registration and certification of all exporters of plants and plant products;
- Preparing performance reports, workplans and budgets and submitting them to the Supervisor for further action;
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
