Job Details (DIRECTOR ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES)

THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

 

PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

 

     Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill available vacancies in Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies. Applications should be filled ON-LINE and submitted not later than Monday 16th May, 2022. The link to the e- recruitment system can be accessed at http://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 and confirmation) on-line.

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

d)         Officers serving in the Public Service are required to print an Extract of PS Form 3 (2008) and obtain recommendation from the Responsible Officers.  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 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.

 

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 their original certificates, transcripts and letters of employment, National Identity Cards, Letters of Referees during the Oral Interviews.

d)            The Job Descriptions and Person Specifications as well as other details about the Jobs can be accessed and viewed on the PSC Website https://vacancies.psc.go.ug/ors

e)             The Commission Adverts are ONLY uploaded on the e-recruitment system under the website stated in (d) above and not any other platforms

f)              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, Records Management Skills, Mobilization Skills, Ability to Coach Subordinates and Report Writing Skills.

 

-           Strategic Thinking, Negotiation Skills, Team Building, Conflict Management, Problem Solving, Change Management, Research and Project Management Skills.


Ministry/Department
Kampala Capital City Authority
Post
DIRECTOR ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES
Scale
KCCA3
Terms of Employment
LOCAL CONTRACT OF THREE (3) YEARS RENEWABLE ON MUTUAL AGREEMENT
Vacancies
1
Reference
DSC 15/184/04
Minimum Age
35
Maximum Age

Minimum Qualification
Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; or Electrical Engineering and any other related course or any other related field, plus a Master’s Degree in any of the above fields from a recognized University or Institution. Applicants should be registered with the Uganda Engineers Registration Board (UERB) and should be Members to any other relevant Professional Associations.
Working Experience
Applicants should have a minimum of ten (10) years working experience, five (5) of which should have been gained at Commissioner or Head of Department level in Government or from a reputable organization.
Duties
The incumbent will be responsible to the Executive Director for performing the following duties:-

-       Planning, developing and reviewing the Annual Engineering and technical works Plan, set benchmarks for the implementation of the planned projects, evaluate the performance of the plan and generate Reports to management as required.

-       Designing and implementing projects aiming at the improving the performance of the City   infrastructure in line with KCCA mandate.

-       Planning, designing and managing the construction, rehabilitation, upgrading and periodic maintenance of the City drainage systems and City Roads including the Road marking and signage in line with the approved work plan.

-       Planning, designing and managing the provision of traffic and street lighting for the City in line with KCCA work plan.

-       Planning, designing and managing the construction and maintenance of the City Authority Building Infrastructure in line with the    approved work plan.

-       Designing and implementing a system for Planning and coordinating the repair of the city motor vehicles and machinery in line with the Authority management policies.

-       Managing the performance of staff under direct supervision in accordance with the Performance Management guidelines.

 

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


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