Job Details (DIRECTOR GENDER, COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PRODUCTION)

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 GENDER, COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PRODUCTION
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 either Social Work and Social Administration; or Social Sciences; or other related field, plus a Master’s Degree in either Gender; or Social Work and Social Administration; or Social Sciences; or any other related course from a recognized University or Institution.
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 monitoring the implementation of sustainable socio- economic strategy for gender and the youth including equity opportunities and programs and empowerment of with the adequate knowledge skills, resources for sustenance of self and families in the City.

-       Developing, designing and evaluating the effectiveness of programs for raising awareness and empowerment of People-With- Disabilities and the Elderly.

-       Developing and monitoring the implementation of Poverty Eradication / Alleviation Programs including the functional adult literacy, income generating projects / gainful employment opportunities, and diversification and marketing of the agriculture and fisheries.

-       Planning and enforcing the Social and Labour Legislation to protect the working class and regulate the relations between the workers and their employers.

-       Developing and monitoring the provision of appropriate legal measures for the protection of human rights of all City Citizens and provide legal-aid services to the under privileged where human rights have been violated and need protection.

-       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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