Apply for Procurement Officer and LIFE-AR Programme Officers Jobs at Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE)

Vacancy Title: Procurement Officer

• Type: Full Time
• Industry: Public Administration and Government
• Category: Civil & Government
• Location: Kampala, Uganda, East Africa
• Deadline: Thursday, August 01, 2024

Summary:

• Base Salary: Not Disclosed

Job Details:

The Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) is the implementing agency for the LIFE-AR initiative, which coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Least Developed Countries Initiative for Effective Adaptation and Resilience (LIFE-AR). The project will be piloted in twelve District Local Governments.

• Reports to: Procurement Specialist
• Duty Station: Head Office-Luzira
• Number of Vacancies: 01

Terms of Employment: The assignment is for two years, subject to a six-month probation period, and may be renewed based on satisfactory performance.

Job Purpose: To ensure effective delivery of procurement services to the project.

Key Functions:

• Assist in preparing requests for quotations, invitations to bid, and proposals, and ensure their timely dispatch.
• Maintain up-to-date procurement documents and manuals.
• Develop and implement the joint program procurement plan and identify procurement priorities.
• Coordinate with selected bidders to complete administrative processes.
• Maintain accurate records for accountability and audit purposes.
• Regularly update a database of contract documentation, terms of references, and suppliers.

Qualifications:

• An honors Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Logistics Management or a related field.
• CIPS certification.
• At least one year of experience in project administration with an emphasis on procurement and contracting management.
• Experience with World Bank or other international development organizations is an advantage.

Job Application Procedure: Interested applicants should submit their applications by clicking on the link below and including recent (3) passport-size photographs, CVs detailing work experience, current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications, and contact details of three referees. Applications should be addressed to:

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira P.O Box, 20026, Kampala. Applications must be delivered to the Ministry Headquarters by Wednesday, July 31, 2024, or sent via email.

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Vacancy Title: LIFE-AR Programme Officers

• Type: Full Time
• Industry: Public Administration and Government
• Category: Civil & Government
• Location: Kampala, Uganda, East Africa
• Deadline: Thursday, August 01, 2024

Summary:

• Base Salary: Not Disclosed

Job Details:

The Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) is the implementing agency for the LIFE-AR initiative, which coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Least Developed Countries Initiative for Effective Adaptation and Resilience (LIFE-AR). The project will be piloted in twelve District Local Governments.

• Reports to: LIFE-AR National Focal Point
• Duty Station: Piloted LIFE-AR Districts
• Number of Vacancies: 24

Key Functions:

• Support Districts in developing work plans and budgets.
• Assist in implementing work plans based on approved budgets.
• Ensure timely reporting and accounting for activities.
• Coordinate between MWE (National Secretariat) and districts.
• Monitor LIFE-AR activities.

Person Specification:

• An honors Bachelor’s Degree in Environment, Natural Resources, Climate Change, Engineering, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field from a recognized institution. A postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the local language of the LIFE-AR selected district is an advantage.

Experience:

• At least two years of experience working with communities for the government or a reputable Non-Governmental Organization.
• Supervisory level project experience is an advantage.

Competencies:

• High levels of ethics and integrity.
• Good interpersonal, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Coordination and time management skills.

Job Application Procedure: Interested applicants should submit their applications on the link below and including recent (3) passport-size photographs, CVs detailing work experience, current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications, and contact details of three referees. Applications should be addressed to:

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira P.O Box, 20026, Kampala. Applications must be delivered to the Ministry Headquarters by Wednesday, July 31, 2024, or sent via email.

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