Surveyors Jobs Vacancies in Uganda at Ministry of Water and Environment

About this jobApplications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following posts now available in the Water and Sanitation Development Facility Component (WSDF) of the Ministry of Water and Environment. The WSDF component has regional branches in South Western Uganda (Mbarara), Northern Uganda (Lira), Eastern Uganda (Mbale) and Central Uganda (Wakiso). Appointments will be on a two-year contract term subject to renewal upon satisfactory performance. Candidates may be posted to any of the Regional offices and will be required to frequently carry-out field trips in the area of coverage.

Project Background:
The Water and Sanitation Development Facility (WSDF) is a funding mechanism of the Ministry of Water and Environment for water and sanitation investments at community level. The activities implemented under the Water-and Sanitation Development Facility Programme include water supply infrastructure development (new investment, rehabilitation, and major extensions), a comprehensive software and sanitation promotion programme in small towns and rural growth centres.

SURVEYOR (02 Vacancy)
Reports to: Engineering Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare detailed topographical surveys for installation sites and routes of pipelines.
• Maintain survey data and developments in the region.
• Spot check validity of technical (water and sanitation) issues in consultants’ reports.
• Review technical plans and reports.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual technical reports.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual technical work plans.
• Participate in other project activities including attending various sector related meetings, workshops, seminars, reviews and functions.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Regional Branch Manager or immediate supervisor.

Job requirement
Minimum Qualifications: Should possess a degree in Surveying from a recognized university/Institution.

Experience: Should have worked for at least two years in a related field.

How to apply
Applications and Curriculum Vitae together with certified copies of academic and professional qualifications should be addressed to: The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, P. O. Box 20026, Kampala and should reach his office not later than 29th April 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.