About US:
The Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) through the Directorate of Water Development DWD) established Umbrella Organisations (UOs) as de-concentrated units to support the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of the water and sanitation facilities in small towns and rural growth centres geared towards improving their Functionality and Sustainability. The UOs which are funded by both Government of Uganda (GoU) and the Development Partners (DPs) are de-concentrated in six regions namely; South- Western-Kabale, Central-Wakiso, Mid-Western- Kyenjojo, Northern-Lira, Eastern-Mbale and Karamoja-Moroto covering the entire Country.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Responsible for the inspection of electro-mechanical equipment on the water system i.e. pumps, motors, generators etc
· Fixing faults on the installations and liaising with Umeme and other power supply utilities to ensure payments for energy by the schemes is complied with and the billing is accurate.
· Compile list of equipment in each scheme and provide adequate support to the schemes in servicing the equipment.
· Prepare and submit adequate reports about the equipment for decision taking.
· In charge of monitoring the performance of the installations and report defects as and when they arise.
· Propose appropriate repair mechanisms and replacements for parts worn out or broken.
· Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicant should preferably hold a Diploma, Degree in Electrical or Mechanical engineering;
· At least three years’ experience in water installations pumps and motors.

How to Apply:
All candidates are encouraged to send their applications accompanied with recent CVs detailing work experience, present position, current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications. Applicants must also include contact details (telephone and email) of three (3) referees.

Send to:

The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Water and Environment,
Old Port Bell Road,
Luzira. Kampala. Uganda

Attn: Head Human Resource Management.

NB: Preference will be given to candidates who are residents of Moroto and Mbale districts currently.

Deadline: Monday, 25th January, 2016 by 5.00 pm