About US:
Uganda National Meteorological Authority (formerly Department of Meteorology) under Ministry of Water and Environment is a semi-autonomous government authority for weather and climate services (UNMA Act. 2012) and a focal institution to Inter-Governmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), an international body mandated to carryout scientific research on climate change.
Job Summary: The Director of Networks and Observations will be in charge of the design, installation and maintenance of weather stations whilst carrying out inspections and ensure stations are operational.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Advises the Executive Director on Networks and Observations
In charge of developing quarterly work schedules for installation and inspection of all meteorological stations.
Actively coordinate all World Meteorological Organization activities that fall within the Directorate
Perform any other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The prospective applicant should hold an Honors Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences and a Master’s degree in Meteorology or related fields (Environmental studies, Agriculture, Forestry, Hydrology and Atmospheric Science). Additional training in either Public Administration, Business Administration or Management Studies is an added advantage.
A minimum of eight years’ experience in a related field with a reputable organization, 2 years of which should be at a senior managerial level.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send an application letter, updated resume /CV, copies of academic documents & professional qualifications along with contact details of at least three professional referees to: The Director, Future Options Consulting Ltd, 4th Floor, Diamond Trust Building, Kampala Road, P.O. Box 34934, Kampala, Uganda either by post, courier, hand delivery or email to: consultant@futureoptionsug.com. Please include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your application letter.
NB: Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Deadline: 4th May 2015 by 5PM