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 Training and Research will provide overall leadership and coordination in training and research and information management

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will lead the Directorate of Training and Research.
Guide the Executive Directorate of Training and Research.
Develop training programme for the Directorate.
Actively coordinate training programmes for the Authority.
In charge of preparing annual work plans and budgets for the Directorate
Define a research agenda and prepare research topics related to the mandate of the Authority and relevant to the development needs of the country.
Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should preferably hold an Honors Bachelor in Natural Sciences and a Masters’ degree in Meteorology or related fields (Environmental studies, Agriculture, Forestry, Hydrology & Atmospheric Sciences). 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