About MRC:
The Medical Research Council/ Uganda Virus Research Institute (MRC/UVRI) based at the Uganda Virus Research Institute in Entebbe is a bilateral multi-disciplinary research organization funded by, the Medical Research Council (UK) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Uganda under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and other donor agencies. Established in 1988, the MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS is an internationally recognized center of excellence for research on HIV infection and related diseases, contributing knowledge on the revolving epidemic, the evaluation of innovative health care options, treatment and prevention, and the development of health policy and practice in Africa and worldwide.
Job Summary: The Health and Safety / Security Coordinator will primarily ensure sustainable strategic and operational development of Health, Safety, Security and Business Continuity underpinning and supporting the delivery of high quality scientific research.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should preferably hold a degree in a related field from a recognised institution with additional training in health and Safety/ security.
A minimum of three years’ experience as a Health and safety/security coordinator in a large local or international organisation.
Previous experience in a scientific research organisation will be an added advantage.
Prior exposure and experience overseeing security for a large industrial or scientific research organisation.
Previous experience of writing procedures, drafting reports, preparing business cases.
Personal integrity and flexibility.
Strong management and leadership skills together with excellent communication, influencing, negotiating and engagement skills.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications letters, copies of academic qualifications and curriculum vitae including names, telephone contacts and email addresses of three (3) referees should be sent only via e mail to: recruitment@mrcuganda.org. Please quote the position code (HSSC116) in the subject line of the email.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Deadline: Friday, 29th January, 2016 by 09:00pm