Jobs at Uganda National Association of Building and Civil Engineering Contractors- Technical Officer

Job Title: Program Technical Officer, and Research

Uganda National Association of Building and Civil Engineering Contractors (UNABCEC)
Job Description


The Uganda National Association of Building and Civil Engineering Contractors (UNABCEC) is a business association that brings together Contractors to further their mutual interests. It advocates and lobbies government on policy issues impacting on the National Construction Industry, and builds the capacity of its member organizations.
UNABCEC is currently recruiting for a , Program Technical Officer, and Research the position based in Kampala.

S/he will report to the executive secretary and will in particular be responsible for providing technical support to member organizations in terms of capacity building, professional advisory services, and consultancy services and ensure adherence to national quality standards by member organizations. -
Key Responsibilities
• Supports and advises the executive secretary on policy and technical issues related to Construction Industry (Cl)
• Quality Assurance of services provided by its members
• Review of s regulations, policies, and guidelines to ensure relevance and practicability to Cl;
• Provide technical and professional advisory services to member organizations
• Coordinate training and capacity building efforts for member organizations on national quality standards
• Facilitate development of systems and tools to monitor the implementation of standards
• Participate in resource mobilization by developing  funding proposals
• Undertake periodic reporting on challenges faced by member organizations and come up with solutions
Requirements

    First degree preferably in civil engineering and or construction management from a reputable University, Postgraduate qualification in project planning and management will be an added advantage
     At least 5 years relevant experience from a reputable organization, and aged between 27 and 45 years o Good written and verbal communication skills, presentation, very good analytical and resource mobilization skills o Training and capacity building skills


How to Apply

Submit a copy of your application which should include a letter clearly demonstrating suitability for the job, detailed CV and three references, copies of academic and professional certificates, and day time telephone contacts to:
Executive Secretary (UNABCEC), Plot M764 Coronation Avenue, UMA Show Grounds, Lugogo Kampala, Uganda. P. O. Box 34046, Kampala Not later than Monday, 2nd July 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


Deadline: 2nd July 2012