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Manager Imports Inspection job at Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is a government agency mandated to develop, promote, and enforce national standards to ensure the quality and safety of products, services, and systems in Uganda. Established to protect consumer health, enhance fair trade, and support industrial growth, UNBS has earned a strong reputation for its commitment to excellence, regulatory compliance, and international recognition in standardization and certification.
The organization fosters a professional and inclusive work culture, offering employees opportunities for career growth, skills development, and a conducive work environment with flexible arrangements. Since its inception, UNBS has evolved into a key player in Uganda’s economic development, leveraging innovation and technology to enhance product testing, market surveillance, and certification processes.
With nationwide reach and partnerships across various sectors, UNBS ensures that Ugandan products meet global quality benchmarks. Its core values—integrity, transparency, professionalism, and customer focus—guide its operations, while its corporate social responsibility initiatives promote consumer awareness, environmental sustainability, and support for small and medium enterprises.
Are you looking for Management jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Manager Imports Inspection job at Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
Full Time
Deadline:
30 Nov 2025
Job Title
Manager Imports Inspection job at Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
Job Description
UGANDA NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS
P.O. BOX 6329 KAMPALA
TEL: 256-0414-505995 / 222369
FAX: 0414-286123
E-MAIL: info@unbs.go.ug / ed@unbs.go.ug
WEBSITE: www.unbs.go.ug
EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is a Government Agency mandated to oversee Standardization, Quality Assurance, Metrology, and Laboratory Testing (SQMT) with the objective of promoting fair trade and protecting consumers and the environment from harmful commodities.
UNBS seeks to recruit highly motivated, result–oriented, and suitably qualified professionals with high levels of integrity for the following positions:
Manager Imports Inspection
Manager Certification
Regional Managers (3 Positions)
Senior Security Officer
Risk Management Officer
ICT Systems Analyst
Assistant Stores Officer
UNBS is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and all eligible Ugandans are encouraged to apply.
Details of the job requirements are available on the UNBS website: www.unbs.go.ug
MANAGER IMPORTS INSPECTION – 1 POSITION
Reports to: Deputy Executive Director – Compliance
The Manager Imports Inspection is responsible for developing and coordinating policies and procedures to guide compliance with standards for all imported goods and for managing daily activities of the Imports Inspection Department in line with the UNBS mandate.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Mode of Application
i. Follow the link: https://hrm.unbs.go.ug/jobs/apply
ii. Register using your email address
iii. Fill in all tabs as per the application form
iv. Attach your updated CV with mobile telephone contacts, copies of academic/professional qualifications, and your National Identity Card (NIN) under the Documents tab
v. Complete your application by clicking “Submit Application”
vi. No hand-delivered applications will be received
Please Note
i. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
ii. UNBS does not request for any payment or favours at any stage of recruitment
iii. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
iv. Applications are open from 17th to 30th November 2025 at 5:00 pm
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How to Apply
Develop and monitor policies, procedures, and guidelines for field inspection of imported products in line with the UNBS Act and departmental procedures
Develop and implement programmes to ensure imported goods conform to Uganda and international standards to protect consumers and the environment
Coordinate development of the departmental annual, quarterly, and monthly budgets, work plans, and targets
Design strategies to increase stakeholder awareness and expand the number of border points manned by UNBS
Develop proposals and MoUs for collaboration with government agencies
Prepare for harmonization of imports inspection procedures with EAC requirements
Promote collaboration with key partners such as URA
Develop policies that enforce high ethical conduct among departmental staff
Develop inspection programmes in line with ISO/IEC 17020 standards
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual departmental performance reports
Coordinate staff performance and conduct regular performance reviews
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Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering, or other related sciences from a recognized institution
Honours degree in any of the above fields
Training in management is an added advantage
Minimum of 9 years’ experience, at least 5 of which must be supervisory
Membership in a relevant professional body is an added advantage
Strong analytical, innovative, strategic and data–interpretation skills
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, ICT, and decision-making skills
Age: 35–55 years
