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Job Summary

Job Title:
Manager Legal Metrology
Employer:
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
Location:
Country:
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Legal Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Wednesday, 31 January 2024

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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.

Full-time

Deadline: 

31 Jan 2024

Manager Legal Metrology job at Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)

Job Description

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

UNBS seeks highly Motivated, Result- Oriented and Suitably Qualified Professionals with very high level of Integrity in the under listed Position.

UNBS is an Equal Opportunities Employer and all eligible Ugandans are encouraged to apply.

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

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  • The Manager Legal Metrology is responsible for overseeing the implementation and enforcement of the legal metrology framework in Uganda.

  • The job holder will ensure that all measuring instruments used for trade, health, safety, environment and other regulated purposes are accurate, reliable and compliant with the relevant standards and regulations.

  • The job holder will also supervise and coordinate the activities of the legal metrology inspectors and technical staff.

Manager Legal Metrology job at Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)

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The qualifications for this job include:

  • A Master's degree in Physics, Engineering, Law or a related field from a recognized university.

  • A minimum of seven years of relevant work experience in legal metrology or a related field, with at least three years at a managerial level.

  • A thorough knowledge of the legal metrology laws, regulations, standards and best practices in Uganda and internationally.

  • A proven track record of leading and managing teams, projects and programs in legal metrology or a related field.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • High integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct.

i)Click the "APPLY" button below to submit your application.
ii) Use your Email Address for Registration
iii) Fill in all Tabs as per the Application
iv) Attach your updated CV with Mobile Telephone Numbers, Copies of Academic/ Professional Qualifications and National Identity Card (NIN) under the Tab for Documents
v) Complete your Application by clicking the Tab for "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 Payments or favors at any stage of Recruitment
iii) Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.

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