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METEOROLOGIST (WEATHER OBSERVER)

Category

Environmental Science

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Kampala, Uganda

Vacancies

Not specified

Closing Date

6/15/2026
Closed

Employer / Company

Ministry of Water and Environment logo
Ministry of Water and Environment

Description (Public)

The Ministry of Water and Environment is seeking qualified Ugandans to serve as Meteorologists (Weather Observers). The roles involve monitoring meteorological data and providing critical weather observations to support national forecasting efforts.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible to the Senior Meteorological Observer (Weather Observation) for performing the following duties:-

  • Monitoring and recording meteorological data including temperature, humidity, wind speed and atmospheric pressure;
  • Compiling accurate and timely data following established protocols;
  • Preparing and submitting regular weather reports based on collected data;
  • Communicating observations to Senior staff and contributing to weather forecasting efforts;
  • Operating and maintaining meteorological instruments and equipment;
  • Facilitating routine checks and calibration of observation tools;
  • Maintaining accurate records of weather data and equipment maintenance;
  • Documenting any anomalies or issues encountered during data collection;
  • Providing technical guidance on weather data analysis and forecasting;
  • Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Person Specifications / Qualifications:
  • Applicants should be Ugandans holding a Diploma in Meteorology or Agrometeorology from a recognized Institution.
  • Minimum Age: 21

Application status

This is an archived notice. Applications through this advert are closed.

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