About the Organisation

Buhweju District is located in Western Uganda, bordered by Rubirizi District to the west and northwest, Ibanda District to the northeast, Mbarara District to the east, Sheema District to the southeast, and Bushenyi District to the southwest. Nsiika, the location of the district headquarters, is approximately 50 Km, by road, northwest of Mbarara which is approximately 310 kilometres (190 mi), by road, southwest of Kampala.

Buhweju District was curved out of Bushenyi district in July 2010, thus 2022/23 is her 12th financial year of operation. The District has a land area of 700.6 square kilometers and population of 126,200 with 62,400 females and 60,800 Males with the average house hold size of 5.4, in a total of 15,353 households. Carved out of Bushenyi District in July 2010, Buhweju District has seen a rise in her population from approximately 82,900 (2002 census) to around 126,200 with literacy levels at 64.1% females and 78% male according to a projection by UBOS statistics. The District is found in a hilly environment with farming as the main activity undertaken by the residents .

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Buhweju District Service Commission job vacancies

Job Title

Office Typists job at Buhweju District Service Commission

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under listed vacant post that exist in Buhweju District Local Government.
Application forms to be submitted in triplicates on PSF 3 Revised 2008 to the Secretary, Buhweju District Service Commission P. O. Box 10 Kabwohe to be received not later than 22 January, 2024.
Those already in Government Service should route their applications through their responsible officers who should be informed on the closing date to avoid delay. The application forms are obtained from the District Service Commission and Chief Administrative Officers Offices country wide.
Certified Photocopies of all Academic qualifications. National Identify Card, Identify cards of schools and institutions attended, CV, three (3) recent passport size photographs and any other relevant documents deemed necessary must be attached.

Duties and Responsibilities

Typing letters, reports, minutes, memos and other documents using a computer or a typewriter.
Proofreading and editing the typed documents for errors, grammar and format.
Filing and organizing the typed documents according to the office system.
Performing other clerical tasks such as photocopying, scanning, faxing and mailing.

Qualifications and Competencies

The qualifications for the Office Typists job are:

A minimum of Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent.
A certificate in secretarial studies or office management from a recognized institution.
A minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and internet use.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

How to Apply

For jobs advertised are available from Buhweju District Local Government notice Boards, Ministry of Public Service Website: Click the "APPLY" button below to submit your application. and email: pamps@cos.ug and all District Service Commission Offices Country wide.
Applicants subsequently shortlisted for oral interview shall be required to present original copies of their academic transcripts, Certificates and other related documents at the time of sitting for oral interviews. Only shortlisted candidates
Application forms, job description and specifications for the job advertised are obtained from secretaries of District Service Commission, office of Chief Administrative Officers or Public Service Commission on website www.publicservice.go.ug and detailed advert has been displayed on Buhweju District notice board.

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