Job Title: Training Foreperson (2 Posts)
Employer: Ministry of Works, And Transport
Duty Station: Mbale
Application Deadline: 7th February, 2014
The Ministry of Works and Transport operates Mt. Elgon Labour-based Training Centre (MELTC) as a project responsible for capacity building in the application of Labour-based Technology (LBT) in the (reconstruction and maintenance of roads. MELTC carries out both classroom and field training.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Day to day management of the MELTC demonstration roads/structures;
- Preparing estimates of all materials required on the MELTC model roads and structures;
- Preparing detailed and comprehensive field practical activities for the various cadres of participants undertaking training, including materials, equipment and required manpower in consultation with Training Engineers);
- Carrying out practical field demonstrations to trainees on MELTC model roads and demonstration structures;
- Participating in provision of technical support to trainees in the field in terms of outreaches to ensure that road works are being executed to standard;
- Assisting engineering staff in District Local Governments to carry out field tests to be used in
- Keeping daily reports of all activities and events on model/demonstration sites;
- Preparing reports for activities on the model/ demonstration structures to which he/she is engaged; and
- Performing any other duties that are assigned by the Training Engineer.
Requirement:
Qualifications Applicants should be Ugandans holding at least an Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering from a reputable Institution. He/she should have at least 5 years of experience preferably in road works. Possession of an Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering will be an added advantage. Duty Station The duty station will be Mt. Elgon Labour Based Training Centre, Mbale Duration The contract is a three-year performance based contract that is renewable basing on proven performance. Terms of Assignment The successful candidates will be employed according to Government of Uganda terms for locally employed personnel. Ministry of Works and Transport is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates should be prepared to undergo training of trainers' (ToT) courses both at MELTC and with other institutions offering pertinent training
How to Apply:
Conditions of Applications
Applications accompanied by (i) a capability statement detailing the applicant’s general qualifications, adequacy for the assignment and experience; (ii) copies of testimonials; (iii) detailed curriculum vitae; (iv) three referees, and (v) current salary level and telephone contacts should all be included in the application and sent to the address below not later than Friday 7th February, 2014.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works and Transport, P.O. Box 7174 ,KAMPALA
Attention: The Principal Human Resource Officer