DEADLINE: 14/10/2024

Jobs at Banana Industrial Research Development Centre (BIRDC)

Full-time

Banana Industrial Research Development Centre (BIRDC) is seeking for highly motivated and result-driven individuals for the positions of:

Registered Engineer (1)
Senior Engineer (1)
Risk Officer (1)

1. Terms of reference; Registered Engineer

Job skills and specification

Experience and Exposure in the field of Construction
Management, Civil Engineering, design and documentation and projects Management.
Able to lead, coach, oversee, manage or facilitate in the department.
Is visionary, trustworthy, and innovative with high energy level.
Works effectively with people from all backgrounds.
Good organizational management and interpersonal skills.
High level of integrity and good character.
Should be familiar with Microsoft office and excel packages and any other software relevant to engineering designs and practice.

Qualification & Experience Requirement.

Bachelors’ degree in Civil Engineering, Building Services or Construction Management with minimum 3 years’ managerial experience. Master of Science Degree or any other higher qualifications in engineering related disciplines are an added advantage.
Must possess at least a diploma in Business Administration.
Should be not less than 35years and not more than 50years of age.
Must be registered with Uganda Engineers Registration Board
(ERB) and in good standing.
Must be a member of Uganda Institute of Professional Engineers
(UIPE) and in good standing.

2. Terms of reference; Senior Engineer

Job skills and specifications

A Bachelors’ degree with a bias in water management.
At least 7 years’ experience
Must be a member of the UIPE
Other related qualifications will be an added advantage.
Must not be older than 35 years.

3. Terms of reference; Risk Officer

Job skills and specifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management or other related field, such as Business Administration, Economics, Law or Finance is typically required for this position,

Relevant work experience in a related field may also be beneficial.

The Risk Officer supports the Risk Manager in analyzing the risks associated with various operations and practices within the
BIRDC
Supporting the development and implementation of risk management strategies.
Collecting and maintaining data and information related to risks, hazards, and insurance claims.
Helps with the identification of potential hazards or risks and proposes preventative measures.
Supports the Risk Manager in helping departments to identify potential hazards or risks and propose preventative measures.
Assists the Risk Manager to collaborate with other departments to provide advice and guidance on risk-related issues.
Assists in the Coordination with external vendors and service providers to ensure appropriate insurance coverage for the organization.
Assisting in developing training programs for employees to increase their understanding of risk management processes.
Assisting in Monitoring compliance with established risk management policies and procedures.
Assisting in the Maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records related to risk management activities.

Find details of the job descriptions on www.pibid.org

Apply today by emailing your cover letter, credentials / Curriculum vitae to officeofdirector@pibid.org

Deadline for applications is 14th October 2024

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About Banana Industrial Research Development Centre (BIRDC)

Industry: Agriculture

Location: Kampala, Uganda

The Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC) exists to provide a state-of-the-Art banana processing enterprise in Uganda. BIRDC is the successor entity of the Presidential Initiative On Banana Industrial Development (PIBID) Project.