UNRA Updated Job Posting Jan 15 2016

Career Opportunities
Following the restructuring of the Uganda National Roads Authority, the Board of Directors
started the process of implementing the new approved performance based organization structure
that will enable UNRA to operate in a business-like manner. The Board of Directors therefore
invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandan Nationals to fill the following vacant
positions in the various Directorates. For details of each position ( i.e Roles, Key Result Areas and
Person Specifications), please visit our website at https://www.unra.go.ug.
Executive Director's Office

1. Corporate Strategy Officer
Directorate of Network
Planning & Engineering
39. Head Network
Planning
Directorate of Human
Resources
80. Human Resources
Officer Planning
81. Human Resources
Officer Performance
Management
2. Monitoring and Evaluation

Officers
40. Head Quality control
3. Media Relations Officer
41. Cost Estimation Specialist
4. Corporate Branding Officer
42. Geotechnical Specialist
5. Senior officer Change

Management
43. Highway Engineers
82. Managers Technical

Audit
6. Senior officer Business Analyst
44. Bridges & Structures

Engineers
83. Financial Auditors
7. Client Care Officers
45. Surveyors
8. Manager Compliance
46. GIS Officer

47. Project Formulation
Engineer
48. Highway Specialists
10. Compliance Officers
Directorate of Internal
Audit
84. Information Systems

Auditors
85. Technical Auditors
86. Head Systems Audit
87. Head Technical Audit
49. Pavement Specialists
Directorate of Procurement
11. Procurement Manager- Works
50. Maintenance Design

Engineers
Directorate of
Corporate Services
51. Transport Economist
88. Managers Accounts
12. Procurement Manager- Services

13. Procurement Manager- Process
Assurance
14. Senior Procurement OfficersWorks
15. Senior Procurement OfficersProcess Assurance
52. Landscape Specialist

53. Manager Network
Planning
89. Estates Manager
54. Materials Specialists
91. Administration Officers
55. Road Safety Specialist
92. ICT Officers
56. Pavement Engineer

57. Bridges and Structures
Specialist
58. Quantity Surveyor
93. Estates Officer

94. Personal Assistants
(Director's Office)
95. Supplies Officers
Roads and Bridges Development
59. Manager Land Survey
16. Measurements Engineers
60. Sociologists
17. Inspectors of Works
61. Environmental Specialists
96. Office Assistants

97. Administrative
Assistants
98. Accounts Assistants
90. Accountants
99. Records Assistants

18. Manager Road Development
20. Manager - Bridges & Structures
62. Research Fellows

63. Head Project
Formulation
64. Drainage Engineer
21. Senior Land Valuer
65. Network Engineer
22. Engineers Road Rehabilitation
66. Materials Engineer
23. Cadastral Surveyors
67. Survey Technicians
24. Land Acquisition Officers

25. Engineers Road Development
26. Engineers- Bridges & Structures
68. Materials Technician

69. Geotechnical Engineers
70. Asphalt Specialist
19. Manager Road Rehabilitation
Directorate of Legal
Services
100. Legal Manager
101. Legal Officers
Litigation
102. Legal Officer
Contracts
103. Librarian/Records
Management Officer
28. Surveyors
Directorate of Road
Maintenance
104. Regional Managers
29. Materials Engineers
105. Station Managers
27. Safeguards Officers
106. Road Maintenance

Engineers
107. Inspectors of Works
108. Mechanics
Directorate of Roads Infrastructure
Protection
30. Ferry Masters
31. Traffic and Road Safety Engineers
Directorate of Roads
Infrastructure Protection
71. Director Roads
Infrastructure Protection
72. Head Traffic and Road
Safety
109. Plant Operators

110. Plant Attendants
111. Maintenance
Technicians
32. Ferry Operators

33. Ferry Mechanics
34. Ferry Attendants
35. Weighbridge Electrical
Mechanical Technician
36. Enforcement Officers - Road
Reserve and Vehicle Load
37. Weighbridge Controllers
38. Welders
73. Manager Field

Operations
74. Manager Vehicle Load
75. Ferry Engineers
76. Traffic and Load Safety
Officers
77. Enforcement Officers
(Supervisors)
78. Weighbridge Operators
79. Electrical Technician
(Ferries)
112. Head Mechanical

Services
Interested Candidates should apply to the Office of the;

Director Human Resource, Uganda National Roads Authority, Plot 5 Lourdel
Road Nakasero, P. O. Box 28487, Kampala.
Applications should be delivered to the UNRA Kyambogo Training Centre to be
received by 5.pm Monday 1st February 2016.
Note:
a) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and Canvassing or lobbying by
applicants will lead to disqualification.
b) Candidates who present forged documents/testimonials will be arrested
and prosecuted.
By Order of the Board of Directors.
Job descriptions
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS OFFICE
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Senior Officer Business Analyst
Role:
Senior Officer Business Analyst
Reports to: Senior Manager Enterprise Architecture and Standards
Role Definition:
The Senior Officer Business Analyst is responsible for the design, modelling and
documentation of enterprise business processes in consultation with stakeholders.
The officer is expected to graphically represent how business is done (as-is) and
how business is to be done (to-be) across the business units or between UNRA
and other government agencies.
Key Results Areas
1. Undertake systems and manual process analysis, process design and
modelling
2. Monitor, analyse and review business processes to identify process
gaps and to enable development of improvement strategies
3. Develop supporting material and provide input on training for
operational processes
4. Develop relationships with subject matter experts within the business
to understand end to end processes and ensure effective solutions
Required Education Qualifications:
1. A Honours Bachelors in a civil engineering field, Information Technology,
Business Management or any other relevant courses from a recognized
University
2. A Postgraduate in Management or MBA is preferred or any other relevant

management courses from a recognized University.
3. Training in Business Analysis, Systems Analysis or equivalent are an
added advantage.
Experience and Knowledge;
1. A minimum of 3 years work experience of professional corporate
experience in a highly reputable organization.
2. Demonstrated working experience in working at a leadership role in an
organization/business unit/Project with diverse professions.
Character;
1. High level of integrity
2. Proven track record of outstanding performance
3. Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills
5. Ability to work and produce accurate results in an environment with
multiple and challenging tasks.
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Senior Officer Change Management
Role:
Reports to:
Senior officer Change Management

Senior Manager Change Management
Role Definition:
The Senior Officer Change Management will support the change management
processes by designing forms and assessment tools, products, artifacts and
methodologies that will deliver on change goals and initiatives.
The role will focus on studying the environment underpinning change and
defining products required to move change initiatives from concepts to reality.
The role will oversee the effective communication of change products.
Key Result Areas:
1. Design and develop tools ,methodologies, artefacts and change management

processes /procedures to support and anchor the effective management of
organisational change ;
2. Design ,develop and support the usage of tools required to effectively
conduct change readiness assessment activities, collate and interpret data
gathered into usable formats;
3. Carry out cost benefit analysis to justify business cases for all change
initiatives ; analyse and align change management initiatives to UNRAs
strategic objectives and mandate;
4. Solicit user needs and improvements from people and organisational
stakeholders and convert them into workable change initiatives;
5. Catalogue and document all change initiatives ,change versions , lessons
learned and derive best practices for UNRA;
6. Review and revalidate change management processes, procedures and
change management product designs to integrate feedback and support
learning and continuous improvement;
7. Coordinate the testing of change management designs and change
initiatives to enable effective roll out of the change;
8. Appraise and develop subordinate staff in line with the UNRA HRMM.
1. An Honors Degree in a Business related field or;
2. Program Management and Change Management certifications are an
added advantage;
3. For those with a Bachelors Degree, a Masters Degree in a related field
and other post graduate qualifications in Business Management will be
an added advantage;
4. Computer literacy is a must.
Experience and Knowledge:
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in implementing complex business
and technology change initiatives ;
2. Practical experience in stakeholder analysis, communication and
stakeholder engagement management;
3. Practical experience is implementing organizational culture change

programs ;
4. Demonstrated working experience in managing highly talented
individuals.
Required Interpersonal Competencies:
1. High level of integrity;
2. Proven track record of outstanding performance;
3. Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly employee relations;
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills;
5. Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate
results in a timely manner and in an environment with multiple and
challenging tasks;
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Corporate Branding Officer
Role:
Corporate Branding Officer
Reports to:
Senior Officer Corporate Branding and Client care
Role Definition:
The officer corporate branding will be responsible for implementing brand
concepts, enforcing brand standards and implementing campaigns that increase
the awareness of staff about UNRAs brand. H/She will also be responsible for
complying with and implementing the client care standards in all UNRA offices.
Key Result Areas
1. Monitoring market trends and participating in developing brand
concepts that enhance the UNRA brand in line with the branding
guidelines;
2. Carry out research on similar organizations in the region and monitor
best practices and trends that can improve UNRA operations and
identity.
3. Generate new ideas for new posters, bill boards, signage, designs for
uniforms, including shape, size, colors, fonts and imagery that enhances
UNRAs brand visibility
4. Overseeing the production of TV adverts, newspaper and magazine
advertisements, direct mail packs, email campaigns, websites, exhibition
stands, road shows and liaising with art designers, copywriters, media
buyers and printers ensure compliance with brand objectives.
5. Coordinating the sign off of marketing literature and campaigns, liaising
with legal and compliance personnel, ensuring the designs and messages
meet UNRAs brand and regulatory guidelines;
6. Writing and presenting reports to clients and senior management
Organizing events, photo shoots and launch parties for completed road
projects and other events;
7. Meeting with various departments and disseminating brand concepts
while monitoring compliance to brand standards.
1. A Honors Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Industrial Art with a bias in
graphic and brand design or any other related field;
2. Any other post graduate qualifications in design, branding and marketing is
an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years professional corporate experience in a highly
reputable organization;
2. Demonstrated practical experience in designing and executing brand
concepts is an added advantage;
3. Strong conceptual skills is a must;
4. Ability to work in teams is a must;
Character:
1. Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates;
2. Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations, oral and

written communication skills;
multiple and challenging tasks;
4. High level of integrity.
4-
Media Relations Officer
Role:
Officer Media Relations
Reports to: Senior Officer Media Relations

Role Definition:
The Officer Media Relations will be responsible for implementing media and
communication strategies to enhance the reputation of UNRA. S/He will compile
information from the respective directorates, and formulate stories, articles, on
different aspects of UNRA to be disseminated to the public. H/She will develop
information gathering tools to get feedback from the public and coordinate
different media related activities from time to time.
Key Result Areas
1) Maintaining an events calendar, booking press events, and compiling
information on UNRA for display on screens throughout the Institution,
and on the web for staff and public access;
2) Produce background briefings and prepare spokespeople for
Interviews, and co-ordinate media interviews and filming requests;
3) Identify and exploit PR opportunities to maximise UNRAs
work, from news to feature items, to relevant targeted sector specific media
issues;
4) Respond to crisis communications to mitigate negative coverage and
effectively responded to, including production of holding and position
statements prior to any media events and interests;
5) Coordinating major projects and campaigns, film crews and production
units and monitoring press coverage and distributing information to staff.
6) Maintaining a media database with key media contacts and measuring and
evaluating all PR activities.
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7) Carry out research internally on topical issues, including background

research, interviews, UNRA News, communicate findings and make
position statements to relevant departments in line with the
communications guidelines;
8) Maintain and keep UNRAs photo library up-to-date, in conjunction with
UNRAs events manager in line with PR guidelines.
1. A Honors Bachelors Degree in Marketing and Mass Communication or any
other related field;
2. Any other post graduate qualifications in marketing or Mass
Communication is an added advantage;
2. Experience in Media and Public relations in a corporate organisation;
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills is a must;
4. Ability to work in teams is a must;
Character:
5-
Client Care Officer
Role: Client Care Officer
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Reports to: Senior Officer Corporate Branding and Client care

Role Definition:
The client care officer will be responsible for implementing brand concepts,
developing and implementing client care campaigns that increase the awareness of
staff about UNRAs service standards. H/She will also responsible for
implementing the client care standards in all UNRA offices in order to ensure
that an excellent standard of service and a high level of client satisfaction is
maintained.
Key Result Areas

1) Receives, processes and verifies the client complaints on different media
portals and, initiates required action for response to client requests to issues
raised in an informed manner in line with the communications guidelines.
2) Provides quality service to both internal and external customers by
receiving inquiries from and/or contacts the organizations branch/regional
offices to resolve a variety of client related issues;
3) Accesses the companys internal systems to obtain and extract relevant
information and provides client care units with the data for monitoring
their activities and for inclusion in various scheduled and special reports;
4) Prepares client based service summary reports co-ordinates the handling of
difficult and/or unusual situations and participates in the organization of
UNRA events in line with the client care guidelines;
5) Manage client care centers, develop and recommend changes to existing
methods and systems of work to increase the accuracy, efficiency and
responsiveness of the client care section as a whole;
6) Disseminate client care standards across all UNRA offices and stations and
monitor compliance to set standards;
1. A Honors Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences/Social Work or any other
Humanities field ;
2. Any other post graduate qualifications in Customer Relationship
Management is an added advantage;
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2. Experience in a client care relations in a corporate organisation;
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills is a must;
4. Ability to work in teams is a must
Character:
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Corporate Strategy Officer
Role: Corporate Strategy Officer

Reports to: Head Corporate Strategy Management
Role Definition:
The Corporate Strategy Officers role is to coordinate implementation of
sustainable and approved UNRA strategies across all directorates, carry out
research and business intelligence, monitor long-term trends driving crossfunctional initiatives, and generating reports in line with the UNRA strategic plan
and objectives.
Key Result Areas
1. Coordinate the Strategic planning content development in the respective
directorates of the Authority in line with the strategic Planning process
guidelines and framework;
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2. Monitoring the deployment and execution of the strategic plan in the

respective directorates and generating relevant reports;
3. Coordination of cross business unit initiatives in the directorates;
4. Identification and execution of cost improvement opportunities across
directorates;
5. Review and evaluate the implementation of the quality management
system frameworks in the directorates;
6. Coordinate the quarterly and bi-annual reports generation from
directorates on the achievements per quarter for effective feedback to the
Ministerial Policy Statement Reviews;
7. Compile information on long term trends and outlook analysis to provide
input into the strategic plan review sessions.
1. A Honors Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics, Business
Administration or a related field;
2. Any other post graduate qualifications in the relevant field are an added
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years work experience of professional corporate
experience in a highly reputable organization;
2. Experience in practicing monitoring and evaluation;
3. Demonstrated practical experience in executive coaching is an added
advantage;
4. Strong analytical and financial modeling skills is a must;
5. Direct exposure with top management levels is an added advantage;
Character;
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3. Demonstrated understanding of quality principles, continuous learning,

customer focus, and teamwork and partnering skills to develop colleagues
and subordinates;
4. Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations skills;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
5. Ability to produce accurate results in an environment with multiple and
challenging tasks.
6. Ability to translate complex concepts into common, understandable
language.
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Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Role: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Reports to: Head Corporate Strategy Management
Role Definition:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for the monitoring and
ensuring of high quality and timely in puts into the implementation of the
strategic plan, monitoring and tracking achievement of its intended outputs in a
cost effective and timely manner and generate required reports in line with the
UNRA Strategic plan and guidelines. The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will
work in close collaboration with the Directorates and project teams.
Key Result Areas
1. Develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection and evaluation
procedures in line with the M&E guidelines;
2. Monitor all project activities, expenditures and progress towards
achieving the project output;
3. Develop monitoring and impact indicators for various projects, work
programs undertaken and monitor and evaluate overall progress on
achievement of set results;
4. Provide feedback to the Directors/ Project Managers on project strategies
and activities and possible areas of improvement for the efficiency and
effectiveness of the projects by identifying bottlenecks in completing
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5.
6.
7.
8.
project activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such

bottlenecks;
Provide inputs, information and statistics for monthly, quarterly, halfyearly and annual progress reports on all project activities to the Head
Corporate Strategy Management;
Conduct capacity assessment on existing monitoring and evaluation
systems, develop indicators and monitoring strategies for work
programs/projects undertaken;
Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist
the Project Managers in preparing relevant reports and monitor and
evaluate the effects and impact of the projects results;
Assist the directorates and project personnel with the development and
use of M&E tools and in evaluating the said projects.

1. An Honors Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics, Business
Administration or relevant field;
2. A Masters Degree in Finance, Economics or relevant field is a must;
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years work experience of professional monitoring and
evaluation experience in a highly reputable organization;
2. b) Demonstrated practical experience in executive advantage;
3. d) Strong analytics and financial modelling skills is a must;
4. Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection,
analysis and production of reports;
5. Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software;
6. Strong training & facilitation skills.
Character;
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4. Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management
relations;
6. Ability to work and produce accurate results in an environment
with multiple and challenging tasks.
Manager Compliance
Role: Manager Compliance

Reports to: Head Investigations and Compliance
Role Definition:
The position ensures that the management and employees are in compliance with
the rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and that behavior in the authority
meets its laid down Standards/Code of Conduct. He or she will plan, direct,
review, and coordinate activities of the authority to ensure compliance with
ethical or regulatory standards. He/she shall be answerable to the Head
Investigations and Compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Manager
1. Develops initiates, maintains, and revises policies and procedures for the
general operation of the Compliance Program and its related activities to
prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. Managers day-to-day
operation of the Program.
2. Develops and periodically reviews and updates a staff code of conduct in
line with HRMM to ensure continuing relevance in providing guidance to
management and employees.
3. Establishes and provides directions to the compliance unit and supervises
officers or personnel under the Unit, develops them and evaluates their
performance taking appropriate steps to ensure effectiveness of the Unit.
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4. Collaborates with other departments (e.g. Risk Management, Internal

Audit) to direct compliance issues for investigations and resolution.
5. Responds to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures,
and Standards of Conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of
investigative procedures. Develops and oversees a system for uniform
handling of such violations.
6. Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk;
develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic
issues, and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar
situations in the future.
7. Provides reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep the
Board and senior management informed of the operation and progress of
compliance efforts.
8. Ensures proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly
authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required.
9. Institutes and maintains an effective compliance communication program
for the organization, including promoting (a) use of the Compliance
Hotline; (b) heightened awareness of Standards of Conduct, and (c)
understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies
and procedures.
10. Works with the Human Resources Department and others as appropriate
to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate
introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all
employees and managers.
11. Perform any other duty as may be assigned by head investigations and
compliance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
1. An Honors Law Degree from a recognized University is a must;
2. A Masters Degree in Law is an added advantage;
advantage;
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Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in a related field, to include

demonstrated leadership. Familiarity with operational, legal, financial, quality
assurance, and human resource procedures and regulations.
Character;
1.
2.
3.
4.
High level of integrity;

Proven track record of outstanding performance;
Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates;
Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management
relations;
Compliance Officer
Role: Compliance Officer

Reports to: Manager Compliance
Role Definition:
1. To conduct internal investigations of compliance issues, i.e. ethical or
disciplinary misconduct by staff.
2. File appropriate compliance investigative reports with recommendations to the
Manager for further disciplinary actions.
3. Cooperate with other directorates and departments of Audit and Human
Resource to carry out monitoring and evaluation programs and compliance
reviews in all stations.
4. Maintain documentation/Records of all compliance activities such as
complaints, investigative files, Administrative files and other correspondences.
5. Should provide training to the staff on compliance related topics e.g. Code of
Conduct, Policies, Procedures and General Security.
6. Any other duty that may be assigned to him/her from time to time.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
1. An Honors Degree in Law, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or
relevant field is a must;
2. A Masters Degree in Law, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or
relevant field is an added advantage;
advantage;
Experience: A minimum of 3 years experience in a related field, to include
demonstrated leadership. Familiarity with operational, legal, financial, quality
assurance, and human resource procedures and regulations.
Character;
1.
2.
3.
4.

Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management
relations;
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HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTORATE

1- HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER PLANNING
Role:
Human Resource Officer Planning
Reports:
Human Resource Manager Planning
Role Definition:
The Human Resource Officer Planning will participate in the development,
implementation, monitoring and reviewing the human resource planning activities
in line with the Human Resource polices of UNRA. The Human Resource Officer
Planning will also participate in the development of human resource metrics for
the effective sourcing, management, development and retention of employees in
line with the talent management plans of the Authority; participate in planning,
reviewing & coordinating and/or implement UNRA staffing, resourcing and HRIS
in line with the UNRAs HR policy, procedures and rules/standing instructions
and HR division strategic objectives; and provision of, records and information
management systems on the recruitment activities and staff records for
management decision making.
Key Result Areas:
1. Participate in the development of an annual staffing plan and budget as per
approved strategic plan and corporate staffing needs;
2. Co-ordinate the implementation of recruitment plans in line with approved
staff budget, organization structure and recruitment standards;
3. Co-ordinate the implementation of the placement, deployment and transfer
of staff in line with approved budget, business plan and HR policies and
procedures;
4. Implement and maintain an up to date databank of staff and their personal
records for an HR Information System that enhances integrity and security
of the staff records/Information in line with best practices;
5. Carry out exit interviews, analyze staff exit reports, and establish challenges
that impact on retention and develop retention strategies in liaison with the
Manager HR Planning;
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6. Participate in carrying out job analysis by reviewing the knowledge and

skills of the workforce and determine requirements for the current and
future jobs;
7. Participate in the development of a Succession Plan for implementation at
different levels in the structure in line with the strategic Plan;
8. Coordinate periodic skills audit and generate analytical reports for all staff
in line with HR policy, HR Business plan, corporate strategy and objectives;
9. Prepare and submit recurring or ad-hoc reports to meet the requirements
and needs of the UNRA in liaison with the Manager HR Planning;
10. Respond to audit queries in the HR planning section.
1. Honors Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management, Organisation
Psychology, Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences , or any
other relevant courses from a recognized University;
2. A Masters Degree in Human Resource Management, Organisation
Psychology, Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, or any
other relevant courses from a recognized University is an added advantage;
3. Any other post graduate qualification in a related field will be an added
advantage;
1. At least 5 years experience in HR Management at middle management level
in a reputable organization.
Character:
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2- HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Role:
Human Resource Officer Performance Management and Reward
Reports:
Human Resource Manager Performance Management and

Reward
Role Definition:
The Human Resource Officer Performance Management will participate in
implementing a performance management framework or system, overseeing the
performance appraisal for staff and developing relevant metrics for monitoring and
evaluation HR performance. The Human Resource Officer Performance
Management will also participate in implementing guidelines and processes of the
performance management system to promote accountability for results,
recognizing and rewarding performance in line with the HRPM.
Key Result Areas:
1. Participate in the implementation of the staff performance management
framework/ system including guidelines and processes for the
implementation of the performance management system;
2. Prepare and submit annual Performance Agreements for all staff in liaison
with the Manager Performance Management;
3. Coordinate the staff appraisal process in liaison with the Manager
Performance Management;
4. Participate in the development of relevant metrics for monitoring and
evaluation HR performance and appraisal tools for all staff in liaison with
the Manager Performance Management;
5. Provide advice and assistance when conducting staff performance
evaluations;
6. Manage staff attendance at Headquarters and Stations and submit quarterly
reports on absence to the Manager Performance Management;
7. Risk management in HR performance management.
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1. Honors Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management, Organisation
Psychology, Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences , or any
2. A Masters Degree in Human Resource Management, Organisation
Psychology, Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, or any
other relevant courses from a recognized University is an added advantage;
3. Any other post graduate qualification in a related field will be an added
advantage;
1. At least 5 years experience in HR Management at middle management level
in a reputable organization
Character,
1) Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates;
2) Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations, oral and
3) Ability to work and produce accurate results in an environment with
4) High level of integrity.
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DIRECTORATE OF INTERNAL AUDIT

1-
FINANCIAL AUDITOR
Role:
Reports to:
Financial Auditor
Head Financial Audit
Role Definition:
The Financial Auditor will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating risks,
governance and internal processes. He/she will provide consulting service,
advising management on how to improve internal controls in the systems and
processes. The Financial Auditor will be responsible for adding value and improve
the Authoritys operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to
the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. In
addition the Auditor will be responsible for safeguarding assets and, as
appropriate, verifying the existence of such assets.
Key Results Areas:
1) Review and verify the reliability and integrity of financial information in
assigned auditable areas;
2) Review the financial systems to ensure compliance with policies, budgets,
plans, procedures, laws, and regulations;
3) Review and verify UNRA assets register;
4) Identify risks and carry out risk assessment in the finance audit unit;
5) Support the investigation team with relevant analyses of financial data and
obtaining evidence of financial nature.
6) Coordinate external audits and follow up on implementation of
recommendations of external auditors.
1) An Honors Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance or any
2) Possession of ACCA, CPA or other relevant professional qualification is a
must;
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3) Membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Uganda

(ICPAU) and Institute of Internal Auditors is a must;
4) Any other post graduate qualifications in the relevant field are an added
advantage;
5) Computer literacy is a must.
1) A minimum of 3 years auditing experience in a large organization;
2) Demonstrated practical knowledge of International accounting and
auditing standards.
Character;
1) High level of integrity;
2) Proven track record of outstanding performance;
3) Ability to work as part of a team;
4) Excellent oral and written communication skills;
5) Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations;
6) Ability to deliver accurate results in a timely manner and in an environment
with multiple and challenging tasks
2- MANAGER TECHNICAL AUDIT
Role:
Manager Technical Audit
Reports to:
Head Technical Audit
Role Definition:
The Manager Technical Audit will be responsible for planning and conducting
technical audits on designs, procurement, supervision services, construction and
maintenance works for roads and bridges and any other engineering projects. The
Manager will also be responsible for assessing ongoing/completed works and
services for compliance with the set technical specifications and standards as well
as best practices. In addition the Manager will be responsible for determining
value for money in the delivered works and services.
Key Results Areas:
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1. Prepare plan, budget and implement risk based technical internal audit
assignments in line with departmental work plan;
2. Implement approved technical audit guidelines, procedures and work
practices;
3. Assess compliance with the set technical specifications and standards as
well as best practices;
4. Manage Internal Technical Audits in the assigned units in line with
International Standards of Auditing and any other relevant technical
(engineering) standard(s);
5. Document results of the audits and make appropriate recommendations to
the Board Audit Committee within the set timelines;
6. Coordinate external technical audits in assigned units and follow
up on
implementation of recommendations with relevant
departments/
regions/ stations;
7. Coordinate with the risk management and compliance units of the
organizations risk assessment.
1) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway engineering or;
2) A Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with a
Masters Degree;
3) For those with a Bachelors Degree, a Masters Degree in a related field and
other post graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering, Highway
Engineering or other relevant field will be an added advantage;
4) Registration with the professional Engineers Registration Board (ERB) or
its equivalent in the Commonwealth is a must;
5) Certification as a CPA, ACCA will an added advantage;
1) A minimum of 5 years auditing experience in a large organization;
2) Demonstrated working experience in the internal audit of an
organization/business unit with diverse professions.
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Character;
6) Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results
in a timely manner and in an environment with multiple and challenging
tasks.
3- INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR
Role:
Reports to:
Information Systems Auditor

Head Systems Audit
Role Definition:
The Systems and Assurance Auditor will be responsible for carrying out audit of
systems. The Auditor will be involved in identifying, assessing and documenting
risks and controls in the auditable areas assigned. In addition the Auditor will
also be responsible for designing and conducting investigative audit procedures
including, compliance to procedures, policies and guidelines, disaster recovery, IT
Security, system quality assurance, backup and restore, remote access, internet
access monitoring, system problem management and application change control
procedures, for various auditable areas. The Auditor will evaluate and document
the design and operational effectiveness of controls, and provide suggestions
(recommendations) to management for actions to address weaknesses identified.
Key Results Areas:

1) Review and update the audit manual guidelines and procedures in line with
the approved guidelines and standards;
2) Identify, assess and document system risks and controls in line with the
approved IT strategy and work plan;
3) Utilize audit software and data analytical tools to enhance efficiency in the
system audit process;
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4) Create inventory of existing systems (electronic & manual) ;

5) Design and conduct investigative system and control audit procedures in
the respective auditable areas;
6) Periodic follow-up of agreed system and control audit recommendations
and actions;
7) Systems & Assurance audit management in line with internal audit
strategic plan.
1) An Honors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a
related field;
2) Certified information systems Auditor and any other post graduate
qualification in relevant field is an added advantage;
3) Possession of ACCA, CPA or other relevant professional qualification is a
must;
4) Membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Uganda
(ICPAU) and Institute of Internal Auditors is a must;
1) A minimum of 3 years systems auditing experience in a large organization;
2) Demonstrated practical knowledge of International accounting standards
and international standards of auditing.
Character;
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HEAD SYSTEMS AUDIT
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Role:
Head Systems Audit
Reports to:
Supervises:
Director Internal Audit

Systems Auditors
Role Definition:
The Head will be responsible for audit systems and controls. This will involve
identifying, assessing and documenting risks and controls in the areas assigned.
This will involve designing and conducting investigative audit procedures
including, compliance to procedures, policies and guidelines, disaster recovery, IT
Security, system quality assurance, backup and restore, remote access, internet
access monitoring, system problem management and, application change control
procedures, for various areas. In addition the Head will evaluate and document the
design and operational effectiveness of controls, and provide suggestions
(recommendations) to management for actions to address control weaknesses
identified. The Systems Audit will be accountable for the resources under the
department including human, financial and property.
Key Results Areas:
a) Plan and budget for the Internal Systems Audit department in line with the
directorates score card and statutory performance agreement;
b) Review and update Internal Systems and Assurance Audit manual guidelines
and procedures;
c) Assess and verify UNRA Systems Inventory both electronic & manual;
d) Identify, assess and document risks and controls in the Internal Systems and
Assurance Audit department;
e) Advising and influencing senior management to take appropriate steps to
strengthen the governance, risk management and internal control
environment;
f) Coordinate external audits and follow up on implementation of
recommendations with relevant departments / regions / stations;
g) Manage performance and develop direct reports in line with the performance
management system of UNRA.
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1. An Honors Degree in Computer Science, Accounting, Business Administration,

Finance, Engineering or a related field;
2. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and any other post graduate
qualification in relevant field is desired;
3. Possession of ACCA, CPA or other relevant professional qualification is an
added advantage;
4. Membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Uganda
(ICPAU), Institute of Internal Auditors or any other related recognized
professional body is an added advantage;
1) A minimum of 5 years auditing experience in a large organization.
2) Demonstrated working experience in managing an organization/business unit
with diverse professions.
3) Demonstrated practical knowledge of International accounting and auditing
standards.
Character;
Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates.
Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations, oral and
written communication skills.
Ability to work and produce accurate results in an environment with multiple
and challenging tasks.
5- HEAD TECHNICAL AUDIT
Role:
Head Technical Audit
Reports to:
Director Internal Audit
Supervises:
Technical Audit Managers
Role Definition:
The Head will be responsible for conducting technical audits on road designs,
procurement and implementation of works and services for roads and bridges
development and maintenance. This will involve assessing compliance with the set
technical specifications and standards as well as best practices. In addition it will
involve determining Value for Money in the delivered works and services. The
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Head will be required to prepare and regularly update technical audit guidelines
and procedures and work practices. The Head Technical Audit will be
accountable for the resources under the department including human, financial
and property.
Key Results Areas:
1. Plan and budget for the Internal Technical Audit department in line with the
directorates score card and the statutory performance agreement.
2. Prepare and periodically update technical audit guidelines, procedures and
work practices;
3.Assess compliance with the set policies, procedures, standards, technical
specifications as well as best practices;
4. Review and analyse Internal Technical Audit department procedures and
associated risks and suggest mitigation measures for risks identified;
5. Advising and influencing senior management to take appropriate steps to
strengthen the governance, risk management and internal control
environment;
6. Coordinate external audits and follow up on implementation of
recommendations with relevant departments / regions / stations;
7.Manage performance and develop direct reports in line with the performance
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering or;
2. A Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with a
Masters Degree in a relevant field
3. For those with a Bachelors Degree, a Masters Degree in a related field and
other post graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering or other relevant
field will be an added advantage.
4. Professional registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) or its
equivalent in the Commonwealth is a must.
5. Certification as a CPA, ACCA will an added advantage
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1. A minimum of 5 years working experience in undertaking technical audits.
2. Demonstrated working experience in managing technical audits
Character;
1. High level of integrity
3.Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates
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TECHNICAL AUDITOR
Role:
Reports to:
Technical Audit Officer

Technical Audit Manager
Role Definition:
The Technical Audit Officer will be responsible for conducting technical audits on
designs, procurement, supervision services, construction and maintenance works
for roads and bridges and any other engineering projects. The Officer will also be
responsible for assessing ongoing/completed works and services for compliance
with the set technical specifications and standards as well as best practices. In
addition the Officer will be responsible for determining value for money in the
delivered works and services.
Key Results Areas:
1. Implement risk based technical internal audit assignments in line with
departmental work plan;
2. Implement approved technical audit guidelines, procedures and work
practices;
3. Assess compliance with the set technical specifications and standards as
well as best practices;
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4. Carry out Internal Technical Audits in the assigned units in line with
International Standards of Auditing and any other relevant technical
(engineering) standard(s);
5. Document results of the audits and make appropriate recommendations
within the set timelines;
6. Participate in the coordination of external technical audits in assigned units
and follow up on implementation of recommendations with relevant
departments/ regions/ stations;
7. Coordinate with the risk management and compliance units of the
organizations risk assessment.
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway engineering or;
2. A Masters Degree in a related field and other post graduate qualifications in
Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering or other relevant field will be an
added advantage;
3. Registration with the professional Engineers Registration Board (ERB) or
its equivalent in the Commonwealth is a an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years auditing experience in a large organization;
2. Demonstrated working experience in the internal audit
of
an
Character;
4. Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations;
6. Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results
tasks.
DIRECTORATE OF NETWORK PLANNING AND ENGINEERING
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NETWORK ENGINEER
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Role:
Network Engineer
Reports to: Head Network Planning
Supervises: Network Technicians
Role Definition:
The Network Engineer will be responsible for collection of road network and
bridge asset data. The Engineer will also be responsible for updating and
maintaining the road and bridge Asset Management Systems as well as participate
in formulation of appropriate Asset Management Strategies and investment plans.
Key Result Areas:
1) Collect road and bridge assets inventory data in line with departmental
guidelines and standards;
2) Review and update the road and bridge management systems;
3) Assist in the identification of roads, bridges and structures to be included in
the annual investment plan in line with departmental targets;
4) Update the cost data for road and bridge works (in liaison with the cost
estimation unit) and input to the road and bridge department;
5) Participate in the development of an asset management system in line with
departmental targets and standards;
6) Assist in the preparation of schedules for network data collection activities
in line with departmental targets;
7) Develop a risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in the
management of road network and bridge asset data;
8) Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations within
specified time frames;
9) Participate in planning, budgeting and reporting in line with departmental
guidelines and targets.
10)Manage the performance and development of staff in the unit in line with
the performance management system of UNRA.
1. An Honours Degree in Civil Engineering or any other related field;
2. Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or related field is an added advantage;
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3. Professional registration with the ERB or relevant Association of

professional engineers in the commonwealth countries is an added
advantage;
1) A minimum of 3 years experience in road asset management projects;
2) Asset management experience and a comprehensive knowledge of
infrastructure asset management processes, procedures and practices;
3) High level of computer skills and experience in the use of asset management
systems, database management, spreadsheets, word processing, scheduling
and computer based estimating and GIS;
4) Computer Literacy is a must.
Character:
5) Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results
tasks.
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GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER
Role:
Geotechnical Engineer
Reports to: Head Quality Control
Role Definition:
The Engineer will be responsible for carrying out independent Geotechnical data
collection, tests and analyses, reviewing quality of ground support systems and
slope designs and making recommendations on ground support systems. The
Geotechnical Engineer will also be responsible for reviewing ground conditions to
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ensure that unforeseen situations are detected at an early stage to enable

corrective design and construction measures to be implemented.
Key Result Areas:
1) Carry out independent Geotechnical investigations in line with
departmental standards and targets;
2) Carry out reviews on ground conditions during design in line with
departmental guidelines and standards;
3) Assess the materials to be used for each project in line with departmental
4) Carry out reviews and quality assurance on geotechnical reports submitted
by external Service Providers in line with departmental standards;
5) Responding to audit reports in line with departmental guidelines and
standards;
Geotechnical area;
7) Participate in Planning, budgeting and reporting in line with departmental
1) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field;
2) Professional registration with the ERB or relevant Association of
advantage;
3) Other Post Graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering, Geology, or other
relevant field will be an added advantage;
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1) A minimum of 3 years experience in Geotechnical investigations for roads

and bridges.
Character:
5) Excellent oral and written communication skills.
3- MATERIALS ENGINEER
Role:
Materials Engineer
Role Definition:
The Materials Engineer will be responsible for quality assurance of soils and
materials testing; reviewing tests results and proposing necessary amendments to
the design and construction works.
Key Result Areas:
1) Conduct independent soils and materials investigations in line with
departmental standards and guidelines;
2) Carry out reviews of contractors and consultants quality assurance
procedures and methodologies in line with departmental standards;
3) Carry out inspection and independent compliance checks on designs in line
with departmental standards;
4) Carry out reviews of soils and materials data and test results in line with
departmental standards;
5) Conduct Independent compliance inspections of construction works in line
6) Respond to audit reports in line with departmental guidelines and
standards;
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materials quality management;
1) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Soil
Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or any other related field;
2) Post Graduate qualifications in a related field is an added advantage;
3) Professional registration with the ERB or relevant Association of
advantage;
1) A minimum of 3 years experience in Soils and Materials investigations and
tests.
Character:
1)
2)
3)
4)
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Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations;
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
MATERIALS TECHNICIAN
Role:
Materials Technician
Reports to: Materials Engineer
Role Definition:
The Materials Technician will be responsible for carrying out routine inspection,
field and laboratory materials testing for road and bridge development and
maintenance projects for quality control purposes. In addition, the Technician will
be responsible for obtaining representative field samples, and inspection of
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ongoing construction works for compliance to engineering plans and

specifications.
Key Result Areas:
1) Assist in conducting independent soils and materials investigations on
design and construction works by obtaining representative field samples in
accordance with the approved soils and materials testing manual;
2) Participate in the review of contractors and consultants quality assurance
procedures and methodologies;
3) Carry out inspection and independent checks of design and construction
works for compliance with approved quality procedures, method statement
and testing plan;
4) Participate in the review of soils and materials data and test results in line
with soils and material testing manual;
5) Inspect construction works to ensure materials used conform to engineering
plans, specifications and standards.
1) An Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering or any other related field;
1) A minimum of 2 years experience in Soils and Materials investigations and
tests.
Character:
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HIGHWAY ENGINEER
Role:
Highway Engineer
Reports to: Highway Specialist
Role Definition:
The Highway Engineer will assist in carrying out route assessments, preparation
of the geometric designs entailing horizontal and vertical alignment design and
preparation of design drawings. In addition the Highway Engineer will also assist
in design of ancillary features including utility services and ICT ducts, road side
furniture, crush barrier systems, traffic diversions as well as participating in the
inspection of road construction projects in line with the designed standards.
Key Result Areas:
1. Assist in the preparation of the geometric designs in line with departmental
guidelines and targets;
2. Inspect road construction projects for compliance with design standards in
line with departmental guidelines and standards;
3. Participate in offering external design services in line with departmental
targets;
4. Carry out quality management and confirmation of measurements of the
executed works in line with bills of quantities, standards, and
specifications;
5. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures on geometric
designs;
6. Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations within
7. Participate in planning, budgeting and reporting in line with departmental
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering;
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professional engineers in the Commonwealth countries is an added
advantage;
3. Other Post Graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering or other relevant
field will be an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in highway design for major road projects.
2. Knowledge in any of the highway design software such as MX roads, Civil
3D
Character:
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BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES ENGINEER
Role:
Bridges and Structures Engineer
Reports to: Bridges and Structures Specialist
Role Definition:
The Bridges and Structures Engineer will assist in supervising site investigations
and design of bridges and structures, preparation of standard drawings and
bidding documents. Furthermore the Engineer will assist in site inspection of
existing bridges and structures during design, preparation and/or review of
feasibility studies and designs, durability assessment and providing input to the
preparation of bids for external tenders.
Key Result Areas:
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1. Participate in site inspection of existing bridges and structures in line with

2. Participate in preparation of designs for bridges and structures in line with
3. Participate in the review of structural designs in line with departmental
targets and guidelines;
4. Inspect bridge and structures construction projects for compliance with
design standards in line with departmental guidelines and standards;
5. Participate in preparation of bidding documents for bridges and structures
for construction works and services and external tenders in line with
departmental guidelines and targets;
6. Participate in offering design services to external entities in line with
7. Participate in quality management of design activities in line with
department guidelines and standards;
8. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures on bridges
and structures designs;
professional engineers in the Commonwealth is an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in designing bridges and structures using
Computer Aided Design Software (CADs).
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2. Preparation of structural drawings using AutoCAD application package

Character:
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Excellent oral and written communication skill;
MAINTENANCE DESIGN ENGINEER
Role:
Maintenance Design Engineer
Reports to: Manager Maintenance Design
Role Definition:
The Maintenance Design Engineer will participate in the design of road and bridge
maintenance interventions. The Engineer will also participate in project level
investigation/condition assessment and collection of other relevant data to assist
in evaluation of trends and patterns in pavement condition. In addition, the
Engineer will participate in the design and quality assurance of pavement works
and periodic monitoring of the performance of the pavement in accordance with
the Road Maintenance Management Manual.
Key Result Areas:
1. Participate in developing innovative road maintenance designs in line with
2. Participate in the design and quality assurance of road maintenance works
in line with departmental standards and guidelines;
3. Participate in periodic monitoring of the performance of the road
maintenance works;
4. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures on roads
maintenance designs;
6. Participate in Planning, budgeting and reporting in line with departmental
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1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering or any other related field;
2. Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or related field is an added advantage;
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in maintenance operations.
Character:
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills
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GIS OFFICER
Role:
GIS Officer
Reports to: Head Survey and Documentation
Role Definition:
The GIS Officer will be responsible for coordinating Topographic and the
acquisition of spatial data, storage, analysis and presentation of geographical
information. In addition the GIS Officer will be responsible for performing spatial
analyses and creating information products from the GIS and related software.
The GIS Officer will also provide support for GIS data conversion, systems
integration, systems/application development and implementation as well as high
quality map production including establishing GIS databases.
Key Result Areas:
1. Design and establish a Geographical Information System in line with
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2. Coordinate the acquisition of spatial data from external sources in line with
3. Perform data conversions and carry out spatial analyses in line with
4. Capture the location of UNRA assets in line with departmental targets and
guidelines;
5. Carry out quality assurance on data and maps done by external Service
Providers in line with departmental standards;
6. Responding to audit reports in line with departmental guidelines and
standards;
7. Develop a risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in the
Geographical Information System;
1. An Honors Degree in GIS, Geography, Surveying, Engineering, Computer
science or relented field;
2. Other Post Graduate qualifications in relevant field will be an added
advantage;
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in administration of GIS including
analysis and database development.
Character:
1. High levels of integrity;
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HIGHWAY SPECIALIST
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Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Highway Specialist
Head Design
Highway Engineers
Role Definition:
The Highway specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing a
functional geometric system design for highway road infrastructure in accordance
with Uganda Design Manual and UNRA guidelines and standards.
Key Result Areas:
1. Plan, develop and coordinate the execution of route assignments as well as
preparation of the geometric designs in line with Uganda Design Manual
and UNRA guidelines and standards;
2. Plan, review and coordinate the inspection of road geometry for roads under
construction in line with approved UNRA designs standards;
3. Plan and provide technical input to the preparation of statements of
requirements/terms of references for road studies in line with UNRA
guidelines;
4. Plan and coordinate the review of highway components of feasibility studies
and road designs in line with UNRA set standards;
5. Plan, review and coordinate the process of provision of value engineering of
road infrastructure design in line with UNRA guidelines and international
best practice;
6. Plan, develop and implement a system for monitoring and supervision of
road design contracts in line with UNRA design standards;
7. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the designs activities and
develop risk mitigation measures;
8. Manage the performance and development of staff under the section.
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3. Professional registration with the Professional Engineers Registration Board

(ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth is a must;
4. Computer literacy is an added advantage
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in highway design for major road projects;
2. Experience in preparing bidding documents and bids for road design and
construction project;
3. Demonstrated working experience in managing diverse professionals.
Required Interpersonal Competencies:
3. Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly employee relations;
tasks;
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MATERIALS SPECIALIST
Role:
Materials Specialists
Reports to: Head Design
Role Definition:
The Materials Specialist will be responsible for undertaking extensive soils and
materials testing including determination of adequacy of sub-grade materials,
pavement layers, stability of existing embankments, and identification of suitable
borrow pits. The Materials Specialist will also be responsible for providing
geotechnical and geological studies and analyses, reviewing of specialized and field
laboratory test results and developing design recommendations.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop and implement UNRA guidelines for soils and materials
investigations and tests in accordance with international Engineering
standards;
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2. Plan and undertake soils, materials and geotechnical investigations on

UNRA construction projects in line with approved UNRA guidelines;
3. Plan and provide professional input to the statements of requirements/terms
of references for soils and material studies and bidding documents;
4. Undertake the review of soils and materials data and material test results
prepared by external consultants;
5. Plan and undertake inspection of construction works to ensure materials
used conform to specifications and standards;
6. Plan and implement a system of managing risks on soil and material
activities and develop risk mitigation measures.
(ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth is a must.
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Soils and Materials investigations and
studies.
Character:
tasks.
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PAVEMENT SPECIALIST
Pavement Specialist
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Reports to:
Supervises:
Head Design
Pavement Engineers
Role Definition:
The Pavement Specialist will be responsible for providing professional advice and
development of pavement design and highway construction. The Pavement
Specialist will also be responsible for the compilation and analysis of the pavement
condition and other relevant data including construction data and assist in
evaluation of trends and patterns in pavement condition. In addition, the
Pavement Specialist will be responsible for the design and quality assurance of
pavement works and periodically monitoring the performance of the pavement
and ensure life cycle cost effectiveness.
Key Result Areas:
1. Review and update the Authoritys pavement manual, standard drawings
and specifications in line with UNRA guidelines;
2. Plan, review and suggest modifications to all pavement performance
related aspects in construction, maintenance and pavement design
standards;
3. Plan, develop and coordinate the implementation of the designs for all
pavements in line with approved UNRA standards;
4. Plan and develop cost effective and innovative solutions for road/
pavement construction and maintenance projects in line with
international standards and best practice;
5. Monitor compliance with standards and specifications for pavement
design and workmanship;
6. Develop and implement sound leading edge pavement solutions for
internal and external clients in line with international standards and
best practice;
7. Develop and implement systems for carrying out investigations into
causes of pavement deterioration on UNRA roads in line with UNRA
8. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the pavement design
activities and develop risk mitigation measures;
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1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Pavement/ materials engineering;
2. Experience in highways construction and pavement engineering and mix
design is an added advantage;
Character:
tasks.
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ROAD SAFETY SPECIALIST
Role:
Road Safety Specialist
Role Definition:
The Road Safety Specialist will be responsible for implementing procedures and
standards for the delivery of road safety interventions and providing professional
advice in all aspects of Road safety. In addition, the Specialist will be responsible
for undertaking site inspections and investigations, feasibility studies, preliminary
and detailed design, data collection and analysis.
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Key Result Areas:

1. Plan, review and propose required amendments to Road Safety Manuals;
2. Plan and implement systems for the collection of Road safety data in line
with UNRA standards and Annual Statutory performance agreement;
3. Develop and implement systems for preparation of cost estimates and
tender documents for road safety designs in line with UNRA Annual
Statutory performance agreement;
4. Design and implement countermeasures to mitigate road accidents in line
with UNRA road safety guidelines;
5. Provide technical input to the preparation of statements of
requirements/terms of references for road studies and prepare proposals for
tenders submitted to external clients;
6. Plan and conduct road safety audits on all feasibility studies and road
designs in line with approved UNRA Road Safety Audit Manual;
7. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the road safety activities
and develop risk mitigation measures.
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Road Safety Engineering.
Character:
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tasks.
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LANDSCAPE SPECIALIST
Role:
Landscape Specialist
Role Definition:
The Landscape Specialist will be responsible for landscape designs for road and
bridge projects including planting of roadside trees, flowers, grass; pedestrian
ways, railing and lighting. The Landscape Specialist will also be responsible for
ensuring the road and bridges designs are not only functional but also beautiful
and harmonious with the natural environment. This will also involve planning for
the locations of buildings, walkways, flowers, shrubs, and trees within designed
road and bridges corridors.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop, review and update the Authoritys landscape manual/ landscape
design policy in line with UNRA guidelines;
2. Plan and conduct preliminary studies of road and bridge sites for
landscape requirements in line with UNRA standards;
3. Plan and implement the beautification program in regard to planting
trees/ flowers/ grass along all acquired Right of Way in line with the
landscape policy and UNRA guidelines;
4. Develop and contribute landscape design details to overall road and
bridge design processes in line with UNRA standards and international
best practice;
5. Prepare landscape designs for all UNRA facilities including UNRA
headquarters, stations offices, UNRA Parking lots, weighbridges and
ferry landing sites in line with UNRA guidelines;
6. Develop and prepare a data base of approved materials for use in
landscape designs.
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1. An Honors Degree in Architecture, Landscape Design or any other related
field;
other Post Graduate qualifications in Architecture, Landscape Design or
other relevant field will be an added advantage;
3. Professional registration with the Architects Registration Board or its
equivalent in the Commonwealth is an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in landscape architecture.
Character:
tasks.
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TRANSPORT ECONOMIST
Role:
Transport Economist
Role Definition:
The Transport Economist will be responsible for conducting and reviewing
economic evaluation of road and bridge projects including carrying out review of
economic factors pertaining to the various aspects of the projects over the design
life. The Transport Economist will be responsible for carrying out a review of the
benefits and costs streams, economic and financial analysis to yield the most
optimal options that maximise benefits. In addition the Transport Economist will
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be responsible for leading the socio-economic surveys on incomes and livelihoods

and carrying out sensitivity tests to check the robustness of the project outcome.
Key Result Areas:
1. Plan and implement systems to carry out economic evaluation of roads,
bridges and ferries projects in line with UNRA Annual Statutory
performance agreement;
2. Formulate and update the project appraisal tools, metrics, performance
indicators for the economic evaluation of projects in line with UNRA
Annual Statutory performance agreement;
3. Collate and update the necessary input data to model evaluation software in
line with UNRA standards and Annual Statutory performance agreement;
4. Plan and formulate terms of reference for economic evaluation for roads,
bridges and ferry studies in line with UNRA Annual Statutory performance
agreement;
5. Carry out Economic evaluation of capital Investment plans for UNRA
construction, maintenance and user costs in line with UNRA Annual
6. Participate in reviews of feasibility and similar studies in line with UNRA
7. Plan and undertake post project completion studies in line with UNRA
Annual Statutory performance agreement.
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Economics or in a
related field;
2. Masters Degree in Transport Economics or its equivalent is an added
advantage;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in project economic evaluation and
appraisal of road related projects;
2. Competence in the use of project evaluation software such as HDM-4 is
an added advantage.
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Character;
challenging tasks.
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QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Role:
Quantity Surveyor
Role Definition:
The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for developing methods of
measurement of quantities to match the general specifications. The Quantity
Surveyor will also be responsible for preparing the unit rate analysis for each major
construction item using best cost elements of labour, material, equipment,
overheads, risks and profit. In addition the Quantity Surveyor will be responsible
for preparing cost comparisons of both input unit rates and aggregate cost per
kilometer with similar ongoing road and bridges development and maintenance
projects both in Uganda and within the region.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop templates and data collection systems for unit rate analysis and
cost estimates in line with UNRAs guidelines and standards;
2. Develop standard BOQ to guide cost estimates of projects in line with
UNRA standards and Annual Statutory performance agreement;
3. Develop and implement systems to monitor all costs associated with design,
construction and maintenance of roads and bridges in line with UNRA
4. Develop and implement cost optimization procedures for value for money
analysis in line with UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement;
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5. Manage procured services of quantity surveying in line with UNRA

contract management guidelines.
1. An Honors Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil
Engineering;
other Post Graduate qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction
Management, Cost Engineering or other relevant field will be an added
advantage;
3. Professional registration with a Professional Surveyors Board or its
equivalent in the Commonwealth or relevant professional body is a must;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in cost estimation for road or bridges
related projects.
Character:
tasks.
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RESEARCH FELLOW
Role:
Research Fellow
Reports to: Head Research and Development
Role Definition:
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Research Fellow will be responsible for undertaking Research and Development in

innovative approaches and technologies in roads and bridges construction and
maintenance. The Fellow will be responsible for envisioning and engaging in high
quality research on road and bridge design, construction and maintenance
resulting into cutting edge innovations and solutions. In addition the Fellow will
be responsible for developing proposals for research projects.
Key Result Areas:
1. Identify current challenges and opportunities in road and bridge design,
construction and maintenance and develop solutions and innovations in line
with UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement;
2. Establish linkages with local and international institutions and research
organization/ partners in line with UNRA Annual Statutory performance
agreement;
3. Formulate and support the identification of sources of funding for research
projects;
4. Develop and establish a laboratory as a Centre of excellence for quality
assurance of materials and all proposed solutions;
5. Initiate and develop a system for the dissemination of research data,
publications and best practices in line with UNRA Annual Statutory
6. Develop and implement a system for the adoption of research innovations in
line with UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement.
1. Honors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field;
2. A Masters degree Civil Engineering or a related field as an added advantage;
3. Professional registration with the relevant Association of professional
engineers is an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in road design, construction and
maintenance projects;
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2. Demonstration of an outstanding research profile including proven track

record in developing engineering research collaborations;
3. Evidence of active research experience with a leading research organization.
Character:
tasks.
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MANAGER LAND SURVEY
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Manager Land Survey

Head Survey and Documentation
Land Surveyors and Technicians
Role Definition:
The Manager Land Survey will be responsible for carrying out topographic and
cadastral surveys, digital mapping, data processing and analysis and upload of
cadastral data on the GIS system. The Manager Land Survey will also be
responsible for producing Maps, topographic and hydrographic data, strip maps of
Project Affected Persons(PAPs), road layout drawings and road profile drawings;
implementation of the quality assurance system of the survey process as well as
survey records and reports.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop and implement guidelines, procedures and quality assurance
process for survey projects in line with UNRA standards and Annual
2. Plan and implement topographic, cadastral and hydrographic surveys
and mapping in line with UNRA standards and Annual Statutory
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3. Revise and update the GIS, Maps, strip maps for PAPs, road layout and
road profile drawings for engineering design and construction purposes;
4. Survey, plot, set out and mutate all the land in the Right of Way and
obtain the necessary approvals for transfer of titles;
5. Formulate systems for the quality assurance of surveys in line with
UNRA standards and Annual Statutory performance agreement;
6. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the land surveys
7. Manage the performance and development of staff under the section in
line with the performance management system.
1. An Honors Degree in Surveying;
other Post Graduate qualifications in Surveying or other relevant field will
be an added advantage;
3. Professional registration with a relevant body or its equivalent in the
Commonwealth is a must;
4. Computer literacy is a must;
5. Working knowledge of GIS is a must.
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in surveying;
2. Experience in preparing survey documentation;
Character;
tasks.
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ASPHALT SPECIALIST
Role:
Asphalt Specialist
Role Definition:
The Asphalt Specialist will be responsible for the implementation and
management of in-house quality control and assurance procedures in respect of all
asphalt works. The Specialist will be responsible for carrying out independent
quality and assurance checks, and mainstreaming asphalt works quality control
within the organization. In addition, the Specialist will contribute towards
UNRAs ISO certification process by providing input to the processes for asphalt
quality control to be followed within the organization.
Key Result Areas:

1. Review and make proposals for asphalt works quality control and assurance
procedures in line with UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement;
2. Develop and implement quality control and assurance procedures in line
with UNRA standards;
3. Monitor and evaluate asphalt works in line with the quality guidelines and
directorate guidelines;
4. Evaluate the performance of contractors in asphalt overlay on roads and
compliance with the asphalt laying standards and take timely decisions;
5. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the asphalt activities and
develop risk mitigation measures;
6. Manage the performance and development of staff under the section in line
with the performance management system.
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3. Registration with the Professional Engineers Registration Board (ERB) or

its equivalent in the Commonwealth is a must;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in asphalt construction works and mix
design;
Character:
5. Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate; results
tasks.
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COST ESTIMATION SPECIALIST
Role:
Cost Estimation Specialist
Reports to: Head Project Formulation
Role Definition:
The Cost Estimation Specialist will be responsible for coming up with cost
estimation methods to be used in determining the design and construction costs.
The Specialist will also be responsible for preparing the unit rate analysis for all
construction items using best cost element of labour, material, equipment,
overheads, risks and profit. In addition the Specialist will be responsible for
preparing cost comparisons of both unit rates and per kilometre costs with similar
on-going road and bridges development and maintenance projects both in Uganda
and within the region.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop templates for unit rate analysis and cost estimates;
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2. Develop and implement systems to monitor all costs associated with design,
construction and maintenance of roads and bridges in line with UNRA
3. Participate in preparation of tender and contract documents in line with
UNRA standards and Annual Statutory performance agreement.
4. Prepare and analyze costs for bids in line with UNRA Directorate Work
Plan.
5. Plan and undertake market re-assessment of bid prices in line with UNRA
Annual Statutory performance agreement.
6. Develop and implement cost optimization procedures for value for money
analysis in line with UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement.
8. Participate in preparation of tender and contract documents in line with
UNRA standards and Annual Statutory performance agreement.
9. Prepare and analyse costs for bids in line with UNRA Annual Statutory
performance agreement.
10. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the cost estimation
1. An honors degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or
related field.
other post graduate qualifications in Quantity or other relevant field will be
an added advantage.
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in cost estimation for road related
projects.
Character;
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2.
3.
4.
5.
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Proven track record of outstanding performance

Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results
tasks.
SOCIOLOGIST
Role:
Sociologist
Reports to: Head Environment and Social Safeguards
Role Definition:
The Sociologist will be responsible for Identification and evaluation of
social/gender risks and carrying out social impact assessments of road and bridge
upgrading and maintenance projects. The Sociologist will also be responsible for
proposing mitigation actions to be carried out to minimize any negative social
impacts on the projects and the affected communities. In addition, the Sociologist
will be responsible for conducting gender analysis and proposing measures for
ensuring equal benefits for engendered persons.
Key Result Areas:

1. Formulate and review the social management policy and guidelines in line
with UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement;
2. Plan and carry out social impact studies in line with the roads and bridges
directorate work plan;
3. Plan and implement Resettlement Action Plans (RAP) in line with UNRA
4. Identify and develop programs to work with key stakeholders ( NEMA,
NFA, Local Governments, Political Leaders, and affected communities) to
ensure timely acquisition of Right of Way and that the roads are sustained;
5. Monitor the implementation of social management plans for construction
projects in line with UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement;
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6. Review RAP reports of feasibility studies and road designs in line with
UNRA Annual Statutory performance agreement and standards;
7. Develop and implement mainstreaming of gender and HIV/AIDS policies in
UNRA construction projects in line with UNRA Annual Statutory
8. Plan and implement Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) strategies in
UNRA construction projects in line with UNRA health and safety policy;
9. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the social management
10. Plan and implement an effective system of responding to and managing
grievances from affected persons in line with UNRA Annual Statutory
1. An Honors Degree in Social Sciences or any other relevant degree plus a
Masters Degree in related field.
2. Any other Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added
advantage.
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in infrastructure development work with
Social and Gender components including preparation of Social impact
assessments, Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs).
Character:
tasks.
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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
Role:
Reports to:
Environmental Specialist
Head Environment and Social Safeguard
Role Definition:
The Environmental Specialist will be responsible for Identification and evaluation
of environmental risks and impacts of road and bridge upgrading and maintenance
projects. The Specialist will also be responsible for carrying out Environmental
Impact Assessments (EIAs) with liaison with the relevant stakeholders (NEMA,
NFA, etc) and proposing mitigation measures to minimize residual impacts. In
addition the Specialist will be responsible for promoting improved environmental
performance including implementation of environmental management plans for
ongoing roads and bridges projects.
Key Result Areas:
1. Review and formulate environmental management policy and guidelines in
line with statutory and regulatory bodies (NEMA, NFA etc.) guidelines,
international benchmarks and UNRA Annual Statutory performance
agreement;
2. Plan and carry out Environmental impact studies in line with UNRA
3. Plan and carry out Environmental Audits and Monitoring on on-going
construction works in line with UNRA standards;
4. Identify and develop programs to work with key stakeholders ( NEMA,
NFA, Local Governments, Political Leaders, and affected communities) to
ensure timely acquisition of Right of Way and that the roads are sustained;
5. Review EIA Reports for feasibility and design studies; make
recommendations on contractor EIA proposals in line with UNRA Annual
6. Develop and implement strategies to mainstream environmental policies in
UNRA construction projects in line with UNRA Annual Statutory
7. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the environmental
management programs and develop risk mitigation measures;
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8. Plan and implement an effective system of responding to and managing

grievances from affected persons in line with UNRA Annual Statutory
1. An Honors Degree in Environmental Management, Social Sciences,
Environmental Engineering, or any other relevant degree plus a Masters
Degree in related field;
2. Post Graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added
advantage;
4. Professional registration with a relevant body or its equivalent in the
Commonwealth is a must;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Environmental Impact Assessments
and preparation of EIA reports;
Character:
tasks.
22- PROJECT ENGINEER
Role:
Project Engineer
Reports to:
Head Project Formulation
Role Definition:
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The Project Engineer will participate in project formulation comprising

preparation of concept notes, scope statements, pre-feasibility studies and
preparation of project profiles. In addition, the project Engineer will participate in
project appraisals with development partners, preparation of the relevant reports
and documentation.
Key Result Areas:
1. Carry out project identification and initiation in line with the strategic plan
and departmental guidelines and targets;
2. Participate in preparation of funding proposals for planned projects in line
with departmental targets and guidelines;
3. Perform project appraisals in line with departmental guidelines and targets;
4. Participate in contract management in line with departmental guidelines
and standards;
5. Respond to audit reports in line with departmental guidelines and
standards;
projects;
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering or any other relevant field;
2. Post Graduate qualifications in Project Planning, or any other relevant field
will be an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in project formulation and management.
Character:
4. Excellent oral and written communication skill
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SURVEYOR
Role:
Surveyor
Reports to: Manager Land Survey
Role Definition:
The Surveyor will be responsible for the execution of topographic surveys, digital
mapping, data processing and analysis. The Surveyor will also be responsible for
quality control of data collection, setting out and verification of construction
works. In addition the Surveyor will be responsible for quality assurance of the
survey process as well as survey records and reports.
Key Result Areas:
1) Prepare survey guidelines, procedures and quality assurance processes in line
with standards and best practice;
2) Carry out topographic, hydrographic and cadastral surveys for design purposes
and set out road alignment in line with the final approved engineering project
designs and generate reports;
3) Monitor quality control of surveys, mapping and monument/survey beacons
preservation;
4) Capture geo-spatial data for design, construction and decision making;
6) Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in survey
projects.
surveyors will be an advantage;
3. Other Post Graduate qualifications in surveys or other relevant field will be an
added advantage;
2. Experience in engineering and cadastral surveys and digital mapping.
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Character;
3. Ability to work as part of a team;
Ability to deliver accurate results in a timely manner and in an environment with
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GEOTECHNICAL SPECIALIST
Role:
Reports to:
Geotechnical Specialist
Geotechnical Engineer
Role Definition:
The Specialist will be responsible for carrying out independent Geotechnical data
collection, tests and analyses, reviewing quality of ground support systems and
slope designs and making recommendations on ground support systems. The
Geotechnical Specialist will also be responsible for reviewing ground conditions
to ensure that unforeseen situations are detected at an early stage to enable
corrective design and construction measures to be implemented. In addition the
Specialist will assist with the design of built structures using specialized
computer software or calculations.
Key Result Areas:
1) Plan detailed field investigations in line with departmental standards and
targets;
2) Carry out independent Geotechnical investigations in line with departmental
standards and targets;
3) Carry out reviews on ground conditions during design in line with
4) Assess the materials to be used for each project in line with departmental
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5) Carry out reviews and quality assurance on geotechnical reports submitted by

external Service Providers in line with departmental standards;
6) Responding to audit reports in line with departmental guidelines and
standards;
Geotechnical area;
1) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field;
2) Professional registration with the ERB or relevant Association of professional
engineers in the commonwealth countries is a must;
3) Other Post Graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering, Geology, or other
relevant field will be an added advantage;
1) A minimum of 5 years experience in Geotechnical investigations for roads and
bridges.
2) Design of built structures using specialized computer software.
Character:
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HEAD NETWORK PLANNING
Role:
Head Network Planning
Reports to: Director Network Planning and Engineering
Supervises: Network Engineers
Network Technician
Role Definition:
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Manage road and bridge asset network data and plan investment in the road
network. The Head Road network planning will also provide technical advice in
road asset management in line with industry best practice and take responsibility
for upgrading, updating and maintaining the road and bridge Asset Management
Systems and recommending appropriate Asset Management Strategies and
investment plans. The head network planning will also be responsible for
accountability of the resources under the department including human, financial,
property, equipment etc.
Key result areas
1. Plan and set performance benchmarks for the department in line with the
strategic plan and Board directives
2. Develop and coordinate the collection of inventory data, road and bridge
condition data, site investigations and testing, traffic and other network
data.
3. Plan, review and update the road and bridge management systems in line
with UNRA Information Management guidelines.
4. Plan, review and implement best practice asset management and
maintenance systems and coordinate the implementation of Annual
Investment Plans in line with the strategic plan and objectives
5. Plan, coordinate the management and monitor the implementation of Road
Network planning contracts and projects in line with UNRA strategy
6. Plan, budget and account for Network Planning departmental resources in
line with UNRA financial management guidelines
7. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the networking activities
and develop risk mitigation measures.
8. Manage performance and develop direct reports in line with the
performance management system of UNRA
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3. Professional registration with the Professional Engineers Registration

Board(ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth countries is a must
4. Computer literacy is a must
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Road Asset Management projects.
2. Asset management experience and a comprehensive knowledge of
infrastructure asset management processes, procedures and practices.
3. High level of computer skills and experience in the use of Asset
Management systems, database management, spread sheets, word
processing, scheduling and computer based estimating and GIS.
Character:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Very good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate
challenging tasks
HEAD QUALITY CONTROL
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Head Quality Control

Director Network Planning and Engineering
Quality Control Team
Role Definition:
The Head of Quality Control will be responsible for developing, implementing and
managing in-house quality control and assurance procedures and plans. The role
holder will also be responsible for carrying out independent quality and assurance
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checks and mainstreaming quality control within the organization and contribute
towards UNRAs ISO certification process or any other internationally accepted
independent certification. The head quality control will also be responsible for
accountability of the resources under the department including human, financial,
property, equipment etc.
Key result areas
1. Plan and set performance benchmarks for the department in line with the
strategic plan and Board directives;
2. Plan and Develop Quality control assurance procedures for UNRA road
works in line with approved quality standards;
3. Review and coordinate the Implementation of Quality control and
assurance systems in line with approved quality standards;
4. Managing Quality control and assurance contracts in line with approved
guidelines;
5. Plan and monitor the implementation of projects in Quality Control in line
with UNRA quality standards;
6. Plan, budget and account for Quality Control departmental resources in line
with UNRA financial management guidelines
7. Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the quality assurance
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(ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth countries is a must
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in quality control and or material
testing on roads and bridges projects.
Character:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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High level of integrity.

Proven track record of outstanding performance
Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results
tasks
DRAINAGE ENGINEER
Role:
Drainage Engineer
Reports to: Hydrologist
Role Definition:
The Drainage Engineer will participate in the execution of hydrological and
hydraulic studies for drainage catchments including determination of catchment
areas and rainfall intensities; calculation of catchment run offs and discharge
characteristics for bridges and drainage structures. The Drainage Engineer will
also participate in the determination of flood lines, slopes, capacity and sizes of
various drainage structures.
Key result areas and performance indicators
No
A.
Key result areas

Performance indicators
Carry
out
Hydraulic
and 1) Draft Initial assessment report
Hydrological studies including
submitted to the Hydrologist
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B.
C.
D.
sizing of various drainage

structures
Participate in the review of
drainage aspects of all feasibility
studies and designs
Participate in the inspection of
drainage works to ensure design
standards
are
not
being
compromised
Participate in the management of
risk on drainage activities
2) Draft Hydraulic and Hydrological

report submitted to the Hydrologist.
Comments prepared and submitted to
the Hydrologist
Draft inspection reports prepared and
submitted to the Hydrologist
1) Risk register generated and updated
throughout the design process.
2) Effective
mitigation
measures
formulated and implemented.

1. An honors degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology
or in any other relevant field.
engineers is an added advantage.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in hydraulic and hydrological engineering and
studies.
Character;
1. Very High levels of integrity.
4. Very good oral and written communication skills.
5. Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results in
a timely manner and in an environment with multiple and challenging tasks.
28- MANAGER NETWORK PLANNING

Reports to: HEAD NETWORK PLANNING
Supervises: Network Engineers
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Role Definition:
Responsible for collection of road condition data, preparation, design and
implementation of strategies for monitoring asset management, as well as contract
management of related aspects. Development of Road Investment Plans based on a
rational asset management approach to optimize budgetary allocation and road
asset renewal decisions.
Key Result Areas:
1. Supervise the collection of road condition data i.e. visual condition
(cracking, edge break and drainage), roughness, rutting, stripping, bleeding
and raveling;
2. Supervise the collection of traffic data and updating of road inventory
register;
3. Coordinate the inputting of road data (in the right format) in the road
management system a Geo-referencing of roads and their furniture;
4. Analyse data in the Pavement Management System tools/software using
GIS, DTIMS, HDM4 and RED;
5. Analyse collected data on Bridge and Culvert condition and in the Bridge
Management System;
6. Prepare Short and Long Term Investment Plans;
7. Prepare Road Condition Reports;
8. Prepare, design and implement strategies for Monitoring Asset
Management, including Output & Performance based Road Maintenance
Contracts (OPRC), Design, Build, Maintain, Operation and Transfer
(DBMOT) area wide network performance contracts, Support in the
Operation and Maintenance of PPP projects, developing Asset Management
Policies and Preparation of Asset Valuation, and supporting Maintenance
and Road Development budget preparation.
9. Contract Management including management of Framework Data
Collection Consultants on a daily basis (this will involve approvals and
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general administration), and monitoring of OPRC service levels and quality

assurance.
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering ;
Civil Engineering or other relevant field will be an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Road Asset Management and
Engineering covering investment planning, implementation and life cycle
costing.
Character:
2. High sense of business acumen;
tasks.
29- SURVEY TECHNICIAN
Role:
Survey Technician
Reports to: Surveyor
Role Definition:
The Survey Technician will be responsible for collection and analysis of land
survey/geometric data as well as report preparation. In addition the Technician
will be responsible for validation of Data collected and proper maintenance of the
equipment.
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Key Result Areas

1) Survey roads and bridges in accordance with good practice, appropriate
standards, guidance documents and specifications in order to collect
topographic and cadastral data for design and project monitoring during
construction;
2) Setting out roads and bridge structures for construction;
3) Contribute to the upkeep of survey equipment ensuring it is fit for purpose and
field measurement is to the required standard;
4) Assist with the scheduling of field work activities; and
5) Prepare and submit reports on data collected.
1) Ordinary diploma in Land Surveying or diploma in relevant field.
1) A minimum of 2 years experience in Land Surveys on Engineering Projects;
2) High level of computer skills and experience in the use of Survey Equipment
and digital Mapping.
Character:
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BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES SPECIALIST
Role:
Bridges and Structures Specialist
Supervises:
Bridges and Structures Engineers
Role Definition:
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The Bridges and Structures Specialist will be responsible for planning, developing
and implementing a system for carrying out site investigations; design of bridges
and structures; preparation of standard drawings and bidding documents in line
with UNRA guidelines and Standards.
Key Result Areas:
a) Review and update the Authoritys bridge and structures design manuals,
standard drawings and specifications in line with UNRA guidelines and
standards;
b) Plan and undertake site inspection and assessment of existing bridges and
structures and make appropriate design review recommendations in line with
UNRA Standards;
c) Review and coordinate the process for the provision of value engineering of
road infrastructure design in line with the UNRA guidelines;
d) Provide technical input to the preparation of statements of requirements/terms
of references for bridges and structures studies and prepare proposals for
tenders submitted to external clients;
e) Develop and coordinate the preparation of bridges and structures designs in
line with the Annual Statutory performance agreement;
f) Develop and implement a system for monitoring and supervision of bridges and
structures design contracts in line with UNRA guidelines and standards;
g) Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the bridges and structures
h) Manage the performance and development of staff under the section;

a) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering or;
b) A Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with a
Masters Degree in a relevant field;
c) For those with a Bachelors Degree, a Masters Degree in a related field and
other post graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering or other relevant field
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d) Professional registration with the Professional Engineers Registration Board

(ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth is a must.
Computer literacy is a must.
a) Experience and Knowledge;
b) A minimum of 5 years experience in designing bridges and structures;
c) Experience in preparing bidding documents and bids for bridges and
structures;
d) Demonstrated working experience in managing diverse professionals.
Character:
a) High level of integrity;
b) Proven track record of outstanding performance;
c) Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations;
d) Excellent oral and written communication skills;
e) Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results in
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PAVEMENT ENGINEER
Role:
Pavement Engineer
Reports to: Pavement Specialists
Role Definition:
The Pavement Engineer will participate in the compilation and analysis of the
pavement condition and other relevant data including construction data. In
addition, the Pavement Engineer will also participate in the design and quality
assurance of pavement works and periodic monitoring of the performance of the
pavement.
Key Result Areas:
1. Participate in the design for all pavements in line with departmental guidelines
and standards;
2. Review structural designs in line with departmental targets and guidelines;
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3. Participate in the deterioration investigations of pavements in line with

4. Carry out quality assurance of pavement works in line with departmental
5. Participate in offering design services to external entities in line with
6. Carry out periodic monitoring of the performance of constructed pavements in
line with departmental guidelines and standards;
7. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures on pavement
designs;
1) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering;
2) Masters Degree in Pavement Engineering or related field is an added
advantage;
3) Professional registration with the ERB or relevant Association of professional
engineers in the Commonwealth countries is an added advantage;
1) A minimum of 3 years experience in Pavement / materials engineering.
Character:
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Role:
HEAD PROJECT FORMULATION

Head Project Formulation
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Reports to: Director Network Planning and Engineering

Supervises: Project Engineers
Transport Planner
Cost Estimation Specialist
Business Development Specialist
Role Definition:
The Head of Project Formulation will be responsible for preparation of project
concept notes, scope statements, pre-feasibility studies, design and construction
unit cost analysis, preparation of project profiles and business development. In
addition, the Head will be responsible for participating in project appraisals with
development partners, preparation of the relevant reports, documentations, and
coordination of all development partner projects. The Head Project Formulation
will also be responsible for accountability of the resources under the department
including human, financial, property, equipment etc.
Key result areas
a) Plan and set performance benchmarks for the department in line with the
strategic plan and the statutory performance agreement;
b) Plan, undertake project Identification and initiation and implement a system for
project appraisals in line with UNRA strategic plan and project management
guidelines;
c) Plan and Coordinate projects and programs funded and supported by
development partners in line with project requirements;
d) Undertake Design and Construction unit cost analysis for projects undertaken
in line with approved guidelines and standards;
e) Plan and coordinate the development of Business plans and proposals in line
with UNRA Strategic Plan;
f) Plan, budget and account for Project formulation departmental resources in line
with UNRA financial management guidelines;
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g) Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the project formulation

Manage performance and develop direct reports in line with the performance
a) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering or;
b) A Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with a
Masters Degree in a relevant field;
c)For those with a Bachelors Degree, a Masters Degree in a related field and other
post graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering or other relevant field will be an
added advantage;
d) Professional registration with the Professional Engineers Registration Board
(ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth countries is a must;
e) Computer literacy is a must.
a) A minimum of 5 years experience in project appraisals and business
management;
b) Demonstrated working experience in managing diverse professionals.
Character:
c) Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations
d) Excellent oral and written communication skills;
e) Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results
tasks.
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DIRECTORATE OF ROADS INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION

1. DIRECTOR ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Director Road Infrastructure Protection

Executive Director
Head Enforcement
Head Ferry Services
Head Traffic and Road Safety
Role Definition:
The Directorate is responsible for the protection of National Roads and Bridges
infrastructure, providing ferry services that link national roads network and
carrying out road safety audits and road user education as well as incident and
traffic flow management.
Key Results Areas
a)
Manage Weigh bridge operations ensuring compliance with legal
vehicle loads.
b)
Maintain weighbridge infrastructure including weighbridge
calibration to ensure reliability and consistency of measurements.
c)
Propose required amendments to the vehicle load legislation.
d)
Carry out routine and periodic maintenance of ferries.
e)
Institute and apply safety measures on all ferries and ensure these are
adhered to at all times including having standby rescue boats, safety jackets,
registration of passengers and their properties.
f)
Develop and maintain ferries infrastructure including landing
platforms, passage waiting shades and rest areas.
g)
Prepare and update ferry route schedules and ensure adherence.
h)
Make proper accountability for the resources.
i) Manage a rapid response patrol unit responsible for protecting road
infrastructure including pavement, road reserves and road furniture.
j) Liaison with Roads and Bridges Development to obtain the list of PAPs
compensated but did not vacate.
k) Formulate regulations for installation of billboards and grant permissions.
l) Grant permissions to utility companies wanting to use the road reserve.
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m) Provide towing services to remove broken down vehicles at owners cost.

n) Sensitize road users on Highway Code, carry out safety audits and
identification of black spots.
o) Establish a traffic information centre that will provide travel advisory services
by relaying real time traffic information to motorists via Variable Message
Services (VMS), UNRA website, Radio, etc
p) Institute Traffic flow management systems on national roads.
q) Plans and reports
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports on vehicle load control, ferries
operations, road safety and road reserve protection.
Prepare annual road safety audit reports.
r) Budget management
Maintain records of expenditure, accounting, costing and billing

against progress payments for all Directorate activities.
Ensure all activities are undertaken within the approved budget

constraints.
Identify and manage cost saving opportunities and overruns.

s) Quality management and compliance
Ensure quality standards are adhered to and compliance with the law and
standards.
t) Occupation, health and safety
Take all practical steps to ensure that all health and safety checks, procedures and
guidelines are adhered to on all activities.
u) Risk management
Identify, proactively manage the risks and implement risk mitigation measures and
update the risk register on a monthly basis for all activities in the Directorate.
v) Environmental management
Comply with environmental policies and procedures, including, keeping a record
of all environmental incidents or breaches.
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Manage performance and development of staff under direct supervision as

per the Human Resources performance management policy.
An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Economics, Law, Business
Administration, Management, or any other relevant degree plus a Masters
Degree in related field.
Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
Computer literacy is a must
4) A minimum of 7 years experience in enforcement and compliance operations or
in roads infrastructure
Character;
Very High levels of integrity.
Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results in
2. HEAD TRAFFIC & ROAD SAFETY

Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Head Traffic & Road Safety

Director Road Infrastructure Protection
Road Safety Engineers and Officers
Role Definition:
The Head Traffic & Road Safety will be responsible for carrying out road safety
audits on the national roads network. In addition the Head will be responsible for
carrying out road user education; manage accountability of the resources under the
department including human, financial, property and equipment.
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Key Results Areas

a) Plan, budget and account for Traffic & Road Safety
operations and
resources in line with UNRA financial management guidelines;

b) Formulate and implement systems and standards for Road Safety in line
with the applicable laws and standards
c) Supervise the carrying out of audits and identification of black spots on
national roads.
d) Liaise with the Directorate of Maintenance to improve the identified black
spots on national roads
e) Formulate and implement systems and standards for road user education in
line with the applicable laws, UNRA Standards and International Best
Practices
f)Supervise the management of out sourced services relating to Traffic and
Road Safety
g) Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the Traffic & Road Safety
operations and develop risk mitigation measures;
h) Manage performance and prepare reports in line with the performance
i) Respond to audit issues and implement the agreed recommendations
j) Supervise the towing services to remove broken down vehicles from the
national roads at owners cost.
k) Sensitize road users on the Highway Code and other relevant laws
l) Manage the
traffic information centre that will provide travel advisory
services by relaying real time traffic information to motorists via Variable

Message Services (VMS), UNRA website, Radio, etc
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An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering or any other relevant degree
Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
Computer literacy is a must
6) A minimum of 5 years experience in roads safety management.
Character;
Very High levels of integrity.
3. MANAGER VEHICLE LOAD CONTROL

Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Manager Vehicle Load Control

Head Enforcement
Weighbridge Controllers
Role Definition:
The Manager Vehicle Load Control is responsible for managing fixed weighbridge
operations, planning and reporting on fixed weighbridges activities. In addition
the Manager will be responsible for engaging stakeholders including sensitization
and dialogue meetings. The Manager Vehicle Load Control will also be responsible
for accountability of the resources under the unit including human, financial,
property, equipment.
Key result areas
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a) Participate in the planning, budgeting and account for vehicle load control
resources in line with UNRA financial management guidelines;
b) Plan and coordinate the implementation of fixed Weighbridge operations in
line with weighbridge guidelines and applicable legislation.
c) Review current legislation on vehicle loading and propose necessary
amendments.
d) Plan and implement quality management systems in vehicle load control
operations in line with UNRA guidelines and International best practices.
e) Formulate and implement Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) systems
and standards in weighbridge operations in line with Health and Safety laws.
f) Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the fixed weighbridge
management activities and develop risk mitigation measures.
g) Manage performance of staff and develop reports in line with the
a) An Honours Degree Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Economics,
Social Sciences, Law, Business Administration, Management, or any other
relevant degree
b) Possession of a Masters Degree in related field will be an added advantage
c) Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
d) Computer literacy is a must
a) A minimum of 5 years experience in roads infrastructure or enforcement in a
large organization.
b) Demonstrated working experience in managing an organization/business
unit with diverse professions.
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c) Knowledge of multiple languages is an added advantage.

Character:
a) High level of integrity.
b) Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates.
d) Very good oral and written communication skills.
tasks.
f) Ability to work under stressful conditions.
4. MANAGER FIELD OPERATIONS

Reports to: Head Enforcement
Supervises: Enforcement Officers (Road Reserve & Vehicle Load)
Role Definition:
The Manager Field Operations is responsible for the direct supervision of
enforcement activities for the protection of the National Roads and Bridges
infrastructure, prevention of encroachment on the road reserves and vandalism of
road furniture (Road signs, guard rails, cat eyes, and marker posts). This will
involve preparation, planning and execution of enforcement activities in line with
the relevant laws and in liaison with other UNRA departments. Enforcement will
include patrols of road reserves to clear encroachers and enforcing compliance in
line with vehicle load regulations.
Key Results Areas
a) Provide input in the Planning and Implementation of systems for the
protection of roads and bridges Infrastructure in line with UNRA guidelines;
b) Incharge of all field enforcement operations
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c) Plan and implement a programme for the protection of Road Reserves in line
with UNRA strategic plan;
d) Plan and execute field enforcement activities in line with the relevant laws and
regulations
e) Manage the use of portable weigh scales and their mobile Vans
f) Implement a system for regulating billboards and signs within the reserves road
reserves in accordance with UNRA guidelines;
g) Plan and implement a system of managing risks in the field operations and
develop risk mitigation measures.
h) Manage performance of staff and develop reports in line with the performance
management system of UNRA

a) An Honours Degree Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Economics,
Law, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Management, or any other
relevant degree
b) Training in matters on command and control is a must
c) Possession of a Masters Degree in will be an added advantage
d) Post graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added advantage.
e) Computer literacy is a must
a) A minimum of 5 years experience in roads infrastructure or enforcement in a
large organization
b) Demonstrated working experience in managing an organization/business unit
with diverse professions
c) Experience in matters of command and control is a must
d) Knowledge of multiple languages is an added advantage
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Character:
a) High levels of integrity.
b) Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates.
d) Very good oral and written communication skills.
tasks.
f) Ability to work under stressful conditions.
5. WEIGHBRIDGE CONTROLLER
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Weighbridge Controller
Manager Vehicle Load Control
Weighbridge Operators/Technicians
Role Definition:
The Weighbridge Controller will be responsible for planning and supervision of
the operations at the Weighbridge Station. This will involve: generating work
plans and budgets, ensuring full time functionality of weigh scales, maintain
cleanness around the weighbridge and especially the gaps between the weighing
platform and the foundation for accurate weighing. The Weigh Bridge Controller
will also report any malfunction immediately it is noted as per the procedure and
follow-up on the repairs necessary, ensure that overloaded trucks are offloaded
and re-weighed, maintenance of station buildings, drive ways and parking yards.
Carry out statistical analysis of the data and prepare reports.
Key Result Areas:
1) Manage weighbridge operations in line with departmental guidelines and
targets;
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2) Prepare reports on weighbridge operations in line with departmental

3) Carry out monitoring of occupational, health and safety procedures in weigh
bridge operations in line with departmental standards and guidelines;
4) Maintain client relations with the weigh bridge users in line with departmental
5) Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in the
management of weighbridges;
8) Manage performance and develop direct reports in line with the performance
1) An Honors Bachelors Degree Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering
Economics, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Management, ICT or any
other relevant degree;
2) Computer literacy is a must
1) Relevant experience will be an added advantage
Character:
6. TRAFFIC AND ROAD SAFETY ENGINEER

Role:
Reports to:
Traffic and Road Safety Engineer

Head Road Safety
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Role Definition:
The Traffic and Road Safety Engineer will be responsible for carrying out road
safety audits and identification of accident spots. In addition the Engineer will
liaise with traffic Police to capture traffic accident data and accident site
investigations as well as providing travel advisory information to the public. The
Engineer will also carry out routine inspection of road side furniture and
markings.
Key Result Areas:

1) Conduct road safety audits, identify black spots and recommend appropriate
measures in line with the approved guidelines;
2) Liaise with traffic police to capture traffic accident data and carry out detailed
accident site technical investigations in line with departmental standards and
guidelines;
3) Liaise with police to provide travel advisory information to the public;
4) Carry out routine inspection of road ancillary infrastructure in line with
5) Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in the area of
traffic and road safety;
1) An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering or any other relevant degree;

1) A minimum of 3 years experience in implementing roads safety activities.
Character:
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7. TRAFFIC AND ROAD SAFETY OFFICER
Role:
Reports to:
Traffic and Road Safety Officer

Head Road Safety
Role Definition:
The Traffic and Road Safety Officer will be responsible for carrying out road user
education through the media, community meetings, workshops and Information
Education and Communication (IEC) materials.
Key Result Areas:
1) Prepare and implement road user education strategy in line with departmental
3) Carry out road user education campaigns in line with departmental
sensitization programs and targets;
traffic and road safety;
6) Carry out evaluation of effectiveness of media campaign in line with
1) An Honors Degree in Education, Economics, Business Administration, Social
Sciences, or a degree in any other relevant field;
1) A minimum of 3 years experience in roads safety education.
Character:
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8. ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (ROAD RESERVE & VEHICLE LOAD)

Role:
Reports to:
Enforcement Officer
Manager Field Operations
Role Definition:
The Enforcement officer is responsible for preventing encroachment on the road
reserves and vandalism of road furniture (Road signs, guard rails, cat eyes, and
marker posts). The Officer will be responsible for issuing vacation notices and
demolition of fully compensated properties or illegal structures in the road reserve.
The Officer will also be responsible for routine and rapid response patrols on the
road network to clear encroachers. In addition the Officer will carry out
community sensitisation on protecting the road reserve and road furniture.
Further, the Officer will be responsible for enforcing compliance with vehicle load
regulations. This will involve patrolling the road network to apprehend the
overloaded trucks that dodge the weighbridges, overloaded trucks not impounded
at weighbridges and trucks that offload at weighbridges and reload after the
weighbridge. The officer will also carry out impromptu checks on weighbridges to
check on compliance with procedures and guidelines.
Key Result Areas:
1) Design and implement processes and systems for protecting the road reserves
in line with departmental guidelines and standards;
2) Carry out inspection of the installation of approved billboards and demolish
illegal ones in line with departmental guidelines;
3) Carry out community sensitization on protection of road reserve and furniture
in line with departmental standards and guidelines;
4) Carry out routine and rapid response patrols on the road network to clear
encroachers in line with departmental guidelines;
5) Carry out road and bridge infrastructure protection activities in line with
departmental targets;
6) Patrol the road network in line with departmental work plan;
7) Carry out impromptu compliance inspections on weighbridges procedures in
line with departmental targets and guidelines;
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road reserve and vehicle load enforcement;
10)Participate in planning, budgeting and reporting in line with departmental
1) An Honors Degree in Economics, Law, Business Administration, Management,
ICT or any other relevant degree;
Relevant experience will be an added advantage
Character:
9. WEIGHBRIDGE OPERATOR
Role:
Weighbridge Operator
Reports to:
Role Definition:
The Weighbridge Operator will be responsible for weighing vehicle Axle and
gross weights by use of weighbridge equipment. The Operator will also be
responsible for ensuring full time functionality of weigh scales, maintaining
cleanness around the weighbridge and especially the gaps between the weighing
platform and the foundation for accurate weighing, reporting any malfunction
immediately it is noted as per the procedure, that overloaded trucks are offloaded
and reweighed.
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Key Result Areas:

1. Manage Weighbridge operations in line with the agreed guidelines;
2. Ensure that heavy vehicles comply to the load limits;
3. Ensure that all the weighing bridge calibrations are up to date;
4. Maintain operational health and safety standards;
5. Screen and weigh vehicles and calculate overloads and implement the
procedures for overloaded vehicles;
6. Issue fines to vehicles that exceed maximums on axles, axle combinations and
total vehicle loads;
7. Participate in stakeholder engagement/ training and manage client relations;
8. Prepare daily reports on weighbridge operations and submit to the
weighbridge controller.

1. An Honors Bachelors Degree Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering
Economics, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Management, ICT or any
other relevant degree;
Relevant experience will be an added advantage
Character:
10. WEIGHBRIDGE TECHNICIAN

Role:
Weighbridge Technician
Reports to:
Role Definition:
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The Weighbridge Technician will be responsible for the servicing and repairing of
the fixed weigh bridges and portable weigh scales. The Technician will also be
responsible for ensuring full time functionality of all UNRA weigh scales. In
addition, the technician will be responsible for ensuring that all UNRA weigh
scales are calibrated at all times.
Key Result Areas:
1. Service and repair Weigh scales in line with the agreed guidelines;
2. Ensure that all the weighing bridge calibrations are up to date;
3. Maintain operational health and safety standards;
4. Participate in stakeholder training for the weighbridge operators in trouble
shooting;
5. Prepare reports on weighbridge servicing and repair and submit to the
weighbridge controller.
1. A minimum of a Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical
Engineering or in any other related field;
3. Hands on experience in the servicing and repair of weigh scales is a must
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
Character:
11. FERRY ENGINEER (OPERATIONS)
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Ferry Engineer
Head Ferry Services
Ferry Masters
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Role Definition:
The Ferry Engineer is responsible for supervising the operations and maintenance
of the ferry services and facilities countrywide. This will involve ensuring that the
ferry route schedule to ensure that the planned routes are implemented,
maintaining the ferry, landing sites, offices, staff quarters, waiting shades and
ensuring safety of equipment, passengers and transit traffic. The Ferry Engineer
will also assist the Head Ferry Services in resource planning, resource budgeting,
development of ferry infrastructure, among others.
Key Results Areas:
1) Ensuring routine/preventive and periodic maintenance of ferries in
line with departmental guidelines and standards.
2) Monitoring of occupational, health and safety procedures in line with
departmental standards and guidelines.
3) Maintain the ferry landing site and facilities in line departmental
standards
4) Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in the
area of traffic and road safety;
5) Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations
within specified time frames;
6) Participate in planning, budgeting and reporting in line with
7) Reviews performance and data from Ferry Monitoring
Equipment/systems and prepares reports;
8) Participates in contract management of outsourced ferry related
services;
9) Manage the performance and development of staff in the unit in line
with the performance management system of UNRA.
1) Degree in Marine/Nautical Science, Mechanical Engineering, or any other
relevant qualification;
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A minimum of 3 years experience in ferries operations or marine services.
Character:
1) High levels of integrity;
5) Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results in
12. FERRY ENGINEER (FERRY WORKSHOP)

Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Ferry Engineer (W)

Head Ferry Services
Ferry Mechanics
Welders
Electricians
Operators
Fleet Assistant
Role Definition:
The Ferry Engineer is responsible for timely maintenance and repair support
interventions to ferries countrywide. This will involve ensuring that the Ferry
components are effectively repaired from the ferry sites or from the
workshop/service providers and delivered to the ferry crossings. The Ferry
Engineer will also assist the Head Ferry Services in resource planning, resource
budgeting, implementation of OHS standards, among others.
Key Results Areas:
1)
Participate in planning and budgeting in line with departmental

2) Ensures timely response to calls for repair interventions at ferry sites
and keeps standby components available for immediate deployment;
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3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
Implements effective and efficient repair interventions in a businesslike and cost effective manner and in accordance with modern
management practices
Participates in contract management of outsourced ferry related
services and inputs/consumables;
Ensures occupational, health and safety procedures in line with
departmental standards and guidelines.
Maintains comprehensive physical and computerized workshop
records system including history files, Job cards, asset registers, repair
costs, repair consumables, among others.
Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations
Contributes to regular and ad hoc reports as required;
Manage the performance and development of staff in the unit in line
with the performance management system of UNRA.

1) Degree in Marine/Nautical Science, Mechanical Engineering, or any other
relevant qualification;
A minimum of 3 years experience in ferries operations or marine services.
Character:
1) High levels of integrity;
5) Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results in
13. FERRY MASTER
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Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Ferry Master
Ferry Engineer
Ferry Mechanics
Ferry Operators
Ferry Attendants
Role Definition:
The Ferry Master will give command to the Ferry in accordance with the Maritime
Regulations and he/she is responsible for supervising the day to day operations of
the ferry services. This will involve management of the ferry route schedule to
ensure that the planned routes are implemented, maintaining the ferry and
ensuring safety of equipment, passengers and transit traffic.
Key Results Areas:
1) Ensures safe loading and navigation of the Ferry;
2) Manage ferry operations in line with departmental guidelines and standards;
3) Draws up and regularly updates crew rosters, including timely provision for
leave, sickness and other absences.
4) Undertakes an early morning checks of the ferry condition, ensures it carries
adequate fuel and other consumables, that all safety facilities, such as
lifejackets, are in place and serviceable and certifies in the logbook that the
vessel is fit for service;
5) Ensures the daily, weekly and monthly servicing of the vessel(s).
6) Ensures the timely provision of stocks of fuel and other consumables/inputs,
authorizes and controls their issues, and accounts for the resources;
7) Ensures that crew are fit for duty, wearing the appropriate uniform and
maintains strict discipline at all times.
8) Maintains the Daily Movement Log;
9) Ensures passenger-cargo manifests are completed by all ferry users and that all
cargo is declared prior to boarding the Ferry;
10)Ensures the maintenance, cleanliness and tidiness of all landing site facilities.
11) Communicates with the public and other stakeholders on issues relating to the
ferry service and ensures that Safety messages are passed over to the
passengers.
12)Carry out monitoring of occupational, health and safety procedures in line with
departmental standards and guidelines
13)
Prepares appropriate reports as required from time to time
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1) Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Marine/Nautical Science or
any other related qualification
1) Relevant Industrial Training Experience while at the University is a must;
2) Working experience will be an added advantage;
Character:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
High levels of integrity;

14. FERRY OPERATOR

Role
:
Reports to:
Ferry Operator
Ferry Master
Role Definition:
The Ferry Operator will be responsible for navigating the ferry safely in
accordance with safety and marine navigation guidelines. The Operator will also
be responsible for directing the operation of the vessel in accordance with the
Ferry Operations Manual and applicable occupational health and safety
regulations. In addition the Operator will be responsible for signalling passengers
and motor vehicles to embark and disembark.
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Key Results Areas:

1. Signal passengers and motor vehicles to embark and disembark;
2. Navigate the ferry safely in accordance with safety and marine navigation
guidelines;
3. Participate in conducting training drills;
4. Carry out periodic inspections of the ferry to ensure that the ferry is always in
good working condition and report any deficiencies or irregularities in its
operation;
5. Make sure that passengers are recorded and that the safety provisions are
observed;
6. Operate hydraulic ramps to facilitate the safe disembarkation of ferry
passengers;
7. Manage all ferry operations.
1. Ordinary Diploma in Marine/Nautical Science, Mechanical Engineering, or any
other relevant qualification;
1) Relevant Industrial Training Experience while at the Institute/college is a
must;
Character:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Ability to work as part of a team;
Ability to deliver accurate results in a timely manner and in an environment
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15. FERRY MECHANIC

Role
:
Reports to:
Ferry Mechanic
Ferry Master
Role Definition:
The Ferry Mechanic will perform preventative and predictive maintenance on
ferries. This will involve participating in the timely and thorough diagnosis and
repair of ferries and related electrical, electronic, hydraulic and mechanical
systems. The Ferry Mechanic will participate in the scheduling of maintaining
ferry maintenance records, ensuring that ferries are in proper working order in a
timely and efficient manner. In addition the mechanic will be responsible for
completing daily maintenance and repair logs, maintaining and securing work
tools, examining ferries to determine extent of damage or malfunctions and
performing routine and scheduled maintenance services for all ferries and their
component parts in line with set guidelines and procedures.
Key Result Areas:
a) Carry out routine diagnosis/ assessment of ferries using the standard checklist;
b) Inspect, lubricate, and perform emergency repairs to railings, pontoons, and
winches to ensure safe operation of ferry;
c) Maintain a mechanical repair log and account for spares/lubricants;
d) Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on ferries;
e) Maintain and secure work tools;
f) Clean and maintain work area;
g) Examine ferries for malfunctions.
a) Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering;
b) Possession of a Part-2 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics will be an added
advantage.

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a) A minimum of 3years experience in the maintenance of mechanical or

automotive systems.
b) Experience in Marine or Ferries maintenance will be an added advantage;
Character:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)

16. FERRY ATTENDANT

Role:
Reports to:
Ferry Attendant
Ferry Operator
Role Definition:
The Ferry attendant will assist in the operation and maintenance of the ferry. The
Ferry Attendant will also assist the operator in directing the operation of the ferry.
Key result Areas:
1. Assist in carrying out daily diagnosis/assessment of the ferry using the standard
checklist;
2. Ensure cleanliness of the ferry and landing;
3. Assist in ensuring security of the ferry and its component parts;
4. Secure passengers property while in transit;
5. Ensure safety of passengers on the ferry;
6. Perform ferry docking procedures;
7. Guide the loading and unloading of both vehicle and passenger traffic.
Possession of a Part-2 Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics or Diploma is a
business related course
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1) Relevant Industrial Training Experience while at the Institute/college is a must;
Character:
6. Ability to deliver accurate results in a timely manner and in an environment
17. WELDER
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Welder
Ferry Engineer
None
Role Definition:
The holder of the position is responsible for welding, fabrication, and repairs of
metallic structures. The performance of the post holder will be reflected in the
quality workmanship of welded equipment, components and structures.
Key Results Areas:
Undertakes welding maintenance and repair works for Ferries and other UNRA
installations;
Undertakes fabrication works for new structures;
Participate in mechanical equipment repairs when required;
Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly and any incidental Reports;
Performs any other duties assigned by the Ferry Engineer.
Trade Test Level-2 Certificate from the Directorate of Industrial Training,
Ministry of Education and Sports
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A minimum of 3 years hands-on working experience in welding & fabrication of

steel structures
Tests will be undertaken to verify hands on experience.
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Character:
18. ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Electrical Technician
Ferry Engineer
None
Role Definition:
The holder of the position is responsible for trouble shooting, maintenance and
repair of electrical/electronic systems, components and equipment. The
performance of the post holder will be reflected in the good electrical condition of
the ferries, plant and equipment.
1)
2)
3)
4)
Key Results Areas:

Undertakes maintenance and repair of electrical systems, components, and
equipment;
Detects and reports any anomalies on electrical systems, components, and
equipment;
Participates in repairing mechanical equipment as and when required;
Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly and any incidental reports; and

1) A Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution plus UNEB
part-2 certificate in electrical installation from a recognized institution.
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1) A minimum of 3 years hands-on working experience in electrical installations,

electrical repairs, electrical trouble shooting, circuit reading/installation hands on
experience. Tests will be undertaken to verify the hands on experience.
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Character:
DIRECTORATE OF OF ROADS AND BRIDGES DEVELOPMENT
1-
ENGINEER ROAD DEVELOPMENT
Role:
Engineer Road Development
Report to: Manager Road Development
Role Definition:
The Engineer will be resident at the project site and will be responsible for
monitoring the implementation of the upgrading/new construction of road
projects. This will involve monitoring of the projects works, progress of land
acquisition, ensuring environmental and social safeguards are mainstreamed,
timely progress reporting and participate in the preparation of closure report
detailing assets to be handed over, as built drawings, etc. In addition the Project
Engineer will be responsible for overseeing quality control, health and safety
matters, and traffic management and also participate in taking of measurement of
works.
Key Result Areas:
1. Monitor and supervise the upgrading/new construction for road projects in
line with standards and specifications and project plans;
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specifications;
3. Monitor project timelines for upgrading/new projects in line with the
approved work program;
4. Prepare and submit progress reports on upgrading / new road construction
projects in line with performance agreements;
5. Monitor financial progress of the project(s) managed in line with contract
financing agreements;
7. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures of
management of road projects.
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering and Construction Management;
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in roads development.
2. Demonstrated experience in Project Management of major construction
works;
Character:
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2- ENGINEER ROAD REHABILITATION

Role:
Engineer Road Rehabilitation
Report to: Manager Road Rehabilitation
Role Definition:
The Engineer will be resident at the project site and will be responsible for
monitoring the implementation of the rehabilitation of road projects. This will
involve monitoring of the projects works, ensuring environmental and social
safeguards are mainstreamed, timely progress reporting and participation in the
preparation of closure report detailing assets to be handed over, as built drawings,
etc. In addition the Project Engineer will be responsible for overseeing quality
control, health and safety matters, and traffic management and also participate in
taking of measurement of works.
Key Result Areas:
1. Monitor and supervise rehabilitation of roads in line with standards and
specifications and project plans;
specifications;
3. Monitor project timelines for road rehabilitation in line with the approved
work program;
4. Prepare and submit progress reports on rehabilitation projects in line with
performance agreements;
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2. Professional registration with the ERB or other relevant Association of

advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in roads rehabilitation.
works;
Character:
3- ENGINEER BRIDGES & STRUCTURES

Role: Engineer Bridges & Structures
Report to: Manager Bridges & Structures
Role Definition:
The Engineer bridges and structures will be resident at the project site and will be
responsible for supervision of one or more bridge projects. This will involve
supervision of works, enforcing compliance to the environmental and social
management plans, timely progress reporting and participate in the preparation of
closure reports, detailing as built drawings and all other requirements. In addition
the Project Engineer will be responsible for overseeing quality control, health and
safety matters, traffic management and also participate in taking of measurement
of works.
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Key Result Areas:

1. Monitor and supervise construction of bridges and structures in line with
standards and specifications and project plans;
specifications;
3. Monitor project timelines for bridges and structures projects in line with
the approved work program;
4. Prepare and submit progress reports on bridges and structures projects in
line with performance agreements;
management of bridges and structures.
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in bridges and structures construction.
works;
Character;
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4- SAFEGUARDS OFFICER
Role:
Safeguards Officer
Reports to: Resident Engineer
Role Definition:
The Safeguards Officer will be responsible for Identifying and addressing
environment and social safeguards including gender, HIV, occupational health and
safety. The Safeguards Officer will also be responsible for monitoring compliance
with environmental and social management plan, assist in facilitating stakeholder
participation on the project as well as providing feedback to their issues. In
addition the Safeguards will be responsible for monitoring land acquisition and
compensation activities being undertaken as well as establishment of grievance
management system.
Key Result Areas:
1. Monitor and supervise construction works for compliance with
Environment and Social safeguards management plan;
2. Identify and address environment and social safeguards;
3. Implement Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines, policies and
standards;
4. Participate in stakeholder engagements and prepare reports on feedback
provided;
5. Monitor the progress of land acquisition and compensation activities in
collaboration with the land acquisition team;
6. Manage grievances from project affected persons and communities in line
with grievance handling guidelines, procedures and policies;
7. Compile required reports from the process as per guidelines.
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1. An Honors Degree in Social Sciences, Environment or any other relevant

degree;
2. Any other Post Graduate qualifications in the relevant field will be an added
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in infrastructure development work with
Environment, Social and Gender components including preparation of
Social impact assessments, Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs);
Character;
5- CADASTRAL SURVEYOR
Role:
Cadastral Surveyor
Report to: Head Land Acquisition
Role Definition:
The Cadastral Surveyor will be responsible for accurately defining property
boundaries and this will include re-establishing boundaries or creating new
boundaries as part of the Land acquisition and subdivision process.
Key result Areas:
1. Carry out Cadastral /boundary surveys and prepare strip map/cadastral
layout based on the final approved engineering design;
2. Assist the resettlement action plan verification team to ascertain correct
routes before compensation can be effected;
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3. Participate in the establishment and update of a Geographical Information

Systems (GIS) database on Project affected persons along all national road
corridors;
4. Participate in the payment process for compensation and expropriation of
land in line with land compensation policy and procedures;
5. Participate in UNRA process of clearing the right of way which involves
vacation, demolition and takeover of compensated properties in line with
policy, procedures and the law;
6. Assess and value injurious effects during or after construction;
7. Investigate and report encroachment on land boundaries.
1. An Honors Degree in Land Surveying or related field;
2. Masters Degree in related field is an added advantage;
3. Membership to a professional body is an added advantage;
4. Computer literacy is a must;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in Land Surveying/Cadastral Surveying
and resettlement;
2. Demonstrated working experience in managing an organization/business
Character;
6- LAND ACQUISITION OFFICER
Role Definition:
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The Land Acquisition Officer will be responsible for verification of valued Project
Affected Persons, compiling and processing the documentation for the payment of
land and property compensations and grievance management and providing
feedback to the community. In addition the Land Acquisition Officer will also be
responsible for maintaining proper records that can easily be retrieved as and
when required. The Land Acquisition Officer will be required to be resident on
site.
Key Result Area:
1. Implement the UNRA approved stakeholder communication strategy with
regard to project affected persons;
2. Participate in the compilation of the market values of land across the
country and generate reports on compensation details of Project affected
persons along roads assigned;
3. Verify and process payment for Land and Property compensation in line
with approved valuation report and strip map;
4. Implement the grievance/complaints management framework;
6. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures on land
acquisition process.
1. An Honors Degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Finance,
Land Economics or any other relevant qualification;
2. Other Post Graduate qualifications in relevant field will be an added
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in infrastructure projects;
2. Demonstrated working experience in a large organization/business unit
Character;
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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MANAGER BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES
Role:
Manager Bridges and Structures
Reports to: Head Bridges and Structures
Supervises: Engineer Bridges and Structures
Role Definition:
Manage the construction and rehabilitation of bridges. This will involve
supervision, ensuring timely acquisition of right of way where applicable, ensuring
environmental and social safeguards are complied with, timely progress reporting
and preparation of closure report detailing assets to be handed over, as built
drawings. The Manager Bridges and Structures will also be responsible for
participation in defining procurement specifications and accountability of the
resources under the department including human, financial and property.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop and implement operational strategies and plans for managing
the construction and rehabilitation of bridges in line with the statutory
performance agreement and in line with the UNRA strategy;
2. Supervise and update implementation schedules for bridge works of
bridges and structures in accordance with approved project
implementation plans, set standards, specifications and best practice;
3. Manage contracts for bridges and structures in line with bridges and
structures guidelines, contractual statutory requirements, PPDA rules
and regulations and other relevant stakeholder requirements;
4. Carry out value engineering of major changes in design, scope and
construction methods in line with the approved guidelines;
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5. Carry out quality and cost management of bridge and structures works
in line with set standards, best practice and contract financing
agreements;
6. Review bridge and structures designs and bidding documents and make
recommendation for improvement in line with set standards,
specifications and international best practice;
7. Plan and implement a system of managing risks on upgrading/new road
projects and develop risk mitigation measures;
8. Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations
performance management system of UNRA.
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Bridge Engineering;
Civil Engineering, High Way or Bridge Engineering or other relevant field
3. Registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) or its equivalent
in the Commonwealth is a must;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in bridges construction;
2. Demonstrated experience and skills in project/contract management of
major construction works;
Character;
tasks.
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MANAGER ROAD DEVELOPMENT
Role:
Manager Road Development
Reports to: Head Road Development
Supervises: Engineer Road Development
Role Definition:
Manage the development/upgrading of road projects. This will involve supervision
of the projects, ensuring timely acquisition of right of way, ensuring environmental
and social safeguards are complied with, timely progress reporting and
preparation of closure reports detailing assets to be handed over including as built
drawings. The Manager Road Development will in addition be responsible for
participation in defining procurement specifications and accountability of the
resources under the department including human, financial, property, equipment.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop and implement operational strategies and plans for managing the
development/ upgrading of roads in line with statutory performance
agreement, and with the UNRA strategy;
2. Supervise and update implementation schedules for roads works in
accordance with approved project implementation plans, set standards,
specifications and best practice and the UNRA strategic plan;
3. Supervise the upgrading/new projects in line with approved project
implementation plan (PIP);
4. Carry out performance assessment and rating of contractors and
consultants in accordance with the UNRA contract evaluation tool;
5. Manage implementation on upgrading/new contracts in line with the
approved design standards, Specifications and Contract Administration
Manual (CAM);
7. Plan and implement a system of managing risks on upgrading/new road
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9. Carry out quality and cost management of upgrading works in line with set
standards, best practice and contract financing agreements;
Civil Engineering, High Way Engineering or other relevant field will be an
added advantage;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in roads and bridges construction;
2. Demonstrated experience and skills in Project/Contract Management of
major construction works;
Character;
5. Very good oral and written communication skills;
tasks.
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MANAGER ROAD REHABILITATION
Role:
Manager Road Rehabilitation
Reports to: Head Road Rehabilitation
Supervises: Engineer Road Rehabilitation
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Role Definition:
Manage the rehabilitation of road projects. This will involve participating in
supervision of the projects, ensuring timely acquisition of right of way, ensuring
environmental and social safeguards are complied with, timely progress reporting
and preparation of closure report detailing assets to be handed over including as
built drawings. The Manager will also be responsible for participation in defining
specifications for bidding documents for road projects and accountability of the
resources including human, financial, property and equipment.
Key Result Areas:
1. Develop and implement operational strategies and plans for road
rehabilitation projects in line with statutory performance agreement, and
with the UNRA strategy;
2. Prepare and implement work plan schedules for allocated project(s) in
line with approved Project Implementation Plan, set standards,
specifications and best practice and the UNRA strategic plan;
3. Implement and monitor the rehabilitation projects in the directorate in
line with contractual provisions;
4. Conduct performance assessment and rating of contractors and
consultants in line with contract management guidelines;
5. Plan and implement a system of managing risks on rehabilitation road
6. Manage road rehabilitation contracts in accordance with Contract
Administration Manual (CAM);
7. Monitor financial progress of the project(s) managed in line with
contract financing agreements;
8. Carry out quality and cost management of road rehabilitation works in
line with set standards, specifications, best practice and set contract
management guidelines;
9. Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations
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Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering or other relevant field will be an
added advantage;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in roads and bridges rehabilitation.
2. Demonstrated experience in Project Management/ contract management of
major construction works
Character;
3. Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates.
tasks.
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SENIOR LAND VALUER
Role:
Senior Land Valuer
Reports to: Head Land Acquisition
Supervises: Cadastral surveyors and Land acquisition officers
Role Definition:
The Senior Land Valuer will be responsible for the valuation of all the land and
properties affected by the right of way for the road and bridges projects. The
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Valuer will also be responsible for verification and validation of grievances from
project affected persons, processing and confirming compensation payments
before they are made. In addition the Senior Land Valuer will be responsible for
compiling and updating a data base on land values across the country and
preparation of valuation reports. The Senior Land Valuer will in addition be
responsible for accountability of the resources under the department including
human, financial, property, equipment.
Key Result Areas:
1. Implement the Land Acquisition Management System (LAMS) in line with
the approved criteria to be used during expropriation and gazetting right of
way;
2. Prepare advance plans for the acquisition of the right of way for road
projects as per UNRAs strategic and annual plans;
3. Review and update Geographical Information Systems (GIS) database on
Project affected persons along all national road corridors;
4. Prepare valuation report in reference to the strip map/cadastral layout
based on the final engineering design;
5. Implement the approved communication strategy for stakeholders
(Stakeholder engagement);
6. Compile and update a data base of land values across the country and
participate in the payment process of compensation and expropriation of
land and generate accountability reports;
7. Manage grievance/complaints in accordance with the grievance and appeals
management framework;
8. Participate in processing and issuance of vacation and demolition notices,
take over the compensated properties and clear the right of way;
9. Assess and value injurious affections during or after construction;
10. Carry out risk management on Land and property valuation in line with
UNRAs approved risk management frame work;
1. An honors degree in Surveying or Land economics or Civil engineering;
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Masters Degree in related field is an added advantage;

Membership to a professional body is a must;
Other post graduate qualifications will also be an added advantage;
Computer literacy is a must.

1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Land valuation and resettlement;
Character;
tasks.
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INSPECTOR OF WORKS
Role:
Inspector of Works
Reports to: Resident Engineer
Role Definition:
The Inspector of works will be resident at the project site and will be responsible
for monitoring the implementation of the development/rehabilitation of road
projects. This will involve monitoring of the projects works, ensuring
environmental and social safeguards are mainstreamed, timely progress reporting
and participation in the preparation of closure report detailing assets to be
handed over, as built drawings, etc. In addition the Inspector of works will be
responsible for overseeing quality control, health and safety matters, and traffic
management and also participate in taking of measurement of works.
Key Result Areas:

1) Monitor and supervise development/rehabilitation of roads in line with
standards and specifications and project plans;
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2) Carry out quality management and confirmation of measurements of the

specifications;
3) Monitor project timelines for development/road rehabilitation in line with
the approved work program;
4) Prepare and submit progress reports on development/rehabilitation projects
in line with performance agreements;
5) Monitor financial progress of the project(s) managed in line with contract
6) Implement risk matrix put in place and risk mitigation measures of
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management;
1. A minimum of 2 years experience
development/rehabilitation projects.
in
supervision
of
road
Character:
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MATERIALS ENGINEER
Role:
Materials Engineer
Reports to: Senior Materials Engineer
Role Definition:
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The Materials Engineer will be responsible for quality assurance of soils and
materials testing; reviewing tests results and proposing necessary amendments to
the design and construction materials.
Key Result Areas:
1. Conduct independent soils and materials investigations in line with
departmental standards and guidelines;
2. Carry out reviews of contractors and consultants quality assurance
procedures and methodologies in line with departmental standards;
3. Carry out inspection and independent compliance checks on designs in line
4. Respond to audit reports in line with departmental guidelines and
standards;
materials quality management;
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Soil
Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering or any other related field;
2. Post Graduate qualifications in a related field is an added advantage;
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in Soils and Materials investigations and
tests.
Character:
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2.
3.
4.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
MEASUREMENT ENGINEER
Role: Measurement Engineer

Report to: Senior Measurement Engineer/Resident Engineer
Role Definition:
The Measurement Engineer will be responsible for carrying out measurement and
certifying quantities of executed works. In addition the Measurement Engineer
will be responsible for maintaining regular estimates of the cost and time to
completion for each contract, and ensuring the construction works comply with
specifications and standards. The Measurement Engineer will assist Senior
Measurement Engineer /Resident Engineer in the supervision activities.
Key Result Areas:
1. Supervise construction /rehabilitation road projects in line with contract
agreements, standards and specifications;
specifications;
3. Manage project cost in line with approved project budget;
4. Monitor project timelines in line with the approved work program;
5. Prepare and submit progress reports on projects in line with performance
agreements;
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advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in roads and bridges construction;
works;
Character;
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SURVEYOR
Role:
Reports to:
Surveyor
Senior Surveyor/Resident Engineer
Role Definition:
The Surveyor will be responsible for the execution of topographic surveys, data
processing and analysis. The Surveyor will also be responsible for quality control
of construction works including checking construction works levels against the
design. In addition the Surveyor will be responsible for quality assurance of the
survey process as well as survey records and reports.
Key Result Areas:
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1. Prepare survey guidelines, procedures and quality assurance processes in

line with standards and best practice;
2. Carry out topographic surveys and set out road alignment in line with the
final approved engineering project designs and generate reports;
3. Monitor quality control of surveys, mapping and monument/survey beacons
preservation;
4. Develop relevant blue prints and relevant survey documentation for use in
mapping the land for right of way;
6. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in survey
projects.
surveyors is an added advantage;
3. Other Post Graduate qualifications in surveys or other relevant field will be
an added advantage;
2. Experience in preparing survey documentation.
Character;
DIRECTORATE OF ROAD MAINTENANCE
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1- ROAD MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Road Maintenance Engineer

Station Manager
Inspectors of Works
Role Definition:
The Road Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for execution of routine and
periodic maintenance activities of roads and bridges under the station for both
Contracts and Force Account. This will involve planning for routine and periodic
maintenance activities, participation in procurement, supervision of works,
ensuring environmental and social safeguards are mainstreamed, timely progress
reporting and preparation of closure report detailing the works done.
Key Result Areas:
1. Participate in Planning, budgeting and reporting for roads/ bridges routine
and periodic maintenance works in line with the station approved work
plan;
2. Carry out road and bridge conditional assessment in line with approved
guidelines;
3. Implement force account activities in line with the approved budget and
guidelines;
4. Supervise routine and periodic maintenance of roads/ bridges in accordance
with standards, specifications and best practice;
5. Supervise manual routine maintenance (LBCs) in line with approved work
plans and guidelines;
6. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures on execution
of routine and periodic maintenance activities of roads and bridges;
8. Manage the performance and development of staff in the unit in line with
the performance management system of UNRA.
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1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent;

professional engineers in the commonwealth countries is a must;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in maintenance of roads and bridges;
works;
Character;
6. Ability to deliver accurate results in a timely manner and in an
environment with multiple and challenging tasks.
7.
2MECHANIC
Role:
Mechanic
Reports to: Mechanical Supervisor
Role Definition:
The Mechanic will perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all plant
and equipment. In addition the mechanic will be responsible for completing daily
maintenance and repair logs, maintaining and securing work tools, examining
vehicles/plant to determine extent of damage or malfunctions and performing
routine and scheduled maintenance services for all plant and equipment.
Key Result Areas:
1. Conduct routine assessment of station vehicles, plant and equipment using
the UNRA standard checklist in line with procedure;
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2. Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all UNRA plant and

equipment at the station;
3. Safely maintain and secure UNRA station work tools;
4. Maintain a clean and safe work area in line with OHSA guidelines;
5. Examine and verify UNRA station damaged or malfunctioned vehicles,
plant and equipment.
6. Submit periodic reports as per approved mechanical checklists.
1. Ordinary Diploma in vehicle mechanics or in any other relevant field;
2. Valid driving permit is a must.
1. A minimum of 2 years experience in maintenance of plant and equipment.
Character:
7.
3PLANT OPERATOR
Role:
Reports to:
Plant Operator
Mechanical Supervisor
Role Definition:
The Plant Operator will be responsible for operating plant or equipment including
daily checks of plant and equipment, reporting damage or malfunction and
ensuring security of the equipment. In addition the Plant Operator will be
responsible for accounting for fuel and lubricants issued and maintaining and
updating the logbook at all times.
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Key Result Areas:

1. Carry out daily assessment of plant or equipment using the UNRA standard
checklist in line with procedure;
2. Report damage or malfunction of plant or equipment in line with UNRA
operating procedures;
3. Maintain cleanliness of the plant and equipment in line with OHSA
4. Maintain safe custody of the plant or equipment at the station in line with
UNRA security guidelines;
5. Prepare accountability reports for fuel and lubricants issued periodically;
6. Maintain and update UNRA station equipment and plant logbook.
1. Ordinary Level Certificate of Education or in any other relevant field.
1. A minimum of 2 years experience in operating plant or equipment in road
works.
Character:
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PLANT ATTENDANT
Role:
Reports to:
Plant Attendant
Mechanical Supervisor
Role Definition:
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The Plant Attendant will assist in the operation and maintenance of the plant and
equipment. The Attendant will also assist the operator in executing the road
works.
Key Result Areas
1. Assist to conduct daily assessment of plant or equipment using the UNRA
standard checklist in line with procedure;
2. Maintain cleanliness of the plant and equipment in line with OHSA
3. Assist to maintain safe custody of the plant or equipment at the station in
line with UNRA security guidelines;
4. Maintain and update UNRA station equipment and plant logbook at all
times during operations in which he/she is involved.
1. Ordinary Level Certificate of Education or in any other relevant field;
1. A minimum of 2 years experience in operating plant or equipment in road
works.
Character:
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INSPECTOR OF WORKS
Role:
Reports to:
Inspector of Works
Road Maintenance Engineer
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Role Definition:
The Inspector of Works will be responsible for execution of routine and periodic
maintenance activities for roads and bridges under the station for both Contracts
and Force Account. This will involve executing Force Account and periodic
maintenance activities, supervision of works, timely field progress reporting and
participation in preparation of closure report detailing the works done. In
addition the Inspector of Works will be responsible for performing regular
inspections of the maintenance work on site and comparing completed work with
drawings and specifications. This will entail inspecting works on a daily basis;
keeping a daily record of instructions issued regarding plan and specification
interpretation and any required change orders; coordinating with an independent
testing lab any materials testing required and verifying quantities for payment.
Key Result Areas:
1. Supervise routine and periodic maintenance of roads/bridges in accordance
with standards, specifications and best practice;
2. Participate in implementation of Force Account activities in line with
approved budget;
3. Supervise manual routine maintenance (LBCs);
4. Perform regular inspection of maintenance works and ensuring
conformance with drawings and specifications including final inspection
and acceptance.
5. Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing
re-work and waste; and inputting data into quality management database.
6. Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and
procedures; complying with legal regulations, and observing the health and
safety provisions of road works.
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field;
1. A minimum of 2 years experience in maintenance operations for roads and
bridges.
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REGIONAL MANAGER
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Regional Manager
Head Road Maintenance
Station Managers
Role Definition:
Manage routine and periodic maintenance activities of roads and bridges under
the designated regions. This will involve planning for routine and periodic
maintenance activities, participation in defining procurement specifications,
supervision of works, ensuring environmental and social safeguards are
mainstreamed, timely progress reporting and preparation of closure report
detailing the works done. The Regional Manager will also be responsible for
liaising with stakeholders within the regional to ensure that that the roads and
bridges as assets are secured, preserved and sustained as well as accountability of
the resources in the region including human, financial, property, equipment.
Key result areas
Plan, budget and set performance benchmarks for the region in line with
the strategic plan and Directorate targets
2. Develop and manage systems for the monitoring and implementation of
the regional maintenance activities in line with the approved strategic
plan
3. Develop and implement systems for the effective Supervision of regional
routine and periodic maintenance projects in line with the UNRA
strategic plan
1.
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4. Develop and implement systems for the effective management of Force

Account activities in line with UNRA guidelines
5. Develop regional programs for stakeholder engagement in line with
UNRAs strategic objectives
6. Develop and implement a system for performance assessment and rating
of contractors, suppliers and consultants for the region.
7. Risk management and management of audit results on regional
maintenance activities in line with the strategic plan
8. Develop and implement an effective system for the management of
regional road and bridge maintenance activities in line with UNRA
strategic plan and regional targets
9. Develop and implement quality management systems of regional
maintenance works in line with approved UNRA standards
and other post graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering, Highway
Engineering or other relevant field will be an added advantage.
Board (ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth countries is a
must.
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in roads and bridges construction and
maintenance.
works
Character;
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3.
4.
5.
6.
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Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate
challenging tasks.
STATION MANAGER
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Station Manager
Regional Manager
All station staff
Role Definition:
Manage routine and periodic maintenance activities of roads and bridges under
the station. This will involve planning for routine and periodic maintenance
activities, participation in defining procurement specifications, supervision of
works, ensuring environmental and social safeguards are mainstreamed, timely
progress reporting and preparation of closure report detailing the works done.
The Station Manager will also be responsible for accountability of the resources at
the station including human, financial, property, equipment etc.
Key Result Areas:
1. Plan and set performance benchmarks for the station in line with the
strategic plan and Regional and Directorate targets
2. Plan and budget for the station activities in line with financial guidelines
and strategic plan
3. Develop a system to carry out road and bridge condition assessment in
line with UNRA standards and strategic plan
4. Plan and implement effective systems for the management of Force
Account activities in the area covered by the station in line with UNRA
strategic plan and guidelines
5. Manage the overall administrative and supervision function of the
station in line with the Corporate Services guidelines
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6. Develop and implement systems for the effective supervision of routine

and periodic maintenance activities in the area covered by the station in
line with the UNRA strategic plan
7. Risk management and management of audit results on regional
maintenance activities in line with the strategic plan
and other post graduate qualifications in Civil Engineering, Highway
Engineering or other relevant field will be an added advantage.
Board (ERB) or its equivalent in the Commonwealth countries is a
must.
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in roads and bridges construction and
maintenance.
works
Character;
1. High levels of integrity.
5. Very good oral and written communication skills.
challenging tasks.
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MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
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Role:
Maintenance Technician
Reports to: Inspector of Works
Role Definition:
The Maintenance Technician will assist in the execution of routine and periodic
maintenance activities for roads and bridges under the station for both Contracts
and Force Account. This will involve assisting in performing regular inspection of
maintenance works including inspecting works on a daily basis; keeping a daily
record of instructions issued, coordinating with an independent testing lab any
materials testing required and verifying quantities for payment.
Key Result Areas:
1) Participate in implementation of Force Account activities in line with the
station approved budget;
2) Participate in the supervision of routine and periodic maintenance of roads and
bridges in accordance with standards, specifications and best practice;
3) Supervise Manual routine maintenance (LBCs);
4) Prepare and submit reports of maintenance works carried out;
5) Coordinate lab materials testing as required;
6) Prepare and verify payments for lab tests carried out.
1) Ordinary Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field;
1) A minimum of 2 years experience in maintenance operations for roads and
bridges.
Character:
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with multiple and challenging tasks
9 HEAD MECHANICAL SERVICES

Role:
Head Mechanical Services
Reports to: Director Road Maintenance
Supervises: Mechanical Engineers
Role Definition:
Manage plant, equipment and fleet of the Authority. This will involve planning,
participation in procurement, supervision of repair works, branding and engraving
of plant and equipment, ensuring at all times the odometers and hour meters are
functional and logbooks updated, ensuring environmental and social safeguards
(methods of disposal of wastes) are mainstreamed, timely servicing of plant and
equipment, plant and equipment status report, preparation of defects, job cards,
inspection and completion report for major repairs done. In addition he/she will
be responsible for establishing and updating the equipment management system.
The Head Mechanical Services will also be responsible for accountability of the
resources under the department including human, financial, property, plant and
equipment.
Key Results Areas:
a) Plan and set performance benchmarks for the department in line with the
strategic plan and statutory performance agreement;
b) Plan and implement a system for the management of plant, equipment and
fleet of the authority to in line with the approved guidelines;
c) Develop and implement a system to manage the servicing and repairs of
plant, equipment and fleet of the authority;
d) Risk management and management of audit results on mechanical services
in line with the strategic plan;
e) Manage performance and develop direct reports in line with the
performance management system of UNRA;
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f) Quality management of rehabilitation works in line with approved

directorate standards.
a) An honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or;
b) A Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized
institution with a Masters Degree in a relevant field;
c) For those with a Bachelors Degree, a Masters Degree in a related field
and other post graduate qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or
other relevant field will be an added advantage;
d) Professional registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB)
or its equivalent in the Commonwealth is a must;
e) Computer literacy is a must.

a) A minimum of 5 years experience in maintenance of fleet, plant and
equipment;
b) Demonstrated working experience in managing diverse professionals.
Character:
c) Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates;
d) Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations;
e) Excellent oral and written communication skills;
f) Ability to manage/supervise multi skilled teams and deliver accurate results
in a timely manner and in an environment with multiple and challenging tasks
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DIRECTORATE OF CORPORATE SERVICES

1) ACCOUNTANT
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Accountant
Manager Accounts
Accounts Assistants
Role Definition:
The Accountant will participate in the implementation of financial systems and
procedures for the accountability and control of the Authority expenditures in line
with the accounting standards, financial guidelines and PFMA. In addition the
Accountant will be responsible for receiving, safeguarding and processing payroll
payments, payment requisitions from suppliers and other creditors; participate in
the preparation of monthly and quarterly accounts in line with the statutory and
accounting regulations and manage the Authoritys assets.
Key Results Areas:
1. Prepare and process payment of salaries, statutory and other deductions in
accordance with the approved payroll;
2. Prepare and process all Authority payments to service providers, statutory
and other creditors, in line with agreements,
legal
timelines
and
organizational payment procedures;
3. Ensure security of the Authoritys assets , stores and participate in regular
update of the fixed assets register in line with the financial procedures and
guidelines;
4. Prepare and process payments on project accounts in accordance with
donor funding standards and agreements;
5. Ensure timely accounting information and subsidiary businesses are
prepared and transmitted to Head Office as per organisational procedures
6. Participate in preparation of financial reports in line with financial
guidelines;
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8. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures of the area of
accounting at UNRA;
1. An Honors Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance or any
2. Possession of at least stage or level two of ACCA or CPA is an added
advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in Finance and Accounts in a large
organization.
Character:
4. Excellent customer service;
2- SUPPLIES OFFICER
Role:
Reports to:
Supplies Officer
Manager Accounts
Role Definition:
The Supplies Officer (SO) will be responsible for receiving, recording, storing and
delivery of consumable and other similar items. This will include: unpacking,
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checking, labeling, splitting, storing and issuing all stock and other related items.
The Officer will also perform continuous update of the stock ledgers, bin-cards
and regular stock taking; maintain all stock and other items stored in the store in
an organised, tidy and safe manner as well as provide assistance and advice to
management and staff regarding supplies.
Key Results Areas:
1. Receive and inspect all goods delivered, prepare GRN and update inventory
records;
2. Ensure the stores facility are in proper working order;
3. Receive stores requisitions and issue / dispatch goods to user;
4. Dispose off undesired or obsolete goods in accordance with PPDA law and
regulations, and organisational disposal procedures;
5. Prepare for the annual stock and other taking exercises;
7. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in the
management of supplies at UNRA;
1. An Honors degree in Stores and Supply Chain management, Commerce,
Business Administration, Finance or any other relevant degree from a
recognized University;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in stores and supplies management in a
large organization.
Character;
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4. High level of Integrity.
3- ESTATES OFFICER
Role:
Reports to:
Estates Officer
Estates Manager
Role Definition:
The Estates Officer will be responsible for maintenance of estates works including
proactive and reactive maintenance works. The Estates Officer will also be
responsible for management of the assets handed over by contractors and
consultants at the completion of road projects and assets acquired through the
land acquisition process and management of all the office utilities. The Estates
officer, in liaison with station engineers, will also be responsible for maintenance
of all UNRA offices at head office and in the stations.
Key Results Areas:
1. Participate in the planning for developments and maintenance required to
support the operation of the Authority, ensuring that adequate budgetary
provision is made;
2. Operate and maintain UNRA site offices fully functional to support the
operations of the Authority, including ensuring the buildings are
maintained to the highest possible standards at all times;
3. Carryout regular equipment checks such as fire hydrants, alarms and
emergency lighting ;
4. Supervise the activities of contractors and consultants in order to deliver
effective estate management activities;
5. Prepare inventory of UNRA estates assets;
6. Manage the utilities ( Telephone, Water, Electricity ) of the Authority;
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management of estates at UNRA;

1. An Honors degree in Civil Engineering, Economics, Social Sciences, Estate
Management or any other related field;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in Estate management in a similar
organization.
Character:
3. Analytical and problem solving techniques;
4- ICT OFFICERS
ICT Officer Hardware and Networks
Role:
Reports to:
ICT Officer Hardware and Networks

Manager Hardware and Networks
Role Definition:
The ICT Officer- Hardware and Networks is responsible for planning, designing,
supporting and maintaining the ICT network. The Officer is also responsible for
the installation and monitoring of the organisations ICT network and associated
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hardware. The Officer is also responsible for designing, testing and

implementation of routine installation of ICT hardware including computers,
network components and multi-functional devices.
Key Results Areas:
1. Oversee the operations of outsourced ICT network and hardware services;
2. Undertake systematic monitoring and scanning of the enterprise external
environment to identify emerging technologies that have the potential to
create business value;
3. Assess availability, performance and capacity of services and resources to
ensure justifiable cost capacity and performance are available to support
business needs and to deliver against agreed service level agreements;
4. Work with the strategy office and the directorates to determine future
network requirements and produce network designs to meet the network
availability, performance and security of UNRA;
5. Perform operational procedures and tasks reliably and consistently to
reduce the risk of un planned outages;
6. Perform network monitoring and analysis, performance tuning, trouble
shooting, and escalate problems as necessary to maintain network
performance to meets user demands;
7. Perform control, evaluation and documentation of practices used to secure
UNRAs network;
8. Design and implement infrastructure solutions that adhere to current IT
architecture and standards;
9. Ensure that installations are completed within time, cost and quality
requirements so as to minimize operational and project risk;
10. Ensure that the testing and handover of implemented solutions are
conducted as per organisational standards hence reducing the risk and
adverse impact of change;
network and hardware services at UNRA;
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1. An Honors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering,
Information Communication Technology or any other relevant courses from
a recognized University.
2. Certification in CCNA, CCNP, A+, Network is an added advantage.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in the installation and maintenance of
hardware and network services in a large organization.
Character;
1. Excellent interpersonal skills , particularly in staff/management relations,
oral and written communication skills;
ICT Officer Systems Support
Role:
Reports to:
ICT Officer Systems Support

Manager Hardware and Networks
Role Definition:
The ICT Officer- Systems Administrator is responsible for planning, designing,
supporting and maintaining the ICT systems. The Officer is also responsible for
the day to day operational maintenance of the organisational ICT systems
through the provision of technical support and advice to users across the UNRA
sites and offices, platforms and technologies.
Key Results Areas:
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1. Provide technical administration to staff on all ICT services, systems and

configurations;
2. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to provide technical support;
3. Monitor, analyze and report on system performance;
4. Manage the consistent use of agreed tools and methods to address and
resolve user identified problems in line with the service level agreements;
5. Define and monitor compliance with processes for the setup and installation
of user-end hardware, software, applications, peripherals and others ICT
base systems to agreed service levels;
6. Escalate performance issues with internal and/or external providers to
minimize adverse impact of systems availability on business continuity;
7. Manage the validity of ICT reference materials to ensure up-to date
solutions for known issues;
8. Report against performance metrics to highlight areas where application
development, vendor relationship management or strategic infrastructure
modifications are required for enhancing business performance and
efficiency;
systems administration at UNRA;
1. An Honors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering,
Information Communication Technology or any other relevant courses from
a recognized University.
2. Certification in CCNA, MCSA, MCITP, MCTS, A+, Network+ is an added
advantage.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in the systems administration in a large
organization.
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Character:
ICT Officer Applications Development
Role:
Reports to:
ICT Officer Applications Development

Manager Databases and Applications
Role Definition:
The ICT Officer- Applications Development is responsible for ensuring that
sufficient development resources are available and effectively applied to
application development projects and that development practices, standards and
techniques are adhered to. The Officer is also responsible for the development of
software, web and multimedia applications that facilitate the achievement of
business outcomes and improve business efficiencies and processes through
leveraging technology.
Key Results Areas:
1. Prepare specialized code as required by user requirement specification to
enable application development;
2. Contribute technical expertise to requirements analysis to enhance the
quality of solution design( ensure the solution is fit for purpose and fit for
use);
3. Undertake post release activities to develop a base of knowledge being
incorporated in future build and release cycles;
4. Provide second level application support and problem resolution to
minimize the impact of application related service outages;
5. Develop programming standards and techniques and provide advice and
guidance for their use to ensure compliance with standards;
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6. Design and execute acceptance tests to improve the quality of the

applications;
application development processes at UNRA;
1. An Honors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information
Communication Technology or any other relevant courses from a recognized
University.
2. Certification in MCP is an added advantage.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in software development in a large
organization.
Character:
ICT Officer Database Administration
Role:
Reports to:
ICT Officer Database Administration

Manager Databases and Applications
Role Definition:
The ICT Officer- Database Administration is responsible for the design and
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management of the UNRAs database architecture to ensure secure access and

availability in accordance with the organisational needs. The Officer is also
responsible for the day today management of the organisational databases and
ensuring that changes and queries are addresses in accordance with the ICT
standards.
Key Results Areas:
1. Design database structures and associated models to support the
information needs of the organization;
2. Administer the database configurations, security, schema and objects
ensuring compliance against agreed ICT standards and guidelines;
3. Perform database software installations and upgrades to maintain currency
with supported environments;
4. Provide second level support to minimize the impact of database related
service outages;
5. Escalate unresolved system issues to appropriate vendors and manage these
in accordance with the agreed service level agreements to minimize service
downtime;
7. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in database
administration at UNRA;
University;
2. Certification in MCDBA, Oracle is an added advantage.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in software development in a large
organization.
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Character:
ICT Officer Security
Role:
Reports to:
ICT Officer Security

Manager Security
Role Definition:
The ICT Officer- Security is responsible for the administration of the
organisations information and data security policies and practices to ensure
authorised users can readily access information and that the information is
protected in terms of confidentiality, integrity and availability. The Officer is also
responsible for investigating and resolving security related incidents.
Key Results Areas:
1. Establish and implement practices for the monitoring of information
systems logical and physical security to minimize the risk of equipment and
data loss, theft or tampering;
2. Monitor and report on the performance of network, system and application
security solutions to highlight areas of noncompliance and inform the
development of improved systems/solutions;
3. Manage the allocation of access privileges of users to ensure appropriate
security settings are applied in accordance with UNRA ICT security
policies;
4. Perform security breech investigations to guide the refinement of
information security policies, practices and systems;
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5. Manage the periodic maintenance of security systems and applications to

ensure new threats are identified and managed and the security of UNRAs
assets is maintained;
7. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in ICT
security management at UNRA;
University;
2. Certification in information systems security is an added advantage.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in ICT security in a large organization.
Character:
5- ADMINISTRATION OFFICERS
I)
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Administration Officer-Registry
Administration Officer-Registry
Head Administration
Registry Assistants
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Role Definition:
The Administration Officer Registry will be responsible for the management of
electronic and all paper based information/records including keeping safe custody,
indexing and classifying records. The Officer will further be responsible for
developing and implementing records management policies and classification
systems; review and update the electronic document management system
including putting in place a system of easy access and retrieval of information and
establishing a records management systems at all UNRA stations, ferry landing
sites and weighbridges.
Key Results Areas:
1. Develop and implement records management policies and classification
systems in line with the approved guidelines;
2. Index, classify, manage and ensure safe custody of records and documents;
3. Establish, review and update the electronic document management system
for easy access and retrieval of information;
4. Establish records management system at all UNRA sites including the
stations, ferry landing sites and weighbridges;
management of records at UNRA;
1. An Honors degree in Library and Information Science (BLIS) or any other
related field from a recognized University.
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1. A minimum of 3 years experience in records and document management,

Library or Registry.
Character:
II)
Administration Officer- Security & Safety
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Administration Officer- Security & Safety

Head Administration
Office Assistant-Security & Safety
Role Definition:
The Administration Officer Security and Safety will be responsible for planning,
developing, implementing, monitoring and coordinating security and safety
systems in the Authority. The Officer will also be responsible for identifying
hazards, assessing risks to security and safety, putting appropriate safety controls
in place and providing advice on accident prevention and occupational security to
employees and stakeholders and for inspecting work places and equipment,
review and update protective and preventative safety measures.
Key Results Areas:
1. Plan, develop and implement occupational health and safety systems,
including policies, procedures and manuals;
2. Promote occupational health and safety within the Authority and develop
safer and healthier ways of working in line with the approved guidelines;
3. Provide security at Headquarters and Stations and all UNRA work sites;
4. Inspect workplaces and protective wear to ensure they meet safety
regulations and to identify hazards and risks;
5. Participate in the investigation of accidents and unsafe working conditions,
in order to study possible causes and recommend remedial action;
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6. Conduct safety drills for employees on health and safety practices and
legislation including coordinating emergency procedures, firefighting and
first aid crews;
7. Participate in the rehabilitation of workers after accidents or injuries and
make sure they experience a satisfactory return to work;
8. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures on
occupational Security and safety.
1. An Honors Degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration,
International Business, Management or any other related field from a
recognized University;
2. Training in security and safety will be an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in managing security and safety.
Character:
III)
Role:
Administration officer- Library & Information Services

Administration Officer- Library & Information Services
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Reports to: Head administration

Supervises: Office Assistants
Role Definition:
The Administration Officer Library and Information Services will be responsible
for acquiring, managing and securing the Authorities information resources. The
Officer will also be responsible for selecting, acquiring, cataloguing, classifying,
circulating, and maintaining library materials; and furnishing reference,
bibliographical, and readers' advisory services; planning, developing and indexing
computerised data base and instructing users on how to efficiently search through
and locate needed reference materials as well as creating partnerships with other
libraries and providing avenues for accessing their databases remotely.
Key Results Areas:
1. Develop Library and Information Services policies and procedures in line
with the strategic plan;
2. Design information storage and retrieval systems, and develop procedures
for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information;
3. Search and source standard reference materials, including on-line sources
and the Internet;
4. Code, classify, and catalog books, publications, films, audiovisual aids, and
other information center materials based on subject matter or standard
information Centre classification systems;
5. Establish Partnerships with other libraries/information centers and provide
avenues for accessing their databases remotely;
6. Establish and update an electronic system for easy access and retrieval of
information;
7. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in office
library and information systems;
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1. An Honors Degree in Library and Information Science (BLIS) or any other
related field from a recognized University;
Character:
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PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Role:
Personal Assistant (Directors Office)
Reports to:
Director and Head Adminstration
Role Definition:
Role Definition:
The Personal Assistant (Directors Office) will perform administrative duties at
Directorate level. Responsibilities will include receiving and screening calls;
managing calendars; arranging meetings and events; preparing reports, filing of
documents and customer relations. The Personal Assistant will also be
responsible for drafting, typing, routing and following up on correspondences as
well as providing historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and
retrieval systems, including recording meeting discussions.
Key Results Areas:
1.
Manage the calendar of the Director including arranging
appointments and meetings, ascertaining the purpose of these,
identifying priorities, providing background material, booking meeting
rooms and organizing workflow activities;
2.
Assist in the coordination of the directorate events;
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3. Answer and screen phone calls and other enquiries on behalf of the
Directorate, referring matters to others as appropriate, identifying
matters for urgent response and ensuring that these are dealt with
according to relevant procedures and timescales;
4.
Open and review incoming mail, draft, type, route and follow up on
correspondences while ensuring quality assurance of all out going
correspondences / letters;
5.
Arrange and coordinate all travel reservations and itineraries for the
Director, hotel accommodations, business luncheons, dinner
engagements, conferences, workshops, meetings, car rentals, etc., and
anticipate and prepare background materials needed;
6.
Compile and keep proper custody of registers for specific documents
as deemed necessary;
7.
Schedule appointments for visitors and staff and maintain an events
calendar;
8.
Prepare reports and file documents, attend meetings as and when
requested and record meeting discussions;
9.
Manage all mail and filling systems to ensure prompt and easy
retrieval of documents.
1. An Honors degree in Secretarial Studies, Information Technology, Business
Administration or any other relevant courses from a recognized University;
2. A diploma in secretarial studies will be an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in modern office management in a large
organization;
2. Relevant Knowledge and experience in Civil Engineering aspects, Law,
administration, Finance, Internal Audit and Procurement will be an added
advantage;
Character:
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7-
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Role:
Reports to:
Office Assistant
Administrative Assistant
Role Definition:
The Office Assistant will be responsible for providing office support services
including photocopying, preparing beverages, moving files and documents,
delivering letters and ensuring cleanliness of offices and office furniture.
Key Result Areas:
1. Undertake photocopying and binding of documents;
2. Prepare and serve Tea and other beverages to staff;
3. Move files and documents as directed;
4. Deliver letters and/ or parcels as required;
5. Ensure cleanliness of offices, washrooms and outer areas and supervise the
cleaners;
6. Participate in the filing of documents.
1. Advanced Level Certificate of Education.
1. A minimum of 2 years experience in providing similar support services in a
large organization.
Character:
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8MANAGER ACCOUNTS
Role:
Manager Accounts
Reports to:
Head Finance and Accounts
Supervises:
Accountants & Supplies Officers
Role Definition:
The Manager Accounts will be responsible for the implementation of financial
systems and procedures for the accountability and control of the Authority
expenditures in line with the accounting standards, guidelines and the Uganda
Public Finance Management Act, 2015 and the Regulations. Furthermore, the
Manager will coordinate the implementation of the financial accounting for
funds, preparation of monthly and quarterly accounts, biannual and annual
statutory financial statements in line with the statutory requirements, accounting
regulations and applicable accounting standards. The Manager Accounts will be
accountable for the resources under the unit including human, financial and
physical assets.
Key Results Areas:
1. Prepare annual and biannual financial statements and quarterly financial
performance reports in line with the law, regulations and organizational
procedures;
2. Prepare reconciliation for all bank and control accounts in the ledgers;
3. Prepare cash position and forecast for the vote in line with approved
Corporate Finance and Accounts budget and PFMA regulations and
guidelines;
4. Review and administer payment of salaries and statutory and other
deductions in accordance with the approved payroll;
5. Review and approve all Authority payments to service providers,
statutory and other creditors, in line with agreements,
legal
timelines and organizational payment procedures;
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6. Manage project accounts in accordance with donor funding standards

and agreements;
7. Implement the approved Authority Accounting system in line with the
execution plan;
1. An Honors Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance or
any other relevant courses from a recognized University;
2. Possession of ACCA, CPA or other relevant professional qualification is a
must;
3. Membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Uganda
(ICPAU) is a must;
4. Any other Post Graduate qualifications in the relevant field are
an
added advantage;
organization;
unit with diverse professions;
3. Demonstrated practical knowledge of International accounting standards.
Character;
tasks.
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9-
ESTATES MANAGER
Role:
Reports to:
Supervises:
Estates Manager
Head Administration
Estate Officers
Role Definition:
The Estates Manager will be responsible for planning and managing maintenance
of estates including reactive maintenance works. The Estates Manager will also be
responsible for overall management of the assets handed over by contractors and
consultants at the completion of road projects and assets on acquired land.
Key Results Areas:
1. Plan, budget for and implement Authoritys developments and estates
maintenance works in line with approved corporate services strategy;
2. Manage UNRA assets, sites and office buildings in line with the relevant
laws, Estates Management Standards, Occupational Safety & Health
guidelines;
3. Coordinate and monitor contractors and consultants for UNRA estates
construction in line with effective service delivery standards;
4. Manage Estate contracts for efficient and effective UNRA operations;
5. Identify and assess risks in estates unit and devise mitigation measures;
6. Monitor project assets and put in place a system of handing over the said
assets (laboratory equipment, project cars, furniture, etc) at completion of
projects in line with the asset management guidelines;
7. Conduct assessment of asset condition in accordance with the law and
administrative guidelines, and make appropriate recommendations;
8. Put in place a secured yard for safe custody of items handed over after
project closure and manage the security of such items in line with the
Authoritys asset management guidelines.
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1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Economics, Social Sciences, Estate

Management or any other related field;
2. Masters Degree in related field is an added advantage;
3. Any other Post Graduate qualification in the relevant field is an added
advantage;
1. A minimum of 5 years experience in Estate Management in a similar
organization;
unit with diverse professions;
Character;
tasks.
10- ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Role:
Accounts Assistant
Reports to:
Accountant
Role Definition:
The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for processing financial records such
as bills, invoices, accounts payable and receivable. The Assistant will also be
responsible for basic book keeping activities, preparing payment vouchers and
expense forms; receiving and receipting cash from the sale of bidding documents,
pay out cash and reconcile the cash balances in the cash book on a daily basis. The
Assistant will also keep value documents like security papers from BOU.
Key Results Areas
1. Processing and filing financial records;
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Reconciliation of bank statements;

Post entries in the relevant books of accounts;
Prepare payment vouchers and expense forms;
Receive and receipt cash from the sale of bidding documents;
Pay out cash and reconcile the cash balances in the cash book on a daily basis;
Keep value documents like security papers from BOU;
Update the fixed asset register;
Prepare monthly financial management reports.

1. An Honors degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance,
International Business or any other relevant courses from a recognized
University;
organization.
Character:
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Role:
Reports to:
Administrative Assistant (Station and Region)

Station Manager / Regional Manager
Role Definition:
The Administrative Assistant (Stations and Regions) will perform administrative
duties at Stations and Regions. Responsibilities will include receiving and
screening calls; managing calendars; meeting and event arrangements; preparing
reports, filing of documents, customer relations. The Administrative Assistant
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will also be responsible for drafting, typing, routing and following up on

correspondences; providing historical reference by developing and utilizing filing
and retrieval systems including recording meeting discussions and managing and
accounting for imprest at Stations.
Key Results Areas:
1)
Carry out administrative functions at regions and stations and serve
as the primary point of administrative contact at the station and liaise with
other offices, individuals, and institutions on operational and programmatic
matters concerning the office.
2) Organize and facilitate meetings, conferences, workshops and other special
events and participate in the preparation of documents for the same as and
when requested;
3)
Attend relevant meetings, record meeting discussions and submit the
minutes within 24hrs or as agreed;
4)
Answer phone calls by the second ring, re-directing calls to
appropriate persons, taking detailed messages for the person who has called
including name, time of call and nature of business;
5)
Compile and keep proper custody of registers for specific documents
as deemed necessary;
6)
Schedule appointments for visitors and staff and maintain an events
calendar;
7)
Prepare reports and file documents;
8) Draft, type, route and follow up on correspondences while ensuring quality
assurance of all out going correspondences / letters;
9)
Manage all mails and filling system that enables prompt and easy
retrieval of documents;
1. An Honors degree in Secretarial Studies, Information Technology, Business
Administration or any other relevant courses from a recognized University;
2. A qualification in procurement is desirable;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in modern office management in a large
organization;
2. Knowledge and experience in records management
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Character:
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RECORDS ASSISTANT
Role:
Reports to:
Records Assistant
Executive Assistant
Role Definition:
The Records Assistant will provide support to the Executive Assistant-EDs Office
in the management of electronic and paper based information/records. In addition
the Records Assistant will participate in the safe custody, indexing and
classification of records.
Key Result Areas

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Index, classify and ensure safe custody of records and documents;

Receive correspondences and documents;
Dispatch correspondences and documents;
File correspondences and documents;
Update the electronic system for easy access and retrieval of information;
Archive correspondences and documents.

1. An Ordinary Diploma in Library and Information Science, Secretarial Studies,
Information Communication Technology or any other related field from a
recognized Institution.
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A minimum of 2 years experience in records and document management, Library
or Registry.
Character;
DIRECTORATE OF PROCUREMENT
1- PROCUREMENT MANAGER WORKS
Reports to: Director Procurement
Supervises: Procurement Officers
Role Definition:
The Procurement Manager Works will be responsible for managing all works
procurements of the Authority including preparing the procurement plan, bidding
documents, managing the bidding and evaluation process, pre-contract
negotiation, preparing and issuing approved contract documents in line with
PPDA Act and Regulationand UNRA Procurement Guidelines.
Key Results Areas
1. Coordinate the process of preparation of annual Works Procurement Plan
and departmental Procurement Plans based on the approved budget and
within the required timelines to ensure timely completion in line with the
UNRA Business Plan and statutory performance agreement;
2. Monitor the implementation of the approved procurement plan;
3. Periodically review the internal procurement policies, practices and
procedures to ensure relevance with UNRAs Business strategy
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4.
Coordinate the implementation of the procurement process to ensure

compliance with the PPDA Act and Regulations while achieving value for
money;
5. Coordinate the preparation and submission of technical inputs for works
procurements initiated by user departments in line with PPDA
Regulations and UNRA guidelines;
6. Facilitate the smooth functioning of Contracts Committee in line with
PPDA regulations and guidelines;
7. Develop and maintain accurate systems to follow up and implement
decisions of the Contracts Committee on works procurements in line
with PPDA regulations.
8. Develop a storage system procurement related documents and records in
line with the PPDA Act and Regulation and UNRAs Records
Management guidelines;
9. Develop and implement a system of managing risks in the designs
10. Supervise and manage the performance and development of staff in the
department in line with UNRAs goals, objectives, policies and
regulations.
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, or other relevant courses
from a recognized University;
2. Possession of CIPS or other relevant professional qualification
3. A Masters Degree in Engineering or any other relented field is a Must.
1. A minimum of 5 years hands on experience in procurement in similar
and reputable organization;
2. Demonstrated
working
experience
in
managing
an
Character:
3. Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations, oral
and written communication skills;
4.Strategic thinking and ability to work and produce accurate results in
an environment with multiple and challenging tasks.
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2-
PROCUREMENT MANAGER SERVICES

Role Definition:
The Procurement Manager Services will be responsible for managing all services
procurements of the Authority including preparing the procurement plan, bidding
documents, managing the bidding and evaluation process, pre-contract
negotiation, preparing and issuing approved contract documents in line with
PPDA Act and UNRA procurement guidelines.
Key Results Areas:
1. Coordinate the process of preparation of annual services Procurement
Plan and departmental Procurement Plans based on the approved
budget and within the required timelines to ensure timely completion
in line with the UNRA Business Plan and statutory performance
agreement;
2. Monitor the implementation of the approved procurement plan;
3. Periodically review the internal procurement policies, practices and
procedures to ensure relevance with UNRAs Business strategy
4.Coordinate the implementation of the procurement process to ensure
compliance with the PPDA Act and Regulations while achieving value
for money;
5. Coordinate the preparation and submission of technical inputs for
works procurements initiated by user departments in line with PPDA
Regulations and UNRA guidelines;
6. Facilitate the smooth functioning of Contracts Committee in line with
PPDA regulations and guidelines;
7. Develop and maintain accurate systems to follow up and implement
decisions of the Contracts Committee on services procurements in line
with PPDA regulations;
8. Develop a storage system procurement related documents and records
in line with the PPDA Act and Regulation and UNRAs Records
Management guidelines;
9. Develop and implement a system of managing risks in the designs
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10. Supervise and manage the performance and development of staff in the
department in line with UNRAs goals, objectives, policies and
regulations.
1. An Honors
Degree
in
Procurement, Commerce, Business
Administration, Law or other relevant courses from a recognized
University;
3. A Masters Degree in related field or any other relented field is a Must.
Experience and Knowledge
1. A minimum of 5 years hands on experience in procurement in similar
and reputable organization.
2. Demonstrated working experience in managing teams with diverse
professionals.
Character:
1.
2.
3.
Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management relations, oral and
4. Strategic thinking and ability to work and produce accurate results in an
3-
PROCUREMENT MANAGER PROCESS ASSURANCE

Role Definition:
The Procurement Manager Process Assurance will be responsible for the review,
update and implementation of the internal assurance system for procurement
processes including documentation of policies and standards such as quality
manual, standard operating procedures, change control policy, maintenance of
records, code of conduct, etc. The Manager will be responsible for carrying out
independent quality assurance of the procurement process to ensure compliance
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with the PPDA Act and Regulation and/or Development Partner procedures and
guidelines. The Manager will also be responsible for providing technical support
and guidance to user departments and PDU staff at key stages of the procurement
process to ensure conformity with established guidelines.
Key Results Areas:
1. Develop and implement procurement quality assurance system for
compliance with PPDA Act and Regulations and/or Development
Partner guidelines;
2. Plan and provide requisite technical support and guidance to user
departments and PDU staff at key stages of the procurement process;
3. Review all procurement related documentation to ensure compliance
with the PPDA Act and Regulations and/or Development partner
guidelines;
4. Coordinate all Procurement audits;
5. Develop and implement a system of managing risks in the procurement
and disposal activities and develop risk mitigation measures;
1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Procurement, Commerce,
Business Administration, Law, Social Sciences or any other relevant
courses from a recognized University.
3. A Masters Degree in related field or any other relented field is a must.
1. A minimum of 5 years hands on experience in procurement in similar and
reputable organization.
2. Demonstrated working experience in managing people.
Character:
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4-
SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER WORKS
Role:
Reports to:
Senior Procurement Officer - Works

Procurement Manager - Works
Role Definition:
The Senior Procurement Officer Works will be involved in the procurement of works
including preparing the procurement plan, bidding documents, participate in the bidding
and evaluation process, pre-contract negotiation, preparing and issuing approved contract
documents.
Key Results Areas:
1. Coordinate the preparation of procurement plans by user departments;
2. Follow up with the user departments on the initiation of works
procurements and on submission of technical inputs to the statement of
requirements;
3. Ensure that all the submissions to the Contracts Committee on works
procurements are prepared in a timely manner as defined in the
procurement regulations;
4. Follow up and implement decisions of the Contracts Committee on works
procurements and submit regular updates on status to the Manager;
5. Prepare and publish bid notices (adverts) and issue approved bidding
documents for works procurements;
6. Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, clarifications, bid closings and
bid openings for works procurements;
7. Prepare monthly and other reports as scheduled in the PPDA Regulations
and submit to the Manager;
8. Participate in the drafting of contract documents and submit to Manager;
9. File and reference all procurement related documents and records;
10. Monitor implementation of contracts;
11. Respond to audit queries in the procurement of works.
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1. An Honors Degree in Civil Engineering, Law, Procurement, Economics,
Social Sciences or any other relevant Degree from a recognized University;
2. Qualification in Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) is
an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in public procurement of works or any
other relevant experience.
Character:
5-
SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER PROCESS ASSURANCE
Role:
Reports to:
Senior Procurement Officer Process Assurance

Manager Process Assurance
Role Definition:
The Senior Procurement Officer Process Assurance will participate in the review, update
and implementation of the internal assurance systems for procurement processes. The
Procurement Officer will also participate in documentation of policies and standards such
as quality manual, standard operating procedures, change control policy, maintenance of
records, code of conduct, etc. The Officer will provide technical support and guidance to
user departments and PDU staff at key stages of the procurement process to ensure
conformity with established guidelines.
Key Results Areas:
1. Participate in the review, update and implementation of the procurement
quality assurance system and manual;
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2. Implement procurement quality assurance system for compliance with

PPDA Act and regulations, and/or all development Partner guidelines;
3. Provide technical support and guidance to user departments and PDU staff
at key stages of the procurement process;
4. Review all procurement related documents and records to ensure
compliance with the PPDA Act and regulations, and/or development
partner guidelines;
5. File and reference all procurement related documents in the unit and
records;
6. Coordinate the procurement audits and responses.
1. An Honors Degree in Law, Procurement, Economics, Social Sciences or any
other relevant Degree from a recognized University;
2. Qualification in Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies
(CIPS) is
an added advantage;
1. A minimum of 3 years hands on experience in procurement in similar and
reputable organization.
Character:
DIRECTORATE OF LEGAL SERVICES
1-
LEGAL MANAGER, - POLICY
Role:
Legal Manager - Policy
Reports to: Head Policy and Board Affairs
Role Definition:
The Legal Manager, Policy will be responsible for providing legal advice to the
Authority. The Legal Manager will also be responsible for providing guidance on
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legal and governance issues and matters that may arise in the organizations
compliance with the relevant legislation and best practices. In addition, the Legal
Manager will be responsible for drafting of regulations, identifying areas for law
reform, internal policies and procedures, and following up on implementation of
board decisions, actions/ policies.
Key Results Areas:
1.
Develop UNRA regulations to operationalize the UNRA Act;
2.
Monitor compliance with relevant laws and regulations affecting
UNRA;
3.
Provide legal advice to Authority Staff in line with the authorities
business;
4.
Manage corporate legal and governance matters in line with the
approved UNRA guidelines;
5.
Transfer and provide safe custody of all land titles and tenancies in
line with the approved guidelines;
6.
Review and update existing internal policies, procedures and manuals
and formulate new policies;
7.
Risk management and resolution of audit queries;
8.
Manage performance and develop direct reports in line with the
9.
Manage other legal assignments as may be delegated from time to
time.

1. An Honors Degree in Law from a recognized University;
2. Must be an advocate of the High Court of Uganda with a valid practicing
certificate for a minimum period of three years;
3. Postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
1. A minimum of 3 years experience in board support role , policy review and
formulation;
2. Demonstrated working experience in dealing with diverse professions;
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Character;
2. Excellent interpersonal skills particularly staff/management relations, oral
and written communication skills;
environment with multiple and challenging tasks;
2-
LEGAL OFFICER LITIGATION
Role:
Reports to:
Legal Officer - Litigation

Senior Legal Officer- Litigation
Role Definition:
The Legal Officer - Litigation will provide and monitor litigation services in courts of
Judicature, tribunals, arbitrations and in any cases/negotiations arising from the
implementation of the Authoritys work in line with the relevant laws; implement the
departmental work plans, interpret and compile policy documents and rulings in line
with the Departmental Guidelines and procedures.
Key Result Areas:
1. Represent UNRA in Courts of Law, tribunals and other Judicial bodies in line
with the departmental guidelines, procedures and the law;
2. Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations;
3. Carry out a risk assessment on all assigned cases and propose mitigation
measures;
4. Management of litigation information in line with approved guidelines;
5. Manage and develop other staff in the unit in line with the Human Resource
Policies Manual;
6. Perform any other allocated assignments from time to time.
certificate;
3. Post Graduate qualification is an added advantage;
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1. A minimum of 2 years experience in handling litigation issues/matters;
2. Experience in land and commercial cases will be an added advantage;
3. Demonstrated working experience in dealing with diverse professions.
Character:
2. Court Advocacy skills;
3-
LEGAL OFFICER CONTRACTS
Role:
Reports to:
Legal Officer- Contracts

Senior Legal Officer Contracts
Role Definition:
The Legal Officer- Contracts will prepare all contract documents, claims and
provide legal opinions and support relating to contracts and claims and prepare all
draft bidding and contract documents. In addition the Legal Officer will
participate in handling contractual claims and disputes arising out of project
implementation.
Key Result Areas:
1. Draft contracts as assigned in line with departmental guidelines corporate
objectives and the law;
2. Handle assigned contractual claims and disputes arising out of project
implementation;
3. Manage contracts to ensure compliance;
4. Respond to audit reports and implement agreed recommendations;
5. Carry out administrative reviews for effective dispute resolution on assigned
cases.
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6. Manage and develop other staff in the unit in line with the Human Resource
Policies Manual;
7. Perform any other allocated assignments from time to time.
certificate;
3. Post Graduate qualification in procurement or contract law is an added
advantage.
1. Demonstrated working experience in dealing with diverse professions;
2. Experience in contractual dispute resolution or representation in contract
adjudication proceedings;
3. Demonstrated working experience in procurement and contract law.
Character:
2. Systematic, meticulous with ability to pay attention to detail;
environment with multiple and challenging tasks
4-
Librarian/Records Management Officer
Role:
Librarian
Reports to: Director Legal Services
Role Definition:
The Librarian will be responsible for acquiring, managing and securing the
Authorities information resources. The Librarian will also be responsible for
selecting, acquiring, cataloguing, classifying, circulating, and maintaining library
materials; and furnishing reference, bibliographical, and readers' advisory services;
planning, developing and indexing computerized data base and instructing users
on how to efficiently search through and locate needed reference materials as well
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as creating partnerships with other libraries and providing avenues for accessing
their databases remotely.
Key Results Areas:
1. Develop Library and Information Services policies and procedures in line
with the strategic plan;
2. Design information storage and retrieval systems, and develop procedures
for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information;
3. Search and source standard reference materials, including on-line sources
and the Internet;
4. Code, classify, and catalog books, publications, films, audiovisual aids, and
other information center materials based on subject matter or standard
information Centre classification systems;
5. Establish Partnerships with other libraries/information centers and provide
avenues for accessing their databases remotely;
6. Establish and update an electronic system for easy access and retrieval of
information;
7. Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures in office
library and information systems;
1. An Honors Degree in Library and Information Science (BLIS) or any other
related field from a recognized University;
Character:
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