Job Description

Reporting to the Executive Director, the successful candidate will perform the following duties;

• Develop and implement strategies for the deployment of digital conformity stamps and ensuring seamless integration with product traceability systems.
• Undertake design and development of the Digital Conformity Stamps (DCS) processes and information documents required to ensure effective integration and implementation of the Digital Conformity Stamps (DCS) project.
• Undertake sensitization, training, change management, and mainstreaming of Digital Conformity Stamps (DCS) for internal and external stakeholders.
• Generate project documented information including project budgets, work plans, activity schedules, and reports, etc., as per project assignments relevant to Digital Conformity Stamps (DCS).
• Plan and manage the end-to-end Digital Conformity Stamps (DCS) project cycle, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables for each phase of the project.
• Coordinate with stakeholders (internal and external) to ensure successful implementation of digital stamps for product traceability.
• Oversee the creation, assignment, and application of digital conformity stamps on quality products at various points in the supply chain (e.g., production, distribution).
• Supervise monitoring of the use of digital stamps to ensure proper usage and prevent fraudulent applications or counterfeiting.
• Ensure that Digital Conformity Stamps (DCS) are issued only on products that have gone through conformity assessment and confirmed to be complying with Uganda Compulsory standards.
• Coordinate with SICPA to ensure digital stamping solutions are properly implemented
• Identify potential risks in the traceability system, such as misapplication of stamps, noncompliant products, or system breaches, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor staff performance and make corrective recommendations to improve the quality of service delivery and staff-client interface.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports on activities of the Digital Conformity Stamps (DCS) project

QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER COMPETENCIES

• Should possess a Master’s degree in any science field from a recognized University/Institution
• Should possess Honours degree in science field from a recognized University/Institute.
• Training in project management is an added advantage
• At least ten (9) years’ experience, five (5) years of which are at a senior Officer level in a reputable organization
• Membership of a recognized professional body relevant to UNBS Mandate is an added advantage
• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet applications
• Highly dynamic, analytical and innovative with keen attention to detail, clear strategic focus/orientation as well as demonstrable capacity to manipulate, interpret and/or translate functional data into useful Management information and also to develop innovative strategies for UNBS
• Strong Communication, negotiating, presentation and interpersonal skills

Interested candidates should also;

• Have hands-on supervisory competencies with capacity to multi-task and deliver results efficiently with minimal supervision coupled with good planning, monitoring and evaluation skills
• Have proven people leadership and functional management competencies with hands-on skills in Risk Management and internal controls in the functional areas
• High level of integrity and professionalism, communication, teamwork and analytical skills and needs to be a team player, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills.

UNBS is an Equal Opportunities Employer and all eligible Ugandans are encouraged to apply. Details of the above Job Requirements can be found on UNBS Website: www.unbs.go.ug

Mode of Application

• Follow the Link https://hrm.unbs.go.ug/jobs/apply
• Use your Email Address for Registration
• Fill in all Tabs as per the Application
• Attach your updated CV with Mobile Telephone Numbers, Copies of Academic/Professional Qualifications and National Identity Card (NIN) under the Tab for Documents
• Complete your Application by clicking the Tab for “Submit Application”
• No Hand Delivered Applications will be received

Please Note

•  Any form of Canvassing will lead to Automatic Disqualification.
• UNBS does not request for any Payments or favors at any stage of Recruitment 
• Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted
• Applications are open from 31st March 2025 to 17tht April 2025 5.00pm.

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