Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Project Officer, the successful candidate will perform the following duties;

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Audit and validate the quality control processes in place to guarantee that all products stamped meet the required conformity standards.
• Maintain and manage a traceability system that integrates with digital conformity stamps to allow real-time tracking of products from production to end-consumers.
• Oversee data capture and management to ensure the digital stamp is linked to accurate and up-to-date information throughout the product lifecycle.
• Analyse traceability data to ensure products meet quality specifications and report on deviations, anomalies, or non-conformities.
• Collaborate with IT teams to develop or integrate platforms for managing digital conformity stamps and ensuring they are secure, scalable, and easy to use.
• Coordinate with SICPA to ensure digital stamping solutions are properly implemented
• Conduct training sessions for internal teams, suppliers, and partners on how to use the digital stamp system effectively.
• Identify and report potential risks in the traceability system, such as misapplication of stamps, non-compliant products, or system breaches, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Regularly report on project status, including product compliance data, traceability performance metrics, and any issues related to the digital conformity stamps.
• Generate periodic reports detailing product traceability, quality compliance, and any conformity issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER COMPETENCIES

• Should possess Honours degree in science field from a recognized University/Institute.
• Should have working experience of at least 3 years in a project environment
• Hands-on competencies with capacity to multi-task and deliver results efficiently with minimal supervision
• Proven teamwork and functional management competencies with hands-on skills in Risk
• Management and internal controls in the functional areas
• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet applications
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with staff and clients effectively.

The successful candidate must be presentable, a person of integrity, with good communication ability, a high level of professionalism and a team player. 

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.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY