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The Parliamentary Commission invites applications from
suitably qualified Ugandan Nationals to fill the following vacant posts that
exist in the Parliamentary Commission, Parliament of Uganda.
JOB TITLE :
1.
TECHNICIAN
2.
LITHOGRAPHER
3.
ASSISTANT EDITOR OF HANSARD
4.
ECONOMIST
5.
DRIVER
Organisation: Parliamentary
Commission
POST: DRIVER
(Ref: P3/EXT/05/13)
SALARY SCALE: PC8
NO OF VACANCIES:
ONE (1)
AGE LIMIT: 25 -
40 YEARS
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE
REPORTS TO:
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
• To provide safe and efficient driving services to the
Parliamentary Commission
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:
Education and Qualifications
• An Ordinary Level certificate
• Hold a valid driving permit with at least two of the
following classes: B, DL and DM with none vehicle restriction
• Must have passed a competency driving test with the
Government Chief Mechanical Engineer
• Additional training in basic motor vehicle mechanics will
be an added advantage
• Should have at least three (3) years driving experience
preferably in a Government institution or any other reputable
Institution/organisation.
Skills and Abilities
• Defensive driving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and work overtime
• Good communication and Interpersonal skills
Key responsibilities
• To drive/chauffer official passengers to and from assigned
destinations
• To take responsibility for maintenance and cleanliness of
vehicles in ones’ custody
• To carry out minor/basic repairs and advise on vehicle(s)
service schedules
• To ensure assigned vehicle is in safe mechanical condition
before embarking on an errand
• To ensure passengers adhere to safety regulations and
ensure passengers are safe
• To report accident and traffic/road safety mishaps to the
officer in charge
• To collate and maintain accurate vehicle log & records
• To produce reports on field assignments for the vehicle
under your charge
• To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time
to time
POST: ECONOMIST
(Ref: P3/EXT/06/13)
SALARY SCALE: PC
4
NO. OF VACANCIES:
TWO (2)
AGE LIMIT: 21 –
27 YEARS
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE
REPORTS TO:
SENIOR ECONOMIST
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• To collect and conduct preliminary data analysis within
the Division
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education and Qualifications
• An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, or Quantitative
Economics obtained from a recognized University/Institution
Skills and Abilities
• Good analytical skills
• Knowledge in Information Systems Design & Operations
• Good Computer usage skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
Key responsibilities
• To collect and analyse data related to government revenue,
expenditure and deficit.
• To collect and analyse information on economic and social
policies as well as financial and monetary sectors of the economy.
• To estimate costs and revenues associated with proposed legislation.
• To support Parliament and its committees in utilizing
economic and budget performance measurement indicators during oversight meetings.
• To prepare regular publications on key macroeconomic and
budget indicators.
• To support the existence and operations of a budgetary and
socioeconomic databank at PBO.
• To collect and analyze the impact of public policy on
macroeconomic variables including but not limited to price indices, exchange
rates, lending rates etc.
• To assist Committees of Parliament in implementing work
plans.
• To provide periodic performance reports of PBO.
JOB TITLE:
ASSISTANT EDITOR OF HANSARD (Ref: P3/EXT/07/13)
SALARY SCALE: PC4
NO. OF VACANCIES:
NINE (9)
AGE LIMIT: 21 -
27 YEARS
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE
REPORTS TO:
SENIOR ASSISTANT
EDITOR OF HANSARD PURPOSE
OF THE JOB
• To transcribe and edit proceedings of Parliament
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Qualifications
• An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication,
Journalism & Communication; or Arts with Literature and English Language Studies
(ELS) studied as subjects, or Arts with Education, majoring in Literature and
English Language Studies (ELS) from a recognized University/Institution.
Skills and Abilities
• Proficiency in transcribing and editing
• Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal
skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• An eye for detail
Key Responsibilities
• To transcribe audio tapes and carry out a first edit of
parliamentary debates in line with laid down Hansard editing guidelines
• To carryout verification/clarification of MPs’ speeches
• To corroborate the Members’ log with transcripts to
confirm accuracy
• To submit transcripts for 2nd edit to the Senior Assistant
Editor of Hansard
• To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time
to time
JOB TITLE:
LITHOGRAPHER (Ref: P3/EXT/08/13)
SALARY SCALE: PC
4
NO. OF VACANCIES:
TWO (2)
JOB STATUS:
PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE
AGE LIMIT: 21 –
27 YEARS
REPORTS TO:
PUBLICATIONS OFFICER
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• To carry out printing activities in the Parliamentary
Printery
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Education, Qualifications
• An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer
Science, Information Communication Technology, Industrial & Fine Art or Art
& Design obtained from a recognized University/Institution.
Skills and Abilities
• Excellent printing and publications skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
Key Responsibilities
• To carry out printing activities related to the production
of the daily Hansard.
• To advise on technical requirements of the printing press,
including fault identification.
• To handle minor repairs and maintenance of the printing
machines
• To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time
to time
JOB TITLE :
TECHNICIAN (Ref: P3/EXT/09/13)
SALARY SCALE: PC
4
NO. OF VACANCIES:
THREE (3)
JOB STATUS:
PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE
AGE LIMIT: 21 -
27 YEARS
REPORTS TO:
SENIOR TECHNICIAN
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
• To make available analogue and digital audio and video
recordings of the parliamentary proceedings for transcription, webcasting, archiving
and broadcasting.
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Education and
Qualifications
• An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunication
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering or
Computer Science from a recognised University/ institution
Skills and Abilities
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Good documentation skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
Key Responsibilities
• To record audio and video proceedings of the Plenary,
committee meetings, field trips and other Parliamentary functions.
• To avail to the end users (the editorial team) recorded
digital video/ audio files or analogue video/audio tapes for transcription and reference
• To relay video and audio proceedings of Parliament to the Parliamentary
Website, CCTV network and to Radio and TV broadcast stations
• To avail audio and video records for Digital Archiving,
Live Streaming and for accessibility through Video on Demand Server
• To set up and align the Public Address System for use
before commencement of parliamentary proceedings
• To carry out routine systems maintenance and perform minor
repairs on the Public Address System, TV sets, CCTV network and any other
audio/video electronic equipment in the section
• To relay terrestrial digital TV programmes on the CCTV
network
How to apply:
Applications should be addressed to
the Secretary, Parliamentary Commission,
P.O Box 7178 Kampala
to be posted or hand delivered to the Parliamentary Registry,
Room No. 112, 1st
Floor, South Wing,
Parliament of Uganda.
Applications should
reach her not
later than Friday, 29 November 2013 at 5:00 p.m.
Applicants should attach recent passport size photographs,
Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts and
indicate two (2) competent referees. Serving Officers in Government
institutions should route their applications through their respective Heads of
Departments.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
