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Position Title:Cold Chain Technician (3 positions)

Reports To: Programme Manager, UNEPI

Organization: Ministry of Health

Primary Location:Entebbe Central Workshop

Education Level: Diploma

Minimum Experience :   5 (Years)

Job Type : Full-time Employment

Closing date :  21st July  2014.

Job Description

To install and maintain an efficient Cold Chain System for safe storage of vaccines at all levels.

1. Key Functions:

i.              Planning, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating cold chain activities in Health units;

ii.             Installing, maintaining and servicing refrigerators and other cold chain equipment;

iii. Preparing and keeping an up-to-date cold chain inventory;

iv.           Reporting, requisitioning and accounting for vaccines, equipment and allocated

resources;

v.            Adhering to professional code of conduct and ethics; vi. Participating in research activities;

xii. Participating in programme monitoring and evaluation activities;

xiii. Providing safe custody for the equipment and maintain their functionality

2. Qualifications:

Must have an Ordinary Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.

3. Experience

(i) Must have five years of experience.

(ii) Competences

•             Self motivated;

•             Able to work under minimum supervision;

•             Computer skills are an added advantage;

•             Concern for quality and standards;

•             Good communication skills; and team work

•             Able to conduct field visits.

Closing date :  21st July  2014.

Mode of Application:

Interested applicants must address their applications to

 Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health,

 Box 7272,

KAMPALA