• SUMMARY:
  The International Livestock Research Institute and Makerere University are seeking an MSc Graduate Fellow to support research on piglet nutrition and smallholder livestock production systems. The role focuses on conducting field-based research evaluating creep feeding strategies and their impact on piglet growth, productivity, and economic performance.

• CONTRACT / DURATION:
  6 months (with possibility of extension)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop an MSc research proposal including study design, sampling framework, and data collection tools.

• Conduct field-based data collection on piglet growth, feed intake, and management practices.

• Implement research protocols in compliance with ethical and animal welfare standards.

• Capture and manage research data using paper-based and/or digital data collection tools.

• Perform data cleaning, management, and statistical analysis in consultation with supervisors.

• Prepare progress reports and complete and defend the MSc thesis.

• SUMMARY:
  The Danish Refugee Council is seeking an Information Management Assistant to support the Uganda Refugee Resilience Initiative (URRI). The role focuses on managing MEAL information systems, supporting data collection and analysis, and ensuring accurate reporting for programme monitoring and decision-making.

     KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and update the URRI MEAL central database ensuring data integrity and version control.

• Manage programme indicator data including cleaning, validation, aggregation, and reporting datasets.

• Support data entry, verification, and management from digital platforms such as Kobo and ODK.

• Consolidate programme data from consortium partners for reporting and performance tracking.

• Produce summaries, tables, dashboards, and data visualizations for reports and donor submissions.

• Ensure data protection, quality assurance, and proper documentation in line with organisational standards.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for Africa regional programmes

• Develop regional strategies, operational plans, and performance metrics

• Supervise programme design, budgeting, and MEAL systems across the region

• Lead business development, donor engagement, and fundraising initiatives

• Manage regional budgets and financial performance

• Represent the organisation globally and strengthen strategic partnerships

• Oversee the end-to-end deployment of Radio Access Network (RAN) infrastructure.

• Manage site acquisition, civil works, and telecom installations.

• Ensure all network expansions meet specified quality and technical standards.

• Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure timely project delivery.

• Conduct site audits and technical surveys for new coverage areas.

• Perform link budget analysis and coverage mapping for network optimization.

• Perform routine maintenance and repair of medical/laboratory equipment.

• Calibrate biomedical instruments to ensure accuracy.

• Provide technical guidance to medical staff on equipment use.

• Maintain an inventory of spare parts and equipment service logs.

• Oversee acquisition, installation, and deployment of computer systems.

• Manage LAN, WAN, SAN, and server hardware infrastructure.

• Ensure maximum system availability and IT security compliance.

• Direct business continuity and disaster recovery provisions.

• Supervise computing and telecommunications peripherals management.

• Provide effective technical user support across the corporation.

• Inspect mining sites for compliance with environmental laws.

• Monitor environmental impacts of mining operations.

• Report on breaches of environmental standards and permits.

• Assist in the enforcement of restoration orders in mining areas.

• Prepare enforcement plans for environment protection.

• Conduct regular monitoring of ecosystems to prevent degradation.

• Identify and assess environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.

• Collaborate with lead agencies and stakeholders on conservation activities.

• Supervise performance of Environment Protection Officers.

• Oversee district-level engineering projects and infrastructure.

• Manage technical works related to roads, buildings, and water systems.

• Ensure compliance with technical and contractual requirements.

• Supervise technical staff and site operations.

• Receive, log, and process biological samples from study sites.

• Perform molecular and serological tests (PCR, ELISA, sequencing).

• Maintain detailed records for sample inventory and shipment.

• Conduct equipment calibration and daily maintenance.

• Ensure adherence to biosafety and GLP standards.

• Assist in genomic analysis data documentation.