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Technical Specialist - Nature-Based Solutions (NbS)
Category:
Physical & Environ. Sci.
Company:
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
SUMMARY: United Nations Environment Programme is seeking a Technical Specialist - Nature-Based Solutions to support its Somalia Country Programme. The role focuses on programme-wide technical leadership on Nature-based Solutions and Ecosystem-based Adaptation, including policy support, technical advisory, capacity building, and monitoring of NbS integration across projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide programme-wide technical leadership on NbS and Ecosystem-based Adaptation across UNEP Somalia projects.
Deliver technical advisory support, analysis, and planning inputs on ecosystem restoration, land management, flood risk reduction, and climate adaptation.
Support ministries and partners to develop NbS-informed policies, guidelines, and governance frameworks.
Design and deliver NbS/EbA training and support harmonization across multi-agency partners.
Produce technical frameworks, guidance documents, lessons learned, and investment briefs for NbS implementation.
Develop monitoring indicators, contribute to reporting, and track progress of NbS integration across the programme.
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Date Posted:
20 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
29 Apr 2026
Application Details:
Apply online via the UN Careers portal: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/276030?language=en
Job Type:
Professional and Higher Categories
Requirements:
Master’s degree or equivalent in environmental studies, ecology, natural resources, or a related field.
A first-level university degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
At least 7 years of professional experience in Nature-based Solutions, ecosystem-based approaches, sustainable natural resource management, climate adaptation, and climate resilience.
Extensive experience designing and implementing ecosystem or nature-based approaches on the ground.
Experience in advisory work and developing policy briefs, guidelines, and frameworks is desirable.
Fluency in written and spoken English is required
MEL Intern
Category:
Monitoring & Evaluation
Company:
One Acre Fund (OAF)
SUMMARY:One Acre Fund is seeking MEL Interns to support its Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning team in Uganda. The role focuses on data cleaning and analysis, data visualization, and preparation of actionable reports and dashboards to support agricultural programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clean and analyze primary data collected from farmers and markets.
Visualize results and compile findings into actionable reports.
Support development of automated dashboards for MEL reporting.
Contribute to projects that improve data use for farmer service delivery and agricultural productivity.
Location:
Uganda
Date Posted:
20 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
15 Jul 2026
Application Details:
Apply online via https://oneacrefund.org/vacancies/mel-intern?gh_jid=7822845.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Job Type:
Full Time
Requirements:
Education in Statistics, or a related field.
Experience cleaning and analyzing large datasets.
Proficiency in R or Stata.
Skills in data visualization and report writing.
Fluency in English.
Must be a citizen or permanent resident of Uganda.
Chief of Unit, Infrastructure and DevOps
Category:
ICT
Company:
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
SUMMARY:United Nations Environment Programme is seeking a Chief of Unit, Infrastructure and DevOps to lead enterprise infrastructure, cloud, platform engineering, and DevOps functions within the Chief Digital Office. The role focuses on infrastructure strategy, cloud and cybersecurity oversight, data platform leadership, team management, and coordination of UNEP-wide digital operations and standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead UNEP-wide infrastructure, cloud, platform engineering, and DevOps strategy, design, and operations.
Oversee hybrid infrastructure, cybersecurity, identity integration, and enterprise infrastructure standards and service performance.
Lead design and lifecycle management of large-scale data platforms, including data lakes, data warehouses, and data pipeline environments.
Promote infrastructure automation, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, observability, and policy-compliant deployments.
Manage infrastructure and DevOps teams, vendors, service providers, and geographically distributed ICT projects.
Coordinate with UN ICT bodies and represent UNEP on relevant committees, while supporting governance, reporting, and data-driven service improvement.
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Date Posted:
20 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
20 May 2026
Application Details:
Apply online via the UN Careers portal: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/275052?language=en
Job Type:
Professional and Higher Categories
Requirements:
Advanced university degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; a first-level university degree with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise ICT infrastructure planning, design, implementation, operation, and lifecycle management.
Experience leading infrastructure and or DevOps teams in large-scale, high-availability, secure environments, including hybrid cloud and on-premises data centres.
Experience designing, deploying, and operating complex data platforms such as data lakes or data warehouses integrating multi-source, multi-format data.
Experience in ICT strategy and governance frameworks is desirable, as is familiarity with ERP and UN or similar enterprise systems.
Additional certifications in cloud architecture, Kubernetes or containers, IT service management, information security, or DevOps or DevSecOps are desirable.
Consultant - Adaptation Monitoring and Review, Knowledge Management and Technical Advice
Category:
Physical & Environ. Sci.
Company:
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
SUMMARY: United Nations Environment Programme is seeking a consultant to support Rwanda’s National Adaptation Planning process under the Rwanda NAP project. The role focuses on adaptation monitoring and review, knowledge management, technical quality assurance, and support to project implementation and reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and operationalize a national adaptation monitoring and reporting framework aligned to the Global Goal on Adaptation framework.
Review existing monitoring systems, identify gaps, and define relevant adaptation indicators, targets, and means of verification.
Develop guidelines and training materials for use of the adaptation monitoring framework by national and subnational institutions.
Align adaptation indicators in Rwanda’s updated NDC with existing government monitoring systems and support mainstreaming into sectoral frameworks.
Provide technical review, quality assurance, and technical backstopping for project outputs, reports, field implementation, and project monitoring systems.
Support knowledge management, communications, lessons learned documentation, and reporting to project management, steering committees, and donors.
Location:
Home-Based
Date Posted:
15 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
30 Apr 2026
Application Details:
Apply online via the UN Careers portal: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/275179?language=en
Job Type:
Consultant; 15 months
Requirements:
Master’s degree in Climate Change, Environmental Science, Planning, Environmental Management, Disaster Risk Management, Natural Resources Management, Knowledge Management, Project Management, or a related field.
A first-level university degree with two additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master’s degree.
At least 2 years of experience in a senior technical position in planning and management of climate change, environmental, or natural resources management programmes in developing countries.
Solid technical knowledge of climate change adaptation planning, monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management, ecosystem-based adaptation, and climate risk management.
Previous similar experience providing technical support to complex internationally funded multilateral projects is required.
Fluency in written and spoken English and French is required.
Production Supervisor
Category:
Engineering
Company:
Soleil Power
SUMMARY: Soleil Power is seeking a Production Supervisor to support manufacturing operations at its battery production facility in Kampala. The role focuses on production planning, team leadership, process improvement, quality compliance, safety management, and performance monitoring for lithium-ion battery assembly operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and manage production plans and ensure output, yield, and timeline targets are met.
Supervise production staff and support training, performance management, and team development.
Standardize processes, improve throughput, reduce waste, and support equipment commissioning and optimization.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, testing protocols, traceability requirements, and certification processes.
Enforce health, safety, and environmental procedures and manage corrective actions on production incidents.
Monitor raw materials, storage, tooling, stock levels, and key production KPIs, and prepare reports for management.
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted:
20 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
28 Apr 2026
Application Details:
Apply via the job listing link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4401911314/
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field.
At least 8 years of experience in manufacturing or production environments.
Prior experience in battery manufacturing, electronics assembly, or similar industries.
Demonstrated experience managing production teams and scaling operations.
Strong understanding of production systems, workflow optimization, and technical documentation.
Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and basic production tracking tools.
Fintech Applications Officer
Category:
ICT
Company:
Pearl Bank Uganda
SUMMARY: Pearl Bank Uganda is seeking a Fintech Applications Officer to support the operation and maintenance of its mobile wallet and fintech applications environment. The role focuses on application uptime monitoring, incident resolution, vendor coordination, systems integration, security measures, and user support.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor fintech application uptime and performance using monitoring tools, alerts, and dashboards.
Analyze and resolve fintech application issues escalated from level 2 support and maintain resolution logs.
Coordinate with vendors on product bugs, enhancements, and issue resolution.
Manage fintech-related incidents, problems, and service desk tickets through investigation, follow-up, and closure.
Plan and implement security measures to protect fintech applications against unauthorized access or modification.
Manage and optimize fintech application integrations and gather enhancement, reporting, and data extract requirements from users.
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted:
20 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
27 Apr 2026
Application Details:
Send your cover letter, detailed CV, and copies of academic documents as one file to hr@pearlbank.com, addressed to the Chief People & Strategy Officer, Pearl Bank Uganda.
Use the job title as the email subject line.
Job Type:
Full Time
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
IT-related certification is an added advantage.
Practical training in IT-related short courses.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an IT department in a busy organization.
Advanced knowledge of dockerization, containerization, Unix/Linux, Windows, SQL, and DBMS including Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL.
Programming, scripting, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Cold Room Technician
Category:
Engineering
Company:
HMH Kuku
SUMMARY: HMH Kuku is seeking a Cold Room Technician to support maintenance and repair of refrigeration and HVAC systems in Kampala. The role focuses on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment effectiveness, and support for related electrical, plumbing, and mechanical fitting work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute repairs and preventive maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration system issues.
Provide diagnostic support for equipment faults.
Carry out maintenance activities on refrigeration and related systems.
Support overall equipment effectiveness.
Perform related electrical, plumbing, and mechanical fitting tasks where required.
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted:
20 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
26 Apr 2026
Application Details:
Send your application by email to gadyebo@yokuku.com.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning with at least 1 year of experience, or Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning with at least 3 years of experience.
Experience working with domestic freezers, coolers, and air conditioners.
Ability to perform electrical, plumbing, and mechanical fitting work.
Practical troubleshooting and maintenance skills in HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Surface Quality Surveillance Leader
Category:
Engineering
Company:
Total Energies
SUMMARY: TotalEnergies EP Uganda is seeking a Surface Quality Surveillance Leader to coordinate quality surveillance activities across the project surface perimeter. The role focuses on contractor and supplier quality oversight, surveillance planning, inspection coordination, quality reporting, and compliance with project, contractual, and HSE requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate package quality surveillance activities and ensure contractor quality activities are planned and performed in line with project requirements.
Develop package surveillance programmes and plans in coordination with package, construction, engineering, and quality managers.
Review and approve contractor quality control plans, inspection and test plans, and other quality-related documents.
Monitor contractor, supplier, vendor, and third-party QC and surveillance activities, including material traceability and certification requirements.
Analyze quality issues, follow up remedial actions, and maintain package quality indicators, surveillance reports, and weekly and monthly status reports.
Participate in audits, meetings, investigations, and site visits, and support implementation of HSE rules within the area of responsibility.
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted:
19 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
30 Apr 2026
Application Details:
Apply online via: https://app.beehire.com/invite/ffJciInFo?form=false
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Engineering degree or equivalent.
At least 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in QC or inspection within the oil and gas industry.
Relevant project experience in quality control and inspection.
Fluent English required.
Ability to coordinate contractor, supplier, and surveillance activities within a project environment.
Maintenance Controller
Category:
Engineering
Company:
Jinja Brew Uganda
SUMMARY: Jinja Brew Uganda is seeking a Maintenance Controller to coordinate activities in the E&F section across production and maintenance operations. The role focuses on equipment reliability, maintenance planning, calibration, risk management, team development, and application of VPO principles to maximize plant availability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate maintenance and production activities in the E&F section to support maximum equipment availability.
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment through risk assessments, compliance with SOPs, and housekeeping standards.
Support maintenance, calibration, repair, and optimization of plant and associated equipment.
Develop and review maintenance programmes for new and existing equipment.
Apply VPO principles, support continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with GOP requirements.
Train, coach, and develop the team through skills planning, training plans, and succession planning.
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted:
20 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
29 Apr 2026
Application Details:
Apply online via the employer’s careers portal: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/abinbev/UGA/job/Maintenance-Controller_30096955
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Minimum of a Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
At least 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing industries.
At least 2–3 years of mechanical or electrical experience with in-depth workshop knowledge.
Planning experience is required.
Knowledge of control and automation is an added advantage.
Laboratory Technician
Category:
Physical & Environ. Sci.
Company:
National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC)
SUMMARY: National Curriculum Development Centre is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support production and servicing of science laboratory equipment. The role focuses on laboratory technical support within a science and technology environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Engage in the production of science laboratory equipment.
Service science laboratory equipment.
Provide technical support in laboratory-related work.
Location:
Kampala
Date Posted:
19 Apr 2026
Date Expiring:
8 May 2026
Application Details:
Applications should be addressed to The Director/Secretary, NCDC Governing Council, P.O. Box 7002, Kampala, and hand delivered to Plot No. M838 NCDC Kyambogo.
Attach a copy of the National Identity Card, copies of appointment letters for current and previous employers, and names and contacts of three referees.
Job Type:
Full-time
Requirements:
Diploma in Science and Technology-Physics or Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology-Physics from a recognized institution.
At least 2 years of experience in a science laboratory-related field.
Age limit: 25–40 years.
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