Job Title: Fresher Officer Research & Development – Uganda Communications Commission Jobs 2021
Organization: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Duty Station: Kampala
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Profile:
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) was established to implement the provisions of The UCC Act 2013 Laws of Uganda with a principal goal of developing a modern communications sub-sector and Infrastructure in Uganda, in conformity with the operationalization of the Telecommunications Policy.
Job Profile:
The Officer Research & Development will provide technical support to the research unit in research, project coordination, documentation and dissemination of information.
Roles and responsibilities:
- To conduct basic data collection and entry within the Unit in strict adherence to research protocols.
- To provide day-to-day technical support to the supervisor on ongoing research projects ensuring work plans and timelines are met and that data quality is high;
- To participate in basic and background research in projects in the unit by identifying appropriate research techniques and methods that can support the research team;
- To participate in the preparation of research instruments, data analysis, report writing and dissemination of on-going research findings in a timely manner;
- To proactively initiate and or participate in the writing of proposals to donors to secure extra funding for research and service development processes;
- To conduct research and provide input to papers on varied subjects as defined by Management from time to time for use by the Commission.
- To participate in the conduct of feasibility studies, market research and intelligence on current and new innovations in the communication sector and generate reports, in line with the department’s work plan.
- To co-ordinate responses to external and internal research inquiries from colleagues, government departments and agencies as well as the general public;
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications
- The ideal candidate for the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Officer Research & Development job placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Social Sciences or related field.
- At least two years of hands-on relevant experience in the field of socio-economic research and service or product development in a similar corporate environment and reputable organization.
- Previous experience at a senior level will be an added advantage.
- Proficiency in STATA, SPSS and Advanced Excel;
- Proficiency in Research Methods, Product and service development processes;
- Information and data management.
- Business Alignment.
- Proficiency in the use of offline and online data collection tools
- High degree of Integrity;
- Excellent research and report writing skills;
- Ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation;
- Good interpersonal and communication skills;
- Good presentation skills and must be able to meet set deadlines.
How To Apply for Uganda Communications Commission Jobs 2021
All interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications through the link below.
Closing Date: 17th March 2021
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