Minimum QualificationApplicants should be Ugandans holding; EITHER (i) An Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Meteorology; or Atmospheric Science plus a Masters Degree in Meteorology; or Atmospheric Sciences from a recognized University/Institution. OR (i) An Honors Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics; or Mathematics; or Statistics; or Hydrology; or Computer Science; or Agriculture plus a Post-Graduate Diploma in Meteorology from a recognized University/Institution. (ii) A Masters Degree in Meteorology; or Atmospheric Sciences from a recognized University/ Institution.Working ExperienceApplicants should have a minimum of six (6) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which should have been served at the level of Senior Meteorologist in Government.Duties

The incumbent will be responsible to the Assistant Commissioner – Weather Forecasting Services for performing the following duties:-

–        Supervising major meteorological units and data collecting centers and ensuring timely receipt and archival of Weather and Climate data;

–        Coordinating development and periodic review of technical procedures for preparation and issuance of routine meteorological data, reports, and information needed for meteorological services;

–        Managing timely issuance of weather and climate forecasts and other relevant meteorological information for different stakeholders;

–        Ensuring that the meteorological offices maintain the quality of meteorological information and services provided;

–        Identifying partnerships with various organizations for resource mobilization, public education and outreach;

–        Developing, evaluating and improving meteorological and hydro meteorological, agro-meteorological and bio-meteorological forecasting models and techniques;

–        Coordinating, monitoring and issuing Early Warnings alerts and advisories on adverse weather phenomena;

–        Carrying out research in climate variability, climate change, interaction of weather with humans, plants, soils, livestock and environment;

–        Designing and conducting regular maintenance of suitable computer programs for data processing;

–        Identifying suitable software packages for meteorological data management including processing, archival and retrieval;

–        Supervising and appraising staff;