Senior Connections Officer _ Quality Assurance
2026-04-27T05:52:29+00:00
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
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https://www.uedcl.co.ug/
FULL_TIME
Duty Area
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Professional Services
Science & Engineering, Business Operations, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Management
2026-05-08T17:00:00+00:00
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Background
The Senior Connections Officer â Quality Assurance is responsible for ensuring that all connection works meet approved technical standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational quality benchmarks. The role safeguards the integrity, safety, and reliability of connection installations through inspections, audits, process improvement, and continuous monitoring of field activities.
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks. The company sales and distributes electricity in Uganda as per ERA License issued on 31 December 2024 covering over 135 political districts, operates a modern pole plant at Lugogo, and executes key rural electrification schemes on behalf of the Government of Uganda.
UEDCL is seeking to recruit qualified, competent and highly motivated Ugandans to fill the following positions;
Responsibilities
Quality Control & Inspection
Conduct routine and targeted inspections of connection materials and installations to verify compliance with approved regulatory standards, and safety procedures. Identify non- conformities and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Process monitoring and improvement
Monitor quality of works and recommend improvement measures, analyze recurring installation defects and implement preventive strategies while promoting best practices in connection delivery.
Contractors and field activities oversight
Evaluate workmanship of contractors and field teams, provide feedback and technical guidance to improve installation quality and conduct contractor performance assessments.
Reporting and documentation
Prepare quality inspection reports and compliance summaries with accurate records of audits, findings, and corrective actions.
Risk and safety assurance
Identify safety risks associated with connection works, support enforcement of safety standards and incident prevention, and participate in investigations of quality- related failures.
Capacity building
Train field staff and contractors on quality standards and procedures to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Expected Output:
100% connection compliance rate with Independent Verification Agency reports
Reduction in material and installation failures
Timely re-imbursement of connection funds
Integrity and safety compliance of connection processes.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline.
Membership in recognized professional bodies such as UIPE and ERB is an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in utility operations, inspections, or quality assurance.
Experience supervising technical field work is desirable.
Competencies
Strong understanding of technical standards and QA processes
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Inspection and audit capability
Communication and reporting skills
Integrity and accountability
- Conduct routine and targeted inspections of connection materials and installations to verify compliance with approved regulatory standards, and safety procedures.
- Identify non- conformities and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Monitor quality of works and recommend improvement measures.
- Analyze recurring installation defects and implement preventive strategies while promoting best practices in connection delivery.
- Evaluate workmanship of contractors and field teams.
- Provide feedback and technical guidance to improve installation quality.
- Conduct contractor performance assessments.
- Prepare quality inspection reports and compliance summaries with accurate records of audits, findings, and corrective actions.
- Identify safety risks associated with connection works.
- Support enforcement of safety standards and incident prevention.
- Participate in investigations of quality- related failures.
- Train field staff and contractors on quality standards and procedures to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Strong understanding of technical standards and QA processes
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Inspection and audit capability
- Communication and reporting skills
- Integrity and accountability
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline.
- Membership in recognized professional bodies such as UIPE and ERB is an added advantage.
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Vacancy title:
Senior Connections Officer _ Quality Assurance
Jobs at:
Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, May 8 2026
Duty Station:
Duty Area | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 27 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Background
The Senior Connections Officer â Quality Assurance is responsible for ensuring that all connection works meet approved technical standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational quality benchmarks. The role safeguards the integrity, safety, and reliability of connection installations through inspections, audits, process improvement, and continuous monitoring of field activities.
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a limited liability company incorporated in Uganda under the Companies Act. UEDCL owns the 33KV and below voltage electricity distribution networks. The company sales and distributes electricity in Uganda as per ERA License issued on 31 December 2024 covering over 135 political districts, operates a modern pole plant at Lugogo, and executes key rural electrification schemes on behalf of the Government of Uganda.
UEDCL is seeking to recruit qualified, competent and highly motivated Ugandans to fill the following positions;
Responsibilities
Quality Control & Inspection
Conduct routine and targeted inspections of connection materials and installations to verify compliance with approved regulatory standards, and safety procedures. Identify non- conformities and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Process monitoring and improvement
Monitor quality of works and recommend improvement measures, analyze recurring installation defects and implement preventive strategies while promoting best practices in connection delivery.
Contractors and field activities oversight
Evaluate workmanship of contractors and field teams, provide feedback and technical guidance to improve installation quality and conduct contractor performance assessments.
Reporting and documentation
Prepare quality inspection reports and compliance summaries with accurate records of audits, findings, and corrective actions.
Risk and safety assurance
Identify safety risks associated with connection works, support enforcement of safety standards and incident prevention, and participate in investigations of quality- related failures.
Capacity building
Train field staff and contractors on quality standards and procedures to promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Expected Output:
100% connection compliance rate with Independent Verification Agency reports
Reduction in material and installation failures
Timely re-imbursement of connection funds
Integrity and safety compliance of connection processes.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline.
Membership in recognized professional bodies such as UIPE and ERB is an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in utility operations, inspections, or quality assurance.
Experience supervising technical field work is desirable.
Competencies
Strong understanding of technical standards and QA processes
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Inspection and audit capability
Communication and reporting skills
Integrity and accountability
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Application information:
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To apply, upload your CV (Clearly indicating 3 referees with contacts), Cover letter and all copies of academic and other support documents. Put the job title on the subject line. Only applications received online will be considered.
Address your Application to:
The Head Human Resource and Administration, UEDCL Tower, Plot 37 Nakasero Road, Kampala.
Closing Date:
All applications MUST be submitted by Friday, May 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.