Connections Quality Assurance Assistants _ Technical
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| Date Posted | April 27, 2026 |
| Category | Engineering Management Quality Assurance |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Currency | UGX |
Description
Background
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.
Position: Connections Quality Assurance Assistants _ Technical
Reports to: Senior Connections Officer Quality Assurance
Supervises: None
No’ of Supervisees: None
Department: Commercial and Operations Service
Duty Station: Duty Area
Job Purpose:
The quality assurance Assistant ensures that installations, materials, and workmanship meet approved technical standards, safety requirements, and organizational procedures. The role focuses on inspection, testing, documentation, and corrective follow-up to maintain high service reliability, customer and stakeholder satisfaction.
Result Areas:
1.
Field inspection of materials and connection works to verify compliance with approved standards, identify ineligibles and ensure resolution.
2.
Follow up on identified ineligibles to confirm resolution and report repeat challenges.
3.
Promote adherence to safety procedures.
4.
Work closely with field teams and contractors to clarify quality requirements
5.
Provide feedback to improve workmanship standards
6.
Documentation and reporting of findings and corrective actions
Expected Output:
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100% connection compliance rate with Independent Verification Agency reports
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Reduction in material and installation failures
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Inspection coverage and accuracy
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Reduction in ineligibles
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Timely re-imbursement of connection funds
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Compliance with safety standards
Personal Specifications:
Academic Qualifications:
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Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in field inspections, installations, or quality assurance.
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Electrical Installation skills up to 415V (ERA Permit – class C) is an added advantage.
Competencies:
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Understanding of last mile connection installation standards
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Pole climbing
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ORHVS and ORLVS training
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Defensive driving/riding