JOB DETAILS:

About Us:

UpEnergy ( www.upenergygroup.com ) brings aspirational products that save energy and
improve health within reach of low-income customers. We develop distribution channels that
sell efficient and clean technologies, primarily efficient cook stoves. We finance our growth
through the generation and marketing of carbon emissions reductions sold in Europe, Asia, and
North America.
We sell products under our SmartHome brand and through partnerships with other brands. We
operate regional distribution hubs and build distribution relationships with retailers, and
directly with customers, through the SmartHome sales force. We’ve seen 100% year on year
growth for two straight years. We now sell over 20,000 units per month that save each family
we reach about 9% of their annual income and reduce air pollution.
Globally, UpEnergy has a long track record of capturing the value of energy savings through
sales of emissions reductions. The products we sell generate UN certified carbon credits (CERs)
delivered to buyers in Europe and Asia. Our long-term carbon sales relationships have uniquely
positioned us to rapidly grow distribution. Up Energy’s team has a collective 50 years of
experience in climate finance and is at the forefront of Paris-era project finance.
The Quality control and Assurance Manager – Kampala, Uganda
We are looking for a detail-oriented Quality Control and Assurance Manager to ensure our partners
production lines run smoothly and consistently to generate a suitable output of products that meet
quality and efficiency standards. The Quality Control Manager should understand UpEnegy’s
needs and requirements and coordinate supplier efforts towards achieving quality excellence.
The ideal candidate for the Quality Control Manager position should have excellent
communication and listening skills, with strong observational, analytical, and problem-solving
skills. He or she should understand regulatory compliance and be skilled in understanding
scientific and technical data.

Roles:

• Inspecting the final product, marching them with the required standards, and approving or
rejecting those that don’t meet specifications.
• Managing quality in the entire supply chain – from the point of production, delivery,
storage, up to the point of sale.
• Devising ways to improve the manufacturing processes of all suppliers and carbon partners
to ensure high quality products.
• Devising, improving, and reviewing new specifications and procedures for products or
processes, and training staff on how to use them.
• Setting required standards for raw materials used by suppliers and monitoring compliance.
• Ensuring that legal obligations, compliance with regulatory authorities, and health and
safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Overseeing product development procedures and identifying any deviations from set
quality standards.
• Keeping accurate documentation and performing statistical / data analysis for all products.
• Devising strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency for suppliers.
• Ensuring that all products received from suppliers comply with the specified quality.
• Managing the warranty processes and finding strategies to improve effectiveness.
• Solicit feedback from customers to assess whether their requirements are being met.
• Be on the lookout for opportunities for improvement and develop new efficient procedures.
• Devise and establish the company’s quality procedures, standards, and specifications, and
review existing policies making suggestions for improvements.
• Perform any other duties as instructed by the Supervisor.

Desired qualifications and skills.

• A Bachelor’s degree in science or business-based programs.
• Experience in production or manufacturing.
• Experience in business administration may be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail, observation, organizational, and leadership skills.
• In-depth knowledge of quality control procedures and legal standards.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, and statistical methods.
• Outstanding communication and listening skills.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Proven experience as a Quality Control Manager
• Conscious and responsible
• A Certificate in quality control is an added advantage (ISO 9000 etc.)

Please email a short cover letter and resume to [email protected] . Please do not include all copies of diplomas and certificates at this time. No zip files or hard copies. Use the subject “Quality Control and Assurance Manager” in all e-mail correspondences. Posted mail applications will not be accepted. Applications will be accepted until 20th May, 2020 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. UpEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, and disability, religious or political affiliation shall have equal access to positions, limited only by their ability to perform the requirements of the job description.

Closing Date : May 20, 2020