EXAMS TO BE CONDUCTED

1. Psychometric Test
2. Written Examination
3. Oral Interview

REPORTS TO

Data Observations, Quality Control and Processing Division Manager

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. track the state of the atmosphere on different time scales

• Observe, record, and transmit meteorological data from weather observation stations according to Standard Operating Procedures.

• keep hard and soft copies of weather observation data in the recommended formats and processes.

• keep meteorological stations and instruments in good working condition.

• Perform quality checks at station level and during data transmission.

• produce and transmit climatology reports (weekly, monthly, and annually).

• deliver real-time weather observation updates to the forecasting office.

• Enter weather data into logbooks as required by Quality Management Systems (QMS).

• Report any changes in station metadata to the supervisor.

• perform data entry using the CLIMSOFT data management system.

• Perform basic calibration of instruments at the base station.

• Immediately report any instrument malfunction to the Observation Supervisor at Headquarters.

1. Representation and Stakeholder Engagement

• Receive and document visitors at assigned weather stations.

• keep engagement with stakeholders for regular weather updates.

• keep good relationships with cooperative observers and users in the area.

• Report service requirements or changes to the supervisor.

1. Ensure Data Quality and Station Integrity

• Perform quality checks on all observed meteorological data.

• Ensure instruments are functioning properly at all times.

• Complete and transmit daily electronic observation logs to headquarters.

• Ensure proper maintenance of both manual and automatic weather stations.

• Consult WMO technical manuals and guidelines for observation standards.

• Report all technical or operational irregularities immediately in writing.

RELEVANT NOTE

Candidates with degrees or diplomas in non-meteorological fields must hold a professional/technical certificate in Meteorology from a recognized WMO institution or have at least 2 years of relevant experience in meteorological observations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Meteorology – 0 Years Experience

• Degree in Atmospheric Science – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Meteorology – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrometeorology – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agrometeorology – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physics – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture – 0 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Climatology – 0 Years Experience

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Resource management skills

• Problem-solving skills

• Decision-making skills

• Time management skills

• Risk management skills

• Digital literacy skills

• Ability to keep meteorological instruments in working condition

• Ability to collect, record, transmit, and oversee observation data

• Ability to assist observers and track station performance

• Ability to perform weather observations

• Analytical and result-oriented skills

• Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English, and/or French (knowledge of all is an advantage)

PSYCHOMETRIC LANGUAGE

• English

PSYCHOMETRIC DOMAINS

• Problem Solving

• Decision Making

• Analytical Skills

• Time Management

• Clear and Effective Communication

Deadline: June 25, 2026