The Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous and self-governing international University, with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries over three continents (www.aku.edu). An integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network (www.akdn.org), AKU provides higher education in several disciplines, carries out research relevant to the countries, and operates 7 hospitals and over 325 outreach clinics, all at international standards. It has close to 4,000 students and 14,000 staff. The University is both a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change. As an international institution, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact, and access.   

An excellent opportunity exists for you to join The Aga Khan University-Uganda, in the position of Safety and HAZMAT Officer. This is a full-time position based in Kampala, Uganda. 

Reporting to the Manager, Safety & Security, or designee; the Safety & HAZMAT Officer will be responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of safety protocols and hazardous materials (HAZMAT) management across the University,  hospitals, and outreach clinics in Uganda as per regulatory, accreditation and other best practice standards to create a safe and healthy environment for patients, staff, students, contractors, visitors and all that are legally present in the facility. He/she will conduct annual risk assessments on all campus and properties in Uganda, and provide all required training for Safety, Fire Safety, and Hazmat. 

• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and comprehensive risk assessments across all AKU properties in Uganda.

• Participate in pre-construction, during-construction, and post-construction risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure safety compliance throughout all phases of construction and renovation projects.

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate training programs on Occupational Health & Safety (OSHA compliance), Fire Safety, and HAZMAT handling, tailored for staff, contractors, and stakeholders.

• Maintain updated HAZMAT inventories, safety data sheets (SDS), and ensure proper storage, labelling, transportation, and disposal of hazardous substances.

• Respond promptly and effectively to fire, chemical spills, exposure incidents, and other safety emergencies, including coordination of emergency response plans.

• Enforce safety standards in alignment with AKU policies, national regulations (e.g., Ministry of Health, National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)), and international accreditations like JCIA.

• Investigate incidents and near-misses, generate reports, and recommend corrective measures.

• Actively participate in and support safety committees, policy reviews, and emergency preparedness drills.