Principal Technical Adviser at the Management Sciences for Health in Uganda

Job Title: Principal Technical Adviser.
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international organization.
Responsibilities
• Work closely with the COP to develop and implement work plans for assigned project area.
• In Coordination with the COP provide technical guidance to subcontractors, defining their on-going technical roles in the project related to central supply agency system strengthening .
Qualifications;
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in business , pharmacy , public health with emphasis in supply chain management ; advanced degrees preferred
• At least 7 years experience in supply chain system assessment approaches and tools ; policy reform related to health supply chain systems including health financing product selection ,forecasting, quantification methods and tools ; procurement processes , inventory control ; distribution systems and management information systems
How to apply;
All applicants should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Partner –MHS,
Plot 15 Princess Ann Drive Bugolobi.
P. O. Box 71419, Kampala
Deadline: 28th January 2013.

Head of Procurement and Disposal Unit Job Vacancy at National Social Security Fund in Uganda

Job Title: Head of Procurement and Disposal unit.
National Social Security Fund.
Qualifications;
• Bachelors degree in Procurement /purchasing and Supply or any other related field.
• Professional qualification in Procurement /Purchasing and Supply.
• Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and supply MCIPS.
Experience;
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in a similar position with at least 3 years at senior management level.
Competencies
• Thorough and proven understanding of PPDA procedures and guidelines.
• Experience in supplier sourcing , documentation, evaluation and selection.
• Experience in negotiating high value strategic agreements .
How to apply;
The Ag Head of Human Resources,
P. O. Box 7140 Kampala or hand deliver you applications to our head office , Workers house , Plot 1, Pilkington Road at the Reception on 14th Floor
Deadline: 4th February 2013.

Programs Manager Job Vacancy at African Palliative Care Association in Uganda

Job Title: Programs Manager.
The African Palliative Care Association (APCA) is a young dynamic and fast growing non-governmental organization registered in Uganda with an Africa-wide mandate to promote and support access to affordable and culturally appropriate palliative care services for people.
Education
• The person is expected to hold a Masters degree in Social Sciences , Development studies or any other disciplines relevant to Program Development , Planning and Management from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
Experience;
• 5 years experience in Programs development and management as well as experience in basic financial management and with proven experience of working in Africa and a track record of effective management of PEPFAR/USAID funded programs in a reputable organization.
• Knowledge and experience of program management in health related NGOs is an added advantage .
How to apply;
Please send your full CV, covering letter , copies of academic certificates and the names of two referees to jobs@africanpalliativecare.org addressed to:
Executive Director ,African Palliative Care Association,
P. O. Box 72518, Kampala, Uganda
ifor@africanpalliativecare.org
Deadline: 27th January 2013.

Grants and Fundraising Manager Job Vacancy at African Palliative Care Association in Uganda

Job Title: Grants and Fundraising Manager.

The African Palliative Care Association (APCA) is a young dynamic and fast growing non-governmental organization registered in Uganda with an Africa-wide mandate to promote and support access to affordable and culturally appropriate palliative care services for people.
Responsibilities
• Participating in the strategic analysis and planning processes that result in the development of implementation plans and budgets for APCA activities ; in particular , analyzing the resourcing and partnership implications of plans and identifying possible new sources of funds and collaborations.
• Implementation and review of APCAs suitability framework, developing and implementing an annual fundraising strategy , identifying and maximizing opportunities to generating and securing both restricted and un restricted funding for APCA
Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in a development related field.
• At least 5 years experience in Grants and fundraising management.
• Proven experience in corporate , trust and event fundraising.
• Proven record of raising funds
How to apply;
Please send your full CV, covering letter , copies of academic certificates and the names of two referees to jobs@africanpalliativecare.org addressed to:
Executive Director ,African Palliative Care Association,
P. O. Box 72518, Kampala, Uganda
ifor@africanpalliativecare.org
Deadline: 27th January 2013.

Human Resource Manager Job Vacancy at Pearl Micro finance Limited in Uganda

Job Title: Human Resource Manager.
Pearl Micro finance Company Ltd (PEARL)
Roles;
• Report to the executive director , develop and implement company’s human resources strategies that are aligned to the corporate strategy of pearl micro finance.
• Coordinate selection , recruitment , induction and placement of staff in the company.
• Give advice , guidance and support regarding HR matters to top management and staff in general.

Requirements:
• The candidate should be a self starter with a minimum of 2 years working experience in senior human resource management position.
• Work experience in a reputable organization or a similar micro Finance institution with tangible delivered results.
• University degree holder with a Bachelor’s in Human resources management
How to apply:
To apply,send CV to;
The Head of Human Resources
Pearl Micro finance Ltd, Plot 220, Karerwe Gayaza Road,
P. O. Box 36259, Kampala, Uganda.
Deadline: 25th January 2013.

Manager Monitoring and Evaluation Job Vacancy at the Micro finance Support Centre Limited in Uganda

Job Title: Manager Monitoring & Evaluation.
The Micro finance Support Centre Limited MSC is a Government of Uganda owned company.
• MSC offers affordable financial and Business Development services with a goal to maximize outreach and deliver demand driven credit.
• The credit is offered through loan funds and loan products that support the agricultural production value chain namely; production,value addition and marketing.
How to apply:
To apply,send CV to;
The Executive Director,
The Micro finance Support Centre Limited ,
Plot 46, Windsor Crescent-off Acacia Avenue
P. O. Box 33711 Kampala
Deadline: 31 January 2013.

Education Officer Job Vacancy at UNICEF in Uganda

Job Title: Education Officer (Child Friendly School)

Grade: NOB
Duty Station: Kampala
Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:
Under the close supervision of the Education specialist (Child Friendly School), the incumbent will contribute to the CFS programme planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programme/project activities.
The incumbent will coordinate with programme partners on programme feasibility and effectiveness and undertake follow-up action on CFS programme implementation activities; Collect and analyse programme data and prepare programme status reports as required; Assist in the preparation of the Country programme recommendation; Participates in capacity building for those involved in the programme.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:

• University degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in education programme design, administration, monitoring and evaluation, or a related field.

• Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.
• Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity

• Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results
• Functional Competencies (Required): Formulating Strategies and Concepts; Analyzing; Applying Technical Expertise; Learning and Researching; Planning and Organizing

Eligibility Criteria:
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply;
Eligibility Criteria:
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_Mukasa Application.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for applications is 29 January, 2013. Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:
Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,
Plot 9, George Street,
P.O. Box 7047, Kampala-Uganda.
Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org

Inspector of Schools Job Vacancy at Iganga District Service Commision in Uganda

JOB TITLE: INSPECTOR OF SCHOOLS.

REF: DSC/156/02
SALARY SCALE: U4

REPORTS TO: Senior Inspector of Schools

Job Purpose:
To inspect and support the enforcement of educational standards.

Key Outputs:
i. Periodic inspection of schools carried out;
ii. Support supervision to teachers provided;
iii. Teachers’ performance monitored;
iv. Minimum Educational standards enforced;
v. Inspection reports prepared; and
vi. Teachers guided and counseled.

Person Specifications:
(i) Qualifications

• Should hold an Honors Bachelors Degree with Education from a recognized university or institution.
How to Apply;
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fi ll the following vacant posts in Iganga District Local Government. Interested persons should obtain application forms PSC Form 3 (Revised 2008) in triplicate from the Secretaries of District Service Commissions. Serving Officers should route their applications through their heads of department. Handwritten applications are also accepted.

Only photocopies of academic qualifications should be certified. CVs and any other relevant documents, as well as recent passport size photographs should be attached to each form. Closing date will be 4 weeks from date of advert.

Applications should be addressed to the Secretary District Service Commission Iganga District P.O. Box 358, Iganga.

Communication Specialist Job Vacancy at UNICEF in Uganda

Job Title: Communication Specialist.

Grade: NOC

Duty Station: Kampala
Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:
Under the general guidance of the Chief of Communication, the incumbent will be responsible for the conceptualization, planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation of an advocacy and communication strategy to promote respect for children’s and women’s rights in the public domain and strengthen political will in support of UNICEF’s mission in the country.

The incumbent will develop partnerships with individuals, groups and organizations whose support is essential to the achievement of advocacy and communication objectives and strengthen their capacity;

Act as focal point for adopting and disseminating advocacy materials and managing their production and distribution and participate in global advocacy activities to facilitate global/regional advocacy and mobilisation of resources.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:

• Advanced University degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations; or an equivalent professional work experience in the communication area, combined with an advanced university degree in a related discipline.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in communication, print and broadcast media or interactive digital media, of which two years should be in developing countries.
• Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.
• Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity
• Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results
• Functional Competencies (Required): Leading and Supervising; Formulating Strategies and Concepts; Relating and Networking; Persuading and Influencing; Applying Technical Expertise; Entrepreneurial Thinking

Eligibility Criteria:
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_ MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply;
Closing date for applications is 29 January, 2013. Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:
Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,
Plot 9, George Street,
P.O. Box 7047, Kampala-Uganda.
Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org

Child Protection Officer Job Vacancy at UNICEF in Uganda

Job Title: Child Protection Officer.

Grade: NOB
Duty Station: Kampala.
Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:
Under the guidance of the Child Protection Specialist, Violence against Children, the incumbent will be responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of assigned programme/projects within the Child Protection Sector by: Contributing to data analysis and progress reporting; Providing technical input and community level experience to government and inter-agency policy development and review; Enhancing of teamwork and capacity building of government counterparts in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy.

The incumbent will work closely with other programme sectors supporting the section had to ensure linkages across sectors in programming for vulnerable children.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:

• University degree in the social sciences, law or child development.

• Two years of progressively relevant professional work experience at the national level in programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Child Protection Programmes or related field.

• Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in related fields Negotiating, advocacy, and training skills.

• Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.

• Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity

• Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results

Functional Competencies (Required): Formulating;
 Strategies and Concepts, Analyzing, Applying Technical Expertise, Learning and Researching, Planning and Organizing.
Eligibility Criteria:
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_ MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply;
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date for applications is 29 January, 2013. Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:
Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,
Plot 9, George Street,
P.O. Box 7047, Kampala-Uganda.
Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org

Programme Assistant Job Vacancy at UNICEF in Uganda

Job Title: Programme Assistant.

Grade: GS 5

Duty Station: Kampala.
Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed Term Appointment (One year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:

Under close supervision and technical guidance of the Chief of Learning, the incumbent will assist in collecting information on subject-matter activities of the country or area; Maintain, prepare documentation and correspondence pertaining to programme activities, making necessary abstracts and computations; Maintain and keep control plans on the status of projects at the formulation, implementation and operational stages; Prepare background material, working papers and tables for briefing and review sessions; Carry out specific budget operational tasks for activities related to the section’s projects implementation; Summarise information reflecting current obligations and future programme and budgetary implications; Carry out specific operational/control tasks for programme implementation.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:
• Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by formal training in relevant courses in Business Administration/Management/Project administration/ Database management.
• Five years of office experience, including record-keeping and processing of information, of which at least one year is closely related to support of programme activities.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Aptitude for figures and accuracy.
• Computer skills, including internet navigation and use of various MS Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
• Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity
• Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results
•Functional Competencies (Required): Analyzing; Learning and Researching; Planning and Organizing ; Following instructions and Procedures

Eligibility Criteria:
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply;
ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered.
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for applications is 29 January, 2013. Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:
Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,
Plot 9, George Street,
P.O. Box 7047, Kampala-Uganda.
Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org

Monitoring Specialist Job Vacancy at UNICEF in Uganda

Job Title: Monitoring Specialist.

Duty Station: Kampala.

Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One Year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:
Under the supervision of the Deputy Representative, and in close collaboration with the Head of the Planning Unit and all the Section Chiefs, the incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the planning, formulation, design, and implementation of the Integrated Monitoring Plan meets the overall Programme and situation monitoring need of the country office, including equity-focused and bottleneck-based monitoring approach.

The incumbent will be responsible for introduction of any new monitoring frameworks; design of the country Programme logical framework for monitoring; and design of major statistical analysis as may be needed by the country office. Provides technical support to partners on design and implementation of national population-based surveys; prepares data-driven Programme status reports and identifies capacity development needs for the purpose of strengthening national capacity for Programme and situation monitoring.
Analyzes and evaluates data to ensure achievement of results and recommends corrective action.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:
Advanced university degree in Statistics, demography, development planning, Social sciences or a related technical field.
Eight years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme and situation monitoring.
Must have proven experience in design and implementation national social development surveys, such as DHS/MICS and management of national social data banks and conducting situation analysis on children and women.
Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.
Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity
Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results
Functional Competencies (Required): Leading and Supervising; Formulating Strategies and Concepts; Analyzing;
Applying Technical Expertise; Planning and Organizing

Eligibility Criteria:
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Research/Early Warning Systems Specialist Job Vacancy in Uganda

Job Title:Research/Early warning Systems Specialist.

Reports to: Manager, Content and Services.

Job Summary: The Researcher - Early warning systems will be responsible for creating research intelligence and establishing research linkages to ensure that products and services provided to farmers are well founded with strong linkage to Ag extension.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Establish & strengthen linkages between GF and research institutions like NARO, NaCRRI, IFPRI, FAO, NARL, ICRISAT, CIMMYAT, ASARECA, CGIAR etc. as well as the different ZARDs as sources of content and new improved technologies
 Source, assess & refine appropriate technologies generated by the research scientists in the different research institutes or ZARDIs and private organizations to be disseminated to farmers
 Conduct field diagnostic (problem-solving) visits, identify the field problems and propose appropriate intervention
 Support the development of diagnostic tools
 Carry out research on the key enterprises or activities based on region or district, season and farmer interest
 Develop crop calendars for the selected enterprises in the different regions leading to EWS for the different crop enterprises
 Source and supply need based scientific or popular information to the FCC agents on the different enterprises for re-packaging & dissemination to farmers
 Strengthen the Farmer-Extension-Research interaction model through feedback analysis to design action points
 Carry out monthly trends analysis for the farmer/customer queries & document findings and alert the supervisor of the trends in customer calls and assist in developing FAQs
 Establish and maintain professional and functional working relationships with partners involved in EWS like UDOM, ITU (international Telecommunications Union)-UCC, IFPRI, FAO, MAAIF (Development of National Early Warning System (DEWS) project, FEWSNET etc. to develop EWS for farmers
 Assessing and analyzing existing early warning systems, policies and practice, both on national level and in the target areas or districts.
 Support the setting up of farmer groups and selecting of model farmers in the selected regions to drive adoption
 Document key learning from farmers and research on local technologies used by the farmers
 Provide technical trainings to FCC agents, CKWs and farmers on the new agriculture appropriate technologies, pest & disease diagnostics etc.
 Support in-field content prototyping and participate in the collection of feedback for content improvement
 Designing & development of research questionnaires/ surveys on content usability and feedback analysis from CKWs, farmers and other clients
 Answer to farmer queries as may be required by the FCC agents or identify escalation points for complicated farmer queries

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 Has a deep commitment to eradication of poverty and alignment with Grameen Foundation’s mission
 Believes in the potential to leverage information and communication technology (ICTs) to promote agriculture
 Is able to think creatively about the commercial side of extension product development
 Has strong written and oral communication skills/ ability to speak several local languages is a big plus

Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and a post graduate in extension services/ agribusiness or related field.
 2+ years’ experience of practical research.
 Experience in development economics research would be a valuable assets;
 Knowledge of, and experience in, the application of good agricultural Practices
 Ability to take initiative and work without constant supervision
 Knowledge and practical work experience in the field of agricultural extension, farm advisory work and/or small farmer training and development.

How to Apply:
Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.
1. Send an Application letter and CV/Resume.
2. Merge these two documents into one document in either word or pdf format.
3. Do not attach or send any scanned documents, these are sometimes too large for our inbox.
4. Include the job title and/or reference number in the subject line of the email address and send your application by email to grameenjobs@nftconsult.com
5. Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.
Deadline 28th Jan 2013.