Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist
Employer: Aga Khan Health Service
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: : 9th August 2013
Job Details;
The Aga Khan University in conjunction with the Aga Khan Health Service in Uganda invites applications for the following positions based in Kampala. Uganda.
Job Summary:
Medical Laboratory Technologist Reporting to the Outreach Services Manager, the Medical Laboratory Technologist will be responsible for provision of effective, efficient quality laboratory services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
•Receive specimens for analysis and conduct tests as per client's request;
•Ensure cost-effective utilization of reagents;
•Ensure all urgent and abnormal results are communicated to users;
•Maintain accurate records of test;
•Participate in the implementation of quality control programmes:
•Conduct routine and specialized analysis of tests as per approved procedures:
•Prepare timely and accurate test reports.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The Job holders should possess a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized Institution.
•At least five (5) years relevant working experience and must be registered by the Allied Health Professional's Council with a valid practicing license.
How to Apply:
All suitable job applicants should send an application with a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and copies of academic and professional certificates and addresses (postal and email) of three referees to the: The Manager, Recruitment, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. P. O. Box 30270-00100, NAIROBI, KENYA: hr.recruitment@aku.edu. For more information please visit www.aku.edu.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Friday 2 August 2013
Planning Specialist Jobs at United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Uganda
Job Title: Planning Specialist
Job No.: E-VN-2013-001414
Employer: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 5th August, 2013
Job Summary:
The Planning Specialist will offer lleadership to the Planning Section and guidance to the PCR Managers, Chiefs of Field Offices, Zonal and Sectoral specialists on all aspects of the country programme needs for planning, monitoring and evaluation, including those related to UN Delivering-as-One in Uganda. Work closely with the Chief of Social Policy and Evaluation to ensure timely implementation of all planned studies, assessments and evaluations during the country programme period, including the MTR, rolling situation analysis and end of cycle evaluation, and integration of results/outcome in the rolling work plans and budgets, and annual programme progress and other reports.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Keep continuously abreast with the situation of children and women in Uganda, and ensure collection, analysis and dissemination of updated data and information on child survival, protection and development in the country, with emphasis on updated human rights-based district specific situation analysis for the 58 UNICEF districts for additional emphasis.
• Ensure continuous flow of information on the situation to the Dep. Rep, the Representative and the PCR Managers for policy development, planning, advocacy and resource mobilization.
• Provide substantive technical support to the Deputy Representative for the new country programme process, including preparation of strategy note, country programme document (CPD), country programme plan of action (CPAP) and coordination of UNICEF inputs to the UN Country Assessment, UNDAF strategies/outcomes or UNDAF Action Plan and Joint Programmes, ensuring coherence with UNICEF CPD/CPAP and emerging needs of children.
• Responsible for the development and continuous updating of HRAP based planning and monitoring guidelines for the country programme and ensure that they also reflect decentralization of government planning procedures, participatory planning approaches and indicators for community and district monitoring. Ensure timely preparation and integration of UNICEF inputs into the District Development Plans for the 58 districts of additional emphasis, GOU Sector plans and UNICEF/GOU Rolling Work Plans for both districts and nationwide support.
• Ensure synchronization of the UNICEF support with the GOU planning cycles.
• Provide guidance and procedures to the area programme managers and project officers, districts on all aspects of program planning and monitoring according to UNICEF’s, policies, guidelines and operational procedures, especially those specifically developed for the CP.
• Ensure timely implementation and effective monitoring of UNICEF inputs (cash, supply, contract, training, and travel) and participate in quarterly and annual reviews and planning exercises for the 58 districts supported by the CP on a rotating basis and the national level meetings when needed.
• Undertake frequent CP monitoring visits to the 58 districts to assess the effectiveness and cost efficiency of UNICEF assistance to the districts for planning monitoring and adjustment of strategies and approaches.
• Ensure establishment of an effective district based monitoring system for regular assessment of community and district specific targets and outcomes related to CP goals and ensure linkage between lower government and district and national monitoring systems.
• Establish capacity building monitoring system at district level which reflects UNICEF’s contribution to the individual districts in terms of training, management support, communication and logistics and other items which are supposed to enhance and facilitate country programme implementation.
• Provide backstopping to the Reports Specialist to ensure timely submission of donor, progress and any other reports requested by the Deputy Representative or the Representative’s office
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should hold an advanced university degree in Social Sciences or other related field.
• Eight years of relevant work experience at the national and international levels in social development, management, monitoring and evaluation.
• Fluency in English and another UN language. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
Personal Competencies:
• Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
• Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
• Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
• Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
• Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.
• Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
• Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of individuals across organizational departments.
• Contributes and tries out innovative approaches and insights.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.
How to Apply:
If interested in working with UNICEF Uganda in the above portfolio, Please visit the web link below to review job requirements and if satisfied Click Apply Here on this page
Job No.: E-VN-2013-001414
Employer: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 5th August, 2013
Job Summary:
The Planning Specialist will offer lleadership to the Planning Section and guidance to the PCR Managers, Chiefs of Field Offices, Zonal and Sectoral specialists on all aspects of the country programme needs for planning, monitoring and evaluation, including those related to UN Delivering-as-One in Uganda. Work closely with the Chief of Social Policy and Evaluation to ensure timely implementation of all planned studies, assessments and evaluations during the country programme period, including the MTR, rolling situation analysis and end of cycle evaluation, and integration of results/outcome in the rolling work plans and budgets, and annual programme progress and other reports.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Keep continuously abreast with the situation of children and women in Uganda, and ensure collection, analysis and dissemination of updated data and information on child survival, protection and development in the country, with emphasis on updated human rights-based district specific situation analysis for the 58 UNICEF districts for additional emphasis.
• Ensure continuous flow of information on the situation to the Dep. Rep, the Representative and the PCR Managers for policy development, planning, advocacy and resource mobilization.
• Provide substantive technical support to the Deputy Representative for the new country programme process, including preparation of strategy note, country programme document (CPD), country programme plan of action (CPAP) and coordination of UNICEF inputs to the UN Country Assessment, UNDAF strategies/outcomes or UNDAF Action Plan and Joint Programmes, ensuring coherence with UNICEF CPD/CPAP and emerging needs of children.
• Responsible for the development and continuous updating of HRAP based planning and monitoring guidelines for the country programme and ensure that they also reflect decentralization of government planning procedures, participatory planning approaches and indicators for community and district monitoring. Ensure timely preparation and integration of UNICEF inputs into the District Development Plans for the 58 districts of additional emphasis, GOU Sector plans and UNICEF/GOU Rolling Work Plans for both districts and nationwide support.
• Ensure synchronization of the UNICEF support with the GOU planning cycles.
• Provide guidance and procedures to the area programme managers and project officers, districts on all aspects of program planning and monitoring according to UNICEF’s, policies, guidelines and operational procedures, especially those specifically developed for the CP.
• Ensure timely implementation and effective monitoring of UNICEF inputs (cash, supply, contract, training, and travel) and participate in quarterly and annual reviews and planning exercises for the 58 districts supported by the CP on a rotating basis and the national level meetings when needed.
• Undertake frequent CP monitoring visits to the 58 districts to assess the effectiveness and cost efficiency of UNICEF assistance to the districts for planning monitoring and adjustment of strategies and approaches.
• Ensure establishment of an effective district based monitoring system for regular assessment of community and district specific targets and outcomes related to CP goals and ensure linkage between lower government and district and national monitoring systems.
• Establish capacity building monitoring system at district level which reflects UNICEF’s contribution to the individual districts in terms of training, management support, communication and logistics and other items which are supposed to enhance and facilitate country programme implementation.
• Provide backstopping to the Reports Specialist to ensure timely submission of donor, progress and any other reports requested by the Deputy Representative or the Representative’s office
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should hold an advanced university degree in Social Sciences or other related field.
• Eight years of relevant work experience at the national and international levels in social development, management, monitoring and evaluation.
• Fluency in English and another UN language. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
Personal Competencies:
• Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
• Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
• Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
• Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.
• Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.
• Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
• Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of individuals across organizational departments.
• Contributes and tries out innovative approaches and insights.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.
How to Apply:
If interested in working with UNICEF Uganda in the above portfolio, Please visit the web link below to review job requirements and if satisfied Click Apply Here on this page
Jobs in Uganda at Catalyst East Africa - Admin/PA
Job Title: Admin/PA
Employer: Catalyst East Africa
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 10th August, 2013
Job Details;
Catalyst East Africa is seeking to recruit several established, experienced and successful Admin/PA
Job Summary:
The Admin/PA should be a bright individual who can work across a number of functions from administrative tasks, front desk and act as a personal assistant to the Director.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•You must have an excellent command of written and spoken English.
•Previous experience is desirable but not essential.
•This is a paid position.
How to Apply:
The candidate should send us a detailed CV with a brief statement of why you wish to become a bid write to: catalysteastafrica@gmail.com.
Employer: Catalyst East Africa
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 10th August, 2013
Job Details;
Catalyst East Africa is seeking to recruit several established, experienced and successful Admin/PA
Job Summary:
The Admin/PA should be a bright individual who can work across a number of functions from administrative tasks, front desk and act as a personal assistant to the Director.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•You must have an excellent command of written and spoken English.
•Previous experience is desirable but not essential.
•This is a paid position.
How to Apply:
The candidate should send us a detailed CV with a brief statement of why you wish to become a bid write to: catalysteastafrica@gmail.com.
Area Coordinator Jobs at Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED) in Uganda
Job Title: Area Coordinator
Employer: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Duty Station: Uganda
Application Deadline: 15th September 2013
About ACTED:
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination. ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 32 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 370 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
About Country Programme:
Capital Office: Kampala National Staff: 108 International Staff : 7 Areas : 2 (Northern Uganda, Karamoja) On-going programmes : 9 Budget : 2.4 M € (Euros). ACTED has been active in Uganda since May 2007, both in the northern region and Karamoja. In the North, ACTED supports the early recovery process with a specific focus on the needs of returning populations displaced by years of conflict. It also expands access, retention, equity and quality of primary education. In Karamoja, the focus is enhanced food security and resilience to disasters, especially droughts, as well as improving the primary education sector. ACTED focuses its intervention on strengthening livelihoods through improved resource management, conflict mitigation and capacity building. In Northern Uganda, as internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home and gained access to land, ACTED is working with farmers on infrastructure and capacity development to rebuild agricultural livelihoods. In the Karamoja/Pokot area, ACTED responds to severe food insecurity caused by the drought in the Horn of Africa, providing support to agro-pastoral communities to increase their purchasing power and protect their assets, reducing vulnerability to natural disasters. As part of its integrated cross-border strategy between Uganda and Kenya, ACTED maintains its community-driven disaster risk reduction (DRR) focus and promotes conflict mitigation to ensure peaceful and sustainable access to shared resources. In 2013, ACTED maintains a strong focus on this approach and looks at extending it further along the border with Kenya. ACTED continues working with community-level structures and initiatives such as the APFS, the CDMCs or the DEWS to continue building the communities’ resilience to disasters.
Duties and Responsibilities:
•Management of a local and expatriate staff team;
•Close supervision and monitoring of the finance, administration and logistics teams;
•Supervise program budgets and evaluate financial program effectiveness;
•Management and supervision of ACTED's programmes in Karamoja/Pokot North and their timely implementation according to financial and programmatic frame;
•Facilitate program development, through conceptualization, design, proposal and program initiation;
•Build and/or improve systems to supervise and manage the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes;
•Monitor security situation in the region and oversee implementation of ACTED security procedures;
•Internal reporting to Country Coordination;
•Demonstrate vision and leadership in building a coherent strategic direction for the area, in line with ACTED Uganda’s overall strategy;
•Liaison with all external stakeholders: donors, partners, the government, including local authorities, and communities;
•Be the lead advocate for our beneficiaries and ensure that their interests are taken into consideration by all external stakeholders
•To act as a catalyst with all stakeholders to coordinate existing and new programmes;
•Facilitation of needs assessment;
•Fundraising and project/proposal development;
•Ensure external reporting requirements for projects are met.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a Masters Degree;
•A minimum of three years of field experience in program management and coordination;
•Familiarity with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental requirements;
•Excellent communication and writing skills;
•Ability to coordinate and manage staff and project activities;
•Strong organizational and supervisory skills;
•Demonstrated ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
•Being a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit;
•Ability to organize and plan effectively;
•Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
•Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;
•Experience in conflict affected areas and difficult living conditions, ideally in Africa
•Knowledge on issues related to early recovery, IGA and/or infrastructure rehabilitation
Terms and Conditions:
1.Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
2.Additional monthly living allowance
3.Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
4.Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
5.Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications in English with a cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org. Please quote the Job Ref : AC/UG/SA in subject of E-mail
ACTED Att: Human Resources Department 33, rue Godot de Mauroy 75009 Paris FRANCE
Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46
For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org
Employer: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Duty Station: Uganda
Application Deadline: 15th September 2013
About ACTED:
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination. ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 32 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 370 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
About Country Programme:
Capital Office: Kampala National Staff: 108 International Staff : 7 Areas : 2 (Northern Uganda, Karamoja) On-going programmes : 9 Budget : 2.4 M € (Euros). ACTED has been active in Uganda since May 2007, both in the northern region and Karamoja. In the North, ACTED supports the early recovery process with a specific focus on the needs of returning populations displaced by years of conflict. It also expands access, retention, equity and quality of primary education. In Karamoja, the focus is enhanced food security and resilience to disasters, especially droughts, as well as improving the primary education sector. ACTED focuses its intervention on strengthening livelihoods through improved resource management, conflict mitigation and capacity building. In Northern Uganda, as internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home and gained access to land, ACTED is working with farmers on infrastructure and capacity development to rebuild agricultural livelihoods. In the Karamoja/Pokot area, ACTED responds to severe food insecurity caused by the drought in the Horn of Africa, providing support to agro-pastoral communities to increase their purchasing power and protect their assets, reducing vulnerability to natural disasters. As part of its integrated cross-border strategy between Uganda and Kenya, ACTED maintains its community-driven disaster risk reduction (DRR) focus and promotes conflict mitigation to ensure peaceful and sustainable access to shared resources. In 2013, ACTED maintains a strong focus on this approach and looks at extending it further along the border with Kenya. ACTED continues working with community-level structures and initiatives such as the APFS, the CDMCs or the DEWS to continue building the communities’ resilience to disasters.
Duties and Responsibilities:
•Management of a local and expatriate staff team;
•Close supervision and monitoring of the finance, administration and logistics teams;
•Supervise program budgets and evaluate financial program effectiveness;
•Management and supervision of ACTED's programmes in Karamoja/Pokot North and their timely implementation according to financial and programmatic frame;
•Facilitate program development, through conceptualization, design, proposal and program initiation;
•Build and/or improve systems to supervise and manage the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes;
•Monitor security situation in the region and oversee implementation of ACTED security procedures;
•Internal reporting to Country Coordination;
•Demonstrate vision and leadership in building a coherent strategic direction for the area, in line with ACTED Uganda’s overall strategy;
•Liaison with all external stakeholders: donors, partners, the government, including local authorities, and communities;
•Be the lead advocate for our beneficiaries and ensure that their interests are taken into consideration by all external stakeholders
•To act as a catalyst with all stakeholders to coordinate existing and new programmes;
•Facilitation of needs assessment;
•Fundraising and project/proposal development;
•Ensure external reporting requirements for projects are met.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a Masters Degree;
•A minimum of three years of field experience in program management and coordination;
•Familiarity with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental requirements;
•Excellent communication and writing skills;
•Ability to coordinate and manage staff and project activities;
•Strong organizational and supervisory skills;
•Demonstrated ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
•Being a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit;
•Ability to organize and plan effectively;
•Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
•Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;
•Experience in conflict affected areas and difficult living conditions, ideally in Africa
•Knowledge on issues related to early recovery, IGA and/or infrastructure rehabilitation
Terms and Conditions:
1.Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
2.Additional monthly living allowance
3.Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
4.Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
5.Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications in English with a cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org. Please quote the Job Ref : AC/UG/SA in subject of E-mail
ACTED Att: Human Resources Department 33, rue Godot de Mauroy 75009 Paris FRANCE
Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46
For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org
Director Finance and Operations Jobs in Uganda at Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. (Cardno)
Job Title: Director, Finance and Operations
Employer: Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. (Cardno)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 30th September, 2013
Job Details;
Cardno is a professional infrastructure and environmental services company, with specialist expertise in the development and improvement of physical and social infrastructure for communities around the world. Cardno’s team includes leading professionals who plan, design, manage and deliver sustainable projects and community programs.
For further details, Visit our website at www.cardno.com/emergingmarkets – to learn more about Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd.
Job Summary:
The Director of Finance & Operations will be responsible for overseeing project finances and directing operations (procurement, HR and logistics). Working closely with the project Chief of Party and Cardno home office (HO) staff, sh/he will ensure the financial and administrative integrity of all business transactions. The Director will be responsible for implementing a robust contracts management and financial reporting system, directing and tracking all project expenditures and grant disbursements, and supervising project operations. S/he will enforce policies and procedures in line with USAID regulations, Cardno policies, and Uganda law. S/He will manage a multidisciplinary finance and operations staff responsible for finance, accounting, procurement, information Technology (IT), and human resources.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•Ten or more years experience in the international development field
•Experience in financial management of large international development projects
•Familiarity with USG Cost Accounting Standards and reporting requirements
•Demonstrated skills in developing and managing budgets, grants and subcontracts
•The candidate should possess a Masters Level Degree in Business Administration, Finance or other relevant field
•Previous experience managing local teams in Uganda or Sub-Saharan Africa preferred
•Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills
•This position is contingent upon project award and funding.
How to Apply:
Please send an application, apply now and create an account or login to your existing Cardno account.
Employer: Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. (Cardno)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 30th September, 2013
Job Details;
Cardno is a professional infrastructure and environmental services company, with specialist expertise in the development and improvement of physical and social infrastructure for communities around the world. Cardno’s team includes leading professionals who plan, design, manage and deliver sustainable projects and community programs.
For further details, Visit our website at www.cardno.com/emergingmarkets – to learn more about Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd.
Job Summary:
The Director of Finance & Operations will be responsible for overseeing project finances and directing operations (procurement, HR and logistics). Working closely with the project Chief of Party and Cardno home office (HO) staff, sh/he will ensure the financial and administrative integrity of all business transactions. The Director will be responsible for implementing a robust contracts management and financial reporting system, directing and tracking all project expenditures and grant disbursements, and supervising project operations. S/he will enforce policies and procedures in line with USAID regulations, Cardno policies, and Uganda law. S/He will manage a multidisciplinary finance and operations staff responsible for finance, accounting, procurement, information Technology (IT), and human resources.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•Ten or more years experience in the international development field
•Experience in financial management of large international development projects
•Familiarity with USG Cost Accounting Standards and reporting requirements
•Demonstrated skills in developing and managing budgets, grants and subcontracts
•The candidate should possess a Masters Level Degree in Business Administration, Finance or other relevant field
•Previous experience managing local teams in Uganda or Sub-Saharan Africa preferred
•Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills
•This position is contingent upon project award and funding.
How to Apply:
Please send an application, apply now and create an account or login to your existing Cardno account.
Regional Logistics Officer Jobs in Uganda at Malaria Consortium
Job Title: Regional Logistics Officer
Employer: Malaria Consortium
Duty Station: Kampala,
Application Deadline: 31st July, 2013
Job Summary:
The Regional Logistics Officer will work with the Africa Operations Manager and logistics staff across the region to ensure that logistics systems are in place and followed and that reporting processes are adequate. He/she will also ensure high quality of support to the well-functioning of the Africa Regional office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Take lead in Procurement policy implementation, training and follow up
• Responsible for asset management policy implementation, training and follow up
• Conduct warehousing and storage policy implementation, training and follow up
• Fleet Management policy implementation, training and follow up
• Do Follow-up of international procurement through the appointed procurement agent
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should possess a degree or high level of education in a relevant field: Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Administration
• A minimum of three or more years logistics experience with an International NGO or similar organisation
• Experience in international procurement and good knowledge of key commodities and suppliers
• Good understanding of various donors requirements
• Computer literacy skills i.e. Microsoft Office in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience in providing regional logistics support
• Skills in financial and budgetary
• Experience of working in relatively insecure locations
• Flexible approach and positive attitude
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send a cover letter outlining how you meet the person specification along with your CV to Human Resources at; info@malariaconsortium.org Please quote the position and country in the subject line of your application.
NB: only short listed candidates will be contacted within three weeks after the closing date.
Employer: Malaria Consortium
Duty Station: Kampala,
Application Deadline: 31st July, 2013
Job Summary:
The Regional Logistics Officer will work with the Africa Operations Manager and logistics staff across the region to ensure that logistics systems are in place and followed and that reporting processes are adequate. He/she will also ensure high quality of support to the well-functioning of the Africa Regional office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Take lead in Procurement policy implementation, training and follow up
• Responsible for asset management policy implementation, training and follow up
• Conduct warehousing and storage policy implementation, training and follow up
• Fleet Management policy implementation, training and follow up
• Do Follow-up of international procurement through the appointed procurement agent
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should possess a degree or high level of education in a relevant field: Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Administration
• A minimum of three or more years logistics experience with an International NGO or similar organisation
• Experience in international procurement and good knowledge of key commodities and suppliers
• Good understanding of various donors requirements
• Computer literacy skills i.e. Microsoft Office in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience in providing regional logistics support
• Skills in financial and budgetary
• Experience of working in relatively insecure locations
• Flexible approach and positive attitude
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send a cover letter outlining how you meet the person specification along with your CV to Human Resources at; info@malariaconsortium.org Please quote the position and country in the subject line of your application.
NB: only short listed candidates will be contacted within three weeks after the closing date.
Project Coordinator Jobs at Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) in Uganda
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Employer: Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda.
Application Deadline: 12th August, 2013
Job Details;
The Government of The Republic of Uganda has received a loan from the African Development Fund to finance the Higher Education Science and Technology (HEST) project in Uganda. The principal objective of this project is to contribute to building Uganda's human capital skills development capacity particularly in education, science and technology and to respond to labor market demands and spur productivity nationally. It will also enhance access to HEST through rehabilitation and expansion of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) learning facilities totaling 80,000 square meters in the six universities (Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Gulu University, Busitema University and Muni University) and two degree awarding institutions (Uganda Management Institute and Makerere University Business School).
The total cost of the project is UA 74.44 million, and it will be implemented over a five year period.
The project has the following components:
•Improving and expanding HEST in six public universities and two degree awarding institutions,
•Building capacity in public HEST institutions
•Improving quality and relevance of HEST in public institutions and
•Project management and coordination.
Job Summary:
The Project Coordinator (PC), working collaboratively with a wide array of stake holders in the beneficiary institutions and the Executing Agency, is responsible for providing overall technical guidance and demonstrated leadership for the successful implementation of the Project. The PC will head the Project Coordination Unit (PCU) which will be staffed with various Technical Assistants specializing in different fields.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Offer leadership, coordination and guidance on all matters pertaining to the smooth implementation of the Project in accordance with procedures and obligations specified in the project document.
•Preparing detailed project time fines, work plans and activity schedules, disbursement projections for both donor and counterpart requirements;
•Manage the procurement, disbursement, monitoring and evaluation reporting and other technical activities of the project in accordance with the Loan Agreement, the Project Appraisal Report and the Bank's rules and procedures;
•Ensuring timely preparation of the project quarterly and annual progress reports and financial statements and annual audits of the project.
•Periodically assess project risk, identify potential issues and recommend or develop solutions.
•Identification and resolution of implementation challenges with the guidance of the Ministry of Education and Sports and the AfDB.
•Organize periodic evaluation meetings with the relevant stakeholders regarding the progress of the activities, the challenges encountered and possible solutions.
•Manage all project assets, personnel and other resources;
•Ensure close supervision, leadership and motivation of Project Coordination Unit staff and timely accountability of funds disbursed to Project Component Heads; and
•Ensure timely auditing of project accounts in accordance with the Agreement.
•Any other task assigned by the Commissioner, Education Planning and Policy Analysis.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold an university degree in any of the following areas: Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Education Administration, Project Planning and Management or related discipline relevant to the HEST Project. A post graduate qualification in any of the above mentioned fields with emphasis in Project Planning and Management is also a requirement.
•Professional Certification in International Development Project Management will be an added advantage.
•The applicant should be a Ugandan national with a minimum of 10 years' working experience of which five years should be at a senior management level in a relevant public institution, private sector institution or in an international organization.
•Demonstrated skills in the management and coordination of internationally financed development programmes with at least five years working on donor/GoU funded projects
•Demonstrate ability to ensure AfDB & GoU procurement regulations and practices are considered in providing advice on project decisions
•Well versed with donor and GoU financial accounting procedures and systems
•Creative and pragmatic approach to problem-solving and an appreciation of the mandate of the Public Universities in Uganda
•Sound knowledge of the Higher Education sub-sector in Uganda
•Computer literacy particularly competency in the use of MS Office Computer Applications
•Good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
All those interested in serving as Project Coordinator for the AfDB Project in the Ministry of Education and Sports should provide a statement of capability and experience indicating how they are best qualified to perform above expectations.
Please include an updated detailed CV with a description of similar assignments successfully accomplished, appropriate skills, training and experience in similar positions.
Applications clearly marked "Expression of Interest for the Post of Project Coordinator - AfDB V (HEST) Project" must be addressed and delivered to:-The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Sports, Embassy House, Floor 8 Plot9111 King George 4 Way P.O. Box 7063 Kampala, Uganda
Employer: Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda.
Application Deadline: 12th August, 2013
Job Details;
The Government of The Republic of Uganda has received a loan from the African Development Fund to finance the Higher Education Science and Technology (HEST) project in Uganda. The principal objective of this project is to contribute to building Uganda's human capital skills development capacity particularly in education, science and technology and to respond to labor market demands and spur productivity nationally. It will also enhance access to HEST through rehabilitation and expansion of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) learning facilities totaling 80,000 square meters in the six universities (Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Gulu University, Busitema University and Muni University) and two degree awarding institutions (Uganda Management Institute and Makerere University Business School).
The total cost of the project is UA 74.44 million, and it will be implemented over a five year period.
The project has the following components:
•Improving and expanding HEST in six public universities and two degree awarding institutions,
•Building capacity in public HEST institutions
•Improving quality and relevance of HEST in public institutions and
•Project management and coordination.
Job Summary:
The Project Coordinator (PC), working collaboratively with a wide array of stake holders in the beneficiary institutions and the Executing Agency, is responsible for providing overall technical guidance and demonstrated leadership for the successful implementation of the Project. The PC will head the Project Coordination Unit (PCU) which will be staffed with various Technical Assistants specializing in different fields.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Offer leadership, coordination and guidance on all matters pertaining to the smooth implementation of the Project in accordance with procedures and obligations specified in the project document.
•Preparing detailed project time fines, work plans and activity schedules, disbursement projections for both donor and counterpart requirements;
•Manage the procurement, disbursement, monitoring and evaluation reporting and other technical activities of the project in accordance with the Loan Agreement, the Project Appraisal Report and the Bank's rules and procedures;
•Ensuring timely preparation of the project quarterly and annual progress reports and financial statements and annual audits of the project.
•Periodically assess project risk, identify potential issues and recommend or develop solutions.
•Identification and resolution of implementation challenges with the guidance of the Ministry of Education and Sports and the AfDB.
•Organize periodic evaluation meetings with the relevant stakeholders regarding the progress of the activities, the challenges encountered and possible solutions.
•Manage all project assets, personnel and other resources;
•Ensure close supervision, leadership and motivation of Project Coordination Unit staff and timely accountability of funds disbursed to Project Component Heads; and
•Ensure timely auditing of project accounts in accordance with the Agreement.
•Any other task assigned by the Commissioner, Education Planning and Policy Analysis.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold an university degree in any of the following areas: Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Education Administration, Project Planning and Management or related discipline relevant to the HEST Project. A post graduate qualification in any of the above mentioned fields with emphasis in Project Planning and Management is also a requirement.
•Professional Certification in International Development Project Management will be an added advantage.
•The applicant should be a Ugandan national with a minimum of 10 years' working experience of which five years should be at a senior management level in a relevant public institution, private sector institution or in an international organization.
•Demonstrated skills in the management and coordination of internationally financed development programmes with at least five years working on donor/GoU funded projects
•Demonstrate ability to ensure AfDB & GoU procurement regulations and practices are considered in providing advice on project decisions
•Well versed with donor and GoU financial accounting procedures and systems
•Creative and pragmatic approach to problem-solving and an appreciation of the mandate of the Public Universities in Uganda
•Sound knowledge of the Higher Education sub-sector in Uganda
•Computer literacy particularly competency in the use of MS Office Computer Applications
•Good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
All those interested in serving as Project Coordinator for the AfDB Project in the Ministry of Education and Sports should provide a statement of capability and experience indicating how they are best qualified to perform above expectations.
Please include an updated detailed CV with a description of similar assignments successfully accomplished, appropriate skills, training and experience in similar positions.
Applications clearly marked "Expression of Interest for the Post of Project Coordinator - AfDB V (HEST) Project" must be addressed and delivered to:-The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Sports, Embassy House, Floor 8 Plot9111 King George 4 Way P.O. Box 7063 Kampala, Uganda
Mobile Marketing Coordinator Jobs in Uganda at Living Goods
Job Title: Uganda Mobile Marketing Coordinator
Employer: Living Goods
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 15th Aug 2013
Job Details;
We believe that the poor are not helpless victims; they are resilient entrepreneurs and value conscious consumers. We empower the poor through our networks of ‘Avon-like’ micro-entrepreneurs who go door-to-door teaching families how to improve their health and wealth while selling affordable, high-impact products like simple treatments for malaria and diarrhea, fortified foods, water filters, clean cookstoves, and solar lights. Living Goods seeks nothing less than a disruptive reinvention of distribution in the developing world, through networks of franchised micro-entrepreneurs who leverage Living Goods’ brand, buying power and mobile marketing tools to deliver vital products at accessible prices to the people who need them most. By combining the best practices from the worlds of micro-enterprise, franchising and public health, Living Goods is creating a fully sustainable system to improve the health, wealth, and productivity of the world’s poor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage SMS creation, mobile-forms creation, data-extraction, and xls-reports generation.
Make field visits to assess and support Agents and Branch managers in using SMS, Mobile Apps, and PoS.
Constant review of data (SMS, Mobile App, PoS sales) and follow up with Agents and Branch managers to ensure data quality.
Coordinate with Tech-Manager and Vendors to test new features and updates on various components of the I.T. System.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should possess a Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or I.T. services
Basic knowledge of databases, website development.
Proficiency in using MS-Excel, specifically pivot tables
Good communication skills i.e. spoken and writing skills
At least a year’ experience in data-management / analysis / related role
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should express interest by visiting the web link below and using their Linked In profile to apply. Please review job requirements further.
Employer: Living Goods
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 15th Aug 2013
Job Details;
We believe that the poor are not helpless victims; they are resilient entrepreneurs and value conscious consumers. We empower the poor through our networks of ‘Avon-like’ micro-entrepreneurs who go door-to-door teaching families how to improve their health and wealth while selling affordable, high-impact products like simple treatments for malaria and diarrhea, fortified foods, water filters, clean cookstoves, and solar lights. Living Goods seeks nothing less than a disruptive reinvention of distribution in the developing world, through networks of franchised micro-entrepreneurs who leverage Living Goods’ brand, buying power and mobile marketing tools to deliver vital products at accessible prices to the people who need them most. By combining the best practices from the worlds of micro-enterprise, franchising and public health, Living Goods is creating a fully sustainable system to improve the health, wealth, and productivity of the world’s poor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage SMS creation, mobile-forms creation, data-extraction, and xls-reports generation.
Make field visits to assess and support Agents and Branch managers in using SMS, Mobile Apps, and PoS.
Constant review of data (SMS, Mobile App, PoS sales) and follow up with Agents and Branch managers to ensure data quality.
Coordinate with Tech-Manager and Vendors to test new features and updates on various components of the I.T. System.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should possess a Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or I.T. services
Basic knowledge of databases, website development.
Proficiency in using MS-Excel, specifically pivot tables
Good communication skills i.e. spoken and writing skills
At least a year’ experience in data-management / analysis / related role
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should express interest by visiting the web link below and using their Linked In profile to apply. Please review job requirements further.
Human Resource and Development Personnel Jobs at Service and Computer Industries Ltd in Uganda
Job Title: Human Resource and Development Personnel
Employer: Service and Computer Industries Ltd (aka NCR)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 6th August 2013.
Job Details;
Service and Computer Industries Ltd (aka NCR) is a Ugandan company which was established in 1962 to provide IT solutions throughout east and central Africa. A vacancy exists for a well-qualified and experienced person as indicated below.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Developing and updating HR policies and procedures in line with acceptable labour laws, practices and SCI vision.
•Managing the recruitment process, development and implementation of performance management systems in line With the SCI strategic and operational plans, including staff trainings.
•Managing employee relations, welfare and benefits in accordance with the HR policy.
•Preparation and review of employment contracts.
•Providing advice and counsel on HR management principles to all departments.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold a post graduate diploma in HR management. A bachelors degree in Human Resource or other management courses.
•Preferably a member of professional HR associations
•A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in HR management positions.
•Strong problem solving skills and making strategic decisions.
•Ability to communicate effectively orally, and in writing.
•Knowledge of national employment and labour laws.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications, together with copies of supporting documents, names of three professional references plus current salary should be posted in Service & Computer Industries (U) Lid. Plot 94 William Street, P. O. Box 2109. Kampala, Uganda Or via email to ochoolad@sciug.com
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted
Employer: Service and Computer Industries Ltd (aka NCR)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 6th August 2013.
Job Details;
Service and Computer Industries Ltd (aka NCR) is a Ugandan company which was established in 1962 to provide IT solutions throughout east and central Africa. A vacancy exists for a well-qualified and experienced person as indicated below.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Developing and updating HR policies and procedures in line with acceptable labour laws, practices and SCI vision.
•Managing the recruitment process, development and implementation of performance management systems in line With the SCI strategic and operational plans, including staff trainings.
•Managing employee relations, welfare and benefits in accordance with the HR policy.
•Preparation and review of employment contracts.
•Providing advice and counsel on HR management principles to all departments.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold a post graduate diploma in HR management. A bachelors degree in Human Resource or other management courses.
•Preferably a member of professional HR associations
•A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in HR management positions.
•Strong problem solving skills and making strategic decisions.
•Ability to communicate effectively orally, and in writing.
•Knowledge of national employment and labour laws.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications, together with copies of supporting documents, names of three professional references plus current salary should be posted in Service & Computer Industries (U) Lid. Plot 94 William Street, P. O. Box 2109. Kampala, Uganda Or via email to ochoolad@sciug.com
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted
Centre Administrator Jobs at Uganda Management Institute (UMI) in Uganda
Job Title: Centre Administrator- Mbarara Centre
Employer:Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
Duty Station: Mbarara, Uganda
Application Deadline: 16th Aug 2013
About UMI:
Uganda Management Institute (UMI) is a Management Development Institution with a mission to excel in developing sustainable management capacity". It provides management training, consultancy and research services in response to the demands of the public, private, and NGO sectors. In addition to short performance improvement management skills development courses, the Institute offers high quality career development management courses at Certificate, Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Higher Degree Levels. The Institute's activities are currently carried out at the main campus in Kampala and its Outreach Centers in Mbarara, Gulu and Mbale.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct the administrative functions in the Centre
Offer Administrative support to the training, consultancy and research activities at the Center
Managing the office and the day to day activities of the Centre
Performing a public relations function
Handling documents and correspondences
Performing other duties as may become necessary for the smooth running of the Center or Institute as a whole
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
All Applicants should have an honors first Degree in a Management related field from a recognized Institution
All applicants with Secretarial training will have an added advantage
Possession of at least three years relevant working experience (including supervisory experience) gained in a reputable organization preferably an Institution of higher learning.
Good interpersonal, communication, team building and analytical skills
Proficiency in MS office applications and internet/email technologies
How to Apply:
Send your applications with comprehensive typed CV and certified copies of transcripts and certificates should be received by the address below;
The Human Resource Manager,
Uganda Management Institute,
Plot 44 - 52 Jinja Road
P. O. Box 20131
Kampala, Uganda
Tel: 259722/ 265139/ 265140/265138
Fax No. 259581,
E-mail: admin@umi.ac.ug
Employer:Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
Duty Station: Mbarara, Uganda
Application Deadline: 16th Aug 2013
About UMI:
Uganda Management Institute (UMI) is a Management Development Institution with a mission to excel in developing sustainable management capacity". It provides management training, consultancy and research services in response to the demands of the public, private, and NGO sectors. In addition to short performance improvement management skills development courses, the Institute offers high quality career development management courses at Certificate, Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Higher Degree Levels. The Institute's activities are currently carried out at the main campus in Kampala and its Outreach Centers in Mbarara, Gulu and Mbale.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct the administrative functions in the Centre
Offer Administrative support to the training, consultancy and research activities at the Center
Managing the office and the day to day activities of the Centre
Performing a public relations function
Handling documents and correspondences
Performing other duties as may become necessary for the smooth running of the Center or Institute as a whole
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
All Applicants should have an honors first Degree in a Management related field from a recognized Institution
All applicants with Secretarial training will have an added advantage
Possession of at least three years relevant working experience (including supervisory experience) gained in a reputable organization preferably an Institution of higher learning.
Good interpersonal, communication, team building and analytical skills
Proficiency in MS office applications and internet/email technologies
How to Apply:
Send your applications with comprehensive typed CV and certified copies of transcripts and certificates should be received by the address below;
The Human Resource Manager,
Uganda Management Institute,
Plot 44 - 52 Jinja Road
P. O. Box 20131
Kampala, Uganda
Tel: 259722/ 265139/ 265140/265138
Fax No. 259581,
E-mail: admin@umi.ac.ug
Deputy Representative Jobs in Uganda at UN WOMEN
Job Title: Deputy Representative (Programme & Operations)
Employer: UN WOMEN
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 21st August, 2013.
About UN WOMEN:
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Much of this works takes place at the national/country level in which UN Women either have a Country Representative on site to manage this programme of work, or a Representative covering several countries where an integrated multi-country programme (MCO) is in place.
Job Summary: The Deputy Representative supports the Representative in the overall management of the Country Office. The incumbent is responsible for substantially contributing to the design, implementation, management and oversight of the country programme and to the operations supporting its implementation to ensure effective and efficient delivery of results as planned in UN Women’s Strategic Plan and the Country Office’s plans. The incumbent is expected to bring innovative thinking which fits and adapts to the changing environment to the strategic development of the programme portfolio, and to help raise resources to fund it. He/she also plays a key role in ensuring effective use and management of UN Women resources (material, financial and human) in compliance with UN Women programming and operational policies and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Summary of Key Duties:
Advisory and specialized technical support;
Programme management, monitoring and oversight;
Office management/ Resources and Operations;
Substantive support to UN coordination, advocacy and partnership building;
Knowledge management and capacity building.
1. Advisory and specialized technical support:
•As Deputy Representative, serve as key advisor to the Representative and as a senior member of his/her management team in the Country Office strategic discussions and formulation of programs and management operations, including work planning;
•Provide specialized technical and strategic support in managing all aspects of Country Office programme design and management of related activities and for ensuring accountability in programme monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
•Support, guide and provide input to assure quality control in the formulation of relevant, high quality, results-based and rights-based country programmes and to ensure programme coherence, technical integrity, inter-unit programme cooperation and coordination;
•Provide strategic and specialized technical advice to the Representative and put in place systems, processes and mechanisms to improve/enhance programme planning, implementation, monitoring and timely progress reporting.
•Draft policy documents, briefs and other strategic papers/materials for use in the development and presentation of innovative and coherent policy and programmatic positions in support of national development priorities and commitments to gender equality and women’s empowerment, incorporating regional and global perspectives and contributing to regional and global strategies;
•Review and evaluate proposals submitted to the Country Office. Oversee the preparation of donor proposals and reports to ensure quality, timeliness, compliance with requirements as per established rules, regulations, including the commitments under relevant UNDAFs and the UN Women global Strategic Plan to facilitate the review and approval of proposals and reports by the Representative. Take timely action to take any corrective action to meet standards for submissions;
•Regularly assess the country level annual work plans, monitor progress on the achievement of goals and targets, and present the Representative with recommendations to assist in development planning.
2. Programme management, monitoring and oversight:
•Recommend and establish program monitoring standards, criteria and other indicators for measuring and assessing progress/results;
•Monitor the progress on mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators and take timely support, action and/or decisions as required;
•Lead the processes of preparing reports on progress of programme implementation, assessing results and identifying areas for the Representative’s action and/or decision to ensure achievement of results as planned and in accordance with UN Women’s goals and objectives and accountability framework;
•Identify areas that may require improvement and capture best practices/lessons learned, using corporate monitoring tools, as well as Audits and other corporate reports. Take action to improve areas of weakness;
•Ensure substantive and high quality proposals following the established rules, and regulations, and adhering to the Strategic Plan and Annual Work plans;
•Establish and/or support the development of sustainable and solid relations with counterparts, for effective advocacy and partnerships resulting in the achievement of UN Women goals and objectives in the country, and consequently in the enhanced reputation and credibility of UN Women in delivering results on gender equality and women’s rights.
3. Resources and Operations/Office management:
•Support the Representative in the management of the Country Office;
•Manage the formulation of the annual Country Office work plan and monitor implementation;
•Develop and facilitate an integrated results-based approach to the work of the Country Office using the annual work plan as the road map;
•Communicate standards of performance, and assign responsibilities and accountabilities for achieving results;
•Support the Representative in the management of human, material, and financial resources, in line with UN Women policies, rules and procedures;
•As required coordinate the provision of administrative services with service providers;
•Propose and secure annual allocations for the country programme, and ensure the efficient and effective use of such resources in compliance with UN Women financial rules, regulations, and procedures;
•Support the Representative in the formulation and implementation of a country resource mobilization strategy;
•Empower, and help develop international and national programme staff, under the incumbent’s supervision, providing them with managerial direction , guidance and leadership;
•Contribute substantially to staff management as a whole within the Country Office, particularly on learning, career management, and teamwork. Establish and maintain a harmonious working environment; seek to strengthen team-building by encouraging active participation and interaction at all levels; foster staff motivation, development and empowerment; and lead by example;
•As required advise on and support the establishment of a Country Office security strategy and plan in line with UN procedures and requirements; and
•Ensure an ethics-based approach to management of all human and financial resources.
4. Substantive support to UN coordination, advocacy and partnership building:
•Establish and maintain effective consultations with governments, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on programme development and implementation, resource mobilization and sustained partnerships;
•Represent UN Women in meetings as delegated/appropriate to consult, collaborate and interact on common issues and activities and to participate in the Common Country Assessment (CCA)/UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) process to ensure the integration of gender equality and women’s empowerment. Actively seek out participation of UN Women in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective networks, facilitate joint programming and promote UN Women competencies and interests to advance gender and women’s human rights;
•Support the Representative in partnership building and advocate for UN Women with government counterparts, donor community and other partners;
•Represent UN Women in national and international fora as requested by the Representative.
5. Knowledge management and capacity building:
•Identify lessons learned and areas of emphasis to guide programme improvements and future strategic development planning;
•Manage the process of collecting and sharing lessons learned on gender equality and women’s empowerment to build knowledge and capacity of partners and stakeholders;
•Design and implement capacity building training activities to enhance skills and knowledge in results based management; results based reporting and budgeting, and systematic quality assurance.
•Oversee cutting-edge research and knowledge generation to inform and advise national development priorities and commitments for gender equality and women’s empowerment, ensuring the integration of regional and global contexts and developments;
•Contribute to global and regional programme knowledge networks and practices, and development of knowledge products;
•Identify lessons learned from resource and staff management to ensure effective change management as required in adapting the programme and Country Office to meet changed circumstances.
Impact of Results
The effective support provided by the Deputy Representative to the strategic development and management of programmes, to their effective and efficient integration with operations in the country office, and the technical support provided to UN Women’s coordination mandate, directly impact the quality of UN Women’s programme development, implementation and results and the quality of its technical expertise. This in turn directly impacts on the credibility and image of UN Women as an effective and efficient partner and as the leading knowledge-based technical and advocacy organization for gender equality and for the empowerment of women
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold an advanced university degree in international development, public administration, public policy or other relevant social science fields.
•At least seven years of relevant professional experience that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in development programmes with a strong focus in the area of gender equality and women’s empowerment at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes;
•Field based experience working with multi-cultural teams is a requirement.
Languages:
•Proficiency in written and spoken English;
•Knowledge of another UN working language is desirable.
Personal Competencies:
Core Values/Guiding Principles:
1.Integrity: Demonstrate the values of United Nations and UN Women, act without consideration of personal gain, resist undue political pressure in decision-making, no abuse of power or authority, stand by decisions in the organization’s interest, and take action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour;
2.Professionalism: Show pride in work and achievements, demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matter, conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments and achieving results, motivated by professional rather than personal concerns, show persistence when faced with challenges, and remain calm in stressful situations;
3.Respect for Diversity: Work effectively with people from all backgrounds, treat all people with dignity and respect, treat men and women equally, show respect for and understand diverse opinions by examine own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses, and do not discriminate against any individual or group.
Core Competencies:
1.Ethics and Values: Promoting Ethics and Integrity / Creating Organizational Precedents;
2.Organizational Awareness: Building support and political acumen;
3.Developing and Empowering People / Coaching and Mentoring: Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation;
4.Working in Teams: Building and promoting effective teams;
5.Communicating Information and Ideas: Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication;
6.Self-management and Emotional intelligence: Creating an emotionally intelligent organization;
7.Conflict Management / Negotiating and Resolving Disagreements: Leveraging conflict in the interests of the organization & setting standards;
8.Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning: Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning;
9.Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making: Fair and transparent decision-making; calculated risk-taking.
Functional Competencies:
•Proven ability in managing and empowering teams to work effectively together in reaching results;
•Demonstrated analytical and technical skills in managing development projects/programmes particularly those that are pertinent to UN Women strategic priorities on gender issues and women’s rights;
•Demonstrated political acumen and technical capacity in representing the organization effectively in national and international fora to advocate and to promote organizational priorities, initiatives and a better understanding of the organizational strategic agenda;
•Proven ability to lead and to drive results;
•Ability to establish and maintain broad strategic networks and partnerships with UN agencies and other international partners to promote partnership and build alliances to advance organizational interests and competencies;
•Ability to go beyond established procedures and practices, introduce new approaches and strategic innovations;
•Good knowledge of Results Based Management principles and approaches.
NB: UNDP /UNWOMEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be Downloaded
Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment;
UN Women will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
Note: In July 2010, the United nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Employer: UN WOMEN
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 21st August, 2013.
About UN WOMEN:
UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Much of this works takes place at the national/country level in which UN Women either have a Country Representative on site to manage this programme of work, or a Representative covering several countries where an integrated multi-country programme (MCO) is in place.
Job Summary: The Deputy Representative supports the Representative in the overall management of the Country Office. The incumbent is responsible for substantially contributing to the design, implementation, management and oversight of the country programme and to the operations supporting its implementation to ensure effective and efficient delivery of results as planned in UN Women’s Strategic Plan and the Country Office’s plans. The incumbent is expected to bring innovative thinking which fits and adapts to the changing environment to the strategic development of the programme portfolio, and to help raise resources to fund it. He/she also plays a key role in ensuring effective use and management of UN Women resources (material, financial and human) in compliance with UN Women programming and operational policies and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Summary of Key Duties:
Advisory and specialized technical support;
Programme management, monitoring and oversight;
Office management/ Resources and Operations;
Substantive support to UN coordination, advocacy and partnership building;
Knowledge management and capacity building.
1. Advisory and specialized technical support:
•As Deputy Representative, serve as key advisor to the Representative and as a senior member of his/her management team in the Country Office strategic discussions and formulation of programs and management operations, including work planning;
•Provide specialized technical and strategic support in managing all aspects of Country Office programme design and management of related activities and for ensuring accountability in programme monitoring, reporting and evaluation;
•Support, guide and provide input to assure quality control in the formulation of relevant, high quality, results-based and rights-based country programmes and to ensure programme coherence, technical integrity, inter-unit programme cooperation and coordination;
•Provide strategic and specialized technical advice to the Representative and put in place systems, processes and mechanisms to improve/enhance programme planning, implementation, monitoring and timely progress reporting.
•Draft policy documents, briefs and other strategic papers/materials for use in the development and presentation of innovative and coherent policy and programmatic positions in support of national development priorities and commitments to gender equality and women’s empowerment, incorporating regional and global perspectives and contributing to regional and global strategies;
•Review and evaluate proposals submitted to the Country Office. Oversee the preparation of donor proposals and reports to ensure quality, timeliness, compliance with requirements as per established rules, regulations, including the commitments under relevant UNDAFs and the UN Women global Strategic Plan to facilitate the review and approval of proposals and reports by the Representative. Take timely action to take any corrective action to meet standards for submissions;
•Regularly assess the country level annual work plans, monitor progress on the achievement of goals and targets, and present the Representative with recommendations to assist in development planning.
2. Programme management, monitoring and oversight:
•Recommend and establish program monitoring standards, criteria and other indicators for measuring and assessing progress/results;
•Monitor the progress on mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators and take timely support, action and/or decisions as required;
•Lead the processes of preparing reports on progress of programme implementation, assessing results and identifying areas for the Representative’s action and/or decision to ensure achievement of results as planned and in accordance with UN Women’s goals and objectives and accountability framework;
•Identify areas that may require improvement and capture best practices/lessons learned, using corporate monitoring tools, as well as Audits and other corporate reports. Take action to improve areas of weakness;
•Ensure substantive and high quality proposals following the established rules, and regulations, and adhering to the Strategic Plan and Annual Work plans;
•Establish and/or support the development of sustainable and solid relations with counterparts, for effective advocacy and partnerships resulting in the achievement of UN Women goals and objectives in the country, and consequently in the enhanced reputation and credibility of UN Women in delivering results on gender equality and women’s rights.
3. Resources and Operations/Office management:
•Support the Representative in the management of the Country Office;
•Manage the formulation of the annual Country Office work plan and monitor implementation;
•Develop and facilitate an integrated results-based approach to the work of the Country Office using the annual work plan as the road map;
•Communicate standards of performance, and assign responsibilities and accountabilities for achieving results;
•Support the Representative in the management of human, material, and financial resources, in line with UN Women policies, rules and procedures;
•As required coordinate the provision of administrative services with service providers;
•Propose and secure annual allocations for the country programme, and ensure the efficient and effective use of such resources in compliance with UN Women financial rules, regulations, and procedures;
•Support the Representative in the formulation and implementation of a country resource mobilization strategy;
•Empower, and help develop international and national programme staff, under the incumbent’s supervision, providing them with managerial direction , guidance and leadership;
•Contribute substantially to staff management as a whole within the Country Office, particularly on learning, career management, and teamwork. Establish and maintain a harmonious working environment; seek to strengthen team-building by encouraging active participation and interaction at all levels; foster staff motivation, development and empowerment; and lead by example;
•As required advise on and support the establishment of a Country Office security strategy and plan in line with UN procedures and requirements; and
•Ensure an ethics-based approach to management of all human and financial resources.
4. Substantive support to UN coordination, advocacy and partnership building:
•Establish and maintain effective consultations with governments, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on programme development and implementation, resource mobilization and sustained partnerships;
•Represent UN Women in meetings as delegated/appropriate to consult, collaborate and interact on common issues and activities and to participate in the Common Country Assessment (CCA)/UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) process to ensure the integration of gender equality and women’s empowerment. Actively seek out participation of UN Women in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective networks, facilitate joint programming and promote UN Women competencies and interests to advance gender and women’s human rights;
•Support the Representative in partnership building and advocate for UN Women with government counterparts, donor community and other partners;
•Represent UN Women in national and international fora as requested by the Representative.
5. Knowledge management and capacity building:
•Identify lessons learned and areas of emphasis to guide programme improvements and future strategic development planning;
•Manage the process of collecting and sharing lessons learned on gender equality and women’s empowerment to build knowledge and capacity of partners and stakeholders;
•Design and implement capacity building training activities to enhance skills and knowledge in results based management; results based reporting and budgeting, and systematic quality assurance.
•Oversee cutting-edge research and knowledge generation to inform and advise national development priorities and commitments for gender equality and women’s empowerment, ensuring the integration of regional and global contexts and developments;
•Contribute to global and regional programme knowledge networks and practices, and development of knowledge products;
•Identify lessons learned from resource and staff management to ensure effective change management as required in adapting the programme and Country Office to meet changed circumstances.
Impact of Results
The effective support provided by the Deputy Representative to the strategic development and management of programmes, to their effective and efficient integration with operations in the country office, and the technical support provided to UN Women’s coordination mandate, directly impact the quality of UN Women’s programme development, implementation and results and the quality of its technical expertise. This in turn directly impacts on the credibility and image of UN Women as an effective and efficient partner and as the leading knowledge-based technical and advocacy organization for gender equality and for the empowerment of women
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold an advanced university degree in international development, public administration, public policy or other relevant social science fields.
•At least seven years of relevant professional experience that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in development programmes with a strong focus in the area of gender equality and women’s empowerment at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes;
•Field based experience working with multi-cultural teams is a requirement.
Languages:
•Proficiency in written and spoken English;
•Knowledge of another UN working language is desirable.
Personal Competencies:
Core Values/Guiding Principles:
1.Integrity: Demonstrate the values of United Nations and UN Women, act without consideration of personal gain, resist undue political pressure in decision-making, no abuse of power or authority, stand by decisions in the organization’s interest, and take action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour;
2.Professionalism: Show pride in work and achievements, demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matter, conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments and achieving results, motivated by professional rather than personal concerns, show persistence when faced with challenges, and remain calm in stressful situations;
3.Respect for Diversity: Work effectively with people from all backgrounds, treat all people with dignity and respect, treat men and women equally, show respect for and understand diverse opinions by examine own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses, and do not discriminate against any individual or group.
Core Competencies:
1.Ethics and Values: Promoting Ethics and Integrity / Creating Organizational Precedents;
2.Organizational Awareness: Building support and political acumen;
3.Developing and Empowering People / Coaching and Mentoring: Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation;
4.Working in Teams: Building and promoting effective teams;
5.Communicating Information and Ideas: Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication;
6.Self-management and Emotional intelligence: Creating an emotionally intelligent organization;
7.Conflict Management / Negotiating and Resolving Disagreements: Leveraging conflict in the interests of the organization & setting standards;
8.Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning: Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning;
9.Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making: Fair and transparent decision-making; calculated risk-taking.
Functional Competencies:
•Proven ability in managing and empowering teams to work effectively together in reaching results;
•Demonstrated analytical and technical skills in managing development projects/programmes particularly those that are pertinent to UN Women strategic priorities on gender issues and women’s rights;
•Demonstrated political acumen and technical capacity in representing the organization effectively in national and international fora to advocate and to promote organizational priorities, initiatives and a better understanding of the organizational strategic agenda;
•Proven ability to lead and to drive results;
•Ability to establish and maintain broad strategic networks and partnerships with UN agencies and other international partners to promote partnership and build alliances to advance organizational interests and competencies;
•Ability to go beyond established procedures and practices, introduce new approaches and strategic innovations;
•Good knowledge of Results Based Management principles and approaches.
NB: UNDP /UNWOMEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be Downloaded
Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment;
UN Women will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest.
Note: In July 2010, the United nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Project Officer Internship Opportunity at Catalyst East Africa in Uganda
Job Title: Project Officer Interns (Several Positions)
Employer: Catalyst East Africa
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 10th August, 2013
Job Details;
Catalyst East Africa is seeking to recruit several established, experienced and successful Project Officer
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• You will need to be able to multi-task, work to your own initiative as well as be a part of a great team.
• The role will be office based and full time.
• You must be able to easily commute within Kampala.
NB: All expenses paid only.
How to Apply:
Send us a detailed CV with a brief statement of why you wish to become a bid write to: catalysteastafrica@gmail.com.
Employer: Catalyst East Africa
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 10th August, 2013
Job Details;
Catalyst East Africa is seeking to recruit several established, experienced and successful Project Officer
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• You will need to be able to multi-task, work to your own initiative as well as be a part of a great team.
• The role will be office based and full time.
• You must be able to easily commute within Kampala.
NB: All expenses paid only.
How to Apply:
Send us a detailed CV with a brief statement of why you wish to become a bid write to: catalysteastafrica@gmail.com.
Regional Sales Manager Jobs at FINCA Energy Program FINCA International in Uganda
Job Title: Regional Sales Manager Eastern Uganda
Employer: FINCA Energy Program FINCA International
Duty Station: Uganda
Application Deadline: 15th Aug 2013
About FINCA:
FINCA International, one of the world's leading microfinance institutions, provides financial services to more than 1,000,000 clients through 22 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East. FINCA International is launching a large-scale micro-energy business in Uganda and eventually surrounding countries. FINCA International will promote the sales and distribution of renewable energy products (small solar solutions such as solar lanterns), with FINCA subsidiaries providing consumer and supply chain financing.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Renewable Energy or related discipline
•At least three years of experience in marketing & sales of consumer durable goods in the rural Ugandan market, with preferably specific knowledge of the rural solar market
•Highly beneficial if the candidate has experience in working in a business start-up scenario
•Fluency in English is required. Also, fluency in Lusoga (including other local languages common in Eastern Uganda) is a prerequisite. Knowledge of other local Ugandan languages are a plus.
•Experience in working in a demanding sales environment, where sales targets are a key performance indicator
•Experience in coaching and training micro-entrepreneurs/startup businesses/retailers or a comparable target group
•Proficiency in MS Office (Word and Excel) in order to set up periodically performance and progress reports
•Commitment to establishing a successful regional sales network
•Willingness to travel within the country (up to 80% of time), starting especially in the Eastern part of Uganda, but this can and will change over time
•Perseverance and determined to get things done: hands-on, but can quickly switch from strategy to implementation
•Capable to come up with innovative ideas to market among the rural target group and motivate entrepreneurs to become and remain active in marketing
•Energized by working directly with micro-entrepreneurs in rural Uganda, and marketing solar products in the field
•Have a hood understanding of the needs of a start-up program, so flexible and willing to perform duties beyond the scope of work
•Excellent networking skills: ability to coordinate with multiple partners on different levels, such as FINCA Uganda, international suppliers, micro-entrepreneurs, local community groups and parties that can help to reach the program’s sales objectives
•Strong interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills
Fit to FINCA’s desired corporate culture and values, and committed to furthering FINCA’s mission and vision. In particular, must demonstrate a commitment to transparency and integrity
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should go to the web link below and proceed with application if satisfied with full job requirements
Employer: FINCA Energy Program FINCA International
Duty Station: Uganda
Application Deadline: 15th Aug 2013
About FINCA:
FINCA International, one of the world's leading microfinance institutions, provides financial services to more than 1,000,000 clients through 22 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America and the Greater Middle East. FINCA International is launching a large-scale micro-energy business in Uganda and eventually surrounding countries. FINCA International will promote the sales and distribution of renewable energy products (small solar solutions such as solar lanterns), with FINCA subsidiaries providing consumer and supply chain financing.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Renewable Energy or related discipline
•At least three years of experience in marketing & sales of consumer durable goods in the rural Ugandan market, with preferably specific knowledge of the rural solar market
•Highly beneficial if the candidate has experience in working in a business start-up scenario
•Fluency in English is required. Also, fluency in Lusoga (including other local languages common in Eastern Uganda) is a prerequisite. Knowledge of other local Ugandan languages are a plus.
•Experience in working in a demanding sales environment, where sales targets are a key performance indicator
•Experience in coaching and training micro-entrepreneurs/startup businesses/retailers or a comparable target group
•Proficiency in MS Office (Word and Excel) in order to set up periodically performance and progress reports
•Commitment to establishing a successful regional sales network
•Willingness to travel within the country (up to 80% of time), starting especially in the Eastern part of Uganda, but this can and will change over time
•Perseverance and determined to get things done: hands-on, but can quickly switch from strategy to implementation
•Capable to come up with innovative ideas to market among the rural target group and motivate entrepreneurs to become and remain active in marketing
•Energized by working directly with micro-entrepreneurs in rural Uganda, and marketing solar products in the field
•Have a hood understanding of the needs of a start-up program, so flexible and willing to perform duties beyond the scope of work
•Excellent networking skills: ability to coordinate with multiple partners on different levels, such as FINCA Uganda, international suppliers, micro-entrepreneurs, local community groups and parties that can help to reach the program’s sales objectives
•Strong interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills
Fit to FINCA’s desired corporate culture and values, and committed to furthering FINCA’s mission and vision. In particular, must demonstrate a commitment to transparency and integrity
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should go to the web link below and proceed with application if satisfied with full job requirements
Jobs in Uganda at Spedag Interfreight Uganda Ltd
Job Title: Auditor
Employer: Spedag Interfreight Uganda Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 14th August 2013.
Job Details;
Spedag Interfreight Uganda Ltd is the leading clearing, forwarding and freight logistics company in Uganda
Duties and Responsibilities:
•Review All Job File records in the company's financial system against physical documents (files) to ensure that they are accurate and complete
•Verify all costs incurred on each job file to ensure that they are correct and have been billed to relevant parties as appropriate and applicable.
•Liaise with all operations and section heads and accounts staff to ensure that any discrepancies noted during job file audit are resolved in a timely manner
•Prepare monthly lists of reconciled file records and ensure Heads reconcile un invoiced files on time.
•Perform month end adjustments (accruals and prepayments) on job file accounts to facilitate accurate and timely preparation of periodic financial statements of accounts
•Make monthly reports of gross profit/ indicating reasons for any variations.
•Close all complete files in the system using the IT programme provided and sign off on all physical tiles closed.
•Provide sound advice to Management on effectiveness and relevance of all controls.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The Auditor should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Business Computing, Statistics, Economics or equivalent with a bias in accounting and or auditing is an added advantage.
•Basic knowledge in the clearing and forwarding industry is an added advantage.
•Computer literacy skills particularly in financial systems
•At least two to five years in relevant field
•Ability to work independently
•Assertive and confident
•Ability to critically analyze data,
•Pro active attitude
•Integrity and discretion
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae including 3 referees, Copies of academic documents and application letter to; the Human Resources Department, ug.vacancies@spedaginterfreight.com or via post to Spedag Interfreight Uganda LTD, P.O. Box 4555 Kampala , Uganda
NB: Only short listed candidates will he contacted.
Employer: Spedag Interfreight Uganda Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 14th August 2013.
Job Details;
Spedag Interfreight Uganda Ltd is the leading clearing, forwarding and freight logistics company in Uganda
Duties and Responsibilities:
•Review All Job File records in the company's financial system against physical documents (files) to ensure that they are accurate and complete
•Verify all costs incurred on each job file to ensure that they are correct and have been billed to relevant parties as appropriate and applicable.
•Liaise with all operations and section heads and accounts staff to ensure that any discrepancies noted during job file audit are resolved in a timely manner
•Prepare monthly lists of reconciled file records and ensure Heads reconcile un invoiced files on time.
•Perform month end adjustments (accruals and prepayments) on job file accounts to facilitate accurate and timely preparation of periodic financial statements of accounts
•Make monthly reports of gross profit/ indicating reasons for any variations.
•Close all complete files in the system using the IT programme provided and sign off on all physical tiles closed.
•Provide sound advice to Management on effectiveness and relevance of all controls.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The Auditor should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Business Computing, Statistics, Economics or equivalent with a bias in accounting and or auditing is an added advantage.
•Basic knowledge in the clearing and forwarding industry is an added advantage.
•Computer literacy skills particularly in financial systems
•At least two to five years in relevant field
•Ability to work independently
•Assertive and confident
•Ability to critically analyze data,
•Pro active attitude
•Integrity and discretion
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae including 3 referees, Copies of academic documents and application letter to; the Human Resources Department, ug.vacancies@spedaginterfreight.com or via post to Spedag Interfreight Uganda LTD, P.O. Box 4555 Kampala , Uganda
NB: Only short listed candidates will he contacted.
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