Job title: F2F Volunteer Support Officer.
Employment type: Full time.
Location: Uganda, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Job category: NGO/Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
Min. years of experience: 2 years.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Supervise and coordinate all In-country logistics for volunteer assignments, including airport pick-up and drop-off, all In-country travel arrangements and accommodations.
• Serve as the in-country contact for volunteers regarding in-country logistics Liaise with the host organizations to ensure the logistics for volunteers are in place and seamless.
• Work directly with Baltimore-based F2F Volunteer Coordinator to coordinate International and in-country travel, and other volunteer needs or requests.
• The job holder will also be responsible for all In-country problem-solving regarding in-country travel and accommodations
• Assist the F2F Program Country Director to manage relationships with volunteer hosts and in-country partner organizations
• Coordinate relationship building efforts including host visits and departments in the CRS office.
• Coordinate the logistics for the development of media Information gathering, promotional events and other activities related to the in-country role in CRS promotion of the F2F Program.
• Accompany all volunteers to their host locations and travel to host sites as needed
• Assist volunteer In her/his reimbursement form processing at end of volunteer assignment
• Maintain contact with the other three F2F CRS Country Programs and Offices when developing media information, promotional events and other activities related to promotion of the F2F Program.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
• At least three to five experience in travel coordination and customer service
• Strong organizational skills
• Offer high degree of professionalism
• Maintain positive attitude while solving problems and interacting with internal and external contacts
• The applicant should preferably be a former volunteer, intern or possess fellow management experience
• Models stewardship
• Builds constructive relationships
• Possess a high degree of integrity
• Promotes learning
• Proven discretion with confidential issues.
• Ability to work independently to solve problems amicably
• Strong networking, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage priorities
• Excellent team ethic and flexibility
• The applicant should possess the ability to work with a diverse cast of stakeholders
• Computer proficiency particularly Microsoft Office Suite
How to apply:
If you are Interested and meet these minimum qualifications, please submit CV, cover letter, and three work references (names and contact information only) to ReliefUgJobs@gmail.com
NB: Ugandan nationals are encouraged to apply. This position is contingent upon CRS being awarded the contract and acceptance of the candidate by the donor.
F2F County Program in Uganda is an equal opportunity organization. For more information, Please visit www.crs.org
Closing date: September 27, 2013 - 5pm.
Wednesday 25 September 2013
Finance Manager Job Vacancy at Education & Training Company in Uganda
Job Title: Finance Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Financial Management:
• Lead organization’s Uganda financial operations to ensure timely monthly financial reporting and proper financial controls.
• Manage financial accounting firm, bill payments, and petty cash transactions
• Run budgeting, financial reporting and expense analysis process to ensure adherence to budget
• Evaluate operations to identify cost containment and increased revenue opportunities, and recommend operational changes to senior leadership team.
2. Facilitate Strategic Planning Process:
• Facilitate the development and tracking of organization-wide annual goals
• Make strategic recommendations and advise on cost structuring and plans of senior leadership
• Manage budget and project goal progress and produce variance reports
3. Leadership of Administrative Team:
• Develop and train a team of four to facilitate all administrative needs
• Direct strategy for office(s) and facilities maintenance, including the creation of a central filing system, equipment and supplies inventory, and provision of contract services
• Manage all Information & Communication Technology systems and planning
4. Logistics:
• Coordinate procurement, including systems to receive and inspect inventory, issue or request payment from vendors, receive and analyze bids, research of products and services
• Oversee coordination of large events and group visits
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should possess 3-6 years experience managing logistics, finance and/or operations functions
• Superb organizational and systems-building skills
• Work experience at a large (50+ person) organization or one that has achieved significant growth
• Proven track record of internal motivation for high achievement
• Strong desire to work in a youthful, energetic, fast-changing work environment
• Love for youth and strong value of education
• Proven ability to overcome challenges, both strategic and logistical, and a willingness to do whatever it takes to push a project to completion
• Experience in managing, mentoring and developing inexperienced staff
• Strong ability to communicate with diverse groups, explain opinions and positions to foster mutual understanding and respect, use empathy to persuade others, keep key people informed, and facilitate a positive and productive group dynamic
Terms and Compensation:
Compensation based on experience. Two-year beginning contract with opportunity to renew. Health insurance benefit.
How to Apply:
Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.
Write an Application letter and CV/Resume.
Merge these two documents into one document in either word or PDF format.
Do not attach or send any scanned documents. These are sometimes too large for our inbox.
Send your application, please click "Apply to Position"
Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Financial Management:
• Lead organization’s Uganda financial operations to ensure timely monthly financial reporting and proper financial controls.
• Manage financial accounting firm, bill payments, and petty cash transactions
• Run budgeting, financial reporting and expense analysis process to ensure adherence to budget
• Evaluate operations to identify cost containment and increased revenue opportunities, and recommend operational changes to senior leadership team.
2. Facilitate Strategic Planning Process:
• Facilitate the development and tracking of organization-wide annual goals
• Make strategic recommendations and advise on cost structuring and plans of senior leadership
• Manage budget and project goal progress and produce variance reports
3. Leadership of Administrative Team:
• Develop and train a team of four to facilitate all administrative needs
• Direct strategy for office(s) and facilities maintenance, including the creation of a central filing system, equipment and supplies inventory, and provision of contract services
• Manage all Information & Communication Technology systems and planning
4. Logistics:
• Coordinate procurement, including systems to receive and inspect inventory, issue or request payment from vendors, receive and analyze bids, research of products and services
• Oversee coordination of large events and group visits
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should possess 3-6 years experience managing logistics, finance and/or operations functions
• Superb organizational and systems-building skills
• Work experience at a large (50+ person) organization or one that has achieved significant growth
• Proven track record of internal motivation for high achievement
• Strong desire to work in a youthful, energetic, fast-changing work environment
• Love for youth and strong value of education
• Proven ability to overcome challenges, both strategic and logistical, and a willingness to do whatever it takes to push a project to completion
• Experience in managing, mentoring and developing inexperienced staff
• Strong ability to communicate with diverse groups, explain opinions and positions to foster mutual understanding and respect, use empathy to persuade others, keep key people informed, and facilitate a positive and productive group dynamic
Terms and Compensation:
Compensation based on experience. Two-year beginning contract with opportunity to renew. Health insurance benefit.
How to Apply:
Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.
Write an Application letter and CV/Resume.
Merge these two documents into one document in either word or PDF format.
Do not attach or send any scanned documents. These are sometimes too large for our inbox.
Send your application, please click "Apply to Position"
Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Regional Sales Manager Jobs in Uganda at Felix
Job Title: Area Sales Manager
Duty Station: West Nile Region, Uganda
About Fenix:
Fenix is a for-profit corporation based in San Francisco, California with customers across multiple markets and core expertise in power electronics, product design and base-of-the-pyramid marketing and is seeking to recruit a result driven and motivated individual for the vacancy below.
Job Summary:
Fenix International (http://www.fenixintl.com) is seeking a highly motivated, creative and experienced business development and sales manager to drive Uganda sales for the Fenix suite of renewable energy products. This person will work directly with the East Africa Regional Business Development & Sales Manager to manage existing sales relationships in Uganda, accelerate volume sales with early adopter customers, manage customer needs, manage new pilots, collect and analyze feedback, manage trainers and country technical staff, and run a country office with inventory. This person will also contribute to development of leads and business in new verticals and geographies, as well as new product definition and development.
This position offers an incredible opportunity to work with an elite team of business professionals and engineers and directly contribute to the success of a Silicon Valley startup. Candidates must have a passion for entrepreneurship, renewable energy and sustainable development in Frontier Markets. This position will be located in Uganda and require ~20% domestic travel. Some regional travel may also be necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Closely support product testing and pilots with multinational corporations, international NGOs, microfinance institutions, and local distribution partners
• Plan, manage and conduct product trainings
• Guide marketing and distribution of Fenix products in collaboration with partners to achieve sales and revenue targets
• Manage sales and scale pipeline by working closely with senior managers of local partners and East Africa Business Development & Sales Manager
• Collect, analyze and report feedback to contribute directly to Fenix product and business development strategy
• Work with East Africa Business Development & Sales Manager to contribute to forecasting future sales
• Plan, hire, train and manage a team of trainers and technical staff in Uganda
• Manage Uganda office and inventory.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
• The applicant should possess a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or any other relevant field.
• Three (3) years minimum work experience, ideally in business development or sales
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills (English)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Google Apps
• Ability and drive to work independently
• Business level competency of Western languages
• Technical fluency, such as engineering, computer science or other technical degree
• Marketing experience
• Good leadership experience
• Keen understanding of the mobile telecom and/or renewable energy industries in East Africa
• Understanding of rural BOP markets
• Ability to customize and clearly communicate the Fenix value proposition, including quantitative and qualitative benefits to the customer and the consumer, for written and verbal presentations
• Ability to manage a team of trainers & technical staff
• Ability to manage a country office and inventory
How to Apply:
Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.
Write an Application letter and CV/Resume.
Merge these two documents into one document in either word or PDF format.
Do not attach or send any scanned documents. These are sometimes too large for our inbox.
Send your application, please click "Apply to Position"
Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Duty Station: West Nile Region, Uganda
About Fenix:
Fenix is a for-profit corporation based in San Francisco, California with customers across multiple markets and core expertise in power electronics, product design and base-of-the-pyramid marketing and is seeking to recruit a result driven and motivated individual for the vacancy below.
Job Summary:
Fenix International (http://www.fenixintl.com) is seeking a highly motivated, creative and experienced business development and sales manager to drive Uganda sales for the Fenix suite of renewable energy products. This person will work directly with the East Africa Regional Business Development & Sales Manager to manage existing sales relationships in Uganda, accelerate volume sales with early adopter customers, manage customer needs, manage new pilots, collect and analyze feedback, manage trainers and country technical staff, and run a country office with inventory. This person will also contribute to development of leads and business in new verticals and geographies, as well as new product definition and development.
This position offers an incredible opportunity to work with an elite team of business professionals and engineers and directly contribute to the success of a Silicon Valley startup. Candidates must have a passion for entrepreneurship, renewable energy and sustainable development in Frontier Markets. This position will be located in Uganda and require ~20% domestic travel. Some regional travel may also be necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Closely support product testing and pilots with multinational corporations, international NGOs, microfinance institutions, and local distribution partners
• Plan, manage and conduct product trainings
• Guide marketing and distribution of Fenix products in collaboration with partners to achieve sales and revenue targets
• Manage sales and scale pipeline by working closely with senior managers of local partners and East Africa Business Development & Sales Manager
• Collect, analyze and report feedback to contribute directly to Fenix product and business development strategy
• Work with East Africa Business Development & Sales Manager to contribute to forecasting future sales
• Plan, hire, train and manage a team of trainers and technical staff in Uganda
• Manage Uganda office and inventory.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
• The applicant should possess a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or any other relevant field.
• Three (3) years minimum work experience, ideally in business development or sales
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills (English)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Google Apps
• Ability and drive to work independently
• Business level competency of Western languages
• Technical fluency, such as engineering, computer science or other technical degree
• Marketing experience
• Good leadership experience
• Keen understanding of the mobile telecom and/or renewable energy industries in East Africa
• Understanding of rural BOP markets
• Ability to customize and clearly communicate the Fenix value proposition, including quantitative and qualitative benefits to the customer and the consumer, for written and verbal presentations
• Ability to manage a team of trainers & technical staff
• Ability to manage a country office and inventory
How to Apply:
Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.
Write an Application letter and CV/Resume.
Merge these two documents into one document in either word or PDF format.
Do not attach or send any scanned documents. These are sometimes too large for our inbox.
Send your application, please click "Apply to Position"
Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Organization and Staff Development ManagerJob Vacancy at Umeme Limited in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Organization and Staff Development Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
• People development including competences and skills needs delivery
• Training school management
• Staff Budget development and management
• Contribute to CTO strategies and plans
• Design and Maintenance of dynamic organisation to deliver the CTO business plan
• Development of CTO Manpower Plan
• Creation and Maintenance of CTO people database for business use to include Trainings and SOR authorization
• Acquisition of staff for the organisation
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidate should hold a university Degree with 7 (seven) years experience in experience in people management.
• Good working knowledge of Engineering services and especially the categories of skills required.
• Knowledge of engineering and technical people resource market and IT skills.
• Possess a capacity to translate business needs into appropriate organisation designs and structures.
• Tenacious and determined in delivery of development programmes with ability to objectively select the right people for Engineering services
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their applications clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug .
NB: Please DO NOT send CVs. Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Duties and Responsibilities:
• People development including competences and skills needs delivery
• Training school management
• Staff Budget development and management
• Contribute to CTO strategies and plans
• Design and Maintenance of dynamic organisation to deliver the CTO business plan
• Development of CTO Manpower Plan
• Creation and Maintenance of CTO people database for business use to include Trainings and SOR authorization
• Acquisition of staff for the organisation
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidate should hold a university Degree with 7 (seven) years experience in experience in people management.
• Good working knowledge of Engineering services and especially the categories of skills required.
• Knowledge of engineering and technical people resource market and IT skills.
• Possess a capacity to translate business needs into appropriate organisation designs and structures.
• Tenacious and determined in delivery of development programmes with ability to objectively select the right people for Engineering services
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their applications clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to recruit.hr@umeme.co.ug .
NB: Please DO NOT send CVs. Please indicate the job you are applying for in the subject line.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Research Consultants Jobs at Marie Stopes Uganda (MSU) in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Research Consultants / Firms
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Take lead or assist with the design and development of research and evaluation study designs, protocols and data collection instruments
• Train Research Assistants, Supervisors and Data Entrants
• Supervise data collection, entry and cleaning
• Perform quality assurance during data collection and entry
• Perform data analysis
• Prepare or assist in preparation of results for reports, publications and/or presentations
• Perform any other duties assigned by MSU
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidate should possess a post graduate qualifications in social sciences, public health, epidemiology, research, monitoring
• Experience in planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting national and community health-intervention programs is required.
• Experience in working with the private sector and NGOs is desired.
• Familiarity in conducting population studies is desired
• The candidates should be flexible, innovative and with excellent writing skills and strategic thinking.
• Previous publications in peered reviewed journals will be an added advantage
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their applications with updated CVs and cover letters by email to jobs.applications@mariestopes.or.ug / jobs@mariestopes.or.ug or post to the Senior Manager, People and Development, Plot 1020, Kisugu-Muyenga, P.O Box 10431, Kampala-Uganda quoting the position title
Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Take lead or assist with the design and development of research and evaluation study designs, protocols and data collection instruments
• Train Research Assistants, Supervisors and Data Entrants
• Supervise data collection, entry and cleaning
• Perform quality assurance during data collection and entry
• Perform data analysis
• Prepare or assist in preparation of results for reports, publications and/or presentations
• Perform any other duties assigned by MSU
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidate should possess a post graduate qualifications in social sciences, public health, epidemiology, research, monitoring
• Experience in planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting national and community health-intervention programs is required.
• Experience in working with the private sector and NGOs is desired.
• Familiarity in conducting population studies is desired
• The candidates should be flexible, innovative and with excellent writing skills and strategic thinking.
• Previous publications in peered reviewed journals will be an added advantage
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their applications with updated CVs and cover letters by email to jobs.applications@mariestopes.or.ug / jobs@mariestopes.or.ug or post to the Senior Manager, People and Development, Plot 1020, Kisugu-Muyenga, P.O Box 10431, Kampala-Uganda quoting the position title
Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013
Community Services Assistant Job Vacancy at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Job Title: Community Services Assistant
Duty Station: Rwamwanja, Uganda
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Assist in working with host communities to involve national civil society groups in improving the protection of persons of concern
• Offer support implementing and operational partners as well as with displaced and local communities to develop community-owned activities to address the social, educational, psycho-social, cultural, health, organisational and livelihood concerns as well as child protection and prevention and response to GBV.
• Assist in analyzing protection risk and capacities of communities of concern.
• Support participatory assessments and ongoing consultation with persons of concern
• Collect data for monitoring of programmes and budgets for the AGD perspective
• Accompany and interpret for senior management in their contacts with local interlocutors
• Draft and type routine correspondence, documents and reports using word processing equipment and maintain up-to-date filing systems
• Assist in the enforcement of participatory AGD sensitive analysis as an essential basis for all of UNHCR’s work
• Take lead in the identification of individuals and groups to prioritize for counselling and field visits in an agreed criteria
• Perform other duties as instructed.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
• The prospective employee should have completed secondary education and possess post-secondary training in social sciences or social work.
• The candidate should possess at least three years previous job experience in a related or similar job role
• Personal Competencies:
• Computer literacy skills
• Fluency in both written and oral English.
• Knowledge of another UN or local language
How to Apply:
All Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their applications, under confidential cover, quoting the Post No addressed to:
The Senior Administrative/ Finance Officer,
UNHCR Representation in Uganda,
P.O. Box, 3813,
Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 3rd Oct 2013
Duty Station: Rwamwanja, Uganda
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Assist in working with host communities to involve national civil society groups in improving the protection of persons of concern
• Offer support implementing and operational partners as well as with displaced and local communities to develop community-owned activities to address the social, educational, psycho-social, cultural, health, organisational and livelihood concerns as well as child protection and prevention and response to GBV.
• Assist in analyzing protection risk and capacities of communities of concern.
• Support participatory assessments and ongoing consultation with persons of concern
• Collect data for monitoring of programmes and budgets for the AGD perspective
• Accompany and interpret for senior management in their contacts with local interlocutors
• Draft and type routine correspondence, documents and reports using word processing equipment and maintain up-to-date filing systems
• Assist in the enforcement of participatory AGD sensitive analysis as an essential basis for all of UNHCR’s work
• Take lead in the identification of individuals and groups to prioritize for counselling and field visits in an agreed criteria
• Perform other duties as instructed.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
• The prospective employee should have completed secondary education and possess post-secondary training in social sciences or social work.
• The candidate should possess at least three years previous job experience in a related or similar job role
• Personal Competencies:
• Computer literacy skills
• Fluency in both written and oral English.
• Knowledge of another UN or local language
How to Apply:
All Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their applications, under confidential cover, quoting the Post No addressed to:
The Senior Administrative/ Finance Officer,
UNHCR Representation in Uganda,
P.O. Box, 3813,
Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 3rd Oct 2013
Project Development Assistant Job Vacancy at United States Embassy in Uganda
Job Title: Project Development Assistant
Vacancy Number: 087/2013
Salary Grade: FSN-8 (Ug shs. 38,988,039 to 58,134,949 p.a. inclusive of allowances).
Job Summary:
The Development Assistant’s primary responsibility is to offer administrative and project support to members of the assigned team, up to the limits of his/her training and skill level. This may include assistance with administrative tasks, management, implementation, and helping direct any of the program/project activities within the teams.
For a full job description, please visit the link below with all duties and responsibilities on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidate should possess a university degree in business, business administration, economics, finance, or similar field.
• At least five years of substantive administrative experience.
• Language Requirement: Must be fluent in the English language. Fluency in Luganda is desirable.
• A practical knowledge of business correspondence, database management, and budget preparation.
• Good understanding of the public health issues related to HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, family planning, maternal and child health, gender based violence, youth, orphans and vulnerable children and women’s empowerment in Uganda are desired.
• Ability to develop and maintain a range of working--level and management-level contacts on public health related topics, in government, non-governmental, and private-sector circles.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and coordinate well with others.
• Excellent office management skills and experience are required in order to support the assigned team and the overall Health HIV/AIDS and Education Office in developing and implementing effective USAID/Uganda programs/projects, including financial and administrative skills sufficient to track the performance of implementing partners and program/project activities.
• The work requires skills in the following areas: office management; administration; financial tracking; budgeting; and computers, including Word, Excel, Power Point and database software.
• Exceptional verbal and writing skills, tact, and diplomacy are also required, in order to establish and maintain effective working relationships within USAID and with the public and private sector.
How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:
Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download it Here.
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov
NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone: 0414-306001/259-791/5
The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Vacancy Number: 087/2013
Salary Grade: FSN-8 (Ug shs. 38,988,039 to 58,134,949 p.a. inclusive of allowances).
Job Summary:
The Development Assistant’s primary responsibility is to offer administrative and project support to members of the assigned team, up to the limits of his/her training and skill level. This may include assistance with administrative tasks, management, implementation, and helping direct any of the program/project activities within the teams.
For a full job description, please visit the link below with all duties and responsibilities on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidate should possess a university degree in business, business administration, economics, finance, or similar field.
• At least five years of substantive administrative experience.
• Language Requirement: Must be fluent in the English language. Fluency in Luganda is desirable.
• A practical knowledge of business correspondence, database management, and budget preparation.
• Good understanding of the public health issues related to HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, family planning, maternal and child health, gender based violence, youth, orphans and vulnerable children and women’s empowerment in Uganda are desired.
• Ability to develop and maintain a range of working--level and management-level contacts on public health related topics, in government, non-governmental, and private-sector circles.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and coordinate well with others.
• Excellent office management skills and experience are required in order to support the assigned team and the overall Health HIV/AIDS and Education Office in developing and implementing effective USAID/Uganda programs/projects, including financial and administrative skills sufficient to track the performance of implementing partners and program/project activities.
• The work requires skills in the following areas: office management; administration; financial tracking; budgeting; and computers, including Word, Excel, Power Point and database software.
• Exceptional verbal and writing skills, tact, and diplomacy are also required, in order to establish and maintain effective working relationships within USAID and with the public and private sector.
How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:
Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download it Here.
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov
NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone: 0414-306001/259-791/5
The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Marketing Officers Job Vacancies at Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)in Kampala
Job Title: Public Relations and Marketing (3 positions)
Graduate Trainee Opportunities;
Come and launch an amazing career with us!!!
Are you looking for an opportunity to join an engaging and inspiring institution that will allow you maximize your talent and enjoy a fulfilling career? Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) wishes to extend this opportunity to fresh graduates with proven integrity, exceptional energy, self-motivation and drive for results, client orientation and passion to learn and excel. The URA graduate trainee program is aimed at identifying exceptional talent and providing enriching on the job training and development programmes with a view of creating a professional and efficient work force.
What we value and how we work together is defined by our people with aspirations and individuality, who share the same vision and values who are committed and talented.
Your career growth will be constantly supported by the variety of learning opportunities we offer our people. To be able to stay on top of our business, URA is determined to keep attracting such outstanding people, and we believe you can be one of them.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The Candidates should possess honour’s degree in any of the following fields; Mass Communication, Marketing, International Relations and Diplomacy, Graphic Design, Media and Public Relations from a recognized university
• Additional Relevant Qualifications will be an added advantage
How to Apply:
All candidates interested with working with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) should send their applications through our website below.
Please visit the URA website provided to view all available opportunities and to complete the application forms under the link for "CAREERS". Remember to Create a Profile If you don’t have one on the URA website.
NOTE:
URA will ONLY consider online applications.
Applicants without Academic Transcripts will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be published on the URA website.
Application Deadline: 12th Oct 2013
Graduate Trainee Opportunities;
Come and launch an amazing career with us!!!
Are you looking for an opportunity to join an engaging and inspiring institution that will allow you maximize your talent and enjoy a fulfilling career? Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) wishes to extend this opportunity to fresh graduates with proven integrity, exceptional energy, self-motivation and drive for results, client orientation and passion to learn and excel. The URA graduate trainee program is aimed at identifying exceptional talent and providing enriching on the job training and development programmes with a view of creating a professional and efficient work force.
What we value and how we work together is defined by our people with aspirations and individuality, who share the same vision and values who are committed and talented.
Your career growth will be constantly supported by the variety of learning opportunities we offer our people. To be able to stay on top of our business, URA is determined to keep attracting such outstanding people, and we believe you can be one of them.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The Candidates should possess honour’s degree in any of the following fields; Mass Communication, Marketing, International Relations and Diplomacy, Graphic Design, Media and Public Relations from a recognized university
• Additional Relevant Qualifications will be an added advantage
How to Apply:
All candidates interested with working with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) should send their applications through our website below.
Please visit the URA website provided to view all available opportunities and to complete the application forms under the link for "CAREERS". Remember to Create a Profile If you don’t have one on the URA website.
NOTE:
URA will ONLY consider online applications.
Applicants without Academic Transcripts will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be published on the URA website.
Application Deadline: 12th Oct 2013
Media Monitoring Services Vacancies at Uganda Health Marketing Group in Kampala
Job Title: Media Monitoring Services
Duties;
• Monitor placement of radio and TV spot adverts on regional and national radio TV stations .
• Monitor sponsored properties and placement of other sponsorship benefits. (Sponsor boards, endorsements, announcements, spot ads and others )
• Monitor and qualify print , PR, outdoor and social media in completing the mass media
• Generate monthly customized hard and electronic reports for each campaign where applicable .
Required;
• Company Profile with references on similar services provided in the past five years and any subsequent letters of recommendation
• Certificate of Incorporation
• URA tax registration certificates
• Technical & Financial proposals broken down by media as stipulated in 1-4 above
How to apply:
Please submit sealed proposals to the Head of Procurement , Uganda Health Marketing Group , Plot 20-21 & 27-28 Martyrs Crescent , Ntinda , P. O. Box 4553 Kampala , with media envelopes clearly marked media monitoring proposal
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Duties;
• Monitor placement of radio and TV spot adverts on regional and national radio TV stations .
• Monitor sponsored properties and placement of other sponsorship benefits. (Sponsor boards, endorsements, announcements, spot ads and others )
• Monitor and qualify print , PR, outdoor and social media in completing the mass media
• Generate monthly customized hard and electronic reports for each campaign where applicable .
Required;
• Company Profile with references on similar services provided in the past five years and any subsequent letters of recommendation
• Certificate of Incorporation
• URA tax registration certificates
• Technical & Financial proposals broken down by media as stipulated in 1-4 above
How to apply:
Please submit sealed proposals to the Head of Procurement , Uganda Health Marketing Group , Plot 20-21 & 27-28 Martyrs Crescent , Ntinda , P. O. Box 4553 Kampala , with media envelopes clearly marked media monitoring proposal
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Research coordinator Job Vacancy at BRAC Uganda in Kampala
Job Title: Research coordinator
Requirement:
• Postgraduate degree, preferably Ph.D, in economics, agricultural economics, development economics, sociology, anthropology, rural development, or any other related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in conducting social science or economic field research. Experience in Africa is strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience supervising data collection, teams of field workers, and survey design and implementation.
• Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies.
• Experience in conducting field research in developing countries.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• Experience with presenting research findings at public forums, including to nonresearch focused audiences.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English
• Excellent analytical and demonstrated ability to write reports and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to combine quantitative and participatory research methods.
Desired start date: Preferably starting by January 2014 with 3 year commitment period.
Candidates of any nationality are eligible.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are requested to email to
brac.africa.reu@gmail.com attaching CV and a cover letter. In the subject line, please
write “Research Coordinator”. Or ‘‘Research Manager” depending on the position
applied for.
Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013
Requirement:
• Postgraduate degree, preferably Ph.D, in economics, agricultural economics, development economics, sociology, anthropology, rural development, or any other related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in conducting social science or economic field research. Experience in Africa is strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience supervising data collection, teams of field workers, and survey design and implementation.
• Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies.
• Experience in conducting field research in developing countries.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• Experience with presenting research findings at public forums, including to nonresearch focused audiences.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English
• Excellent analytical and demonstrated ability to write reports and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to combine quantitative and participatory research methods.
Desired start date: Preferably starting by January 2014 with 3 year commitment period.
Candidates of any nationality are eligible.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are requested to email to
brac.africa.reu@gmail.com attaching CV and a cover letter. In the subject line, please
write “Research Coordinator”. Or ‘‘Research Manager” depending on the position
applied for.
Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013
Chief Relationship Officer Job Vacancy at Future Options Consulting Ltd in Kampala
Job Title: Chief Relationship Officer
Requirements:
• Bachelors degree in any field
• Professional training in banking and finance
• years of banking experience in credit , 5 of which should have been at a senior or middle management level
• Good communication skills
• Analytical , problem solving and decision making skills
Responsibilities:
• Develop the overall product , business growth and sales objectives and plans, and monitor performance against the strategic business growth plan .
• Responsible for the growth of the bank’s loan portfolio, ensuring growth and quality targets are met at all branches .
• Carry out business development initiatives to seek out and target new customers and new sales opportunities
How to apply:
All interested candidates are invited to send their applications enclosing curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates along with the names and contacts of three referees. Applications should be sent by post , courier, hand delivery or e-mail so as to reach in the anticipated time to;
The Director Executive Recruitments,
Future Options Consulting Ltd,
4th Floor, Diamond Trust Building , Kampala Road,
P. O. Box: 34934,
Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 30th Oct 2013
Requirements:
• Bachelors degree in any field
• Professional training in banking and finance
• years of banking experience in credit , 5 of which should have been at a senior or middle management level
• Good communication skills
• Analytical , problem solving and decision making skills
Responsibilities:
• Develop the overall product , business growth and sales objectives and plans, and monitor performance against the strategic business growth plan .
• Responsible for the growth of the bank’s loan portfolio, ensuring growth and quality targets are met at all branches .
• Carry out business development initiatives to seek out and target new customers and new sales opportunities
How to apply:
All interested candidates are invited to send their applications enclosing curriculum vitae, academic and professional certificates along with the names and contacts of three referees. Applications should be sent by post , courier, hand delivery or e-mail so as to reach in the anticipated time to;
The Director Executive Recruitments,
Future Options Consulting Ltd,
4th Floor, Diamond Trust Building , Kampala Road,
P. O. Box: 34934,
Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 30th Oct 2013
General Manager Job Vacancy at Muhavura Extraction Limited (Mel) in Kampala
Job Title: General Manager
Muhavura Extraction Limited (MEL) is a private company focused on growing, and processing pyrethrum. MEL is a subsidiary of MGK, a global leader for Pyrethrum.
MGK headquarters is in Minnesota, USA and does business in over 50 countries world-wide. www.mgk.com, www.pyrerthrum.com.
MEL’s headquarters is located at its modern pyrethrum processing/extraction plant in Kabale, Uganda.
Over the next few years MEL plans to expand its Pyrethrum production to take full advantage of this modern processing facility.
Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree from a recognized University, a Masters in Business Administration will be an advantage;
• At least 5 years experience in a senior management position in an agricultural or manufacturing establishment;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including English;
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to interact professionally with diverse staff, contacts including local government officials, farmers representatives, farmers, suppliers both locally and internationally.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Apply now
Muhavura Extraction Limited (MEL) is a private company focused on growing, and processing pyrethrum. MEL is a subsidiary of MGK, a global leader for Pyrethrum.
MGK headquarters is in Minnesota, USA and does business in over 50 countries world-wide. www.mgk.com, www.pyrerthrum.com.
MEL’s headquarters is located at its modern pyrethrum processing/extraction plant in Kabale, Uganda.
Over the next few years MEL plans to expand its Pyrethrum production to take full advantage of this modern processing facility.
Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree from a recognized University, a Masters in Business Administration will be an advantage;
• At least 5 years experience in a senior management position in an agricultural or manufacturing establishment;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including English;
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to interact professionally with diverse staff, contacts including local government officials, farmers representatives, farmers, suppliers both locally and internationally.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Apply now
Research Manager Job Vacancy at BRAC Uganda in Kampala
Job title: Research Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Create and maintain in-house databases of relevant material, including completed and on-going BRAC Uganda research projects and external data such as journal articles or
• Uganda Bureau of Statistics data Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal training opportunities
• Develop and maintain the research department’s web presence
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share findings with a variety of outside audiences
• Liaise with other development and research institutions to foster collaboration in ongoing and potential projects
• Present research findings and projects at a variety of public forums, including to non research focused audiences
• Assist with data analysis on various research projects, when necessary and time allowing
• Undertake independent research projects, time allowing
• Developing a knowledge sharing strategy within the research unit and the BRAC
• Uganda office, as well as a strategy for disseminating Research Unit findings and information to a wider audience.
• Organize and facilitate monthly research team meetings
• Revise and edit research department reports and working papers
• Use research department data and writings to create research previews, research summaries, technical reports, and other documents for a variety of audiences
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share information with BRAC Programme Management
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related discipline
• At least 5 years of work experience in a research capacity or with a development organization
• Proven track record of excellent written pieces in popular media
• Advanced written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences and purposes including blogs, academic journals, print media, etc.
• Microsoft Office proficiency and some experience with data analysis software such as
• Nvivo or STATA
• Familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
• Experience managing complex projects
Age limit: Candidates between the ages of 30-40 are preferred.
How to apply:
Applications need to be sent before 30th September, 2013. Desired start date: As soon as possible. Candidates of any nationality are eligible. Interested candidates are requested to email to brac.africa.reu@gmail.com attaching CV and a cover letter. In the subject line, please write “Research Coordinator”. Or ‘‘Research Manager” depending on the position applied for.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Create and maintain in-house databases of relevant material, including completed and on-going BRAC Uganda research projects and external data such as journal articles or
• Uganda Bureau of Statistics data Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal training opportunities
• Develop and maintain the research department’s web presence
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share findings with a variety of outside audiences
• Liaise with other development and research institutions to foster collaboration in ongoing and potential projects
• Present research findings and projects at a variety of public forums, including to non research focused audiences
• Assist with data analysis on various research projects, when necessary and time allowing
• Undertake independent research projects, time allowing
• Developing a knowledge sharing strategy within the research unit and the BRAC
• Uganda office, as well as a strategy for disseminating Research Unit findings and information to a wider audience.
• Organize and facilitate monthly research team meetings
• Revise and edit research department reports and working papers
• Use research department data and writings to create research previews, research summaries, technical reports, and other documents for a variety of audiences
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share information with BRAC Programme Management
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related discipline
• At least 5 years of work experience in a research capacity or with a development organization
• Proven track record of excellent written pieces in popular media
• Advanced written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences and purposes including blogs, academic journals, print media, etc.
• Microsoft Office proficiency and some experience with data analysis software such as
• Nvivo or STATA
• Familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
• Experience managing complex projects
Age limit: Candidates between the ages of 30-40 are preferred.
How to apply:
Applications need to be sent before 30th September, 2013. Desired start date: As soon as possible. Candidates of any nationality are eligible. Interested candidates are requested to email to brac.africa.reu@gmail.com attaching CV and a cover letter. In the subject line, please write “Research Coordinator”. Or ‘‘Research Manager” depending on the position applied for.
Application Deadline: 30th Sept 2013
Project Mentor Job Vacancy at AFENET Uganda in Kampala
Job Title: Project Mentor
Responsibilities:
• Mentor and support district-level Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) and surveillance officers in the completion of field project in Central region .
• Provide supportive supervision and on-line job training of district staff as needed .
• Assist with VPD outbreak investigations and response.
Qualifications:
• Minimum requirements
• Master’s Degree in medical related field preferably MPH
• At least two years experience in routine immunization and/or disease surveillance
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with multiple stakeholders
• Ability and experience in setting priorities , developing action plans , data analysis mentoring /training
How to apply:
All submit your resume, application letter, and relevant documentation to;
The Administration & Human Resource Office
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
Email: sec@afenet.net
Application Deadline: 28th Sept 2013
Responsibilities:
• Mentor and support district-level Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) and surveillance officers in the completion of field project in Central region .
• Provide supportive supervision and on-line job training of district staff as needed .
• Assist with VPD outbreak investigations and response.
Qualifications:
• Minimum requirements
• Master’s Degree in medical related field preferably MPH
• At least two years experience in routine immunization and/or disease surveillance
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working with multiple stakeholders
• Ability and experience in setting priorities , developing action plans , data analysis mentoring /training
How to apply:
All submit your resume, application letter, and relevant documentation to;
The Administration & Human Resource Office
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)
Email: sec@afenet.net
Application Deadline: 28th Sept 2013
Public Relations and Communication Manager Job Vacancy at National Water and Sewerage Corporation in Kampala Uganda
Job Title: Manager (Public Relations and Communication)
Qualifications;
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Law, Marketing or Business studies or any other related field .
• Post Graduate qualification in a relevant field
Competencies;
• The individual must be a strong communicator , have excellent written , presentation and communication and interpersonal skills
• Possesses strong leadership skills , be able to motivate and influence others .
• Be able to think creatively and strategically , have excellent judgement and be able to work in a changing environment
Experience;
• Minimum of seven years work experience with four years at senior management level in a large organization.
• Demonstrated experience in design and execution of communication and public relations activities .
• Experience in developing and managing budgets
How to apply:
All interested individual sliver they should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualification addressed to the Human Resource Manager, P. O. Box 7053, Kampala
Human Resource Manager, P. O. Box 7053, Kampala or hand deliver them at our Head Office Plot 39 Jinja Road
Application Deadline: 11th Oct 2013
Qualifications;
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Law, Marketing or Business studies or any other related field .
• Post Graduate qualification in a relevant field
Competencies;
• The individual must be a strong communicator , have excellent written , presentation and communication and interpersonal skills
• Possesses strong leadership skills , be able to motivate and influence others .
• Be able to think creatively and strategically , have excellent judgement and be able to work in a changing environment
Experience;
• Minimum of seven years work experience with four years at senior management level in a large organization.
• Demonstrated experience in design and execution of communication and public relations activities .
• Experience in developing and managing budgets
How to apply:
All interested individual sliver they should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualification addressed to the Human Resource Manager, P. O. Box 7053, Kampala
Human Resource Manager, P. O. Box 7053, Kampala or hand deliver them at our Head Office Plot 39 Jinja Road
Application Deadline: 11th Oct 2013
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