Job Title: Assistant Accountant
About UNADA:
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA) is the national apex organization for all agro-input dealers in Uganda registered under the NGO statute in 2003. UNADA believes that the private sector input dealers are the engine of growth for the Ugandan agricultural sector and are a prime force behind the modernization of Uganda’s agriculture and the achievement of national food security. Our mission is “to represent, network and empower member Agra- dealers to operate sustainable profitable businesses providing quality agro- vet inputs and services to farmers.” UNADA has over 1,000 members organized in regions and district-level branches. It provides skills development, credit linkages, market development, market linkages, policy and advocacy services to respond to the changing needs of the Agro Input sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Develop timely financial reports
•Consolidate budgets and funds flow for the organization
•Review financial transactions, cash management, payroll, payables and inventory receivables in accordance with donor and accounting standards of UNADA.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
•The candidates should possess a Degree in Commerce or Business Administration(Accounting Option)
•S/he should possess at least a year’s experience in a reputable organization
•Must be self driven, results-oriented, flexible, customer focused, innovative and an excellent team player
•Proficiency in accounting computer packages i.e. Quickbooks will be an added advantage
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates for the above post should submit their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates, names and address of three referees and a day time contact telephone number to UNADA. The applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)
Plot 16 A, Martyrs’ Way / UNEB Road / Ntinda
P. O. Box 7634, Kampala, Uganda.
Or via E-mail: unada@unada.org
UNADA is an equal opportunity employer and any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.
All applications should be delivered to the above address during official working hours
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted
Deadline: 30th September 2013
Thursday 26 September 2013
System Operations Manager Job Vacancy at Umeme Limited in Kampala
Job Title: System Operations Manager
About Umeme:
Umeme Limited is an Electricity Distribution Company listed on the Uganda and Nairobi Securities Exchange, with Actis’ Infrastructure 2 fund as a majority investor. Actis is a leading investor in the emerging markets, managing over US$4.8bn worth of investment on behalf of more than 100 institutional investors, including the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC), a UK Government owned company.
Job Summary:
The System Operations Manager will be managing the operation of Umeme’s electricity MV network in a safe and reliable way
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Manual and Automatic switching operations to approved standards and regulations
•Ensuring maintenance of voltage, frequency and power factor standards
•Responding promptly to all alerts and alarms
•Managing system interaction with UETCL in accordance with protocols and agreements
•Managing Planned, Unplanned and Emergency outages in accordance with company outage protocols
•Delivering up to the minute forecasts for short/ medium and long term supply/demand
•Ensuring that entire team of Engineers and Technicians are operating in a safe and reliable way and that they are equipped to do so
•Ensuring that control infrastructure is operating at maximum availability and reliability
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The candidate should hold a degree in Electrical Engineering with 7 (Seven) years significant experience with Electricity Networks and systems operation
•Excellent analytical skills with sound judgment when making decisions
•Possess capacity to operate sensibly and calmly in a crisis.
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.
Deadline: Monday 30th September, 2013 by 17:00
About Umeme:
Umeme Limited is an Electricity Distribution Company listed on the Uganda and Nairobi Securities Exchange, with Actis’ Infrastructure 2 fund as a majority investor. Actis is a leading investor in the emerging markets, managing over US$4.8bn worth of investment on behalf of more than 100 institutional investors, including the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC), a UK Government owned company.
Job Summary:
The System Operations Manager will be managing the operation of Umeme’s electricity MV network in a safe and reliable way
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Manual and Automatic switching operations to approved standards and regulations
•Ensuring maintenance of voltage, frequency and power factor standards
•Responding promptly to all alerts and alarms
•Managing system interaction with UETCL in accordance with protocols and agreements
•Managing Planned, Unplanned and Emergency outages in accordance with company outage protocols
•Delivering up to the minute forecasts for short/ medium and long term supply/demand
•Ensuring that entire team of Engineers and Technicians are operating in a safe and reliable way and that they are equipped to do so
•Ensuring that control infrastructure is operating at maximum availability and reliability
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The candidate should hold a degree in Electrical Engineering with 7 (Seven) years significant experience with Electricity Networks and systems operation
•Excellent analytical skills with sound judgment when making decisions
•Possess capacity to operate sensibly and calmly in a crisis.
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.
Deadline: Monday 30th September, 2013 by 17:00
Senior Institutional Development Specialist Jobs at Chemonics International in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Senior Institutional Development Specialist
Project: USAID/Uganda Feed the Future Enabling Environment for Agriculture Activity
About Chemonics Project:
Chemonics International seeks a Senior Institutional Development Specialist for the USAID/Uganda Feed the Future Enabling Environment for Agriculture Activity based in Kampala. The Activity is a 3 year project that will boost the value of agricultural production and trade. The Activity will accomplish this by helping public and private sector stakeholders to develop, improve, and implement agricultural policies, strategies, laws, regulations, and will stimulate investment, production, and trade, particularly coffee, maize, and beans and but also in agricultural inputs.
Job Summary:
The Specialist will help to build capacity within public sector institutions, such as Ministry departments or units, and also private sector organizations, e.g. business associations, to lead and participate in the policymaking process. The Specialist will assess gaps in institutional skills, knowledge, and performance and then design and manage performance improvement plans in collaboration with the partner institutions. The Specialist will also serve as the Activity's gender and youth focal person, ensuring gender and youth issues are embedded in all the Activity's work. The successful candidate will have experience at the national level working with Government decision-makers on policy development and on analyzing and addressing organizational change to contribute to better policy making. In addition, the candidate will have private sector experience gained while working in business or with private sector associations and possess an understanding of how the policy environment impacts business operations and decision making. The Specialist will have experience advocating for policy change to improve the business environment in Uganda and building capacity of private sector entities to sustainably engage with government.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Assessing and evaluating public and private sector institutional performance
•Developing organizational development plans for public and private sector institutions
•Building capacity of businesses, business associations, and Government of Uganda institutions
•Analyzing organizational performance, management, service delivery, and advocacy
•Facilitating, organizing, and planning meetings, workshops, symposia, conferences, and trainings courses, as required, that are part of institutional capacity building plans
•Interacting with high-level public sector officials and private sector representatives
•Motivating and influencing behaviour change among senior public and private sector individuals
•Planning and managing targeted activities such as consultancies, research assignments, etc
•Mainstreaming gender and youth considerations into institutional development plans
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a bachelor's degree in organizational development, business administration, economics, policy, or related field required. A Master's degree or higher preferred.
•The applicant should also possess at least 8-10 years' experience designing and implementing organizational development or institutional strengthening activities at the national level as well as for private businesses.
•Five years' experience in the private sector in a leadership role OR minimum 5 years' in the public sector working in or with public institutions related to agriculture or trade.
•Proven ability to cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
•Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and solve problems.
•Strong and effective verbal and written English language communication skills.
•Ability to work collaboratively and in a team environment, but also independently.
•Excellent organizational, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills.
•Demonstrated leadership, versatility and integrity
•Ugandan citizenship required.
How to Apply:
All applications should send their electronic applications to: recruit@ugandaeea.com. Please submit your CV and cover letter with "Senior Institutional Development Specialist" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries or deliveries. Finalists will be contacted.
Deadline: 30th September 2013
Investment Officer Job Vacancy at Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Investment Officer
About aBi Trust:
The Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust is an institution set up by the governments of Uganda and Denmark to support agribusiness initiatives in the country. In particular it is to support the private sector to increase their contribution to the agricultural sector by increasing productivity and competitiveness leading to poverty reduction through economic growth, wealth, and employment creation.
The vision of aBi Trust is of “competitive private sector led agriculture in Uganda” with the mission to” promote private sector driven agribusiness development to enhance wealth creation in the country.” aBi Trust implements its interventions through partners.
Job Summary:
The Investment Officer will perform due diligence on prospective financial institutions seeking lines of credit and other related products
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Appraise potential financial institutions /proposals and market for agribusiness wholesale lending.
•Appraise guarantee cases as submitted by partner financial institutions for the aBi finance’s approval
•Train and sensitize partners for improved portfolio quality and timely reporting.
•Monitor financial institutions closely on product utilization, fee / interest payments, beneficiary tracking and maturing repayments.
•Support process of assembling relevant reports to management and Board.
•Emphasize and protect high portfolio quality (Guarantee and Lines of Credit)
•Maintain records, files pertaining to the Lines of Credit and Guarantee schemes including legal and collateral documentation.
•Maintain outstanding guarantees, lines of credit and any other investments and propose actions where necessary.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, statistics and related professional courses from accredited institutions
•Additional training in credit analysis and risk management will be an added advantage
•At least three years in credit risk analysis
•Excellent analytical and report writing skills
How to Apply:
All interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their application together with an updated CV and at least three (3) suitable referees and telephone contacts to; invo@abitrust.com
NB: E-mail applications should not exceed 2MB
Deadline: 4th October 2013
About aBi Trust:
The Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust is an institution set up by the governments of Uganda and Denmark to support agribusiness initiatives in the country. In particular it is to support the private sector to increase their contribution to the agricultural sector by increasing productivity and competitiveness leading to poverty reduction through economic growth, wealth, and employment creation.
The vision of aBi Trust is of “competitive private sector led agriculture in Uganda” with the mission to” promote private sector driven agribusiness development to enhance wealth creation in the country.” aBi Trust implements its interventions through partners.
Job Summary:
The Investment Officer will perform due diligence on prospective financial institutions seeking lines of credit and other related products
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Appraise potential financial institutions /proposals and market for agribusiness wholesale lending.
•Appraise guarantee cases as submitted by partner financial institutions for the aBi finance’s approval
•Train and sensitize partners for improved portfolio quality and timely reporting.
•Monitor financial institutions closely on product utilization, fee / interest payments, beneficiary tracking and maturing repayments.
•Support process of assembling relevant reports to management and Board.
•Emphasize and protect high portfolio quality (Guarantee and Lines of Credit)
•Maintain records, files pertaining to the Lines of Credit and Guarantee schemes including legal and collateral documentation.
•Maintain outstanding guarantees, lines of credit and any other investments and propose actions where necessary.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, statistics and related professional courses from accredited institutions
•Additional training in credit analysis and risk management will be an added advantage
•At least three years in credit risk analysis
•Excellent analytical and report writing skills
How to Apply:
All interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their application together with an updated CV and at least three (3) suitable referees and telephone contacts to; invo@abitrust.com
NB: E-mail applications should not exceed 2MB
Deadline: 4th October 2013
Research Manager Job Vacancy at BRAC Uganda in Kampala
Job Title: Research Manager
About BRAC:
BRAC, one the largest Non-Governmental Development Organization in the world, working in a number of countries in Africa and Asia on poverty alleviation Programme is registered in Uganda as BRAC Uganda. The organization implements integrated development approach combining Education, Health, Agriculture, Livestock, Adolescent Empowerment, and Microfinance. For more information please visit BRAC’s website www.brac.net.
BRAC is pioneering interventions to recognize and tackle the multiple facets of poverty by providing practical solutions and creating positive change to empower women and men to become self-reliant and realize their potential.
The Research and Evaluation Unit supports BRAC in designing development programmes, assessing progresses, documenting achievements, and undertaking rigorous evaluations of its interventions, which cover diverse dimensions of development including microfinance, agriculture, education and health.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•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
•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
•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
•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
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a master’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related discipline
Five or more 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: Candidates between the ages of 30-40 are preferred
Salary: Attractive package, based on experience and competency, will be offered in both
positions.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications via email to: brac.africa.reu@gmail.com attaching an updated CV and a cover letter. In the subject line, please write ‘‘Research Manager” depending on the position applied for.
Deadline: 30th September, 2013
About BRAC:
BRAC, one the largest Non-Governmental Development Organization in the world, working in a number of countries in Africa and Asia on poverty alleviation Programme is registered in Uganda as BRAC Uganda. The organization implements integrated development approach combining Education, Health, Agriculture, Livestock, Adolescent Empowerment, and Microfinance. For more information please visit BRAC’s website www.brac.net.
BRAC is pioneering interventions to recognize and tackle the multiple facets of poverty by providing practical solutions and creating positive change to empower women and men to become self-reliant and realize their potential.
The Research and Evaluation Unit supports BRAC in designing development programmes, assessing progresses, documenting achievements, and undertaking rigorous evaluations of its interventions, which cover diverse dimensions of development including microfinance, agriculture, education and health.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•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
•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
•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
•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
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a master’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related discipline
Five or more 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: Candidates between the ages of 30-40 are preferred
Salary: Attractive package, based on experience and competency, will be offered in both
positions.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications via email to: brac.africa.reu@gmail.com attaching an updated CV and a cover letter. In the subject line, please write ‘‘Research Manager” depending on the position applied for.
Deadline: 30th September, 2013
Finance and Administration Manager Job Vacancy at The National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA Uganda
Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager
About CLUSA:
The National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA Uganda is seeking highly qualified individuals to support a United States Department of Agriculture funded project to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes through adoption of conservation agriculture techniques in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Member of the senior management team;
•Mentor and supervise Accounts Assistant, Administrative Assistant, and Procurement and Logistics Specialist in daily work plans and duties;
•Ensure proper US Government compliance with all financial transactions, proper support documentation, and entering transactions correctly into Quick books;
•Work closely with the US based home office to ensure that all transactions are up-loaded properly in a timely manner;
•Responsible for project budget analysis and reporting on budget expenditures on a monthly basis to the Chief of Party;
•Responsible for ensuring full compliance to all internal policies and procedures and communicating such to all staff,
•Manage all project contracts and policies including tenancy agreements, insurance policies, and other employee benefits processing;
•Manage all Human Resources issues in collaboration with the Chief of Party and in full compliance with Ugandan labor codes;
•Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The candidate should possess a master’s degree, or equivalent experience in accounting, finance; CPA preferred;
•At least five (5) years’ experience at the supervisory/management level of multiple projects;
•Exceptional diplomatic and business negotiating skills;
•Fluency in English;
•Extensive knowledge of US Government policies, procedures, procurement practices, rules, regulations, and reporting requirements;
•Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and management skills, written/oral communication, and computer skills;
•Demonstrated experience with computerized accounting software and excel spreadsheets;
•Prior work experience with QuickBooks accounting software program;
•Ability to work with people and willingness to support and train others;
•Ability to travel to project sites nationwide.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their application letters and CV with 3 traceable referees including immediate supervisors should be sent to the Chief of Party, CLUSA Uganda, via e-mail to Inquiries@clusauganda.co.ug, with the position title clearly referenced in the subject line.
NB: Please provide daytime contact telephone number. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 4th October 2013
About CLUSA:
The National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA Uganda is seeking highly qualified individuals to support a United States Department of Agriculture funded project to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes through adoption of conservation agriculture techniques in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
•Member of the senior management team;
•Mentor and supervise Accounts Assistant, Administrative Assistant, and Procurement and Logistics Specialist in daily work plans and duties;
•Ensure proper US Government compliance with all financial transactions, proper support documentation, and entering transactions correctly into Quick books;
•Work closely with the US based home office to ensure that all transactions are up-loaded properly in a timely manner;
•Responsible for project budget analysis and reporting on budget expenditures on a monthly basis to the Chief of Party;
•Responsible for ensuring full compliance to all internal policies and procedures and communicating such to all staff,
•Manage all project contracts and policies including tenancy agreements, insurance policies, and other employee benefits processing;
•Manage all Human Resources issues in collaboration with the Chief of Party and in full compliance with Ugandan labor codes;
•Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The candidate should possess a master’s degree, or equivalent experience in accounting, finance; CPA preferred;
•At least five (5) years’ experience at the supervisory/management level of multiple projects;
•Exceptional diplomatic and business negotiating skills;
•Fluency in English;
•Extensive knowledge of US Government policies, procedures, procurement practices, rules, regulations, and reporting requirements;
•Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and management skills, written/oral communication, and computer skills;
•Demonstrated experience with computerized accounting software and excel spreadsheets;
•Prior work experience with QuickBooks accounting software program;
•Ability to work with people and willingness to support and train others;
•Ability to travel to project sites nationwide.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their application letters and CV with 3 traceable referees including immediate supervisors should be sent to the Chief of Party, CLUSA Uganda, via e-mail to Inquiries@clusauganda.co.ug, with the position title clearly referenced in the subject line.
NB: Please provide daytime contact telephone number. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 4th October 2013
General Manager Job Vacancy at Profile International Uganda Limited in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: General Manager
Requirements:
• Preferably MBA with a first degree in law or accounting and/or any other business related course .
• Not less than 6 years work experience in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry in a similar or managerial role
Skills:
• Strong entrepreneurial focus and bottom –line orientation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• High level of integrity, self driven , well exposed , a leader with good people skills
• An individual capable of advising and guiding the Board on all matters of business .
• The suitable candidates should be able to steer, guide and manage a large workforce and make them achieve results .
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How to apply:
Please send an application and attach a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates /testimonials , postal address , a daytime telephone contact and names of 3 referees to the National Director using the address below.
Apply to the National Director , Profiles Intergrational Uganda Limited , P. O. Box 3024, Kampala Uganda
Application Deadline: 7th Oct 2013
Requirements:
• Preferably MBA with a first degree in law or accounting and/or any other business related course .
• Not less than 6 years work experience in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry in a similar or managerial role
Skills:
• Strong entrepreneurial focus and bottom –line orientation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• High level of integrity, self driven , well exposed , a leader with good people skills
• An individual capable of advising and guiding the Board on all matters of business .
• The suitable candidates should be able to steer, guide and manage a large workforce and make them achieve results .
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How to apply:
Please send an application and attach a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates /testimonials , postal address , a daytime telephone contact and names of 3 referees to the National Director using the address below.
Apply to the National Director , Profiles Intergrational Uganda Limited , P. O. Box 3024, Kampala Uganda
Application Deadline: 7th Oct 2013
Grants Officer Job Vacancy at Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP) in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Grants Officer
Responsibilities:
• Reviewing and monitoring of sub grants work to ensure that sub grant funds are effectively and efficiently utilized in compliance with applicable donor laws and regulations and MJAP’s financial management guidelines .
• Develop Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) Agreements between MJAP’s & Sub-partiners
• Monitor sub-partiner financial activities to ensure compliance with MoU terms and conditions
• Liaise with proposal development team to develop budgets/cost applications for new program proposals
• Participates in Program Implementation Team meetings
Qualifications:
• Degree in a financial discipline-B-Com, BBA or its equivalent from a recognized University .
• Significant experience in grants management and financial /operational systems is essential ;
• Experience with performance based granting is strongly preferred
• Principles of Accounting and Auditing
• Knowledge of National taxation policies and regulations
How to apply
Interested candidates who meet the above mentioned requirements should submit their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of their academic documents , day time contact telephone numbers, names and contact details of three references to the;
Human Resource Manager
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)
p. o. Box 7587 Kampala, Uganda
Plot 4B, Kololo Hill Drive
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Responsibilities:
• Reviewing and monitoring of sub grants work to ensure that sub grant funds are effectively and efficiently utilized in compliance with applicable donor laws and regulations and MJAP’s financial management guidelines .
• Develop Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) Agreements between MJAP’s & Sub-partiners
• Monitor sub-partiner financial activities to ensure compliance with MoU terms and conditions
• Liaise with proposal development team to develop budgets/cost applications for new program proposals
• Participates in Program Implementation Team meetings
Qualifications:
• Degree in a financial discipline-B-Com, BBA or its equivalent from a recognized University .
• Significant experience in grants management and financial /operational systems is essential ;
• Experience with performance based granting is strongly preferred
• Principles of Accounting and Auditing
• Knowledge of National taxation policies and regulations
How to apply
Interested candidates who meet the above mentioned requirements should submit their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of their academic documents , day time contact telephone numbers, names and contact details of three references to the;
Human Resource Manager
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)
p. o. Box 7587 Kampala, Uganda
Plot 4B, Kololo Hill Drive
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Senior Investment Officer Job Vacancy at Agricultural Business Initiative Trust in Kampala
Job Title: Senior Investment Officer
Responsibilities;
• Monitor market trends regularly to inform management decision making in a timely manner
• Coordinate all Line of Credit & Money market activities in line with targeted yield and portfolio mix .
• Support process of assembling relevant reports to Management and Board
Qualification:
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance , Economics ,Statistics and any other relevant professional course from a recognized Institution .
• Training in Credit Analysis and risk management will be an added advantage .
Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Credit Risk Analysis and Administrative Role
• Analytical and report writing experience
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted to email invo@abittrust.com and documents should not be more than 2 MB.
Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013
Responsibilities;
• Monitor market trends regularly to inform management decision making in a timely manner
• Coordinate all Line of Credit & Money market activities in line with targeted yield and portfolio mix .
• Support process of assembling relevant reports to Management and Board
Qualification:
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Finance , Economics ,Statistics and any other relevant professional course from a recognized Institution .
• Training in Credit Analysis and risk management will be an added advantage .
Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Credit Risk Analysis and Administrative Role
• Analytical and report writing experience
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted to email invo@abittrust.com and documents should not be more than 2 MB.
Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013
Medical Representative Job Vacancy at Medical Access Uganda in Kampala
Job Title: Medical Representative
Accountabilities:
• Maximize the company ‘s sales by scientific and ethical product promotion to attain sales targets .
• Identify sales and marketing opportunities in both urbun and upcountry markets .
• Implement product marketing strategies and deliver product messages in relation to customer interests and needs
• Prepare reports and regularly presenting them to senior Management.
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Health Sciences , Biomedical Laboratory Technology Nursing , Marketing , Orthopaedic Medicine , Pharmacy or other relevant area
Experience:
• years relevant field experience promoting pharmaceutical products.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience in managing and planning key accounts business
• Negotiation and persuasion skills
• Ability to work in a multicultural/multidisciplinary environment .
• Hold a clean driving license .
How to apply;
Application can be sent by email or hand delivered to
Human Resources Manager ,
Medical Access Uganda Limited ,
P. O. Box 23186, Nakasero Road ,
Kampala Uganda .
Application Deadline: 28th Sept 2013
Accountabilities:
• Maximize the company ‘s sales by scientific and ethical product promotion to attain sales targets .
• Identify sales and marketing opportunities in both urbun and upcountry markets .
• Implement product marketing strategies and deliver product messages in relation to customer interests and needs
• Prepare reports and regularly presenting them to senior Management.
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Health Sciences , Biomedical Laboratory Technology Nursing , Marketing , Orthopaedic Medicine , Pharmacy or other relevant area
Experience:
• years relevant field experience promoting pharmaceutical products.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience in managing and planning key accounts business
• Negotiation and persuasion skills
• Ability to work in a multicultural/multidisciplinary environment .
• Hold a clean driving license .
How to apply;
Application can be sent by email or hand delivered to
Human Resources Manager ,
Medical Access Uganda Limited ,
P. O. Box 23186, Nakasero Road ,
Kampala Uganda .
Application Deadline: 28th Sept 2013
Medical Representative Job Vacancy at Medical Access Uganda in Kampala
Job Title: Medical Representative
Accountabilities:
• Maximize the company ‘s sales by scientific and ethical product promotion to attain sales targets .
• Identify sales and marketing opportunities in both urbun and upcountry markets .
• Implement product marketing strategies and deliver product messages in relation to customer interests and needs
• Prepare reports and regularly presenting them to senior Management.
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Health Sciences , Biomedical Laboratory Technology Nursing , Marketing , Orthopaedic Medicine , Pharmacy or other relevant area
Experience:
• years relevant field experience promoting pharmaceutical products.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience in managing and planning key accounts business
• Negotiation and persuasion skills
• Ability to work in a multicultural/multidisciplinary environment .
• Hold a clean driving license .
How to apply;
Application can be sent by email or hand delivered to
Human Resources Manager ,
Medical Access Uganda Limited ,
P. O. Box 23186, Nakasero Road ,
Kampala Uganda .
Application Deadline: 28th Sept 2013
Accountabilities:
• Maximize the company ‘s sales by scientific and ethical product promotion to attain sales targets .
• Identify sales and marketing opportunities in both urbun and upcountry markets .
• Implement product marketing strategies and deliver product messages in relation to customer interests and needs
• Prepare reports and regularly presenting them to senior Management.
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Health Sciences , Biomedical Laboratory Technology Nursing , Marketing , Orthopaedic Medicine , Pharmacy or other relevant area
Experience:
• years relevant field experience promoting pharmaceutical products.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience in managing and planning key accounts business
• Negotiation and persuasion skills
• Ability to work in a multicultural/multidisciplinary environment .
• Hold a clean driving license .
How to apply;
Application can be sent by email or hand delivered to
Human Resources Manager ,
Medical Access Uganda Limited ,
P. O. Box 23186, Nakasero Road ,
Kampala Uganda .
Application Deadline: 28th Sept 2013
Head of Programs Vacancy at Build Africa Uganda in Kampala
Job Title: Head of Programs
Responsibilities:
• To provide overall leadership in the implementation of Build Africa Uganda’s Program Strategy.
• This post is accountable for the development and implementation of programs approaches and projects in line with BAU’s strategy to ensure maximum impact and value for money
• The post involves strengthening Build Africa Uganda’s programs strategies , improving programs quality , partinerships and accountability to funders in accordance with organizational and donor policies
Qualifications:
• Minimum of a relevant master’s degree from a recognized University with at least 8 years demonstrated experience implementing development projects. Experience working with an international NGO , in a similar position , implementing education , livelihood, Child protection and Gender programs an added advantage .
• Comfortable working in an environment that espouses thinking outside the box , constantly questioning the status quo and continuously improving programs
• Track record of developing and managing projects which create measurable , cost-effective impact
• Ability to travel and spend time in the field
How to apply
All interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the following contact ;
The Human Resources Officer
Build Africa Uganda,
p. o. Box 7224
Kampala
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Responsibilities:
• To provide overall leadership in the implementation of Build Africa Uganda’s Program Strategy.
• This post is accountable for the development and implementation of programs approaches and projects in line with BAU’s strategy to ensure maximum impact and value for money
• The post involves strengthening Build Africa Uganda’s programs strategies , improving programs quality , partinerships and accountability to funders in accordance with organizational and donor policies
Qualifications:
• Minimum of a relevant master’s degree from a recognized University with at least 8 years demonstrated experience implementing development projects. Experience working with an international NGO , in a similar position , implementing education , livelihood, Child protection and Gender programs an added advantage .
• Comfortable working in an environment that espouses thinking outside the box , constantly questioning the status quo and continuously improving programs
• Track record of developing and managing projects which create measurable , cost-effective impact
• Ability to travel and spend time in the field
How to apply
All interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the following contact ;
The Human Resources Officer
Build Africa Uganda,
p. o. Box 7224
Kampala
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Jobs at Vivo Energy-Quality Manager in Uganda
Job Title: Quality Manager
Employer: Vivo Energy
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Responsibilities:
• Routinely report to the Country leadership team and Vivo Energy Quality Advisor, on compliance performance in fuels Quality Assurance practice .
• Advising /training staff and customers on Vivo Energy Quality Assurance policies and requirements .
• Provide general product quality advice
• Assessing current Quality Assurance practices for the different supply chain and determine the need for and agree on any additional measures .
• Monitoring all product Quality Assurance practices for conformance with requirements of the Product Quality Monitoring Framework . Specifically monitor and report on Quality Assurance practices concerning differentiated fuels
• Capture, monitor and report on any Product Quality incidents .
Minimum Requirements:
• The candidate should have a University degree in either Sciences or Engineering , with at least 3 years experience , and
• Should preferably have worked or be working with laboratory services, or have been involved in Product Quality .
How to apply
All interested Applicants should apply by logging onto our website Or send application letter and CV to email :vivoenergyugrecruitment@truenorthafrica.com. Only emails received on stated email & website , within the allocated timeframe will be considered .
Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013
Employer: Vivo Energy
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Responsibilities:
• Routinely report to the Country leadership team and Vivo Energy Quality Advisor, on compliance performance in fuels Quality Assurance practice .
• Advising /training staff and customers on Vivo Energy Quality Assurance policies and requirements .
• Provide general product quality advice
• Assessing current Quality Assurance practices for the different supply chain and determine the need for and agree on any additional measures .
• Monitoring all product Quality Assurance practices for conformance with requirements of the Product Quality Monitoring Framework . Specifically monitor and report on Quality Assurance practices concerning differentiated fuels
• Capture, monitor and report on any Product Quality incidents .
Minimum Requirements:
• The candidate should have a University degree in either Sciences or Engineering , with at least 3 years experience , and
• Should preferably have worked or be working with laboratory services, or have been involved in Product Quality .
How to apply
All interested Applicants should apply by logging onto our website Or send application letter and CV to email :vivoenergyugrecruitment@truenorthafrica.com. Only emails received on stated email & website , within the allocated timeframe will be considered .
Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013
Program Officer Livelihood Job Vacancy at Build Africa Uganda
Job Title: Program Officer Livelihood
Duty Station: Kampala, Kumi, Uganda
Responsibilities:
• Responsible for implementing a high quality livelihood program in the Kumi Area Program including monitoring , evaluation , and reporting .
• S/he will ensure the practice and institutionilisation of a culture of innovation and creativity in programs .
• The job-holder will be expected to continually observe the day-to-day effectiveness of the livelihood program delivery , noting and reporting any areas where improvements are possible .
Specifications:
• Minimum of a relevant first degree from a recognized university , preferably in agriculture with at least 3 years of demonstrated experience working with development projects in the relevant field , livelihood and income generating activities , preferably with an INGO.
• Good understanding of the livelihood development sector especially in the areas of production , value addition and marketing and resilience to shocks and stresses.
• Knowledge and experience in the rural financial services sector with business development orientation
• Experience of direct working with communities
How to apply:
All interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the following contact ;
The Human Resources Officer
Build Africa Uganda, p. o. Box 7224
Kampala
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Duty Station: Kampala, Kumi, Uganda
Responsibilities:
• Responsible for implementing a high quality livelihood program in the Kumi Area Program including monitoring , evaluation , and reporting .
• S/he will ensure the practice and institutionilisation of a culture of innovation and creativity in programs .
• The job-holder will be expected to continually observe the day-to-day effectiveness of the livelihood program delivery , noting and reporting any areas where improvements are possible .
Specifications:
• Minimum of a relevant first degree from a recognized university , preferably in agriculture with at least 3 years of demonstrated experience working with development projects in the relevant field , livelihood and income generating activities , preferably with an INGO.
• Good understanding of the livelihood development sector especially in the areas of production , value addition and marketing and resilience to shocks and stresses.
• Knowledge and experience in the rural financial services sector with business development orientation
• Experience of direct working with communities
How to apply:
All interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the following contact ;
The Human Resources Officer
Build Africa Uganda, p. o. Box 7224
Kampala
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Data Manager Job Vacancy at MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS in Kampala
Job title: Data Manager.
Employment type: Full time.
Country: Uganda.
Location: Kampala.
Job category: NGO/Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
Min. years of experience: 2 years.
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree.
Closing date: September 30, 2013 - 5pm.
Position Overview
Support the scientists in the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation and reporting to ensure that the project provides compatible data supportive of program and donor requirements
Key duties and responsibilities;
• Responsible for developing and implementing methodologies and standards for evaluating program activities.
• Support the scientists in the preparation of detailed implementation plans which are consistent with the project objectives and expected outputs and support monitoring and implementation of the approved plan
• Assist in setting up a reporting and tracking system to provide information in a efficient and timely manner
• Analyze and aggregate M&E data, develop written reports based on evaluation findings
• Undertake routine quality control checks for completeness, consistency and accurancy ad raise queries to ensure data is clean
Qualifications, Skills and experience;
• Must have a degree in statistics, Economics, Economics, Development studies
• At least two years’ experience evaluating HIV/AIDS services
• Must have training in project planning and management
• Knowledge of national policies relating to HIV/AIDs is an added advantage
• Must have through knowledge of computer based applications especially statistical packages, databases, spread sheets and power point.
Other Skills;
• Good interpersonal and team building skills are desirable.
• Strategic planning skills desirable
How to apply:
Applications including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae, cover letter clearly indicating position applied for and names plus telephone contact of three relevant referees should be addressed to;
The human Resource Manager
MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
Uganda Virus Research Institute
P.O.Box 49 Entebbe
Or sent by email to mrc@mrcuganda.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews
Employment type: Full time.
Country: Uganda.
Location: Kampala.
Job category: NGO/Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
Min. years of experience: 2 years.
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree.
Closing date: September 30, 2013 - 5pm.
Position Overview
Support the scientists in the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation and reporting to ensure that the project provides compatible data supportive of program and donor requirements
Key duties and responsibilities;
• Responsible for developing and implementing methodologies and standards for evaluating program activities.
• Support the scientists in the preparation of detailed implementation plans which are consistent with the project objectives and expected outputs and support monitoring and implementation of the approved plan
• Assist in setting up a reporting and tracking system to provide information in a efficient and timely manner
• Analyze and aggregate M&E data, develop written reports based on evaluation findings
• Undertake routine quality control checks for completeness, consistency and accurancy ad raise queries to ensure data is clean
Qualifications, Skills and experience;
• Must have a degree in statistics, Economics, Economics, Development studies
• At least two years’ experience evaluating HIV/AIDS services
• Must have training in project planning and management
• Knowledge of national policies relating to HIV/AIDs is an added advantage
• Must have through knowledge of computer based applications especially statistical packages, databases, spread sheets and power point.
Other Skills;
• Good interpersonal and team building skills are desirable.
• Strategic planning skills desirable
How to apply:
Applications including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae, cover letter clearly indicating position applied for and names plus telephone contact of three relevant referees should be addressed to;
The human Resource Manager
MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS
Uganda Virus Research Institute
P.O.Box 49 Entebbe
Or sent by email to mrc@mrcuganda.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews
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