Projects Coordinator Job Vacancy at Trust for Africa’s Orphans Uganda (TAOU)

Job Title: Projects Coordinator

Organisation: Trust for Africa’s Orphans Uganda (TAOU)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About TAOU:

A charitable organization working with communities supporting orphans and vulnerable children and women in Uganda seeks to recruit a suitable person for the position of Projects Coordinator.

Job Summary: The Project coordinator will be responsible for the management and implementation of the organisation’s programmes in Uganda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Ensure high quality and timely projects implementation.
-Write monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual monitoring reports relating to the progress of the projects, income and expenditure, successes and the challenges of the projects.
-Ensure reports are submitted in a timely manner, meeting reporting requirements.
-Manage the coordination of the projects monitoring and evaluation.
-Present regular progress reports to appropriate meetings.
-Develop and maintain effective links with other NGOs, CBOs, local Government, agencies etc.
-Assess programme effectiveness and identify opportunities for new projects.
-Develop new project proposals and forward to our international patterns for approval.
-Stay current with programme, understand the needs and respond to queries for information.
-Participate in and assess the impact of advocacy and capacity building.
-Carry out a baseline study at the beginning of each project.
-Manage communication with the media.
-Responsible for the management and implementation of the Monitoring & Evaluation system for all the projects.
-Develop suitable materials/strategies and carry out fundraising so as to increase funding sources for projects to benefit more poor families.
-Provide effective leadership to programme staff and other relevant personnel.
-Provide support to project managers and extension workers by frequent visits to the field.
-Prepare monthly work plan and budget.
-Oversee the compliance and implementation of annual budget within the common purpose of the programme.
-Ensure proper keeping of records and accountability relating to activities, progress, income and expenditure for the projects, inventory for all project input received and expenditure of the same
-Implement the accountability process as designed and ensure training to competence of the staff.
-Monitor and report accurately on the position of date, and future financial status on a monthly basis to relevant stakeholders for timely decision making.
-Submit timely and clear accountability to relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The candidate must be a holder of a degree in any of the following fields -Economics, Agriculture, Veterinary, Sociology, Development or a related field.
-The candidate must be computer literate and well conversant with the following packages – MS Access, excel, PowerPoint, Word and Internet applications plus other packages such as statistical analysis.
-Ability to speak Luo would be an added advantage. Experience:
-The ideal candidate should possess eight years senior field experience with credibility to provide direction, support and oversight in managing projects.
-Should understand the critical success factors in community development and have designed and managed projects that created real impact.
-Must have strong skills in training of trainers, projects writing and communication (writing and verbal) and able to think outside the development box.
-Must have experience in cross cutting issues of gender, disability, HIV/AIDS, land advocacy, agro-business and climate change.
-Must have had experience in planning, development and implementation of new projects in the fields indicated.
-Ability to write proposals and seek funding from local and international donors
-Ability to deliver on key deliverables with minimum reminders and on time.
-Excellent ability to analyse information.
-An inclusive, supportive and participatory approach to working with others.
-A self motivated approach to delivering programmes.
-Must have very good communication skills with all sectors of the community and agencies.
-Time management in the delivery of project programmes is essential.

Key to this Job:

The candidate must provide the contact details of two immediately previous employers.
Evidence of management of current or other projects.

Salary: Attractive, depending on qualification and skills.

How to Apply:
All applicants should forward their application letters with detailed CVs, photocopies of testimonials, three professional references including their telephone contacts by post, email or hand deliver to the address below: The Board Secretary, TAOU Board of Directors, P O. Box, 4523, Kampala, Uganda Plot No. 14, Kenneth Dale Close, Kamwokya. Tel. 0200 906-099 Email: taouganda@yahoo.co.uk

Deadline: Friday, 18th October, 2013

Secretary Vacancies at Goodman International Ltd

Job Title: Secretary (2 Vacancies)

Organization: Goodman International Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Goodman:
GOODMAN International Ltd a Pharmaceutical Company based in Kampala – Uganda, dealing in Importation & Distribution of Human and Veterinary Medicines, Agent & Local Technical Representative (LTR) for several Manufacturers in Europe and Middle East, established and started operations in 1995.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The candidate should possess at least a Diploma in Secretarial Studies
-Should be well versed with these packages; MS Word, MS Excel, Power point & Internet
-Should be well acquainted with high typing speed and can take dictation
-Should be self-motivated
-Should be able to work under minimum supervision
-Should have working experience of minimum Two Years in a busy organization.
-Age: Not above 28 Years.

How to Apply:
All those desiring to work with this International firm should send their handwritten applications with a detailed C.V, testimonials and telephone contact to; The Human Resource Manager, P. O. Box 21311, Kampala - Uganda
NB: Only short listed Candidates will be contacted

Deadline: 18th October 2013

Director, Quality Assurance and Accreditation Jobs at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Director, Quality Assurance and Accreditation

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Deputy Executive Director

About NCHE:
The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Is in charge of the QA/ACC Department;
-Plans and directs all activities within QA/ACC Department;
-Prepares budgets for the QA/ACC Department; 5. Advises the Executive and Deputy Executive Director on all matters of QA/ACC within NCHE;
-Reviews and sets standards for Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions in consultation with Executive and Deputy Executive Director;
-Devises strategies on how to promote national interest in courses of study and professional qualifications among the different types of institutions of higher learning;
-Develops any such innovative ideas to enhance the performance and quality of all matters of QA/ACC functions within NCHE;
-Reviews and investigates complaints relating to higher education institutions and devises appropriate course of action;
-Develops and constantly updates acceptable quality indicators for institutions of higher education in Uganda;
-Promotes research activities and publications within the QA/ACC Department;
-Carries out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by his/her supervisors.

Expected Outputs:

-Departmental budget reports:
-Work activity plans:
-Departmental evaluation reports showing targets achieved;
-Documented developmental strategies
-Documented policies and procedures of accreditation;
-Effectively implemented quality testing mechanisms to ensure Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions meet the minimum standards;
-Publications in respective periodicals.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Holds a PhD in a relevant discipline from a recognized University;
-Must have taught in a university for at least 5 years at the level of a Senior Lecturer and above;
-Have a minimum of 2 publications in peer -reviewed journal articles;
-Experience as a Dean is an added advantage;
-Must be ICT literate;
-Good communication and interpersonal skills;
-Knowledge of Project Management is desirable;
-Knowledge of International Standards Organizations (ISO) is desirable.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013

Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer

About NCHE:

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Assists in the coordination of activities of the Legal and Corporate Affairs section;
-Assists in the planning and scheduling of business activities of the Legal and Corporate Affairs in consultation with the Senior Legal and Corporate Affair Officer;
-Assists in coordinating the dissemination of reports (number of court cases attended, won and lost etc) for the attention of the Legal and Corporate Affairs Director, as required by the mandate of the NCHE:
-Assists in coordinating meetings with the Legal and Corporate Affairs section
-Carries out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Expected Outputs:

-Unit budget reports;
-Work activity plans;
-Unit evaluation reports showing targets achieved;
-Documented developmental strategies;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Holds a Masters degree in Law from a recognized university;
-Must be a High Court Advocate with a Diploma in Legal Practice from LDC
-At least two years experience of legal practice;
-Must be ICT literate; 5. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills;
-Knowledge of Higher Education regulation is desirable.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013

Higher Education Officer Jobs at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Higher Education Officer - Licensing and Accreditation (Tertiary Institutions)

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Higher Education Officer, Licensing and Accreditation

About NCHE:

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Conducts day to day activities of licensing and accreditation of universities and tertiary institutions;
-Works on the applications for the establishment of universities and other tertiary institutions in Uganda;
-Assists in conducting research and publications in reputable journals and internationally recognized conference proceedings and other relevant policy bodies;
-Assists the Senior Higher Education Officer to organize awareness workshops to inform universities and tertiary institutions on the merging issues regarding licensing and accreditation procedures;
-Supports the Senior Higher Education Officer in preparing disseminative reports (visitations, inspections etc);
-Conducts any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Expected Outputs:

-Work activity plans;
-Evaluation reports showing targets achieved;
-Periodic unit reports.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Holds a Masters degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university;
-Must have taught in a university for at least 2 years at the level of a Lecturer and above, or must have worked in as a Higher Education Official in a government department for 2 years;
-Must have 2 -3 publications in peer reviewed journals;
-Must be ICT literate;
-Knowledge of project management is desirable;
-Knowledge of International Standard Organizations (ISO) is desirable

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013

Careers at Epicentre-Field Study Coordinator

Job Title: Field Study Coordinator

Organization: Epicentre
Duty Station: Mbarara, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About NCHE:

Epicentre is a Non-Government Organization created by Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) in 1987 to help improve the quality of its field interventions. Since 1996, Epicentre has been a World Health Organization (WHO) collaborating centre for research in epidemiology and response to emerging diseases. Epicentre’s work hinges around three main activity areas: clinical research, field epidemiology and training.

Job Summary:

The Job holder will be responsible for all field operations will be managed by the field study coordinator, responsible for the coordination of day-to-day recruitment in the study.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Oversee the surveyors, the nurses who will perform the NP swabs and the data management team responsible for the double-entry and validation of all data collected on the standard CRFs
-Ensure completeness and consistency of the study data
-Support and respond to requests from the study site to the PI, the Co-PI, the co Investigators on study related matters
-Participate in all study relevant meetings and update the team on study progress
-Perform other duties as assigned by the PI, the co-PI, the Medical and studies coordinator, the Director of Epicentre Mbarara and the Director of the Department of Epidemiology and Population Health

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

-The candidate should hold a Medical degree
-At least five years of experience trial/ study conduct
-Working experience in Uganda
-Knowledge of ICH-GCP requirements
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
-High level of organizational and record keeping skills
-Excellent proven written and verbal English
-Excellent team player and used to work in multi-professional and multicultural teams
-Recognized ICH-GCP certificate
-Proven written and verbal English

Job Conditions:  Status : local Epicentre short-term contract -2 months contract starting November 2013.

How to Apply:
All interested applicants should send or handdeliver their applications to: Epicentre Mbarara Research Base -P o. Box 1956, Mbarara. Uganda Or epi-ug-rec@epicentre.msf.org
Deadline: 25th October 2013

Project Officer Job Vacancy at Oikocredit in Kampala

Job Title: Project Officer

Organization: Oikocredit
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Country Manager

About NCHE:
Oikocredit as a world-wide financial cooperative society promotes global justice by challenging people, churches, and others to share their resources to promote social justice through socially responsible investment and by empowering disadvantaged people with credit. Oikocredit provides credit and equity to small businesses through microfinance institutions across the developing world and directly to trade cooperatives, fair trade organizations and small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Job Summary:

The Project Officer will be responsible for the solicitation of business from potential clients, respond to potential partners on our products in a timely manner, evaluate credit proposals, business plans and feasibility studies as well as prepare financial proposals to present to a credit committee for approval. He/she will also be responsible for building a strong portfolio within the region, have the ability to facilitate the loan documentation and preparation of contracts (agreements, debentures, mortgages, guarantees etc) for funds disbursement.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

-Applications are invited from Ugandan citizens who hold a university degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration.
-Additional professional certifications in ACCA, CPA will be an additional advantage.
-Applicants should have 7 years experience in credit analysis with a financial institution, good relationship management, analytical ability and problem solving skills, confident, articulate and of high integrity.

Terms and Conditions: A market level remuneration package based on an individual’s overall qualifications and experience will be offered.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send their applications with updated CVs, detailing how your qualifications and experience match the specifications to the address below: Country Manager-Uganda Plot 52, Bombo Road 5th Floor Esami Building P.O. Box 24227, Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 25th October 2013

Sales Assistant Vacancies at Goodman International Ltd in Kampala

Job Title: Sales Assistant (3 Vacancies)

Organization: Goodman International Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Goodman:

GOODMAN International Ltd a Pharmaceutical Company based in Kampala – Uganda, dealing in Importation & Distribution of Human and Veterinary Medicines, Agent & Local Technical Representative (LTR) for several Manufacturers in Europe and Middle East, established and started operations in 1995.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should have excellent Communication & Customer care skills.
-Be Smart, Active, Motivated and ready to learn.
-Should be a computer literate with good command of Microsoft Office, MS Word, Excel, Access & Power point, knowledge of Tally Accounting package shall be an added advantage.
-Should be Business Oriented, with excellent skills in Sales & Collections.
-Should be familiar with Sales Related Reports, Designing & Presenting.
-Age: Not above 32 Years.

How to Apply:
All those desiring to work with this International firm should send their handwritten applications with a detailed C.V, testimonials and telephone contact to; The Human Resource Manager P. O. Box 21311, Kampala - Uganda
NB: Only short listed Candidates will be contacted

Deadline: 18th October 2013

Deputy Executive Director Jobs at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Deputy Executive Director

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About NCHE:

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Deputizes for the Executive Director;
-Oversees the performance of inputs and outputs of all Departments at NCHE;
-Is in charge of implementing and improving Council's performance, by outlining strategic initiatives;
-Performs any other function incidental to the objectives of the University and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, or generally relating to higher education that the Executive Director might assign.

Expected Outputs: 1. Annual reports; 2. Performance results; 3. Revised Quality Assurance Standards; 4. Uganda Higher Education sub sector promoted at the national and international levels.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline from a recognized university;
-Must have been head or deputy head of a higher education institution preferably a Vice Chancellor, Rector, Vice Rector or Principal for at least four years;
-Must have taught in a university for at least ten years;
-Must have published a minimum of four (4) peer -reviewed journal articles or one academically accepted text book;
-Have comprehensive knowledge of Higher Education Systems;
-Must be ICT literate;
-Demonstrated proven management abilities;
-Good communication and interpersonal skills.
-Having been a Dean is an added advantage;

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013

Careers at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)-Higher Education Officer

Job Title: Higher Education Officer - (Certification, Verification and Equating Qualifications)

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Higher Education Officer, Certification

About NCHE:

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Involved in the day to day activities of Certification and Equating of Qualifications;
-Works on the applications for Certification and Equating of qualifications,
-Supports the Senior Higher Education Officer on matters of Certification an Equating of Qualifications;
-Assists the Senior Higher Education Officer to organize awareness workshops to inform the general public and relevant stakeholders on the emerging issues regarding Certification and Equating of Qualifications of higher education institutions;
-Assists the Senior Higher Education Officer in preparing disseminative reports e.g tracer studies on the applicants for Certification and Equating of qualifications for the attention of the Director, QA/ACC
-Conducts any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Expected Outputs:

-Work activity plans;
-Number of certifications carried out;
-Number of qualifications equated or failed;
-Tracer studies report;
-Publications in respective forum;
-A number of workshops successfully organized within budgets;
-Unit evaluation reports showing targets achieved;
-Documented developmental strategies;
-Documented policies and procedures of certification and equating of qualifications.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Holds a Masters degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university;
-Must have taught in a university for at least 2 years at the level of a Lecturer and above, or must have worked in as a Higher Education Official in a government department for 2 years;
-Experience as a Dean would be an added advantage;
-Must be ICT literate;
-Must have good communication and interpersonal skills;
-Knowledge of international assessments and examination qualifications is desirable.


How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013

Finance Officer Vacancies at Barclays Bank in Uganda

Job Title: Finance Officer - Financial Reporting & Reconciliation - 00132762

Organisation: Barclays Bank
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Job Summary: The Finance Officer will;

-Be responsible for the reconciliation of all financial accounts in the bank on a monthly basis.
-The job holder reviews the reconciliation work done by Operations on a monthly basis and ensures it tallies back to the balance sheet.
-Responsible for helping out in the preparation of the financial reports to Group and the central bank including tax computation and ensuring compliance with the guidelines from the regulating bodies.
-Work closely with external auditors

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Reconciliation of Financial Accounts:            

-Do reconciliation of all accounts in the finance department.
-Recommend action on any items at risk in the balance sheet.
-Help in compiling audit evidence and ensure all audit issues with regards the balance sheet have been resolved.
-Review reconciliation reports from operations flag any risks to financial controller/ Finance Director.

2. Head Office Accounting & Reporting:        

-Assist in the Preparation of Head Office financial statements and financial returns to the Central bank.
-Filing Tax returns.
-Oversee the receiving of instructions and accounting entries from Head Office departments and ensuring posting is done promptly.
-Ensure that Head Office account balances are consistent with the trend and nature of the accounts
-Help in the  preparation of Head Office creditors payments and ensure authenticity of instructions
-Preparation and maintenance of the fixed assets register monitoring movement on depreciation and disposal of fixed assets, review of procedures for semi-annual verification of inventories and ensure that these are in line with the capital expenditure budget in liaison with Network Services.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

-The candidate should possess University degree preferably in Accounting or Finance
-Part or a full Professional qualification in Accounting such as ACCA  or  ACIB qualified with strong accounting background
-Detailed knowledge of Barclays Group Governance and Control Policies
-Extensive working knowledge of the financial reporting system.
-Comprehensive knowledge of the Bank’s internal control mechanism.
-Strong Computer skills in various accounting related softwares including excel
-Detailed knowledge of the Group’s financial reporting and timetables
-Detailed knowledge of Financial Statutory Reporting
-Detailed understanding of Governance and controls
-Detailed knowledge of regulatory rules and tax issues
-An appreciation of the external economic, political, legal and regulatory environment and their impact to the business.
-Interpersonal Relationship skills
-Commercial awareness
-Proven organisational skills
-Business Awareness
-Quality conscious
-Team result
-Analytical focus
-Integrity
-Forward Thinking

How to Apply:
If you feel challenged by any of the above positions, and believe you can deliver on key deliverables as outlined above, upload your application letter, current curriculum vitae and photocopies of academic certificate to our recruitment website detail below:

https://barclays.taleo.net/careersection/2/moresearch.ftl?lang=en_GB

Barclays is an equal opportunity employer that recruits, develops and promotes people on merit, and rewards outstanding performance, regardless of background and gender.
For queries contact us on 0417122453 or email: barclays.uganda@barclays.com

Deadline:  24th October, 2013

Administration Assistant Job Vacancy at Mercy Corps in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Administration Assistant

Organisation: Mercy Corps
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Administrative Officer

About Us:
Mercy Corps has been operating in Uganda since 2006. It has and continues to implement programs in Acholi and Karamoja sub regions. Mercy Corps is taking a community-led, market driven approach to address poverty and food insecurity needs through interventions that get to the root causes and contributing factors of economic vulnerability. Donors include the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the European Commission (EC), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC).

Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant reports to the Administrative Officer and is responsible for providing support to the management of human resources and administrative support for Mercy Corps programming in Kitgum, Uganda focusing more (70%) on the RAIN program and 30% on MYAP; Assist in the achievement of MC program objectives with the facilitation of recruitment, orientation, management of staff database, office supply, staff travel and accommodation, and general administration issues in the HR / Administration Department.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Assist MC management in Kitgum Office in facilitating the smooth flowing of routine, administrative work of the Mercy Corps office and program support operations;
-Must have a clear understanding on all MC policies and program needs; must be able to help facilitate trainings to all support staff to ensure the smooth, uninterrupted implementation of all MC programs;
-Assist management in facilitating the adherence to Mercy Corps administrative, IT, HR and logistics procedures and staff policies by support staff. Provide training and guidance to support staff, as needed;
-Responsible for the smooth running of the following office functions: Reception of visitors, photocopies and mail services, telephones.
-Prepare duty roster for the cleaners; day to day supervision of property management including cleaners and office maintenance. Ensure the office and compound are clean and maintained at a routine schedule;
-Responsible for maintaining supply of all admin documents and making them available for all MC Kitgum staff; Assist Administrative Officer in maintaining a central filing system.
-Responsible for maintaining all administrative notice boards – keeping them updated, clean and neat in appearance;
-Responsible for maintaining contact sheet for MC Kitgum – ensuring all contact details are updated and distributed to MC staff and other MC Offices.
-Assist Administrative Officer  maintaining office supply records and ensuring  that stock records are properly maintained and updated;
-Assist in the collection of monthly timesheets and processing of payroll along with Finance and Admin Officers;
-Assist Administrative Officer in processing payments for all service contractors;
-File Mercy Corps documents as required.
-Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps not to jeopardize its humanitarian mission

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

-The applicant should possess at least two years experience in office administration; computer skills are required, must be an independent thinker and have strong organizational skills;
-A Diploma in preferably Human Resource, Social Work, Public Administration, Education, or other related field
-A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar position preferably with Humanitarian Organization.
-Demonstrated excellence in human resource management, particularly in a multi-cultural environment, including staff training, motivation, and discipline
-Good writing and communications skills.
-Good negotiation, representation, skills and the ability to work comfortably with an ethnically diverse staff.
-Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
-Strong ability to innovatively solve problems.

How to Apply:
All possible job applicants should send an application including a cover letter clearly stating your salary expectations, CV (with 3 referees), and copies of academic qualifications/certificates to: HR/Admin Manager, Kampala Head Office on Nsambya Estate  Road, Plot 1102, Uganda. Please send e-mailed applications to: mcuganda@ug.mercycorps.org or hand deliver it to the Head Office, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by Mercy Corps. Women encouraged to apply.

Deadline:  Monday 21st October, 2013

Director, Research, Development and Documentation (ROD) Jobs at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Director, Research, Development and Documentation (ROD)

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About NCHE:

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Heads Research, Development and Documentation Department;
-Plans and directs all activities within Research, Development and Documentation Department;
-Prepares budgets for the Department;
-Advises the Deputy Executive Director on all matters of research, development and documentation within NCHE;
-Reports on all matters of research, development and documentation with NCHE;
-Encourages and promotes areas of research and development from local e foreign sources;
-Promotes and develops the processing and dissemination of information 0r higher education for the benefit of the people;
-Collects, examines and publishes information relating to students and institutions of higher education in Uganda and abroad;
-Publish any information, news or researched data and findings on higher education infrastructure;
-Develops any such innovative ideas to enhance the performance and quail of all matters of the Department;
-Promotes research activities and publications within the Department;
-Carries out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by Council.

Expected Outputs:

-Departmental budget reports;
-Work activity plans;
-Departmental evaluation reports showing targets achieved;
-Documented developmental strategies;
-Publications in respective periodicals.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline from a recognized university;
-Must have taught in a university for at least 5 years at the level of a Senior Lecturer and above;
-Must have 2 -3 publications in peer -reviewed journal articles;
-Experience as a Dean would be an added advantage;
-Must be ICT literate:
-Must have good communication and interpersonal skills;
-Knowledge of library, information systems and development projects is essential.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013