Job Title: Financial Advisors
Employer: Britam - Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
•Sell our various insurance products in order to meet the agreed sales targets for the Company.
•Build Customer relationships and maintain high levels of customer service.
•Ensure that the customer account remain updated by collecting premiums.
•Act as a contact between the company and its existing and potential markets.
•Gather market and customer information.
•Represent the organization at trade exhibitions and events.
•Advise clients on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions.
•Ensure clear understanding of the customers’ businesses and their requirements.
•Participate in team meetings and sharing best practices within the team
Required Skills and Experience:
•At least a Diploma in any business related field
•Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance (COP)
•Computer literate
•Must be 23- 50 years of age
•Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment
•A high sales drive and a strong will to succeed
•Confident, articulate and with strong written and verbal communication skills
•Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets
•Well groomed, presentable and strong interpersonal skills.
•Relevant experience in Insurance industry is an added advantage.
Training and mentoring will be provided to successful candidates. Remuneration for this role is based on highly rewarding Commission based structure.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their application letter and detailed CV to britam@britam.co.ug , with the subject heading "Financial Advisor". Please visit www.britam.co.ug
For more information:-
Britam Insurance Company (Uganda) Ltd Course View Towers,
1st Floor Plot 21,
Yusuf Lule Road
Tel: +256 417 702600/ +256 414 236815
Fax: +256 414 232879
Email: britam@britam.co.ug www.britam.co.ug Kenya | Uganda | South Sudan | Rwanda
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Application Deadline: 26th Oct 2013
Thursday 24 October 2013
Capacity Building Specialist Job Vacancy at USAID in Uganda
Job Title: Capacity Building Specialist
Employer: USAID
Duty Station: Gulu, Uganda
Job Description:
The USAID-funded Uganda IRS Phase II Project’s objective is to conduct a comprehensive spraying program and establish the foundation for sustainable, effective, high-quality indoor residual spraying (IRS) activities.
Under the supervision of the Capacity Building Manager, the Capacity Building Specialist will carry out the following activities:
•Lead the implementation of the capacity building dashboard tool in the districts after every spray round, and coordinate data collection for the dashboard during and after each spray round. He/she will be responsible for data analysis and transfer of data to te excel tool and help assess the various existing gaps with capacity transfer to the districts.
•This position will act as a resource person for developing ideas, training modules, and outreach programs in IRS planning, logistics, communication, M&E and environmental compliance.
•He/she will support the the project’s M&E activities, including designing and reviewing appropriate M&E tools, conducting on the ground M&E visits to ensure accurate tracking of IRS program activities, progress and performance.
•The position will also support the project’s communication and social behavior change activities through active collaboration with project partner CDFU in conducting community dialogues, focus group discussions, coordinating radio talk shows and other BCC activities.
Qualification requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public or business administration, communications, or other relevant field ;
•3-5 years relevant employment or full-time intern/volunteer experience;
•Knowledge and experience in using dashboards as a management and monitoring tool, ability to oversee data collection, analysis and interpretation;
•Knowledge of Tableau software is desirable;
•In-depth knowledge of excel and proficiency in using excel for graphics, maps etc;
•Experience in IRS and malaria;
•Experience with community based organizations and capacity building;
•Ability to take initiative, make appropriate decisions and build effective professional relationships;
•Experience in Africa is a strong merit;
•Ability to travel to program locations within Uganda, as required.
How to Apply:
Candidates who meet the above requirements should send ONLY their CV and cover letters to: procurement@ugandairs.com
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Abt Associates Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification
Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013
Employer: USAID
Duty Station: Gulu, Uganda
Job Description:
The USAID-funded Uganda IRS Phase II Project’s objective is to conduct a comprehensive spraying program and establish the foundation for sustainable, effective, high-quality indoor residual spraying (IRS) activities.
Under the supervision of the Capacity Building Manager, the Capacity Building Specialist will carry out the following activities:
•Lead the implementation of the capacity building dashboard tool in the districts after every spray round, and coordinate data collection for the dashboard during and after each spray round. He/she will be responsible for data analysis and transfer of data to te excel tool and help assess the various existing gaps with capacity transfer to the districts.
•This position will act as a resource person for developing ideas, training modules, and outreach programs in IRS planning, logistics, communication, M&E and environmental compliance.
•He/she will support the the project’s M&E activities, including designing and reviewing appropriate M&E tools, conducting on the ground M&E visits to ensure accurate tracking of IRS program activities, progress and performance.
•The position will also support the project’s communication and social behavior change activities through active collaboration with project partner CDFU in conducting community dialogues, focus group discussions, coordinating radio talk shows and other BCC activities.
Qualification requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public or business administration, communications, or other relevant field ;
•3-5 years relevant employment or full-time intern/volunteer experience;
•Knowledge and experience in using dashboards as a management and monitoring tool, ability to oversee data collection, analysis and interpretation;
•Knowledge of Tableau software is desirable;
•In-depth knowledge of excel and proficiency in using excel for graphics, maps etc;
•Experience in IRS and malaria;
•Experience with community based organizations and capacity building;
•Ability to take initiative, make appropriate decisions and build effective professional relationships;
•Experience in Africa is a strong merit;
•Ability to travel to program locations within Uganda, as required.
How to Apply:
Candidates who meet the above requirements should send ONLY their CV and cover letters to: procurement@ugandairs.com
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Abt Associates Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification
Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013
Jobs at Plan International in Uganda-Driver
Job Title: Driver
Employer: Plan Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Description:
Specific Responsibilities:
•Observe and adhere to the safety precautions before and during driving
•Maintain punctuality and courtesy and adhere to traffic laws and regulations,
•Maintain proper vehicle mileage and usage records as per requirements
•Carry out daily condition checks to ensure that the vehicle is in good running order • Keep the vehicle in a clean condition in order to uphold the image of the organization.
•Deliver and collect mail and other documents to and from various offices as required
Required Competencies;
•O level certificate of education
•Valid driving licence for classes B, CM, DL & DM
•Certificates in Defensive Driving and Customer is an added advantage • Knowledge of simple Mechanical repairs
•A Minimum of 5 years’ driving experience in a reputable NGO
•Flexibility to work outside normal working hours
•Good team work and excellent interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
Suitably qualified candidates should submit electronic copies (of not more than 2MB) of letters of application, together with aCV. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates,names and contact details of three references plus salary historyshould be included and sent to the undersigned
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only
Short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please consideryour application unsuccessful in case you do not hearfrom us by 30th December, 2013.
The People & Culture Manager, Plan Uganda
Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org
As a child centered development organization, Plan strives to ensure that children are kept safe in all theareas we operate. The organization further has a childprotection policy that every staff is required to sign.Potential candidates will be required to provide informationconfirming whether or not they have ever been convicted ofany child abuse crimes
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Employer: Plan Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Description:
Specific Responsibilities:
•Observe and adhere to the safety precautions before and during driving
•Maintain punctuality and courtesy and adhere to traffic laws and regulations,
•Maintain proper vehicle mileage and usage records as per requirements
•Carry out daily condition checks to ensure that the vehicle is in good running order • Keep the vehicle in a clean condition in order to uphold the image of the organization.
•Deliver and collect mail and other documents to and from various offices as required
Required Competencies;
•O level certificate of education
•Valid driving licence for classes B, CM, DL & DM
•Certificates in Defensive Driving and Customer is an added advantage • Knowledge of simple Mechanical repairs
•A Minimum of 5 years’ driving experience in a reputable NGO
•Flexibility to work outside normal working hours
•Good team work and excellent interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
Suitably qualified candidates should submit electronic copies (of not more than 2MB) of letters of application, together with aCV. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates,names and contact details of three references plus salary historyshould be included and sent to the undersigned
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only
Short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please consideryour application unsuccessful in case you do not hearfrom us by 30th December, 2013.
The People & Culture Manager, Plan Uganda
Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org
As a child centered development organization, Plan strives to ensure that children are kept safe in all theareas we operate. The organization further has a childprotection policy that every staff is required to sign.Potential candidates will be required to provide informationconfirming whether or not they have ever been convicted ofany child abuse crimes
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Temporary Assistant Accountant Careers at Plan Uganda
Job Title: Temporary Assistant Accountant
Employer: Plan Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Description
Specific Responsibilities:
•Assist the Finance department to manage the financial transactions in accordance with the organisation’s policies and procedures
•Participate in the preparation of financial reports as required
•Process payments and bank reconciliations
•Participate in the preparation, management and control of the budget
•Process transactions in the corporate finance system
•Attend to statutory requirements. Qualifications, Experience and skills:
•Must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in Commerce or Business Administration with Accounting major
•Part professional qualification in accountancy e.g. CPA or ACCA, at foundation stage completed
•A Minimum of 3 years working experience as Assistant Accountant in a busy organization preferably in an NGO.
•Good computer skills with ability to work with spreadsheets, accounting software packages such as SUN, Tally, Sage
How to Apply:
Suitably qualified candidates should submit electronic copies (of not more than 2MB) of letters of application, together with aCV. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates,names and contact details of three references plus salary historyshould be included and sent to the undersigned
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only
Short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please consideryour application unsuccessful in case you do not hearfrom us by 30th December, 2013.
The People & Culture Manager, Plan Uganda
Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org
As a child centered development organization, Plan strives to ensure that children are kept safe in all theareas we operate. The organization further has a childprotection policy that every staff is required to sign.Potential candidates will be required to provide informationconfirming whether or not they have ever been convicted ofany child abuse crimes
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Employer: Plan Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Description
Specific Responsibilities:
•Assist the Finance department to manage the financial transactions in accordance with the organisation’s policies and procedures
•Participate in the preparation of financial reports as required
•Process payments and bank reconciliations
•Participate in the preparation, management and control of the budget
•Process transactions in the corporate finance system
•Attend to statutory requirements. Qualifications, Experience and skills:
•Must have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in Commerce or Business Administration with Accounting major
•Part professional qualification in accountancy e.g. CPA or ACCA, at foundation stage completed
•A Minimum of 3 years working experience as Assistant Accountant in a busy organization preferably in an NGO.
•Good computer skills with ability to work with spreadsheets, accounting software packages such as SUN, Tally, Sage
How to Apply:
Suitably qualified candidates should submit electronic copies (of not more than 2MB) of letters of application, together with aCV. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates,names and contact details of three references plus salary historyshould be included and sent to the undersigned
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only
Short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please consideryour application unsuccessful in case you do not hearfrom us by 30th December, 2013.
The People & Culture Manager, Plan Uganda
Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org
As a child centered development organization, Plan strives to ensure that children are kept safe in all theareas we operate. The organization further has a childprotection policy that every staff is required to sign.Potential candidates will be required to provide informationconfirming whether or not they have ever been convicted ofany child abuse crimes
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Careers at Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda in Bukwo, Uganda-Project Directors
Job Title: Project Directors (4 Positions)
Organisation: Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda
Duty Station: Bukwo, Uganda
Reports to: Project Overseer
About Us:
The Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda together with the Pentecostal Assemblies of God Uganda; Deliverance Church in Uganda; and Perfection Church and Ministry are Christ centred Churches committed to fulfilling the Great Commission as assign by the Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:16 to 20. This is done in a holistic approach, which includes Child Development Ministry.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Act as a Christian role model for children and their families.
Programme Management and Administration:
•Accountability for project funds.
•The preparation of monthly financial and activity reports.
•Preparation for the purchasing of goods and services.
•Day to day project management.
•Supervising other staff.
Programme Quality:
•Developing Professional skills of staff
•Selecting and implementing curriculum
•Monitoring performance of Staff and children
Working ability to apply and adapt established accounting procedures to a variety of accounting transactions, problems and situations.
Any other child related and Christian work assigned by the Church in partnership with Compassion International Uganda.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should hold a degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Education, Business studies, Social Sciences, community Psychology and Theology.
Working conditions: He/she shall work at a local Church project in the hard to reach areas of Bukwo District and includes visiting children in their homes and schools. Should be prepared to work beyond normal working hours as need arises and travels to the Compassion International Uganda Office from time to time as well as for training.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send their applications with completed curriculum vitae, giving abilities, work history and names of two referees with their contacts (telephone and postal address); photocopies of all ones transcripts, a recommendation from a local Parish Priest/Pastor is a must and should be addressed to: The Panel Chairperson P. O. Box 23, Kapchorwa, Uganda Applicants should Post it the above address Or Hand delivers it to: Archdeacon Bukwo Archdeaconry Amanang Church of Uganda Bukwo District. Only short listed applicants will be contacted on phone.
Deadline: 4th November, 2013 by 5PM
Organisation: Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda
Duty Station: Bukwo, Uganda
Reports to: Project Overseer
About Us:
The Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda together with the Pentecostal Assemblies of God Uganda; Deliverance Church in Uganda; and Perfection Church and Ministry are Christ centred Churches committed to fulfilling the Great Commission as assign by the Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:16 to 20. This is done in a holistic approach, which includes Child Development Ministry.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Act as a Christian role model for children and their families.
Programme Management and Administration:
•Accountability for project funds.
•The preparation of monthly financial and activity reports.
•Preparation for the purchasing of goods and services.
•Day to day project management.
•Supervising other staff.
Programme Quality:
•Developing Professional skills of staff
•Selecting and implementing curriculum
•Monitoring performance of Staff and children
Working ability to apply and adapt established accounting procedures to a variety of accounting transactions, problems and situations.
Any other child related and Christian work assigned by the Church in partnership with Compassion International Uganda.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should hold a degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Education, Business studies, Social Sciences, community Psychology and Theology.
Working conditions: He/she shall work at a local Church project in the hard to reach areas of Bukwo District and includes visiting children in their homes and schools. Should be prepared to work beyond normal working hours as need arises and travels to the Compassion International Uganda Office from time to time as well as for training.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send their applications with completed curriculum vitae, giving abilities, work history and names of two referees with their contacts (telephone and postal address); photocopies of all ones transcripts, a recommendation from a local Parish Priest/Pastor is a must and should be addressed to: The Panel Chairperson P. O. Box 23, Kapchorwa, Uganda Applicants should Post it the above address Or Hand delivers it to: Archdeacon Bukwo Archdeaconry Amanang Church of Uganda Bukwo District. Only short listed applicants will be contacted on phone.
Deadline: 4th November, 2013 by 5PM
Manager Client Services Vacancy at Brand Active in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Manager Client Services
Organisation: Brand Active
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Country Manager
About Brand Active:
Brand Active Ltd specializes in outdoor media and indoor branding solutions. We are one of the leading Multi-media advertising and branding solutions with a growing regional footprint in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Burundi. We pride ourselves in providing Innovative, Quality Advertising & Branding products with an emphasis on excellent client service.
Job Summary: The Manager Client Services over sees and leads the Client Services team in managing our clientele and providing integrated marketing propositions for clients in order to deliver multi-channel Indoor and outdoor branding solutions. The Client Service Manager works closely with clients to understand their advertising strategies; maintains the relationships and delivers client objectives.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
-The job holder should possess a Bachelor’s degree in the preferred areas of Marketing and communications.
-The applicant should have proven leadership and mentoring skills necessary to manage a multi-disciplinary team.
-At least 3 years post-qualification experience in a related field
-Have a proven senior level of relationship building.
-Have an appreciation for branding creativity & attention to detail
-Competence in utilizing PC-based database, spread sheet, word processing, and presentation applications.
-Be familiar with legal contracts.
-Have demonstrated stress tolerance in a fast paced environment.
How to Apply:
Please send your application and resume complete with academic credentials
HR Administrator, Brand Active Ltd P.O. Box 40215, Kampala, Plot 58A, Ntinda II Road, Ntinda, Kampala, Uganda or via E-mail: admin@brand-active.com
Deadline: 25th October, 2013
Organisation: Brand Active
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Country Manager
About Brand Active:
Brand Active Ltd specializes in outdoor media and indoor branding solutions. We are one of the leading Multi-media advertising and branding solutions with a growing regional footprint in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Burundi. We pride ourselves in providing Innovative, Quality Advertising & Branding products with an emphasis on excellent client service.
Job Summary: The Manager Client Services over sees and leads the Client Services team in managing our clientele and providing integrated marketing propositions for clients in order to deliver multi-channel Indoor and outdoor branding solutions. The Client Service Manager works closely with clients to understand their advertising strategies; maintains the relationships and delivers client objectives.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
-The job holder should possess a Bachelor’s degree in the preferred areas of Marketing and communications.
-The applicant should have proven leadership and mentoring skills necessary to manage a multi-disciplinary team.
-At least 3 years post-qualification experience in a related field
-Have a proven senior level of relationship building.
-Have an appreciation for branding creativity & attention to detail
-Competence in utilizing PC-based database, spread sheet, word processing, and presentation applications.
-Be familiar with legal contracts.
-Have demonstrated stress tolerance in a fast paced environment.
How to Apply:
Please send your application and resume complete with academic credentials
HR Administrator, Brand Active Ltd P.O. Box 40215, Kampala, Plot 58A, Ntinda II Road, Ntinda, Kampala, Uganda or via E-mail: admin@brand-active.com
Deadline: 25th October, 2013
Careers at Baker Hughes in Kampala, Uganda-Fishing Tool Coordinator
Job Title: Fishing Tool Coordinator
Organisation: Baker Hughes
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Baker Hughes:
Baker Hughes is a leading supplier of oilfield services, products, technology and systems to the worldwide oil and natural gas industry. By being the service company that best anticipates, understands and exceeds our customers' expectations, Baker Hughes Advances Reservoir Performance. The company's 57,000-plus employees work in more than 80 countries in geomarket teams that help customers find, evaluate, drill, produce, transport and process hydrocarbon resources. Baker Hughes' technology centers in the world's leading energy markets are pushing the boundaries to overcome progressively more complex challenges. Baker Hughes develops solutions designed to help manage operating expenses, maximize reserve recovery and boost overall return on investment through the entire life cycle of an oil or gas asset. Collaboration is the foundation upon which Baker Hughes builds our business and develops next-generation products and services for drilling and evaluation, completions and production and fluids and chemicals.
Job Summary:
The Fishing Tool Coordinator will offer mechanical and application proficiency with Wellbore Intervention products in one or more product lines. May be competent in medium to high risk applications in other product groups. Thorough knowledge of drilling and completion techniques and drilling/work over rig operations. Ability to work well and communicate well with others.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
-Under broad direction is proficient in running most Wellbore Intervention applications in the district.
-Continues to expand and apply application knowledge and expertise to include applications of increasing complexity and/or risk in Wellbore Intervention and/or other product groups.
-Ensures supplied equipment is compatible with all other equipment used for job.
-Provides front-line support with customer and accurately completes all paperwork prior to or upon completion of job.
-Uses experience and knowledge of applications to ensure products and services are of highest quality.
-Advises and trouble shoots on Wellbore Intervention issues in the district. Conducts on-the-job training as required.
-Handles special projects as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
The candidate should possess two years technical college degree
15 years Fishing Tool experience
How to Apply:
All suitably y qualified candidates should click the web link below to go to the recruiting website.
Click Here
Organisation: Baker Hughes
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Baker Hughes:
Baker Hughes is a leading supplier of oilfield services, products, technology and systems to the worldwide oil and natural gas industry. By being the service company that best anticipates, understands and exceeds our customers' expectations, Baker Hughes Advances Reservoir Performance. The company's 57,000-plus employees work in more than 80 countries in geomarket teams that help customers find, evaluate, drill, produce, transport and process hydrocarbon resources. Baker Hughes' technology centers in the world's leading energy markets are pushing the boundaries to overcome progressively more complex challenges. Baker Hughes develops solutions designed to help manage operating expenses, maximize reserve recovery and boost overall return on investment through the entire life cycle of an oil or gas asset. Collaboration is the foundation upon which Baker Hughes builds our business and develops next-generation products and services for drilling and evaluation, completions and production and fluids and chemicals.
Job Summary:
The Fishing Tool Coordinator will offer mechanical and application proficiency with Wellbore Intervention products in one or more product lines. May be competent in medium to high risk applications in other product groups. Thorough knowledge of drilling and completion techniques and drilling/work over rig operations. Ability to work well and communicate well with others.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
-Under broad direction is proficient in running most Wellbore Intervention applications in the district.
-Continues to expand and apply application knowledge and expertise to include applications of increasing complexity and/or risk in Wellbore Intervention and/or other product groups.
-Ensures supplied equipment is compatible with all other equipment used for job.
-Provides front-line support with customer and accurately completes all paperwork prior to or upon completion of job.
-Uses experience and knowledge of applications to ensure products and services are of highest quality.
-Advises and trouble shoots on Wellbore Intervention issues in the district. Conducts on-the-job training as required.
-Handles special projects as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
The candidate should possess two years technical college degree
15 years Fishing Tool experience
How to Apply:
All suitably y qualified candidates should click the web link below to go to the recruiting website.
Click Here
Sales Manager Vacancy at TaptoPay Ltd in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Sales Manager
Organisation: TaptoPay Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Ref: UGSM006
About Us:
TaptoPay Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd. TaptoPay provides Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) Systems for public transportation transactions, such as for bus, rail, ferry, as well as for other non-transit micro-payment transactions including those at roads, parking gates, fast food chains, convenience stores and vending machines. TaptoPay’s AFC system aims to enhance the efficiency of transportation fare and other micro payment collection by expanding customer base, increasing transaction speed and reducing operation costs. For more Company details, please visit our website: www.taptopay.com
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-Work with the other members of the team to contribute to the meeting of the company sales and marketing objectives
-Contribute to the definition of target markets as well as the formulation and implementation of sales and marketing strategies to penetrate the targeted markets
-Make presentations and meet customers
-Prepare technical and commercial proposals to customers
-Serve existing customers and develop new customer relationships
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The candidate should possess a University graduate in Electronic Engineering/Computer Science/Computer Engineering/related discipline. Applicants with a non-technical degree are also considered
-At least three years of sales and marketing experience, preferably in the IT or electronic field
-Exposure in the smart card related industries an advantage
-Excellent spoken and written English
-Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills
-Proficient computer knowledge in using application software including MS word, Excel and PowerPoint
-Willingness to travel
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send a full resume to ttp.jobs@acs.com.hk with reference no [UGSM006] quoted in the email subject.
Deadline: 30th November, 2013
Organisation: TaptoPay Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Ref: UGSM006
About Us:
TaptoPay Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd. TaptoPay provides Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) Systems for public transportation transactions, such as for bus, rail, ferry, as well as for other non-transit micro-payment transactions including those at roads, parking gates, fast food chains, convenience stores and vending machines. TaptoPay’s AFC system aims to enhance the efficiency of transportation fare and other micro payment collection by expanding customer base, increasing transaction speed and reducing operation costs. For more Company details, please visit our website: www.taptopay.com
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-Work with the other members of the team to contribute to the meeting of the company sales and marketing objectives
-Contribute to the definition of target markets as well as the formulation and implementation of sales and marketing strategies to penetrate the targeted markets
-Make presentations and meet customers
-Prepare technical and commercial proposals to customers
-Serve existing customers and develop new customer relationships
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The candidate should possess a University graduate in Electronic Engineering/Computer Science/Computer Engineering/related discipline. Applicants with a non-technical degree are also considered
-At least three years of sales and marketing experience, preferably in the IT or electronic field
-Exposure in the smart card related industries an advantage
-Excellent spoken and written English
-Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills
-Proficient computer knowledge in using application software including MS word, Excel and PowerPoint
-Willingness to travel
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send a full resume to ttp.jobs@acs.com.hk with reference no [UGSM006] quoted in the email subject.
Deadline: 30th November, 2013
IT Manager Vacancy at Afrimax Uganda Limited in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title:IT Manager
Organization: Afrimax Uganda Limited
Duty Station:Kampala, Uganda
Job Summary:
The IT Manager will lead and have the responsibility to ensure the proper development and operation of the Information Technology functions and processes of the company.
The IT Manager will be a key professional in the early stages of our operation deployment, ensuring quality service is delivered to all customers, and to the company wide IT users. The IT Manager will ensure vendor relations are maintained with a short and long term view of the interests of the company, and that Information technology issue resolutions are quickly addressed.
The IT Manager will communicate with the Group IT Director about progress according to plan, and take action to ensure all installation of hardware and software applications are of the highest quality, meet all security standards, and are customer service oriented.
It is anticipated that the IT Manager will have the minimal number of direct reports to get the job done, while ensuring data integrity and high quality service is delivered to all internal and external customers.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-Collaborate with Functional Managers throughout the organization to understand their business processes, challenges, and needs.
-Support and implement the Information Technology Strategy and communicate it to managers and staff across the organization to maintain alignment.
-Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned projects, services, and functional areas within the Department.
-Evaluate strategic technical alternatives, recommend enterprise software packages, hardware platforms, network infrastructure, staffing models, vendors, and related facilities.
-Manage the services and activities of the Information Technology Department including network, desktop user support, business applications, technology projects, quality assurance, data center infrastructure, and related information technology services.
-Evaluate the usage of external service providers, consultants and contractors in the administration and implementation of projects and/or project phases.
-Ensure that projects, services, and operations of the Department are completed within the scope, schedule, and budget and that all objectives are successfully met.
-Select, develop, motivate, and build a team capable of fulfilling the IT Strategy and the company’s Mission and Values.
-Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the company information security program, ensure the availability, integrity and confidentiality of information owned, controlled or processed by the company.
-Review and approve Information Security implications of the technology investments.
-Responsible for electronic security of Afrimax systems in Uganda.
-Accomplish all of the above with a close eye on cost control.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, or similar field.
-At least five years’ experience in managing an IT Department with 3 or more individuals with differing technical skills.
-Demonstrated experience design, leading, and completing a company-wide IT program/project implementation including prioritization of initiatives, planning, and execution.
-Advance knowledge with Oracle/MySQL database administration and scripting.
-Knowledge of wireless broadband, VoIP, Billing, CRM, and ERP technologies
-Demonstrated experience in business process analysis skills
-Knowledge of a wide range of computer systems software, applications, hardware, and communications.
-The ability to manage multiple projects with tight timelines from conception through execution.
-Willingness to work long hours at times when the job requires it.
-Ability to work both hands on and at a high strategic level
-Good written and oral English language skills
-trong work ethic
-Affable personality
-Knowledge of LTE Core technology
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses.
NB: Only applications prepared in English and submitted in either MS Word or PDF format will be considered. Application must include current salary package and date of birth.
Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements
http://recruitment.nftconsult.com/careers/index.php?m=careers&p=showJob&ID=422
Organization: Afrimax Uganda Limited
Duty Station:Kampala, Uganda
Job Summary:
The IT Manager will lead and have the responsibility to ensure the proper development and operation of the Information Technology functions and processes of the company.
The IT Manager will be a key professional in the early stages of our operation deployment, ensuring quality service is delivered to all customers, and to the company wide IT users. The IT Manager will ensure vendor relations are maintained with a short and long term view of the interests of the company, and that Information technology issue resolutions are quickly addressed.
The IT Manager will communicate with the Group IT Director about progress according to plan, and take action to ensure all installation of hardware and software applications are of the highest quality, meet all security standards, and are customer service oriented.
It is anticipated that the IT Manager will have the minimal number of direct reports to get the job done, while ensuring data integrity and high quality service is delivered to all internal and external customers.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-Collaborate with Functional Managers throughout the organization to understand their business processes, challenges, and needs.
-Support and implement the Information Technology Strategy and communicate it to managers and staff across the organization to maintain alignment.
-Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned projects, services, and functional areas within the Department.
-Evaluate strategic technical alternatives, recommend enterprise software packages, hardware platforms, network infrastructure, staffing models, vendors, and related facilities.
-Manage the services and activities of the Information Technology Department including network, desktop user support, business applications, technology projects, quality assurance, data center infrastructure, and related information technology services.
-Evaluate the usage of external service providers, consultants and contractors in the administration and implementation of projects and/or project phases.
-Ensure that projects, services, and operations of the Department are completed within the scope, schedule, and budget and that all objectives are successfully met.
-Select, develop, motivate, and build a team capable of fulfilling the IT Strategy and the company’s Mission and Values.
-Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the company information security program, ensure the availability, integrity and confidentiality of information owned, controlled or processed by the company.
-Review and approve Information Security implications of the technology investments.
-Responsible for electronic security of Afrimax systems in Uganda.
-Accomplish all of the above with a close eye on cost control.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, or similar field.
-At least five years’ experience in managing an IT Department with 3 or more individuals with differing technical skills.
-Demonstrated experience design, leading, and completing a company-wide IT program/project implementation including prioritization of initiatives, planning, and execution.
-Advance knowledge with Oracle/MySQL database administration and scripting.
-Knowledge of wireless broadband, VoIP, Billing, CRM, and ERP technologies
-Demonstrated experience in business process analysis skills
-Knowledge of a wide range of computer systems software, applications, hardware, and communications.
-The ability to manage multiple projects with tight timelines from conception through execution.
-Willingness to work long hours at times when the job requires it.
-Ability to work both hands on and at a high strategic level
-Good written and oral English language skills
-trong work ethic
-Affable personality
-Knowledge of LTE Core technology
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses.
NB: Only applications prepared in English and submitted in either MS Word or PDF format will be considered. Application must include current salary package and date of birth.
Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements
http://recruitment.nftconsult.com/careers/index.php?m=careers&p=showJob&ID=422
Careers at Barclays Bank in Kampala, Uganda- Account Manager - Card Acquiring
Job Title: Account Manager - Card Acquiring - 00133949
Organisation: Barclays Bank
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Head of Cash Management
About Barclays Africa:
Barclays Africa encompasses Barclays Global Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, and Barclaycard operations in 10 countries organised in four geographic areas: North Africa (Egypt), East and West Africa (Ghana, Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya), Southern Africa (Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe), and Indian Ocean (Mauritius and Seychelles).
Barclays Africa serves its 2.8m customers through a network of 573 branches and service centres providing a variety of traditional financial products including retail mortgages, current and deposit accounts, commercial lending, unsecured lending, credit cards, treasury and investments.
Job Summary:
The Account Manager will have the responsibility for retention of existing and growth of new customers. Each Relationship Manager to pro-actively manage all merchants in their area of execution. Some will cover vast areas according to merchant segmentation and will therefore need to be flexible to travel as required by the business and be able to deal with customers remotely. To proactively recruit profitable new business and establish, manage and develop long term, Profitable Relationships, ensuring the provision of first class customer service and maximising business opportunities to achieve business objectives and goals.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Business Growth and Retention 50%
-Proactively create and develop business relationships with companies
-Build close working relationships with other internal teams, external key business influencers to create business opportunities
-Identification of cross sale opportunities and introduction of leads to other functions within Barclays
-Implement activities to deliver value added products and services, generating increased income and revenue from existing merchants
-Fully understand the workings of Barclaycard, merchant pricing and risk issues.
-Negotiate pricing and contracts with customers, engaging line managers at senior management or director level if called for towards the achievement of business objectives.
-Make sound commercial judgments in order to retain and fully develop customer base
2. Customer contact 30%
-Customer contact is at low and medium management levels and involves discussions and negotiations with customers on commercial and operational issues
-The role holder is responsible for managing and responding to customer requirements, queries and complaints
-Establish, build and maintain ongoing relationships with customers to develop and protect business income
-Develop a deep understanding of the needs and requirements of customers’ businesses
-Provide evidence of customer demand to influence new products / enhancements / solutions
-Apply knowledge and skills in resolving any challenges the merchant may face when using the Point of Sale terminals. It is Important that each Relationship manager knows PDQ functionalities and acquiring systems to be able to manage customer expectations during their visits.
-Maintain and understand the business environment in which the customer operates
-Constantly update knowledge on all products and services offered by Barclaycard
3. Planning and Execution 15%
-Responsible for developing a personal sales plan to achieve targeted objectives and goals
-Personal time management of day to day activities to maximise return on resources
-Keeping fully updated on customer activities, challenges and demands in line with business demands.
-Constant evaluation of portfolio to achieve profitability and culling process
4. Governance, Control and Risk 5%
-Ensure compliance to Bank controls , policy , service standards and procedures as laid down by the bank
-Ensure all mandatory training completed to deadline and understood within given timescales.
-All risk events (incidents) or control failures to be escalated, investigated, reported and fixed at root cause to prevent reoccurrence
-Successful independent conformance assurance (e.g .RCA, BIA, Regulatory Compliance, PwC)
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
-The candidate should possess extensive knowledge of Barclaycard products and services
-Three years minimum sales experience with a proven track record of achievement and high performance
-Working knowledge of acquiring industry dynamics, interchange, etc.
-In-depth knowledge of competitor solutions
-Knowledge of the Business to Business sector
-Fully aware of industry trends (in country and overseas)
-Knowledge of Barclays Group and Barclaycard strategies both locally and overseas
-Working knowledge and practical understanding of Law legislation and regulations as they apply to the local market
-Knowledge on card scheme policies and acquiring systems
-Knowledge of card processing
-Proven success rate in negotiation in a corporate environment
-Knowledge of relevant third party suppliers (e.g. technology)
-An up to date knowledge of industry related developments
-May have experience in the Business to Business Financial Services Sector
-Knowledge of the Card Acquiring industry would be an advantage but not essential
-Communication skills
-Relationship Management skills
-Planning
-Excellent Interpersonal skills
-Sales skills
-Negotiation skills
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: 1st November, 2013
Organisation: Barclays Bank
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Head of Cash Management
About Barclays Africa:
Barclays Africa encompasses Barclays Global Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, and Barclaycard operations in 10 countries organised in four geographic areas: North Africa (Egypt), East and West Africa (Ghana, Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya), Southern Africa (Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe), and Indian Ocean (Mauritius and Seychelles).
Barclays Africa serves its 2.8m customers through a network of 573 branches and service centres providing a variety of traditional financial products including retail mortgages, current and deposit accounts, commercial lending, unsecured lending, credit cards, treasury and investments.
Job Summary:
The Account Manager will have the responsibility for retention of existing and growth of new customers. Each Relationship Manager to pro-actively manage all merchants in their area of execution. Some will cover vast areas according to merchant segmentation and will therefore need to be flexible to travel as required by the business and be able to deal with customers remotely. To proactively recruit profitable new business and establish, manage and develop long term, Profitable Relationships, ensuring the provision of first class customer service and maximising business opportunities to achieve business objectives and goals.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Business Growth and Retention 50%
-Proactively create and develop business relationships with companies
-Build close working relationships with other internal teams, external key business influencers to create business opportunities
-Identification of cross sale opportunities and introduction of leads to other functions within Barclays
-Implement activities to deliver value added products and services, generating increased income and revenue from existing merchants
-Fully understand the workings of Barclaycard, merchant pricing and risk issues.
-Negotiate pricing and contracts with customers, engaging line managers at senior management or director level if called for towards the achievement of business objectives.
-Make sound commercial judgments in order to retain and fully develop customer base
2. Customer contact 30%
-Customer contact is at low and medium management levels and involves discussions and negotiations with customers on commercial and operational issues
-The role holder is responsible for managing and responding to customer requirements, queries and complaints
-Establish, build and maintain ongoing relationships with customers to develop and protect business income
-Develop a deep understanding of the needs and requirements of customers’ businesses
-Provide evidence of customer demand to influence new products / enhancements / solutions
-Apply knowledge and skills in resolving any challenges the merchant may face when using the Point of Sale terminals. It is Important that each Relationship manager knows PDQ functionalities and acquiring systems to be able to manage customer expectations during their visits.
-Maintain and understand the business environment in which the customer operates
-Constantly update knowledge on all products and services offered by Barclaycard
3. Planning and Execution 15%
-Responsible for developing a personal sales plan to achieve targeted objectives and goals
-Personal time management of day to day activities to maximise return on resources
-Keeping fully updated on customer activities, challenges and demands in line with business demands.
-Constant evaluation of portfolio to achieve profitability and culling process
4. Governance, Control and Risk 5%
-Ensure compliance to Bank controls , policy , service standards and procedures as laid down by the bank
-Ensure all mandatory training completed to deadline and understood within given timescales.
-All risk events (incidents) or control failures to be escalated, investigated, reported and fixed at root cause to prevent reoccurrence
-Successful independent conformance assurance (e.g .RCA, BIA, Regulatory Compliance, PwC)
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
-The candidate should possess extensive knowledge of Barclaycard products and services
-Three years minimum sales experience with a proven track record of achievement and high performance
-Working knowledge of acquiring industry dynamics, interchange, etc.
-In-depth knowledge of competitor solutions
-Knowledge of the Business to Business sector
-Fully aware of industry trends (in country and overseas)
-Knowledge of Barclays Group and Barclaycard strategies both locally and overseas
-Working knowledge and practical understanding of Law legislation and regulations as they apply to the local market
-Knowledge on card scheme policies and acquiring systems
-Knowledge of card processing
-Proven success rate in negotiation in a corporate environment
-Knowledge of relevant third party suppliers (e.g. technology)
-An up to date knowledge of industry related developments
-May have experience in the Business to Business Financial Services Sector
-Knowledge of the Card Acquiring industry would be an advantage but not essential
-Communication skills
-Relationship Management skills
-Planning
-Excellent Interpersonal skills
-Sales skills
-Negotiation skills
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: 1st November, 2013
Careers at Bioversity International-Scientist, Rural Socio-Economist
Job Title: Scientist, Rural Socio-Economist
Organisation: Bioversity International
Project: Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Leader of the Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources
About US:
Bioversity International is a research-for-development organization working with partners worldwide to use and conserve agricultural and tree biodiversity for improved livelihoods, nutrition, sustainability and productive and resilient ecosystems. Bioversity International is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership for a food secure future. Bioversity International has more than 300 staff and scientists worldwide working with almost 700 partners.
For further information on Bioversity International, consult the Web page at http://www.bioversityinternational.org
Project Background:
The Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources Programme of Bioversity International pursues a systems approach to achieving rural livelihoods improvements and the sustainable use and conservation of commodity genetic resources, with emphasis on banana, cacao and coconut. The approach is based on a combination of conceptual frameworks, methods and tools for the collection, characterization, evaluation and documentation of commodity genetic resources, ecological intensification of banana-based production systems, including management of pests and diseases, and the analysis and development of value chains. This position responds to the need for a sound understanding of rural livelihood strategies and the relative and absolute role banana, cacao and coconut and associated agricultural biodiversity play therein. The position requires extensive travel in east and southern Africa, and periodic travel to research sites in Asia and Latin America.
Justification of Position:
-With international attention focusing on the need to increase investment in agriculture to improve rural livelihoods, food and nutritional security, natural resources management and ecosystem services, Bioversity is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic person to lead economic research in the area of commodity genetic resources, productivity, and value chains and to carry out impact assessment of our research in pursuit of our strategic goals. Based in our regional office for east and southern Africa (ESA) in Kampala, Uganda the incumbent will coordinate and lead research to:
-Evaluate the contribution of agricultural biodiversity and agro-ecological intensification to the security of smallholder livelihoods in response to pest and disease pressure and climate variability and change.
-Determine principal economic and social drivers for agro-ecological intensification and the use of agricultural biodiversity, including key determinants of the policy and market environments.
-Assess the impact of Bioversity's work regarding the increased use of agricultural biodiversity in commodity-based smallholder production systems on livelihoods, food and nutritional security, and gender equity.
-The selected candidate will work with diverse partners and stakeholders at the global, national and local levels in pursuit of Bioversity's strategy and research agenda that seeks to leverage the use of agricultural biodiversity for sustainable intensification of production systems and more resilient livelihoods.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:NGO - Non-Government Organisations Jobs in Uganda
-Develop household typologies according to the absolute and relative weight of banana, cocoa and coconut and associated agricultural biodiversity in the livelihood strategies of diverse smallholder households.
-Assess gender-disaggregated effects of using agricultural biodiversity on household asset building, food and nutritional security, income generation and resilience to climate change.
-Carry out studies on the economic and social drivers for agro-ecological intensification and the use of diverse genetic resources in smallholder production systems based on banana, cocoa and coconut.
-Collaborate with biophysical and social scientists to identify options for agroecological intensification and value chain integration through partnerships at the research-development interface, in line with smallholder livelihood realities and needs.
-Carry out socio-economic analyses for assessing the outcomes and impact of Bioversity's research on commodity genetic resources, productivity and value chains, including the role of the international and regional networks Bioversity coordinates.
-Provide backstopping for data collection during project implementation to secure data availability for monitoring and evaluation as well as ex-post impact assessment.
-Collaborate with other scientists, both within Bioversity and other CGIAR Centres and research organizations, including pertinent CGIAR Research Programmes (CRPs) and other research-for-development platforms and networks.
-Contribute to capacity building for livelihoods analysis and ex-ante/ex-post impact assessment through collaborative research with national partners.
-Contribute to outcome progress monitoring in the Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources Programme and collaborate with the Impact Assessment Unit at Bioversity and within relevant CRPs in developing and updating concepts and methods for comprehensive impact assessment of agricultural research for development.
-Produce scientific publications and other impact-oriented products from high quality research and present research findings in international and national conferences, symposia and other high-level meetings.
-Ensure the timely development of concepts, proposals, communications and reports for a range of donors, in close collaboration with the ESA office, Programme Leadership and the Resource Mobilization Team; take part in meetings and other events with donors and potential donors.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The applicant should hold a PhD in agricultural or development economics, geography or related fields, with expertise in the area of livelihoods analysis and impact assessment.
-At least five years of research experience in socio-economic analysis and impact assessment related to agricultural development, particularly in tropical and subtropical countries, preferably carried out in an international context.
-Strong background in quantitative analysis of household survey data and rigorous design of impact studies, with experience in qualitative methods that complement quantitative approaches.
-Familiarity with systems thinking, including farming and livelihoods systems and value chain frameworks, with experience or interest in gender-responsive research.
-Good Understanding of innovative analytical approaches, including network analysis, and platforms for new ways of analyzing data.
-A sustained record of scientific achievement and innovation including experience with the design and implementation of research projects and a demonstrated publication record in relevant fields.
-Exhibit commitment to and demonstrated track record of working within multi-disciplinary teams and in multicultural environments.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to motivate, catalyze and promote engagement through negotiation and consensus-building.
-Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written.
-Drive and entrepreneurship to pursue and develop new research opportunities.
-Experience in and high personal commitment to capacity building through collaborative research with national partners and supervision of PhD and MSc/MA students.
-Capacity to integrate findings from biophysical and agroecological research, including ecosystem health, ecology and plant sciences, with socio-economic aspects of agricultural development.
-Experience in partnerships both with research and development partners.
-Working knowledge of Spanish and French is an advantage.
Terms and conditions:
This is a Scientist level internationally recruited position. Bioversity International offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive salary, non-contributory retirement plan, medical insurance, housing allowance and leave provisions. All benefits are denominated and paid in US Dollars. The initial contract will be for a period of three years subject to a probationary period of one year.
How to Apply:
All Applications should be submitted online through Bioversity Job Opportunities web page
(http://www.bioversityinternational.org/about_us/job_opportunities.html) by clicking the “Apply” button and completing the online application and attaching the required information including contact details (address, telephone number and e-mail address) of at least three referees, whom Bioversity will contact for only short listed applicants.
Bioversity is an equal opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity.
Women and candidates from developing countries are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 15th November 2013 but we will continue accepting applications until the position is filled
Organisation: Bioversity International
Project: Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Leader of the Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources
About US:
Bioversity International is a research-for-development organization working with partners worldwide to use and conserve agricultural and tree biodiversity for improved livelihoods, nutrition, sustainability and productive and resilient ecosystems. Bioversity International is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership for a food secure future. Bioversity International has more than 300 staff and scientists worldwide working with almost 700 partners.
For further information on Bioversity International, consult the Web page at http://www.bioversityinternational.org
Project Background:
The Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources Programme of Bioversity International pursues a systems approach to achieving rural livelihoods improvements and the sustainable use and conservation of commodity genetic resources, with emphasis on banana, cacao and coconut. The approach is based on a combination of conceptual frameworks, methods and tools for the collection, characterization, evaluation and documentation of commodity genetic resources, ecological intensification of banana-based production systems, including management of pests and diseases, and the analysis and development of value chains. This position responds to the need for a sound understanding of rural livelihood strategies and the relative and absolute role banana, cacao and coconut and associated agricultural biodiversity play therein. The position requires extensive travel in east and southern Africa, and periodic travel to research sites in Asia and Latin America.
Justification of Position:
-With international attention focusing on the need to increase investment in agriculture to improve rural livelihoods, food and nutritional security, natural resources management and ecosystem services, Bioversity is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic person to lead economic research in the area of commodity genetic resources, productivity, and value chains and to carry out impact assessment of our research in pursuit of our strategic goals. Based in our regional office for east and southern Africa (ESA) in Kampala, Uganda the incumbent will coordinate and lead research to:
-Evaluate the contribution of agricultural biodiversity and agro-ecological intensification to the security of smallholder livelihoods in response to pest and disease pressure and climate variability and change.
-Determine principal economic and social drivers for agro-ecological intensification and the use of agricultural biodiversity, including key determinants of the policy and market environments.
-Assess the impact of Bioversity's work regarding the increased use of agricultural biodiversity in commodity-based smallholder production systems on livelihoods, food and nutritional security, and gender equity.
-The selected candidate will work with diverse partners and stakeholders at the global, national and local levels in pursuit of Bioversity's strategy and research agenda that seeks to leverage the use of agricultural biodiversity for sustainable intensification of production systems and more resilient livelihoods.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:NGO - Non-Government Organisations Jobs in Uganda
-Develop household typologies according to the absolute and relative weight of banana, cocoa and coconut and associated agricultural biodiversity in the livelihood strategies of diverse smallholder households.
-Assess gender-disaggregated effects of using agricultural biodiversity on household asset building, food and nutritional security, income generation and resilience to climate change.
-Carry out studies on the economic and social drivers for agro-ecological intensification and the use of diverse genetic resources in smallholder production systems based on banana, cocoa and coconut.
-Collaborate with biophysical and social scientists to identify options for agroecological intensification and value chain integration through partnerships at the research-development interface, in line with smallholder livelihood realities and needs.
-Carry out socio-economic analyses for assessing the outcomes and impact of Bioversity's research on commodity genetic resources, productivity and value chains, including the role of the international and regional networks Bioversity coordinates.
-Provide backstopping for data collection during project implementation to secure data availability for monitoring and evaluation as well as ex-post impact assessment.
-Collaborate with other scientists, both within Bioversity and other CGIAR Centres and research organizations, including pertinent CGIAR Research Programmes (CRPs) and other research-for-development platforms and networks.
-Contribute to capacity building for livelihoods analysis and ex-ante/ex-post impact assessment through collaborative research with national partners.
-Contribute to outcome progress monitoring in the Commodity Systems and Genetic Resources Programme and collaborate with the Impact Assessment Unit at Bioversity and within relevant CRPs in developing and updating concepts and methods for comprehensive impact assessment of agricultural research for development.
-Produce scientific publications and other impact-oriented products from high quality research and present research findings in international and national conferences, symposia and other high-level meetings.
-Ensure the timely development of concepts, proposals, communications and reports for a range of donors, in close collaboration with the ESA office, Programme Leadership and the Resource Mobilization Team; take part in meetings and other events with donors and potential donors.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The applicant should hold a PhD in agricultural or development economics, geography or related fields, with expertise in the area of livelihoods analysis and impact assessment.
-At least five years of research experience in socio-economic analysis and impact assessment related to agricultural development, particularly in tropical and subtropical countries, preferably carried out in an international context.
-Strong background in quantitative analysis of household survey data and rigorous design of impact studies, with experience in qualitative methods that complement quantitative approaches.
-Familiarity with systems thinking, including farming and livelihoods systems and value chain frameworks, with experience or interest in gender-responsive research.
-Good Understanding of innovative analytical approaches, including network analysis, and platforms for new ways of analyzing data.
-A sustained record of scientific achievement and innovation including experience with the design and implementation of research projects and a demonstrated publication record in relevant fields.
-Exhibit commitment to and demonstrated track record of working within multi-disciplinary teams and in multicultural environments.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to motivate, catalyze and promote engagement through negotiation and consensus-building.
-Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written.
-Drive and entrepreneurship to pursue and develop new research opportunities.
-Experience in and high personal commitment to capacity building through collaborative research with national partners and supervision of PhD and MSc/MA students.
-Capacity to integrate findings from biophysical and agroecological research, including ecosystem health, ecology and plant sciences, with socio-economic aspects of agricultural development.
-Experience in partnerships both with research and development partners.
-Working knowledge of Spanish and French is an advantage.
Terms and conditions:
This is a Scientist level internationally recruited position. Bioversity International offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive salary, non-contributory retirement plan, medical insurance, housing allowance and leave provisions. All benefits are denominated and paid in US Dollars. The initial contract will be for a period of three years subject to a probationary period of one year.
How to Apply:
All Applications should be submitted online through Bioversity Job Opportunities web page
(http://www.bioversityinternational.org/about_us/job_opportunities.html) by clicking the “Apply” button and completing the online application and attaching the required information including contact details (address, telephone number and e-mail address) of at least three referees, whom Bioversity will contact for only short listed applicants.
Bioversity is an equal opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity.
Women and candidates from developing countries are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 15th November 2013 but we will continue accepting applications until the position is filled
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