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Friday 6 December 2013

Treasury Middle Office Analyst Jobs at Barclays Bank in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Treasury Middle Office Analyst

Organisation: Barclays Bank
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Middle Office Manager

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 Treasury Middle Office Analyst will be responsible for;

-Assist in reporting on risk and results, as well as to provide a source of information for
-Middle Office Manager with regard to positions, results, instruments, products, activities, systems and procedures;
-Assist in Product Control (roll-out of new/amendment to existing products)

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Risk, governance and control (70%):

-P&L/Open Position reconciliation: Perform daily open position reconcilation and ensure that Treasury performance is tracked and reported accurately.

Market Risk Management:

-Assist in the preparation of calculation of DVAR and Liquidity.
-Assist in the investigation of any variations/excesses in Dvar results.
-Assist in documentation and verification of all approved pricing models.

Liquidity Risk Management:

Assist in the preparation of the inputs required for the Liquidity return

Credit Risk Management:

-Assist in processing counterparty limit requests on behalf of front office.
-Assist in providing information on counterparties as requested.
-Assist in maintenance of database of counterparty limits.
-Keep abreast of local market developments which could have direct bearing on change to Procedures/reporting requirements.
-Ensure compliance with Market Operations Manual (MOM) standards and audit requirements.
-Ensure critical controls relating to market risk management is being observed and assist in raising appropriate awareness in Treasury Front and Back-Office.
-Develop/maintain good relationships with Treasury Front and Back-Office staff members to ensure achievement of business goals.

2. Systems maintenance and development (20%):  
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-Participate in any systems implementation in the Middle-Office
-Participate in training initiatives to ensure Front-Office/Middle-Office/Back-Office staff receive adequate training on Treasury risk systems.
-Assist in development/design of reports to provide appropriate information which identifies the risk
-Positions and profit and loss profile of Treasury.

3. Administrative support (10%)

-Maintenance of records/documentation of Treasury Middle Office reports.
-Responsible for importing reports from BRAINS and DM3.
-Assist in providing required documentation for audits.
-Assist in providing necessary documentation for implementation of new systems.
-Ensure maintenance of the filing system of CBE & GRCB Treasury and Market Risk Policies and procedures.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

-The applicant should possess a University degree
-Treasury/banking qualification
-Sound knowledge of Market risk methodologies & tools
-Regulatory and Head Office reporting requirements
-PC skills
-Good communication skills
-Familiarization with Front-Office dealing strategies/activities.
-Basic understanding of DVAR (Daily Value at Risk) and/or any other market risk measurement methodology employed.
-Basic understanding of the principles of prudent liquidity management and reporting
-Basic understanding of procedures for the whole product cycle from deal initiation settlement.
-Experience in large international bank/investment bank
-Basic knowledge/practice of Treasury products, Treasury risk systems and operational processes;
-Experience in creating/running risk models

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:  18th December, 2013

Director Medical Services Job at Reach Out Mbuya Parish HIV/AIDS Initiative in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title:Director Medical Services

Organisation: Reach Out Mbuya Parish HIV/AIDS Initiative
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About Reach Out:
Reach Out Mbuya Parish HIV/AIDS Initiative is a PEPFAR/CDC supported community based NGO that was established in 2001 with the mission: “To curb the further spread of HIV infections by educating all residents of Mbuya Parish about HIV/AIDS, and to enable those who are already living with HIV/AIDS to live a responsible, positive, and dignified life.” Reach Out delivers comprehensive services through four satellite clinics and multiple mobile outreaches and public-private partnerships within Kampala and Luwero. Reach Out seeks to recruit a dynamic, self-motivated well-qualified person to fill the position below. H/she will be responsible for a pool of more than 5000 clients and 70 staff in medical directorate

Job Summary:
The Director Medical Services plans and directs all aspects of an organization’s medical policies and programs, ensuring that they are in compliance with national policies while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of patient care.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

-Provide the planning and leadership to the medical directorate by ensuring that appropriate structures, systems, competencies and values are developed.
-Stay abreast of national trends in HIV prevalence and management and ensure that ROMs medical services remain in line with prevailing trends and relevant to the targeted population.
-Provide leadership in the development and review of appropriate clinical protocols and processes that support consistent quality services and appropriate referrals.
-Develop, monitor and support compliance with continuous medical quality improvement plans and peer review processes.
-Provide leadership to Reach Out Kasaala ensuring quality HIV/PHC integrated service delivery.
-To ensure effective implementation and expansion of new upcoming initiatives and programs including private-public partnerships and services to key populations in all the sites/centres.
-Ensure that the interfaces between Medical and other departments are managed optimally.
-Develop a clear public relations strategy for the directorate, create and manage formal and informal networks with key organizations and institutions within and abroad to expand ROM’s networking and advocacy strategy.
-Have responsibility for the financial management of the directorate including budget planning, resource allocation and preparation of quarterly reports.
-Collaborate with the Director Finance and Administration, the Executive Director and all coordinators ensure proper planning and implementation of all ROM development plans through meetings, effective decision making, strategic planning and resource mobilization.
-Motivate and develop staff within the directorate and enhance succession planning through effective delegation.
-Ensure effective communication throughout the directorate
-Coordinate directorate’s work plans and reports with support of Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
-To promote the vision, mission and the values of Reach Out as expressed in the policies, regulations & guidelines.
-Ensure health safety, and security in your area of operation in ROM
-Take on other related responsibilities as required

Key Performance Indicators:

-Efficient/ effective and high quality medical services provided
-Medical staff, budgets and procedures well managed
-Strategic planning and coordination of medical programs effectively managed

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a Master’s degree in Medical-Sciences or a related field
-Five or more years’ experience in HIV/AIDS Care and management
-Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Care and management
-Counselling & Guidance
-Finance and administration management
-Public Relations
-Training of Trainers
-Clinical guidelines and policies
-National HIV/AIDS policies and guidelines
-Current trends in HIV/AIDS treatment
-Knowledge and experience of research methods – both quantitative and qualitative
-Excellent management and organisational skills
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
-Excellent oral and written presentation skills
-Good computer skills
-Ability to work independently and with a team
-Leadership and Team building skills

How to Apply:
All interested and suitably qualified persons should submit their applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae, a day-time telephone number(s), and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least two referees; as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to; Human Resource Manager Reach Out Mbuya Parish HIV/AIDS Initiative P.O. Box 7303, Kampala, Uganda Physical Address: Plot 1 Boazman Road, Mbuya 11(Next to Our Lady of Africa Church, Mbuya)

Deadline:  13th December 2013.

Jobs at Barclays Bank-Scheme Postings and Disbursement Officer

Job Title: Scheme Postings and Disbursement Officer

Organisation: Barclays Bank
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Manager Disbursements & Collections Postings.

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 Scheme Postings and Disbursement Officer  will be responsible for credit approved loans onto Customer loan accounts  to contribute to  business growth in line with the Barclay’s policies and procedures and post  collection payments received  to achieve impairment Targets.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Crediting approved loan applications(40%):

-Confirm loan details or type loan i.e. secured, takeover or unsecured.
-Create loan account for loans that are to be disbursed.
-Disburse all loans applications that meet the required criteria and update the system and the CAM report with stamp signature.
-Adhere to timelines for crediting secured loans after security perfection certificate and safe to lend documentation have been received.
-For new loans check for salary credits to ensure that salaries are received through Barclays before loan account has been opened.
-For government Loans, confirm affordability checks have been done and reserved amount still holds on the PSU system.
-Confirm that the outgoing RTGs amount is in line with the outstanding amount on the loan statement for takeovers.
-Confirm that the outgoing RTGs amount is in line with the balance on the top up for all existing borrowers.
-Forward all applications that do not meet the requirements to the receipt desk for outbound courier after updating the system (including loan tracker).
-Remit insurance premium and stamp duty for the month to the insurer and URA respectively.
-Conduct post disbursement call over to ensure accuracy of all information captured during the loan processing chain (standing order amount, insurance fees, interest rates, loan duration, amount borrowed,etc) using the Loans disbursed and the insurance premium.
-File loan applications that have been disbursed for future reference.

2.Data Capture (35%):
 
-Create loan account for loans that are to be disbursed.
-Disburse all loans applications that meet the required criteria and update the system and the CAM report with stamp signature.
-Scan Reconciled RTGS on a daily and have these sent through by 3.00p.m for on ward processing by your authorizer.
-Receive payment schedules and instructions from the collections team whenever posting.
-Confirm that totals on the payment instructions and schedules attached tally before posting.
-Ensure that the signatures have been verified on all authorized instructions/cheques before proceeding to post.
-Return all Payment instructions that don’t meet requirements to your Supervisor for correction.
-Receive duly signed collection payments instructions from the Team leader for Posting.
-Ensure accurate and timely posting of daily and month end collections to achieve the RCT Impairment target.
-Ensure all scheme loan cheques received by 3.00 p.m are posted same day.
-Ensure that clearance cheques, drafts are put on schedule and delivered to Sybrin same day by 4.00 p.m.
-Ensure proper filling of every documents; loan files /sheets processed by self for purposes of records management and a clean audit report.
-Identify any schedules with items not posted due to closed, invalid and missing accounts whenever they arise to your supervisor.
-Ensure loans to re-align and write-off are posted off with in 48 hours.
-Ensure loans to delink, place holds and lifting are posted same day received.
-Ensure all over draft applications are processed on time and comply with OD processing checklist.
-Achieve a satisfactory Audit Rating.

3.Control (10%)

-Ensure reconciliation of the General Ledgers if any is assigned to you.
-Confirm that the amount credited to the customers loan account is the same as that on the loan schedule from the companies.
-Ensure that all necessary debits off the scheme loan GL have been effected into the individual loan accounts
-Forward all suspicious transactions to the fraud team for investigation.
-Conduct snap checks as assigned by line manager.
-Ensure safe custody of documents, tools and pass words to all systems at all times.
-Ensure accuracy of information entered in the system and standard templates at all stages of the process.
-Ensure reconciliation of the General Ledgers if any is assigned to you.

4.Call over (5%)

-Review transactions on Scheme Suspense GL To confirm any RTGS To be sent through for Processing on a daily.
-Print out the general ledger statement (scheme loan suspense account) and perform a call over against payment schedules when assigned to do this.
-Identify anomalies (missing account numbers, invalid or closed accounts) and advise your Team leader for prompt rectification by the originators.
-Rectify errors related to wrong postings of payments and loan disbursement  within the system promptly.

5.Customer service (5%)

-Respond to queries relating to  the scheme posting and loan crediting process from various stake holders with the set timelines.
-Adhere to timelines within the service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure efficiency and quick turn around time (TAT) in loan processing.

6.Contribution to the team (5%)

-Share best practice and any red flags that are a result of the scheme and disbursement process.
-Support other members of Credit Operations Unit when required to ensure business continuity and achievement of business targets.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

-The applicant should possess General banking Knowledge.
-Know your customer (KYC) standards.
-Good Customer service, TCF and complaints handling.
-Good understanding the Barclays end to end retail lending process.
-Knowledge of Barclays Retail lending policies.
-Knowledge of finance or accounting.
-Sanctions and Anti money laundering.
-Information security awareness,
-Records management.
-Knowledge on Data privacy.
-Fraud awareness.
-Performance development.
-Barclays retail lending policies and end to end processes.
-Product knowledge (Retail Asset products)
-Flexcube system.
-PSU payment solutions.
-Credit analysis.
-Transact SM
-Scheme Posting and Disbursement Process

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:  16th December, 2013

Regional Programme Coordinator Job Vacancy at Malaria Consortium (MC) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title:   Regional Programme Coordinator – Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes (ISMO)

Organisation: Malaria Consortium (MC)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About MC:

Malaria Consortium and other partners are implementing a multi-country programme which aims to strengthen the market for severe malaria treatment through catalytic supply and demand management initiatives. The main goal of this project is the reduction in mortality from severe malaria in targeted countries. This will be through the accelerated global adoption of Injectable Artesunate (Inj AS). In order to reach this goal, the consortium of is carrying out market interventions for accelerating the uptake of Inj AS in six select countries over a three year period to help improve severe malaria outcomes by strengthening the market for Inj AS.
The project’s global and country-level implementation activities focus on four primary outputs:
Increase in adoption of appropriately used Inj AS in the six select countries
Incentives for generic manufacturers to invest in and complete the WHO prequalification of their product in the market for quality assured Inj AS;
Transition of funding support for Inj AS by other global donors/funders of malaria treatments;
Improved forecasting in the select countries and procurement planning for stabilization of the market for Inj AS

The outcome of these activities will result in the creation of a stable and sustainable market for quality assured Inj AS with two or more suppliers. This will guarantee access to quality Inj AS for the treatment of severe malaria.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should hold a postgraduate qualification in paediatrics, medicine, public health, epidemiology or another relevant speciality.
Significant public health or research experience in different low income country settings, preferably in Africa.
Experience working closely with Ministries of Health and other stakeholders in relation to malaria control policy and practice.
Good understanding of malaria case management.
Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research methods as applied to malaria case management
Experience in managing public health or communicable disease projects in low income settings
Experience managing large budgets
Excellent programme planning and management skills
Demonstrable research skills
Excellent technical and report writing skills
Excellent problem solving, planning and organising skills
Ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines
Attentive to detail with high levels of accuracy
Fluency in written and spoken English
Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and negotiation skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-cultural team
Proactive and enthusiastic approach, with a willingness to participate in field activities/surveys and travel to remote areas within the region
Proficiency in MS office suite

How to Apply:
If you need more information, please visit our website www.malariaconsortium.org where you will have access to the full job description. Otherwise, if contented, please send your CV, with a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification and your current salary information, to Human Resources at HR.Recruitment@malariaconsortium.org We appreciate your application, however only short listed candidates will be contacted within three weeks after the closing date.

Deadline: 14th December 2013

Jobs at MTN-Uganda-Account Manager

Job Title: Account Manager-MTN Business (2 Positions)

Organization: MTN-Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Segment Manager

About MTN:
MTN-Uganda is the leading telecommunications Company in Uganda, providing payphone, fixed lines, fax/data, internet and mobile services. MTN is an equal opportunity employer and is currently expanding and is seeking to recruit competent individuals to fill the following vacant

Job Summary:
The primary role of the Account Manager – MTN Business is to grow MTN Uganda market share and ensure sales leadership and acquisition of new business to enable attainment of business targets while retaining existing customers..

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Initiate, design and ensure provision of appropriate fixed and mobile, data and voice solutions, for the small and medium market sector, with the objective of maximizing MTN Uganda Market share.
-Maximize the acquisition of MTN client base for all MTN network solutions in a bid to meet assigned targets.
-Ensure maximum utilization of MTN fixed and mobile corporate solutions.
-Implement acquisition strategies for the Small & Medium sector as set.
-Analyze account revenue trends with an objective of growing their size and value Develop weekly, monthly and quarterly sales plans in accordance to agreed strategies and submit them to Sales Manager SME for perusal and approval.
-Contribute to the sectors’ quarterly strategy to ensure synergy creation.
-Asses and report on competitor activity with specific reference to how it impacts on the delivery of services to assigned accounts.
-Recommend and propose strategies to mitigate competitor attack.
-Manage discounted services within the assigned accounts and ensure that the discounts reflect a quantifiable value to the company.
-Maintain a 45day credit culture within assigned accounts.
-Provide weekly and monthly reporting to the Sales Manager SME.

Qualification Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a Bachelor of Commerce, Business Administration or its equivalent.
-A Diploma; Professional Certificate in selling and customer services OR Membership to chattered institute of marketing is an added advantage.
-At least 3-5 years Sales experience of durable high-tech goods that require after sales services in fast paced customer focused company.
-Knowledge of telecommunication industry is an added advantage.
-Valid Driver’s license (at least 2 years) is a requirement.
-Prior knowledge of the MTN products and services;
-Organizational Commitment and Performance Excellence skills.
-Good management report writing, strong presentation and communication skills.
-Strong Emotional intelligence, Teamwork, interpersonal and relationship building skills.
-Excellent Communication; presentation and negotiation skills.
-Good Interpersonal and Customer Management skills.
-High degree of integrity.
-Computer Skills-MS Office applications.
-Self - directed.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their Job Applications with detailed CVs, certified copies of academic certificates (originals are to be presented at the interview) and names and addresses of three referees addressed to the: the Human Resources Manager IT Shared Services, MTN plot 77 Yusuf Lule road opposite Garden City Shopping Mall, Kampala, Uganda

Note: MTN Uganda is an equal opportunity Employer. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 10th December, 2013

Careers at Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)-Drivers

Job Title: Driver (2 Positions)

Organization: Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Project Administrator

About Us:
The Government of The Republic of Uganda has received a loan from the African Development Fund to finance the Higher Education Science and Technology (HEST) project in Uganda. The principal objective of this project is to contribute to building Uganda’s human capital skills development capacity particularly in education, science and technology and to respond to labor market demands and spur productivity nationally.
It will also enhance access to HEST through rehabilitation and expansion of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) learning facilities totaling 80,000 square meters in the six universities (Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Gulu University, Busitema University and Muni University) and two degree awarding institutions (Uganda Management Institute and Makerere University Business School). The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES), as the Executing Agency, wishes to recruit suitable candidates for the following vacancies available under the Support to Higher Education, Science and Technology (HEST) – ADB V Project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The job holder drives the project vehicle assigned to him/her.
Ensuring that project vehicle is in good mechanical condition.
Keeping the project vehicle clean and tidy.
Ensuring that the project vehicle is fully serviced and maintained.
Filling and maintaining the vehicle log book regularly and movement orders.
Liaise with the officer in charge to ensure the servicing and repairing of the vehicle is done in time.
Perform other related job tasks as assigned by project administrator

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should possess an Ordinary Level Certificate in Education.
Possession of a valid driving permit class A and B.
Certification in motor vehicle repair and maintenance is an added advantage.
Clearance to drive Government vehicles by the Chief Mechanical Engineer.
Conversant with Defensive driving skills.
Conversant with and able to adhere to traffic laws and regulations in place.
Self motivated and able to take corrective decisions/ actions.
Must be ready to work long hours, including weekends.

How to Apply:
All application letters clearly marked “Application for the Post of ……………………… under HEST Project, which should also name three professional referees (and their email / day time telephone contacts), detailed CV with attached photocopies of relevant certificates / testimonials, and telephone contact, MUST be addressed and delivered to the address below;
The Assistant Commissioner,
Human Resource Management,
Ministry of Education and Sports,
King George IV Way,
Embassy House, 4th Floor,
P. O. BOX 7063, Kampala. Uganda
Only short listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews by phone or e-mail. All candidates must therefore, indicate their contact phone or e-mail addresses.

Deadline: 18th December, 2013 by 5:00 p.m

Records Assistant Career at Makerere University Kampala (MUK)

Job Title:Records Assistant

Organisation: Makerere University Kampala (MUK)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director Human Resources and College Principal

About MUK:
Established in 1922 as a humble technical school, Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious Universities in Africa. In January of that year, the school, which was later renamed Uganda Technical College, opened its doors to 14 day students who began studying Carpentry, Building and Mechanics. The College soon began offering various other courses in Medical Care, Agriculture , Veterinary Sciences and Teacher Training. It expanded over the years to become a Center for Higher Education in East Africa in 1935. In 1937, the College started developing into an institution of higher education, offering post-school certificate courses. In 1949, it became a University College affiliated to the University College of London, offering courses leading to the general degrees of its then mother institution.

Job Summary:
The Human Resources Officer will implement, maintain and update programs, procedures and Strategies for the College in line with Human Resources Policies.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Entering data as instructed
Data/file as required
Maintenance of file transit registers
Data collection as required
Perform any other specific duties related to records and information as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should hold a Diploma in Records Management or Equivalent
At least a year’s experience in Records and Information Management
Computer literacy skills;
Good interpersonal communication skills;
Data entry skills
Attention to detail
High sense of accuracy
Capacity to work with minimal supervision
Age: Less than 50 years

How to Apply:
All applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacancies above. Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 31st December 2013

Collection Officers Job Vacancy at Barclays Bank in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Collection Officers BA1 - 00138107

Organisation: Barclays Bank
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Head of Financial Reporting

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 Collections Officers will be responsible for the management of all out of order accounts within the Retail portfolio, with the objective of putting in place strategies with the customer to bring their indebtedness back to order  or recovering from defaulting  debtors

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Risk Management and Control 40%

Monitor and control the out of order retail accounts and take appropriate action to normalise the position, within pre-determined policy rules and laid down strategies. The overall objective of the role is to ensure recovery  action is taken  at the earliest opportunity  to  avert loss through default
Undertake the review of all monthly advances control reports, assessing the information therein and making recommendations regarding the strategy to be employed in ensuring that such out of order accounts are returned to order within the shortest possible time. This is likely to involve agreeing short term lending agreements.
Contact customers whose accounts are out of order. This may take the form of written correspondence or normally this would be by direct telephone contact.
Receive and authorize FOS authorization requests (agree short term borrowing requests)
Own & Maintain a diary system for:
Quarterly account reviews
Provision of financial information
Perfection of security
Fulfillment of conditions of offer
EWL reviews
Review and recommend classification , writing off , or  outsourcing of a debt
Send out notices and demand letters
Adhere to service level agreements
General filing

2. Business Management 30%

Monitor and manage workflow within the Retail Credit Collections, Monitoring & Control and Recoveries Team.
Compilation of various returns, as required, through the assimilation of information available within the Retail Credit  team
Responsible for devising collections and recoveries  strategies for implementation within the Collections, Monitoring & Control and Recoveries  team
Liaison with 3rd parties (i.e. debt collection agencies) regarding policies and strategies for the recovery of out of order accounts.
Input into new/amended lending policies or products within the business
First point of contact for customer complaints.

3. Staff Management   30%
Monitor and manage workflow within the Collections, Monitoring & Control and Recoveries Team.
Responsible for devising collections and recoveries  strategies for implementation within the Collections and Recoveries  team
Liaison with 3rd parties (i.e. debt collection agencies) regarding policies and strategies for the recovery of out of order accounts.
First point of contact for customer complaints.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

The applicant should possess  basic knowledge of the bank’s customer service standards
Good knowledge of the Personal and Business Sector credit policy
Prior experience in a lending / monitoring & control environment
Good understanding of the bank’s lending policies, principles and procedures
Good knowledge of the bank’s lending criteria in the Business and Personal sectors and the products and services relating to them
General knowledge of the International Credit manual, BMIS User manual,  Barclays Africa  Retail Credit policy and procedures  manual , Barclay loan/Personal Overdraft User manual and Guide to management of risk
Good Communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
Good Numeracy skills
Excellent    Team worker
Keyboard skills
Good analytical 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:  16th December, 2013

Chief Technician Job Vacancy at Makerere University

Job Title: Chief Technician.

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Qualification:

 Masters of Science in Laboratory Management

Experience:

Laboratory work experience of three years two of which should be at Principal Technician level or its equivalent.

Duties:

-Supervise and maintain harmonious working relationships amongst staff under his/her care;
-Generate reports, inventories, orders and budgets;
-Oversee the proper use of work place equipment and facilities;
-Update, review and maintain standard operating procedures for use in the work place;
-Requisition, maintain and account for financial and other resources in the course of duty;
-Initiate and/ or participate in research and  consultancy work;
-Prepare and supervise students’ practicals, industrial training, internship and fieldwork;
-Complement academic staff in teaching practicals;
-Establish and maintain guidelines & regulations to ensure quality assurance and control; and, safety in the work place; and

Competences;

•Ability to handle Clients in a courteous manner;
•Good interpersonal relations;
•Ability to communicate precisely and concisely;
•Analytical skills;
•Proficiency in using machines & computers;
•Time management; and
•Safety consciousness

Age Limit:Below 50 years of age

Tenure of Appointment:Permanent terms of service

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:
The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala.

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Research Fellows needed at Makerere University

Job Title: Research Fellow (4 Positions)

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Qualifications:    
     
(i) A PhD
(ii) A minimum of three (3) years of proven research.
(iii) A minimum of three (3) refereed publications
(iv) At least two research reports

Area of Specialization;

A Candidate must fall within the current area of specialization:

African Political Thought
Political Economy
African History, with a particular interest in Pre-Colonial African History
Socio-Cultural Anthropology
Literary and Cultural Studies


Duties and Responsibilities;

1.Publish at least one article a year.
2.Teach at least two MISR graduate courses annually
3.Participate in a MISR core research project
4.Prepare and submit an annual activity report
5.Actively participate in service to the Institute and University
6.Participate in workshops run by the Institute
7.Supervision of Students to completion
8.Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director.

Tenure of appointment:  Five (5) years renewable contract subject to satisfactory performance following the appraisal.

How to Apply
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala.

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Lecturer Careers at Makerere University

Job Title : Lecturer                        

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Qualification:
 
(i) MBChB or BDS or any Medical Degree.
(ii) MSc. Human Anatomy OR MMED General Surgery or MMED Orthopaedic Surgery.

Duties:  

Teaching, supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Assistant Lecturer Job Vacancies at Makerere University

 Job Title: Assistant Lecturer (10 Positions)

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Either
Qualification:  

(i) MSc. Degree in Soil Science with experience in pedology, Soil Morphology and Classification.
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture ( Crop or Soil Science option).
Or
Qualification:      

 (i) MSc. (Soil Science),Or MSc.( Zoology) with emphasis in Soil Macro Organism Biology.
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture( Soil Science option).

Qualification:        

Msc.( Soil Science), Msc. (Chemistry) with emphasis in applied and/or Environment.                          
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture ( Soil Science option) Bsc. Chemistry.
Or
Qualification:        

(i).Msc. In Hortculture or Msc. Crop Science.
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Horticulture

Or
Qualification:        
 Msc. In Animal Science /Veterinary Medicine or Msc. In Animal Science (Physiology).
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture. (Animal Science option) or BVM

Or
Qualification:        

(i). Msc in Crop Science or Msc. in Pathology or Msc. Plant Breeding
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture.

Or
Qualification:        

(i). Msc. Plant Physiology or Msc.in Crop Science (Plant Physiology/Agronomy)
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture.
Or
Qualification:      

 (i). Msc. Animal Science or or Msc.in Range Science or Msc. Range Ecology
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Bsc. Agriculture( Animal Science option) or BSc. Animal Science
Or
Qualification:      

i) MSc. in Seed Science and Technology
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture or Bsc with Botany

Qualification:        

(i). Msc. Animal Science bias in Poultry Science/Management Msc. Range Ecology
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in BSc. Agriculture( Animal Science option) or Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine

Qualification:        

 (i). Msc. Animal Science or Msc. Veterinary Medicine
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in BSc. Agriculture ( Animal Science  option) or Bachelor of Science in Wild life Management

Qualification:      

Msc. In Animal Science (Genetics and Breeding)
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Animal Science or Agriculture(Animal option) or BVM.
Qualification:

Msc. In Agriculture or Forestry with soil surveying
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture or Forestry or Land Use Management (Animal option) or BVM.

Duties:    Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:
The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala
Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Programme Administrator Job Vacancy at Makerere University in Kampala

Job Title:Programme Administrator. (NORHED Institutional Development Programme)

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Reports to: The Programme Coordinator

Salary Scale: M6

Role:  Responsible for general administration of the NORHEAD Institutional
                        Development programme.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide general administrative support
2. Maintain all administrative records
3. Timely communication on matters concerning the programme
4. Record proceedings and minutes of programme meetings
5. Coordinate, organize programme management and programme implementation committee meetings.
6. Manage assets under the programme
7. Participate in compiling progress and annual reports on the status of the programme.
8. Provide administrative support where necessary to Project Principal Investigators.
9. Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum required qualifications:

• Masters degree from a recognized Institution in any field.
• An honours Bachelors degree in from a recognized Institution in any field.

Added Advantage;

• Training in Project Planning and Management.
• Experience in Institutional/Donor funded projects.

Remuneration: UGX 2,825,895 per month (Consolidated)

Required experience: A minimum of five years of related work experience.

Age Limit:Applicants should be below 50 years of age at the time of application

Tenure of Appointment: The appointment shall be for a contractual period of two years with effect from the date of assumption of duties with eligibility of renewal upon satisfactory performance.


Required skills and competencies.

• Excellent report writing and communications skills
• Team work and interpersonal skills
• Must be computer literate

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala.

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Career at St Francis Chapel Makerere-Chaplain

Job Title: Chaplain

Employer: Makerere University (St Francis Chapel)

Duty Station:  Kampala

St Francis Chapel, is one of the three Chaplaincies under the Dean of Students’ office, Makerere University, is the Chaplaincy of the Church of Uganda (Anglican), under the jurisdiction of the Diocese of Kampala.   The Chaplin reports to the Dean of Students of the University and is accountable to the Bishop of Kampala Diocese for his ecclesiastical duties.  St Francis Chapel is seeking to fill the vacant position of Chaplain.

1.Objective of the Position

The mission of St Francis Chapel is “to make disciples who will make disciples”.  The role of the Chaplain is to ensure and manage the provision of services of Christian worship, mission, ministry and discipleship to Makerere University Church of Uganda community (students, staff and their families, and visitors) and other members of the St. Francis Chapel.

2.Key Functions

-Planning for, managing conducting and ensuring the provision of pastoral care, liturgical, pastoral and initiation services including baptism, confirmation, Holy Communion, weddings and funerals, as the incumbent;
-Managing superintending over and ensuring adequate provision of orderly worship services at St Francis Chapel, including (not limited to) Sunday Worship Services;
-Developing and implementing discipleship and missions programmes for all the ages – children, youths, young adults, single and married people, families and senior citizens;
-Organizing seminars, conferences, missions and other programmes for students;
-Planning for and providing Anglican Chaplaincy services to all Makerere University schools and institutes and other related Institutions, including Makerere College School;
-Staff supervision and development, for both ordained and Lay staff of the Chapel.

3.Person Specification

-Should be an ordained priest of the Church of Uganda (Anglican) in good standing, with relevant experience of 5 years;
-Not exceeding 55 years of age;
-Should have well-developed pastoral, managerial and leadership skills, in particular team leadership, strategic planning, inter-personal relationships, listening and discernment skills;
-An effective communicator, and able to work with youth in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary setting;
-Must hold at least a Master’s degree in Theological Studies or its equivalent from an institution recognized by the Church of Uganda.

4.Remuneration M.6 Salary Scale

Terms: An initial contract of two years renewable subject to satisfactory performance following appraisal.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:
The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala.

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Vacancy at Department Library and Information Sciences-Professor

Job Title: Professor (1 Position)

Department: Library and Information Sciences

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Qualifications:

A PhD in Information Science or Library and Information Science.
Ten years of teaching experience
Five new recognized publications since promotion to the rank of Associate Professor
Supervision of 5 Graduate Students to completion. At least 2 (two) Graduate Students to completion since last promotion.
                       
Duties:  

Teaching, examining and supervising Undergraduates and Post graduate Students.  Conducting Research, Community Outreach services, organize and attend conferences & providing academic leadership to the department.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Vacancies at Makerere University-Assistant Head Binder

Job Title: Assistant Head Binder.(1)

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Reports to: Head Binder

Required Qualification:

• Either a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art or a BA plus a credit in Fine Art at O’ or A’ level. (2nd Class Lower Division for the first degree).
• A Postgraduate qualification in Bindery or reprographic field and Computer skills will be added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities;

-Assist the Head Binder in the day to day administration of the Bindery
-Organise the bindery
-Marketing the Bindery Services
-Any other duties described by the Head Binder.

Age limit: Should be below 30 years.

Experience: Three (3) years’ post-graduate working experience in a Bindery or Printing Press

Tenure of Appointment:Permanent Terms of Service

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:
The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala.

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Several Vacancies at Makerere College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS)

Department of Political Science and Public Administration.

Job Title:Lecturer (4Positions)
   
Qualifications:

(i) PhD in Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.
(ii).MA. Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.    
(iii).An Upper Second BA(Social Sciences) degree Majoring in Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.                                                
                                 
Duties:            

-Teaching, examining and grading of graduates Supervision of research for graduate and undergraduate students
-Mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research

 
 (b)Post: Assistant Lecturer(1Position)

Qualification:  

(i).MA. Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.  
(ii).An Upper Second BA(Social Sciences) degree Majoring in Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.                                                  
                                 
 Duties:    Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

2.Department of African Languages

(a) Post:Assistant Lecturer(1Position)

Qualification:  

(i) Masters Degree in Kiswahili
(ii) Minimum of an Upper Second Class Bachelors Degree majoring in Kiswahili

Duties:

Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.


3.Department of Mental Health and Community Psychology

a)Post:Professor (1Position)

Qualifications:

(i) A PhD in Psychology, preferably Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology specialization
ii) Ten years of teaching experience
iii). Five new recognized publications since promotion to the rank of Associate Professor
iv). Supervision of 5 Graduate Students to completion. At least 2 (two) Graduate Students to completion since last promotion.

 Duties:  Teaching, examining and grading of Undergraduate and Graduates’ performance.    Supervision of research for Graduate & Undergraduate Students. Mentoring Junior staff in academic growth & research. Providing academic leadership to the department.

(b)  Post:Associate Professor(1Position)      

Qualifications:  

(i) A PhD in Psychology, preferably Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology specialization
ii). Eight years of teaching experience
iii)Three new recognized publication in the area of specialisation since promotion to the rank of Senior Lecturer
iv).Supervision of three Graduate students to completion. At least 2 (two) Graduate students   to completion since last promotion                      

Duties:

-Teaching, examining and grading of Undergraduate and Graduates’ performance.  
-Supervision of research for Graduate & Undergraduate Students. Mentoring Junior staff in academic growth & research. Providing academic leadership to the department.

 (c)Post:Lecturer (2Positions)
   
 Qualifications:

(i) A PhD in Psychology, preferably Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology specialization.                          
                                 
Duties:

-Teaching, examining and grading of graduates Supervision of research for graduate and undergraduate students
-Mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research

b). Post: Assistant Lecturer(6 Positions)

Qualification:

(i) Masters Degree in Psychology preferably Clinical, Counselling, Health or Community Psychology.
(ii) Minimum of an Upper Second Class Bachelors Degree in Psychology preferably Clinical, Counselling, Health or Community Psychology.

Duties:  

Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.


iv)Department of  Sociology and Social Anthropology

a). Post:Assistant Lecturer(1Position)

Qualification:  

(i) Masters Degree in Sociology or Anthropology or Criminology                            
(ii) Minimum of an Upper Second Class Bachelors Degree in Sociology (Major) or Anthropology (Major)


Duties:    Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

How to Apply
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala

Office Assistant Job Vacancy at the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) in Kampala

Job Title:  Office Assistant

Organization: Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Project Administrator

About Us:

The Government of The Republic of Uganda has received a loan from the African Development Fund to finance the Higher Education Science and Technology (HEST) project in Uganda. The principal objective of this project is to contribute to building Uganda’s human capital skills development capacity particularly in education, science and technology and to respond to labor market demands and spur productivity nationally.
It will also enhance access to HEST through rehabilitation and expansion of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) learning facilities totaling 80,000 square meters in the six universities (Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Gulu University, Busitema University and Muni University) and two degree awarding institutions (Uganda Management Institute and Makerere University Business School). The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES), as the Executing Agency, wishes to recruit suitable candidates for the following vacancies available under the Support to Higher Education, Science and Technology (HEST) – ADB V Project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Dispatching of all official letters and other correspondences.
-Cleaning the office premises and all equipment as may be directed by the secretary.
-Ensuring that office premises are properly cleaned on time.
-Assisting the secretary in reproduction of documents.
-Responsible for locking and opening of the office premises at the appropriate time.
-Preparing and servicing teas for project staff.
-Ensuring that all project/office items are protected and
-Running office errands.
-Perform other related job tasks as assigned by project administrator

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess an Ordinary level Certificate with a credit in English and a pass in Mathematics.
-Orderly and able to take corrective decisions/actions.
-A certificate in Office Management and customer care will be an added advantage.
-Must be ready to work long hours, including weekends.

How to Apply:
All application letters clearly marked “Application for the Post of ……………………… under HEST Project, which should also name three professional referees (and their email / day time telephone contacts), detailed CV with attached photocopies of relevant certificates / testimonials, and telephone contact, MUST be addressed and delivered to the address below;
The Assistant Commissioner,
Human Resource Management,
Ministry of Education and Sports,
King George IV Way,
Embassy House, 4th Floor,
P. O. BOX 7063, Kampala. Uganda
Only short listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews by phone or e-mail. All candidates must therefore, indicate their contact phone or e-mail addresses.

Deadline: 18th December, 2013 by 5:00 p.m

Vacancies at Dama Consultants Limited in Kampala Uganda-Senior Officer – Information Technology

Job Title:  Senior Officer – Information Technology

Organization: Dama Consultants Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Us:

Dama Consultants Limited is an HR recruitment firm which does offers a variety of human resource administrative functions including headhunting. On behalf of our valued client, we take the opportunity to advertise the vacancy above in details hereafter.

Job Summary:

The Senior Officer – Information Technology will be responsible for administering the Information Technology (IT) systems of the company.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The candidate should be a Graduate in IT with practical experience of at least five years in an organization of repute.
-The applicant should possess comprehensive IT knowledge (both hardware and software).
-Knowledge of Oracle/SQL DB and expertise in Networking is essential.
-Working knowledge of Linux/Unix would be an added advantage.
-Ability to work under minimum supervision and be able to perform under pressure and deliver to strict deadlines.
-Administrative skills are to complement IT skills as coordination between various parties and troubleshooting are part of the job profile.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, transcripts, names of three referees and the applicant's daytime telephone contact to: Dama Consultants Limited 10th Floor Uganda House P. O. Box 3967 Kampala - Uganda Tel: +256-414-235 944 or via Email: damaconsuitantsltd@gmail.com

NB: Dama Consultants Limited accepts no liability for incomplete submission, late and/or misdirected transmission of applications. Also, only short listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Deadline: Friday, 20th December, 2013.

Careers at Makerere University Kampala (MUK)-Librarian II (Academic)

Job Title:Librarian II (Academic) – 7 Positions.

Organisation: Makerere University Kampala (MUK)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About MUK:

Established in 1922 as a humble technical school, Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious Universities in Africa. In January of that year, the school, which was later renamed Uganda Technical College, opened its doors to 14 day students who began studying Carpentry, Building and Mechanics. The College soon began offering various other courses in Medical Care, Agriculture , Veterinary Sciences and Teacher Training. It expanded over the years to become a Center for Higher Education in East Africa in 1935. In 1937, the College started developing into an institution of higher education, offering post-school certificate courses. In 1949, it became a University College affiliated to the University College of London, offering courses leading to the general degrees of its then mother institution.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Cataloguing and Classification of books.,
Stock-taking and bibliographic work,
Preserving and Conservation of books.
Maintaining of Library records.
Compiling of Library Reports and Statistics
Supervising support staff and any other Library work assigned by the University Librarian.
Perform any other duties that may be assigned in the normal course of doing business

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should possess a Bachelor of Records and Archives management (BRAM) (1st class or 2nd Upper division), from a recognized institution
The applicant should possess at least One year’s working experience in a relevant institution is an added advantage.
Computer literacy skills in Library/Documentation work are essential.
Good  Team Player
Age: Less than 30 years

How to Apply:
All applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacancies above. Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 31st December 2013

Careers at Makerere University Kampala (MUK)-Gender Officer (Communication and Support Services)

Job Title:Gender Officer (Communication and Support Services)
 
Organisation: Makerere University Kampala (MUK)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Gender Officer (Communication and Support Services)

About MUK:

Established in 1922 as a humble technical school, Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious Universities in Africa. In January of that year, the school, which was later renamed Uganda Technical College, opened its doors to 14 day students who began studying Carpentry, Building and Mechanics. The College soon began offering various other courses in Medical Care, Agriculture , Veterinary Sciences and Teacher Training. It expanded over the years to become a Center for Higher Education in East Africa in 1935. In 1937, the College started developing into an institution of higher education, offering post-school certificate courses. In 1949, it became a University College affiliated to the University College of London, offering courses leading to the general degrees of its then mother institution.

Job Summary:

The Gender Officer will provide services in the Communication and Support Services Division

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

-Be responsible for the mentoring, psychosocial and welfare of the GMD Female Scholarship Foundation (FSF) Scholars.
-Be responsible for the FSF Scholars internships and capacity building initiative.
-Support the Senior Gender Officer to mainstream gender in the colleges and monitor implementation of activities within the colleges.
-Support the Senior Gender Officer in managing the Students Peer Trainers Initiative and create gender awareness amongst students.
-Support the Senior Gender Officer to provide technical support to the Gender Mainstreaming Directorate on the production and dissemination of publications
-Perform any other duties that may be assigned in the normal course of doing business

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Community Psychology or Social Sciences
-A Masters degree in Gender Studies, Clinical Psychology or Human Rights
-At least three years of related work experience.
-Computer literacy skills
-Excellent report writing and communications skills
-Team work and interpersonal skills
-Age: Less than 45 years

How to Apply:
All applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the vacancies above. Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 31st December 2013

Careers at Peaple Performance Group-Business Development Manager

Job title: Business Development Manager

Employment type: Full time
Country: Rwanda
Location: Kigali
Job category: Business/Strategic Management
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree

To ensure our targets are met we need a highly motivated and ambitious Business Development Manager. You must be able to manage your sales pipeline and manage the process from initial contact to negotiation and signing of contracts.

Experience;
You must be able to show a history of previous success. If you have experience in selling HR services, it’s an advantage. However, you MUST be able to sell a service based on proper needs analysis and a consultative approach. You know that sales is about persistence, knowing what you sell and networking.
Our offer
If you can offer us the above, we can offer you a job in a fast growing company, where you will have all the right tools and methods to give our clients the best solution. We work with a wide variety of psychometric tests to ensure good and reliable results. You will be given intensive training in Uganda for one month to make sure you understand our values, services and processes. For the right people, there will be exciting development opportunities and a commensurate package in salary and benefits.

Qualifications;

•Minimum of a Bachelors degree
•Minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant field
•Knowledge of most MS Office applications
•Fluent in English and French in writing and verbally
•Will and talent to provide excellent customer care

Competencies;

•You can present and communicate information verbally as well as in writing
•You can plan and organize your own and others’ time
•You can deliver results and meet customer expectations
•You can persuade and influence others
•You can cope with pressure, setbacks and criticism

To the successful candidates PPG will offer an attractive result based salary, a highly professional team that will support you to achieve results and a busy but fun working environment with excellent career opportunities.

How to apply:
To apply please send CV with 3 referees including copies of certificates to the e-mail address below. Only e-mail applications are accepted. Please mark the subject field: “PPG Rwanda BDM”. Attachments MUST not fill more than 2 MB.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug

Closing date: December 18, 2013 - 5pm