Head/ Legal Affairs Job Vacancy at Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) in Kampala

Job Title: Head/ Legal Affairs

Organisation: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director/Legal Affairs

About UCC:
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) was established to implement the provisions of The UCC Act 2013 Laws of Uganda with a principal goal of developing a modern communications sub-sector and Infrastructure in Uganda, in conformity with the operationalization of the Telecommunications Policy.

Job Summary:  The Head/ Legal Affairs will offer legal and regulatory support and advice to the Commission in accordance with the law for the efficient running of the day to day operations of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Offer legal advice on the day-to-day operations in respect of the Commission's regulatory role, in line with the existing legislation and general practices;
=Take lead of the activities of the Legal Services unit in order to ensure efficiency in legal processes and staff performance within the Legal unit;
=Review contracts/agreements, licenses and other legal instruments relating to the Commission;
=Represent the Commission in all litigation and arbitration matters;
=Work in liaison with the Finance Department to ensure adequate supervision of the debt collection function;
=Ensure compliance with and enforcement of relevant laws, regulations, licenses and agreements in respect of licensed operators;
=Ensure adequate insurance coverage of the Commission's assets and its other risks as part of UCC's risk management strategy; and
=Participate in legislative development processes at national, regional and international levels and advise on policy and regulatory initiatives affecting the sector.
=Perform any other tasks as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant must hold a Bachelor's degree in Law;
=Additionally, a Master’s degree in Law;
=Hold a diploma in Legal practice;
=The applicant must be an Enrolled Advocate; and
=Possession of relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage.
=At least eight (8) years’ experience in the legal practice and three (3) of which should be at a senior management level;
=Experience in and knowledge of regulatory matters in communications, broadcasting and postal sub sectors is essential;
=Strong interpersonal and team working skills with ability to easily coordinate with the relevant enforcement organs;
=Be a good team player with good negotiation skills; and
=Excellent interpersonal skills with a high degree of integrity.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications via E-mail to: hrvacancies@ucc.co.ug

NB: Please ensure that all scanned copies of academic and professional credentials and testimonials MUST be attached to the applications. Please note that only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:  28th February 2014

Careers at Ministry of Health (MoH) in Kampala, Uganda-Coordinator HIV/AIDS Prevention

Job Title: Coordinator HIV/AIDS Prevention

Organisation: Ministry of Health (MoH)
Funding Source: United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Program Manager ACP

About CDC MoH Project:
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has received funds to support a five-year Cooperative Agreement; (CoAg) with the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Cooperative Agreement will support HIV prevention, care and treatment, policy development, strategic information and the current National Laboratory Strategic Plan. The MOH intends to use some of the resources under this assistance to support several technical positions in support of the AIDS Control Program (ACP), Central Public National-TB and Leprosy Program (NTLP) and other Cross-cutting Health Systems Strengthening efforts at MoH to execute the central function of policy formulation and monitoring implementation.

Job Summary:The Coordinator HIV/AIDS Prevention will take lead in the strategic direction in the development and implementation of the national interventions for prevention of HIV&AIDS for the CDC MoH Project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Managing the development, review and ensuring compliance to policies, plans, strategies, guidelines and standards for HIV&AIDS prevention
=Providing technical assistance and leadership in business i and operational planning and budgeting for HIV&AIDS prevention activities
=Coordinating and providing technical support to a broad portfolio of implementing partners, districts and facilities that provide for HIV&AIDS prevention services.
=Promoting and enhancing Public Private Partnerships and j collaborative linkages between the local Governments, Non-government Organizations and communities,
=Providing technical support to research Initiatives for HIV&AIDS prevention
=Coordinating capacity building and development activities targeting districts, facilities, and other health workers at various levels.
=Monitoring and evaluation of program implementation.
=Managing staff performance and ensuring achievement of set targets
=Supervising the development of periodic reports and submission to relevant authorities

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Coordinator must possess an MBChB or BDS or BSc Nursing Degree or any other relevant Health related Degree from a recognized University or Institution.
=Possession of a Master’s Degree in Public Health or Health Promotion and Education or equivalent also required
=A minimum of six years’ working experience in managing HIV & AIDS programs at a national or regional or district level.
=Familiarity with the current national and global for HIV&AIDS policies and practices.
=Demonstrated leadership and supervision, team work, networking, communication & writing skills
=Computer literacy skills i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Internet
=Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning and understanding of the strategic direction of MoH and of PEPFAR programme

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are required to send their applications in triplicate on Public Service Form 3 (PSF 3) (Revised 2008), Download Here.  All complete applications should be delivered in person to the address below;
The Secretary
Health Service Commission,
Plot 1, Pilkington Road,
Workers House, Third Floor, Kampala, Uganda

Deadline:  26th February, 2014

Urban Development Officer Job Vacancy at Mercy Corps in Kotido, Uganda

Job Title:  Urban Development Officer
Organisation: Mercy Corps
Duty Station:  Kotido, Uganda

About Mercy Corps:
Mercy Corps is an International NGO that exists to alleviate poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities. Mercy Corps implements high-quality, analytical development work in very difficult places. We have been operating in Uganda since 2006 and currently implement development programs in the Acholi and Karamoja sub-regions of Uganda with funding from USAID, EC, SDC, and USDA. We were recently awarded a market-development focused 5-year USAID/Food for Peace-funded program working in the northern half of Karamoja, and are in search of six creative problem solvers with private sector experience to fill the position of Economic Development Officers. The project, called Northern Karamoja Growth, Health and Governance (GHG), aims to support the immediate needs of program beneficiaries while promoting long-term development by spurring systemic improvements in key economic sectors of northern Karamoja. The Urban Development Project Manager will participate in strategy development and the daily implementation of long-term development programming through support to key business, local government and civil society partners working in urban areas across Northern Karamoja.

Job Summary: The Urban Development Officers will be to design, implement and support facilitation projects that improve the performance of sectors that are key to sustainable urban development in the semi-arid environment of Karamoja. At the start, this will include water access, energy access, sanitation and construction, but will expand to new sectors as the urban project progresses. These activities will work almost exclusively through private sector actors, seeking to crowd in provision rather than displace or replicate private actors with donor-funded services. It will also require a high degree of fruitful coordination with civil society and local government.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Program Support:
=With support from the team leader, carry out market assessments and develop sector-focused strategies;
=Introduce the program to relevant stakeholders including local business owners, local representatives and community members.
=Foster and build ongoing positive cooperation with these stakeholders;
=Guarantee an integrated approach to program implementation in order to maximize resource utilization and synergy between the staff and different MC programs, if any;

2. Partnership Management:
=Identify, assess and develop partnership strategies for potential private sector GHG partners;
=Establish and maintain productive working relationships with town council, sub-county and district leaders and line departments, soliciting their participation in all activities where appropriate;
=Conduct on-site field visits regularly to provide technical review and/or design suggestions;
=Work with team leader(s) and Mercy Corps technical staff in order to develop potential projects, implement and closely monitor selected economic development projects including detailed work plans and business plans.

3. Monitoring and Evaluation:
=Create a dynamic program environment that promotes inquiry;
=Take primary responsibility for sector-focused data gathering;
=Establish procedures and guidelines to monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of economic development support work including setting and measuring benchmarks along results chains;
=Analyze project implementation strategies to identify constraints to program success and provide timely recommendations;
=Provide data in support of team submission of timely weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports that will be indicative of program progress during implementation.
=Where needed support external evaluations by research partner Feinstein International Centre and other organizations;
=Work with the Chief Learning Officer to ensure accurate and timely flow of information from the field for entry in the database and for preparation of PR materials

4. Other:
=Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;
=Perform any other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The prospective Mercy Corps employee should hold a University degree in business, economics or a related field, preferable in a related field
=Two or more years’ professional experience in a related job role
=Possess the willingness to work on the field
=Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people
=Ability to evaluate businesses and business plan
=Good skills in networking, team-working, and community consultations
=Excellent Good reporting, communication and representation skills
=Fluency in both spoken and written English. Fluency in Ngakarimojong and Ethurr is an advantage

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications including a cover letter clearly stating your salary requirements, CV (with 3 referees), and copies of academic qualifications/certificates to the HR/Admin Manager, Kampala Head Office in Nsambya on Plot 1102 Nsambya Estate Road. Kampala, Uganda. E-mailed applications with cover letter to: mcuganda@ug.mercycorps.org will also be accepted.

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

Deadline: Thursday, 20th February, 2014

Telesales Manager Jobs at Barclays Bank in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Telesales Manager

Organisation: Barclays Bank
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Product Manager-Assets

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 Telesales Manager will primarily sell Barclay bank’s Retail products using telephone

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Sales to Retail Customers (60%)
=Strategy & Direction –Own and embed strategy, and provide direction to the team.
=Ensure team’s delivery of exceptional sales performance by identifying and meeting customer needs through selling & cross selling of all Barclays Africa Retail products & services to customers using the telephone.
=Manage team’s participation in specific product campaigns by ensuring that the products are explained to customers.
=Agree, meet and exceed targets for specific sales campaigns.
=Maintain team’s sales performance statistics for management information usage.
=Own and manage team’s product & channel sales targets to contribute towards the Centre sales objectives.
=Refer to the appropriate area of delivery for specialist product help or advice (e.g. Schemes or Home Loans) when uncertain about the product delivery or application process. Respond directly to the customer.
=Build effective relationships with Centre staff to ensure that non-sales staffs refer customers to the Sales Staff when they identify a particular product or service need.
=When selling loans to Retail customers, complete the financial analysis and statement review on customer accounts. Where customers do not meet the minimum criteria, advise the customer, verbally or in writing as the customer requires. Report such denials to the Telesales Manager on a daily basis.
=Grow the performance of all Telesales Staff to ensure they achieve set targets
=Monitor & regulate ways of workings for all Telesales Sales Officers to ensure maximum time & value management
=Sampling of daily call log

2. Operational Rigour and Compliance with KYC Requirements: 20%
=Ensure accuracy of each new loan application, loan document, Barclaycard application and bank account mandate change. Telesales Staff are held personally accountable for accuracy and quality of these and supporting documents that they complete and submit.
=Achieve operational rigour excellence in all aspects of procedures and processes personally undertaken to ensure green audit.
=Follow the Retail end to end loan processing ensuring proper authorization and compliant with policy held.
=Escalate any items that exceed the agreed service level time lines or where there are unresolved requirements, to the Product Manager-Assets
=Comply with all general Barclays operational risk & rigour requirements e.g. KYC and anti-money laundering regulations.
=Conduct snap checks as allocated by the Product Manager-Assets

3. Provision of Customer Service (10%)
=Own customer queries and complaints around account opening, loans and card applications and resolve in a timely manner.
=Escalate any unresolved queries, or queries not resolved in a short period of time to the Team Leader Sales or Manager Telesales.
=Build relationships with internal service providers (COO, RISK, and Retail Support) to ensure a quick turnaround time of escalated queries and complaints.
=Direct customers to the appropriate delivery channel to meet their needs e.g. cashiers, drop boxes, ATM etc.
=Ensure timely escalation to Customer Service Support Staff on any key requirements, & Service
=Ensure quality & efficient Customer service is embedded at the Centre through coaching, training & feedback.

4. Contribute to Development of the Team (5%)
=Share ample knowledge and experience with the team.
=Growth and Development of Direct Reports
=Support Telesales officers in case of excessive workload or absence.
=Support Retail Products Team when required

5. Personal Development (5%)
=Agree annual performance objectives with the Team Product Manager-Assets  including specific sales targets.
=Pursue continued improvement in personal development by participating in development programmes and training.
=Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Telesales Manager must hold a good first degree or diploma or relevant experience in a front-line banking sales/marketing/service environment
=Prior working knowledge of the Bank's products, services and policies including standard tariffs.
=A good understanding of overall Retail goals & objectives, including the branch's objectives growth of sales, cost control and income contribution
=Extensive exposure and understanding of the sales process
=Good working knowledge of the procedure manuals
=Prior working knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation e.g. KYC, Anti-Money laundering, banking code, service standards, health & safety standards etc
=Detailed knowledge of the bank's internal departments, systems & procedures as well as risk & rigour requirements
=Excellent planning & organisation skills
=Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
=Good questioning skills and ability
=Excellent PC skills
=Good numeracy & analytical skills
=Excellent networking skills
=Good selling/influencing skills
=Good presentation skills
=Excellent listening skills
=Good coaching, Feedback & reviewing 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:  20th February, 2014

Careers at The New Vision Printing and Publishing Company Ltd-Mobile VAS Programmer

Job Title: Mobile VAS Programmer

Organisation: The New Vision Printing and Publishing Company Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: VAS Manager

About New Vision:
The Vision Group incorporated as the New Vision Printing & Publishing Company Limited (NVPPCL), started business in March 1986. It is a multimedia business housing newspaper, magazines, internet publishing, television, radio broadcasting, commercial printing, advertising and distribution services. NVPPCL is listed on the Uganda Stock Exchange, with an expected turnover of over UGX 60 billion (FY 2010/2011).

Job Summary: The Mobile VAS Programmer will primarily be responsible for ensuring the excellence in designing, coding, testing, debugging, documenting and supporting all types of VAS applications consistent with established specifications and business requirements to deliver business value to the New Vision franchise.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Offer Applications and adjustments to Applications as stipulated with due regard to company regulations and licenses.
=Ensure Applications provided are accompanied by the relevant documentation and processing materials.
=Guarnatee availability for follow-up support on all Applications provided for at least three months after submission.
=Offer specialist support services to ensure that all Applications are fully functional and usable
=Ensure that there is adequate provision of the company's technical requirements       for complete
=Business delivery on time & in full completion of company work
=Provide Customer support for the various Interfaces hosted at SMS Media.
=Together with other Techies, manage the company's technical systems and platforms efficiently, effectively, transparently and profitable.
=Provide technical assistance and guidance whilst providing support and deploying VAS projects in Uganda and Zambia
=Act as a liaison between the company and external parties in relation to technical services.
=Write technical, proposals for bias and per-qualified service provisions

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

=The prospective New Vision employee  must hold an Honors graduate from a reputable university with relevant certification
=At least a year’s experience in the VAS in Mobile Content Provider industry.
=Alternatively, experience in Telecom, Media, Advertising, IT is desirable.
=Proficiency in Programming languages (Heitml /HTML /PHP /PERL /PYTHON)
=Practical skills on various mobile VAS Platforms like SMS P2A; WAP; GPRS; USSD; STK/DSTK/ UTK Mobile Marketing Content Management
=Knowledge of Database Systems (SQLServer, MySQL and Postgres)
=Excellent networking, Computer Hardware & Software installation skills
=Knowledge in Shell scripting,
=System; Phonebook backup application and Enterprises; Media solutions
=WANS/LANS,
=Good System administration skills i.e Unix/Linux and windows
=SMS/GSM programming
=Excellent command of MS Office
=Value added services, IVR, SMS, SMSC, software development Additional Skills:
=Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
=Effective project management skills.
=Very strong analytical skills
=Excellent presentation skills.
=Possess the ability to handle high pressure deadlines.

How to Apply:
All those reeling to work in Uganda’s leading media house, The New Vision, should send applications to: Chief Human Resources Officer, The New Vision Printing and Publishing Company Ltd. P.O. Box 9815, Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 20th February 2014

Regional Credit Manager Careers at The Microfinance Support Centre Limited in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Regional Credit Manager

Organisation: The Microfinance Support Centre Limited (MSC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director Credit and Operations

About MSC:
The Microfinance Support Centre Limited (MSC) is an institution fully owned by the Government of Uganda (GOU). MSC was incorporated in 2001 as a company limited by guarantee, as part of GOU’s effort to promote access to affordable financial services for increased employment and wealth. MSC offers affordable credit through its network of 13 regional offices spread throughout the country. MSC has so far served clients in 110 districts in Uganda. MSC gives priority financing to support the agricultural production value chain namely; production, value addition and marketing. Besides credit, MSC provides capacity building to its clients including SACCOs, Cooperative Unions, MFIs and SMEs to enable them manage their organisations sustainably.

Job Summary: The Regional Credit Manager will be charged with managing and providing technical support and guidance to the Zonal Managers, process credit facilities in the designated area of operation and ensuring quality and adherence to policies and procedures as contained in the company credit manual.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Analyze the performance of the regional loan portfolio by clients and provide advice to the head of department for actions where necessary.
=Review institutional appraisal reports and provide technical advice to the relevant authority for eventual approval and disbursement.
=Actively participate in negotiations with clients selected for loan funding.
=Compile periodical performance reports of the Zones they work with.
=Conduct periodic supervision to the Zonal offices and clients to ensure compliance with credit policies and procedures.
=Report on the loan portfolio on a monthly basis.
=Advise management on the performance of Zonal managers and support them to meet the set targets.
=Ensure quantitative & qualitative increase in the business volume/portfolio of the zones under your supervision.
=Ensure recovery up to 95% of the loans disbursed in the zones under your supervision

Key Performance Indicators:

=Proper performance of the regional loan/credit performance
=Monthly reporting of the regional performance
=Timely approvals and loan disbursements in the region
=Increased utilisation of MSC services in the region
=Management, performance and development of all staff in the region

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant must hold a good bachelor’s degree (Honours) in any of the following; Commerce, Finance, Economics, Rural Development, Social Sciences, Business Administration or in any relevant fields of development, plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Microfinance.
=Possession of  a Masters degree in the same fields will be an added advantage.
=A minimum of five years working experience in the financial services sector of which two years must be at the middle management.
=Excellent interpersonal skills.
=Be highly self driven with high sense of responsibility.
=Possess the ability to meet deadline with minimal supervision.
=Computer literacy skills
=Age: between 30-45 years.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae together with copies of certified academic certificates with at least three professional referees one of whom should be their current Supervisors. All applications should in properly sealed envelopes should be submitted to the address given below clearly stating the job title applied for on the top right corner. E-mail applications will only be received on condition that after being short listed, the candidates must produce certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
The Executive Director,
The Microfinance Support Centre Limited,
Plot 46, Windsor Crescent- off Acacia Avenue
P.O. Box 33711 Kampala. Uganda

E-mail: msc@msc.co.ug

Deadline: 21st February, 2014 by 5PM

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Officers Vacancies at GOAL Uganda in Kampala

Job Title: Monitoring Evaluation & Learning Officers (2 Positions)

Organisation: GOAL Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Project Name: Accountability Can Transform (ACT) Health
Funding Source: DfiD

About GOAL:
The GOAL Uganda country project focuses on two of GOAL'S strategic sectors, namely: Health (including WASH and health accountability) and Livelihoods and mainstreams HIV, gender, child protection and the environment across all programming. GOAL works on a district focused approach, and uses a mixture of direct implementation and partnerships with local organisations to give effect to the mission.

Job Summary: The Monitoring Evaluation & Learning Officers will mainly offer technical support in the implementation of the monitoring, evaluation and learning system that will provide information at district and programme level for the GOAL ACT Health programme. The M&E officer will be in charge of management of the change stories, review & general reporting, survey function &adherence to protocols at partner level.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The ideal candidates should possess Bachelor's Degrees (B.A) in social sciences or equalling professional experience.    
=Prior experience in supervising surveys in Uganda for at least one (1) programme
=Proven experience in quality oversight of data collection by a civil society organisation and/or data collection firm.
=A minimum of two years’ demonstrated experience in implementing mixed research methodologies (quantitative and qualitative)
=Past experience in doing quantitative analysis using analytical software (preferably SPSS)
=Excellent computer literacy skills - including demonstrated experience in managing quantitative and qualitative data using software (MS Excel, Epi Info, SPSS or equivalent).
=Excellent communication skills, including lluency in oral and written English.
=Language fluency i.e. knowledge of at least one language of the programme implementation areas (Eastern region: Iteso, Rwenzori region: Rutoro, Northern region: Luo).
=Possess the ability to travel to the field for up to 10 days at a time.
=Past experience using mobile data collection is desirable but not mandated
=Prior experience with Most Significant Change Story Collection will be advantageous
=Background and experience in delivering training to Civil Society Organisations      

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should endeavor to send their applications which must include at least four professional reference contacts (2 professional, 2 character including current or most recent employer), daytime contact number and salary history by 21st February, 2014 to the Human Resource and Administration Officer, GOAL Uganda,
P.O. Box 33140, Kampala, Lubbobo Close, Muyenga, or email: AdminKampala@ug.goal ie.

NB: For E-mail applications, please indicate position you are applying for in subject of E-mail.

Deadline: 21st February, 2014

Organisational Development Officer Job Vacancy at Eskom Uganda Limited (EUL) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Organisational Development Officer

Organisation: Eskom Uganda Limited (EUL)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Human Resources Manager

About EUL:
Eskom Uganda Limited (EUL) is a subsidiary company of Eskom Enterprises based in South Africa. Our business is operating and maintaining Nalubaale and Kiira Hydro Electric Power Stations. Our mission is to be the Centre of Excellence in Power Concession Management. We have the following vacancies and are inviting interested applicants.

Job Summary: The Organisational Development Officer will primarily implement the Organizational Development (OD) framework of the company in line with the business strategy.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Guarantee the alignment of operations, systems and processes to Business Strategy.
=Develop and implement the organizational development strategy for the company.
=Develop and implement an action plan for managing and achieving changes that will support the organizational core objectives.
=Establish and maintain a cordial relationship between EUL and other stakeholders.
=Develop and implement a mechanism for capturing behavioral changes among staff and make appropriate recommendations to management
=Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the performance management process in the company.
=Monitor the implementation of HR management policies as per the company guidelines.
=Carry out organizational climate surveys bi-annually
=Offer technical support to managers and supervisors in dealing with staff that have behavior issues
=Conduct Human resources audit on a regular basis for human resources planning.
=Support the design improvement and implementation of the HRMIS and in it’s use and understanding by management and staff.
=Assist management and staff to undertake process improvement projects in pursuing continuous improvement across the organization.
=Carryout research on emerging challenges in HR for continuous improvement.
=Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Human Resources Manager

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant must primarily hold a good Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Organisational Psychology, Organizational Development, SWASA, development studies and or any business related course.
=Demonstrated experience as an HR/OD advisor across a range of human resource functions or experience in leading cultural change as a line manager.
=Significant experience as a line manager or in leading a team
=Good understanding of legislation, industrial agreements, awards including application and interpretation.
=The applicant must be affiliated to a professional HR association.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their application letters, copies of academic certificates and CV including three referees to the following address:
Note: Indicate the reference number for the job you are applying for on your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Human Resources Department,
Eskom Uganda Limited, Nalubaale Power Station,
P.O. Box 942, Jinja Uganda, Tel: 256 43 121416,
Fax: 256 43 123154 E-mail; Recruitment@eskom.co.ug

Deadline:  21st February 2014

IT Desktop Support Officer Job Vacancy at AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: IT Desktop Support Officer

Organisation: AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Country Program Director (CPD)

About AHF:
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is an international not for profit NGO, with its Headquarters based in Los Angeles California, and is the largest community-based provider of HIV treatment and care services in the United States of America. AHF registered in Uganda as AHF-Uganda Cares, is collaboration between the Ministry of Health and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (U.S.A) to provide free HIV/AIDS services; including antiretroviral therapy in resource constrained settings. AHF- Uganda Cares to-date operates in 15 districts including; Masaka, Kampala, Rakai, Mpigi, Lyantonde, Soroti ,Lwengo, Bukomansimbi, Kalungu, Amuria, Butambala, Gomba ,Serere, Hoima and Tororo and supporting 21 clinic sites country wide.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Coordinates personal computer hardware and software troubleshooting, installation, repair, problem diagnosis, and implementation.
=Offers support in the processes, by which requests and inquiries related to computing, local area networks, wide area networks, host systems communications are received, screened, prioritized, and resolved.
=Installs, tests, and maintains a variety of computers and network hardware and software systems; performs diagnostic tests, modifies or repairs hardware to the board or component level;
=Collects and records appropriate data related to these functions.
=Maintains a high level of personal computer knowledge and assists in the recommendation processes for computing hardware, software systems.
=Complies with all standards, procedures, controls, and policies as established by the Information Technology department.
=Ensures that a complete IT inventory of supplies and parts are maintained and that all shortages are ordered in a timely manner. Keeps inventory and log of hardware/software.
=Possess the ability to notify and escalate to proper IT groups to resolve incidents/ request.
=Handles problem resolution, research, isolation and follow-up for routine user problems, referring more complex problems to supervisor.
=The IT Desktop Support Officer loads specified software packages particularly operating systems, spreadsheets, word processing onto AHF computers.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The job holder must possess a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science or related fields.
=Two or more years’ or relevant IT experience with additional training.
=Two or more years’ experience in IT technical support with exceptional software and hardware support in a user oriented environment.
=Prior exposure to hardware which must include Windows / DOS systems, printers, scanners, modems, peripherals and terminals / equipment.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work for the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) should submit their updated CVs including photocopies of their relevant academic qualifications, three work related referees and cover letter to: The Regional Human Resource Manager, AHF-Uganda Cares Secretariat, Plot 54B Kira Road, P.O. Box 22914, Kampala, Uganda.
E-mail: globalhr-Africa@aidshealth.org.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 21st February 2014

Program Manager Vacancy at WellShare International in Arua, Uganda

Job Title: Program Manager

Organisation: WellShare International
Duty Station: Arua, Uganda
Project: Scaling up HIV/AIDS Prevention Services in Arua District under the Civil Society Fund

About Us:
WellShare International is an international U.S.-based non-governmental organization headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota whose mission is to improve the health of women, children and their communities around the world. WellShare International is currently recruiting staff for an anticipated Family Planning/HIV Integration Project in Arua District. WellShare is recruiting for the following position:

Job Summary:  The Program Manager will offer oversight of all WellShare programmatic, administrative, and financial operations in Arua District. Oversees a team of programmatic and  operations staff to ensure successful program implementation with appropriate inputs and outputs, and to reach intermediary and end-of-project goals as described

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Maintains financial responsibility for WellShare operations in Arua District, including budget monitoring, sub-grant management, and compliance.
=Takes lead of the planning and development of program activities among program staff, technical staff, and project partners.
=Acts as the technical and managerial lead of the project provides technical support and input to assure implementation of high quality M&E, BCC, Training, community mobilization, referral and coordination activities.
=Offers support to program staff, technical staff, and interns/volunteers in implementation of program activities as needed and appropriate; builds capacity for implementation where gaps exist at regional level.
=Supervises 5 direct-reports, participates in staff recruitment and performance appraisals, and serves as a supervisor, mentor and career development resource for staff/interns/volunteers.
=Supervises  project M&E efforts to accurately assess progress, to incorporate lessons learned effectively into programming, and to adjust and improve strategies as needed to reach and surpass project targets; supports district staff to execute high-quality M&E activities
=Ensures timely collection and collation and high-quality reporting of program achievements and data by Program staff and partners.
=Steers the development of annual and quarterly project work plans in country, including coordinating partner and stakeholder input;
=Develops district-level work plans to guide on the- ground implementation; monitors work plan progress to assure timely completion of activities and that project reach targets.
=Be responsible for drafting high quality programmatic, administrative and financial reports at the program level; submits project reports to senior management according to internal and external guidelines and deadlines; manages partner and sub-grantee reporting.
=Collaborates with district and donor representatives and technical staff in-district and with donor and MOH at national level (Kampala) as needed.
=Identifies areas for field staff professional development, and proactively creates opportunities for such growth within the workplace.
=Ensures that personnel files are maintained at the field office level and works with UgandaCountry Director to ensure HR policies and procedures are understood, followed and communicated to staff
=Creates a positive work environment that encourages communication, team-work and shared lessons learned; identifies and addresses problems with prompt resolution.
=Assures WellShare/Uganda remains in compliance at regional level with all donor contracts and Government of Uganda law.
=Maintains regular, open communications with line manager via email, phone (at minimum weekly calls), and face-to-face meetings. Acts as a member of the Country Management Team (CMT).
=Actively pursues in-country fundraising opportunities, including the cultivation of relationships with potential donors (monetary, in-kind) at district and regional level.
=Supports senior management to develop WellShare’s organizational capacity in-country.
=Demonstrates transparency and accountability in all areas of work.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The Program Manager must meet a level of qualification and exhibit a mix of skills and capabilities, including:
=At least four years’ experience coordinating HIV/AIDS prevention care and support, behavior change communication and/or reproductive health projects, preferably in West Nile Region.
=Possess a good masters’ degree in Public Health, Social/Community Development, or related field.
=Strong technical knowledge/experience in HIV/AIDS prevention and care and FP/RH; with Most At Risk Populations (MARPS) and/or youth preferred.
=Experience in training, institutional capacity building, partnering, and support to CBOs.
=Good understanding and experience in the application of best practices to community based health programs, preferably as related to community mobilization, sensitization, behavior change communication and local partner capacity building.
=Significant experience coordinating USAID and/or Civil Society Fund-funded projects at community level.
=Possess the ability to produce high-quality written documents, including reports to line
=managers, senior management, donors, partners, and project stakeholders.
=Prior experience budgeting and planning; applied knowledge of field-level accounting and budget monitoring.
=Significant experience coordinating programs with rigorous M&E requirements;
=Possess the ability to develop field-level M&E plans;
=Good understanding of key M&E concepts, tools, and best practices.
=Prior experience supervising diverse teams of 5 or more people.
=Demonstrated leadership skills;
=Possess the ability to motivate others and create a team environment.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates that desire to work in Wellshare International should send a cover letter, resume, salary history and desired salary expectations, and the names and contacts of 3 references by email (preferred) to: jobsug@wellshareinternational.org with the position name in the title of the email.

NB: Please do not send certificates. Failure to submit complete applications will result in disqualification. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  This is a local-hire position open to Ugandan Nationals Only.

Deadline: 17th February, 2014.

Community and Social Mobilization Officer Jobs at RTI International in Kampala

Job Title: Community and Social Mobilization Officer

Organisation: RTI International
Project Name: USAID Uganda School Health and Reading Program
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Deputy Chief of Party

About RTI:
RTI International is recruiting for the USAID Uganda School Health and Reading Program, a five-year, USAID program that aims to improve early grade reading outcomes for children in primary grades and develop sustainable health education systems that support national HIV/AIDS prevention efforts.

Job Summary: The Community and Social Mobilization Officer will work with the districts in the designated areas to create and engage with programme activities, mobilize, motivate and encourage community leaders to influence their communities and help raise public awareness on the importance of early grade reading and health education with special focus on the learning in local languages in the relevant districts. S/he will support the implementation of training activities of the program in line with the stated goals and objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Develop and field-test social mobilization materials and provide feedback.
=Offer support and liaise with the local Language Boards to help the schools in the use of local language.
=Monitor social change and new social information relevant to the project.
=Develop a Community Profile and obtain data necessary
=Perform any other duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief of Party.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Community and Social Mobilization Officer should possess a  master’s degree with three years’ experience in education, development studies, or related field; or Bachelors with six years’ experience in a relevant field.
=Fluency in English and excellent writing skills and speaking fluency in at least one local language.
=Evidence of relevant project experiences
=Possess the ability to regularly and flexibly travel to districts and designated project Units.
=The applicant must possess a high degree of motivation.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work for the RTI USAID Project should submit their updated CVs including three work related referees and cover letter to: The Human Resource Manager by e-mail to hrapplications@shrp.rti.org. Emails should not exceed 2MB.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 19th February 2014

Operations Clerk Job Vacancy at International Organization for Migration in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Operations Clerk

Organisation: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Operations Assistant/ Teamleader

About IOM:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is the leading international intergovernmental organization dealing with migration.  Its objective is to ensure the orderly migration of persons in need of migration assistance throughout the world.

IOM Uganda has been registered and operational since 1988, when the field mission was established. Throughout the past 20 years, IOM Uganda has processed movements and facilitated information gathering and support towards refugees, internally displaced persons, demobilized child soldiers, trafficked women and other migrants and their specific needs, both on individual and large scale population movement. In addition to operational matters and research, IOM has an important role in enhancing and building national capacity in migration management.

Job Summary:  The Operations Clerk will primarily conduct clerical and administrative tasks related to movements and support of airport operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Contacts the migrants to ensure they are notified of their travel details
=Arranges for USRAP promissory notes to be signed prior to departure.
=Arranges for the transport of cases traveling to or from camps to Kampala in preparation for international departure: assist in preparation of travel documents, manifests, bus tickets, cash requests.
=Works in liaison with MHD to ensure follow up medical procedures are completed before cases depart or return to the camps.
=Supports the distribution of shoes/clothing at the Naguru guest house for individuals in need traveling to the US, Australia, Canada, and other countries as required.
=Prepares luggage tags for departing refugees and migrants.
=Assist in payment requests for operations department regarding procurement, bus transport of refugees, other daily needs for the department
=Attend to migrant walk in clients, by checking on their case status in MiMOSA and referring them for further processing.
=Maintain clear and accurate inventory system of visas and travel documents received.
=Assist in organization of cultural orientation sessions for USCO, Canadian orientation abroad classes, Netherlands and Norwegian Cultural Orientation by calling up participants; arranging for the venue; distributing the transportation reimbursement; being a focal point; handling payments and contracts for interpreters/child minders contracted during the CO sessions.
=Perform any other duties that may be assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Operations Clerk for the IOM Mission should possess a Diploma in Travel and Transport preferred.
=Three or more years’ resettlement/movement or airline experience.
=A minimum of three years working experience with agencies involved in movements: RSC, UNHCR, airport authorities etc.
=Strong communication, negotiation and problem solving skills.
=Possess the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
=Willing to accept flexible work schedule.
=Required IOM functional competencies: effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative and analytical thinker, active learner, team player, and cross cultural facilitator.
=Computer literacy skills i.e. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
=High degree of Accountability:
=Strong Client Orientation and Inclination:
=Continuous Learning:
=Creativity and Initiative:
=Excellent communication skills
=Good Leadership and Negotiation skills:
=Performance Management skills
=Planning and Organizing skills
=Excellent Professionalism
=High teamwork
=Technological Awareness
=High technological Awareness
=Proficiency in Spoken and written English
=Knowledge of Kiswahili will be considered an advantage

How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the United Nations’ International Organisation for Migration (IOM) should send a cover letter and CV with detailed relevant work experience to IOM HR department via E-mail to hruganda@iom.int clearly indicating the job reference number, VN 03/02/014.

Deadline:24th February 2014.

Personal Assistant Jobs at Spear Motors Ltd in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Personal Assistant (2 Career Jobs)

Organisation: Spear Motors Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Spear:
Spear Motors Ltd is a private Limited Company duly incorporated under the Laws of Uganda. It was founded in 1973 by Prof. Gordon Wavamunno. Spear Motors Ltd is the Sole official distributor for Daimler AG of Stuttgart, Germany the manufactures of Mercedes Benz. It is also the official distributor for other legendary brands like Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Great Wall Motors (Wingle double cabin and Hover Station wagons), Kinglong Buses and Deutz Fahr Tractors.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Personal Assistant should possess a bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Secretarial Studies.
=A minimum of six years’ working experience in a similar position.
=Prior experience from a reputable company.
=Computer literacy skills and good typing speed with shorthand.
=Previous experience from a multinational organization will be an added advantage.
=Excellent English language proficiency i.e. knowledge of written and spoken English.
=Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills.
=Possess a high degree of integrity and discipline.
=Highly flexible, self starter and able to meet deadlines.
=Highly self motivated.

Note: Salary is Negotiable and successful candidates will be required to submit pay slips for the last three months.

How to Apply:
All candidates who desire to fill the above vacancies should deliver their applications, detailed CV, and academic documents indicating names of three professional referees to the address below: Human Resource Manager, Spear Motors Limited, Plot M428 Nakawa, Jinja Road P.O. Box 1350, Kampala- Uganda.

Deadline: 28th February, 2014.

Mechanical Engineer Job Vacancy at Quality Chemical Industries Ltd in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Organisation: Quality Chemical Industries Ltd (QCIL)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Engineering Manager

About QCIL:
Quality Chemical Industries Ltd (QCIL) is a pharmaceutical plant, producing anti-retroviral and anti-malarial drugs at Luzira Industrial Park in Uganda. QCIL is a joint venture between Quality Chemicals Ltd-a local drug distribution company and Cipla Ltd-a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer from India.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=The Mechanical Engineer will be planning, and Partnering with mechanical team in the smooth running of all utility and other equipments
=Providing technical evaluation service for relevant supplies from vendors
=Planning, Maintaining and observing relevant documentation related to qualification, validation and preventive maintenance
=Interpreting, updating design and building layouts/ Drawings in AUTO-CAD
=Developing project specifications

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Mechanical Engineer should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering,
=Three or more years’ demonstrable experience in a large industrial set up with knowledge in AUTOCAD use.

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with the above requirements via post or hand deliver them to with their application letters, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications, contact details for three (3) professional referees and a day-time telephone number to the address below:
The Human Resources Manager,
Quality Chemical Industries Ltd.
Luzira Industrial Park,
P.O. Box 34871, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:18th of February 2014 by 5:00pm.

Jobs at Brac in Uganda-Senior Credit Officers

Job Title: Senior Credit Officers (Female Only) – No Experience

Organisation: BRAC
Duty Station: Lira, Soroti, Gulu, Fort portal, Arua/Koboko, Rukungiri or Kabaale, Uganda

About BRAC:
BRAC, one the largest Non-Governmental Development Organization in the world, working in a number of countries in Africa and Asia on poverty alleviation Programs, is registered in Uganda as BRAC Uganda. The organization implements integrated development approach combining Education, Health, Agriculture, Livestock, Adolescent Empowerment, and Micro finance.

Job Summary: The Senior Credit officers will be subject to attend a Branch Manager Trainee examination process after three months of joining. Selected Branch Manager Trainee will be given official and field training. After successful completion of 6 months probation period, they will be given the responsibility of respective Branch in the capacity of Branch Manager, while those who will be unsuccessful with the trainee interviews will continue working as senior Credit officers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Responsible for Group formation in field/village level
=In charge of Right borrower selection and loan disbursement
=Perform loan appraisal ,disburse Loan and realize
=Prepare weekly and monthly reports as required and submit On time
=Maintain office discipline and work according to organization rules and regulations

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Credit Officer should hold a good Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2nd class upper division in Development Studies, Economics,Commerce, Business Administration or Statistics from a recognized Institution
=Excellent communication, interpersonal and team building skills
=Demonstrated ability to coordinate and work with staff
=Age: 30 years and below

NB: All interested candidates MUST be individuals who are fluent in the local languages of the following places/areas: Lira, Soroti, Gulu, Fort-portal, Arua/ Koboko or Rukungiri /Kabaale languages and should be coming from specifically the above named places.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who meet the above requirements, must send their application letters, Curriculum Vitae (including bio-data as : Date of birth. Education qualification, language proficiency, work experience and at least two professional references), photocopy of academic papers, 2 copies of colored passport size photographs, LCI letter and a day time contact number to BRAC Uganda-HRD, P.O Box 31817 (Clock tower), Plot 90, Busingiri Zone, Off Entebbe Road, Nyanama , Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 21st February, 2014

Jobs at Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) in Kampala, Uganda-Internal Auditor

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Organisation: Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About MTAC:
Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) desires to promote enterprise development and sound management practices through advisory, training and entrepreneurship development services.  Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) has set its self as an institution of first choice for stakeholders interested in acquiring relevant and functional knowledge, skills and work practices.

Job Summary: The Internal Auditor performs objective analysis of systems and arrive at appropriate recommendations on all aspects of MTAC's activities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Internal Auditor must hold a good Master's Degree;
=Professional financial qualifications i.e. APA, ACCA, IIA
=At least four years’ experience as an Auditor

How to Apply:
If you so desire to work with MTAC in the above portfolio, please fill in this form, download here,  attach an updated CV and copies of professional credentials and send them to: Human Resource & Administration Manager, Management Training and Advisory Centre, P.O. Box 4655, Kampala. Uganda.

Deadline: 28th February 2014.

Project Officer Job Vacancy at Lutheran World Federation in Kampala

Job Title: Project Officer – Community Services

Organisation: Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
Project: South Sudan Emergency Response
Funding Source: Act Alliance and other Funding agencies
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About LWF:
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda Program is part of the Lutheran World Federation Department for World Service (LWF-DWS), an international humanitarian and development agency. LWF Uganda works to reduce people’s vulnerability, supporting them to realize their potential, to build on their assets, and to respond to their own problems and needs. LWF Uganda currently has five areas of operation in Pader, Kitgum, Rwamwanja, Koboko, Adjumani, Katakwi, Sembabule. Following the massive influx of refugees into the west Nile districts of Adjumani, Koboko and Arua

Job Summary: The Project Officer – Community Services will be primarily responsible for monitoring and supporting all community-based activities, including all stages of the mapping exercise and oversight and coordination of the Community Facilitators. The job holder will work closely with other unit staff to improve the proper operations and management of Community Services in the camp.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant must possess a good University Degree in human rights, social sciences, social work or related field;
=At least three years’ humanitarian experience in community services in a humanitarian setting;
=Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff and other stakeholders
=Possess the ability to work under pressure, with minimal supervision, and in a culturally diverse team

How to Apply:
All candidates that so desire to work with the Lutheran World Federation in the aforementioned capacity should embark on delivering their applications with detailed CV must include email address and telephone contacts of 3 referees, one of whom must be your supervisor in your current/former employment  to the address below:
The Administrator/Human Resource Manager, Lutheran World Federation, Plot 1401, Ggaba, Road next to Quality Hill P. O. Box 5827 Kampala, Uganda
For E-mail applications: Send motivation letter and curriculum vitae electronically to: recruitment@lwf.or.ug

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:February 17, 2014

Vacancies at United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Kampala-Assistant Representative

Job Title: Assistant Representative

Organisation: United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: UNFPA Representative
Grade Level:           ICS 11 (NOD)
Position Number: 00006632

About UNFPA:
UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, delivers a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA partners with governments, other agencies and civil society to advance UNFPA's mission. Two frameworks guide its efforts: the Programme of Action adopted at the 1994 International Conference on Population and Development and the Millennium Development Goals, eight targets to reduce extreme poverty by 2015. Since the date for achieving these goals and targets is fast approaching, work is being accelerated to analyze successes, to galvanize support and to redouble efforts. UNFPA is involved in the Beyond 2014 Review to engage world leaders from governments and civil society in the creation of a renewed consensus and global commitment to create a more equal and more sustainable world.

Job Summary: The UNFPA Assistant Representative designs, develops and manages an innovative and responsive country programme. He/she responds creatively to complex challenges and frequently changing demands in terms of a fluctuating resource base, multiple funding arrangements and donor contacts, and complex programme/project execution modalities. The Assistant Representative advances the ICPD policy agenda in a politically sensitive environment responding to changing substantive priorities of Governments and in line with Paris Declaration on aid effectiveness. The Assistant Representative facilitates and coordinates technical advisers and experts and promotes partnership, synergy and strategic alliances with counterparts in government, multi-lateral and bi¬lateral agencies and civil society. He/she contributes to. UN systems coordination through participation in policy dialogue and provision of inputs into joint common system initiatives, including delivering as one. The Assistant Representative leads the programme team, inspiring it to translate the regional and country goals into specific solutions and results.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Carries out substantive policy dialogue with government counterparts and UN and other development partners to facilitate the incorporation of UNFPA programme priorities and ICPD agenda into national plans and strategies, UN systems initiatives and development frameworks (such as CCA, UNDAF, , NDPs, SWAPs, CAPs, MDG)
=Endeavours to translate global strategies into country specific advocacy strategies, creates and delivers effective evidence-based advocacy messages to promote UNFPA programme goals taking into account political and social sensitivities.
=Promotes a results based approach and integrates innovative policies and strategies into the design and formulation of country programmes, sub- programmes and projects based on strategic priorities and responsive to the countries' needs in the areas of reproductive health, population and development and gender.
=Assists of the UNFPA achievement of programme results by identifying, providing and coordinating substantive and technical inputs into programme development and implementation, ensuring substantive monitoring and oversight and coordinating and evaluating the inputs of consultants and technical experts.
=Promotes knowledge sharing and continuous learning, testing, linking and documenting innovative strategies, approaches, lessons learned and best practices inside and outside UNFPA and replicating these strategies and approaches.
=Ensures that programme staff integrate new substantive policies, methodologies and tools (RBM, gender concepts etc)
=Mobilizes co-financing resources for support to the country programme recommending a strategic approach and encouraging Country Office action. Assists the government and other executing agencies in the coordination of assistance for population programmes. Advises on building
=Prior excellent technical and programme multi-sectoral partnerships for advocacy for ICPD agenda through all national institutions networks, alliances and coalitions.
=Coaches, mentors and supervises national professional and support staff; responsible for staff performance and advises on development needs; undertakes capacity building among UNFPA staff and first-line counterparts for issues pertaining to programme management and advocacy towards ICPD goals

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The UNFPA Assistant Representative must hold a PHD or Master's degree in Public Health, Health Systems, Health Economics, Population studies, and/or other related fields
=At least eight years’ experience preferably in programme/project management either private or public sector.
=Language proficiency: Fluency in oral and written English (French and Spanish, depending on duty station).
=Computer literacy skills: Proficiency in current office software applications.

Personal Competencies:
Functional Competencies:

=Advocacy/Advancing a policy oriented agenda
=High results-based programme development and management skills
=Innovation and marketing of new approaches
=Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/Bui Iding strategic alliances and partners
=Excellent resource mobilization skills

Core Competencies:
UNFPA Values: Integrity/Commitment to mandate, Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning, Valuing diversity
=Managing Relationships: Working in teams, Communicating information and ideas, Conflict and self management
=Working with people: Empowerment/Developing people/Performance management
=Personal Leadership and Effectiveness: Strategic and analytical thinking, Results orientation/ Commitment to excellence, Appropriate and transparent decision making

How to Apply:
All candidates who desire to work in the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) should send their applications including a cover letter and a UN P11 Form, Download Here to vacancyug@unfpa.org.

NB: All applications should be less than 10MB.The subject of the email should clearly reflect the position you are applying for and include your full names.

Deadline: 10th March 2014
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity, and a healthy work life balance.

Sales Assistant Jobs at First Insurance Company Limited in Kampala

Job Title: Sales Assistant

Organisation: First Insurance Company Limited (FICO)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About FICO:
First Insurance Company Limited (FICO), one of the fastest growing insurance companies in the country, invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Sales Assistant.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Reconcile Agents performance with system entries
=Drive FICO’s business portfolio in line with corporate strategy
=Receive, check and file daily returns as well as reconcile receipts and stickers sold
=Compile Agents’ commission
=Improve service delivery in Sales through timely issuance of stickers to agents, among other tasks
=Prepare and order for Motor 3rd Party stickers
=Comply to all statutory requirements and reporting deadlines
=Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports on Agents’ performance

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant must hold a Bachelors’ degree in a business related field.
=The Sales Assistant should possess good computer literacy skills
=Good working knowledge and experience in use of the SIMs system and people management skills.
=All applicants with professional qualifications and relevant experience will have an added advantage.

How to Apply:
All applications who desire to work with FICO in the aforementioned position and they should be addressed to the: Finance and Administration Manager, First Insurance Company Limited, P.O. Box 5245, Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 19th February 2014.

Communication and Advocacy Specialist Jobs at RTI International in Kampala

Job Title: Communication and Advocacy Specialist

Organisation: RTI International
Project Name: USAID Uganda School Health and Reading Program
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Deputy Chief of Party

About RTI:
RTI International is for the USAID Uganda School Health and Reading Program, a five-year, USAID program that aims to improve early grade reading outcomes for children in primary grades and develop sustainable health education systems that support national HIV/AIDS prevention efforts.

Job Summary: The Communications and Advocacy Specialist will steer the USAID project’s communication and Advocacy strategy. S/he will be responsible for maintaining close relationship with the MoES, partners and other organizations to raise the profile of early grade reading and HIV/AIDS prevention.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Advise the RTI program staff on communication and advocacy issues including approaches, consistency of language and content of publications and press releases.
=Support the implementation of strategic plans for corporate communication and advocacy priorities, and ensure proper use of the program’s branding
=Assist raising awareness of the program’s work, generate public support and interest for its advocacy agenda and increase visibility of its work.
=Develop communications & advocacy work plans and budget including the development of a calendar of events that targets strategic groups, organizations and media.
=Be the primary custodian of the program’s branding strategy and marking plan.
=Perform any other duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief of Party.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant must hold a good master’s degree with three years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism or related field; or hold a bachelor’s degree with six years of experience in a relevant sector
=Excellent English writing skills and fluency, in at least one other Ugandan language.
=Possess prior experience conducting communications campaigns and, capacity building efforts in Uganda;
=Fully competent in information systems management, particularly in publications software;
=Ability to regularly and flexibly travel between districts and designated project Units.
=The applicant must possess a high degree of motivation.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work for the RTI USAID Project should submit their updated CVs including three work related referees and cover letter to: The Human Resource Manager by e-mail to hrapplications@shrp.rti.org. Emails should not exceed 2MB.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 19th February 2014

Jobs at The Microfinance Support Centre Limited (MSC) in Kampala, Uganda-Risk Manager

Job Title: Manager Risk

Organisation: The Microfinance Support Centre Limited (MSC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director Credit and Operations

About MSC:
The Microfinance Support Centre Limited (MSC) is an institution fully owned by the Government of Uganda (GOU). MSC was incorporated in 2001 as a company limited by guarantee, as part of GOU’s effort to promote access to affordable financial services for increased employment and wealth. MSC offers affordable credit through its network of 13 regional offices spread throughout the country. MSC has so far served clients in 110 districts in Uganda. MSC gives priority financing to support the agricultural production value chain namely; production, value addition and marketing. Besides credit, MSC provides capacity building to its clients including SACCOs, Cooperative Unions, MFIs and SMEs to enable them manage their organisations sustainably.

Job Summary: The Manager Risk will be responsible for ensuring a risk free portfolio through initiating, implementing, reviewing and evaluating risk policies and procedures and best practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Develop and implement the required ICT policies and procedures of the Company.
=Periodically review all loan documentations and procedures to ensure compliance with loan approval policies before disbursement to minimize cases of credit risk.
=Plan, budget and implement the risk management programs to ensure a risk free credit environment.
=Generate timely monthly portfolio aging report from the system and follow up with the relevant zones and make appropriate recommendations.
=Process cases, of loan rescheduling with the various approving levels.
=Prepare & submit monthly unit performance reports with proposals on loan risk management initiatives to Senior Management Team for consideration.
=Work in liaison with Legal, handle cases of fraud among clients and loan default after the zones have presented these files to the Risk Manager’s office.
=In line with the MSC loan write off policies, prepare papers for loan write off for presentation to SMT and finally to the Board.
=Liaise and provide support to Zonal offices including client in Management of credit risk.
=Generally ensure compliance to loan/credit policies, procedures & best practices during initiation, review, processing and loan follow up.
=Manage performance of staff under his or her supervision and ensure achievement of targets.

Key Performance Indicators:

=Planning and designing of organisational wide risk management strategy
=Implementation of the risk management process/plan for the organization
=Company risk training, audits, and reporting
=Management, performance and development of all staff in the unit.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant must hold a good business related degree from a recognized institution.
=Possession of a post graduate diploma in Microfinance or risk management or any business related course is a must.
=A masters degree in Business Administration or microfinance will be of added advantage
=A minimum of five years’ experience in a recognized micro finance institution or commercial bank, with at least two years’ experience at Branch Manager Level or other acceptable supervisory capacity.
=Prior experience in risk management exposure or debt collection will be an added advantage.
=Comprehensive appreciation of the credit underwriting process.
=Creativity, innovativeness and dynamism
=Excellent interpersonal and Leadership
=Possess the ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
=Very strong assertive behaviour, a creative, innovative & self motivated person.
=High business focus, straight thinker with the flexibility and creativity to achieve results in risk management.
=Age: between 30 and 45 years.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae together with copies of certified academic certificates with at least three professional referees one of whom should be their current Supervisors. All applications should in properly sealed envelopes should be submitted to the address given below clearly stating the job title applied for on the top right corner. E-mail applications will only be received on condition that after being short listed, the candidates must produce certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
The Executive Director,
The Microfinance Support Centre Limited,
Plot 46, Windsor Crescent- off Acacia Avenue
P.O. Box 33711 Kampala. Uganda

E-mail: msc@msc.co.ug

Deadline: 21st February, 2014 by 5PM

Jobs at Clinton Health Access Initiative in Kampala,Uganda -eHealth Program Manager

Job Title: eHealth Program Manager

Organisation: Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Country Director

About CHAI:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to strengthening integrated health systems in the developing world and expanding access to care and treatment for HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases. CHAI’s solution-oriented approach focuses on improving market dynamics for medicines and diagnostics; lowering prices for treatment; accelerating access to life-saving technologies; and helping governments build the capacity required for high-quality care and treatment programs.

Since its establishment in 2002 by President William J. Clinton, CHAI has worked on the demand and supply sides of the market to help more than 2 million HIV+ people access the medicines needed for treatment—representing nearly half of all people on HIV treatment in developing countries. Building on this model, CHAI has expanded its scope to include efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery systems and to combat malaria and childhood illnesses.

Job Summary: The eHealth Program Manager to lead the identification, development, and implementation of ehealth systems in Uganda. eHealth as defined in this context refers to health based interventions supported by electronic / computer-based processes and communication. The eHealth Program Manager will serve as a key member of the CHAI Uganda team and is expected to bring technical expertise and strong program management skills to CHAI’s engagement on information technology with the Ministry of Health (MoH) and various partners.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Work collaboratively with other program managers and analysts in a matrixed relationship on the country team to identify and advance other program’s objectives through eHealth technologies
=Work with MoH and partners to drive formal coordinating structures and participate actively in Technical Working Groups (TWGs)
=Identify, design and implement appropriate programs to solve pressing health system problems with technology solutions
=Establish detailed technical specifications and identify appropriate technological systems for various health programs in Uganda
=Work in liaison with multiple MoH departments, CHAI country, and CHAI global teams to develop or adapt detailed strategies and implementation plans for eHealth interventions
=Mentor, train and mentor internal and external staff in the use and maintenance of these technologies; establish sustainable training programs when necessary to be devolved to the MoH
=Offer support in identifying funding sources and develop resource mobilization plans for eHealth programs
=Launch and manage operational research pilots to evaluate and monitor the impact of these programs during and after implementation
=Develop program budgets and cash forecasts, and ensure activities are executed according to work plan and approved budgets, and compile progress reports and presentations on program progress and activities
=The eHealth team will also oversee all ICT needs for the office, including tech support, IT equipment inventorying, internet access, etc.
=Perform any other roles and responsibilities as per the activities, as needed

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

=The applicant must possess a good Master’s degree from an accredited university in Business, Public Health, Engineering, Computer Science, or other applicable field.
=Significant experience working in the developing world
=Prior experience of agile processes (interactive and incremental  s/w development approach) and familiarity with applicable programming languages and database management software
=The applicant should possess five or more years’ experience with demonstrable skills in managing IT / software development projects and managing teams
=Good knowledge and understanding and demonstrable technical knowledge of the underpinnings of eHealth technologies and programs, and a solid knowledge of diverse programming languages
=Proven experience with project management tools e.g. Microsoft Project / Basecamp and versioning tools such as CVS, GIT as well as developing and managing budgets, work plans, and proposals
=Good working knowledge of all phases of software development cycle, requirements documents and skills in negotiating and communicating with multiple and diverse stakeholders in challenging environment environments
=Possess the ability to solve challenging problems without extensive structural or operational support;
=Ability to adapt to fast-paced and changing environments, both internally and externally; to learn new cutting edge languages, methodologies and technologies
=Excellent analytical skills
=Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency with MS Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint
=Excellent business-oriented verbal, visual and written communication skills
=Language fluency both written and verbal English
=Possession of prior managerial experience working in a technology or other start-up organization will be an added advantage
=Possess basic educational or occupational, in public health or Statistics Management.
=The applicant must be highly motivated with a broad technical understanding of database driven information technology platforms, strong program management and analytical skills, and experience working in healthcare in the developing world.
=Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a high degree of self-confidence.
=S/he must be able to function independently, be a self-starter, dedicated, and have a strong commitment to excellence.
=Good management capabilities, as s/he will be managing a team of highly technical staff and general program staff to develop or adapt eHealth technologies or programs.
=S/he should also exhibit a number of important personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, independence, energy, and work ethic.

How to Apply:
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Production Officer Job Vacancies at Quality Chemical Industries Ltd in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Production Officer (2 Career Opportunities)

Organisation: Quality Chemical Industries Ltd (QCIL)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Production Manager

About QCIL:
Quality Chemical Industries Ltd (QCIL) is a pharmaceutical plant, producing anti-retroviral and anti-malarial drugs at Luzira Industrial Park in Uganda. QCIL is a joint venture between Quality Chemicals Ltd-a local drug distribution company and Cipla Ltd-a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer from India.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Ensuring that appropriate validations and calibrations of equipment are well effected and records taken
=Maintaining up-to-date documentation including SOPs, change control systems and procedures
=Raising T.I sheets for product process and cleaning validation of purified and portable water analysis as per schedule
=Monitoring punch and dies inventory records

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Production Officer should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
=At least a year’s experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing set up.

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with the above requirements via post or hand deliver them to with their application letters, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications, contact details for three (3) professional referees and a day-time telephone number to the address below:
The Human Resources Manager,
Quality Chemical Industries Ltd.
Luzira Industrial Park,
P.O. Box 34871, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:  Tuesday, 18th of February 2014 by 5:00pm.

HR Officer Vacancy at AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: HR Officer

Organisation: AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Regional Human Resource Manager

 

About AHF:

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is an international not for profit NGO, with its Headquarters based in Los Angeles California, and is the largest community-based provider of HIV treatment and care services in the United States of America. AHF registered in Uganda as AHF-Uganda Cares, is collaboration between the Ministry of Health and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (U.S.A) to provide free HIV/AIDS services; including antiretroviral therapy in resource constrained settings. AHF- Uganda Cares to-date operates in 15 districts including; Masaka, Kampala, Rakai, Mpigi, Lyantonde, Soroti ,Lwengo, Bukomansimbi, Kalungu, Amuria, Butambala, Gomba ,Serere, Hoima and Tororo and supporting 21 clinic sites country wide.

Job Summary: The HR Officer will primarily involve strengthening the Human Resource interventions to improve workforce planning, developing and advice on and implement policies relating to the effective use of personnel within AHF-Uganda Cares program. H/she is responsible for ensuring transparency, compliance and accountability at all levels of Human Resources. The AHF HR Officer will provide guidance on employment laws, working practices, recruitment and general conditions of employment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

=Ensure achievement of HR administrative tasks, to support the country program activities as outlined in workplans.

=Offer technical direction and guidance to staff regarding policies, operational procedures and servicing of internal customers.

=Advise staff on HR operational services, with regards to labour legislation and disciplinary procedures.

=Maintaining staff filing systems and ensuring safe custody of official documents both electronic and hardcopy

=Monitor performance and quality of work by using the performance management system, aimed at ensuring that staff raises the bar in terms of ambitions and standards.

=Recommend changes in job profiles, entry requirement and other relevant aspects to ensure AHF -Uganda cares remains attractive place for talent to work

=Initiate the development of staff newsletter that will keep staff updated on all relevant events within the Uganda Cares program.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

=The applicant should possess a good university degree and Post graduate diploma in Human Resource management from a Human Resource management in a busy organisation.

=The applicant should have a good understanding in a variety of field concepts, practices and procedures for HR.

=Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

=Strong organizational and time management skills

How to Apply: 

All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work for the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) should submit their updated CVs including photocopies of their relevant academic qualifications, three work related referees and cover letter to: The Regional Human Resource Manager, AHF-Uganda Cares Secretariat, Plot 54B Kira Road, P.O. Box 22914, Kampala, Uganda.

E-mail: globalhr-Africa@aidshealth.org.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 21st February 2014by 5PM.

Project Assistant Job Vacancy at International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Project Assistant –Labour Migration

Organisation: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Ref: VN 03/02/014
Reports to: Programme Coordinator

About IOM:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), established in 1951, is the leading international intergovernmental organization dealing with migration.  Its objective is to ensure the orderly migration of persons in need of migration assistance throughout the world.

IOM Uganda has been registered and operational since 1988, when the field mission was established. Throughout the past 20 years, IOM Uganda has processed movements and facilitated information gathering and support towards refugees, internally displaced persons, demobilized child soldiers, trafficked women and other migrants and their specific needs, both on individual and large scale population movement. In addition to operational matters and research, IOM has an important role in enhancing and building national capacity in migration management.

Job Summary: The Project Assistant will support the labour migration unit in implementing three IOM projects entitled: “Contributing to Improved Labour Market Information through the UN Joint Programme on Population” , “Strengthening Labour Migration Management and Productivity in Uganda” and “Mainstreaming Migration into Development” which have the following major objectives, respectively;
To contribute to the design of better and more coherent labour policies that will address employment issues in Uganda, particularly those related to youth by developing a Labour Market Needs Assessment Report and a Labour Force Survey Report.
To enhance Ugandan socioeconomic development through strengthened labour migration policies, practices, productivity and protection in Uganda
To ensure that migration is mainstreamed into Uganda’s second National Development Plan

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Conduct administrative tasks and provide logistic secretarial support to the implementation of the three project’s activities in a timely manner.
=Make all necessary administrative arrangements and facilities for conducting workshops, training sessions, roundtables and meetings
=Draft correspondence and ensure follow-up
=Support the project officer in the recruitment of national consultants
=Assist the project officer in coordinating work of consultants and IOM staff to ensure that the project goals and objectives are reached
=Offer programming support in the monitoring and implementation of activities and take follow-up actions (consultants, logistic support, admin/finance, etc.).
=In consultation with the project officer, contribute to the preparation of interim and final reports (technical and administrative/ financial) and other reports on project activities by providing information, preparing tables and drafting selected sections.
=Perform any other duty within the incumbent’s capabilities as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

=The Project Assistant for the United Nations IOM must have completed  a secondary school diploma in relevant field of study
=Possession of four of more years’ relevant experience working on labour issues in general
=Possess the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders
=Prior experience working with government on labour issues
=Good understanding of migration, particularly labour migration issues particularly within the East African context.
=Proficiency in Spoken and written English
=Knowledge of Ugandan local languages will be considered an advantage
=High degree of Accountability:
=Strong Client Orientation and Inclination:
=Continuous Learning:
=Creativity and Initiative:
=Excellent communication skills
=Good Leadership and Negotiation skills:
=Performance Management skills
=Planning and Organizing skills
=Excellent Professionalism
=High teamwork
=Technological Awareness
=Resource Mobilization

How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the United Nations’ International Organisation for Migration (IOM) should send a cover letter and CV with detailed relevant work experience to IOM HR department via E-mail to hruganda@iom.int clearly indicating the job reference number, VN 03/02/014.

Deadline: 24th February 2014.

Literacy Coordinator Job Vacancy at RTI International in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Literacy Coordinator

Organisation: RTI International
Project Name: USAID Uganda School Health and Reading Program
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Literacy Advisor

About RTI:
RTI International is recruiting for the USAID Uganda School Health and Reading Program, a five-year, USAID program that aims to improve early grade reading outcomes for children in primary grades and develop sustainable health education systems that support national HIV/AIDS prevention efforts.

Job Summary: The Literacy Coordinator will technically support the Literacy Advisor to coordinate and harmonize the materials development and the teacher training and supervision arms of the program. S/he will support the planning and oversight of materials development, production and distribution activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Coordinate the production of materials through printing to delivery.
=Work with book charities to ensure books are appropriately selected and distributed to target schools.
=Document best practices, success stories and input in strengthening relevant education policies and publishing guidelines.
=Supervise the planning of the development, editing, production and distribution of the program’s reading instructional materials.
=Perform any other duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief of Party.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Literacy Coordinator must hold a good master’s degree
=Three or more years’ experience in education, development studies, or related field; or Bachelor’s degree with six years relevant experience in the development sector
=Prior working experience in teacher training, curriculum planning, development and design
=Possess the ability to regularly and flexibly travel between districts and designated project Units.
=Fluency in English and excellent writing skills and speaking fluency in at least one local language
=The applicant must possess a high degree of motivation.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work for the RTI USAID Project should submit their updated CVs including three work related referees and cover letter to: The Human Resource Manager by e-mail to hrapplications@shrp.rti.org. Emails should not exceed 2MB.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 19th February 2014

Research Associate Jobs at BRAC in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Research Associate (Microfinance Multiplied)

Organisation: BRAC
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to:  Programme Manager Research & Evaluation

About BRAC:
BRAC, one the largest Non-Governmental Development Organization in the world, working in a number of countries in Africa and Asia on poverty alleviation Programs, is registered in Uganda as BRAC Uganda. The organization implements integrated development approach combining Education, Health, Agriculture, Livestock, Adolescent Empowerment, and Micro finance.

Job Summary: The Research Associate will oversee  the operations of its Microfinance Multiplied study. The Microfinance Multiplied is a randomized evaluation that aims to assess the effects of BRACSs microfinance and agriculture, poultry and livestock programs in beneficiaries® productivity and economic status. The study is being conducted in four BRAC branches in South-Western Uganda, namely: Kabale and Muhanga (in Kabale district), and Rukungiri and Buyanja (Rukungiri district).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Oversee planning and implementation of Microfinance Multiplied RCT.
=Managing fieldwork, supervising data collection, and ensuring data quality.
=Controlling for attrition and drop-out cases.
=Prepare research instruments.
=Running training of enumerators.
=Responsible for data cleaning.
=Analyzing quantitative and qualitative data and report writing.
=Working with Research and Evaluation Unit (REU) to design and implement other research projects.
=Supervising a team of research assistants, field supervisors, and enumerators.
=Offer support to REU to mobilize resources for research projects.
=Communicating with programs to share research findings.
=Assisting programs in designing and preparing proposals for new projects.
=Perform any other duties as assigned by the Programme Manager Research & Evaluation.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Research Associate should hold a Master's degree in economics, development studies, statistics
=Possess two or more years’ experience in project evaluation research.
=Strong quantitative research skills, including coursework in impact evaluation and econometrics.
=Computer literacy skills i.e. Proficiency in data analysis using STATA; Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point).
=Excellent English grammar in written communication.
=Possess a proven ability to work independently, lead a team, manages deadlines and produce high quality output.

How to Apply:
If you so desire to work in BRAC International in the aforementioned vacancy in its research unit in Uganda, please apply by sending your updated CV and cover letter via E- mail clearly indicating the job position in the subject.
E-mail to: brac.africa.reu@gmail.com

Deadline: 21st February, 2014