E-Banking Administrator Job Vacancy at Finance Trust Bank (FTB) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: E-Banking Administrator

Organisation: Finance Trust Bank (FTB)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports To: Manager Databases & Applications

About FTB:
Finance Trust Bank (FTB) was licensed as a Tier 1 commercial Bank on 11 th November, 2013, taking over the financial services business of Uganda Finance Trust Limited (MDI). Finance Trust Bank was first registered as an NGO in 1984 as Uganda Women's Finance and Credit Trust Limited (UWFCT), which later charged its name to Uganda Women Finance Trust Limited (UWFT), in 1997. On October 12th 2005, Uganda Finance Trust Limited was licensed as a Microfinance Deposit taking Institution. Today, Finance Trust Bank is a fully fledged commercial bank serving a clientele of over 240,000 depositors and over 26,000 borrowers, through a network of 33 branches country wide. The Banking Institution offers a variety of Products and services including; Savings, Current accounts, Loans, Money transfer services and Bills payments to its target market which comprises of micro, small and medium entrepreneurs, salary earners and youth.

Job Summary: The E-Banking Administrator will be required to guarantee functionality of the bank's electronic service delivery channels such, ATMs, POS terminals, e-Payments, Online banking and computer applications e.g. ATM-Nimbus, BR.NET, Mobile Banking & Money, Western Union, SWIFT, RTGS e.t.c.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Responsible for the configurations and installation of the E-Banking products interfaces with the bank's core systems and the customer's sites.
=Develop and Champion new optional Utilities that can be provided over the existing E-banking products infrastructure.
=Support the Manager Databases & Applications with the In-house training of staff.
=Approve and implement System Access Rights, Roles & Privileges.
=Ensure 95% and above uptime for the E-banking products and suggest remedies to keep the set uptime percentage and improve it.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The E-banking Administrator should possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and any certification in Systems, Database or Networks.
=Possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems, install and operate monitoring tools and maintain documentation.
=Wide knowledge and understanding of computer systems, Network operating systems and computer applications.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to join the banking sector in the aforementioned portfolio are necessitated to submit their handwritten applications plus photocopies of academic documents, testimonials and Updated CVs with at least three professional referees to the Head of Human Resource, Finance Trust Bank Limited, Plot 115 & 121, Katwe, and P.O. Box 6972, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 7th March 2014.

Jobs at World Vision Uganda- Project Officer Abim WASH and Agriculture Project

Job Title: Project Officer Abim WASH and Agriculture Project

Organisation: World Vision Uganda
Duty Station: Abim, Uganda

About WVU:
World Vision Uganda is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy Non-Government Organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We currently work in over 40 districts in Uganda. World Vision is committed to the protection of children and we will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. “Our Vision for every child, Life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every Heart, the will to make it so.”

Job Summary: The Project Officer for the WASH Project will offer technical support and co-ordination of project management/ operations in a manner that meets project set food security & WASH standards and contributes effectively to the wellbeing of children in line with World Vision Uganda’s mission.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Co-ordinate and supervise the distribution of improved and drought resistant varieties to two Sub-counties of Abim district and support establishment of Farmer Field Schools.
=Conduct accurate accountability of the seed varieties distributed to the wet and dry zones of district and offer decision-making support to the project in Abim
=Carry out Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) in specific areas of seed utilization, crop agronomic performances as well as pest and disease incidences.
=Training and equipping selected model farmers in the entire districts of Karamoja with knowledge on sustainable agriculture and other agronomic commensurate with their agro-ecological set-up.
=Train and mentor farmers and farmer groups on value chain selection and analysis and principles of improved farming practices, applicable to the small pastoralist farmer’s holdings nature of Karamoja.
=Represent World Vision Uganda (WVU) at stakeholder meetings and fora such as the Food Security and Agricultural Livelihood meeting, WASH sectoral and working group meetings
=Oversee and monitor the technical aspects of drilling works ensuring quality implementation of water supply and sanitation projects in line with the standards addressing the particular response.
=Co-ordinate the Project’s agricultural extension staffs at sub-counties on matters that concern Project activities such as improved seed distribution, trainings of farmers and farmer groups on improved farming practices, increment of acreage under production by targeted farmers and farming groups.
=Supervise Community Development Assistants (CDAs) and Community Facilitators based at sub-county levels on value chain analysis of suitable projects for elevation of food security and nutritional status of local communities.
=Support the Project Manager in a number of project issues and implementation targets and often manage the project activities in the absence of the Project Management.
=Organize and liaise with partner agencies such as UN-FAO, UN-WFP, District Agricultural and Production departments, other NGOs and line government departments on matters pertaining to WASH, Food security and Livelihood interventions in Abim District.
=Work in collaboration with the district Water department district extension staffs mobilize communities to initiate CLTS/ PHAST approaches and conduct follow up in the identified villages.
=Gather/ collect WASH related information vital for project intervention
=Perform any other duties that may be assigned by Management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Project Officer for the World Vision Project should hold a bachelor’s degree  of Science Degree in Food Security, Agriculture, Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Economics or Rural Development
=At least three (3) years or more experience in agricultural, rural development, extension, WASH, or agricultural related livelihoods. Previous experience with implementing agriculture or livelihood projects among communities recovering from war is an added advantage.
=Significant experience of community mobilization and facilitation.
=Relevant teamwork experience and good interpersonal skills. Ability to work sensitively with people from a variety of social backgrounds.
=Strong comprehension of WASH service delivery approaches like CLTS and PHAST
=Strong and evident working experience or Farmer Field School methodology
=Be a Self starter, resilient team player able to meet tight deadlines
=Excellent IT skills in packages like MS Office is desirable
=Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision
=All candidates must be mature and committed Christians, able to demonstrate an active involvement with their faith and also able to appreciate and stand above denominational diversities.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates must send their applications with complete Curriculum Vitae, via email to: wvujobs@wvi.org.  Please address the application to the People and Culture Specialist (Recruitment) and do indicate the post title in the email subject line.

NB: Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 7th March 2014

Senior Manager: Strategic Planning at Tetra Tech in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Senior Manager: Strategic Planning

Organisation: Tetra Tech
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Us:
Tetra Tech is implementing a five-year project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Its aim is to increase the availability of genuine quality agro-inputs to consumers and decrease the prevalence of counterfeit products.

Job Summary: The Senior Manager will lead a team in innovative approaches to researching and analyzing the consumer market and business performance trends in the agro-inputs industry. The Senior Manager will also contribute significantly to shaping the strategies and activities of Tetra Tech’s 5-year initiative to support performance improvements and growth of businesses in this sector. The position includes opportunities for professional advancement.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Senior manager should hold a good first degree: business degrees preferred
=Three or more years’ experience as a Senior Manager
=The ideal applicant should have attained professional growth in dynamic consumer goods distribution and/or service firms (e.g., ICT, financial, marketing, media, telecommunications, beverage, and other FMCG)
=Possess knowledge and experience in qualitative (and quantitative) market research methodologies, e.g., focus groups, social network mapping and analysis
=Excellent analysis of consumer markets and business performance trends and metrics
=Strategic planning and decision making support
=High teamwork and team leadership skills
=Excellent written and verbal communication skills

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should express their interest by sending an updated CV with three professional references to aginputsrecruitment@gmail.com. Please clearly indicate the reference Senior Manager in the subject line of the E-mail application.

Deadline: March 21, 2014.

NB: Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Public Relations Executive Job Vacancy at Uganda Industrial Research Institute (UIRI)

Job Title: Public Relations Executive

Organisation: Uganda Industrial Research Institute (UIRI)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Communications and Marketing Manager

About UIRI:
Uganda Industrial Research Institute is Uganda Government's lead agency for industrialization, established by an Act of Parliament of Uganda under the auspices of the Ministry of Trade Industry and cooperatives (MTIC). It is the country's main vehicle for implementing strategies and measures aimed at transforming industry in Uganda.

Job Summary: The Public Relations Executive will mainly offer technical support in the growth of a favorable brand image for the UIRI Institute as well as ensuring that objectives are achieved in line with the Institutes mandate.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Actively participate in planning, developing and implementation of PR strategy and internal communications
=Writing and editing in-house magazines, publicity documents, case studies, information for web site, articles and reports
=Upgrade, maintain and manage Institute’s website content
=Work in close collaboration with the media houses, journalists, stakeholders, vendors and other partners for accurate publications
=Offer technical support to internal staff, the communications and marketing team to design innovative communications and marketing strategies
=Coordinate promotional events such as press conferences, open days, exhibitions, tours and visits of institute activities

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The PR Executive should possess a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication. A Masters in Mass Communication is an added advantage.
=At least three years’ experience with media and public relations.
=Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to think out of the box and pay attention to detail
=Excellent analytical and report writing skills.
=Possess the ability to meet strict deadlines.
=Age: Between 30-40 years

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are required to send their applications including handwritten applications with copies of academic credentials and detailed curriculum vitae indicating telephone, email addresses, contact addresses of referees should be forwarded to the address below;

Executive Director,
Uganda Industrial Research Institute,
Plot 42a Mukabya Road- Nakawa Industrial,
P.O. Box 7086, Kampala –Uganda

Deadline: 21st March 2014.

Jobs at NFT Consult in Kampala, Uganda-IT Multipurpose

Job Title: IT Multipurpose

Organisation: NFT Consult
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About NFT:
NFT Consult, a leading HR Consultancy firm, seeks to recruit for it valuable client, a Hydraulic Engineering and Civil Engineering company with operations in 20 countries across the African continent.  NFT Human Resource Solutions are customer tailored per industry requirements and are geared towards increased cost savings, process improvement leading to improved efficiency and effectiveness yet simultaneously strengthening quality and control of resources.

Job Summary: The job holder will be responsible for a small IT stock and ensuring that the day to day activities are not suffering from IT shortages. S/he will also support users with small issue and guide them in the best way to use their computer.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Ensure the installation of IT material
=Manage IT Stock
=Maintain, diagnostic and solve simple breakdown
=Minimum knowledge of network
=Helping users
=Being in discussion with IT team in Headquarter
=Manage general services (Phone, Fuel etc..

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The ideal candidate should hold a relevant Bachelors’ degree in IT or the related field
=At least two years’ experience
=Excellent organizational skills
=Ability to multi task
=Good knowledge and understanding of the construction market

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses. Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements. The applications/CVs should be prepared in English and submitted in either MS Word or PDF format will be considered.

Marketeer Vacancies at Water For People in Kamwenge, Uganda

Job Title: Marketeer (2 Job Careers)

Organization: Water For People
Duty Station: Kamwenge, Uganda
Reports to: Chief Manager Human Resource (Service Delivery)

About Us:
Water For People is a global non-profit organization with headquarters in Denver, Colorado, USA, and country offices in Kampala, Uganda. Water for People aims at improving people’s quality of life by supporting the development of locally sustainable drinking water resources, sanitation facilities, and health and hygiene education programs. Water For People currently operates in 10 countries in Latin America, Africa and Asia. Currently, Water For People Uganda works in partnership with Local Governments western and eastern Uganda and is expanding operations in other districts yet to expand.

Job Summary:
The Marketeer will work in close collaboration with Business Development Services providers and Sani-hub or Sanitation Greenhouse team to “take to the market and establish supply chain mechanisms for the Dura-San (Pour flush) and Tented Latrines and plastic flappers for retrofitting y existing latrine drop-holes to improve hygiene.
This will involve carrying-out market prospecting, promotion, publicity and segmentation of market
Actively participate in market researches, surveys and scoping studies

Key Performance Indicators:

=Monthly plan of activities and deliverables
=Monthly reports providing detailed progress with activities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant should ideally possess a Bachelor’s Degree of Business Administration or Commerce majoring in Marketing
=A minimum of a year’s experience of marketing produce and services.
=Past experience in sanitation marketing will be an added advantage
=Possess the ability to communicate effectively and good writing skills
=Please include a one-page article or report you have written previously.

How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria, submit your application together with an updated CV and copies of certificates, and three professional referees including their telephone and email addresses to:
The Administrative and Procurement Manager, email: abyaruhanga@waterforpeople.org or hand deliver them to our offices at Water For People Uganda, Plot 9 Olumi Close, Kitante after the Uganda Museum Offices (below the Rwanda High Commission), P.O. Box 1420 Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 7th March 2014 by 5:00 pm

Jobs at National Planning Authority (NPA)-Administrative Assistant (Security)

Job Title: Administrative Assistant (Security)

Organisation: National Planning Authority (NPA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Administrative Officer
Salary Scale: NPA-OS-7

About NPA:
The National Planning Authority (NPA) is the Principal Statutory Agency for management of national and decentralized development planning in Uganda. The NPA is tasked with a mandate to produce comprehensive and integrated development plans for the country, elaborated in terms of the perspective Vision, long and medium–term plans in the move to propelling sustainable socioeconomic transformation of Uganda. The Authority strives to: Strengthen planning systems and, develop comprehensive, participatory, inclusive and integrated development plans and frameworks; Provide evidence based public policy advice and inform public policy debates; Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of development policies, plans and programmes, and performance of the economy of Uganda and Strengthen the capacity to effectively and efficiently deliver its mandate; among others things.

Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant (Security) should ensure safety of National Planning Authority (NPA) premises, property, assets including but not limited to vehicles, tools, equipment and staff.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Answerable for all actions and omissions of security guards/or Police guards and gatekeepers
=Routinely monitor regularly throughout the day movements of assets, vehicles in and out of the Authority Headquarters.
=Ensure the presence of guards at work all day including weekends and after official working hours.
=Work in close collaboration with the Authorities and Police to ensure safety of Authority Staff and Clients at the Head Office.
=Actively monitor the movement suspicious persons / clients coming into and leaving the Authority premises.
=Work in liaison with the Office Attendants to ensure that office doors, windows are closed after working hours.
=Prepare periodical reports as required by the authorities.
=Ensure that all lights are off except security lights, before staff leave their offices.
=Ensuring safe custody of Office Keys and access to only authorized persons.
=Ensure that office doors are locked as officers leave offices.
=Ensure that no office breakages occur due to negligence and where they occur report the incidents to police upon the advice of the Executive Director and Supervisor.
=Make certain that the scenes of crime are not tampered with to allow effective police investigations.
=Initiate and propose innovative means and ways of enhancing security measures at NPA.
=Perform any other assignments from the Senior Administrative Officer and / or higher authorities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant should possess a good Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) plus Certified Professional Training in Security and safety of persons and Institutional property.
=Possess relevant Diploma plus Certified Professional Training in Security and safety of persons and Institutional property will be also be considered and will have an added advantage.
=The applicant must be willing occasionally to work beyond the normal official working hours and can be on call after 5.00pm, weekends and public holidays.
=Possess three (3) or more years’ experience as in handling Security matters, police work, Security Administration and management, operations in a reputable organization.
=Former Police / security personnel either retired or officially discharged and with no record of criminal conviction and must have clearance from the IGP or responsible authority will have an edge.
=Possess a valid Driving Permit and able to ride a motorcycle.
=Age: 25- 45 years.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications with detailed curriculum vitae including phone contacts, photocopies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts and letters of reference and clearance should be addressed to: The Executive Director, National Planning Authority, P. O. Box 21434, Kampala; Uganda Planning – House Plot 17B Clement Hill Road. The applications and CV should physically be delivered to the NPA front desk .

Deadline: 10th March, 2014

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy at Management Sciences for Health (MSH) in Mbale, Uganda

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Organisation: Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Project: USAID-suppored District-based HIV/ TB Project (STAR-E)
Duty Station: Mbale, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Manager Finance

About MSH:
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. MSH Uganda is currently running a number of USAID and other donor funded projects including STAR-E in Eastern Uganda. STAR-E a 5-year USAID-supported District-based HIV/ TB Project ending in March 2015, focuses on the prevention, care, and treatment of HIV/TB in health facilities and communities, headquartered in Mbale, with activities in Budaka, Bududa, Bukwo, Busia, Butaleja, Kapchorwa, Mbale, Pallisa, Bulambuli, Kween, Kibuku and Sironko districts.

Job Summary: The Senior Accountant supports the Senior Manager Finance to manage the accounts section of the project. S/he is responsible for ensuring efficient accounting support to the project. S/he ensures that all financial and ac-counting activities are done according to MSH regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Reviews all Payment Vouchers, General Journals and Deposit Vouchers ensuring that they are supported by relevant documentation such as approved budgets; Travel Authorizations; duly signed facilitator/consultancy agreements; Host government declaration; completed and signed timesheets; certified vendor invoices and GRNs; EPLS checks and that the right finance codes are used as and when they are submitted in accordance to USAID rules & regulations and MSH standard operating procedures.
=Prepares monthly cash projections based on actual historic performance; approved project- activity work planners in consultation with other departmental heads and relevant regional heads for processing funds requirement for the MSH STAR -E project activities by every 15 business day of the month.
=Prepares monthly reconciliations of bank statement to accounting system records and thereafter uploads the field monthly expenses report for the submission to Corporate Accounting at the head office by every 5th business day of the month.
=Reviews all accountabilities of advances submitted by staff members and grantees and ensuring that all expenses are allowable in accordance with the USAID AMB-122 and are within the pre-approved budget.
=Ensures that all MSH staff and grantee advances are cleared /liquidated within the stipulated timeframe on time and prepares regular staff balances and Staff Advances Aged Analysis report for follow-up action.
=Manage, supervise and oversee the MSH subordinate staff accounts including the Accountant, Accounts Assistants and the petty cash management function that rest with the Office Assistants and Regional Office Assistants.
=Reviews all purchases vendor selections for goods and services ensuring that they are done in accordance with the MSH Standard Operating Procedures and USAID rules and regulations.
=Ensures that all government taxes laws and regulations are strictly adhered to; and taxes are accurately computed and paid on time as and when they are due.
=Prepares the quarterly VAT reports for submission to USAID country mission in Kampala and the Annual VAT report on purchases whose VAT exceeded $500 for submission to the MSH Corporate Office.
=Support the Director, Finance and Administration in developing and implementing a good internal control system enforcing existing internal control procedures in compliance with internal audit recommendations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The ideal applicant should hold a University degree in accounting from a recognized University, Possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and or professional qualification in accounting would be an added advantage,
=At least three years’ experience as an Accountant and at least one year as supervisor.
=Experience in a USAID-financed NGO would be an advantage,
=Possess the ability to work independently, take initiative and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality,
=Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, with hands-on experience with Quick Books Accounting are highly preferred,
=Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
=Exhibit adaptability and or ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.

How to Apply:
If you meet the above job requirements, please submit your application (cover letter, CV and relevant academic documentation) addressed to the Human Resources Partner, to the following addresses.
In Kampala,
MSH, Plot 15 Princess Ann Drive, Bugolobi, P. 0. Box 71419, Kampala, Uganda Or via email: HRUG@msh.org
In Mbale,
STAR-E Project, P.O. Box 929 Plot 34-36 Bungokho Road, Senior Quarters, Mbale, Uganda:
Or via email: info@star-e.ug

Deadline:12th March 2014

Network Administrator Job Vacancy at Finance Trust Bank in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Network Administrator

Organisation: Finance Trust Bank (FTB)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports To: Manager Networks & Infrastructure

About FTB:
Finance Trust Bank (FTB) was licensed as a Tier 1 commercial Bank on 11th November, 2013, taking over the financial services business of Uganda Finance Trust Limited (MDI). Finance Trust Bank was first registered as an NGO in 1984 as Uganda Women's Finance and Credit Trust Limited (UWFCT), which later charged its name to Uganda Women Finance Trust Limited (UWFT), in 1997. On October 12th 2005, Uganda Finance Trust Limited was licensed as a Microfinance Deposit taking Institution. Today, Finance Trust Bank is a fully fledged commercial bank serving a clientele of over 240,000 depositors and over 26,000 borrowers, through a network of 33 branches country wide. The Banking Institution offers a variety of Products and services including; Savings, Current accounts, Loans, Money transfer services and Bills payments to its target market which comprises of micro, small and medium entrepreneurs, salary earners and youth.

Job Summary: The Network Administrator will administer and oversee network design, implementation, organization and troubleshooting the Finance Trust Bank FTB's network. The incumbent will mainly manage the work of technical support staff in managing network switches/hubs, routers, and servers including monitoring underlying communications protocols and supporting network hardware.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Maintain a stable WAN/LAN network infrastructure.
=Manage internal and external access control to the Bank network
=Ensure that the Bank’s data confidentiality, integrity and availability over the Bank WAN/LAN.
=Perform network and security technology needs analysis and advise the Bank accordingly.
=Ensure stable and secure internet connectivity for all bank internet based systems (Western Union, RTGS, SWIFT, VPNs, Email and Browsing).
=Design, configure and maintain Bank Networks and documentation.
=Responsible for structured cabling infrastructure management
=Server/PC and server room infrastructure management.
=Make certain that of the security and compliance with different systems and regulations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Bank’s Network Administrator should possess a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and a CISCO certification in networking.
=Past working experience in a WAN /LAN environment, which must include configuring switches, routers and firewalls.
=Possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve network problems, install and operate network monitoring tools and maintain network documentation.
=Wide understanding of computer systems, Network operating systems and computer applications.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to join the banking sector in the aforementioned portfolio are necessitated to submit their handwritten applications plus photocopies of academic documents, testimonials and Updated CVs with at least three professional referees to the Head of Human Resource, Finance Trust Bank Limited, Plot 115 & 121, Katwe, and P.O. Box 6972, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 7th March 2014.

Jobs at World Vision Uganda-Community Development Facilitator

Job Title: Community Development Facilitator (Area Development Programme) - Several Career Opportunities

Organisation: World Vision Uganda (WVU)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to:  Programme Manager

About WVU:
World Vision Uganda is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy Non-Government Organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We currently work in over 40 districts in Uganda. World Vision is committed to the protection of children and we will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. “Our Vision for every child, Life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every Heart, the will to make it so.”

Job Summary: The Community Development Facilitator (Area Development Programme) will guide and facilitate programme development, monitoring and implementation in an Area Development Programme (ADP) in line with programme plans of World Vision Uganda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Guide ADP Programme Planning and Development:
=Actively support and guide ADP scheduled assessments, evaluations, Transformation Development Indicator measurements and designs.
=Actively facilitate development of the Area Development Programme (ADP) design document and Annual Operations Plan/ Detailed Implementation Plan.
=Gather and analyze community perspectives, and prepare annual work plans and cash flows.
=Write concept papers and proposals for non-sponsorship fundraising.
=Monitoring of progress and achievements of programmes in the ADP.
=Monitoring and track progress of programme implementation.

2. Implementation of ADP programmes and interventions in line with approved designs and AOPs/ DIPs.

3. Mobilise and Organize communities to participate in and own programme interventions:
=Organize ADP level forum assess progress of implementation of planned activities.
=Monitor progress of programme/project interventions against plans within the ADP.
=Organize review, reflection and learning forums for ADP staff, community, local organizations and government.
=Documentation and sharing of programme learnings.

4. Build ADP level partnerships, networks and coalitions with civil society organizations and local government institutions:
=Facilitate networking with government institutions and other development partners within the ADP in planning and implementation of development programmes.
=Identify and nurture local partnerships with grassroots civil society organizations, Churches and sub county government.
=Support the growth of strong grassroots movements on specific advocacy issues.

5. Management of Sponsorship Performance:
=Actively support and facilitate sponsorship staff and sponsorship service operations in the ADP.
=Monitor performance of sponsorship performance in line with child sponsorship standards

6. Child Protection:
=Facilitate the operations and functioning of ADP child protection committee.
=Ensure adherence and compliance to the ADP child protection policy, guidelines and protocols.

7. Proper and efficient management and use of ADP finance and assets:
=Manage ADP financial and asset resources in line with policy guidelines.

8. Reporting:
=Produce timely and quality bi-annual and annual reports.
=Perform any other duties that may be assigned by Management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Community Development Facilitator should ideally possess a University degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Education or any relevant field.
=A minimum of three years’ experience facilitating community development with direct experience in any of the key sectors of WVU programming (Education, Health, Food security and Child protection)
=Excellent writing and reporting skills
=Good networking and influencing skills
=Excellent track record of demonstrating high integrity, reliability and dependable
=Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.
=All candidates must be mature and committed Christians, able to demonstrate an active involvement with their faith and also able to appreciate and stand above denominational diversities.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates must send their applications with complete Curriculum Vitae, via email to: wvujobs@wvi.org.  Please address the application to the People and Culture Specialist (Recruitment) and do indicate the post title in the email subject line.

NB: Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 7th March 2014

Jobs at Kakira Sugar Works-Industrial Relations Manager

Job Title: Industrial Relations Manager

Organisation: Kakira Sugar Works
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Human Resource Manager

About Kakira:
Kakira Sugar Works is the largest manufacturer of sugar in Uganda, producing an estimated 165,000 metric tonnes of sugar annually, accounting for about 47% of the national output in 2011. Kinyara Sugar Works in Masindi District is Uganda's second-largest sugar manufacturer, accounting for about 31% of annual national output. Sugar Corporation of Uganda Limited (SCOUL), in Buikwe District, accounts for about 17% of national production. The remaining 5% (about 15,000 metric tonnes annually), is produced by Sango Bay Estates Limited, in Sango Bay, Rakai District.

Job Summary: The Industrial Relations Manager will mainly provide a comprehensive professional support service to line managers through out Kakira with more than 7,500 employees.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant should be a graduate from a recognised institution with appropriate qualifications.
=At least five years’ relevant experience at Manager level in the private sector.
=Good knowledge and understanding of Uganda’s employment law and disciplinary handling.
=High potential to train line managers in employment law in Uganda.
=Excellent communication skills, oral and written, including ability to advise and persuade line managers and negotiate successfully with trade union representatives.
=Good computer literacy skills
=Membership of a relevant professional body will be an added advantage.
=Age: 30 – 40 years

How to Apply:
All candidates interested in working with Kakira should send their applications with Photostat copies of testimonials, certificates and curriculum vitae, indicating daytime telephone number, contact addresses of two referees and quoting the job reference number on the upper left-hand corner of the envelope should be sent to: Mr. Moses H. Thenge Human Resources Manager Kakira Sugar Limited, P.O. Box 121, Jinja – Uganda Tel. 0414-444281 or Or via Email: thenge@kakirasugar.com

Deadline: 12th March, 2014

Business Development Manager Job Vacancy at ThoughtWorks in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Organisation: ThoughtWorks
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About ThoughtWorks:
ThoughtWorks is a fast growing technology consultancy with an enviable track record of delivering real business value. Thoughtworks started up in the United States in 1993 and we employ around 2500 people around the world in locations such as the UK, Australia, India, China and Brazil to name a few. In Africa we are currently in Uganda, Kampala and S.Africa, Johannesburg. We're in a period of growth globally and we're experiencing a strong demand in Africa and are growing our services portfolio in Africa.

We now seek an exceptional Business Development professional with a solutions mindset to focus on the African market and help us grow our services in Africa.

Job Summary: The ThoughtWorks Business Development team will build the services practice with primary responsibilities of Business Development and new client acquisition.  This is essentially a hunting role and is expected to work across verticals in Africa and with customers across multiple locations. The primary expectation from this role will be to open up new opportunities in verticals such as Retail, Media, Travel , Banking and Financial Services and Education.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=New client acquisition, Relationship management in existing accounts, closely work with the practice teams to design proposals, create and manage negotiation positions, review contracts, collections etc.
=Generate an immediate impact on sales and build a business proposition - using established contacts across the enterprise and local markets in Africa
=Execute effective sales programs, campaigns, and processes designed to support a strong pipeline and backlog of revenue and promote ThoughtWorks Services in Africa
=Hands on experience in developing proposals and proactive solutions to customers. Strong interface with marketing operations.
=We work as a startup within an enterprise and each of us works in multiple areas as we build the group.  You will also need to act in an individual contributor role with end to end responsibilities from business development& presales activities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=Possess strong regional experience selling innovative game-changing software and consulting solutions into enterprise markets in prior roles such as Business Development Manager.
=Solutions Sales professional in an individual contributor capacity.
=Prior related experience in IT Consulting, Outsourcing, in a cross industry vertical space are required.
=Demonstrated ability to build relationships with senior players within key organisations.
=Highly intuitive and pragmatic approach to value and consultative based selling
=Demonstrable experience of a highly consultative and solutions oriented approach.
=Demonstrated experience understanding a customer’s pain points, and positioning the firm’s capabilities as the solution.
=High problem solving skills by their clients
=Excellent relationship managers skilled at negotiation and conflict resolution.
=Skilled in creating value propositions for clients
=High Degree of connects and experience in the African market will be greatly valued.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work with ThoughtWorks in the above mentioned portfolio should endeavour to visit the web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements.

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Planning Specialist Job Vacancy at United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) in Kampala

Job Title: Planning Specialist

Organisation: United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
Grade: P-4
Vacancy Number:  E-VN-2014-000479
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Deputy Representative

About UNICEF:
For 60 years, UNICEF is the world's leading children's rights organization and has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Job Summary: The Planning Specialist will provide leadership to the Planning Section and guidance to the PCR Managers, Chiefs of Field Offices, Zonal  and Sectoral specialists on all aspects of the country programme needs for planning, monitoring and evaluation, including those related to UN Delivering-as-One in Uganda. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with the Chief of Social Policy and Evaluation to ensure timely implementation of all planned studies, assessments and evaluations during the country programme period, including the MTR, rolling situation analysis and end of cycle evaluation, and integration of results/outcome in the rolling work plans and budgets, and annual programme progress and other reports.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Stay abreast with the situation of children and women in Uganda, and ensure collection, analysis and dissemination of updated data and information on child survival, protection and development in the country, with emphasis on updated  human rights-based district specific situation analysis for the 58 UNICEF districts for additional emphasis.
=Ensure continuous flow of information on the situation to the Dep. Representative, the Representative and the PCR Managers for policy development, planning, advocacy and resource mobilization.
=Offer substantive technical support to the Deputy Representative for the new country programme process, including preparation of strategy note, country programme document (CPD), country programme plan of action (CPAP) and coordination of UNICEF inputs to the UN Country Assessment, UNDAF strategies/outcomes or UNDAF Action Plan and Joint Programmes, ensuring coherence with UNICEF CPD/CPAP and emerging needs of children.
=The Planning Specialist will be also responsible for the development and continuous updating of HRAP based planning and monitoring guidelines for the country programme and ensure that they also reflect decentralization of government planning procedures, participatory planning approaches and indicators for community and district monitoring.
=Ensure timely preparation and integration of UNICEF inputs into the District Development Plans for the 58   districts of additional emphasis, GOU Sector plans and UNICEF/GOU Rolling Work Plans for both districts and nationwide support. Ensure synchronization of the UNICEF support with the GOU planning cycles.
=Offer assistance and guidance and procedures to the area programme managers and project officers, districts on all aspects of program planning and monitoring according to UNICEF’s, policies, guidelines and operational procedures, especially those specifically developed for the CP.
=Ensure timely implementation and effective monitoring of UNICEF inputs (cash, supply, contract, training, and travel) and participate in quarterly and annual reviews and planning exercises for the 58 districts supported by the CP on a rotating basis and the national level meetings when needed. Undertake frequent CP monitoring visits to the 58 districts to assess the effectiveness and cost efficiency of UNICEF assistance to the districts for planning monitoring and adjustment of strategies and approaches.
=Ensure establishment of an effective district based monitoring system for regular assessment of community and district specific targets and outcomes related to CP goals and ensure linkage between lower government and district and national monitoring systems.
=Establish capacity building monitoring system at district level which reflects UNICEF’s contribution to the individual districts in terms of training, management support, communication and logistics and other items which are supposed to enhance and facilitate country programme implementation.
=Provide backstopping to the Reports Specialist to ensure timely submission of donor, progress and any other reports requested by the Deputy Representative or the Representative’s office.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Planning Specialist should possess an advanced university degree in Social Sciences or other related field.
=At least eight years (8) years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in programme planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation.
=Fluency in English and another UN working language. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station would be an asset.

Personal Competencies:

=Possess high-level communication skills, including engaging and informative formal public speaking.
=Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
=Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
=Good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
=Easily and quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of  individuals across organizational departments.
=Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
=Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.
=Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
=Seeks and proposes opportunities for advancing UNICEF`s mission.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work in the prestigious United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) in the aforementioned vacancy should express their interest by visiting the United Nations web recruitment portal below.

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Deadline: 14th March, 2014

Jobs at Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG)-Warehouse Officer

Job Title: Warehouse Officer (2 Career Vacancies)

Organisation: Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Head Stores & Operations

About UHMG:
Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG) is a Company Limited by Guarantee, whose vision is “A good life for all Ugandans”. We envision a Ugandan society with good life, when products and services in Reproductive Health, HIV, Malaria and Child Health are accessible, affordable and effectively utilized by all those in need. Our Mission is “To improve the quality of life of Ugandans, through the provision of superior and affordable health care solutions.” Our Core Values are; Integrity, Transparency, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence, Flexibility, and Equity.

UHMG is currently expanding and is seeking a dynamic qualified individual to fill the following position as part of its team. The position requires a flexible person, with the capacity to perform without supervision, and work beyond the required time to fulfill the organization’s goals.

Job Summary: The Warehouse Officer will to support the Head of Stores and Operations in the management of inventory and movement of products in and out of the AFFORD/UHMG Warehouse/ Stores. This position requires a highly skilled person who has capacity in stores and warehouse management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Support the Head of Stores and Operations in maintaining accurate records of all receipts and dispatches of products at the warehouse.
=Maintain the warehouse in accordance with NDA set standards.
=Check that the warehouse safety measures are in place and are adhered to.
=Work closely with the Head of Stores and Operations to ensure adequate warehouse space is available for products expected to arrive at the warehouse Keep track of product consumption rates and work with the supervisor to project when next orders should be placed.
=In the absence of the Head of Stores and Operations, manage the stores function completely including receipts, dispatches and provide report on a daily basis to the Director of the Product Facility
=Routinely dispatch products to customers according to (FEFO) basis to avoid product expiry.
=Offer support in the supervision of the secondary packaging of UHMG products at locations of the sub-contracted packaging companies.
=Assist the Head of Stores and Operations in processing of all approved orders from customers.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The UHMG Warehouse Officer should ideally possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a Medical field. Post graduate qualification in logistics or stores management will be an added advantage.
=Working knowledge of pharmaceutical products and other allied health care products is a must.
=A minimum of a year’s experience in Stores and Warehouse management is a must.
=Comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical products and other allied health care products.
=Excellent communication, advocacy, negotiation, interpersonal, analytical and result-oriented skills, experience in managing customers, and have the ability to discern and identify potential customers for the organizations’ products.
=Good judgment, initiative, high sense of responsibility, fact, ability to plan, organized, honest, with a high level of energy and integrity, and able to work under minimum supervision.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to send or hand deliver their updated CVs, copies of certificates and cover letter clearly indicating position applied for on the lop left-hand side of the envelope” to: The Human Resources Manager, Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG), Plot 20-21, 27-28, Martyrs Crescent, Ntinda, or to P. 0. Box 4553, Kampala. Uganda.

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please deliver your applications to the UHMG reception.

Deadline: 14th March, 2014 by 4:30pm

Secure Logistics Manager - Courier Services at G4S in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Secure Logistics Manager - Courier Services

Organisation: G4S
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Ref: G4S/EA/02/0001

About G4S:
G4S is the world’s leading global security and outsourcing group, which specialises in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat. G4S strives to make a difference by helping people to operate in safe and secure environments where they can thrive and prosper and we believe this role can only grow in importance.G4S is the largest employer on the London Stock Exchange, with operations in more than 120 countries and over 620,000 employees.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Role Responsibility:
=Effective management of the operational services
=Manage relationship between actual results, budgets and forecasts
=Initiate cost saving model and controls
=Gross Margin Management
=Direct Wage control / ER management
=Overheads control
=Contract profitability
=Ensuring that claims against the Company are prevented or minimized through regular customer risk assessments.
=Existing Revenue Growth
=Escalations are achieved
=Manage the Service line’s cash flow.

DSO management
CAPEX
=Effective management staff  within Courier Service business unit Effective Organization
=Staff turnover analysis, proper allocation of staff to positions and structure.

Development
=Succession Planning and Employment Equity
=Attendance of subordinates at scheduled training interventions (WSP and ATR comparison), meeting of employment equity goals, succession planning.

Leadership
Staff motivation levels
=Ensuring that performance assessments of all subordinate employees are conducted, and corrective action implemented where necessary.
=Ensuring that acceptable standards of behavior at work are maintained by all subordinate employees, as required by G4S’s code of conduct and disciplinary code.
=Ensuring that all disciplinary actions are conducted in compliance with Company policies and procedures.
=Effective management of operations  Client retention and customer service levels

Proportion of contracts lost
=Ensuring that all required formal customer meeting are scheduled, attended and minuted.
=Quality Management/Ops Process management – adherence to quality standard
=QA audit results and operational matrix
=Shared Best Practice:

=Specific examples of implementation of BP from other regions
=Effective management of business development function  New business development
=Identifying new business opportunities in the region’s sphere of operations, as well as in terms of growth of business with existing customers, driven by the promotion of integrated security solutions.
=Competitors evaluations: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the competitor environment faced by the business unit.
=Managing and shaping the external environment:
=Involvement in community and business forums and general public profile
=Development of sales strategy specific to the region, through analysis of the unit’s business profile, products and services available / required, existing customer base, resources and competitors.
=Identification of potential new business opportunities through consultation and cooperation with operational management, planned prospecting, leads, cold calling, tender notices.
=Arrange and conduct meetings with new and existing business prospects, in conjunction with operational management where appropriate, to market G4S integrated security solutions.
=Conduct / arrange site surveys to identify risks and develop appropriate solution to meet customer needs.
=Prepare and submit sales proposals / tenders to prospective customers. Where necessary, prepare and conduct sales presentation.
=In consultation with the ROD and Financial Manager, ensure that annual contract escalations of existing customers are finalized.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Ideal G4S candidate should possess a University Degree in Business Administration or related field
=Hold a Valid Driver’s License
=At least four years’ experience in courier/security management
=Knowledge of the Ugandan security legislation
=Working knowledge of the G4S Operational Policy and procedures
=G4S HR Min. Standards, Policies and procedures
=Knowledge of the Health and Safety legislation
=Leadership ability and skills
=Managing  professionally
=Conflict management skills
=Communication (Written and Verbal) skills
=Excellent negotiation skills
=Computer literacy skills
=Basic financial literacy skills
=Risk identification skills
=Highly change driven
=High customer orientation
=High awareness of the market environment
=Delivering strategy

How to Apply:
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Deadline: March 10, 2014

Jobs at Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)-Administrator

Job Title: Administrator

Organisation: Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Project: Reform Task Force Secretariat Skilling Uganda
Funding Source: World Bank and Government of Belgium
Salary:  UGX 3.5 million shillings per month
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Secretary

About MoES:
The Government of Uganda represented by the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) and supported by World Bank  and the Government of Belgium initialed a process to formulate a ten year BTVET Strategic Plan (Skilling Uganda) in 2009. This denotes a paradigm shift for skills development in Uganda with the overall aim of transforming the BTVET system from an Educational Sub-Sector into a comprehensive System of Skills development for employment, enhanced productivity, and growth. The main purpose will be to create employable skills and competencies relevant to the labour market instead of educational Certificates. It will embrace all Ugandans in need of skills, not only primary and Secondary School leavers. Skills will enable the Country to expand and grow. Employers in Uganda often complain about skills shortages that constrain production and expansion. Large segments of the population, including those working in the informal sector, lack skills they need to raise themselves out of poverty. The economy faces critical skills gap that threaten to limit the growth of key sectors, including agriculture and energy.

The Strategic Plan recommends the establishment of the Reform Task Force (RTF) and its Secretariat to oversee and manage the implementation of the plan until a permanent integrated Skills Development Authority (SDA) is established.

Job Summary: The Administrator will support the Executive Secretary in processing the day to day administration and supervision of the program activities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Directing, controlling and coordinating all the project administrative matters
=Ensuring availability, distribution and efficient and effective utilization of logistics
=Supervising and ensuring that all program activities are implemented according to schedule
=Preparing annual and other periodic project progress reports
=Ensuring prompt payments of the Secretariats utility bills fee electricity, water, telephone
=Maintaining an Inventory of all the program assets and other tools and equipment
=Supporting the Executive Secretary in Managing transport arrangements

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=All prospective candidates for the Administrator Vacancy must hold a Bachelors Degree in Arts, Social Sciences, Development Studies or any other relevant qualification from a recognized tertiary University and / or institution
=Possession of a post graduate training in Public Administration and Management, Human Resource Management or any other relevant field is a must
=A certificate in Administrative Officers’ Law Course is an added advantage.
=Excellent interpersonal and Communication Skills
=Effective in oral and written communication
=Good understanding and knowledge in modern Human Resource Management practices
=Possess the ability to work as a team member

How to Apply:
Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant positions as specified in the job description above.  All applications should clearly include the position of the vacancy and applicants should attach photocopies of their certificates and testimonials plus recent passport size photograph. The applications should be submitted to the Office of the Assistant Commissioner Human Resource Management, Embassy House Fourth Floor Room, Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 7th March 2014

Jobs at Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)-Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Organisation: Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Project: Reform Task Force Secretariat Skilling Uganda
Funding Source: World Bank and Government of Belgium
Salary:          UGX 5 million shillings per month
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Secretary

About MoES:
The Government of Uganda represented by the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) and supported by World Bank  and the Government of Belgium initialed a process to formulate a ten year BTVET Strategic Plan (Skilling Uganda) in 2009. This denotes a paradigm shift for skills development in Uganda with the overall aim of transforming the BTVET system from an Educational Sub-Sector into a comprehensive System of Skills development for employment, enhanced productivity, and growth. The main purpose will be to create employable skills and competencies relevant to the labour market instead of educational Certificates. It will embrace all Ugandans in need of skills, not only primary and Secondary School leavers. Skills will enable the Country to expand and grow. Employers in Uganda often complain about skills shortages that constrain production and expansion. Large segments of the population, including those working in the informal sector, lack skills they need to raise themselves out of poverty. The
economy faces critical skills gap that threaten to limit the growth of key sectors, including agriculture and energy.

The Strategic Plan recommends the establishment of the Reform Task Force (RTF) and its Secretariat to oversee and manage the implementation of the plan until a permanent integrated Skills Development Authority (SDA) is established.

Job Summary: The Project Accountant will mainly be responsible for proper maintenance of books of Accounts and all financial matters.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Support the Executive Secretary in overseeing all program finances in accordance with approved Government of Uganda ( GOU)and Donor financial controls, ensuring timely periods financial reporting
=Actively participate in the budgeting processes through identification of activities in line with the program objectives, related cost estimation and facilitate finalization of work plans for approval and endorsement of all signatories
=Review and advice the Executive Secretary as necessary, on all submitted requests for expenditure, ensuring that they are reasonable, comply with relevant with relevant program procurement procedures and GOU regulations.
=Prepare payment authorization letters for the Accounting Officer as appropriate, in favour of service providers of approved activities
=Maintain the program accounting information/ records in an orderly manner, through checking that all rotated program and GOU accounting regulations are adhered to.
=Guarantee adequate financial control and monitoring receipt and utilization of financial resources and timely production of accountability reports.
=Actively participate in audit processes and facilitate the audit team members easy access to the program financial records

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=All suitably qualified candidates who desire to fill the above Accountant vacancy must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, financial Management or Commerce
=Possession of professional qualification in Accounting such as CPA, ACCA or equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
=Proficient in the use and knowledge of Accounting packages
=Highly proficient in computer applications
=Excellent interpersonal and Communication Stalls.
=Excellent financial reporting skills

How to Apply:
Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant positions as specified in the job description above.  All applications should clearly include the position of the vacancy and applicants should attach photocopies of their certificates and testimonials plus recent passport size photograph. The applications should be submitted to the Office of the Assistant Commissioner Human Resource Management, Embassy House Fourth Floor Room, Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 7th March 2014

CSI Customer Project Manager at Ericsson in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: CSI Customer Project Manager

Organisation: Ericsson
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Ericsson:
Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment and services to mobile and fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use our network equipment, and more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Ericsson is one of the few companies worldwide that can offer end-to-end solutions for all major mobile communication standards. Ericsson networks, telecom services and multimedia solutions make it easier for people, across the world, to communicate. And as communication changes the way we live and work, Ericsson is playing a key role in this evolution.

Job Summary: The Ericsson CSI Customer Project Manager will be responsible for planning and managing assigned customer projects within Ericsson according to the organizational requirements and the project goals (budget, quality and time), leading to project acceptance and satisfied customers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Opportunity creation and offer preparation
=Project specification
=Project execution and integration management
=Cost tracking and cost validation
=Escalation management
=In charge of Customer relation management
=Project Acceptance and hand-over to support
=Resource procurement and HR aspect within project team
=Responsible for Risk Management
=Proper communication with all stakeholders

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Ericsson Customer Project Manager should ideally hold a Bachelor, Master's degree in Engineering or Science
=PMI certified or equivalent
=At least three years’ project management experience on one or more of the below domains is required:
=Past experience of Delivering IP, Core and BSS Projects
=Working knowledge of IP, Core, BSS, OSS, System Integration, IN, and BB
=Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools (PROPS-C, PMI)
=Fluency in English
=Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of ICT products and networks
=Result oriented: has the motivation, discipline and tenacity to reach results
=Accountability: takes full responsibility for own project and personal actions
=Leadership: has the ability to lead people and teams to results
=Decisiveness: as the ability to make quick and correct decisions and take action
=Initiative: takes all required actions to get things done
=Planning and control : takes all actions to plan and manage progress of project
=Pro-active approach and is always "on top off" his/her project;
=Excellent negotiation and customer facing skills
=Ability to coach more Junior CPMs
=Adaptability: will have to work with different customers in different countries where possible.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to work with Ericsson in the aforementioned portfolio should endeavour to visit the web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements.

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Consular Clerk Jobs at the South African High Commission in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Consular Clerk (LRP5)

Organisation: South African High Commission
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Us:
The South African High Commission is the diplomatic mission from South Africa to Uganda. The first democratic elections in South Africa were held on the 27 April 1994, and on 31 May of that year, the country rejoined the Commonwealth, 33 years to the day after it withdrew on becoming a republic. Along with country's diplomatic missions in other Commonwealth countries, the mission once again became a High Commission.

President Nelson Mandela appeared on the balcony of South Africa House in 1995, as part of his Official State Visit. In 2001, Mandela again appeared on the balcony of South Africa House to mark the seventh anniversary of Freedom Day, when the system of Apartheid ended.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=The Consular Clerk will mainly provide information on immigration laws, policies, procedures, processes documentation
=Responsible for general Office Administration of the South African High Commission
=Experience dealing with South African citizens  

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The ideal candidate should have attained 12 years schooling plus three years’ experience in a related area of work
=Excellent communication skills
=Computer literacy skills
=Excellent planning and organizational skills
=The applicant must possess a high sense of urgency
=Highly personal initiative and innovative skills

How to Apply:
All candidates who desire to join the South African High Commission in Uganda should send their updated CVs and copies of all education certificates to:
First Secretary (Administration),  Plot 15A Nakasero Road Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Preference will be given to the appointment South African Citizens.

Deadline: 12th March 2014

Project Coordinator at The Agency For Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD) in Nebbi Uganda

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Organisation: The Agency For Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
Funding Source:  KHN
Duty Station: Nebbi, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About AFARD:
The Agency For Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD) is a non-governmental organization operating in Yumbe, Arua, and Moyo districts in West Nile, Uganda. AFARD envisions a “prosperous, healthy and informed people of West Nile.” With funding support from KNH, AFARD is implementing Payera Community Development Project that will transition into a 5-year Erussi Community Development Project (ECDP) with the goal: “People’s Institutions in Erussi/Ndhew Sub-Counties are economically, socially and politically empowered to protect the rights of children and ensure their basic needs are met.’’

Job Summary: The Project Coordinator will primarily be responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, learning and accounting for the effective management of ECDP using participatory, human/children’s rights-driven and results-based approaches.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Offers technical guidance in project planning and budgeting in line with ECDP plan, KHN and AFARD donor guidelines
=Actively participate in resource mobilization drives and campaigns.
=Oversee, monitor, mentor junior project staff and coordinates their performance appraisal and skills development.
=Mediates in conflict resolutions.
=Intuitively manage project resources including staff, finances and assets in accordance with AFARD’s financial and asset policy.
=Build collaborative relationships with other key stakeholders and authorities
=Promote linkages and learning among people’s institutions.
=Compiles periodic project operational plans, budgets, briefs and reports
=Monitor and evaluates implementation processes against set targets and recommend measures to achieve results in a cost effectiveness manner.
=Develop capacity building plans for staff and partners
=Documents and shares best practices with management and other stakeholders.
=Cooperates with other AFARD programme team and stakeholders.
=Takes lead in the advocacy for people’s institution development
=Work in close collaboration with the Executive Director to know latest donors developments and updates on the contractors and suppliers

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant should possess a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies and / or Business Administration
=The Project Coordinator should have at least three years’ experience at a senior management level in project planning and management
=Possess the ability to work as a team
=The applicant should hold a valid driving license
=Excellent negotiation skills
=Good networking and relationship building skills
=Good report writing skills
=Excellent English communication skills.
=Knowledge of the local language (Alur) is desired.
=Ready to reside in the project area.

How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should send their applications with updated CVs, 1-page statement of achievements, copies of relevant academic documents, contacts of 2 referees, and day time phone numbers, by e-mail to afard@afard.net, hand delivery or post office addressed to The Executive Director, P.O. Box 80, Nebbi. Uganda.

Deadline: 14th March, 2014

Country Communications Manager Job Vacancy at BRAC Uganda

Job Title: Country Communications Manager

Employer: BRAC Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Description:

Responsibilities:
• Support BRAC’s communications strategy with a focus on in-country communications
• Support international communications efforts by gathering and disseminating information and content on activities within the country to BRAC counterparts abroad
• Work with national and international media to tell the BRAC story and raise the organization’s profile
• Create and distribute compelling stories about BRAC clients and programs through newsletters, press releases, etc.
• Acquire relevant content from programs to update website and intranet; write blog and social media posts in cooperation with BRAC Communications
• Write and edit fact sheets, brochures and annual reports; ensure easy access to stocks of these materials
• Support and advise teams to collect and develop relevant case studies and visual stories; liaise with affiliates and partners to distribute
• Carry out field visits and accompany visitors if required
• Coordinate and publicize events and speaking opportunities to promote BRAC; prepare speaker briefings, act as master of ceremony if required
• Ensure BRAC’s key messages are used consistently in all communications
• Ensure brand compliance of collateral material

Educational Requirements:
• Masters degree preferably in relevant discipline

Experience Requirements:

• Demonstrated excellence in communication and in working with people from diverse cultures

Additional Job Requirements:

• Ability to work in a flexible, changing environment and perform effectively under pressure
• At least three years relevant experience with exposure to development sector preferred and a good network among relevant stakeholders
• Willingness to undertake extensive field travel if necessary
• Knowledge of and proficiency with communications media and related technology
• Fluency in English, including speaking, writing, and editing skills
• An understanding of and commitment to our mission of empowering people and communities in situations of poverty, illiteracy, disease and social injustice
• Innovative ideas on how to use communications, media and storytelling

How to Apply:
Email your CV with a letter of interest mentioning your educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at: recruitment.bi@brac.net.

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 20/13 in the subject bar.

Deadline: 15th March 2014

Head of Country Office Vacancy at BRAC Uganda

Job Title:Head of Country Office

Employer: BRAC Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

(Designated Country Representative)
•Lead the country team in line with BRAC’s mission vision and values and ensure BRAC policies and code of conduct are followed.
•Be the key person accountable for ensuring high quality delivery of integrated/other programs,
•Analyze continuous impact and effectiveness of existing programs on a national level
•Develop new programs in line with the country’s policies, priorities and BRAC’s strategic direction and capability
•Participate in networking and coordination with different stakeholders i.e. ministries, policy makers, donor agencies, foreign embassies, NGO associations and other relevant organizations nationally and internationally to represent BRAC and find potential partners for collaboration and fundraising
•Work as focal person for the organization and represent BRAC in different forums, actively participating in national level consultation or committees formed by the government for specific issues where BRAC is invited
•Facilitate the preparation of project proposals and program and operational budgets, working closely with program anchors at BRAC International
•Inform the Executive Director of in-country developments that influence the sector and ensure timely production of Situational Reports that may affect the in-country strategy.
•Ensure strong manpower plans for adequately staffing the national teams and build ownership among local staff
•Develop managerial and technical capacity of national and expatriate staff
•Ensure effective and transparent management of resources that comply with the organizational, host country governments and donors’ policies.
•Follow up with program managers on the findings of Audit and Monitoring reports and take steps to improve quality of program activities. Ensure legal and ethical compliance of the host country departments/ministries and the contractual obligation with donors
•Build effective working relationships with Head office in Bangladesh
•Build a strong country management team and plan succession

Educational Requirements:
•Master's Degree or equivalent post-graduate qualification in relevant field

Experience Requirements:

•Minimum 10 years work experience ideally in development sector, of which at least 5 years at a Managerial level

Additional Job Requirements:

•Familiarity with managing budgets, financial reporting, grant writing and reporting.
•Excellent human resource management and organizational skills.
•Strong interpersonal, communication and teambuilding skills.
•Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
•High level of maturity and cultural sensitivity.
•Knowledge of the political, economic and social context of the country
•Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
•Fluency in written and spoken English
•Willingness and ability to travel within the country and overseas and spend time in the field.

How to Apply:
Email your CV with a letter of interest mentioning your educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at: recruitment.bi@brac.net.

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 20/14 in the subject bar.

 Deadline: 15th March 2014

Health Information Assistant Job Vacancy at Gomba District Service Commission

Job Title: Health Information Assistant

Employer: District Service Commission Gomba
Duty Station: Mpigi, Uganda

Job Description:

Job Purpose
•To keep records and information on patients, retrieve them for Clinicians and researchers and ensure confidentiality and safety

Qualifications;

•Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or "A" Level Certificate with a Certificate in Medical Records Management
•Must be Computer Literate

How to Apply:
Applications in triplicate should be addressed to:

The Secretary,
District Service Commission Gomba,
P.O.Box 76,
Mpigi

Deadline: 13th March 2014

Enrolled Nurse Job Vacancy at Gomba District Service Commission

Job Title: Enrolled Nurse

Employer: District Service Commission Gomba
Duty Station: Mpigi, Uganda

Job Description:

Job Purpose:
•To Provide quality nursing services to patients and participate in implementing Public Health interventions in the community

Qualifications:

•Must have an Enrolled Nursing Certificate from a recognized institution
•Must be registered and licensed with Nurses and Midwives Council

How to Apply:
Applications in triplicate should be addressed to:

The Secretary,
District Service Commission Gomba,
P.O.Box 76,
Mpigi

Deadline: 13th March 2014

Job at District Service Commission Gomba-Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Employer: District Service Commission Gomba
Duty Station: Mpigi, Uganda

Job Description:

Job Purpose:
•To Conduct generalized laboratory investigations for disease diagnosis,treatment,prevention and control

Qualifications:

•Must have a Diploma in Medical Laboratory
•Techniques from a recognized institution
•Must be registered and licensed with the Allied Health Professional Council

How to Apply:
Applications in triplicate should be addressed to:

The Secretary,
District Service Commission Gomba,
P.O.Box 76,
Mpigi

Deadline: 13th March 2014

Jobs at Gomba District Service Commission-Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse

Job Title: Enrolled Psychiatric Nurse

Employer: District Service Commission Gomba
Duty Station: Mpigi, Uganda

Job Description:

Job Purpose:
•To Provide psychiatric Nursing Care services to patients on a day to day basis

Qualifications:

•Must have a certificate in Psychiatry Nursing from a recognized institution
•Must be registered and licensed with Nurses and Midwives Council

How to Apply:

Applications in triplicate should be addressed to:

The Secretary,
District Service Commission Gomba,
P.O.Box 76,
Mpigi

Deadline: 13th March 2014

Jobs at Gomba District Service Commission-Enrolled Midwife

Job Title: Enrolled Midwife

Employer: District Service Commission Gomba
Duty Station: Mpigi, Uganda

Job Description:

Job Purpose
•To Provide dat to day midwifery nursing care service to patients

Qualifications:

•Must have an Enrolled Midwifery Certificate from a recognised institution
•Must be registered and licensed with Nurses and Midwives Council

How to Apply:
Applications in triplicate should be addressed to:

The Secretary,
District Service Commission Gomba,
P.O.Box 76,
Mpigi

Deadline: 13th March 2014

Administration Officer Jobs at University Research co., LLC in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Administration Officer- Fleet & Transport

Organisation: University Research co., LLC
Project Name: USAID SUSTAIN (Strengthening Uganda’s Systems for Treating AIDS Nationally) Project
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director of Operations

About URC SUSTAIN Project:
University Research Co., LLC (URC), a US-based public health organization working in Uganda since 2005, is implementing the USAID-funded Strengthening Uganda’s Systems for Treating AIDS Nationally (SUSTAIN) project. The project supports delivery of quality HIV prevention, treatment, care and laboratory services at selected regional referral and general hospitals. URC is seeking qualified candidates to fill a position of Finance Assistant based in Kampala.

Job Summary: The Administration Officer- Fleet & Transport will oversee the URC pool of project vehicles, ensuring efficient use of resources and coordinating field travel to hospitals across the country.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Develop weekly/monthly field travel schedules, coordinating between program staff and drivers to allocate use of vehicles
=In close consultation and under the guidance of the Director of Operations, manage the pool of vehicles including their maintenance.
=Ensure vehicles have valid insurance; drivers have valid permits:
=Ensure that insurance claims are processed in a timely;
=Guarantee maintenance and servicing is achieved in a timely manner
=Monitor vehicle log books on a weekly basis
=Supervise URC project drivers
=Keenly track of fuel card utilization for each vehicle and make monthly reconciliation of bills and vehicle records

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The prospective candidate should ideally hold a Bachelors Degree in Administration. Logistics Management or a related field
=At least two years’ fleet management experience, preferred with USAID-funded programs
=Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks
=Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
=Computer literacy skills i.e. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel,Outlook).

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their cover letter, updated curriculum vitae, copies of academic credentials and contact information for 3 professional references in the subject line addressed to:
Human Resource & Administration Coordinator,
University Research Co., LLC - Centre for Human Services,
Plot 7 Ntinda View Crescent, Naguru P.O Box 28745 Kampala, Uganda

E-mail: hr-uganda@urc-chs.com (Not more than 3MB)

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Deadline: 3rd March 2014 by 5:00 pm

Senior Finance Assistant Job Vacancy at Qatar Airways (QA) in Entebbe, Uganda

Job Title: Senior Finance Assistant

Organisation: Qatar Airways (QA)
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

About QA:
Qatar Airways has gradually grown to reaching over 120 destinations worldwide, offering unmatched levels of service excellence that have helped excel the award-winning carrier to become best in the world. Qatar Airways was voted Airline of the Year 2011 and in 2012 in the prestigious Skytrax industry audit and it has won the confidence of the travelling public.
Air travel has reached the point where it is now taken for granted in all corners of the globe. With a larger number of passengers and more choice available in the skies today, Qatar Airways is looking to maintain and grow their position in the marketplace with exceptional high-quality service with ever-increasing efficiency. In this highly competitive environment, Qatar Airways has achieved much with our phenomenal route expansion averaging 30% growth year to year and flying one of the most modern fleet of almost 120 aircraft in the skies today. Qatar Airways’ global network currently spans key business and leisure destinations across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America, with scheduled flights operating to and from our hub in Doha, capital of the State of Qatar.

Job Summary: The Senior Finance Assistant will mainly be responsible for the verification and accounting of cash/card/invoice receipts, sales, refunds, deposits, customer reconciliation & set off, Credit card receipt/chargeback monitoring/credit control etc in line with QR policies and IAPs. The incumbent will also be responsible for preparation and accounting of journal vouchers as per IAP; timely sending of documents to outsourced centers and immediate escalation of the exceptions if any etc. The incumbent needs to ensure QR compliance with Uganda Tax Laws and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·The ideal Qatar Airways Senior Finance Assistant should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce/Economics from a reputed university.
·At least two years’ accounting experience within Uganda in a similar capacity, with  good working knowledge of operational and financial procedures.
·The candidate should also have exposure and experience in any major ERP (ideally with Oracle) with a good working experience on spreadsheets.
·Possess the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
·Language proficiency i.e. proficiency in both spoken and written English is required.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who desire to join Qatar Airways as the Senior Finance Assistant are invited to Apply through out e-recruitment website. Please remember to attach the the following: an updated Resume / CV, copy of Highest Education Certificate and recent copy of Passport

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Deadline: 4th March 2014