Project Officer at Amref Health Africa in Uganda

Job Title: Project Officer

Employer: Amref Health Africa

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 27 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with all relevant stakeholders, to implement community-based Heath Management Information Systems (HMI S) linked to existing Ministry of Health systems, facilitate usage and ensure a solid records management systems;
• Increase community participation in MCH/SRH and other relevant integrated health area activities using established structures and civil society partnerships; and
• Liaise with District Health Teams to promote, review/ develop track and use health indicators in health system planning and identify best practices that can be translated into scale-up activities.
Capacity Development
• Work with all relevant stakeholders to address training, especially in VHT and capacity-building needs and deliver i relevant interventions to the beneficiaries in the project areas;
• Liaise with the district health officials to assess health facility infrastructure needs with regard to MCH/SRH provision and plan for the provision of those within the project work plan and budget;
• Work with the District Health Team to educate VHTs and beneficiaries on MCH/SRH activities including referral systems;
 • Develop appropriate IEC and other behavior change communication materials in coordination with ACP, District Health Teams, and other Behavioral Scientist and ensure appropriate translation into local languages, distribution, and utilization; and
• Liaise with district local government to train TBAs communities, health workers, and VHTs on strategies to improve MCH/SRH activities and ensure quality data collection in partnership with project M and E Officer. MoonniittoorrpinegrftrmEavnaceluaticn indicators and progress against milestones. Research and Documentation
• Participate in conducting research and documentation of best practices and lessons learnt;
• Collection of human interest stories; and Dissemination. Any other tasks Represent the project manager on duties outside the district e.g., planning meetings, workshops, NGO Forum Meetings

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Health related field or Social Sciences MCH/SRH implementation, management, design and planning. Demonstrated initiative and attention to detail;
• Excellent computer skills including word, Excel, Outlook, Power Good interpersonal  
• Excellent Oral skills; and written communication.

How to Apply:

Please send an updated CV including three work related referees and cover letter addressed to the Human Resources Manager, Amref Health Africa in Uganda through jobs.amrefugandae  arring. Emails should not exceed 2MB. The closing date for submitting applications is Tuesday January 27, 2015 at 5 pm. Those who earlier applied for the position of Deputy Country Director may not need to re-apply. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Qualified Women are highly encouraged to apply

Project Manager Jobs in Uganda at Amref Health Africa

Job Title: Project Manager

Employer: Amref Health Africa

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 27 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that Amref Health Africa's projects in the districts of operation have a clear strategy and operational guidelines that are aligned to Uganda Country programme;
• Coordinate the development and implementation of high quality projects that are consistent with Amref Health Africa's core mission, values and principles;
• Spend time in the field to ensure that the assigned portfolio of work is integrated within the districts and within the country programme and that project experiences are consistently documented, widely shared and utilized for evidence-based advocacy at the local and national level;
• Improve the visibility/credibility of Amref Health Africa in the districts of operation, among communities, donors and government structures and to ensure prudent management of and quality reporting on activities and budgets;
• Liaise and network with relevant Amref Health Africa partners and collaborators to improve Amref Health Africa's visibility, coordination of activities and promotion of shared advocacy agenda;
• Represent Amref Health Africa at fora at local level that are relevant to the Foundation's work at the local level and provide relevant feed to and from relevant partners;
• Organize and participate in steering committee meetings and other relevant for a Quality Assurance — Continuous quality improvement on the project; and
• Contribute to development of concept papers and proposals. Accountability & Human Resource Management Manage the usage of all resource savailable to the assigned that complies with the policies.
Monitoring and evaluation
• Manage the planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities of the various projects in the district;
• Contribute to the change management and strategic growth of the Uganda country programme by keeping the Country Director informed of developments and issues of interest to Amref Health Africa;
• Collect and analyze data to facilitate quality planning and the development of indicators to measure project impact; and
• Establish and maintain regular systems of project monitoring and evaluation in close collaboration with projects' staff and other relevant stakeholders.
Capacity and team building of professional growth;
• Supervise all staff at the field stations of Operation
• Mentorship and coaching of staff.
Reporting Ensureprudent management of and quality reporting on activities and budges.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• A degree in Social Sciences, Health, related field. Post graduate training in Public this desirable; and
• Additional training TB Malaria and HIV AIDS are desirable.
• At least 5 years' experience in HIVAIDS and Reproductive Health, preferably in an NGO environment; and
• Experience in managing community health development
• Health strategy development, resource e mobilization and proposal writing; Interpersonal and
• Strong team leader and player;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent networking and organizational skills;
• Strong project and people management skills;
• Willingness and ability to work in Luwero on full-time basis and to travel to all projects areas fora minimum of 75% of his/ her time; • Excellent listening skills combined with an eye for details and the ability to see the bigger picture;
• A clear thinker with strong conceptual and analytical skills and the capacity to weigh options and to make informed strategic choices;
• A personal commitment to Amref Health Africa's values;
• A high degree of integrity and credible work ethics; and
• Result-oriented and able to balance conflicting priorities and to produce high quality results under tight deadlines.

How to Apply:

Please send an updated CV including three work related referees and cover letter addressed to the Human Resources Manager, Amref Health Africa in Uganda through jobs.amrefugandae  arring. Emails should not exceed 2MB. The closing date for submitting applications is Tuesday January 27, 2015 at 5 pm. Those who earlier applied for the position of Deputy Country Director may not need to re-apply. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Qualified Women are highly encouraged to apply

Deputy Country Director Jobs in Uganda at Amref Health Africa

Job Title: Deputy Country Director

Employer: Amref Health Africa

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 27 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Country Director in defining Amref Health Africa-Uganda's overall strategy, develop clear operational plans for execution, and continually identify opportunities for Amref Health Africa to add value and maximize impact.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the health landscape in Uganda and the Ministry of Ffealth's key priorities and challenges.
• Maintain appropriate bi-directional communication with Amref Health Africa headquarters to ensure that Amref Health Africa's strategic directions are being fully leveraged
• Develop and manage program, activities, and budgets in collaboration with program and support staff.
• Oversee Amref Health Africa's RMNCH„ TB/HIV/Malaria, WASH and e-learning programs, including the management of several staff members, development of relationships with key relevant government partners, donor agencies, and other and international stakeholders.
• Provide technical and managerial oversights for the development and implementation of a comprehensive program strategy and work plan.
• Plan, manage and execute specific programmatic initiatives, such as the emergency responses and clinical and outreach rograms.
• Develop and implement facilitative supervision and ensure that field staff gets onsite training, coaching and mentoring to improve quality of services renderingto target beneficiaries.
• Manage the individual performance of the staff under program management, ensuring that their performance is aligned to the strategic business plan of Amref Health Africa.
• Work closely with Ministry of Health officials; coordinate and collaborate with top-management officials of MoH and other line ministries and other agencies related to the program
• Discuss plans and strategies with different stakeholders to ensure proper understanding of the projects concepts, timeline and reporting
• Identity research topics and provides technical oversights for the design and implementation of applied researches, and use evidence for future programing and improving quality.
• Spearhead institutional and unrestricted fundraising efforts and and management of relationships with existing and potential all programme reports, assessing quality of the programmes and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

 • Minimum of a first degree in Medicine (MD) and a Masters degree in public health (MPH) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in a senior leadership role working with international non-governmental organizations (NG0s) or at a similar level
• Ability to manage a complex health projects and experience in working with multidisciplinary and cultural teams
• Experience in Amref's strategic directions notably on health system strengthening, human resource for health, RMNCH, TB/HIV/Malaria, and WASH program design, quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience in new business development, donor relation management, networking, and relation building.
• Past experience of team building, leading and developing a team of senior staff with different backgrounds and expertise.
• Proven experience in program development and good knowledge of relevant government offices, donors and private sectors
• Proven Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward.
• Hands on skills and expertise in planning, financial and budget management as well as people management.
• An overall understanding of operational, financial and support services management processes.
• Communicate effectively in English orally and in writing
• Excellent computer and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethics, flexibility, and high level of integrity.

How to Apply:

Please send an updated CV including three work related referees and cover letter addressed to the Human Resources Manager, Amref Health Africa in Uganda through jobs.amrefugandae  arring. Emails should not exceed 2MB. The closing date for submitting applications is Tuesday January 27, 2015 at 5 pm. Those who earlier applied for the position of Deputy Country Director may not need to re-apply. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Qualified Women are highly encouraged to apply

Internal Audit Assistant Careers at Britania Allied Industries Ltd in Uganda

Job Title: Internal Audit Assistant

Employer: Britania Allied Industries Ltd

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducting Internal Control evaluation and risk assessment to identify loopholes and areas requiring management intervention to prevent frauds, embezzlements, misappropriations, misuse and wastage and ensuring that objectives of the organization are achieved economically, efficiently and effectively;
• Assist in the preparation of special reports when asked for by the management on various aspects of financial management, including asset management and security, financial reporting, decision support systems, management Information systems;
• Facilitating in undertaking periodic reviews and annual audit of financial transactions as per the organization requirements.
• Assisting the finance department in preparation SOPs in critical areas like meeting financial obligations under procurements and the process itself. Specifying internal checks including preaudit checks, adherence to policies procedures and compliance with rules, laws and regulations to ensure that payments to suppliers and other entities are made by them in accordance with the stipulated guidelines
• Ensuring that systems exist for generation of accurate and reliable financial and other Information;
• Prepares, analyzes and reconciles and conducts verification regarding accounts being examined.
• Conducts surprise cash counts on company funds as required
• Gathers, verifies and analyses monthly sales reports, contracts and other related documents
• Conducts system review to assess its effectiveness and efficiency and recommends necessary actions to improve deficient conditions
• Witnesses inventory taking of company’s fixed assets and supplies on quarterly and annual basis.
• Submits audit observations and recommendations to the supervisor for review and evaluation.
• Conducting any other related tasks that may be assigned by the management

Qualifications and experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’ Degree in one of these fields: Accounting, Finance, Audit, Economics, Commerce or Business Administration
. • Audit experience of between 1 – 3 years is required
• At least 2 years’ experience in accounting
Skills and competencies:
• The candidate should have skills and ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommend solutions.
• Should have good interpersonal skills, excellent communication and report writing skills and should have the ability to work independently.
• He/ she should have working knowledge of IT systems and MS office especially Excel.

How to Apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should submit letters of application specifying their field of study together with a C.V, contact number (s), copies of relevant certificates, names and details of three references to the undersigned not later than 30th January 2015.
The Human Resource Manager Britania Allied Industries Ltd. P.O Box 7158, Kampala

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Executive Director at Uganda Network of AIDS Service Organizations (UNASO)

Job Title: Executive Director

Employer: Uganda Network of AIDS Service Organizations (UNASO)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The overall responsibility of the Executive Director entails providing overall strategic leadership,
• Direction and managing strategic initiatives and resources of UNASO; and
• Positioning UNASO as a leading coordinator of AIDS service organizations, provider of various programmes and services in its sector in line with the UNASO Strategy and policy directions from the Board of Directors.
• The ED manages human resources and is responsible for overseeing the effective implementation of the organizational strategic plan, policies and improving systems including human resource management and development.
• She/he reports to the Board of UNASO and therefore is responsible for all the organization’s assets and programme success.

How to apply:

Please seek for detailed job description and person specifications from recruitment@unaso. or.ugunaso@unaso.or.ug, or visit the website at www.unaso.or.ug. Send your CV and motivation letter to recruitment@unaso.or.ug and unaso@unaso.or.ug, No hard copies will be accepted.

We thank you for taking interest in Uganda Network of AIDS Service Organisations (UNASO) however, if you do not hear from us four weeks after 30th January 2015, consider yourself not successful.

Uganda Network of AIDS Service Organisations (UNASO) is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from committed qualified persons from all sections of the Ugandan community.

Physical Address:

Plot: 190 Old Kiira Road Ntinda

Email: unaso@unaso.or.ug

P.O. Box 27346 Kampala

Tel: 0414-274730

Website: www.unaso.or.ug

Business Development Manager Jobs in Uganda at ABC Capital Bank Ltd

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Employer: ABC Capital Bank Ltd

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 23 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enhancement of wallet share for every client.
• Direct and through references, enhancement of business.
• The incumbent will enhance sales in all third party products for fee based earning.
• In charge of preparing & implementing sales plan/activities to acquire, expand and retention profitable relationships
• Identifying and evaluating potential customers’ financial and service needs and recommend product/service offerings in liaison with Product Development Manager.
• Identifying and developing new profitable business relationship.
• Ensure timely planning and implementing campaigns for sales promotions

Key Performance Indicators:
• Growth in Balance Sheet and P&L of the Bank as per budget.
• Growth in new customers
• Customer retention growth

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal applicant for the ABC Capital Bank vacancy should hold a University Degree preferably in Marketing or Business Management
• A minimum of six or more years of proven experience and track record in banking, 4 of which should be in management role.
• Excellent sales record in the delivery of business targets.
• Has working knowledge of operations, processes and credit.
• Possess excellent communication skills both written and speaking
• Sales and negotiating skills
• Team building and leadership skills
• Customer Service skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‐solving skills
• Proven planning, co‐ordination and time management skills
• Computer literacy skills in word –processing, presentations and statistical analysis
• Well versed with KYC/AML compliance requirements
• Well versed in the Banks products

How to Apply:

All qualified and interested candidates should send at most a 2-paged cover lettercover letter, updated CV, copies of your academic certificates and transcripts to: The Executive Director, ABC Capital Bank Limited, P.O. Box 21091, Kampala, Uganda.  Tel+256414245200
E-mail to: hr@abccapitalbank.co.ug

NB: We appreciate all applicants for showing interest in working with us, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please clearly indicate the position you have applied for.

Careers at Thoughtworks - Financial Analyst

Job Title:   Financial Analyst

Employer: Thoughtworks

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage profitability and commercial awareness of client engagements.
• Manage finance/commercial needs of office locations.
• Serve as the finance liaison with Market Leadership teams.
• Work in liaison with the Pan Africa Finance Manager to identify/fill gaps in PA operations.
• Collaborate with Global Finance team to develop best practices and processes.
• Support in tax preparation of PA business.
• Render ad-hoc support to the PA Leadership Team, PA Operation Leads and Global Controller.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The candidate should hold a master’s degree in Finance or Accounting or a fully qualified member of any one of the Accounting bodies such as CPA, ACCA.
• At least five years’ experience in financial management.
• Computer literacy i.e. Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Word)
• Past experience in the use of Finance management systems and tools
• Possess the ability to utilize technology to create focused management information
• A positive, can-do attitude and the proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to an ever changing business environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and writing.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Ability to drive and deliver set results.
• Ability to lead, work with and through teams.
• Ability to pursue high standards of excellence in line with agreed policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify and appreciate the values, concerns and feelings of others.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and organize.
• Ability to change plans in light of new information or the demands of changing circumstances.
• Added Advantage
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft financial management software.
• Past experience working with a multinational company or international NGO.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications by click  Apply Now.
Please upload the following in your application; an updated CV / resume should include your contact information and three work related references and a one page statement describing your suitability for the role should be included.

Supply Chain Management Advisor Careers at IntraHealth International in Uganda

Job Title: Supply Chain Management Advisor

Requisition Number: 14-0074

Employer: IntraHealth International

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Offer technical leadership and expertise to the project to address bottlenecks and related supply chain difficulties.
• In charge of building the local capacity to track inventories of essential items and complete re-supply requests in a timely and accurate manner.
• Actively collaborate with private and public sector commodity suppliers as well as USAID-funded mechanism on supply chain issues.
• Build local capacity for quantifications and forecasting of medicines, supplies, and other health commodities.
• Strengthen timely ordering, distribution, stock management and rational use of commodities at service delivery points per MOH guidelines.
• Offer technical guidance to improve record keeping, timely reporting and accountability for medicines, supplies and other health commodities for HIV and MNCH.
• Strengthen district capacity to routinely monitor and supervise medicine and commodity management at district and facility level.
• Actively coordinate with other project team members to carry out the above functions.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate should hold a Master’s degree in public health or a related field.
• At least five years of mid-level or senior experience in technical expertise and theoretical and practical knowledge in the following areas: health commodities logistics and management, supply chain systems, health systems.
• A minimum of  three years’ experience successfully working with the Ministry of Health and other key stakeholders in Uganda, and preferably in Karamoja.
• Past exposure and experience working on projects supported by United States Government is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the challenges impacting health service delivery in Karamoja.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Fluency in a local language is an advantage.
• The applicant must be a Citizen or permanent resident of Uganda.

Personal Competencies:
1. Innovation: Develops new, better or significantly different ideas, methods, solutions or initiatives within your role that result in improvement of IntraHealth's performance and meeting objectives, results and global commitments.
2. Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for all work activities, research and personal actions and decisions; follows through on commitments and focuses on those activities that have the greatest impact on meeting measurable high quality results for IntraHealth's success. Exercises ethical practices, respectful words and behaviors, and equitable treatment of others in all activities.
3. Service Excellence: Knowledge of and ability to put into action customer service concepts, processes and techniques to access internal and/or external client needs and expectations and meet or exceed those needs and expectations through providing excellent service directly or indirectly.
4. Strategic Thinking: Applies organizational knowledge to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for IntraHealth while recognizing, anticipating and resolving organizational challenges. Ability to develop organization and industry-specific expertise and apply sound decision making processes to reach productive resolutions that translates strategy into actionable business plans.
5. Client Relationship Management: Knowledge and ability to determine and satisfy client needs (internally and externally) and maintain partnering and productive relationships during engagements, including influencing, communicating, presenting, facilitating, and managing new relationships.
6. Effective Communication (Oral and Written): Understands effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience; and receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join IntraHealth International’s USAID Project should Apply Online at the web link below.

Apply Now  https://rew22.ultipro.com/INT1028/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*4D1D320EE0749C83

Climate Change Project Assistant Careers at ACT Alliance in Uganda

Job Title: Climate Change Project Assistant

Employer: ACT Alliance

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 6 Feb 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the general coordination of the project strengthening local climate change advocacy - making local voices heard in the climate debate.
• Be responsible for the training modules for Climate Change/ DRR, including the preparation of in charge of training of communities, church leaders and ACT Forum Uganda member organizations in community-based DRR (CBDRR) skills, project cycle management, Vulnerability and Capacity Assessments, Community Action Planning, climate risk assessments.
• Work closely with and forge working relationships with different government departments, scientific institutions (e.g. meteorological offices and Universities), churches and faith- based civil society organizations on behalf of ACT Uganda Forum, when appropriate, to ensure a smooth linkage between ACT Uganda forum and other organizations on DRR and CCA related matters.
• Organize meetings and workshops to promote capacity building at both local and national level on climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• Ensure timely narrative and financial reporting.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The candidate should hold a good University degree in climate change related fields including natural resource management, water management, forestry management, land management, irrigation or rural development.
• Profound working experience in the field of Climate Change Adaptation, DRR and capacity building among communities and partners (preferably in the region)
• Past experience in implementing and coordinating donor funded projects, using PCM and participatory methods.
• Significant experience in working with faith based and affiliated organizations.
• Working knowledge of HAP I SPEAR principles and willingness to adhere to them
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and build relationships at all levels, taking into account cultural and language differences
• Show commitment, desire and experience in working in rural settings
• Possess excellent written and oral English; knowledge of Ateso, akaramajong or Kiswahili is an advantage.
• Excellent computer skills (Windows XP, spreadsheets, word- processing, databases and other programmes)

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should by sending their updated CVs and cover letter explaining their suitability for the post, including three work-related referees and copies of certificates via E-mail to: prak@dca.dk. Please clearly mark "ACT Project Assistant” in the subject field. Online attachments may not fill more than 2 MB.

Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer Careers in Uganda at MultiChoice Uganda Limited

Job Title:  Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer

Employer: MultiChoice Uganda Limited (DSTV Pay TV Provider)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 23 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development and implementation of the overall customer experience strategy as part of the CRM initiatives and take responsibility for the overall implementation of the churn reduction strategy and retention process;
• Own and build customer facing brands;
• Have the primary responsibility of ensuring customer relationship management, agency management, campaign testing etc;
• Design end to end customer experience standards and guidelines for the unit;
• Take full ownership of subscribers and coordinate all subscriber communications;
• Create oversight for end to end customer experience to ensure execution in line with defined standards;
• Manage forecasts demand by gathering all relevant data from the Channel Development & Relationship manager, Sales Team Leaders and other functions;
• Manage in-country stock into the warehouse and coordinate all stock delivery logistics; and
• Build, forge and maintain working relationships with existing partners in both formal and informal channels.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the In-Country General Manager

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate for the Pay TV Digital Provider job opportunity should preferably hold a University Degree in Business Marketing/ Sales or Communication and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration or any other related field from a recognized university; and
• At least five to ten years of senior Sales and Marketing/ Product Management experience in the TV, broadband or communications industries with experience in building consumer propositions and managing rights.
• Significant experience in implementing new and profitable growth strategies and launching new products;
• Good understanding of distribution delivery platforms and understanding on how to effectively use social media platforms for marketing and sales;
• Good knowledge and understanding of key trends and issues in the media industry;

How to Apply:

All qualified candidates should send their applications and curriculum vitae to: hr.s@ug.pwc.com.

Project Officer Agronomy Jobs at Samaritan's Purse in Uganda

Job Title: Project Officer Agronomy

Employer: Samaritan's Purse

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 23 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and advise farmers on sustainable agronomical practices
• Mentor and train direct project beneficiaries
• Actively mobilise community for training sessions.
• Conduct training for beneficiaries.
• Develop good working relationship with churches and key project stakeholders
• Ensure exemplary spiritual conduct both during activities implementation and while off duty in the communities with the project area.
• Write and submit periodic reports to the project manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Agriculture, extension, development studies or related fields.
• The applicants should be mature, qualified and experienced national staff with a minimum of three years’ experience in Agriculture projects activities.
• Possess practical experience in addition e.g. agronomic practices; community work, good report writing and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience in Agronomy including kitchen Gardening.
• Past experience in crop post-harvest technologies.
• Two or more years’ experience in agriculture extension and training of farmers.
• The incumbent will be responsible for implementation WRAP activities in the designated project areas.
• He/She will support the project in providing technical advisory services to all the refugee farmers to enable them practice modern sustainable crop cultivation to enhance their food security.
• S/he will support in implementing project activities in line with the approved work plans and also provide monitoring to assess progress against agreed objectives. S/he should possess a current riding license of class ‘A’ for motorcycles.
• Working knowledge of the local language will be an added advantage.
• S/he will be based in Kamwenge but should be willing to travel extensively and spend nights in the field.
• All applicants must be strong Christians and agree with and uphold the values and objectives of the organization to be considered for this position. Hands-on experience in Agronomy including kitchen Gardening.
• Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Office)
• Able to ride clutch motorcycle with Valid licence
• Knowledge of Runyakitara, Swahili and Rufumbira.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications by click Apply Now
Please upload the following in your application; an updated CV / resume should include your contact information and three work related references and a one page statement describing your suitability for the role should be included.

Economics Advisor Jobs at United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Uganda

Job Title: Economics Advisor

Employer: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 28 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Thorough compilation, analysis and interpretation of economic and statistical data relevant to country’s development assets, opportunities and constraints, and preparation of top quality relevant socio-economic briefs/reports;
• Development, delivery and mainstreaming into national development initiatives of specific policy instruments and services, notably NLTPS, NHDRS, PRS and PRSPs;
• In charge of the identification of areas for UNDP support and interventions;
• Provision of expert advice on formulation and adjustments of UN/UNDP programmes and projects (including UNDAFs, CPDs, and CPAPs) based on sound economic analysis;
• Regularly reviews and disseminates best practices and lessons learnt from implementation of projects and programmes with a view to strengthening the upstream orientation within UNDP.
• Collects, analyses and syntheses macro-economic, MDG and SDGs related information and best practices, paying attention to the gender and capacity development aspects, and proposes policy options to relevant government departments;
• Provides high-quality development advice to RR/RC in policy dialogue with host government, UN System and other strategic partners on economic issues, most notably in relation to pro-poor economic growth and achievement of the MDGs, with the Government, donors, civil society, and the private sector;
• Actively contributes to alternative policy advice through the preparation, launch and follow-up of national HDRs;
• Organizes capacity development opportunities for programme countries, including support to UN staff and Government officials in the formulation of MDG-based policies, plans and programmes, including appropriate macroeconomic, fiscal and medium term expenditure frameworks;
• Stays abreast with regional and global economic trends and issues and analyse their implications for the realization of the MDGs in Africa;
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice, including the development of tools for needs assessments and policy analysis, in close collaboration with UN agencies, the IFIs and other development partners;
• Works closely with the Bureau for Development Policy, the Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery, to provide guidance and support on MDG-related issues to the Deputy Regional Director, PSD/RBA.
• Identify entry points to development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs, particularly in relation to the MDGs and SDGs, and donors’ priorities;
• In charge of analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation;
• Keenly track the changes in aid effectiveness/development cooperation environment and external resource management matters and assists Government and UN/UNDP in resource mobilization to meet the MDGs through, among other things, preparation of documentation for donor and consultative meetings;
• Building and growing of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs, particularly in relation to the MDGs, and donors’ priorities.
• Advocacy for the Millennium Development Goals and post 2015 Agenda, human development and equitable economic growth by participating in relevant forums, conferences and trainings;
• Actively monitoring of poverty reduction and progress towards the achievement of the MDGs leading to management of the production and launch of economic and MDG-related reports/publications;
• Substantive contribution to knowledge exchanges through the RBA Economists e-network.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate for the UN Job vacancy should hold a Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, with strong emphasis on macro-economic and other quantitative skills, development economics, and  economic planning.
• At least ten years of post Master’s relevant experience at the national or international level;
• Substantial experience with poverty reduction strategy processes in developing country contexts and awareness of MDGs related policy matters and aid effectiveness issues;
• Extensive experience in research and policy-level analysis, including in formulation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and development programmes/projects;
• Demonstrated experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and advanced programmes for statistical analysis of data.
• Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise to meet job demands;
• Possesses extensive knowledge of economic development issues and familiarity with major macro-economic policy issues and models and the MDGs;
• Highly capable of applying economic theory to the specific country context;
• Demonstrates strong quantitative skills and the ability to carry out high quality economic research, including statistical analysis;
• Possesses proven ability to analyse from a global perspective, with the ability to offer practical policy advice on economic issues based on local realities;
• Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English; Knowledge of French would be an asset.

Personal Competencies:

• Corporate Responsibility & Direction: Serves and promotes the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of UNDP.
People Skills:
• Promotes a learning and knowledge sharing environment;
• Facilitates the development of individual and multi-cultural/team competencies.

Managing for Results:

• Plans and prioritizes work activities to meet Organizational goals;
• Strategic approach to problem solving.
Partnering & Networking:
• Builds and sustains relationships with key constituents (internal/external/ bilateral/ multilateral/public/private; civil society);
• Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP;
• Demonstrates ability to handle working relationships with senior officials, academics and technical experts.
Innovation & Judgment:

• Conceptualizes and analyzes problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate;
• Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations;
• Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviors.
Communication: Demonstrates outstanding communication skills, verbal and written, in English.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates who so desire to join the United Nations Development Programme, UNDP, in the aforementioned capacity should endeavor to Apply Online by Clicking on the link below. Please further review job requirements and if competent Click Apply Now.

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Marketing & Communications Officer at Hope Development Volunteers in Uganda

Job Title:  Marketing & Communications Officer

Employer: Hope Development Volunteers

Duty Station: Mukono, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements strategic marketing plans and sales plans and forecasts to achieve corporate objectives for products and services.
• Develops and manages sales/marketing operating budgets.
• Plans and oversees advertising and promotion activities including print, online, electronic media, and direct mail.
• Develops and recommends product and service positioning, packaging, and pricing strategy to produce the highest possible long-term market share.
• Achieves satisfactory profit/loss ratio and market share in relation to preset standards and industry and economic trends.
• Ensures effective control of marketing results, and takes corrective action to guarantee that achievement of marketing objectives falls within designated budgets.
• Manages and evaluates market research and adjusts marketing strategy to meet changing market and competitive conditions.
• Monitors competitor products and services, sales and marketing activities.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners.
• Guides preparation of marketing activity reports and presents to executive management.
• Establishes and maintains a consistent corporate image throughout all service lines, promotional materials, and events.
• Directs marketing forecasting activities and sets performance goals accordingly.
• Directs staffing, training, and performance evaluations to develop and control sales and marketing programs.
• Directs market channel development activity and coordinates sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals.
• Represents the organization at association meetings to promote our services and products.
• Meets with key clients, assisting sales representative with maintaining relationships and negotiating and closing deals.
• Actively coordinates liaison between sales department and other sales related units.
• Assists other departments within organization to prepare manuals and technical publications.
• Prepares periodic marketing and sales report showing volume, potential leads, and areas of proposed client base expansion.
• Regularly reviews and analyzes marketing performances against programs, quotes and plans to determine effectiveness.
• Directs product and service research and development.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The candidate should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Marketing or Business preferred with a minimum of two years related experience with progressive managerial responsibilities.
• Demonstrated in-depth sales and marketing techniques and financial principles.
• Possess the ability to communicate orally or in written form effectively with co-management, internal and external customers.
• Responsible, self-starter, punctual, independent worker & attention to detail
• Effective verbal & written communication skills
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, Power Point & Publisher)
• Graphic & web design skills a plus
• Excellent track record of success in senior marketing roles.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to spot original branding opportunities.
• Demonstrate the ability to anticipate and solve practical problems or resolve issues.

How to Apply:

Please submit your updated CV and cover letter to: jobs@govolunteerafrica.org

Careers at Save the Children - Senior Officer, Sponsorship Operations & Communications

Job Title: Senior Officer, Sponsorship Operations & Communications

Employer: Save the Children

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:

The Senior Officer, Sponsorship Operations and Communications will be responsible for managing sponsorship information effectively and efficiently in line with both local and international Save the Children sponsorship & quality standards. This job vacancy is also accountable for sponsorship communications and quality of sponsorship information & data.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Business Computing or related field.
• A minimum of two or more years working experience in development programmes of managing child sponsorship operations is essential.
• Past experience and skills in photo and video taking is an added advantage
• Past experience in database management is an added advantage.
• Excellent computer typing speed.
• Past experience of working with local partners and District Local Government in Child Rights Governance, Health, Nutrition, Education, HIV/AIDS or Child Protection is an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical skills and strategic planning abilities.
• Possess the ability to establish and maintain conducive collegial relations and perform effectively as a member of a team.
• Willingness to travel and work in hard-to-reach areas, occasionally under strenuous conditions.
• Computer literacy and excellent documentation skills are a must.
• Availability and willingness to work extra hours during times of humanitarian responses.
• Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Possess the ability to intervene with crisis management or troubleshooting as necessary.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
• Excellent time management and planning capacity.
• Availability and willingness to work extra hours during times of humanitarian responses.

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join the world’s largest Child-focused NGO, Save the Children International should send their application letters with detailed CVs indicating three professional referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors and send them to: uganda.recruitment@savethechildren.org

NB: Only online applications shall be considered. Testimonials/certificates should not be attached to applications.

Senior Program Officer Jobs in Uganda at WellShare International

Job Title:  Senior Program Officer, FP/HIV

Employer: WellShare International

Duty Station: Arua, Uganda

Application Deadline: 23rd Jan 2015

Job Description:

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides technical input/assistance related to family planning (FP) and HIV/AIDS; identifies areas for FP and HIV integration and creates FP/HIV linkages between the projects.
• In collaboration with Program Manager, works directly with, provides support to, and builds capacity of NGO sub-partners and district partners.
• Implements project monitoring and evaluation activities; oversees the M&E activities of subordinate staff.
• Coordinates field activities with SPO M&E and Program officer.
• Collaborates with project partners, district local governments, district health teams, and other stakeholders in implementation of project activities.
• Works closely with the Program Manager to plan, develop, and coordinate integrated family planning (FP) and HIV/AIDS activities in district.
• Supervises and mentors junior program staff, national interns/volunteers, and others engaged in FP and HIV/AIDS programmatic work.
• Steers the implementation of FP/HIV integration activities in district.
• Provides technical support and input on FP and HIV/AIDS to assure implementation of high quality program activities.
• Actively identifies areas for FP/HIV integration and creates FP/HIV linkages across WellShare’s projects in district.
• Provides day-to-day support and supervision to national interns/volunteers; serves as a mentor and career development resource for national interns/volunteers.
• Supports Program Manager to build capacity of CBO partners in district; monitors CBO activities and operations; coordinates CBO involvement in project activities; provides ongoing support supervision and technical assistance to CBOs.
• Ensures timely collection and collation of FP/HIV integration program data at district level and collaborates with SPO-M&E on project reporting.
• Helps the SPO M&E to carry out routine M&E activities related to the project in Arua district.
• Develops and adheres to approved project work plans; submits high-quality programmatic reports to the PM according to internal guidelines and deadlines.
• Develops training curricula and implements trainings for health facility staff, community health workers, CBO partners, and others.
• Works with program staff to implement IEC/BCC activities; assures quality of IEC/BCC messaging and delivery.
• Provides ongoing support supervision to community health workers.
• Sits on Family Planning Implementation Team (FPIT) and District HIV/AIDS Committee (DHAC) and other equivalent project committees in existence or formed.
• Liaises with district stakeholders to assure smooth coordination of FP and HIV/AIDS program activities within district.
• Prepares high-quality programmatic, administrative and financial reports and submits to Program Coordinator according to internal guidelines and deadlines.
• Monitors field activity budgets on a monthly basis, including submitting field activity funds requests to the Program Manager and/or Operations Manager.
• Adheres to organizational financial policies & procedures, including collecting and compiling valid receipts for all expenses, and submitting receipts in a timely manner.
• Maintains regular communications with the Program Manager and Operations Manager, and other program staff.
• Demonstrates transparency and accountability in all areas of work.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The Senior Program Officer must meet a level of qualification and exhibit a mix of skills and capabilities, including:
• Hold a BA in Development Studies, MPH preferred.
• A minimum of three years’ experience implementing a Community-Based Family Planning program and two year’ experience with HIV/FP integration at facility and/or community level.
• Proven technical knowledge in FP topics;
• A minimum of two years of prior FP project implementation experience essential, and demonstrated training experience.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge in HIV/AIDS topics;
• Past HIV/AIDS implementation experience essential.
• Good understanding and familiarity with the Uganda district health system, and past work experience in Northern Uganda or West Nile region preferred.
• Good understanding of best practices in community mobilization, sensitization, and education, and experience in application thereof.
• Prior experience with selection, recruiting, training and motivating community volunteers/VHTs.
• Experience implementing USAID-funded projects at community level desired.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality written documents, including reports to line managers, senior management, and project stakeholders.
• Past experience budgeting and planning and implementing M&E activities according to a project M&E plan.
• Excellent computer skills, including typing and advanced use of Microsoft Office products, email, and internet
• Proven leadership and/or supervisory experience.
• Possess the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Sensitivity to gender.
• Strong commitment to improve the health of the community.
• Possess the ability to work evenings and weekends in some instances.
• Fluency in English (written & spoken); proficiency in local language, preferably Madi, Lugbara or Alur.

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.

Executive Administrator Careers at Impact Management Solutions Africa in Uganda

Job Title:  Executive Administrator

Employer: Impact Management Solutions Africa

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline:30th Jan 2015

Job Description:

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively coordinate management meetings, create & distribute pertinent documentation including reports, minutes, agendas etc
• Prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, drafts and emails
• Maintain all calendars/diaries, schedule appointments and take responsibility for meeting room management and ensure that the Senior Manager is well prepared
• Offer timely & accurate operational support on behalf of the Manager to maintain day to day efficiencies in the office
• Develop/provide input to briefing notes, reports and presentations for external and internal communication

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicants should hold a Degree in Business Administration or related field
• At least four to five years working experience in a similar role
• Possess the ability to ‘get things done’ in a hands-on manner
• Excellent short hand and audio typing skills
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Possess excellent administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills including written, oral and presentation skills

How to Apply:

If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send an updated CV (PDF) only quoting the job title (Executive Administrator - Kampala) in the email subject to:  jobs@impactsolutionsafrica.com

Please don’t attach Certificates.

N.B: Impact Management Solutions Africa does not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interview. Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

Recruitment Division,
Impact Management Solutions Africa ltd,
P.O. Box 22152, Kampala, Uganda.
Tel:  +256 776 887373, +254 718 493160