Social Media Exective Job at Greenlight Planet in Kampala

Job Description

Vacancy title:
Social Media Executive

Jobs at:

Greenlight Planet

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala , East Africa

JOB DETAILS:
About the Organisation:
Greenlight Planet is a US venture-backed, award-winning social enterprise driven by a mission to empower under-electrified communities with access to clean and affordable solar lighting. To date, more than 3 million households in low-income off-grid communities use Greenlight's Sun King™ line of solar home lighting solutions..

Job Description:
The Call Centre Agent, Social Media will work closely with sales and marketing department in developing and implementing our social media strategy in order to increase our social media presence and improve our marketing and sales efforts. Recruitment for this position is part of a very special project called the Off-Grid Talent Initiative, run by Shortlist in partnership with UKAID and the Carbon Trust. If you are hired for the position, not only will you join your new company but you will also become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders’ Community. This includes mentorship, peer network support, online training and other exclusive resources, as well as follow up over the length of your contract. Apply today, begin a career in the renewable energy industry with your new company, and become a part of the OGTI
Clean Energy Leaders..

Key Responsibilities:
● Responding to customers regarding their Social Media messages to improve their experience with Sun King products and services
● Resolving customers’ product issues
● Following up on incoming leads and working on converting them to sales
● Adapting the brand voice and communicating with social media followers and customers through channels including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
● Providing excellent customer service with great attention to detail in both written and audio responses
● Offering advice and product knowledge to an engaged customer base
● Following up with customers through email and phone as needed
● Brainstorm campaigns
● Prepare reports based on analytic findings

Does this sound like you?

● Clear thinking/problem-solving ability
● Should be flexible, willing to stretch and achieve over and above base expectations
● Strong phone and verbal communication skills along with active listening

Years of experience: 0-2

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
If interested, please click here . Alternatively, you can copy and paste this link your browser to apply for the job: https://jobs.shortli.st/2FSrzKE 

Application Deadline: 17^th October 2020.

Customer Service Executive at Greenlight Planet in Kampala

 Vacancy title:

Customer Service Executive

Jobs at:

Greenlight Planet

JOB DETAILS:
About the Role:
Greenlight Planet is a US venture-backed, award-winning social enterprise driven by a mission to empower under-electrified communities with access to clean and affordable solar lighting. To date, more than 3 million households in low-income off-grid communities use Greenlight's Sun King™ line of solar home lighting solutions..

Job Description:
The Customer Service Executive will work closely with the Operations and Sales teams to serve existing and potential customers by providing product and service information while resolving product issues effectively.
Recruitment for this position is part of a very special project called the Off-Grid Talent Initiative, run by Shortlist in partnership with UKAID and the Carbon Trust. If you are hired for the position, not only will you join your new company but you will also become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders’ Community. This includes mentorship, peer network support, online training and other exclusive resources, as well as follow up over the length of your contract. Apply today, begin a career in the renewable energy industry with your new company, and become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders.

Key Responsibilities:
● Managing large amounts of inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner while following laid down procedures, guidelines, policies and “scripts”;
● Resolving product or service queries in a timely manner by identifying customer needs, clarifying information, analyzing cause and expediting resolution;
● Conducting product and service quality surveys with customers and recording feedback from time to time;
● Generating leads for the sales team by screening callers and identifying potential sales opportunities;
● Supporting the collection of payments by regularly contacting dormant and defaulting customers;
● Building repeat sales and retention through strong customer relationships by focusing on the customer wants and needs;
● Working with multiple sales teams and cross-functional teams seamlessly;

Does this sound like you?
Must-haves:
● Good communication skills with fluency in both written and spoken English
● Local language preferences -Lunyole, Lugbar, Ateso, Lumasaba, Alur, and Rukonju.
● Strong interpersonal skills
● Maximum 2 years experience in a similar role
● Basic Microsoft- Excel skills

Nice-to-haves:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Business-related courses - Sales, Marketing or Customer Service Management

Years of experience: 0-2

Job application procedure
If interested, please click here . Alternatively, you can copy and paste this link your browser to apply for the job: https://jobs.shortli.st/30404EL

Application Deadline: 17 October 2020.

 

Telesales Call Centre Agent at Greenlight Planet in Kampala

 

Job Description

Vacancy title:
Telesales Call Centre Agent

Jobs at:

Greenlight Planet

Deadline of this Job:
17 October 2020  

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, September 23, 2020, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About the Organisation:
Greenlight Planet is a US venture-backed, award-winning social enterprise driven by a mission to empower under-electrified communities with access to clean and affordable solar lighting. To date, more than 3 million households in low-income off-grid communities use Green light’s Sun King™ line of solar home lighting solutions..

Job Description:
Greenlight Planet is looking for an enthusiastic Telesales Representative to contribute in generating sales for their company. The candidate will be responsible for closing sales deals over the phone and maintaining good customer relationships.
Recruitment for this position is part of a very special project called the Off-Grid Talent Initiative, run by Shortlist in partnership with UKAID and the Carbon Trust. If you are hired for the position, not only will you join your new company but you will also become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders’ Community. This includes mentorship, peer network support, online training and other exclusive resources, as well as follow up over the length of your contract. Apply today, begin a career in the renewable energy industry with your new company, and become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders.

Key Responsibilities:
● Contacting potential or existing customers to inform them about a product or service using scripts
● Answering questions about products or the company
● Asking questions to understand customer requirements and close sales
● Direct prospects to the field sales team when needed
● Enter and update customer information in the database
● Take and process Product quantity in an accurate manner
● Handle grievances to preserve the company’s reputation
● Go the “extra mile” to meet sales quota and facilitate future sales
● Keep records of calls and sales and note useful information

Does this sound like you?
Desired Characteristics:
● Proven experience as telesales representative or other sales/customer service role
● Maximum two years experience in a similar role
● Proven track record of successfully meeting sales quota preferably over the phone
● Good knowledge of relevant computer programs (e.g. CRM software) and telephone systems
● Ability to learn about products and services and describe/explain them to prospects
● Excellent knowledge of English
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Cool-tempered and able to handle rejection
● Outstanding negotiation skills with the ability to resolve issues and address complaints
● Ability to remain calm under pressure
● Professional tone

Nice-to-haves:
● A Degree is a plus

Years of experience: 0-2

Job application procedure
If interested, please click here . Alternatively, you can copy and paste this link your browser to apply for the job: https://jobs.shortli.st/3kHuXH8 

Application Deadline: 17^th October 2020.

SAP Young Professional Program (Several Fresh Graduate N Jobs) at SAP in Kampala

 

Job Title:   SAP Young Professional Program (Several Fresh Graduate N Jobs)

Organisation: SAP  

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda 

About US:

SAP started in 1972 as a team of five colleagues with a desire to do something new. Together, they changed enterprise software and reinvented how business was done. Today, as a market leader in enterprise application software, we remain true to our roots. That’s why we engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality and spread opportunity for our employees and customers across borders and cultures.

SAP values the entrepreneurial spirit, fostering creativity and building lasting relationships with our employees. We know that a diverse and inclusive workforce keeps us competitive and provides opportunities for all. We believe that together we can transform industries, grow economics, lift up societies and sustain our environment. Because it’s the best-run businesses that make the world run better and improve people’s lives.

About the Young Professional Program:

The Young Professional Program is a free initiative delivered by the SAP Training and Development Institute. The program, which lasts for 3 months, is designed to give recent graduates the certifications and soft skills required to begin a career as an SAP Associate Consultant. At the end of the training, SAP TDI will work very closely with the YPP graduates to introduce them to a host of opportunities with SAP customers and partners to work as an SAP

Job Summary:  The role of an SAP Consultant can be divided into 2 functions: Functional and Technical. This program will be training Functional Consultants within SAP Functional Consultants work with customers to understand their business requirements and translate them to detailed technology solutions. 

Certification Information

This program will be training you to become a Functional Consultant within:

Business Process Integration with SAP S/4 HANA

https://training.sap.com/certification/c_ts410_1909-sap-certified-application-associate---business-process-integration-with-sap-s4hana-1909-g/

SAP Activate Methodology

https://training.sap.com/certification/c_activate12-sap-certified-associate---sap-activate-project-manager-g/

How you benefit:

·        Start your journey to become an SAP Consultant;

·        Gain globally-recognised associate-level SAP Certifications;

·        Learn directly from SAP experts;

·        Experience classroom and workshop-based training in SAP Technologies;

·        Develop the soft skills needed to prepare you for successful job applications;

·        Benefit from introductions to job opportunities within the SAP Ecosystem to help secure a position after the training. Please note this program does not guarantee you a job at the end of it.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·        Candidates must have the legal right to work in Uganda;

·        The ideal candidates must be currently unemployed or employed in a part time/non-permanent role not related to career aspirations;

·        Candidates must be educated to at least Bachelor level in a field related to Business Administration / Management Information Systems / Industrial Engineering / Finance / Accounting/ Information Systems/ Information Technology;

·        Candidates will preferably have graduated within the last 3 years with a GPA in the top quartile – proof of this may be requested;

·        Candidates must have a keen interest in starting an SAP-related career involving travel;

·        Candidates should be fluent in English, both written and spoken;

 

The program will commence mid- November 2020 and full-time availability from 9am – 6pm from Monday - Friday throughout the training period is essential. The Program will last for 3 months. Due to the spread of Coronavirus this training will take place online in a virtual live classroom format. Please ensure you have strong enough internet at home to be able to participate in this program.

What we Offer:

Success is what you make it. At SAP, we help you make it your own. A career at SAP can open many doors for you. If you’re searching for a company that’s dedicated to your ideas and individual growth, recognizes you for your unique contributions, fills you with a strong sense of purpose, and provides a fun, flexible and inclusive work environment – apply now.

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below.  Please share an English version of your resume while applying for this program

 

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Country Director Job at Farm Africa in Kampala

 

Job Title:        Country Director

Organisation:  Farm Africa

Duty Station:   Kampala, Uganda with significant national travel and some international travel

Location: Kampala, Uganda with significant national travel and some international travel

Duration & hours: Three year full-time, fixed-term contract

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000, plus benefits package

Reports to: Director of Operations and Business Development

About US:

Farm Africa is a leading international NGO specialising in Agriculture, Natural Resource Management and Market Engagement. Headquartered in London, Farm Africa has an operational presence in Uganda, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and DRC. The organisation has a steadily growing project portfolio in Uganda, with an annual operating budget of over £1.5m / $1.9m.

 

Our strategy has three pillars: agricultural expertise, management and preservation of ecosystems, and the power of business to drive prosperity. We focus on identifying, developing and sharing technically adept and market-orientated agricultural and natural resource management practices so that rural communities can sustainably produce more, and generate more income. We also help rural communities to manage their natural resources sustainably so that they can withstand climate change challenges and shocks and generate a steady income for the future. Farm Africa works in partnership with rural communities, governments, local and international organizations, and the private sector to innovate, learn and share best practices for maximum impact of our projects.

Purpose of the Role: The Country Director (CD) position is a key role in the Farm Africa global senior management team which comes together every quarter to share progress and review the strategic direction of the organisation. In country he/she will set the strategic direction of the Uganda country programme in line with Farm Africa's global strategy and Uganda's national development plans. The CD will play a pivotal in driving donor and partner relationships and funding opportunities; and ensuring a healthy pipeline for the country programme that both builds on existing initiatives and expands our technical and geographic presence.

On day to day basis the CD will also lead, manage and provide practical guidance to the programme delivery, finance and country office teams. In particular, the CD will support the Programme Manager in the setting and delivering of project goals; ensuring quality and timely delivery of project outputs, and long-term achievement of project outcomes; and reporting. He/she will also be responsible for ensuring staff, volunteers and beneficiaries are safeguarded; building the technical capacity of the programme team; and ensuring that teams are aware of and are using key Farm Africa tools (Programme Management Tool, Monitoring and Learning Plans, Budget Management Reporting Tool). The CD will drive excellence in technical design ensuring projects are designed where possible based on Farm Approaches papers.

Externally the Country Director is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with senior counterparts in partner governments, donors and private sector and raising the profile of Farm Africa's work carried out in country.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

The key responsibilities of the Country Director are:

To set the strategic direction of the programme in Uganda and ensure a healthy programme pipeline

·        Set the strategic direction for the FA Uganda programme based on the FA mission and values, and aligned with technical approaches developed within the organisation

·        Develop innovative programmes that build on our core competencies of Agriculture (including livestock), Natural Resource Management and Market Engagement.

·        Work with the Business Development team to develop a proactive funding strategy based on the donor opportunities

To be the key contact for new business for the Business Development team in the UK. Responsible for feeding into the pipeline and keeping team in UK up to date with progress as well as soliciting their help and advice on identifying opportunities

·        Identify and develop new opportunities for Farm Africa to assist our core communities of farmers and forest communities through grant funding, private sector partnerships, commercial contracts and consultancies

·        Play a hands-on role in technical project design and preparing proposals for submission, in close collaboration with other country programmes and relevant departments in London (especially the Business Development).

·        Oversee development of high-quality, accurate, budgets to accompany funding proposals with a minimum of 15% cost recovery.

·        Be a champion for evidence-based results across the portfolio, supporting teams to generate credible evidence and reflect on how to achieve excellence, representing lessons learned, and ensuring the future direction of the programme builds towards feeding into policy

To ensure excellent in programme management and delivery

·        Ensure that Farm Africa's projects attain the highest standards of delivery, effectiveness and value for money and are delivered in accordance with Farm Africa and Donor policies and contractual obligations.

·        Ensure that key project management tools are being used by the team to guide timely high- quality project delivery

·        Ensure a 100% burn rate against approved budgets and a minimum of 15% cost recovery across the Uganda programme

·        In close collaboration with the global programmes leadership, be responsible for the programme cycle in Uganda from beginning to end - and in particular deliver excellent in contract management, project delivery and compliance processes

·        Partner management, and in particular partner due diligence, ensuring appropriate contracting mechanisms are in place and that partners are held accountable for delivering against them

·        Work closely with Farm Africa's head of monitoring and evaluation to ensure that strong M&E plans are in place, delivered against, and used to effectively, measure the impact of our work, improve project design and provide evidence to influence external stakeholders

To ensure that Farm Africa Uganda is operating efficiently, safely and in accordance with internal, legal and fiscal guidelines and frameworks

·        Oversee the annual budget development process - ensuring that internal budgets are accurate and aligned with contractual obligations

·        Ensure that cash flow for Uganda Programme is managed efficiently an in accordance with agreed guidelines and timetables

·        Ensure that all staff are trained in, and fully understand, all financial and operational processes and procedures and are operating in line with them

·        Ensure that the annual audit takes place, with key findings acted on as required

·        Ensure that Farm Africa is operating in accordance with applicable statutory and fiscal frameworks in Uganda

·        As overall Security Focal Point for Uganda keep the global SMT updated on any security issues as and when they arise

·        Ensure that appropriate Security Management Plans (SMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are embedded and adhered to in each field location; and updated as appropriate

Leadership and line management

·        Lead the Uganda team, with a particular focus on staff development and proactive performance management

·        Ensure that all staff are adhering to, and being managed in line with, Farm Africa's Staff Handbook, and that it is up to date and reflects current statutory obligations in Uganda

·        Ensure that the Ugandan team are fully conversant with their obligations and duties in relation to Farm Africa Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies

·        Responsible for the overall line management of the Uganda SMT, and ensuring Farm Africa's Performance Management approach (induction, probation, mid-term and annual reviews and one to ones) is in place and being cascaded through to all team members

·        Ensure that all new staff are inducted, and existing staff are re-trained on annual basis, on key policies and procedures including, in particular, the Farm Africa Code of Conduct and safeguarding policy.

Corporate leadership and organisational representation

·        As a key member of the FA senior management team, provide broader leadership across the organisation, contributing to the overall strategy and future growth

·        Ensure outstanding communication of programme information across the organisation, working closely with the other directors and senior managers on internal learning and knowledge management

·        Work closely with Farm Africa's head of monitoring and evaluation to develop knowledge products from our projects and externally showcase results

·        Working with the Programme Quality Team, lead our external influencing of policy and the dissemination of learning and knowledge in Uganda to ensure Farm Africa is seen externally as an expert in our chosen sectors of Agriculture, Natural Resource Management and Markets.

·        Build, strengthen and manage relationships with key stakeholders including donors, governments, private sector actors and other NGOs in Uganda and the wider region

·        Work with the communications and advocacy team to increase visibility and identify and maximise opportunities for media coverage of Farm Africa's work

·        Represent Farm Africa externally in Uganda and internationally, providing thought leadership and influence to help achieve our mission and goals

Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Director of Programmes.

·        These essential functions are not to be interpreted as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required. All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Essential education, qualifications & other knowledge

·        The applicant for the Farm Africa Country Director role must hold a Degree in a relevant discipline

·        A detailed understanding of the socio-political and economic climate and institutions in Uganda and the region

·        Country Director in an International NGO with a clearly evidenced proven track record of having made a strategic contribution to the organisation's aims and objectives

·        Strong track record in conceptualising and generating funding for new programmes both from, and in partnership with, a wide range of stakeholders including governments, institutional funders and private sector, governments and NGO's

·        Experience in programme design using tools such as theory of change and linear log frames, and designing M & E frameworks

·        High level of expertise in agriculture, agricultural economics, natural resource management or closely related field in a developing country context

·        Significant experience of managing operational teams in complex environments, including an in depth understanding of operational and delivery risks

·        Significant demonstrable experience of delivering rural development projects to time and budget in Sub Saharan Africa

·        Experience of working with multiple partners and stakeholders including grass roots communities, private sector, governments and NGOs

·        Proven track record as thought leader and influencer

·        Understanding of key gender dynamics and constraints in rural sub-Saharan Africa, and approaches to delivering changes in behaviours and attitudes in this area.

·        High intellectual capacity with strong analytical skills            

·        Mature and positive leader, able to manage and work in an international environment with strong inter-personal skills            

·        A pro-active creative thinker with demonstrable ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment              

·        Strong written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to engage with a wide variety of external and internal stakeholders      

·        Ability to prioritise and delegate a constant and demanding workload          

·        Strong people management skills, including an excellent understanding of team dynamics, and the ability to lead and motivate others            

·        Confident and competent with Microsoft Excel - with the ability to manage and develop complex budgets.       

·        Ability to motivate and develop individuals and teams for high performance              

·        An outstanding networker, able to build and maintain key relationships     

·        A team player 

·        A willingness to learn 

 

Desired education, qualifications & other knowledge

·        Experience as Country Director in Uganda

·        Knowledge of key donors in agriculture, climate change, resilience, market engagement.

·        Knowledge and experience of M4P approaches to development

·        Significant demonstrable experience of delivering projects to time and budget in Uganda

·        Commercial experience in agriculture in Sub Saharan Africa

Our Values

Investing in smallholder farming is the number one way to combat poverty in rural Africa. Farm Africa is a leading NGO specialising in growing agriculture, protecting the environment and developing businesses in rural Africa.

EXPERT. Deep expertise and insightful evidence-based solutions are at the heart of everything Farm Africa does.

GROUNDED. Positive change starts with Africa's people, so our experts work closely with local communities, engaging them in every level of decision-making.

IMPACTFUL. We take a long-term view so we can deliver lasting changes for farmers and their families.

BOLD. We model innovative new approaches and are not afraid to challenge strategies that are failing.

If you are interested in this role please visit the jobs page of our website for more information and details of how to apply www.farmafrica.org/jobs/jobs

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply please submit your CV and a covering letter that explains why your skills, qualifications and experience are relevant to the role to recruitment@farmafrica.org

Deadline: Monday 12 October 2020 by 9:00 am East Africa Time

NB: Farm Africa will not accept third party applications and recruitment consultants are respectfully asked not to get in touch with regards to this role

 

Chief Legal Officer & Company Secretary at True North

 Chief Legal Officer & Company Secretary  at True North

Description:

We are a retail bank with a Vision to be the market leader in advancing financial inclusion in Uganda. We service our one million plus customers through our national footprint which includes 42 branches, 13 rural services outlets, 10 mobile banking vehicles, a secure mobile phone banking platform and a total of 56 ATMs linked to over 423 Inter-Switch member partner banks. We are adept at technology innovation and take enormous pride in our 800 plus staff. The Chief Legal Officer & Company Secretary reports to the Managing Director

FULL  JOB DESCRIPTION 

Applying Instructions

To apply please e-mail application letter and CV to
hor@truenorthafrica.com

Quantity Surveyor at Krishna Construction Company Limited in Kampala Uganda

 Quantity Surveyor at Krishna Construction Company.

Description:

Reports: General Manager/Senior Quantity Surveyor
Purpose of the position;
Responsible for preparation of interim payment certificates, site record keeping measurement of work progress reporting.

Qualifications;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Building Economics or Quantity Surveying with at least 5 years working experience

Applying Instructions;

Email Application and copies of academic documents to

 basil@krishnaconstruction.com, copy to basilopolot@gmail.com. Applicants should be ready for immediate deployment

 

District System Strengthening Coordinator at Mott MacDonald

  District System Strengthening Coordinator at Mott MacDonald

Description:

Job Description:

The District Systems Strengthening Coordinator will be required to do the following:

In conjunction with the Key Advisers, National Performance Leads and the regional support teams the District System Strengthening Coordinator (DSSC) based in each SESIL-supported district will support the implementation of the District System Strengthening Coordinator at Mott MacDonald

district support package. The DSSCs will work closely with and through a range of district level stakeholders, adopting a coaching, mentoring and facilitation approach. The DSCCs will also work closely and support the District / Municipal Education officials to implement programme activities.
At the end of the programme, improved performance would be seen in:

 

*Raised standards of achievement in literacy and numeracy in grades 1-3

 

*Enhanced quality of experience for both pupils and teachers

*Sustained school-based staff development

*Improved school management

*Strengthened community involvement

Improved accountability.

=You will be embedded in each SESIL supported District to provide technical support for implementation of project activities involving mainly the districts support package. These officers will work closely with and through the District technical and political leadership.

 

=the purpose of which is to strengthen district education management systems in order to achieve better learning outcomes for boys and girls, particularly at the lower primary level.

=Provide day-to-day support for implementation of the District support package.

=Support and participate in activities pertaining to improving the performance of district education management and administration, in particular initiatives that support the strengthening of systems in:

*Prioritising: focussing on a small number of core priorities that offer the greatest potential for achieving better learning outcomes for all children.

*Using evidence: getting and using education performance data and information to monitor performance and drive improvement.

*Problem-solving: ability to adopt a problem-solving approach that identifies and analyses bottle-necks in performance

 

*Support and participate in activities in the following key areas of district education management and administration:

*District education planning, budget and resource allocation, including the distribution and allocation of teachers (deployment and transfers)

*District education office management routines of progress checks on priorities and follow-up actions

*District monitoring and supervision of primary schools, including school inspection

*Establishing literacy and numeracy benchmarks through which to measure learning outcomes

Candidate Specification

1. Required competencies and experience
2. Strong communication skills - ability to express ideas and information clearly and simply, both verbally and in writing. A high level of written and spoken English is essential.

3. Strong analytical skills – ability to investigate and understand constraints and bottle-necks

4. High levels of creativity and innovation – ability to develop and test new approaches to old problems

5. Leadership and team work – ability to support others through mentoring and coaching

6. Facilitation skills – ability to design, prepare and deliver training and consultation workshops

7. Sound understanding of Uganda’s education system, decentralisation and local government processes and practices.

Understanding of the concepts and principles of Managing for Results (or similar, e.g. Performance Management, Results Oriented Management, Deliverology)

Qualifications and experience:
1.

Relevant graduate (or postgraduate preferred) qualification in education preferred
Varied and recent experience of working in service delivery with, or in, local government, preferably in a performance improvement capacity.

This role involves travel to a number of schools, a motorbike is provided for work travel so a valid riding permit is required

Job Profile:

Cambridge Education has been appointed by the Department for International Development (DFID) as Managing Agent on the Uganda Strengthening Education Systems for Improved Learning (SESIL). SESIL seeks to impact on the equity and quality of measurable learning outcomes for girls and boys in Uganda, the programme will focus on three core components:

(i) Building strong foundations – to increase the numbers of girls and boys reaching grade appropriate learning standards in literacy and numeracy in primary schools;

(ii) Enhancing assessment and exams – to strengthen the assessment system so that it leads to more Ugandan children learning what matters for their future;

(iii). Supporting a mixed economy – to support the Government of Uganda to work more effectively with non-state providers and financiers of education, including through direct support to a network of secondary schools.

The role of District Systems Strengthening Coordinator will sit within the “Programme Technical Team’ which is responsible for ensuring that all technical aspects of SESIL run effectively. This Team will be based both in the National office in MoES Legacy Towers and in the Regional Offices (Arua and Mbale)

SESIL has a package of interventions to support districts to improve learning for all children by better managing for results.
The package is made up of inter-connected and mutually dependent activities which, in combination, will strengthen district education systems in a lasting, sustainable way.
The main areas of development involve four main groups of stakeholders: district managers, school leaders and teachers, as well as parents and communities.

Specialist technical support to these district-based staff will come through the regional support teams who will provide technical guidance and operational oversight. These regional staff will work out of a small regional project office, with appropriate administrative and logistical support.
Overall technical direction and support will come from SESIL’s Kampala-based team, working in partnership with MOES and its agencies.

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Mapping Assistant Job Vacancies at Uganda Bureau of Standards(25 Positions) in Kampala.

 Job Title: Mapping Assistant (25 Fresher Census Job Vacancies)

Organization: Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Reference: UBOS/MA/CENSUS/2022

Reports to: Principal Officer GIS

About US:

The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is a semi- autonomous agency of Government responsible for maintenance of the National Statistical System to ensure the collection, analysis and dissemination of Statistical information. The Bureau has a dual role as the principal statistics producing agency and coordinator of the National Statistical System (NSS).

Job Summary: UBOS is seeking for dynamic, competent, self-motivated, result oriented, and good team players of good character and high integrity to fill the following positions on the Census 2022. The individuals should be willing to spend considerable days away from home on mapping exercise and capable of walking comfortably throughout rural villages in the country.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake field mapping update in rural and urban areas;

• Demarcate Census Enumeration Areas according to field mapping guidelines;

• Undertake map digitization using the mapping data collected;

• List households in each Enumeration Area according to administrative locations;

• Document activities and complete field return forms;

• Ensure safety of project equipment allocated;

• Carry out other duties as may be assigned by the Team Leader.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Diploma in Cartography OR a Certificate in GIS Applications (e.g. ArcGIS Desktop, Building Geo-databases, GIS Fundamentals, Advanced GIS, Web Mapping, Mobile Mapping, etc.);

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Ms Excel, Ms Word etc.), Internet and GIS application software is a pre-requisite.

• Experience in data collection, data management, and report writing

• Excellent inter-personal, writing, and communication skills.

• Knowledge and appreciation of statistical techniques including their application especially using STATA

How to Apply:

If you believe you meet the required profile, please submit your application through the online application system available on the UBOS Website.

All applicants must attach relevant soft copies of academic transcripts, certificates and relevant appointment letters. (PDF copies maximum 10MB).

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. All documents tendered in shall be verified with the relevant authorities. Any falsification of documents will lead to prosecution and any form of lobbying and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

NB: UGANDA BUREAU OF STATISTICS IS AN ALL EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ORGANISATION THUS BOTH MALE AND FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Deadline: 21st September 2020 by 5:00pm

Finance and Administrative Assistant Jobs at DVIC Investments Limited in Seguku Entebbe Road, Uganda.

 Job Title:     Finance and Administrative Assistant.

Organisation: DVIC Investments Ltd

Duty Station: Seguku, Entebbe Road, Uganda

Reports to: Head Investments

About US:

Deep Voice Investment Club is a member owned entity with various savings and credit scheme exclusively for her members. DVIC investments Ltd is a company limited by shares and incorporated in Uganda and it is the investment arm of Deep voice investment club. The company has business interests in real estate; trade in Agro-produce; Agricultural enterprises, among others.

Job Summary: 

 The Finance and Administrative Assistant will provide secretarial and administrative services / support to the club leadership and company directors

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

Finance Roles

·        Assist the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) of the club in the maintenance of members’ financial records.

·        Prepare, verify, and process invoices for sales or services rendered

·        Enter data on invoices; ensure proper coding on documents

·        Collect on accounts by sending invoice reminders and communication with customers and members via phone, email, fax or mail

·        Post customer payments by recording cash, cheques, and credit card transactions and entering them into the general ledger or accounting software

·        Prepare cash and cheque payments for bank; totaling and recording the deposit amounts, filling out deposit slips and bundling the funds and slips; making deposits at the bank

·        Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted by the 8th day of the month

·        Reconcile Bank statements by the 8th day of the month

·        Be the focal point for petty cash approvals and replenishment processing.

·        Resolve valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries

·        Resolve invalid or unauthorized deductions by following pending deductions procedures

·        Resolve collections by examining customer/member payment plans, payment history, credit line; in consultation with the CFO

·        Process monthly payroll for approval by the CFO by the 25th day of the month

·        Generate monthly, quarterly or annual reports detailing paid and unpaid invoices and other accounts receivable activity

·        Prepare for review by the CFO monthly PAYE, NSSF and VAT returns by the 5th day of the month and ensure returns are filled by the 10th day of the month.

·        Protect organization’s value by keeping information confidential

·        Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities

Administrative Roles

·        Carry out general secretarial duties including minute taking, and circulating/follow up on relevant action.

·        Organize and maintain the office diary of schedules and arrange for meetings.

·        Maintain oral communication with the company’s clients, members of the company and other stakeholders when requested and authorized by the responsible officer.

·        Maintain filing systems for incoming and out-going mails of both confidential and routine correspondence.

·        Tasked with maintaining proper storage and safety of Administrative files to ensure that documents are rightly arranged filed and are without errors.

·        Draft correspondence as required by the supervisor.

·        Perform any other official duties assigned by the Supervisor.

·        Assist the committee of Deep Voice Investment Club and Directors of DVIC Investments Limited in marketing activities.

·        Any other activities assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·        The ideal candidate for the Finance and Administrative Assistant job placement should preferably hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting, Banking and Finance, from a recognized Institution OR a Diploma in any related field from a recognized institution.

·        Good Office Management skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.

·        Excellent command of both written and spoken English with good interpersonal skills.

·        Excellent People Skills

·        Self-driven

·        Excellent communication, analytical, organizational and technical skills

·        Ability to work with minimum supervision.

·        Confidentiality, interpersonal skills and integrity.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter, copies of your academic qualifications together with your Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating three (3) referees of whom one (1) should be your current or most recent employer electronically to the e-mail address: dvicinvestments@gmail.com . Your application should be addressed to the Head - Administration, Deep Voice investment club.

Deadline: 17th September 2020

Office Assistant Job at Law Development Centre(LDC) in Lira Uganda.

 Job Title:     Office Assistant.

Organisation: Law Development Centre (LDC)

Duty Station: Lira, Uganda

Reports to: Administrative Assistant

About US:

Law Development Centre (LDC) will provide legal education to lawyers and non-lawyers, undertake research in topical legal issues, contribute to legal reforms, produce legal publications, teaching materials and law reports, and also provide community legal services.

Job Summary:   The Office Assistant will provide administrative and office support.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

·        To carry out routine office support such as photocopying and delivering correspondences.

·        To ensure that the offices in the Study Centre are clean and tidy.

·        To open and close offices.

·        To run office errands.

·        To perform any other duties assigned by the Administrative Assistant.

 Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·        The applicant must hold a Uganda Certificate of Education with at least four passes one of which must be in English.

·        At least two years of working experience handling similar work in an institution of higher learning.

·        Good communication skills.

·        Computer literacy skills

·        High level of integrity and confidentiality.

·        Time management

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their applications clearly indicating campus of choice; should be addressed to The Head, Human Resource & Administration, Law Development Centre, P. O. Box 7117 Kampala and may be: submitted by email addressed to aeyena@ldc.ac.ug OR  hand delivered to the LDC Reception at either the Kampala Campus or Mbarara Campus. Applicants should attach up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic documents and any other relevant documents that will support their application. For applications by email, applicants should submit scanned copies of the application and supporting documents.

Deadline: 18th September 2020 by 5:00pm