Business Development Manager Vacancy at IAA Resolution Health East Africa Limited in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title:  Business Development Manager

Organization: IAA Resolution Health East Africa Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Us:
IAA-Resolution, which is a partnership between IAA Healthcare and Resolution Health East Africa, offers healthcare packages that provide our clients with high value in benefits and unique service. IAA- Resolution has a strong accredited medical service provider network of over 500 hospitals, clinics and doctors all across East Africa.

Job Summary:

The Business Development Manager shall offer strong leadership for sales teams to ensure the achievement of sales targets.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Identify, recruit, train competent and well-motivated sales staff.
-To ensure the generation of business within the sales force to meet set unit budgets.
-To prepare and make presentations to potential clients aimed at developing solutions to their needs.
-To carry out quarterly staff appraisals and ensure intervention that result in satisfactory performance.
-To recommend and monitor incentive schemes aimed at motivating the sales team.
-To generate timely and accurate sales reports for analysis and decision-making.
-Generate and analyze daily, weekly & monthly unit production reports for management.
-To supply market intelligence, identify and recommend ways for the company to keep abreast with current market requirements.
-Ensure compliance with regulation and Company’s code of ethical conduct.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess a Degree/Diploma qualification in Business Administration, marketing or equivalent
-A minimum of two years proven success in sales management in the service industry.
-Applicants who hold a large portfolio in related business lines would be in especially good standing for negotiated incentives.
COP, CII or good progress towards either would be an added advantage.
-Must demonstrate ability to achieve own sales targets.
-Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
-Out-going and pleasant personality with excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
-Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and exceed revenue targets
-Well groomed, presentable and self-aware
-An individual who projects a high degree of professionalism.

How to Apply:
If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever growing brand, please:
Click here to register your application
Email your application to jobs@iaa-resolution.co.ug consisting of your application letter and updated CV listing three references, quoting the position in the email subject.
Only applications registered as per step 1 with a matching CV sent to us shall be considered.

Deadline: 14th November, 2013 by 5PM

Careers at People Performance Group-Head of Credit Control

Job title: Head of Credit Control

People Performance Group;
Our client, BOLLORE AFRICA LOGISTICS UGANDA, a leading international logistics company in Kampala, is looking for the above position

Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
Location: Kampala
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree

Role;

-Reports to the Finance and Admin Manager. This role ensures that the achievement of customer collection targets, essential to the profitability of the company, is met.
-It manages overdue accounts, reduces the company’s risks and minimize losses.

Qualification and experience;

-Bachelors degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Hons).
-Should have at least 3 to 5 years post qualification hands on experience gained working in a busy accounting environment 2 of which should be at a senior level.
-Candidates who have worked in debt collections departments will be advantaged

How to apply:
Apply to application@ppg.co.ug

Closing date: November 1, 2013 - 5pm

Head of Credit Control Vacancy at Bollore Logistics in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Head of Credit Control

Organisation: Bollore Logistics
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Bollore Logistics:

Bolloré Africa Logistics employs more than 25,000 professionals in over 50 countries worldwide, including 46 in Africa. Our main activities cover all the fields of Transport and International Logistics (Port/Airport Operations, Inland Transport, Supply Chain Management ...). For over 50 years, Bolloré Africa Logistics has participated in the opening of Africa to the world and contributes daily to the growth of its trade. We are the leading Transport and Logistics network on the continent.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Process all new accounts with the company. And to ensure that new accounts are credit worthy and that trade is happening between the two parties according to agreed terms mentioned in the contracts.
-Ensure that all accounts are well controlled and that all outstanding monies owed to the company is collected and paid in a timely manner.
-Supervise the Credit control department and assist in the setting up of the credit control system and strategy that ensures maximum customer liaison in all issues related to payments.
-Responsible for collection of dedicated accounts, follow-up of freight-collect accounts and fortnightly review the collectors’ accounts.
-Ensuring that all scheduled meetings between Operations and Credit Control are taking place (disputes, cash accounts, UPS etc.)
-Ensure management of risk in all aspects related to credit business of the company by ensuring strict adherence, respect and control of the organisation’s Risk Policy.
-Chase overdue invoices by telephone, email & letter within agreed timescales.
-Report collection difficulties to the Finance Manager and Head of Department
-Producing timely financial reports to management which should be reflecting the actual position of the company’s credit business.
-Maintain accurate records of all the collection activity.
-Identify changes in payment patterns and propose action to avert indebtedness.
-Handle disputed bills and negotiate to bring payment within the agreed terms.
-Provide accurate advice on billing queries.
-Relationship management with the main corporate clients of the company by responding promptly and completely to both client and internal enquiries with effective business development approaches.
-Undertake account reconciliations as and when required.
-Send out monthly client statements/letters as may be agreed from time to time
-Develop the credit management capability within the practice and provide cover for other accounting functions may be requested.
-Keep the partnership up to date with new credit management techniques and practices
-Perform other duties as delegated from time to time by the Finance Manager or any other person designated in their absence.
-Ensuring the monthly report is forwarded to the Finance Manager within 5 (Five) working days after the closure date.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Hons) from a recognized University/ Institution.
-Significant professional qualifications will have an added advantage.
-At least 3 to 5 years post qualification hands on experience gained working in a busy accounting environment 2 of which should be at a senior level.
-Candidates who have worked in debt collections departments will be advantaged.
-Excellent report writing and communication skills and a good command of the English language.
-Strong business acumen with excellent negotiating skills.
-Excellent man management skills.

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with a cover letter and updated CVs to application@ppg.co.ug

Deadline: 1st November, 2013

Senior Business Development Manager Vacancy at People Performance Group (PPG)

Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager

Organization: People Performance Group (PPG)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

About Us:

Our client is one of the largest manufacturers in Uganda with around 300 employees and supplies Fast Moving Consumer Goods to all parts of the country and exporting to the East African region including Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC and South Sudan. The company has a range of over 50 registered products in Uganda.

Job Summary:

The Senior Business Development Manager is an integral member of the Management team, the Senior Business Development Manager will focus on identifying business opportunities and developing agreed business projects in line with the company strategy; coordinating and implementing plans and programmes that support attainment of sales and profit targets.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Contributing to the company’s growth strategy through developing new products and giving marketing support to key products.
-Analyzing market trends and developing resulting opportunities.
-Identifying new markets, conducting product feasibility tests and implementing launches.
-Developing the exports business.
-Maintaining linkages between customers, marketing and production and building relationships internally and externally.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold an MBA specializing in marketing
-A bachelor’s degree in Science and strong Pharmaceutical background
-A minimum of ten (10) years experience gained in a similar capacity

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications by sending a detailed CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked: “PPG – SBDM” indicating which position you are applying for. E-mails that exceed 2 MB will not be considered.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala, Uganda
Attn.: The Director E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug

Deadline:  1st November 2013

Careers at Airtel Uganda-Enterprise Business Director

Job Title: Enterprise Business Director

Reports to: Managing Director

About Us:

Airtel was launched in Uganda in 1995 and is Uganda's most innovative mobile phone operator, which has introduced many “firsts” in the telecommunication sector such as: Pre-paid plans, Post-paid plans, International roaming, Dedicated customer care, One rate to all networks, Fax and Data, Call forwarding, Per second billing, Freedom Forever and Mobile Top up.  Airtel in Uganda is a great success story in Uganda. Our customer base has grown tremendously - so has our coverage - and our service quality is unsurpassed in the market.

Job Summary:

The job holder is responsible for conceiving, developing and implementing the Enterprise Business Opco and strategy for delivering on customer additions and revenue numbers. Ensures maximized revenue growth of all company products and services within the enterprise business.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

*Define and drive a robust Enterprise Business strategy for Airtel Uganda.
*Execute an Enterprise Business strategy that is customer focused in terms of availability and reach.
*Drive Enterprise Business performance against targets and key business parameters.
*Ensure optimal spend vis-a-vis budget and monitor performance against plan.
*Drive the growth of sales in areas of Corporate, postpaid, SME and Data.
*Manage, develop and motivate the Enterprise team to deliver on the business objectives.

Qualification Skills and Experience:

*The applicant should possess a Bachelor's degree/Masters degree in any business related field and a professional qualification of CIMA or related course.
*Advanced ability to develop and integrate Enterprise strategies and initiatives with company's business strategies.
*A minimum of 12-15 years experience with 5 years experience in management role leading teams.
*Demonstrated ability to see the big picture and provide useful and strategic advice and input across the company and on the senior executive team.
*Ability to lead in an environment of constant change.
*Creative, forward thinker.
*Strong analytical and problem solving skills
*Strong coaching and leadership skills.
*Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should send their applications and updated CV’s with a day phone contact, address and an email address to – The HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR, Airtel House, Plot 40 Jinja Road, .PO. Box 6771, Kampala, Uganda Email. vacancies@ug.Airtel.com

NB: Please attach copies of all academic documents.



Deadline: 4th October 2013

Business Development Manager Job Vacancy at Britam in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Reports to: Managing Director, British American Asset Managers Ltd with a dotted functional line to the Chief Executive Officer – Uganda;

Job Summary:
The Job holder will be responsible for building company position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business relationships in the Uganda market

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

•Develop and manage relationships with trustees and gate keepers
•Prepare service offer tender documents
•Conduct effective research to determine business viability
•Development of deal pipeline for effective deal flow
•Locate and prospect business deals by contacting potential partners whilst discovering and exploring opportunities in the areas of institutional sales, property development, private equity and unit trust products
•Identification of opportunities for property investment and partnerships
•Identify and engage potential clients for the institutional, property development, private equity and unit trust product lines
•Generate sales for the institutional, property development, private equity and unit trust product lines
•Close new business deals in the identified areas by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations
•Liaise with head office in Nairobi for effective support and turnaround timelines
•Gather and share industry data to facilitate informed decision making.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

•The applicant should possess a bachelor’s degree in a business related field. A post graduate degree will be an added advantage
•Professional qualifications in finance or investment related area
•Good knowledge of best practice
•Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment;
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
•Business to Business relationship management experience;
•A demonstrated track record of sales.
•At least 5 years in real estate, investment management, corporate finance, investment banking or stock broking
•Working knowledge of the investment management and reporting systems
•Knowledge of investments and financial markets in Uganda and rules governing the financial industry in Uganda
•Familiarity with other disciplines related to business, such as finance, market research
•Strong attention to detail

How to Apply:
If interested, please visit http://careers.britam.co.ke/?q=node/102 and Register or Log In to Apply for this vacancy.
Deadline: Friday, October 4, 2013

Investment Officer Job Vacancy at Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Investment Officer

About aBi Trust:

The Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust is an institution set up by the governments of Uganda and Denmark to support agribusiness initiatives in the country. In particular it is to support the private sector to increase their contribution to the agricultural sector by increasing productivity and competitiveness leading to poverty reduction through economic growth, wealth, and employment creation.
The vision of aBi Trust is of “competitive private sector led agriculture in Uganda” with the mission to” promote private sector driven agribusiness development to enhance wealth creation in the country.” aBi Trust implements its interventions through partners.

Job Summary:
The Investment Officer will perform due diligence on prospective financial institutions seeking lines of credit and other related products
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
 •Appraise potential financial institutions /proposals and market for agribusiness wholesale lending.
 •Appraise guarantee cases as submitted by partner financial institutions for the aBi finance’s approval
 •Train and sensitize partners for improved portfolio quality and timely reporting.
 •Monitor financial institutions closely on product utilization, fee / interest payments, beneficiary tracking and maturing repayments.
 •Support process of assembling relevant reports to management and Board.
 •Emphasize and protect high portfolio quality (Guarantee and Lines of Credit)
 •Maintain records, files pertaining to the Lines of Credit and Guarantee schemes including legal and collateral documentation.
 •Maintain outstanding guarantees, lines of credit and any other investments and propose actions where necessary.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•The applicant should possess a Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, statistics and related professional courses from accredited institutions
•Additional training in credit analysis and risk management will be an added advantage
•At least three years in credit risk analysis
•Excellent analytical and report writing skills
How to Apply:
All interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their application together with an updated CV and at least three (3) suitable referees and telephone contacts to; invo@abitrust.com

NB:  E-mail applications should not exceed 2MB
Deadline: 4th October 2013

Grants Officer Job Vacancy at Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Grants  Officer

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing  and  monitoring  of sub grants  work to ensure that  sub grant funds are effectively  and efficiently  utilized in  compliance  with  applicable donor laws  and regulations  and MJAP’s  financial  management  guidelines .
• Develop  Memoranda of Understanding  (MoU) Agreements between  MJAP’s  & Sub-partiners
• Monitor  sub-partiner financial activities  to ensure compliance  with  MoU   terms and conditions
• Liaise with  proposal development  team  to develop budgets/cost applications  for new  program  proposals
• Participates  in Program Implementation  Team  meetings

Qualifications:

• Degree  in a financial  discipline-B-Com, BBA  or  its equivalent  from a recognized  University .
• Significant  experience  in grants  management  and financial /operational systems is essential ;
• Experience with  performance  based granting  is strongly  preferred
• Principles  of Accounting  and  Auditing
• Knowledge of  National  taxation policies  and regulations

How to apply
Interested  candidates  who meet  the  above mentioned requirements  should  submit their  applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of their  academic  documents , day time contact  telephone  numbers, names  and contact details  of three references  to the;
Human Resource Manager
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)
p. o. Box 7587 Kampala, Uganda
Plot  4B, Kololo Hill  Drive
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013

Trade Commodities Executive Job Vacancy at Mukwano Group of Companies in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Trade Executive – Commodities (Ref: MIUL/04/09/TE – C/SALES/2013
   
Duties:
• Develop and implement strategies aimed at maximizing business investment opportunities for the Group in the region and overseas;
• Provide statistics and forecast projections concerning international trade and investment.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Masters Degree in Business Administration (majoring in International Trade or any other related field);
• Minimum of 4 years work experience in International Trade or any other related field.

How to Apply:
Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Product Development Manager at Mukwano Group of Companies in Kampala

Job title: Product Development Manager

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

Duties:

• Explore feasible products or brands that can be expanded through various sources from internal and external inputs;
• Develop marketing concepts;
• Test and create proposals to gain support from Management and R & D for the new products or extended product lines;
• Plan and execute marketing mix strategies of products and segmentation;
• Target and position strategies for new product development.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Bachelor Degree in Commerce, Business Administration (majoring in Marketing) or any other related field;
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in marketing of FMCG.
• Professional Qualification in Marketing will be an added advantage;

How to apply:
Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.
Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.

Closing date: September 27, 2013 - 9am

Business Development Manager Job Vacancy at ITC Company in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Manager Business Development will be responsible for guiding the overall marketing strategy for the Company including:-

• Ensuring the growth of the business in tandem with agreed targets.
• Spearheading policies for attraction new clients.
• Designing strategies for client retention.
• Ensuring quality improvements in service provision and delivery.
• Conducting market research and recommending to Management appropriate intervention measures.
• Spearheading the soliciting, design and implementation of the sales and marketing plans.
• Coordinating sales promotions.
• Coordinating and supporting the implementation of projects in the Company to ensure value for money and compliance with relevant regulations and protocols.
• Coordinating and leading the department including:
• Taking responsibility for the overall performance of the department.
• Supervising staff of the department.
• Representing the department in Company meetings and other fora.
• Drawing the budget and work plans of the department.
• Providing guidance and support to contracts management.
• Providing support to business related procurements.
• Coordinating business growth and expansion projects.
• Supervising Staff engaged by the Company to execute business development related tasks.

Managing the Department business including:
• Managing or coordinating business projects undertaken by the Company.
• Mentoring staff and promoting their skills development.
• Writing quality reports.
• Performing other duties as may become necessary for the smooth running of the Department or Company as a whole.
• Ensuring that the department achieves its goals and financial targets.
• Scanning the local and external environment for business opportunities and conducting market surveys to determine business trends.
• Net working with other organizations to enable the Company to develop strong institutional partnership in the consultancy field.
• Setting performance standards for all staff engaged in business expansion programs, and establishing procedures and strategies for undertaking new business.

Key Results Areas:
• Managing business growth and marketing strategy.
• Designating new strategies for client recruitment and retention.
• Managing the Departmental budget.
• Preparing reports on Marketing and Business Research and surveys carried out.
• Establishing communication channels with customers and attracting new business.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidate should possess a Bachelor in Commerce or Economics (Hons) and Master’s Degree in Business Administration (marketing/PPM) from a recognized University/ Institution.
• Relevant professional qualifications will have an added advantage
• The applicant should have ten (10) post qualification hands on experience gained in Public Sector five (5) of which should be at senior level.
• Five years’ experience in managing projects, procurements and consultancy contracts in a Public Sector.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses

Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements

Website

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Business Development Advisor Job Vacancy at Oxfarm in Kampala

Job Title: ONL  Business  Development  Advisor

 Oxfarm  is an international  consideration of  17  affiliates networked together  in more  than  90 countries  to end  poverty .

Responsibilities

To develop  and implements  an  outreach  strategy , plan and budget for the country  office , including  incubation guidelines  /procedures  for partiner  selection

To develop  and implements  an outreach strategy  and plan  to potential  social entrepreneurs

To build a network  among potential social  business  leads  incubation  organizations , local  investment funds  and institutional donors .

To raise funds ( in  coordination  with the  Institutional  Funding  Officer in country and the  Funding  team  in the  Netherlands)  for incubation  activities

To  document and share  good  and  innovative  incubation practices  with  ON  Impact  Investiment  colleagues  and   the  country  team  and feeds into  mid-term and  end  evaluations.

Requirements

A University degree in Economics  or  finance  , preferably  a  MBA  in Business  Development  or  CFA

A minimum  of five years experience  in consulting  services to social  enterprises  , leading  market  studies , developing  business  plans  , providing /overseeing  training and support  programs  and/or  leading  a social  enterprises leading market studies , developing business plans , providing/overseeing  training  and  support programs  and/or leading a social  enterprise  successfully.

Proven  project/budget  management  experience, including  monitoring

Awareness of the  legal  and operating  environment  for small and medium  enterprises in Uganda  and  East Africa

Ability  to work effectively  in an  international  team  , balancing  diverse  intetests  and diversity .

How to apply
If you believe  you are the  candidate  we are looking for , please submit your application  and CV  in English  detailing  your experience  for the  post  and include  daytime  telephone  contacts  clearly  stating  the position  applied  for  at  Kampalajob@oxfarm.org.uk;
Deadline : 03 /09 /2013

Business Development Advisor Job Vacancy in Uganda at Oxfam International in Kampala

Job Title: Business Development Advisor

Application Deadline: 03 /09 /2013
Oxfam is an international confederation of 17 affiliates networked together in more than 90 countries to end poverty.
Duties
•To select incubation partiners , negotiate favourable contract terms , and manage partinerships resulting in a pipeline of investible social enterprises which cautious investors will be willing to back .
•To build a network among potential social business leads ( in and outside of Oxfam’s existing partiner network), incubation organizations , local investment funds and institutional donors.
•To Raise funds (in coordination with the Institutional Funding Officer in country and the Funding team in the Netherlands ) for incubation activities
•To document and share good and innovative incubation practices with ONL Impact Investment colleagues and the country team and feeds into mid-term and end evaluations
Requirements
•An University degree in Economics or Finance , preferably a MBA in Business Development or CFA
•Proven project /budget management experience , including monitoring
•A minimum of five years experience in consulting services to social enterprises , leading , leading market studies , developing business plans , providing /overseeing training and support programs and/or leading a social enterprise successfully.
•Awareness of the legal and operating environment for small and medium enterprises in Uganda and East Africa .
•Experience in building the capacity of others
•Ability to work effectively in an international team , balancing diverse interests and diversity .

How to apply
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for , please submit your application and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts clearly stating the position applied for at Kampalajobs@oxfarm.org.uk: to be received not later than the expected time.

Business Manager Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at Monitor Publications Ltd in Kampala

Job Title: Business Manager –Dembe FM

Monitor Publications Limited , a National media house , operating Daily Monitor , Saturday Monitor and Sunday Monitor newspapers, 93.3KFM, 90.4 Dembe FM.
Responsibilities
•Design & implement strategies that grow Dembe FM , as well as Customer growth across all segments and drive customer retention and revenue growth.
•Design work plans that exploit the market place and guide the sales team in there day today sales activities
•Track the sales team performance on a daily , weekly and monthly and regularly communicate the status of their performance .
•Carries out regular sales meetings with sales team to review sales team on potential new clients .
Qualifications
•A bachelor’s degree in any business-related course or equivalent business or sales management . Post graduate qualifications will be an added advantage
•Computer literacy especially in PowerPoint, Word and Spreadsheets.
•At least 5 years of relevant sales experience in an FMCG industry, with at least 3 years managing radio sales .
•Experience in managing people .
•Ability to develop and communicate a clear strategy and strong Proposal writing .
How to apply
If you believe that you are our ideal candidate, please submit your applications , detailed CV and academic documents with a daytime telephone number before August to ;
The Resourcing & Talent Management Specialist
Monitor Publications Ltd.
P. O. Box 12141
Kampala , Uganda
Deadline: 12 /08 /2013