Research Fellows needed at Makerere University

Job Title: Research Fellow (4 Positions)

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Qualifications:    
     
(i) A PhD
(ii) A minimum of three (3) years of proven research.
(iii) A minimum of three (3) refereed publications
(iv) At least two research reports

Area of Specialization;

A Candidate must fall within the current area of specialization:

African Political Thought
Political Economy
African History, with a particular interest in Pre-Colonial African History
Socio-Cultural Anthropology
Literary and Cultural Studies


Duties and Responsibilities;

1.Publish at least one article a year.
2.Teach at least two MISR graduate courses annually
3.Participate in a MISR core research project
4.Prepare and submit an annual activity report
5.Actively participate in service to the Institute and University
6.Participate in workshops run by the Institute
7.Supervision of Students to completion
8.Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director.

Tenure of appointment:  Five (5) years renewable contract subject to satisfactory performance following the appraisal.

How to Apply
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala.

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Lecturer Careers at Makerere University

Job Title : Lecturer                        

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Qualification:
 
(i) MBChB or BDS or any Medical Degree.
(ii) MSc. Human Anatomy OR MMED General Surgery or MMED Orthopaedic Surgery.

Duties:  

Teaching, supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Assistant Lecturer Job Vacancies at Makerere University

 Job Title: Assistant Lecturer (10 Positions)

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Either
Qualification:  

(i) MSc. Degree in Soil Science with experience in pedology, Soil Morphology and Classification.
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture ( Crop or Soil Science option).
Or
Qualification:      

 (i) MSc. (Soil Science),Or MSc.( Zoology) with emphasis in Soil Macro Organism Biology.
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture( Soil Science option).

Qualification:        

Msc.( Soil Science), Msc. (Chemistry) with emphasis in applied and/or Environment.                          
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture ( Soil Science option) Bsc. Chemistry.
Or
Qualification:        

(i).Msc. In Hortculture or Msc. Crop Science.
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Horticulture

Or
Qualification:        
 Msc. In Animal Science /Veterinary Medicine or Msc. In Animal Science (Physiology).
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture. (Animal Science option) or BVM

Or
Qualification:        

(i). Msc in Crop Science or Msc. in Pathology or Msc. Plant Breeding
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture.

Or
Qualification:        

(i). Msc. Plant Physiology or Msc.in Crop Science (Plant Physiology/Agronomy)
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture.
Or
Qualification:      

 (i). Msc. Animal Science or or Msc.in Range Science or Msc. Range Ecology
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Bsc. Agriculture( Animal Science option) or BSc. Animal Science
Or
Qualification:      

i) MSc. in Seed Science and Technology
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture or Bsc with Botany

Qualification:        

(i). Msc. Animal Science bias in Poultry Science/Management Msc. Range Ecology
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in BSc. Agriculture( Animal Science option) or Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine

Qualification:        

 (i). Msc. Animal Science or Msc. Veterinary Medicine
(ii). At least an Upper Second degree in BSc. Agriculture ( Animal Science  option) or Bachelor of Science in Wild life Management

Qualification:      

Msc. In Animal Science (Genetics and Breeding)
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Animal Science or Agriculture(Animal option) or BVM.
Qualification:

Msc. In Agriculture or Forestry with soil surveying
 (ii). At least an Upper Second degree in Agriculture or Forestry or Land Use Management (Animal option) or BVM.

Duties:    Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:
The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala
Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Vacancy at Department Library and Information Sciences-Professor

Job Title: Professor (1 Position)

Department: Library and Information Sciences

Employer: Makerere University

Duty Station:  Kampala

Qualifications:

A PhD in Information Science or Library and Information Science.
Ten years of teaching experience
Five new recognized publications since promotion to the rank of Associate Professor
Supervision of 5 Graduate Students to completion. At least 2 (two) Graduate Students to completion since last promotion.
                       
Duties:  

Teaching, examining and supervising Undergraduates and Post graduate Students.  Conducting Research, Community Outreach services, organize and attend conferences & providing academic leadership to the department.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala

Application Deadline: 31st December 2013

Several Vacancies at Makerere College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS)

Department of Political Science and Public Administration.

Job Title:Lecturer (4Positions)
   
Qualifications:

(i) PhD in Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.
(ii).MA. Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.    
(iii).An Upper Second BA(Social Sciences) degree Majoring in Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.                                                
                                 
Duties:            

-Teaching, examining and grading of graduates Supervision of research for graduate and undergraduate students
-Mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research

 
 (b)Post: Assistant Lecturer(1Position)

Qualification:  

(i).MA. Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.  
(ii).An Upper Second BA(Social Sciences) degree Majoring in Political Science, Public Administration or International Relations.                                                  
                                 
 Duties:    Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

2.Department of African Languages

(a) Post:Assistant Lecturer(1Position)

Qualification:  

(i) Masters Degree in Kiswahili
(ii) Minimum of an Upper Second Class Bachelors Degree majoring in Kiswahili

Duties:

Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.


3.Department of Mental Health and Community Psychology

a)Post:Professor (1Position)

Qualifications:

(i) A PhD in Psychology, preferably Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology specialization
ii) Ten years of teaching experience
iii). Five new recognized publications since promotion to the rank of Associate Professor
iv). Supervision of 5 Graduate Students to completion. At least 2 (two) Graduate Students to completion since last promotion.

 Duties:  Teaching, examining and grading of Undergraduate and Graduates’ performance.    Supervision of research for Graduate & Undergraduate Students. Mentoring Junior staff in academic growth & research. Providing academic leadership to the department.

(b)  Post:Associate Professor(1Position)      

Qualifications:  

(i) A PhD in Psychology, preferably Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology specialization
ii). Eight years of teaching experience
iii)Three new recognized publication in the area of specialisation since promotion to the rank of Senior Lecturer
iv).Supervision of three Graduate students to completion. At least 2 (two) Graduate students   to completion since last promotion                      

Duties:

-Teaching, examining and grading of Undergraduate and Graduates’ performance.  
-Supervision of research for Graduate & Undergraduate Students. Mentoring Junior staff in academic growth & research. Providing academic leadership to the department.

 (c)Post:Lecturer (2Positions)
   
 Qualifications:

(i) A PhD in Psychology, preferably Counselling, Clinical or Health Psychology specialization.                          
                                 
Duties:

-Teaching, examining and grading of graduates Supervision of research for graduate and undergraduate students
-Mentoring junior staff in academic growth and research

b). Post: Assistant Lecturer(6 Positions)

Qualification:

(i) Masters Degree in Psychology preferably Clinical, Counselling, Health or Community Psychology.
(ii) Minimum of an Upper Second Class Bachelors Degree in Psychology preferably Clinical, Counselling, Health or Community Psychology.

Duties:  

Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.


iv)Department of  Sociology and Social Anthropology

a). Post:Assistant Lecturer(1Position)

Qualification:  

(i) Masters Degree in Sociology or Anthropology or Criminology                            
(ii) Minimum of an Upper Second Class Bachelors Degree in Sociology (Major) or Anthropology (Major)


Duties:    Teaching, Supervision of Undergraduate students and research projects.

How to Apply
Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director
Human Resources
P.O. Box 7062
Kampala

Careers at National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC)-Curriculum Specialist (BTVET –Agriculture)

Job Title: Curriculum Specialist (BTVET –Agriculture)

Organisation: National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Head of Department BTVET

About NCDC:

The National Curriculum Development Centre is a corporate body under the Ministry of Education and Sports. It is responsible for inter-alia development of curricula and related materials for various level of education (i.e. Pre- Primary, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary), organizing capacity building courses for stakeholders on curricula and matters related to curriculum.

Job Summary:
The Curriculum Specialist (BTVET –Agriculture) will develop curricula and curriculum related materials.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Initiates and develops ideas on curricular reforms.
-Develops and. prepares subject syllabi, teachers’ manuals, texts and other related curriculum materials.
-Organizes and conducts writing workshops.
-Writes, coordinates and edits curriculum units developed by the panel and other teachers.
-Organizes and conducts orientation courses for teachers.
-Popularizes education in the relevant subject.
-Services the subject panel by planning and convening meetings, preparing working papers and furnishing the necessary data and relevant research reports.
-Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess a  Masters degree in Agriculture or related fields
-Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and a Diploma/Certificate in Agricultural related field
-A qualification in education will be an added advantage
-At least four years teaching experience at a technical college or institution of higher learning and field experience in agricultural related work.
-Age: Below 50 years

How to Apply:
All applications are invited from appropriately qualified Ugandans for the following posts available for immediate filling at the National Curriculum Development Centre. NCDC is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. 6 copies of: the application letter indicating three (3) referees, a detailed CV. Photocopies of Certificates and Academic Transcripts should be submitted to: The Secretary., NCDC Governing Council, P. O. Box 7002, Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 28th October, 2013

Higher Education Officer Jobs at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Higher Education Officer - Licensing and Accreditation (Tertiary Institutions)

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Higher Education Officer, Licensing and Accreditation

About NCHE:

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Conducts day to day activities of licensing and accreditation of universities and tertiary institutions;
-Works on the applications for the establishment of universities and other tertiary institutions in Uganda;
-Assists in conducting research and publications in reputable journals and internationally recognized conference proceedings and other relevant policy bodies;
-Assists the Senior Higher Education Officer to organize awareness workshops to inform universities and tertiary institutions on the merging issues regarding licensing and accreditation procedures;
-Supports the Senior Higher Education Officer in preparing disseminative reports (visitations, inspections etc);
-Conducts any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Expected Outputs:

-Work activity plans;
-Evaluation reports showing targets achieved;
-Periodic unit reports.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Holds a Masters degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university;
-Must have taught in a university for at least 2 years at the level of a Lecturer and above, or must have worked in as a Higher Education Official in a government department for 2 years;
-Must have 2 -3 publications in peer reviewed journals;
-Must be ICT literate;
-Knowledge of project management is desirable;
-Knowledge of International Standard Organizations (ISO) is desirable

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013

Careers at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)-Higher Education Officer

Job Title: Higher Education Officer - (Certification, Verification and Equating Qualifications)

Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Higher Education Officer, Certification

About NCHE:

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was established under "The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001” for regulating and guiding the establishment and management of institutions of higher learning, regulating the quality of higher education, equating of qualifications and for advising government on higher education issues.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Involved in the day to day activities of Certification and Equating of Qualifications;
-Works on the applications for Certification and Equating of qualifications,
-Supports the Senior Higher Education Officer on matters of Certification an Equating of Qualifications;
-Assists the Senior Higher Education Officer to organize awareness workshops to inform the general public and relevant stakeholders on the emerging issues regarding Certification and Equating of Qualifications of higher education institutions;
-Assists the Senior Higher Education Officer in preparing disseminative reports e.g tracer studies on the applicants for Certification and Equating of qualifications for the attention of the Director, QA/ACC
-Conducts any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Expected Outputs:

-Work activity plans;
-Number of certifications carried out;
-Number of qualifications equated or failed;
-Tracer studies report;
-Publications in respective forum;
-A number of workshops successfully organized within budgets;
-Unit evaluation reports showing targets achieved;
-Documented developmental strategies;
-Documented policies and procedures of certification and equating of qualifications.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Holds a Masters degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university;
-Must have taught in a university for at least 2 years at the level of a Lecturer and above, or must have worked in as a Higher Education Official in a government department for 2 years;
-Experience as a Dean would be an added advantage;
-Must be ICT literate;
-Must have good communication and interpersonal skills;
-Knowledge of international assessments and examination qualifications is desirable.


How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send seven sealed copies of: an application letter; in up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am - 5.00pm) to: The Director, Human Resource and Administration, National Council for Higher Education Plot 34, Cavers Crescent P.O. Box 76, Kyambogo Uganda, East Africa.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the expiry If the application submission deadline.

Deadline: Monday, 21st October 2013

Job Vacancies at Mbarara University of Science and Technology-Lecturers

Job Title: Lecturers

Duty Station: Mbarara, Uganda

Qualifications:

• An  honors  Degree   and   MA  in Development  Studies  /Rural  Development  /Sociology  or any  other  related discipline  from  recognized  institutions  for  position  2.1.1.
• An  honors  degree  and  MSC  in  Quantitative  Economics/Economics  /Economic  Planning  /Development  Training  from  recognized  institutions  for  position  2.1.2.
• An  honors  Degree and  M  Med in  Obstetrics  and  Gynecology  from recognized  institutions  for  position  2.1.3 .  Formal training  in nursing  and  medicine for  MPH  and  masters  in Demography  holders to  be  added advantage .

How to apply:
Applications  are  invited  from  suitability  qualified persons  to fill  existing  vacancies  at Mbarara University of Science  and Technology  .
Applicants  are required  to submit  their applications  accompanied  by copies  of all  relevant  academic  documents plus three names   of referees  to;
The  Secretary  ,
Appointments Board ,
Mbarara  University  of Science  and Technology ,
P. o. Box   1410  , Mbarara
Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013

Teaching Job Opportunities at The Master Cares Ministries in Kyotera Uganda

Job Title: Teachers (8 Vacancies)

About Us:
Master Cares Ministries is a fully registered NGO (55914/9971) and it is a Christian Organization that exists to transform communities; spiritually, physically, socially and academically using all possible means to yield lasting change.  As a community-transformation agent, Master Cares Ministry has established a new Christian academy in Kyotera Town with modern education programs and skills.
The Master Cares Christian Academy is located on Bethlehem Road lkm from the Masaka-Mutukula Road off Kyotera town. Master Cares Christian Academy School seeks to hire experienced 25-35 year old qualified teachers who view themselves as mature Christians, relation builders, and result oriented leaders.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The candidates should possess grade III Teaching Certificate
• Two years experience in class room teaching with a co- curricular discipline.
• Ability to write and speak fluent English

How to Apply:
Please send a hand written application letter accompanied by a detailed CV with a recommendation letter from the current local church pastor and three referees and address it to the School Administrator at:
Master Cares Christian Academy
P. O. Box 66,
Kyotera- Uganda
Tel: +256 752 341274, +256 751552614

Application Deadline: 16th Sept, 2013

Teaching Careers at Master Cares Ministries in Kyotera

Job Title:  Teachers

Qualifications:
• A minimum  of grade  III Teaching  Certificate  referees
• A minimum  of 2  years  experience  in class  room  teaching  with  a co-curricular  discipline .
• Ability to write and speak  fluent  English
• A hand  written  application letter
• A completed CV
• A  Recommendation letter from the  current  local  church  pastor  and three referees

How to apply

All applications should be addressed  to:

The School Administrator,
Master Cares Christian Academy
P. O. Box 66,  Kyotera-Uganda

Application Deadline: 16th Sept 2013

School Head at Management of Reliance High School in Kampala

Job Title: Head-teacher

Responsibilities:

• Strategic  direction  and development  of the  school

• Responsible  for  the day  today  administration  of  the  school

• Supervise  the teaching and learning  activities  in the  school

• Increasing  the student  population  through  rapid  recruitment  and  safeguarding  them

• Ensuring  proper accountability  for all  school  funds  and  properties

• Learning and managing  staff

• Efficient  and effective  deployment  of staff

Qualifications:

• The  position  holder  shall  be  a university  graduate  with  a BA  or  BSC  with education.

• Should  have five  years teaching  experience  with  at least  three  of them  at the  level  of  director  of studies  (DOS)

• The   holder  should  be willing  to live  in Tororo.

How to apply:

Interested  applicants   should send  their CV  together  with a  cover  letter and copies  of certificates  and  transcripts before 11th Sept 2013  to ;

P. O. Box 10177, 

Kampala or  835, Tororo

Education Specialist Jobs at Peace Corps in Uganda

 Job Title: Education Specialist

Employer: Peace Corps
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 21st Aug 2013

Background:
Education Volunteers are assigned to government and non-government colleges and schools who partner to enable Volunteers to provide capacity building in Education.
Purpose of Position. This position is aimed at providing assistance and support to an education programming and training team to support primary school pre-service and in-service teacher training and other related education efforts as part of a national-level technical effort by  Peace Corps.
Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinates with Education team regarding development and  management of Peace Corps’s education activities.
• Compile program reports for PC/Uganda, USAID/Uganda and PC/HQ to demonstrate the use and impact of PC/Uganda’s contributions to education in Uganda.
• Assist to develop over 40 Volunteer work sites with colleges and schools throughout Uganda and provide technical resource information and technical training and coaching to Volunteers and their counterparts, including monitoring their work.
• Supports Volunteers to be prepared through training activities before and during service.
• Co-develops an Education Project Advisory Committee.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Education;
• Experience of at least three years teaching experience at the primary school level and three years as a Registered Tutor of the Ugandan MOES.
• Preferred experience: One year with relevant non-profit organizations or private businesses.
• Peace Corps Uganda is looking for a dynamic and experience professional in the education field to fill the Education Specialist position. The applicant should have the passion and creative drive to join this project technically supporting over 40 Volunteers.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision; good organization and time management skills; willingness to take the initiative; teamwork skills, strong service attitude; personal integrity; strong cross-cultural skills; strong interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
All submissions should be electronic.
Please submit a Word formatted letter of interest and resume and names and contact information for three references to applications@ug.peacecorps.gov Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject line of the cover email: “Feed The Future Coordinator”– and specify the preferred location: “Kampala”, or “Mbarara” or “Gulu.”  Submitted documents become the property of the Peace Corps and will not be returned.
You will be contacted ONLY if you are deemed qualified and invited for an interview.
If called for an interview, you will be expected to bring a reference letter from your area Local Council (LC1).

Lecturer in Immunology Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at Makerere University in Entebbe

Job Title: Lecturer in Immunology

Makerere University is seeking to employ qualified candidates for the vacant post above.
Essential
•A PhD in a relevant discipline
Desirable
•Postdoctoral experience in immunology or a relevant discipline
•Publication record in international journals
Duties
•To establish a research program within the Department
•To participate in departmental duties including lecturing
•To promote the establishment of a new Department of Immunology
•To obtain further funding by applying for external grants
How to apply
Applications should be sent to Mr. Moses Kizza , Administrator , Makerere /UVRI Infection and Immunity Research Program , MRC/UVRI Uganda research Unit on AIDS, P. O. Box 49, Plot 51-59, Entebbe, Uganda . Applications and references may also be sent via email to moses.kizza@uvri.org.
Deadline: 31 /08 /2013

Education Specialist Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at Save the Children in Kampala

Job Title: Education Specialist

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children and has program presence in over 120 countries in the world .
Academic back ground
•Minimum of three years of experience in a leadership position responsible for developing livelihoods , training and development interventions
•Experience with the technical aspects related to the Applicant’s proposed strategy , including skills training , employment generation , youth employment and social protection as applicable .
•Experience in managing projects to address issues related to primary and secondary education .
•Understanding of special educational needs of children removed from child to child labor when they enter /return to school or are provided with alternative education services .
•Experience working with vulnerable children and their households preferably in Uganda
•Experience working successfully with Ministries of Education and other government agencies , networks of educators, employers organizations and trade unions or comparable entities .
How to apply;
Application letters with detailed CV indicating 3 referees , two of whom should have been direct supervisors should be submitted to;
The Director of Human Resources & Administration
Save the Children
Plot 68/70, Kira Road
P. O. Box 12018, Kampala
Deadline: 09 /08 /2013

Research Fellow Sectoral Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at Makerere University in Kampala

Job Title: Research Fellow-Sectoral

Economic Policy Research Centre is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant position above.
Requirements;
•Minimum of Master’s degree by coursework & research in Economics , Agricultural Economics or Statistics from a recognized University
•Recent graduates of doctoral degrees in (a) shall be added advantage
•Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to apply modern economics theory and methods
•Strong analytical skills
•Proven high level writing skills as primary author in published research papers review etc
•Experience working with large household survey data sets
How to apply;
EPRIC is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive package including detailed including healthcare cover.
Applications , including detailed curriculum vitae ; names and addresses of three referees and photocopies of credentials should be sent to the address below;
Applicant ‘s must indicate clearly on top of the envelope the position applied for ;
The Chairman , Board of Management
Economic Policy Research Centre
51 Pool Road , Makerere Campus
P. O. Box 7841, Kampala
Deadline: 23 /08 /2013

Principal Research Fellow Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at Makerere University in Kampala

Job Title: Principal Research Fellow

Economic Policy Research Centre is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant position above .
Requirements;
•Excellent academic background with a PhD in Economics or any related area in economics from a reputable University .
•Strong training background in theory and methods of economics analysis
•Excellent writing and presentation skills
•A minimum of five years of postdoctoral research work experience
•Considerable experience in public policy analysis and research as well as knowledge management
•Strong track record peer-reviewed publication
•Experience of designing and implementing policy oriented research
•Willingness and ability to work under tight deadlines in a competitive environment
How to apply;
EPRIC is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive package including detailed including healthcare cover.
Applications , including detailed curriculum vitae ; names and addresses of three referees and photocopies of credentials should be sent to the address below;
Applicant ‘s must indicate clearly on top of the envelope the position applied for ;
The Chairman , Board of Management
Economic Policy Research Centre
51 Pool Road , Makerere Campus
P. O. Box 7841, Kampala
Deadline: 23 /08 /2013

Education Specialist Jobs Oportunity in Uganda at IRC Uganda in Kampala

Job Title: Education Specialist

The International Rescue Committee IRC begun working in Uganda in 1998 in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army in the north of the country .
Responsibilities
•Ensure that proposed interventions /activities are based on accepted best practices and strategies for youth that will enhance their future employability;
•Train project staff
•Monitor program performance in meeting established objectives , redesigning initiative as appropriate
•Liaise with technical specialists of partiner organizations and government agencies
•Promote links to technical colleges and training institutions offering relevant programs for target youth;

Qualifications;
•Bachelors Degree (Master’s Degree preferred ) or higher in education , international development or other human development related field .
•Minimum of three years of experience in a leadership position , preferably in Uganda , responsible for developing complex education interventions and the technical aspects related to student assessment , teacher training , educational materials/curriculum development , educational management , educational monitoring and information systems for formal and alternative education programs .
•Experience in managing projects to address issues related to primary and secondary education .
•Experience working with vulnerable children and their households , preferably in Uganda .
•Fluency in English is required
How to apply;
To apply , send CV and cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for to ;
The Human Resource and Administration Coordinator ,
International Rescue Committee
P. O. Box 24672 Kampala OR
Deadline: 09 /08 /2013

Lecturers Hotel and Institutional Catering . Jobs in Uganda at Uganda College of Commerce in Pakwach

Job Title: Lecturers Hotel and Institutional Catering .

Uganda College of Commerce [UCC] Pakwach is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant Vacancy above.

Qualifications;
•Applicants should hold an Honors Bachelors degree in Hotel Management /Home Economics from a recognized University /Institution .
•Possession of a diploma in Hotel and Institutional Catering will be an added advantage but not a requirement .

How to apply;
•The candidate must be willing to work in Pakwach ,
•He/she must have proven computer knowledge ,
•He/she must be a team player and trustworthy
•The salary scale equivalent to U4 lower for lecturers and U5 lower for administrative staff is attractive
•The age limit should not be more than 35 years .
•The Application, giving email address and telephone contact , accompanied with Curriculum Vitae, photocopies of relevant testimonials , names of three referees should be submitted to;
The Principal
Uganda College of Commerce, Pakwach
P.O.Box 26, Pakwach –Nebbi
Deadline: 02 / 08 /2013

Lecturer Secretarial Studies Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at Uganda College of Commerce in Pakwach

Job Title: Lecturer Secretarial Studies

Uganda College of Commerce [UCC] Pakwach is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant Vacancy above.

Qualifications;
•Applicants should hold an Honors Bachelors degree in Secretarial Sciences obtained from a recognized University /Institution.
•Possession of a Diploma in Secretarial Studies will be an added advantage but not a requirement .

How to apply:
•The candidate must be willing to work in Pakwach ,
•He/she must have proven computer knowledge ,
•He/she must be a team player and trustworthy
•The salary scale equivalent to U4 lower for lecturers and U5 lower for administrative staff is attractive
•The age limit should not be more than 35 years .
•The Application, giving email address and telephone contact , accompanied with Curriculum Vitae, photocopies of relevant testimonials , names of three referees should be submitted to;
The Principal,
Uganda College of Commerce, Pakwach
P.O.Box 26, Pakwach –Nebbi
Deadline: 02 / 08 /2013