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

 

Click Here

 

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

Job Title: Warehouse Officer (2 Career Vacancies)

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

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

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

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

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

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

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

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

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

Production Officer Job Vacancies at Quality Chemical Industries Ltd in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Production Officer (2 Career Opportunities)

Organisation: Quality Chemical Industries Ltd (QCIL)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Production Manager

About QCIL:
Quality Chemical Industries Ltd (QCIL) is a pharmaceutical plant, producing anti-retroviral and anti-malarial drugs at Luzira Industrial Park in Uganda. QCIL is a joint venture between Quality Chemicals Ltd-a local drug distribution company and Cipla Ltd-a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer from India.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Ensuring that appropriate validations and calibrations of equipment are well effected and records taken
=Maintaining up-to-date documentation including SOPs, change control systems and procedures
=Raising T.I sheets for product process and cleaning validation of purified and portable water analysis as per schedule
=Monitoring punch and dies inventory records

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Production Officer should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
=At least a year’s experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing set up.

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with the above requirements via post or hand deliver them to with their application letters, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications, contact details for three (3) professional referees and a day-time telephone number to the address below:
The Human Resources Manager,
Quality Chemical Industries Ltd.
Luzira Industrial Park,
P.O. Box 34871, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:  Tuesday, 18th of February 2014 by 5:00pm.

Internship Vacancies at Micro-Credit Development in Entebbe, Uganda

Job Title: Intern

Organisation: Micro-Credit Development
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

About Project:
This project offers motivated interns the opportunity to gain hands-on micro-credit and business training experience to kick-start a career in international development. The organisation you will be working for was set up over two years with the aim of encouraging growth in rural communities. Micro business loans are given to single mothers or widows to start income-generating businesses, which helps them rise out of poverty and create positive living conditions for themselves and their families.

The project finds community members who are not working, trains them in basic business management skills and gives them micro-loans to start a business of their choice. The members are put in a group of six who are meant to support each other in finding solutions to the challenges facing their businesses. For the cooperative business projects the members are encouraged to work as a group towards the creation of one product or service, such as a cooperative bakery.

Since its inception the project has assisted over fifteen individual female-led rural households. In addition, over twenty households have benefited from a co-operative piggery project. The organisation is currently working on a 30 member co-operative solar bakery project that will be located on an isolated island in Lake Victoria. This is an ambitious and growing project and your contribution can help make a tangible difference in poor communities.

Job Summary: The Intern will be tasked to work with our local staff to hold meetings with the micro-loan members, visit and assess progress of their businesses, and discuss business challenges and solutions. In addition, he/she will assist in the identification of skills which may be required for the better running of their businesses, assess other women's groups that may benefit from the project, and raise awareness of the projects aims.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The Intern will be assisting in programmes that provide credit assistance for self-help savings, sound banking policies for the poor, and revolving funds for those in need.
He /she will also be coordinating meetings and training sessions for NGOs which assist poor communities to build up savings, credit and form linkages with banks.
Offering support to village self-help groups to independently develop financial institutions to manage profit-making programs and activities.
The Intern will be creating workshops to introduce the concept of micro-credits and micro-finance to new communities.
Elaborating business plans and facilitate access to micro-credit by working with local communities.
Offering administrative support.

You will also get to share your time with the HIV/AIDS education project. This involves educating the women about the various ways of preventing the spread of HIV, mobilising them for HIV testing, giving out free condoms and encouraging them to pass the information on to their male family members and partners.

You will be met at Entebbe international airport in Kampala by a project representative and taken to the project location to begin your placement, after a full orientation to Kampala.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should exhibit high enthusiasm and interest in working in the micro finance sector

You will stay in accommodations near to the project, which you will share with other participants during your stay.
You will have access to a fully equipped kitchen and clean bathroom.
The friendly coordinators and staff will do their best to make sure you are comfortable and safe.
Fluency in conversational English
Full travel & medical insurance
Necessary vaccinations
 Necessary flights & visas

Benefits after Internship:

Skills in collaborating with local staff to improve access to micro-credit for entrepreneurs striving to improve their economic well-being
Practical experience in holding meetings, discussing business plans and offering lines of credit
Opportunities for economists, development professionals and students
Opportunities for dissertation research

What's Included: Project Fee includes all food, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, 24-hour support and integration into the project. We charge a flat, one-off Placement Fee of £295 GBP per person per project. This covers our costs for promoting the project and providing our services. We offer full pre-departure support (for all necessary flights, visas and vaccinations) and on-going assistance throughout your placement.

How to Apply:
If you so desire to seize this internship opportunity, please visit web link below to visit recruitment website

Click Here

Deadline: Monday, 10th February 2014.

Career at St Francis Chapel Makerere-Chaplain

Job Title: Chaplain

Employer: Makerere University (St Francis Chapel)

Duty Station:  Kampala

St Francis Chapel, is one of the three Chaplaincies under the Dean of Students’ office, Makerere University, is the Chaplaincy of the Church of Uganda (Anglican), under the jurisdiction of the Diocese of Kampala.   The Chaplin reports to the Dean of Students of the University and is accountable to the Bishop of Kampala Diocese for his ecclesiastical duties.  St Francis Chapel is seeking to fill the vacant position of Chaplain.

1.Objective of the Position

The mission of St Francis Chapel is “to make disciples who will make disciples”.  The role of the Chaplain is to ensure and manage the provision of services of Christian worship, mission, ministry and discipleship to Makerere University Church of Uganda community (students, staff and their families, and visitors) and other members of the St. Francis Chapel.

2.Key Functions

-Planning for, managing conducting and ensuring the provision of pastoral care, liturgical, pastoral and initiation services including baptism, confirmation, Holy Communion, weddings and funerals, as the incumbent;
-Managing superintending over and ensuring adequate provision of orderly worship services at St Francis Chapel, including (not limited to) Sunday Worship Services;
-Developing and implementing discipleship and missions programmes for all the ages – children, youths, young adults, single and married people, families and senior citizens;
-Organizing seminars, conferences, missions and other programmes for students;
-Planning for and providing Anglican Chaplaincy services to all Makerere University schools and institutes and other related Institutions, including Makerere College School;
-Staff supervision and development, for both ordained and Lay staff of the Chapel.

3.Person Specification

-Should be an ordained priest of the Church of Uganda (Anglican) in good standing, with relevant experience of 5 years;
-Not exceeding 55 years of age;
-Should have well-developed pastoral, managerial and leadership skills, in particular team leadership, strategic planning, inter-personal relationships, listening and discernment skills;
-An effective communicator, and able to work with youth in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary setting;
-Must hold at least a Master’s degree in Theological Studies or its equivalent from an institution recognized by the Church of Uganda.

4.Remuneration M.6 Salary Scale

Terms: An initial contract of two years renewable subject to satisfactory performance following 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

Careers at Datum Africa Limited in Kampala-STORES OFFICER

Job title: STORES OFFICER

Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
Location: Kampala
Job category: Procurement
Min. years of experience: 4 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree

REPORTING TO: DIRECTOR

About Datum:
Datum Africa Limited is a young and dynamic company focused on building long term brands in East Africa. Based in Kampala, Datum Africa specializes in the distribution of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), including food and non-food products, as well as Tyres.
Datum Africa is seeking a qualified individual for the position of STORES OFFICER at the Warehouse in Kampala.



Main duties:

•To be responsible for maintenance and management of the inventory.
•Responsible for verification of customer invoices before order dispatch.
•Responsible for the supervisory role of the stores team to ensure timely order release and in the right quantity.
•Manage the performance of the stores team.
•Responsible for periodic (monthly) physical stock taking in liaison with the marketing and finance departments.
•Responsible for verification of material quantities before signing of the Goods Received Notes.
•Responsible for timely submission of periodic reports to the finance department.
•Maintain control over all internal and external material dispatch and systems.
•Plan, schedule and co-ordinate daily stores activities in liaison with Sales Department

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

•A Bachelor’s degree – Procurement & Supply Chain Management or the equivalent.
•At least 4 years’ experience in a senior stores management position, with a verifiable track record in inventory management.
•Strong strategic skills and proven leadership profile.

PROFILE;

•Excellent interpersonal skills
•Highly motivated, self-starter, high energy, positive and inspiring
•Confident, self-assured, participative management style with ability to lead a strong team.
•Excellent communicator in both oral and written
•Strong strategic and planning skills

How to apply:
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates with the above qualifications should please forward their applications no later than 11th December 2013 to the address below:
Attn: Director
Datum Africa Limited
Plot 14/28 Kibira Rd, Industrial Area, P.O. Box 3554 Kampala, Uganda.
Fax: (+256)414-344602
Email: neeral@datum.com.hk

Closing date: December 11, 2013 - 5pm

Careers at Roofings Rolling Mills in Kampala, Uganda-Stores Assistant

Job Title: Stores Assistant

Organization: Roofings Rolling Mills
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Stores Manager

About Roofings:

Roofings Rolling Mills envisions becoming one of East Africa's largest supplier of international quality steel raw materials for galvanized/prepainted sheets, steel bars, rods, angles, beams, channels, round bars, flats and galvanised wires all in a variety of sizes. As a sister company to leading steel products manufacturer, Roofings Ltd, the two companies together will provide a large portion of the region's steel requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Issuing items at the stores counter.
-Receiving and verifying of goods received in stores
-Continuous physical stock taking
-Updating GRN and incoming register
-Maintaining order in the store.
-Tagging of items
-Perform any other duties as assigned by the Stores manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a Diploma in procurement and stores management or business related discipline
-At least two years experience in stores management preferably in manufacturing industrial sector.
-Computer literacy is a must

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their hand-written applications accompanied by relevant testimonials, curriculum vitae with recent photograph, with names and contact details of three (3) referees should be addressed to: Human Resources Manager, Roofings Limited, Plot 126 Lubowa Estate Entebbe Road, P. O. Box 7169 Kampala, Uganda or hr@roofings.co.ug.

Deadline: Monday, 4th November 2013

Town Agent Careers at Nebbi District Service Commission

Job Title: Town Agent

Employer: Nebbi  District  Service Commission

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Purpose;

•To  ensure  that  taxes   are  promptly  paid  and law  and order  maintained  in the  Ward .

Qualifications:

•A   Uganda Advanced  Certificate  of  Education  (UACE) from  a recognized  Instititution  or  Ordinary  level  of Certificate  plus  a Certificate  in Public  Administration and Management  or
•Social  Work  and Social  Administration  and  Management  or  Social  Work  and Social  Administration  or
•Education  or  Environmental Management  or Community  Development

How to apply:
Applications  are   hereby  invited  from  suitably  qualified  persons  to  fill the  under  mentioned  vacancies  available  in the  establishment  of Pakwach  Town  Council  .

Applications  should  be  in Triplicate  3 copies  each  with  photocopies  of academic  certificates and other  supporting  documents  plus  3 passport   size  photographs  and be  submitted  to the  Seccretary  District  Service  Commission  , P. O. Box  1, Nebbi.

Application  Forms  are  obtainable  from  District  Service  Commission  Offices  country  wide   and Public  Service  Commission  Offices  , Kampala .

Those  already  in Government  Service  should  route  their applications  through  their  Heads  of  Department  who  should  be informed  to avoid necessary delays .

Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013

Careers at Stop Malaria Project (SMP) in Uganda-Cleaner Jobs

Job Title: Cleaner (2 Positions)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
   
Job Description:

• Dispose the garbage appropriately in time
• Ensures office toilets are kept clean at all times
• Maintain cleanliness of office premises
• Clean tables, window glasses and office furniture and Mope floors

Requirement:

• A certificate in any discipline
• Fluent in spoken and written English

How to apply:
Please deliver copies of your CV, academic transcripts/ testimonials and three professional referees to: Johns Hopkins University, Center for Communication Programmes, Plot 15 Binayomba Avenue, Bugolobi (same street as Royal suites and Ambrossoli International School)
Application Deadline: 10th Oct 2013

Family Tracing Officer Jobs at Invisible Children in Uganda

Job Title: Family Tracing Officer

Duties:
• Provide  family  tracing  support  for key  individuals  within  the  LRA;  establish  a relationship with  needed  stakeholders  and  utilize  them  for defection messaging content
• Provide  content  for  FM  stations  across  the  region by gathering  defection  messages  from  family   members of current  LRA members  across  northern  Uganda
• Take  photos of  returnees safely at home  with their  families  for use on  Invisible  Children  defection  fliers and for  external   communications by  IC HQ  or  other  IC  offices .

Qualifications
• The  candidate should have  a Bachelor’s  degree  in Social  Sciences  or in  communications  related  disciplines.
• Excellent  communications  and  analytical  skills  are  essential
• At least  minimum  of  3 years  experience  in  similar  assignments
• Fluency  in Luo  is relevant  to the  assignment .

How to apply:
All interested  candidates  should  submit their  application letters  , a detailed  CV  and  a  one-page  motivation letter to;
Regional HR and Admin. Manager  -Invisible
Children Regional Office
Kampala Office; Plot 24 Bazarabusa Rise,
Bugolobi Kampala
Gulu Office: Plot 101 Acholi Road  , Pece Gulu

Application Deadline: 20th Sept 2013

Office Cleaner Job Vacancy at IOM International Organization for Migration in Kampala

Job Title:  Office Cleaner

Duties:
• Maintain  all toilets  with  the  highest possible  hygiene  and replenish  sanitary  materials  as deemed  necessary
• Deliver  and pick up  mail and other documents  from various offices  on the premises  at regular intervals , as requested
• Daily   cleaning  and  removal  of waste  of  all  rooms  , furniture , equipment  and floors  within  your designated  area
• The cleansing of the  kitchen will include  cleaning  dishes , fridge /freezer, cooker ,microwave  and  floor

Qualification and Experiences, Skills:
• Completed a Secondary  School  diploma  from  an accredited  academic  institution , with one years  experience in a similar  position .
• At least one year’s relevant experience in the field.
• Readiness  to work  with a team  of multicultural backgrounds
• Fluent  in English

How to apply;
All interested  candidates  should  submit  a cover  letter  and CV  detailing  previous  relevant  work  experience  to IOM HR   department at  hruganda@iom.int.
Application Deadline: 15th Sept 2013

Careers at Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development-Environmental and Social Safeguard Officer

Job Title: Environmental and Social  Safeguard  Officer

Employer: Ministry  of Energy  and  Mineral Development

Qualifications
• University  Degree  in Environmental  Management /Environmental Science .
• Proven  experience  with  community development  and land  acquisition  for project  development initiatives .
• At least 5 years  of relevant  experience  in similar  assignments  specifically  in the   supervision  and  reporting  of/for  donor  funded  projects
• Must  be  computer  literate .
• Must  have  good  analytical  and communication  skills

Responsibilities:
• Supervise  the  proper  implementation of  the environmental  and  social  mitigation  measures  for  the  Ministry projects.
• Supervise and  monitor  implementation of the  resettlement  Action  Plan .
• Manage  aspects  relating  to communications  and  disclosure  of land  acquisition  related  aspects  under  the  Program
How to apply
If your  qualifications  and experience   match any  of these  roles  , please  email  your application  quoting  the relevant  job title  to Executive  Selection  Division , KPMG   at  the  following  email  address :  esd@kpmg.co.ug
Application Deadline: 20th Sept 2013

Transaction Support Staff Job Vacancy at EY Building a better World in Kampala

Job Title: Transaction Support Staff
Application Deadline: 11th September 2013

EY Building a better working world. Emst & Young leader in insurance, Tax and Transaction Advisory Services.

Duties
•Perform industry and company research utilizing online tools and publicity available information
•Participate and assist in preparing for meetings with target management teams
•Assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties
•Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel
•Prepare client documents and participate in client interactions

Qualifications
•The candidate should have a or minimum of a second upper degree in B.Com Accounting /Finance Degree , CPA/ACCA qualification will be an added advantage .
•The right candidate have a minimum of two years experience in either a big audit firm or financial services .

How to apply
If you believe you are a high performer and have the skills and qualifications outlined above, Kindly submit your application, CV and relevant testimonials in support of your academic qualifications outlined above , kindly submit your application, CV and relevant testimonials in support of your academic qualifications online:
Click experienced , Then select job search , New window will open and under the location drop down , choose Uganda and click search for jobs . All Ugandan vacancies will appear. Choose the appropriate vacancy and apply , Please ensure that you upload your CV , transcript/testimonial, CPA,ACCA,CCNA,MCSE, or any relevant qualification certificates.
Go to www.ey.com/careers

Regional Security Technician Jobs at US Embassy in Uganda

Job Title: Regional Security Technician; FP-6 FSN-81

Employer: US Embassy
Duty Station: Uganda
Application Deadline: 21/08/2013

"The American Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Regional Security Technician."
Basic Function of Position
Under the direct supervision of the Officer in Charge/Technical Security Officer (OIC/TSO), the incumbent conducts inspections, installations, maintenance and repairs of unclassified technical security equipment and devices.  He/she studies and makes recommendations for ways to improve the effectiveness of the security systems at the US Embassy Kampala and on occasion, provides support to other U.S. Government facilities in the AF region.
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html

Qualifications Required
NOTE:  All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education required: Completion of a two year diploma in   electronics/electrical/mechanical engineering is required.
2.  Work Experience required: Four years of hands-on field experience in major repairs and installation of electrical and heavy-duty mechanical equipment, reading and interpreting architectural and engineering (A&E) design drawings; and experience with closed circuit television, public address systems and/or vehicle arrest systems is required.
3.  Language required:  Level III English ability (good working knowledge written, spoken and reading) and level II Luganda, Lusoga, Lunyankole, Teso or Swahili ability (rudimentary speaking, written and reading) is required.
4. Knowledge required: Should have good knowledge and/or experience in installing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electronic systems; hydraulic and/or pneumatic equipment; in working with different types of steel, concrete and masonry wall construction, anchors and bolts. Awareness of general responsibilities of Mission agencies/offices outside of TSO section.
5. Skills and Abilities required: Ability to read blueprints and schematic diagrams of electrical and mechanical drawings; ability to use electronic test equipment; should be able to rectify problems associated with security equipment independently; ability to use MS Excel, Access and Word software and Internet search engines and ability to use special lifting equipment and/or coordination of unskilled laborers.
The nature of work may require working from a ladder, in crawl spaces, above ceiling areas and other non-office areas of a building structure.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a manual transmission car.
Must be able to frequent travel, may travel alone or as part of a regional security team on a quarterly basis or as needed.

Selection Process
After an initial application screening, applicants will be invited to a testing process that may include a written examination and oral interviews.  The selected candidate must pass pre-employment medical and security investigations before beginning work.  The initial appointment period is one year, subject to renewal.
Normally, candidates for employment are hired at the first step of the designated pay grade.  In some instances, candidates may be hired at a higher step when exceptional qualifications or previous governmental service and pay level so warrant.  The Human Resources Officer will make the decision with the concurrence of the employing section.

Additional Selection Criteria
1.  Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and visa status in determining successful candidacy.
2.  Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3.  Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
4.   Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their appointment.
5.   Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

How To Apply
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1.  Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174).
2.  A current resume or curriculum vitae.
3. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.  Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
4.  Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
Submit Application To;
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov.
Clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone:  0414-306001/259-791/5
Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Boiler Operator Jobs at Mukwano Group of Companies in Uganda

Job Title: Boiler Operator

Employer: Mukwano Group of Companies
Duty Station: Kampala
Application Deadline: 30th Aug 2013

Job Details;
Mukwano Group of Companies is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant position above.
Responsibilities
• Control heat and steam levels in boilers
• Operate controls and observe gauges to regulate heat and steam levels ,
• Install burners and auxiliary equipment
• Shovel coal/coke into the firebox using hand tools
Requirements
• Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or any other related field.
• Certificate in Boiler Operations will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in maintenance and operation of steam boilers and chillers in a busy manufacturing environment .
How to apply
Applications with copies of academic credentials , testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae CV indicating contact details of three referees should be sent by post , e-mail or hand delivered to;
The Human Resource Department ,
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda

Chief of Party Jobs Opportunity in Uganda at Futures Group Uganda in Kampala

Job Title: Chief of Party

Futures Group develops and delivers innovative , locally relevant , evidence based solutions to improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
Requirements
•Masters degree or higher ;
•A minimum with local governments , civil society and communities
•Past experience of managing and operating large USG supported donor projects at a senior level.
•Experience interacting with local government partiners and civil society organizations and
•Excellent representational and communication skills, written and oral proficiency in English and verbal communication skills in one or more local languages .
•Experience in developing program work plans and budgets , and managing implementation , staff and short-term technical assistance .
How to apply
Please submit the following information to Joshua Best (jbest@futuresgroup.com)
An updated CV ,
Three professional references (name, title , organization, email address , telephone number); A USAID 1420 form and a completed application through our website:www.futuresgroup.com
Please state the name of the position in the subject line of the email and indicate New Vision Uganda as the location where you first saw this adsvertisement .
Deadline: 21/08 /2013

Disaster Risk Reduction Officer Jobs at Australian Red Cross in Uganda

 Job Title: Disaster Risk Reduction Officer

Employer: Australian Red Cross
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 12th Aug 2013

Help Uganda Red Cross develop monitoring and evaluation tools that can assess the impact of its
disaster risk reduction activities and identify areas for improvement.
As the frequency and impact of disasters such as landslides and flooding increase in Uganda, so does the demand on Uganda Red Cross’ disaster response operations.
To reduce vulnerability and build community resilience to disasters Uganda Red Cross implements a range of activities, from tree planting to promotion of energy saving technology to education. It is seeking the support of an Australian volunteer to develop a Disaster Risk Reduction strategy and gather documented evidence of how its activities have increased community resilience.
The volunteer will help to review existing documentation including program plans and strategies and develop recommendations for strengthening the disaster risk reduction program. They will provide technical support in the development of monitoring and evaluation tools to assess the impact of the program, document findings of good practice and share this with relevant stakeholders.
This is a volunteer assignment under the Australian Volunteers for International Development (AVID) program, an Australian Government, AusAID initiative. Airfares, living allowances, accommodation, insurance and other support is provided through the program.
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Extension Representatives Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at Sugar Corperation Limited in Jinja

Job Title: Extension Representatives

Sugar Corporation of Uganda Limited is part of Mehta Group of Companies and one of the leading producers of mill White Sugar in the Country .
Qualifications
•Certificate in Agriculture
•2 years and above practical experience in Agricultural sector.
•Commensurate with experience and qualifications .
How to apply
Handwritten application with a CV and photocopies of Academic Certificates/Testimonials, names and address of 2 referees, letter of recommendation from the previous employer and telephone contact should be submitted by post or direct delivery to the following address within 10 days from the date of this advertisement .
The Dy. G.M. Human Resources,
Sugar Corporation of Uganda Ltd ;
P.O.Box 1-Lugazi
Deadline: 20 /08 /2013

Income Generating Activity Officer Jobs in Uganda at Food Security and Livelihoods in Uganda in Kampala

Job Title: Income Generating Activity Officer

Food Security and Livelihoods in Uganda .
Responsibilities
•Help small scale local farmers to identify and develop market links for their products such as honey, tree seedlings , crop produce , etc ,
•Collect relevant data for socio-economic monitoring and studies for best IGA development and implementation of work plans and budgets ;
•Distribute inputs to project beneficiaries and maintain accurate records of the same ;
•Work closely with other technical officers (Soil and Water Conservation officer , Agro forestry Officer , M&E officer , etc) to generate success stories emanating from the project ;
Requirements
•First degree in Agricultural economics /Agribusiness management , economics , business development . Post graduate studies in enterprise and business development is an added advantage .
•Four or more years work experience with a focus on business and enterprise development or related interventions ; however a candidate is highly preferred to have good knowledge and understanding of agricultural business development and market linkages .
•Familiarity with Non government, government and foreign and project operations .
•Computer literacy with standard business software including Word , Excel and Powerpoint .
How to apply
Applications should include a cover letter , CV with at least three referees, copies of academic certificates and a daytime telephone contract telephone contact . For email applications please note that attached documents should not be larger than 3 MB. Any larger email will not be considered.
Address your email application to :fsasst.ug@acf-international.org mentioning income Generating Activity Officer in the subject line.
Address your hand copy application to the Base Administration in ACF bases in Uganda -Gulu, Otuke, Moroto, or Kaabong , and Food Security & Livelihoods Coordinator in Kampala on Plot 4303 Kiwafu Road Kansanga,. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted .
Deadline: 12 /08 /2013

Grant Reporting Officer Jobs Vacancy in Uganda at VSO International in Kampala

Job Title: Grant Reporting Officer

VSO is an international development agency that works through volunteer professionals to fight global poverty and disadvantage.
Job Entails
•Sub grant management : Ensure all sub grantee budgets are effectively managed and expenditure monitored on a regular basis. Manage the reporting for sub grantees meetings all external deadlines .
•Budget management : Work with the Finance manager to ensure that grant budgets are effectively managed , including regular reporting . Contribute to the production of annual budgets/re-forecasts.
•Financial management: Submit monthly cash flow forecasts to cover program activities for the next period . Ensure income has been received and internal controls are adhered to. Deliver training to country office staff, as required . Contribute towards funding proposals .
Qualifications
•Part qualified accountant , idearly studying to complete an accounting qualification.
•Degree in accounting , finance or related subject .
•At least 3 years experience of financial planning and sub grant accounting .
How to apply
VSO values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community .
Please submit your CV and a one page letter explaining why you should be considered for the role . Please email
vsouga@vsoint.org. Only applicants who will respond electronically will be considered.
Deadline: 16 /08 /2013