Job Title: Business Services Specialist
Employer: ACDI/VOCA
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 23rd Jan 2015
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership and technical direction to the;
• Savings and Credit/Association Development Officer
• Honey Support Officer
• Farming as a Business Officer
• Savings and Credit Officer
• Marketing Support Officer
• Support officers under the Business services unit to;
• Develop appropriate training materials
• Offer appropriate TOTs to Field Extension Workers (FEWs) in coordination with the Field Extension Coordinator
• Make periodic follow up of the FEWs on delivery of appropriate trainings to program beneficiaries and that uptake is strong
• Support the Savings and Credit/Association: responsible for the development officer to promote the development of viable farmer associations
• Support the Marketing officer in promoting marketing initiatives at individual farmer, farmer group and association levels covering crops, honey and livestock
• Actively monitor the establishment and development of relevant private sector initiatives targeted at supporting RWANU beneficiaries in the honey sector and others
• Serve as RWANU's liaison officer with other organisations that have agri-business related interventions for purposes of sharing best practices and approaches
• Perform any other task as required by the immediate supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should hold a business related degree with a bias in agribusiness.
• A minimum of five or more years’ professional experience supporting agribusiness initiatives preferably in hard to reach areas like Karamoja.
• Computer literacy skills with excellent command of word processing and spreadsheets
• Possess the ability to supervise staff
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Proven ability to delegate and work with a team
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Language: Fluent written and spoken English language skills are a must.
• NgaKarimojong language skills highly desirable.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who desire to work in the USAID RWANU Project should send their applications (only by e-mail) addressed to the Human Resources Manager attaching their application letters and CV to: jobs@acdivocaug.biz
NB: Women are encouraged to apply as ACDI/ VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.
Thursday, 15 January 2015
Principal Examinations Officer Jobs at Uganda Nurses and Midwives Board (UNMEB)
Job Title: Principal Examinations Officer
Job Ref: UNMEB/HRM/PEO/001/15
Employer: Uganda Nurses and Midwives Board (UNMEB)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 9th Feb 2015
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Update and maintain a database of examinations and awards system at the UNMEB Head Office and ensure that strict procedures are followed for regular back-up of data.
• Actively coordinate the setting of test items for nurses and midwives.
• Present to UNMEB all persons qualified to obtain the respective awards.
• Oversee the examination processes with relevant stakeholders.
• Offer the technical expertise in setting up of an operational and well maintained question item data bank.
• Ensure adherence to Examinations and Awards internal control systems in accordance with UNMEB's Legal and Policy Framework.
• Prepare and compile past examination papers for publication.
• Take part in the preparation of annual budgets and work plans in accordance with the UNMEB Strategic Plan.
• Offer advisory support to the relevant subcommittees of the UNMEB; and,
• Carry out any such other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The ideal candidate should hold a basic degree of BSN in either Nursing, Midwifery or both with evidence of Medical Education; Possession of a Master's degree in a Health related or other field is required
• Demonstrated competence in handling examination matters at Institutional level;
• A minimum of five or more years’ experience in managing Nursing and Midwifery state examinations;-
• Past experience in setting, moderating and marking of written and practical examinations.
• Core Competencies: Strategic planning; organizational skills; confidentiality; professionalism; integrity; Good communication and leadership skills; efficiency and effectiveness; team work and resilience.
Age: Between 35 -55 Years
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their hand written applications to the Executive Secretary, Uganda Nurses and Midwives Examinations Board, Plot 52 (B) & (C) Ntinda II Road Naguru, P.O. Box 3513, Kampala, Uganda.
NB: The complete applications should bear the title of the post as well as the Reference Number (Check at the Top of this Advert) specified against the vacancy, attaching detailed Curriculum Vitae with day time telephone contacts and three referees. Applicants should attach a set of 3 photocopies of their certificates and 3 Passport size photographs.
Job Ref: UNMEB/HRM/PEO/001/15
Employer: Uganda Nurses and Midwives Board (UNMEB)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 9th Feb 2015
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Update and maintain a database of examinations and awards system at the UNMEB Head Office and ensure that strict procedures are followed for regular back-up of data.
• Actively coordinate the setting of test items for nurses and midwives.
• Present to UNMEB all persons qualified to obtain the respective awards.
• Oversee the examination processes with relevant stakeholders.
• Offer the technical expertise in setting up of an operational and well maintained question item data bank.
• Ensure adherence to Examinations and Awards internal control systems in accordance with UNMEB's Legal and Policy Framework.
• Prepare and compile past examination papers for publication.
• Take part in the preparation of annual budgets and work plans in accordance with the UNMEB Strategic Plan.
• Offer advisory support to the relevant subcommittees of the UNMEB; and,
• Carry out any such other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The ideal candidate should hold a basic degree of BSN in either Nursing, Midwifery or both with evidence of Medical Education; Possession of a Master's degree in a Health related or other field is required
• Demonstrated competence in handling examination matters at Institutional level;
• A minimum of five or more years’ experience in managing Nursing and Midwifery state examinations;-
• Past experience in setting, moderating and marking of written and practical examinations.
• Core Competencies: Strategic planning; organizational skills; confidentiality; professionalism; integrity; Good communication and leadership skills; efficiency and effectiveness; team work and resilience.
Age: Between 35 -55 Years
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their hand written applications to the Executive Secretary, Uganda Nurses and Midwives Examinations Board, Plot 52 (B) & (C) Ntinda II Road Naguru, P.O. Box 3513, Kampala, Uganda.
NB: The complete applications should bear the title of the post as well as the Reference Number (Check at the Top of this Advert) specified against the vacancy, attaching detailed Curriculum Vitae with day time telephone contacts and three referees. Applicants should attach a set of 3 photocopies of their certificates and 3 Passport size photographs.
Medical Records Assistant Career Opportunities at Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda
Job Title: Medical Records Assistant - 2 posts, (1
Based in Eastern region, 1 based in West Nile region)
Employer: Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 24th Jan 2015
Job Description:
Role:
Conduct data collection, analysis and generate monthly/quarterly reports then hold feedback meetings with health facility stakeholders to help them adjust their management practices (results-based management system).
Job specifications:
• A Degree in Library and Information Science with additional training in Records Management, Data Management, IT, Computer Science and any other relevant degree
• At least 2 years of work experience in medical data collection and analysis with a reputable international NGO, and government or donor representatives
• Have key personal competencies in teamwork and communication skills, networking and partnership skills
• Must be dynamic, persuasive and convincing, self-motivated and able to demonstrate high initiative
• Must have excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Access, MS Excel, STATA, SPSS, EPiDATA
• Comprehensive knowledge of computer data input equipment and error resolution in data entry
• Must maintain confidentiality
• Must be 25-35 years of age
• Knowledge of local languages is a plus.
How to Apply:
If you have the relevant qualifications and experience, please send your application to the address below not later than 4:00 p.m., Friday 23rd January 2015. Provide a detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements, current position, names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional/Academic documents, email address, and day time telephone contact. You must have at most a credit 6 in Math and English.
Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda
Mulago Hospital- Block 5 Mulago Hospital
P.O. Box 72052, Clock Tower, Kampala – Uganda
Tel: +256 -0417119100, Fax : +256 -0417119166,
Email: applications@baylor-Uganda.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
For more information, please contact on the email address below: THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE CHILDREN’S FOUNDATIONUGANDA, BLOCK 5 MULAGO HOSPITAL, P.O. BOX 72052 CLOCK TOWER, KAMPALA Tel: +256-417-119200/100 EMAIL: applications@baylor-Uganda.org
Based in Eastern region, 1 based in West Nile region)
Employer: Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 24th Jan 2015
Job Description:
Role:
Conduct data collection, analysis and generate monthly/quarterly reports then hold feedback meetings with health facility stakeholders to help them adjust their management practices (results-based management system).
Job specifications:
• A Degree in Library and Information Science with additional training in Records Management, Data Management, IT, Computer Science and any other relevant degree
• At least 2 years of work experience in medical data collection and analysis with a reputable international NGO, and government or donor representatives
• Have key personal competencies in teamwork and communication skills, networking and partnership skills
• Must be dynamic, persuasive and convincing, self-motivated and able to demonstrate high initiative
• Must have excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Access, MS Excel, STATA, SPSS, EPiDATA
• Comprehensive knowledge of computer data input equipment and error resolution in data entry
• Must maintain confidentiality
• Must be 25-35 years of age
• Knowledge of local languages is a plus.
How to Apply:
If you have the relevant qualifications and experience, please send your application to the address below not later than 4:00 p.m., Friday 23rd January 2015. Provide a detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements, current position, names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional/Academic documents, email address, and day time telephone contact. You must have at most a credit 6 in Math and English.
Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda
Mulago Hospital- Block 5 Mulago Hospital
P.O. Box 72052, Clock Tower, Kampala – Uganda
Tel: +256 -0417119100, Fax : +256 -0417119166,
Email: applications@baylor-Uganda.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
For more information, please contact on the email address below: THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE CHILDREN’S FOUNDATIONUGANDA, BLOCK 5 MULAGO HOSPITAL, P.O. BOX 72052 CLOCK TOWER, KAMPALA Tel: +256-417-119200/100 EMAIL: applications@baylor-Uganda.org
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