Job Title: Regional Communications Officer - East Africa
Location: East Africa
Programme: All
Agency: Aga Khan Development Network
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a group of private development agencies working to empower communities and individuals, often in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve living conditions and opportunities, especially in Africa and Asia. The agencies' mandates range from the fields of health and education to architecture, rural development and the promotion of private-sector enterprise. They collaborate in working towards a common goal ' building institutions and programmes that can respond to the challenges of social, economic and cultural change on an ongoing basis.
AKDN is today, active in over 30 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and North America, the Network's underlying impulse is the ethic of compassion for the vulnerable in society. Its agencies and institutions work for the common good of all citizens, regardless of origin, gender or religion. More information.....
The Position
AKDN wishes to deploy an AKDN Regional Communications Officer (RCO) whose remit is to create awareness and raise the profile of the Network, its agencies and activities, throughout East Africa with a current priority on Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania and as required on Rwanda and Burundi. The AKDN RCO will be employed on a full-time basis. Depending upon the successful candidate, the RCO will be based in the AKDN Office in Nairobi, Dar-es-Salaam or Kampala and will report to the AKDN Executive Committee (EC) on AKDN communications matters relating to these respective countries. The RCO will also be expected to develop relationships with all AKDN institutions in the region and develop a working relationship with appropriate managers within those organisations.
In addition, the RCO will form and manage a regional AKDN Communications Committee which will have adequate representation from all three countries and provide high-level guidance and views on communications issues to the AKDN on a regular basis.
The Regional Communications Officer will be expected to:
Take overall charge of the development and implementation of the AKDN Communications Strategy in East Africa.
In consultation with the Executive Committee, develop national country communications priorities and strategies. This will require that the incumbent spends appropriate amounts of time in each of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, and as required in Rwanda and Burundi to manage a systematic rollout of initiatives, communications products and events to deliver the regional EA Communications Strategy.
Under the direction of the EC, develop and manage the AKDN profile in the region while at the same time, monitor, assess and manage reputational risk on an on-going basis.
Develop strong relations with the media in each country, monitor media and manage the image of the AKDN on a proactive basis.
Organise and manage all AKDN external events - aimed at various high level audiences, such as Government officials, the diplomatic community, corporate leaders, the general public etc., as well as major staff events organised by the AKDN offices.
Develop country and regional-specific materials such as AKDN briefs etc. on an on-going basis, in consultation with the AKDN Communications offices in Europe. Manage a databank of related network-wide tools such as relevant pages of the AKDN website, as well as the distribution of other AKDN 'wide material such as calendars, brochures, etc. as well as develop and manage the production of new material and products as required.
Work in liaison with the heads and communications managers of the various AKDN agencies active in the region and align all communications and public relations initiatives under one umbrella.
Work in conjunction with third-party service providers, such as PR agencies, vendors etc. as needed, to deliver the Communications Strategy.
Serve in an Information Officer capacity for the AKDN in East Africa and field all enquiries and requests for information from the media, or others. Develop and manage a database of regional and international journalists resident in each capital as well as a relationship-management system.
Develop a crisis related communications plan in collaboration with the Executive Committee and under the direct supervision of the Department of Communications, based in Europe.
Provide thought leadership and direction, under the guidance of the AKDN Communications Committee, for all future communications strategies and plans.
REPORTING STRUCTURE AND RELATIONSHIPS
The incumbent will report to a senior AKDN Staff member in the East African city in which he/she is based for administrative purposes but will have equal reporting on all communications related matters to Regionally based Senior AKDN Staff in a structured manner.
The incumbent will also have functional reporting to the Department of Communications in Europe regarding communications and development related issues.
Where and when additional administrative support is required, the Communications Officer will work with the AKDN team in that particular country.
The incumbent will establish and maintain relations with communications officers of all AKDN agencies in country and in the region.
The Requirements
The Communications Officer should demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
University degree in a relevant field such as communications, journalism, development etc.
At least 7 years' experience in a PR/communications/marketing role; demonstrating good knowledge of the local scene in Dar-es Salaam, Kampala and Nairobi and be prepared to develop local knowledge of Kigali and Bujumbura.
A strong knowledge base of the local corporate / government / civil society scene in each of the 5 capitals of the EAC will be an asset.
Excellent knowledge of the media in East Africa and strong network of contacts and connections in the regional media.
Ability to travel and reside when required for short periods in each of the countries of the EAC. The incumbent will be expected to spend almost equal time in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania and work as required in relation to Rwanda and Burundi.
A self-starting mindset; able to remain motivated and responsible under limited supervision.
A team player, able to work productively with diverse individuals and organisations at all levels.
A hands-on attitude, taking full personal responsibility for results and working with limited staff resources.
Sensitivity and diplomacy in handling high-profile initiatives and events.
Unquestionable personal integrity, in keeping with the universal AKDN ethos.
Excellent knowledge of East Africa and development issues.
Experience in crisis communications will be an asset.
Working knowledge of communications technologies, including printing, web, apps, etc.
Excellent command of English, written and spoken. A working knowledge of Kiswahili and French is desirable.
Applicants must be eligible to work in either of Kenya, Uganda or Tanzania.
Salary & International Package
Salary and package to attract the best candidate
How to Apply:
To apply,visit;
http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/av/jd?ai=736&ji=2696671&sn=I
Deadline: 31/08/2013
Tuesday 23 July 2013
Public Health Specialist at US Embassy in Kampala.
JOB TITLE: Public Health Specialist-Prevention Branch Chief; FP- 3; FSN-12
Number: 062/2013
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
The Centers for Diseases Control is seeking an individual for the position of Public Health Specialist- Prevention Branch Chief.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Prevention Branch Chief oversees all HIV/AIDS prevention activities funded by CDC (locally or centrally-funded) and implemented either by CDC or through an implementing partner (i.e. NGO, USAID, or GOU). Incumbent serves with full management and supervisory responsibility for the day-to-day programmatic and administrative operations of the Branch. Job holder identifies and develops program implementation strategies and policy, and coordinates prevention activities with CDC Uganda Deputy Director for Programs to ensure that prevention implementation activities adhere to best practices. Incumbent reviews, recommends and/or develops proposals/programs for CDC Uganda to implement or to fund. Incumbent has direct supervisory responsibilities for the Bio-Medical and Behavior Team Lead, the Immunization Advisor, an Administrative Assistant, and indirect supervision of nine Public Health Specialists. Job holder reports to the Deputy Director for Programs.
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 PHD in any of the following: epidemiology, public health, medicine, behavioral or social sciences, health policy, health services research, demography and biostatistics and a Master’s degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration OR completion of a bachelors of medicine and bachelor of surgery and a master's degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration is required.
2. Work Experience required: Eight years work experience in managing large scale public health and/or clinical programs and research is required. Two additional years of experience at the managerial level with multiple staff is required.
3. Language required: Level IV English ability (fluent written, spoken and reading).
4. Knowledge required: Detailed knowledge of USG HIV/AIDS public health programs, strategies, methods, processes and techniques used to plan, develop, implement and evaluate results of prevention programs is required. A detailed knowledge of the range of prevention programs, policies, regulations and precedents applicable to development and administration of national/international public health prevention program is required. Detailed knowledge of the host government health care system and structures including familiarity with MOH policies, program priorities and regulations is required.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in HIV/AIDS prevention; combination prevention interventions including HIV counseling and testing, medical male circumcision, treatment, condoms, behavior change, and structural prevention interventions is required. Thorough public health knowledge of current HIV/AIDS issues is required. Good working knowledge of team management techniques to plan, organize and direct multi-disciplinary project teams and activities and overall administrative requirements, budgeting and fiscal management in support of contracts/cooperative agreements/grants/purchase requisitions is required.
5. Skills and Abilities required: Excellent oral and written communications skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with national and international health partners are required. Well-developed report writing skills. The ability to lead results-driven project teams and workgroups is required. Intermediate user level of word processing, spreadsheets and databases is required. Keyboarding (both speed and accuracy) and computer skills with experience in using agency specific databases and use of advanced spreadsheet functions is required. Budget oversight and statistical report requires a standard level of numerical skills; excellent project management, planning and organization skills; excellent analytical skills; Strong leadership and managerial skills. Demonstrated supervisory skills; Strong motivation and team building skills. Interpersonal, guidance and counseling skills required.
SELECTION PROCESS
When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.
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.
ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
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
Deadline: 01/08/2013
Number: 062/2013
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
The Centers for Diseases Control is seeking an individual for the position of Public Health Specialist- Prevention Branch Chief.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Prevention Branch Chief oversees all HIV/AIDS prevention activities funded by CDC (locally or centrally-funded) and implemented either by CDC or through an implementing partner (i.e. NGO, USAID, or GOU). Incumbent serves with full management and supervisory responsibility for the day-to-day programmatic and administrative operations of the Branch. Job holder identifies and develops program implementation strategies and policy, and coordinates prevention activities with CDC Uganda Deputy Director for Programs to ensure that prevention implementation activities adhere to best practices. Incumbent reviews, recommends and/or develops proposals/programs for CDC Uganda to implement or to fund. Incumbent has direct supervisory responsibilities for the Bio-Medical and Behavior Team Lead, the Immunization Advisor, an Administrative Assistant, and indirect supervision of nine Public Health Specialists. Job holder reports to the Deputy Director for Programs.
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 PHD in any of the following: epidemiology, public health, medicine, behavioral or social sciences, health policy, health services research, demography and biostatistics and a Master’s degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration OR completion of a bachelors of medicine and bachelor of surgery and a master's degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration is required.
2. Work Experience required: Eight years work experience in managing large scale public health and/or clinical programs and research is required. Two additional years of experience at the managerial level with multiple staff is required.
3. Language required: Level IV English ability (fluent written, spoken and reading).
4. Knowledge required: Detailed knowledge of USG HIV/AIDS public health programs, strategies, methods, processes and techniques used to plan, develop, implement and evaluate results of prevention programs is required. A detailed knowledge of the range of prevention programs, policies, regulations and precedents applicable to development and administration of national/international public health prevention program is required. Detailed knowledge of the host government health care system and structures including familiarity with MOH policies, program priorities and regulations is required.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in HIV/AIDS prevention; combination prevention interventions including HIV counseling and testing, medical male circumcision, treatment, condoms, behavior change, and structural prevention interventions is required. Thorough public health knowledge of current HIV/AIDS issues is required. Good working knowledge of team management techniques to plan, organize and direct multi-disciplinary project teams and activities and overall administrative requirements, budgeting and fiscal management in support of contracts/cooperative agreements/grants/purchase requisitions is required.
5. Skills and Abilities required: Excellent oral and written communications skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with national and international health partners are required. Well-developed report writing skills. The ability to lead results-driven project teams and workgroups is required. Intermediate user level of word processing, spreadsheets and databases is required. Keyboarding (both speed and accuracy) and computer skills with experience in using agency specific databases and use of advanced spreadsheet functions is required. Budget oversight and statistical report requires a standard level of numerical skills; excellent project management, planning and organization skills; excellent analytical skills; Strong leadership and managerial skills. Demonstrated supervisory skills; Strong motivation and team building skills. Interpersonal, guidance and counseling skills required.
SELECTION PROCESS
When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.
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.
ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
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
Deadline: 01/08/2013
Procurement Officer Job Vacancy at Makerere University in Kampala
Job Title: Procurement Officer (2)
Salary scale: M6
Reports to: Senior Procurement Officer
Role
To ensure proper management and value for money for procurements and disposals handled by the Sub PDUs in Constituent Colleges under delegated authority.
Duties.
(i)To provide technical advice and guidance to the Sub-Contracts Committee and the User Units in the College.
(ii)To provide Secretariat services to the Sub Contracts Committee.
(iii)To receive procurement requisition forms (PP Form 20) for micro procurements(ie not exceeding Shs.2 million) from User units in the College, solicit at least three quotations for each requisition, analyze them and prepare LPOs in favor of the firms with the best evaluated prices.
(iv)To receive procurement requisitions (PP Form 20) for macro procurements (ie above 2 millions) from User units in the College and prepare solicitation documents for procurements within the prescribed thresholds for the delegated authority.
(v)To issue the solicitation documents to bidders.
(vi)To receive and open the bids after closing the bid submission.
(vii)To nominate Evaluation teams, seek approval from the Sub-Contracts Committee and take the lead in evaluating bids for macro procurements.
(viii)To prepare Evaluation Reports and present them to the Sub- Contracts Committee for approval.
(ix)To prepare and distribute the Agenda for the Sub- Contracts Committee meetings.
(x)To write minutes of the Sub- Contracts Committee meetings.
(xi)To prepare the Best evaluated bidder notices and the Contracts Committee decisions.
(xii)To prepare and issue the local purchase orders (LPOs) and/or contracts after approval of the Evaluation Reports by the Sub- Contracts Committee.
(xiii)To prepare periodic reports on the procurements and disposals to
the Main Contracts Committee through the Main PDU.
Key outputs;
i)Procurement & disposal process properly managed
ii)Procurement and disposal records (files)
iii)Evaluation reports
iv) Local purchase orders and contract agreements
iv)Minutes of the Sub- Contract Committee meetings
v)Periodic reports on procurements and disposals for submission to the main Contracts Committee through the Main PDU on monthly basis.
Minimum Academic Qualifications Required
(i) At least a Bachelors degree (Honours) in procurement/purchasing or a related field
Other Requirements
(i) Must have minimum of two years working experience in procurement.
(ii) Familiarity with the Public procurement and disposal procedures.
(iii) Must be Computer literate
Tenure of appointment: Permanent terms of service.
Age limit: Applicants should not exceed 50 years of age
Applications should be delivered to the Employment Division Office Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:
The Director
Human Resources
Kampala.
P.O. Box 7062
Closing Date: 5th - August - 2013
Salary scale: M6
Reports to: Senior Procurement Officer
Role
To ensure proper management and value for money for procurements and disposals handled by the Sub PDUs in Constituent Colleges under delegated authority.
Duties.
(i)To provide technical advice and guidance to the Sub-Contracts Committee and the User Units in the College.
(ii)To provide Secretariat services to the Sub Contracts Committee.
(iii)To receive procurement requisition forms (PP Form 20) for micro procurements(ie not exceeding Shs.2 million) from User units in the College, solicit at least three quotations for each requisition, analyze them and prepare LPOs in favor of the firms with the best evaluated prices.
(iv)To receive procurement requisitions (PP Form 20) for macro procurements (ie above 2 millions) from User units in the College and prepare solicitation documents for procurements within the prescribed thresholds for the delegated authority.
(v)To issue the solicitation documents to bidders.
(vi)To receive and open the bids after closing the bid submission.
(vii)To nominate Evaluation teams, seek approval from the Sub-Contracts Committee and take the lead in evaluating bids for macro procurements.
(viii)To prepare Evaluation Reports and present them to the Sub- Contracts Committee for approval.
(ix)To prepare and distribute the Agenda for the Sub- Contracts Committee meetings.
(x)To write minutes of the Sub- Contracts Committee meetings.
(xi)To prepare the Best evaluated bidder notices and the Contracts Committee decisions.
(xii)To prepare and issue the local purchase orders (LPOs) and/or contracts after approval of the Evaluation Reports by the Sub- Contracts Committee.
(xiii)To prepare periodic reports on the procurements and disposals to
the Main Contracts Committee through the Main PDU.
Key outputs;
i)Procurement & disposal process properly managed
ii)Procurement and disposal records (files)
iii)Evaluation reports
iv) Local purchase orders and contract agreements
iv)Minutes of the Sub- Contract Committee meetings
v)Periodic reports on procurements and disposals for submission to the main Contracts Committee through the Main PDU on monthly basis.
Minimum Academic Qualifications Required
(i) At least a Bachelors degree (Honours) in procurement/purchasing or a related field
Other Requirements
(i) Must have minimum of two years working experience in procurement.
(ii) Familiarity with the Public procurement and disposal procedures.
(iii) Must be Computer literate
Tenure of appointment: Permanent terms of service.
Age limit: Applicants should not exceed 50 years of age
Applications should be delivered to the Employment Division Office Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:
The Director
Human Resources
Kampala.
P.O. Box 7062
Closing Date: 5th - August - 2013
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