Careers at The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation – Uganda (Baylor-Uganda)-Social Worker

Job Title: Social Worker (Karamoja Sub region)

Organisation: The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation – Uganda (Baylor-Uganda)
Duty Station: Head Office, Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About Baylor:

The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation – Uganda (Baylor-Uganda) headquartered at Mulago hospital, is a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care and treatment organization that supports the treatment and care of HIV infected and affected Children and Adults. Baylor – Uganda has four operational areas; HIV/AIDS care, treatment and prevention services, maternal child health services, Health Professional training and Clinical Research. Baylor-Uganda is in receipt of UNICEF and PEPFAR grant through CDC.

Job Summary:

The Social Worker will review and monitor the implementation of guidelines for providing community home based care services for comprehensive HIV/AIDS services in Baylor Uganda supported health facilities and communities in line with the project Objectives of HIV/AIDS.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The job holder should hold a Bachelor’s (honors) degree in Adult & Community education or Social Work and Social Administration or Community Psychology or Developmental Studies
-A minimum of three  years’ experience in implementing HIV/ AIDs Home Based Care Programs; with a reputable international NGO, and direct experience with government and donor representatives
-Team and communication skills,
-Networking and partnership skills.
-Be dynamic
-Persuasive & convincing, self- motivated and able to demonstrate high initiative. (
-Excellent riding skills with Permit Class A and able to speak the language of the respective districts in Karamoja.

How to Apply:
All suitable candidates with a desire to work with the Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation should send their applications to: Send a detailed updated 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 least a credit 6 in MATH and ENGLISH.

The Human Resource Manager,
Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda,
Block 5 Mulago Hospital, P.O. Box 72052 clock tower, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256-417-119200/100

Email: applications@baylor-Uganda.org

Deadline: 4th November 2013 by 4PM

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator Vacancy at Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU)

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

Organisation: Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director of Programmes

About RHU:

Reproductive health Uganda (RHU) is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and its core mandate is to promote high quality, high-impact and gender sensitive Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights information and services through capacity building, specialized service delivery, issue specific advocacy and strategic partnerships. It is a volunteer owned and led organization, with the volunteer body having a distinct role to play in governance, but not in actual project management and implementation.

Job Summary:

The M & E Cordinator will develop and implement an effective Monitoring and Evaluation system that address the needs of RHU.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Monitor and evaluate the implementation of RHU Programs and Projects
-Consolidate and analyze Association service statistics and advise management about adherence to programme focus vis a vis strategic plan
-Package RHU programme out-puts and share them with management and stakeholders, periodically
-Contribute to research planning and budgeting process, including developing of concept papers and proposals
-Train staff in the use of M&E, and Research methods
-Facilitate data management of the Association, including production of reports
-Lead in formulating Research, Monitoring and Evaluation system that stimulates learning and measurement of progress
-Lead production, dissemination and utilization of evidence-based research and subsequent results
-Participate in Association annual programme planning and budgeting and production of periodic reports
-Participate in resource mobilization initiatives of the Association
-Perform any other professional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess a Masters degree in Statistics or Computer Science.
-Good working knowledge of Computer packages such as SPSS, Epinfo, Stata, SAS etc and with experience in qualitative as well as quantitative data analysis and dissemination.
-Experience in social research, data base design and maintenance for at least three years.
-Comprehensive knowledge and skills in, monitoring, evaluation and research.
-Proven knowledge and experience in quantitative and qualitative M/E and research methods especially in Reproductive Health;
-Possess the ability to write concise reports and submit them within set deadlines;
-An ability to work effectively under pressure, and to conceptualize, develop and implement performance based improvement strategies.
-Training skills and ability to generate and maintain accurate records
-Individuals with previous NGO experience will have added advantage.

How to Apply:
All those interested should send their applications by post or hand-deliver a letter of application with certified copies of academic transcripts, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other relevant certificates plus contact addresses (e-mail) of 3 referees (including day time telephone numbers) to:
The Executive Director, Reproductive Health Uganda,
P.O. Box 10746,  Kampala, Uganda
Or hand-deliver at: RHU Head Office, Plot 2, Katego
Road, Kamwokya (Opposite Uganda Museum)

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. All forms of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification if discovered. Female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 30th October, 2013 by 5pm

Jobs at Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) in Uganda-Relations Officer

Job Title: Relations Officer (Business Development)

Employer: Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Duties and Responsibilities:

•To participate in organising ICPAU’s events.
•To handle sponsorship and branding of the Institute’s events.
•To assist in the preparation of contractual agreements for sponsors inaccordance with ICPAU policy.
•To assist in the promotion of the image of the Institute to all stakeholders.
•To produce follow-through the literature to sponsors
•To consistently update ICPAU management on the status of sponsorship activities.
•To participate in the development of promotional materials.
•To participate in the creation of partnerships as a promotional tool for the profession and the Institute.
•To assist in the promotion of the Institute’s programmes and activities.
•To assist in promoting use of ICT in reaching the Institute’s stakeholders.
•To assist in the coordination of the organisation of meetings.
•To participate in the preparation of the Institute’s plans and business proposals.
•To carry-out any other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

•The candidate should possess a Bachelors’ degree. A postgraduate qualification in marketing or public relations is an added advantage.
•Skills in Management; supervisory; negotiation; and proposal and report writing.
•At least 2 years of relevant working experience.
•All candidates should exhibit visionary, courteous, self-driven, energetic and commitment
•They should also possess high degrees of integrity who can bring expertise in their fields.
•Excellent command of the English language (both spoken and written).
•Excellent communication and computer skills.
•Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; and resourceful team builders/players.
•Good analytical and problem–solving skills.
•Be creative, innovative and sensitive to quality.

TERMS: All positions have attractive remuneration packages.

How to Apply:
All interested applicants should write to the address below describing how they qualify for the position by quoting the Job Reference Number provided. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Your application should include a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, three references including at least two from previous employers (if any), and functioning telephone numbers/e-mail addresses. Send your application with all the necessary documents in a sealed envelope quoting the job reference number on the envelope to the address below or by email.

Secretary,
Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda,
42 Bukoto Street, Kololo,
P. O. Box 12464,
Kampala,
Uganda.
E-mail: icpau@icpau.co.ug

Website: www.icpau.co.ug

Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013