Job Title: Office Assistant/ Driver
Organisation: The Parliamentary Pension Scheme (PPS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Administration Officer
About PPS:
The Parliamentary Pension Scheme (PPS) was established by the Parliamentary Pensions Act 2007 as a Contributory Hybrid Cash Balance Retirement Benefit Plan for the Members of Parliament of Uganda and the staff of the Parliamentary Commission. The Scheme is managed by a Board of Trustees, constituted in accordance with the Act.
Job Summary: The Office Assistant/ Driver will maintain and operate office vehicle and provide administration support services.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-Operate and maintain the Scheme’s vehicle.
-Maintain schedule for all activities and events involving transport.
-Maintain and update records for motor vehicle movement, repairs, servicing, insurance and consumables.
-Ensure cleanliness of the office and motor vehicle.
-Deliver and collect mails and general documents.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The job holder should possess a Certificate in Office Practice/Office Administration.
-Valid driving license with classes B and CM or DM.
-Possess a Certificate in Defensive Driving or basic mechanical engineering qualification is an added advantage.
-A minimum of five (5) years of accident free driving record with a reputable public or private organization.
-Computer literacy skills (Office based applications).
-Confidentiality, Diligence & Reliability.
-Excellent organizational skills.
-Good time management skills.
-Excellent interpersonal skills.
-Excellent customer relations skills.
-Language proficiency: Fluency in written & spoken English is a must.
Age: Between 25-40 years
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should attach copies of their Curriculum Vitae stating three (3) current referees, certified copies of Academic Transcript, Certificates, Testimonials and a recent passport size photograph.
All applications should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Parliamentary Pension Scheme, P.O. Box 7178, Kampala, Uganda
The applications may also be hand delivered to the Parliamentary Pension Scheme office, Plot 7 Parliament Avenue, Bauman House, Room WG11.
Deadline: 14th February 2014 by 17:00 Hours
Tuesday 4 February 2014
Supply and Logistics Officer Job Vacancy at the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
Job Title: Supply and Logistics Officer
Organisation: United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Supply Manager
About UNICEF:
UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund, is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. Uganda is one of the over 190 countries and territories around the world where we work to overcome the obstacles that poverty, violence, disease, and discrimination place in a child’s path.
Job Summary: The Supply and Logistics Officer will primarily be responsible for assisting in the procurement, distribution and monitoring of UNICEF's supplies, in support of the Country Programme.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-Assists in the implementation of the supply component of the Country Programme, including a system for the procurement and distribution of supplies to all project sites.
-Interacts with the Programme Section in the preparation of appropriate documents: Supply plans, Supply / contracts requisitions and purchase orders, etc.; according to procurement specifications and supply procedures.
-Support the Supply Manager with logistics planning, and arrangements facilitating efficient clearance, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment to end-users from ports of entry and warehouses.
-Embark on local procurements, as required.
-Participates in CRC. When required, maintains contact with customs and immigration officials, follows up on preliminary supply clearance documentations to facilitate timely customs clearance of supplies and equipment, in keeping with established protocol.
-Performs field visits to project sites and sub-offices to inventory and monitor supply inputs.
-Proposes corrective actions to improve logistical procedures.
-Identifies training needs and develops training activities in supply management for UNICEF's staff/consultants and counterparts, designed to improve supply delivery
-Performs any other duties, as required, by the Supply Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The candidate should possess a University degree in Business Administration, Supply & Logistics Management or related field.
-A minimum of two years of professional work experience in supply/logistics management at the national and international levels.
-Demonstrated analytical and negotiating skills.
-Ability to implement training.
-Possess the ability to respond effectively to emergency needs,
-Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in an international multicultural environment.
-Fluency in both spoken and written English
Personal Competencies:
-Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Drive for Result; Working With People
-Functional Competencies (Required): Applying Technical Expertise; Following Instructions and Procedures; Planning and Organizing
How to Apply:
UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_ MukasaApplication.
UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:
Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,
Plot 9, George Street,
P.O. Box 7047, Kampala-Uganda.
Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org
Deadline: 8th February, 2014
Organisation: United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Supply Manager
About UNICEF:
UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund, is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. Uganda is one of the over 190 countries and territories around the world where we work to overcome the obstacles that poverty, violence, disease, and discrimination place in a child’s path.
Job Summary: The Supply and Logistics Officer will primarily be responsible for assisting in the procurement, distribution and monitoring of UNICEF's supplies, in support of the Country Programme.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
-Assists in the implementation of the supply component of the Country Programme, including a system for the procurement and distribution of supplies to all project sites.
-Interacts with the Programme Section in the preparation of appropriate documents: Supply plans, Supply / contracts requisitions and purchase orders, etc.; according to procurement specifications and supply procedures.
-Support the Supply Manager with logistics planning, and arrangements facilitating efficient clearance, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment to end-users from ports of entry and warehouses.
-Embark on local procurements, as required.
-Participates in CRC. When required, maintains contact with customs and immigration officials, follows up on preliminary supply clearance documentations to facilitate timely customs clearance of supplies and equipment, in keeping with established protocol.
-Performs field visits to project sites and sub-offices to inventory and monitor supply inputs.
-Proposes corrective actions to improve logistical procedures.
-Identifies training needs and develops training activities in supply management for UNICEF's staff/consultants and counterparts, designed to improve supply delivery
-Performs any other duties, as required, by the Supply Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
-The candidate should possess a University degree in Business Administration, Supply & Logistics Management or related field.
-A minimum of two years of professional work experience in supply/logistics management at the national and international levels.
-Demonstrated analytical and negotiating skills.
-Ability to implement training.
-Possess the ability to respond effectively to emergency needs,
-Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in an international multicultural environment.
-Fluency in both spoken and written English
Personal Competencies:
-Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Drive for Result; Working With People
-Functional Competencies (Required): Applying Technical Expertise; Following Instructions and Procedures; Planning and Organizing
How to Apply:
UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_ MukasaApplication.
UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:
Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,
Plot 9, George Street,
P.O. Box 7047, Kampala-Uganda.
Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org
Deadline: 8th February, 2014
Wednesday 8 January 2014
Programme Officer Jobs at The Royal Danish Embassy (DANIDA) in Kampala, Uganda
Job Title: Programme Officer
Organisation: The Royal Danish Embassy (DANIDA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Team Leader
About DANIDA:
Denmark is one of the leading and long standing bilateral partners to Uganda in social, economic and political development. The overall objective of Denmark's development cooperation is to combat poverty and promote human rights, democracy, sustainable development, peace and stability.
Job Summary: The Programme Officer will primarily be responsible for a broad range of tasks within Denmark's development cooperation with Uganda. Initially, she/ he will work with the Growth team at the Embassy. The team is responsible for the Embassy's activities within the area of growth, employment and private sector development.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
·The Programme Officer should possess a Master's Degree within the social sciences or in a development related field, such as Public Financial Management, Public Administration and Management or Development Economics.
·Additional related qualifications will be an advantage.
·At least five years’ post graduate professional experience from working in an international organization, government or private sector in Uganda.
·Comprehensive knowledge and interest in the area of development aid or social and economic development
·Prior experience from management of development programmes, including financial management and aid effectiveness
·Good working knowledge of IFMIS and Public Financial Management at sector level, including sector budget support and basket funding would be an advantage, preferable from the water sector
·Willingness and ability to work for the priorities and interests of the Danish Government
·Strong analytical and writing skills
·Good operational skills
·Well-developed communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.
·Knowledge of Danish will be considered a special advantage
·Strong social skills, not least flexibility, responsibility and integrity
·Ability to work independently but enjoys cooperating with others in a team structure
·Shows initiative and has the ability and stamina to achieve results
·Ability to handle complex situations under pressure
How to Apply:
If interested in working in the Danish embassy in the portfolio of “Programme Officer,” please send your CV and cover letter with three work related references to the address or e-mail below. Please mark your application: "DK -- Programme Adviser". E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
NB: While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group, Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante P.O. Box 12405, Kampala - Uganda
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Deadline: 17th January, 2014 by 5pm
Organisation: The Royal Danish Embassy (DANIDA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Team Leader
About DANIDA:
Denmark is one of the leading and long standing bilateral partners to Uganda in social, economic and political development. The overall objective of Denmark's development cooperation is to combat poverty and promote human rights, democracy, sustainable development, peace and stability.
Job Summary: The Programme Officer will primarily be responsible for a broad range of tasks within Denmark's development cooperation with Uganda. Initially, she/ he will work with the Growth team at the Embassy. The team is responsible for the Embassy's activities within the area of growth, employment and private sector development.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
·The Programme Officer should possess a Master's Degree within the social sciences or in a development related field, such as Public Financial Management, Public Administration and Management or Development Economics.
·Additional related qualifications will be an advantage.
·At least five years’ post graduate professional experience from working in an international organization, government or private sector in Uganda.
·Comprehensive knowledge and interest in the area of development aid or social and economic development
·Prior experience from management of development programmes, including financial management and aid effectiveness
·Good working knowledge of IFMIS and Public Financial Management at sector level, including sector budget support and basket funding would be an advantage, preferable from the water sector
·Willingness and ability to work for the priorities and interests of the Danish Government
·Strong analytical and writing skills
·Good operational skills
·Well-developed communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.
·Knowledge of Danish will be considered a special advantage
·Strong social skills, not least flexibility, responsibility and integrity
·Ability to work independently but enjoys cooperating with others in a team structure
·Shows initiative and has the ability and stamina to achieve results
·Ability to handle complex situations under pressure
How to Apply:
If interested in working in the Danish embassy in the portfolio of “Programme Officer,” please send your CV and cover letter with three work related references to the address or e-mail below. Please mark your application: "DK -- Programme Adviser". E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
NB: While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group, Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante P.O. Box 12405, Kampala - Uganda
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Deadline: 17th January, 2014 by 5pm
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