Job Title: Business Development Manager

Description of the company and business

Parth International (U) Limited, a member of the world freight network is a medium sized logistics company that was incorporated in 1999. The company’s major services are; Customs clearance, Shipping logistics, Transport cargo, Logistics consultancy, Storage and warehousing, Packaging and Handling of specialized cargo among others.

In our own on-going growth plan, we would like to hire young, dynamic and aggressive professionals to fill the following positions;

1. Business Development Manager

This is a managerial position reporting to the General Manager. As part of our changing business model, Parth International (U) Ltd continues to grow at a steady pace while assisting our clients to manage the logistical duties as they concentrate on their core businesses. We are thus seeking a self-motivated individual to provide, identify and develop business opportunities for the company’s creative solutions.

Overall
? Prepares the annual Business Development Plan; as well as prepares the annual Work Plan.
? Define and follow up of yearly targets and objectives.
? Develop and implement strategies for new products and services.
? Determine new opportunities by analyzing business needs.
? Provide direction, guidance to the department to ensure alignment with the Company strategies.
? Generating leads for possible sales and follow-up sales activity
? Advising on, drafting and enforcing sales policies and processes
? Manage and coordinate all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities
? Strengthen business relationships with existing and new clients
? Carry out Market analysis and deliver accurate business reports.
? Attend workshops, trade shows, and seminars to keep up-to-date on changes in the industry.

Account Management
? Increase the company’s involvement with existing client through customer visits, seeking feedback, and request for referrals among others.
? Serves as a lead facilitator both internally and externally for projects.
? Develop and manage client communication tools such as the corporate website, fliers and other promotional items

Business Development and Marketing
? Pro-actively target organizations and establish communications with those businesses that can benefit from our Company’s services.
? Possess drive, motivation and acute attention to detail in ensuring all sales opportunities to Parth International are captured and explored
? Further develop multi-tier relationships to organically grow the clients’ accounts. Build referral and lead generation network
? Develop the corporate brand strategy to keep the Parth International brand in our client’s minds
? Develop and manage marketing tools and collateral for existing and new clients
? Develop and implement business models so as to create new ventures
? Forecast long and short-range market potential in the Uganda and the East Africa Region for Management’s analysis
? Adopt a hands-on approach in monitoring the implementation and execution of marketing programmes
? Presenting Parth International to potential clients through direct communication in face to face meetings, telephone calls and emails.
? Actively and successfully manage the sales process: LEAD GENERATION; credentials pitch; asking questions; SOLUTION PITCH; negotiation; CLOSE OF DEAL; handover to the account management team
? As a representative of Parth International at industry events and tradeshows, your professional manner and polished appearance will aid your intention of gaining new business leads and contacts
? Managing and maintaining a pipeline and ensuring all sales administration is current
? Create and be accountable for all client proposals, contracts and any further documentation, following Parth International procedure.
? Responding to tenders and requests for information in a timely manner
? You will effectively interact with other departments including the account management and technical team when handing over campaigns ensuring you fully and correctly brief in all aspects of the sale
? Keeping abreast of issues affecting clearing and forwarding, customs, warehousing, transport and the entire industry and collecting competitor intelligence

Personal qualities, skills and experience:

Typically a candidate for the role will hold a related university degree and is most likely to be expected to be able to demonstrate progress and achievement in their career to date. Most recently, they will have worked in a commercial role for more than two years within a similar business where they will have played a key role in winning services contracts.

Ideally, you will bring broad industry knowledge and awareness allowing Parth International to contribute strongly to our client’s success. Parth International is seeking candidates with a range of commercial experience and levels of responsibility, preferably with Logistics Management background. Operating in a responsive management environment, you will need to be able to influence and communicate well in a multi-cultural environment.

You must be a confident negotiator with the ability to ‘close the deal’ with hands on problem-solving experience, with the ability to generate ideas and practical solutions. You will have a positive and determined approach to analyzing new business opportunities; Ability to cope with competing demands and to prioritize tasks; Strong communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation; Excellent organizational and time management skills; the candidate must possess excellent needs analysis skills, A positive attitude to dealing with people, and be capable of working independently, and having responsibility as an individual

Fluency in written and oral English is a pre-requisite, and all responses should be submitted in English. A clear highlight of Swahili language, all local and international languages spoken and written should also be included.

How to Apply
For more information, please visit Parth International at: http://www.parthuganda.com.

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your application together with your CV, quoting Business Development Manager or Operations Manger in the header, to info@blegscope.co.ug and parthug@utlonline.co.ug or deliver a hard copy of your application, most recent CV and academic credentials to; Plot 3 Parliament Avenue, Raja Chambers, Kampala – 1st Floor, Room F21/F22; by Wednesday 8th June 2011.

Description of the company and business

Parth International (U) Limited, a member of the world freight network is a medium sized logistics company that was incorporated in 1999. The company’s major services are; Customs clearance, Shipping logistics, Transport cargo, Logistics consultancy, Storage and warehousing, Packaging and Handling of specialized cargo among others.

In our own on-going growth plan, we would like to hire young, dynamic and aggressive professionals to fill the following positions;

Job Title: Business Development Manager

This is a managerial position reporting to the General Manager. As part of our changing business model, Parth International (U) Ltd continues to grow at a steady pace while assisting our clients to manage the logistical duties as they concentrate on their core businesses. We are thus seeking a self-motivated individual to provide, identify and develop business opportunities for the company’s creative solutions.

Overall
? Prepares the annual Business Development Plan; as well as prepares the annual Work Plan.
? Define and follow up of yearly targets and objectives.
? Develop and implement strategies for new products and services.
? Determine new opportunities by analyzing business needs.
? Provide direction, guidance to the department to ensure alignment with the Company strategies.
? Generating leads for possible sales and follow-up sales activity
? Advising on, drafting and enforcing sales policies and processes
? Manage and coordinate all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities
? Strengthen business relationships with existing and new clients
? Carry out Market analysis and deliver accurate business reports.
? Attend workshops, trade shows, and seminars to keep up-to-date on changes in the industry.

Account Management
? Increase the company’s involvement with existing client through customer visits, seeking feedback, and request for referrals among others.
? Serves as a lead facilitator both internally and externally for projects.
? Develop and manage client communication tools such as the corporate website, fliers and other promotional items

Business Development and Marketing
? Pro-actively target organizations and establish communications with those businesses that can benefit from our Company’s services.
? Possess drive, motivation and acute attention to detail in ensuring all sales opportunities to Parth International are captured and explored
? Further develop multi-tier relationships to organically grow the clients’ accounts. Build referral and lead generation network
? Develop the corporate brand strategy to keep the Parth International brand in our client’s minds
? Develop and manage marketing tools and collateral for existing and new clients
? Develop and implement business models so as to create new ventures
? Forecast long and short-range market potential in the Uganda and the East Africa Region for Management’s analysis
? Adopt a hands-on approach in monitoring the implementation and execution of marketing programmes
? Presenting Parth International to potential clients through direct communication in face to face meetings, telephone calls and emails.
? Actively and successfully manage the sales process: LEAD GENERATION; credentials pitch; asking questions; SOLUTION PITCH; negotiation; CLOSE OF DEAL; handover to the account management team
? As a representative of Parth International at industry events and tradeshows, your professional manner and polished appearance will aid your intention of gaining new business leads and contacts
? Managing and maintaining a pipeline and ensuring all sales administration is current
? Create and be accountable for all client proposals, contracts and any further documentation, following Parth International procedure.
? Responding to tenders and requests for information in a timely manner
? You will effectively interact with other departments including the account management and technical team when handing over campaigns ensuring you fully and correctly brief in all aspects of the sale
? Keeping abreast of issues affecting clearing and forwarding, customs, warehousing, transport and the entire industry and collecting competitor intelligence

Personal qualities, skills and experience:

Typically a candidate for the role will hold a related university degree and is most likely to be expected to be able to demonstrate progress and achievement in their career to date. Most recently, they will have worked in a commercial role for more than two years within a similar business where they will have played a key role in winning services contracts.

Ideally, you will bring broad industry knowledge and awareness allowing Parth International to contribute strongly to our client’s success. Parth International is seeking candidates with a range of commercial experience and levels of responsibility, preferably with Logistics Management background. Operating in a responsive management environment, you will need to be able to influence and communicate well in a multi-cultural environment.

You must be a confident negotiator with the ability to ‘close the deal’ with hands on problem-solving experience, with the ability to generate ideas and practical solutions. You will have a positive and determined approach to analyzing new business opportunities; Ability to cope with competing demands and to prioritize tasks; Strong communication skills in all forms including written, oral, email, telephone, and presentation; Excellent organizational and time management skills; the candidate must possess excellent needs analysis skills, A positive attitude to dealing with people, and be capable of working independently, and having responsibility as an individual

Fluency in written and oral English is a pre-requisite, and all responses should be submitted in English. A clear highlight of Swahili language, all local and international languages spoken and written should also be included.

Job Title: Operations Manager

This is a managerial position reporting to the General Manager. As part of our changing business model, Parth International (U) Ltd continues to grow at a steady pace while assisting our clients to manage the logistical duties as they concentrate on their core businesses. We are thus seeking a self-motivated individual to plan, direct and coordinate business operations at the Kampala office. This position's primary responsibility is ensuring organizational effectiveness by providing leadership for the organization's operation’s functions

Roles
• Overall supervision of the entire operations’ staff to ensure maximum effectiveness and productivity.
• Oversee the company’s shipping, clearing and forwarding operations.
• Liaising with existing and new clients on assignments, coordinating the company’s activities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of organizational strategies, policies and practices.
• Keep company abreast of port regulatory policies and publications.
• Manage daily operations,
• Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services through improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between functions.
• Drive initiatives in the management team and organizationally that contribute to long-term operational excellence.
• Plan the use of company resources including materials and employees.
• Ensure the best turnaround time on service delivery.
• Reviewing and editing requirements and providing recommendations related to proposed solution for various problems of the firm.
• Providing and suggesting improvement methods for client’s organization.
• Ensuring that the issues concerned to employees in the organization are resolved in a timely manner.
• Support the accounts department with billing and following up on receivables.
• Represent the company and ensure close cooperation with other stakeholders in the industry.

Personal qualities, skills and experience:

Typically a candidate for the role will hold a related university degree and is most likely to be expected to be able to demonstrate progress and achievement in their career to date. Most recently, they will have worked in a commercial role within a similar business.

Ideally, you will bring broad industry knowledge and awareness allowing Parth International to contribute strongly to our client’s success. Parth International is seeking candidates with a range of commercial experience and levels of responsibility, preferably with Logistics Management background. Operating in a responsive management environment, you will need to be able to influence and communicate well in a multi-cultural environment.

You should be able to take independent decisions and make difficult choices; have the makings of a good leader who can motivate people in the project, have a very high urge for achievement and should be committed. You must have the intelligence to act as backbone to implement tough decisions. Computer knowledge and excellent communication skills required so as to manage the business. Excellent organizational and time management skills; the candidate must possess excellent needs analysis skills and a positive attitude to dealing with people.

Fluency in written and oral English is a pre-requisite, and all responses should be submitted in English. A clear highlight of Swahili language, all local and international languages spoken and written should also be included.

For more information, please visit Parth International at: http://www.parthuganda.com.

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your application together with your CV, quoting Business Development Manager or Operations Manger in the header, to info@blegscope.co.ug and parthug@utlonline.co.ug or deliver a hard copy of your application, most recent CV and academic credentials to; Plot 3 Parliament Avenue, Raja Chambers, Kampala – 1st Floor, Room F21/F22; by Wednesday 8th June 2011.

Job Title: Operations Manager

This is a managerial position reporting to the General Manager. As part of our changing business model, Parth International (U) Ltd continues to grow at a steady pace while assisting our clients to manage the logistical duties as they concentrate on their core businesses. We are thus seeking a self-motivated individual to plan, direct and coordinate business operations at the Kampala office. This position's primary responsibility is ensuring organizational effectiveness by providing leadership for the organization's operation’s functions

Roles
• Overall supervision of the entire operations’ staff to ensure maximum effectiveness and productivity.
• Oversee the company’s shipping, clearing and forwarding operations.
• Liaising with existing and new clients on assignments, coordinating the company’s activities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of organizational strategies, policies and practices.
• Keep company abreast of port regulatory policies and publications.
• Manage daily operations,
• Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services through improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between functions.
• Drive initiatives in the management team and organizationally that contribute to long-term operational excellence.
• Plan the use of company resources including materials and employees.
• Ensure the best turnaround time on service delivery.
• Reviewing and editing requirements and providing recommendations related to proposed solution for various problems of the firm.
• Providing and suggesting improvement methods for client’s organization.
• Ensuring that the issues concerned to employees in the organization are resolved in a timely manner.
• Support the accounts department with billing and following up on receivables.
• Represent the company and ensure close cooperation with other stakeholders in the industry.

Personal qualities, skills and experience:

Typically a candidate for the role will hold a related university degree and is most likely to be expected to be able to demonstrate progress and achievement in their career to date. Most recently, they will have worked in a commercial role within a similar business.

Ideally, you will bring broad industry knowledge and awareness allowing Parth International to contribute strongly to our client’s success. Parth International is seeking candidates with a range of commercial experience and levels of responsibility, preferably with Logistics Management background. Operating in a responsive management environment, you will need to be able to influence and communicate well in a multi-cultural environment.

You should be able to take independent decisions and make difficult choices; have the makings of a good leader who can motivate people in the project, have a very high urge for achievement and should be committed. You must have the intelligence to act as backbone to implement tough decisions. Computer knowledge and excellent communication skills required so as to manage the business. Excellent organizational and time management skills; the candidate must possess excellent needs analysis skills and a positive attitude to dealing with people.

Fluency in written and oral English is a pre-requisite, and all responses should be submitted in English. A clear highlight of Swahili language, all local and international languages spoken and written should also be included.

For more information, please visit Parth International at: http://www.parthuganda.com.

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your application together with your CV, quoting Business Development Manager or Operations Manger in the header, to info@blegscope.co.ug and parthug@utlonline.co.ug or deliver a hard copy of your application, most recent CV and academic credentials to; Plot 3 Parliament Avenue, Raja Chambers, Kampala – 1st Floor, Room F21/F22; by Wednesday 8th June 2011.

Heifer International - Job opportunity

Background:
Heifer International is an international NGO that started in 1944 in USA. In Uganda, Heifer International began operations in 1982, and has continued to support families to end hunger, poverty while caring for the earth. Heifer International is currently spread nationwide, supporting over 105 farmers' groups in over 60 districts nationwide. Program interventions have been in nutritional security, household income, promotion of domestic biogas technology and poverty reduction through provision of livestock-integrated farming. Through the famous zero grazing farming system, which is nationally synonymous with Heifer International, Heifer International has provided a reliable source of food and nutrition, income and self esteem to over 3,500,000 resource constrained families direcrly since 1982. Heifer International Uganda has continued to expand her program in different other new districts with different viable interventions. HI, therefore, wishes to recruit professional personnel to fill up the positions below.

1. Program Coordinator - Uganda Domestic Biogas Program
Duty Station: Kampala
Job summary:
Develop and implement the promotion and marketing, extension and quality management strategy to establish a commercially viable market-oriented biogas industry for the program;
Supervise and implement program activities as agreed upon; Supervise program staff to ensure quality of program implementation; Develop, implement and maintain a program-wide monitoring system and initiate program monitoring and evaluation activities correspondingly;
Network with stakeholders involved in the Biogas Sector at all levels;
Identify and report programmatic and financial issues to the country director on a regular basis, strengthen linkages with private sector in biogas related issues; Spearhead planning and review of program performance;
To ensure submission of accurate financial and programmatic reports on a bi-annual basis or as needed to assess the progress of the project, among others.

Essential job Skills:
Interpersonal; leadership and team building skills, stress management and time management, Computer literate, collaboration and networking, supervision, report writing, presentation, ability to communicate via: email, instant messenger as required. Facilitation, mentoring and coaching skills and ability to work with a multi cultural team will be an added advantage.

Minimum Professional Qualifications and Experience:
Masters in Business Administration, Development Studies, Agricultural Economics or any other Agricultural related post graduate degree, Relevant trainings in Enterprise development, Organizational Development and Project planning and management at a post graduate level is an added advantage, 4 years experience in senior positions with International NGO, Report writing, practical data analysis skills.

2. Position Title: Biogas Engineer

Duty Station: Kampala

Job Summary: The Biogas Engineer will be the head of the Biogas Program Technical Unit, Development of the program's biogas plant design(s), proper documentation of all technical details and formulation of standards for construction, maintenance and appliances; Develop and implement a quality management system that provides accurate monitoring of the program-wide quality of plant construction and after sales services; Develop elaborate manuals on plant construction, maintenance and operation; Responsible for the continuous improvement of plant design and appliances, guided by feedback from the quality management system and field experience and initiates R&D activities and proposes appropriate solutions for the entire program.

Essential job Skills:
Ability to execute multiple tasks;
leadership and team building skills, tress management and time management, Computer skills, collaboration and networking, supervision, report writing, presentation, ability to communicate via:
email, instant messenger as required. Minimum Professional Qualifications and Experience:
Masters Degree in Engineering preferably in structural Engineering;
3 years hands-on experience in this field, Practical skills in Project Planning and Management, Enterprise Development and Applied Research.

3. Position Title: Program Officer Duty Station: Kampala

Job Summary:
To participate in proposal writing and resource mobilization for the Program
Prepare letters of agreements for the approved projects and disseminate them to the various projects, donors and HPI-HQ for the required signatures;
Coordinate project reporting annually, biannual and any other reporting and disseminate to the
projects, donors and HPI-HQ; Receive, verify and disseminate data from the field to enable data capture;
Coordination of calendar and timetable / diary revisions for the entire organization;
Coordinate both program and staff meetings and follow-up on the implementation of agreed activities as agreed upon;
Records and information management;
Secure relevant documents and maintain a proper record of non-record filing system and ensure that records are up to date and filed and archived;
Supervise the operations of the resource Centre and identify suitable information required for the program;
Handle all program correspondence and make all necessary responses to Country Director's attention;
Assist in scheduling appointments and meetings for the Country Director , ensuring all information required for the meetings is
prepared;
To make travel arrangements and hotel bookings for staff and visitors.

Minimum Professional Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration or any relevant degree with at least three years experience in administrative support or similar employment. Experience in working with international organizations is an added advantage but not a mandatory. Basic computer skills, writing and analytical skills. An ability to organize and prioritize tasks and work independently is essential. Effective written and oral communications skills, good interpersonal skills. Self motivation and working with minimum supervision with ability to work long or irregular hours as determined by project deadlines.

Persons who meet the specific job requirements above should send copies of certificates, one page individual capability statement, an application letter with a C.V indicating current salary, indicate place of job posting and two professional referees to: The Country Director on P.O. Box 28491, Kampala or hand delivered application to Plot 1 Yusuf Lule Road, Nakasero not later than Application Deadline: May 27, 2011 on the address above. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. Canvassing is completely prohibited and automatically leads to disqualification.
Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer.

4. Position Title: Business Development Officer (BDO)
Duty Station : Kampala

The primary role of the BSDO is to provide technical leadership in all development related work of the program. He/ She will work with all staff, partners and other stake holders to advance entrepreneurship discipline among program participants. This will be through facilitation, mentoring, coaching, and training to attain an empowered and entrepreneurial cadre of actors that will drive a sustainable, vibrant and commercially viable biogas sector in Uganda. He/She will work closely with the UDBP Team members to enhance program quality and ensure increased biogas benefits to the clients. He/she will be expected to apply best practices in business advisory, training, monitoring and reporting to keep abreast with the developments in the Biogas sector.

Job Summary:-
Lead the process of developing and implementing the BDS strategy for the program. Undertake continuous situational analysis to update the BDS market assessment to ensure strong grasp of actors in the sector and explore partnerships that can add value to program quality and reach. Advice biogas beneficiaries and biogas based enterprises on the best practices in the renewable energy sector. Support staff and partners to mobilize potential biogas clients to link up with SACCOs and other financial institutions for biogas. Work with interested financial institutions to develop biogas loan products, including marketing of those products among the potential beneficiaries. Collaborate with Management of the Strategic Implementing Partners in implementing formulated business strategies, guiding them in monitoring and evaluating performance and tracking budget utilization. Design and deliver tailored training programs in business management to staff, masons, BCEs, promoters, clients, suppliers and other partners.

Network and manage consultative forums and meetings with staff, clients and stakeholders. Develop effective and strong working relationships with business partners and biogas beneficiaries. Prepare various investment reports and updates for sharing with the program and stakeholders in the different regions. Work hand in hand with the Communication and Promotion Officer in developing and distribution of biogas promotional materials and conducting media awareness programs

Minimum Professional Qualifications and Experience:
A minimum of Bachelor`s degree in Business Administration, commerce, marketing rural development course. A post graduate training in Business Management will be an added advantage. Must have at least 3 years experience in BDS related work or service, Commodity marketing, promotion of energy development enterprises. Private sector experience especially in marketing, financial solutions will be an added advantage. The candidate should be mature, independent minded, with high self drive and results oriented.

Essential Skills Desired:
Must be a person of high integrity, show initiative and be ready to work with minimum supervision. Should possess excellent writing skills. Must be excellent in MS office. Excel and other computer applications. Ability to meet tight deadlines.

Persons who meet the specific job requirements above should send a capability statement, copies of certificates, cover letter with a C.V indicating current salary, indicate place of job posting and two professional referees to:

The Country Director

P.O. Box 28491 Kampala

or hand delivered application to Plot 1 Yusuf Lule Road, Nakasero not later than Application Deadline: June 6th, 2011 on the address above.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Canvassing is completely prohibited and automatically leads to disqualification. Please note that this job is open to ONLY Ugandans.

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Job Title: Senior Mobile Money Design and Architecture Expert (MMDAE)

Company: Grameen Foundation

Vacancy: Senior Mobile Money Design and Architecture Expert (MMDAE)
REPORT TO: MFSI Project Director
Location: Kampala
Country: Uganda
Job Description (Duties):

Job Summary:

The Senior Mobile Money Application Design and Architecture Expert (MMDAE) will assist to integrate MM platform to various financial institutions. He/she will lead the design, specification and development teams.
Essential Job Functions:

Carry out research on various MM, banking, financial institutions and integration platforms,
Design and architect secure middleware infrastructure capable of connecting, and facilitating transaction between different m-Money and financial institutions systems
Design, architect and develop mobile applications that are layered over this middleware platform, extend the existing capabilities of MTN’s MM platform, and leverage existing financial networks, focusing on financial inclusion at the BOP Collect integration requirements and write specifications and related design and implementation documentation & roadmaps for these systems and applications
Write test plans and execute unit, assembly, application, and integration testing to certify applications with mobile operators and financial institutions.
Work closely with development teams to develop, test and deploy these systems and applications

Necessary Qualifications:

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Deep commitment to eradication of poverty and alignment with Grameen Foundation’s mission
Experience working in developing countries
Experience in developing technology for highly security-sensitive environments, financial and banking institutions
Financial application architecture and development skills (+)
Mobile application architecture and development skills (+)
Familiarity with existing financial systems, and various financial transaction platforms, including FundamoUser-oriented application design experience, including user-interface design, ethnographic research and usability testing
Belief in the potential to leverage information and communication technology (ICTs) for the benefit of poor people –with practical experience.
Some knowledge of the mobile money space
fluent in oral and written English

Education and Experience:

Masters degree in engineering, software development, computer science or related discipline
5+ years working experience in an design/architecture role

How to Apply: Interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers to;

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to grameenjobs@nftconsult.com. ( In the Subject line please indicate the position you are applying for i.e "Senior Mobile Money Design and Architecture Expert (MMDAE)")

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online
Fluent in oral and written English

Deadline:2011-06-03

Job Title:MFSI Research Disseminator

Company: Grameen Foundation

Vacancy: MFSI Research Disseminator
REPORT TO: Project Director
Location: Kampala
Country: Uganda
Job Description (Duties):

Job Summary:

The MFSI Research Disseminator will work with the AppLab team to develop the research plan for the incubator and determine product ideas that could be tested. He/she will also disseminate research findings.

Essential Job Functions:

Develop a research plan for the incubator
Work with the AppLab team to determine product ideas that could be tested
Work with Research Coordinator to hire and monitor researchers in the field
Analyze data collected
Write-up research findings in various forms (blogs, monthly updates, reports etc.)
Design monitoring and evaluation framework
Monitor and write-up user feedback from the field
Share feedback with designers who will make alteration to product prototypes

Necessary Qualifications:

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Deep commitment to eradication of poverty and alignment with Grameen Foundation’s mission
Experience working in developing countries
Understanding of both qualitative and quantitative research methods
Experience in the dissemination of research findings, both through formal (academic publications) and informal (blogs etc.) channels
Strong writing skills
Understanding of technology, particularly mobile applications.
Experience managing fieldworkers
Belief in the potential to leverage information and communication technology (ICTs) for the benefit of poor people –with practical experience.
Knowledge of the mobile money space

Education and Experience

At least post-graduate degree (PhD preferred)
5+ years experience in research disseminator role

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers to;

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to grameenjobs@nftconsult.com. ( In the Subject line please indicate the position you are applying for i.e "MFSI Research Disseminator")

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online

Deadline: 2011-06-03

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is looking for a communications and media consultant for at least 3 months. This person should be a professional who is passionate about advancing Reproductive Health and Rights, Gender Equality, and Population & Development in Uganda. You must be a person with proven management and substantive experience in corporate and development communications in the areas of Reproductive Health and Rights, Gender and Population. You will be part of a dynamic team in assisting UNFPA in leading on advice and managing corporate and development communication for UNFPA Uganda Country Offi ce in liaison with its partners.

For this consultancy post, you will need 5 – 7 years of proven experience in corporate and development communication, including advertising and marketing of organizations and programmes. You will also require substantial experience in networking with media houses, events management and advocacy related work. Subscribing to the values of the United Nations is essential and knowledge about how the United Nations works will be an advantage.
Readiness to travel to UNFPA field locations and other supported programmes will be necessary. You will be someone who is a self-starter, able to see through initiatives and bring energy, drive, ideas and innovations to the work of UNFPA in Uganda. You will be a person who works well in a multi-disciplinary setting, across different sectors and management levels and able to work competently in a variety of media.

You should have a track record of achieving results, a believer in teamwork and a strong communicator. You will be skilled in partnership and networking, including with the media.
Full Terms of Reference for the Communications and Media Consultant can be accessed on the website at: http://uganda .unfpa.org
Email applications:
1. Should be sent to vacancyug@unfpa.org
2. Applications should be less than 10MB. (This includes the Cover letter and the P11 Form).
3. The subject of the email should clearly refl ect the position you are applying for and include your full names. i.e. REF: Vacancy Name (Applicant’s Name)

Deadline for applications:June 10th, 2011

UNFPA provides a work environment that refl ects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity, and a healthy work life balance.

NOTE: There is no application processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

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Job Title: IT Marketing Executive

An ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Successful completion of a Bachelors Degree, preferably with emphasis in Marketing & Management
• The ability to successfully market to existing clients and establish relations with new clients
• Be a quick learner and think outside-the-box
• Be a Go-Getter and carrying a Can-Do attitude
• Experience in the field of IT is preferred with minimum experience of 2 years
• Ability to communicate well and develop long-term relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Position: Stationery Marketing Executive (1 post)
An ideal candidate will possess the following:
• Successful completion of a Bachelors Degree, preferably with emphasis in Marketing & Management
• The ability to successfully market to existing clients and establish relations with new clients
• Be a quick learner and think outside-the-box
• Be a Go-Getter and carrying a Can-Do attitude
• Experience in the field of Stationery is preferred with minimum experience of 2 years
• Ability to communicate well and develop long-term relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.

If you feel that you possess the above, please send us your resumes and cover letter at the following address: sarah@saioffice.co.ug not later than 30th May, 2011 by 5:00pm.
Sai Office, a member of Ramco Group, is an equal opportunity employer and offers a very competitive benefit package.
Please visit us at www.sai-office.com and www.ramco-group.com

Job Title: Administration and Human Resource Officer

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts in The Uganda Capacity Program which is implemented by IntraHealth. Applications should either be submitted in person to IntraHealth offices at Plot 20B, Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo or sent by email to jobs-uganda@intrahealth.org to be received not later than 6th June, 2011. Applications should include the title of the post being applied for.

Applicants should attach photocopies of their certificates and testimonials. IntraHealth International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Job Title: Administration and Human Resource Officer

The Administration and Human Resource Officer will be responsible for efficient management of human resources, project assets, equipment and vehicles including Office logistics and maintenance. She is responsible for ensuring transparency, compliance and accountability at all levels and in all areas of Human Resource, Procurement, Administration and Logistics management

Specifically s/he will:
• Ensure achievement of administrative tasks to support program activities as outlined in workplans
• Ensure high quality performance in administrative operations of the Uganda Capacity Program.
• Ensure responsive technical assistance to government and other stakeholders
• Lead the efforts in procurement ensuring compliance with IntraHealth procurement policies
• Manage the project office assets including equipment and vehicles as well as leases.
• Manage hiring of project personnel and periodic performance measurements and goals in compliance with IntraHealth Personnel Policies
• Ensure handling of inquiries regarding administration and HR issues
• Ensure that vehicles and assets are properly insured
• Ensure the maintenance of office, equipments and vehicles
• Maintaining organized files and records of technical team activities, both electronic and hard copy

QUALIFICATIONS

i) Education
• University Degree, preferably in Business Administration

ii) Work Experience
• Two years of office administration, procurement and HR experience desirable

iii) Competencies
• Ability to maintain a variety of records, such as inventories of supplies and materials; prepares correspondence, forms and reports;
• Ability to provide excellent administrative and customer service duties, including telephone coverage, ordering office supplies, maintaining office equipment;
• Excellent public relations skills including courteousness, tact and good verbal communications
• Proven ability to work independently and self-motivated; also work cooperatively with other office personnel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to simultaneously support a team of professionals
• Computer literacy in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point; Outlook

Deadline: 6th June, 2011

Job Title: Finance and Admin Manager
Reports to: Country Representative
Location: Kampala Office
Full or Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary;
The Finance and Administrative Manager will be overall in charge of the financial and administrative functions of the Uganda Country Office. S/He will provide technical and management oversight for budget development and budget compliance, procurement, grant management, financial reporting and ensuring compliance to Pathfinder International and donor requirements and will be responsible for audit preparations.

Specific Responsibilities;

1. Participate fully in the preparation of annual Country Office budgets and budgets for individual projects

2. Monitoring the budget performance on a regular basis for all funding sources, projects and individual budget lines and briefing the Country Representative and other relevant project staff as required via oral or written memoranda

3. Consolidate and interpret all financial data coming into the country office to ensure that accurate and timely financial information is presented to management and project staff for decision making

4. Responsible for ensuring the complete documentation of all Pathfinder International – Uganda financial transactions

5. Responsible for overseeing and ensuring that all country office financial transactions are in compliance with Pathfinder International financial systems , donor requirements and the laws of Uganda

6. Assessment of the financial capacities of potential grantees and provision of technical assistance on a regular schedule to the grantees as may be required
7. Overseeing the preparation of the monthly MOR and it’s submission to PI HQ

8. Organizing for annual external audits for the Country Office and for grantees as required.

9. Participate in the recruitment of other finance and administrative staff of Pathfinder International – Uganda and overall supervision of all finance and administrative staff, ensuring timely performance appraisals.

10. Review all requests for payments, project and travel advances and all submitted accountabilities and advise the CR on their acceptability in line with project budgets and Pathfinder International financial management guidelines.

11. Oversee the management of an assets inventory for the country office

12. Oversee the management of all procurement processes in the country office to ensure compliance to Pathfinder International and donor requirements.

13. Any other duties as may be assigned by the Country Representative

Relations:
The Finance and Administrative Manager will be directly supervised by the Country Representative and will be technically supported by the Pathfinder International Auditor as well as the Financial Controller at HQ. S/He will work in close collaboration with project managers and program staff and will be responsible for maintaining close and cordial relationship between the Country office and the HQ Finance and Administrative staffs. The FAM will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of Pathfinder International financial records and ensuring confidentiality of the Country Office budget.

Required Qualifications and working experience:
At least a Bachelor of Commerce or Accounting degree with a recognized University, with a minimum of 5 years working experience with progressive levels of responsibility. Advance post –graduate training in accounting and/or management, citified member of the accounting association (ACCA, CPA or CPAU); experience in grants management and experience in working with different donor programs. Work experience in a multi donor program as well as past work experience in managing USAID funded programs would be a strong added advantage. S/He should have a clean past record of integrity.

The application should be submitted to: Pathfinder International offices on plot 15, house no.4 Kitante close, Or sent by email to snambi@pathfind.org. Not later than May 31st 2011. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Position Description:
Title: Reproductive Health Project Officer(s)
Position Location: Pathfinder International
Regional Office Lira
Reports to: Reproductive Health Manager
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Number of Positions: 3(Three)

Job Summary:
Pathfinder International Uganda (PI U), a global leader in reproductive health, is rapidly expanding its programmatic scope and geographic coverage in Uganda. PIU is presently implementing various projects on Integration of Family planning into HIV/AIDS services (PMTCT, and ART), RH/AYSRH in Northern, North Eastern and Western districts of Uganda, PI U seeks to recruit 3 Reproductive Health Project Officers who will be based in Lira office.

Under the general supervision of the RH Manager, the RH Project Officers will be responsible for working closely with the District Health Teams, other RH stakeholders and partners at district level, designated health facilities and Youth Corners and Community resource teams of Village Health Teams (VHTs)and Community Support Agents(CSAs) in project districts in Northern, North Eastern and Western Uganda. The RH Project Officers will be responsible for providing day to day technical assistance and  coordination with the district health teams, partners, VHTs, CSAs , youth(as appropriate) identifying technical needs, scheduling of activities and monitoring of implementation of project activities. The RH Project Officers will oversee all field based activities including trainings, documentation, quality data collection, report preparation, monitoring and supervision. They will be PI U field contacts and establish linkages at the district and with partners for capacity building in FP/ RH/HIV/AYSRH technical areas. The RH Project officers will contribute to PI technical capacity in HIV/FP/RH/AYSRH work in Uganda.

Key Responsibilities:
• Work with the RH Manager to plan for HIV/FP/RH/ ASRH activities as appropriate to district based projects.

• Work with the districts and other partners to accomplish planned tasks on schedule

• Work closely with the districts and various partners to ensure timely implementation of planned activities and accountabilities to PIU and to the Districts

• Work (as appropriate) with health facility staff, youth leaders, VHTs, Case Managers, CSAs in quality data collection and reporting.

• Work (as appropriate) with health facility staff, youth leaders, VHTs, CSAs in ensuring effective supply and availability of FP commodities to the users

• Work (as appropriate) with health facility staff, youth leaders, VHTs, CSAs in ensuring effective referrals among community members to increase HIV/FP/RH/ASRH service uptake.

• Organizing and conducting trainings as appropriate with the district trainers, consultants in HIV/FP/RH/ASRH to ensure continuity including selection of the right target groups

• Maintain healthy relationships with the District Local Governments, District Health Teams and other partners mainly through coordination activities

• Document success stories and impacts for publication

• Prepare quality and timely activity and monthly reports to the RH Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Required qualifications and work experiences:
• A health/Social Sciences / Social work/Development studies related back ground, post graduate training in Public Health, Health Management is an added advantage

• Experience in conducting and supervising integrated HIV/FP/RH/ASRH trainings and activities respectively.

• Experience in working with Community Resource teams such as CSAs, Support groups of PLHIV, VHTs, youth peer educators and community leaders.

• Knowledge of Northern Languages-Itesot, Acholi, Luo & Kumam could be an added advantage too.

• Good communication and report writing skills

• Willingness to live in Lira and to travel to other project districts in Northern, North Eastern and Western districts of Uganda.

The application should be submitted to: Pathfinder
International offices on plot 15, house no.4 Kitante close, Or sent by email to snambi@pathfind.org. Not later than May 31st 2011. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
Reports to: Country Representative
Location: Kampala Office
Full or Part Time: Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:
Pathfinder International Uganda (PI U), a global leader in reproductive health, is rapidly expanding its programmatic scope and geographic coverage in Uganda. PIU is presently implementing various projects on Integration of Family planning into HIV/AIDS services (PMTCT and ART), RH/AYSRH, Gender Norms and Contraceptive Use in Northern, North Eastern and Western districts of Uganda. PIU seeks to recruit a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager who will be based in the PIU Kampala Office.

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing, managing and implementing the performance based monitoring and evaluation system of PIU projects and to support the coordination and reporting of monitoring data with partners and donors. S/he will take overall responsibility for performance based monitoring and project evaluation activities, data quality and timely reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conceptualize, develop and implement monitoring and evaluation plans, including identifying appropriate indicators, and data collection systems for PIU projects to collect and report on data to measure performance and achievement of project objectives, ensuring that they are fully integrated into projects activity work plans and implemented accordingly.

• Leads the process of creations and adaption of monitoring tools and forms, including training materials to accompany them, for easy collection of project data.

• Create and adapt other data collection tools, as appropriate, including survey questionnaires, key informant interview guides, facility assessment instruments, as well as relevant training materials for their use.

• Provide technical advice to local implementing partners in developing and utilizing a performance based system for data collection, monitoring and measuring of progress against projects key indicators and objectives.

• Ensures projects data are collected on a routine basis and project databases updated systematically and routinely.

• In collaboration with the Project team, identify and document the achievements and accomplishments of the project indicators against set performance targets.

• Participate in project midterm and final evaluations.

• Routinely maintains systematic user friendly, transparent data base system of the Key Indicator Table (KIT) for different PIU projects in close collaboration with PI headquarter Research and Metrics Team.

• Perform validation analysis and verifies data consistency for all PIU projects.

• Carries out performance-based monitoring activities and ensures timely compilation of quarterly and annual progress reports. Develops or adapts and disseminates guidelines, policies and standard procedures for monitoring and evaluation activities.

• Oversees implementation of project research or evaluation studies/surveys. This may include:
o collaborating on or developing the protocol,
o drafting instruments,
o writing terms of reference for consulting firms,
o reviewing proposals from potential consultants,
o overseeing quality of work,
o conducting analyses and writing reports, and
o critically reviewing consultant reports and other deliverables.

• Provides supportive supervision to PIU monitoring and evaluation staff.

• Interact with headquarters staff, both the Country Management team and the Research and Metrics Unit, to conduct all of the above and is responsive to requests for information.

• Performs other duties as assigned. Required qualifications and work experiences:

• An advanced degree in demography, statistics, social sciences, health information management or related field.

• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience successfully designing, implementing and overseeing monitoring and evaluation tasks for health and/or development projects.

• Proven technical skills in monitoring and evaluation, including at least four of the following:
o design and implementation of program monitoring systems;
o design and implementation of evaluation and/or research protocols;
o development and field-testing of data collection instruments for M&E indicators;
o data collection planning and implementation (routine or survey);
o timely data analysis, synthesis, and communication of results

• Familiarity with international indicators and standard measurement tools in the areas of reproductive health/family planning, maternal and neonatal health, HIV/AIDS and other relevant technical areas.

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Competency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ACCESS, and a statistical software package (SPSS, EPI-INFO, STATA, SAS or similar)

• Experience in use of data to inform decision making, planning, and performance monitoring.

• Demonstrated ability to work with various constituencies including Pathfinder headquarters, donors, and local partners.

• Excellent oral and /written communication skills and ability to effectively communicate technical material to both expert and lay audiences.

• Ability to travel up to 25 % within Uganda.
The application should be submitted to: Pathfinder International offices on plot 15, house no.4 Kitante close, Or sent by email to snambi@pathfind.org. Not later than May 31st 2011. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts in The Uganda Capacity Program which is implemented by IntraHealth. Applications should either be submitted in person to IntraHealth offices at Plot 20B, Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo or sent by email to jobs-uganda@intrahealth.org to be received not later than 6th June, 2011. Applications should include the title of the post being applied for.

Applicants should attach photocopies of their certificates and testimonials. IntraHealth International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Post: Finance Manager
The Finance Manager is responsible for all financial functions of the Uganda Capacity Program in compliance with IntraHealth Field Accounting Policies.

Specifically s/he will:
• Ensure accountability for project financial resources
• Provide financial guidance and back up support to all teams
• Provide technical advice on financial management to the Chief of Party
• Prepare and submit accurate financial reports on Capacity Project to Chief of Party and headquarters
• Coordinate periodic internal audits and implementation of audit recommendations
• Ensure compliance with IntraHealth Field Accounting Policies

QUALIFICATIONS

i) Education
• Advanced Degree in accounting, business administration or related discipline
ii) Work experience
• Minimum of five years of relevant financial management experience
• Preferred experience working with USAID-funded projects
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks and Microsoft office software

iii) Competencies
• Excellent financial and organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent time manager
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and ability to effectively communicate project financial information to a variety of different audiences
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with diverse people, clients and consultants.

Post: Administration and Human Resource Officer
The Administration and Human Resource Officer will be responsible for efficient management of human resources, project assets, equipment and vehicles including Office logistics and maintenance. She is responsible for ensuring transparency, compliance and accountability at all levels and in all areas of Human Resource, Procurement, Administration and Logistics management

Specifically s/he will:
• Ensure achievement of administrative tasks to support program activities as outlined in workplans
• Ensure high quality performance in administrative operations of the Uganda Capacity Program.
• Ensure responsive technical assistance to government and other stakeholders
• Lead the efforts in procurement ensuring compliance with IntraHealth procurement policies
• Manage the project office assets including equipment and vehicles as well as leases.
• Manage hiring of project personnel and periodic performance measurements and goals in compliance with IntraHealth Personnel Policies
• Ensure handling of inquiries regarding administration and HR issues
• Ensure that vehicles and assets are properly insured
• Ensure the maintenance of office, equipments and vehicles
• Maintaining organized files and records of technical team activities, both electronic and hard copy

QUALIFICATIONS

i) Education
• University Degree, preferably in Business Administration

ii) Work Experience
• Two years of office administration, procurement and HR experience desirable

iii) Competencies
• Ability to maintain a variety of records, such as inventories of supplies and materials; prepares correspondence, forms and reports;
• Ability to provide excellent administrative and customer service duties, including telephone coverage, ordering office supplies, maintaining office equipment;
• Excellent public relations skills including courteousness, tact and good verbal communications
• Proven ability to work independently and self-motivated; also work cooperatively with other office personnel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to simultaneously support a team of professionals
• Computer literacy in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point; Outlook

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The program is supporting farmers to construct 12,000 domestic biogas installations in Uganda along with other programmatic related trainings.

HI therefore wish to recruit a professional personnel as per the advert below:

Position Title: Business Development Officer (BDO)
Duty Station : Kampala

The primary role of the BSDO is to provide technical leadership in all development related work of the program. He/ She will work with all staff, partners and other stake holders to advance entrepreneurship discipline among program participants. This will be through facilitation, mentoring, coaching, and training to attain an empowered and entrepreneurial cadre of actors that will drive a sustainable, vibrant and commercially viable biogas sector in Uganda. He / She will work closely with the UDBP Team members to enhance program quality and ensure increased biogas benefits to the clients.

He/she will be expected to apply best practices in business advisory, training, monitoring and reporting to keep abreast with the developments in the Biogas sector Job Summary:-

Lead the process of developing and implementing the BDS strategy for the program. Undertake continuous situational analysis to update the BDS market assessment to ensure strong grasp of actors in the sector and explore partnerships that can add value to program quality and reach.

Advice biogas beneficiaries and biogas based enterprises on the best practices in the renewable energy sector. Support staff and partners to mobilize potential biogas clients to link up with SACCOs and other financial institutions for biogas.

Work with interested financial institutions to develop biogas loan products, including marketing of those products among the potential beneficiaries. Collaborate with Management of the Strategic Implementing Partners in implementing formulated business strategies, guiding them in monitoring and evaluating performance and tracking budget utilization.

Design and deliver tailored training programs in business management to staff, masons, BCEs, promoters, clients, suppliers and other partners.

Network and manage consultative forums and meetings with staff, clients and stakeholders. Develop effective and strong working relationships with business partners and biogas beneficiaries. Prepare various investment reports and updates for sharing with the program and stakeholders in the different regions.

Work hand in hand with the Communication and Promotion Officer in developing and distribution of biogas promotional materials and conducting media awareness programs Minimum Professional Qualifications and Experience:

A minimum of Bachelor`s degree in Business Administration, commerce, marketing rural development course. A post graduate training in Business Management
will be an added advantage. Must have at least 3 years` experience in BDS related work or service, Commodity marketing, promotion of energy development
enterprises.

Private sector experience especially in marketing, financial solutions will be an added advantage. The candidate should be mature, independent minded, with high self drive and results oriented.

Essential Skills Desired:
Must be a person of high integrity, show initiative and be ready to work with minimum supervision. Should possess excellent writing skills. Must be excellent in MS office. Excel and other computer applications. Ability to meet tight deadlines.

Persons who meet the specific job requirements above should send a capability statement, copies of certificates, cover letter with a C.V indicating current salary, indicate place of job posting and two professional referees to:

The Country Director on P.O. Box 28491 Kampala or hand delivered application to Plot 1 Yusuf Lule Road, Nakasero not later than Application Deadline: June 6th, 2011 on the address above.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Canvassing is completely prohibited and automatically leads to disqualification. Please note that this job is open to ONLY Ugandans.

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The main duties and responsibilities:
Monitor and facilitate 8-module basic entrepreneurship / business training for refugees.
Plan trainings and train community business facilitators, who are refugees.
Mentor, motivate and do on-the-job training and advising of business facilitators.
Mobilize and motivate business learners in cooperation with local community.
Mobilize and advice establishment of small village level savings and loan groups.
Provide technical assistance to the FRC project management and partners in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of business training for adults.
Identify, formulate and initiate relevant methods, models and practises in entrepreneurship training suitable for adult refugees.

Qualifications:
Academic degree on business studies or development/social studies combined with very strong experience on running and planning a small business.
At least 1 year professional experience in conducting business training and mentoring at village/ community level. Experience of running a business is a plus.
Hands on approach to business.
Knowledge of adult education methods.
Work experience with a NGO is a plus, as is experience of working with refugees.
Knowledge of participatory methods and their utilisation in rural settings.
Fluency in written and spoken English and basic skill of Swahili or French.
Computer literate, knowledge of Internet and Windows XP programs.

Duty station:
Kyangwali Refugee Settlement 85 km from Hoima.

Starting date: July 2011
Duration of appointment: Up to 31.12.2011 with possibility of one-year extension at a time.
Application procedure: Application to reach FRC latest on Friday 3rd June 2011 inclusive of salary request and CV, with contacts of 3 references who are not related to the applicant. Reference checks will be carried out. Include in the CV your level of Swahili or / and French.

DO NOT send any copies of certificates or
academic transcripts!!
Send to: Finnish Refugee Council,
P.O. Box 24526 Kampala
or email: frckampala@africaonline.co.ug

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

MAKERERE UNIVERSITY WALTER REED PROJECT (MUWRP)

The Makerere University Walter-Reed Project (MUWRP) is a non-governmental, non-profit HIV research program that was established in 2002 by a memorandum of understanding between The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the advancement of Military Medicine and Makerere University for purposes of undertaking medical research in development of HIV vaccines and has recently increased its portfolio to include vaccines for Ebola and Marburg in addition to surveillance of influenza and influenza-like viruses in humans and animals.

Position Title: Office Administrative Assistant

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

 A degree in humanitarian studies, or it's equivalent.
A minimum of 2 years experience at the Front Desk.
Excellent telephone manners.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Highly organized, sensitive to detail and self motivated.
High level of integrity
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 Receive Volunteers/Visitors and put them in contact with appropriate person/department.
Receive incoming calls cheerfully and courteously and direct them to the appropriate staff members.
Take messages accurately and refer to person/department involved.
Keep written log of all messages, visitors, deliveries etc
Receive mail, packages etc and refer to designated locations.
Maintain an awareness of the location of personnel and activities of the Project so as to be able to make accurate referrals.
Maintenance of the reception area in a clean and professional manner.
Assist in preparation of meetings and trainings when requested.
Assist in up-dating the office notice board.
Assist MUWRP staff with photocopying services.
Ensure that Laboratory and clinic coats are cleaned and delivered on time.
Perform any other duties as directed by the Supervisors.

Applications, including copies of academic qualifications, curriculum vitae and letters from two referees should be addressed to the;

The Human Resource Administrator
Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP)
Plot 42, Nakasero Road, P.O Box 16524, Kampala

Not later than May 25, 2011. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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 APCA is currently seeking two Programme Support Officers to complement its existing technical team and a part-time Human Resources Manager. The posts will be located at the APCA headquarters in Makindye, Kampala,

Programme Support Officer (Partnerships)
The post holder is responsible, under the supervision of the Mentorships Manager, for technically supporting the implementation of APCA’s partnerships, specifically focusing on the partnership with the Tanzania Palliative Care Association (TPCA). The post holder will also work closely with national associations within the region and with international partners, ensuring good communication between all parties, and will also support other activities under APCA’s Mentorship programme.

Key responsibilities will include:
_ Overseeing the day-to-day running of the USAID funded partnership programme with TPCA
_ Supporting existing APCA partnerships with national palliative care associations within the region, ensuring that their technical assistance and information needs are met as appropriate.

Programme Support Officer (Education and Standards)
The post holder is responsible, under the supervision of the Training and Standards Manager, for providing programme support for APCA’s Training and Standards Programmes. The post holder will support the ongoing development and implementation of the programmes through:
_ Coordination of programme development meetings and workshops
_ Follow-up on actions from meetings and workshops
_ Documentation of APCA’s training activities, including training materials, publications and coordination of training information
_ Ensuring the availability of functional databases for the training programme (i.e. of trainees, palliative care training programmes in Africa, palliative care professionals, etc.)
_ Participating in programme workplan development and implementation
_ Coordination of training in African countries

Minimum qualifications, experience, skills and qualities required for both Programme Support Officers include:
Bachelors’ degree in a relevant subject, e.g. medical, nursing or social sciences
At least three years’ experience in palliative care clinical practice and training/education
At least three years’ experience in programme development and implementation
Computer literate and proficient in MS office: MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel
Good oral and written communication skills
Good organisational skills

Part-time Human Resources Manager
The post holder, under the supervision of the Executive
Director, will be responsible for reviewing and revising the organisation’s human resources policies, procedures and programmes in the following functional areas: departmental development, human resource information systems (HRIS), employee relations, training and development, benefits, compensation, organisational development and employment.

Minimum Qualifications A Master’s degree in human resources, labour relations or business administration with a focus on human resources management is desirable.
Remuneration: APCA will offer a competitive salary for each post, commensurate with skills and experience.
Commencement: As soon as possible.
How to apply: Please send a covering letter , copies of your academic documents and your full resume, with the names of two referees and a daytime telephone for you and your referee contact number to admin@apca.org.ug, or submit a hard copy of your application to the Executive
Director, African Palliative Care Association, P.O. Box
72518, Plot 850, Dr Gibbons Road, Makindye, Kampala.

Closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 6th November 2009, 4.30pm. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
For more information about APCA, please contact us through info@apca.org.ug or visit our website at
www.apca.org.ug.

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Vacancy Number : VA 01/2011
Post Title : ICT Associate
Post Grade/Duration : SSA (GS-6)/ through 31/12/2011
Duty Station : Kampala
Closing date : 3rd June 2011

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Humanitarian Support Unit (HSU) under UN Resident Coordinator (RC) in Kampala, the ICT Associate (ICTA) will implement global standard ICT strategy/ infrastructure within the HSU.

Primary responsibilities:
• Implement global standard ICT strategy/infrastructure/guidelines/ procedures ensuring effective functioning of all hardware/software and network administration issues in the HSU in liaison with OCHA HQ ICT staff (if necessary for complex ICT related issues).

• Support HSU in implementing and trouble-shooting of IM/ICT tools such as FiDMS, Lotus Domino Server, Lotus Notes, Network clients, Archive/backup systems, Server management, and all technical support related to software and application tools.

• Monitoring of fi le server and web traffi c, usage, and performance on a frequent and regular basis.

• Attend information and system security issues, implement standard anti-virus systems

• Liaise with vendors for all kind of connectivity and ICT services.

• Support HSU in maintenance of an up-to-date hardware/software inventory.

• Support fi eld staff deployed to UNAC in all kind of ICT and connectivity issues.

• Where necessary, provide training/orientation to partners and staff members on ICT tools/infrastructure, applications, and troubleshooting techniques.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
Professionalism: Exposure to a wide range of information management systems related to humanitarian and recovery activities, conceptual and strategic analytical capacity, demonstrated problemsolving skills.

Good knowledge of the region/country and ability to infl uence others to reach agreement. Client

Orientation: Ability to identify and analyze clients needs and refer that to the IM supervisor for improvement of the IM tools; Commitment to Continuous Learning: Willingness to keep abreast of new IM/ICT tools; Communications: Good communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to explain and present technical information, effectively advice clients on systems related issues, applications, etc.

Judgment: Demonstrated ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Planning & Organizing: Ability to plan own work and manage confl icting priorities.

Qualifi cations:

Education: University Degree in Computer Science or related fi eld would be most desirable. Experience in ICT tools and Network implementation (such as LAN, Operating Systems, Lotus Domino and Lotus Notes clients, MS Windows Server, Active directory infrastructure, and working knowledge on FTP client and server application) are essential.

 Experience: Two years of relevant working experience with the UN or any affi liated international organization in ICT implementation/network administration. Experience working in a communications fi eld particularly in a Ugandan setting is highly desirable. Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking environment is an asset.

Language: Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
Other Skills: Basic understanding of organizational information management infrastructure and as it relates to users. Availability for constant trips to the areas where vulnerable populations are located. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Procedures:
Application letter with a resume giving details of education & professional qualifi cation and working experience as well as email and telephone contact of three referees should reach the undersigned on or before 3rd June 2011. Indicate vacancy number on the envelope.

Head of Offi ce, UN OCHA
Malcolm X Avenue, Plot 48 Kololo, P.O. Box Box 7184 Kampala,
Uganda, Email: ocha-uganda@un.org

Only successful candidates will be contacted. Post is subject to availability of funds.

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Job Title: Recovery and Development Adviser

Main tasks

Manage the implementation of the PCDP which is focused on
service delivery, private sector led growth supporting building
of local government capacity to deliver long term development
in the North, tackling vulnerability and rebuilding livelihoods.

Be lead adviser on northern Uganda, managing the coordination
of other DFID Advisers on technical issues of DFID's
programme in the north.

Improve coherence and consistency of DFID's programme with
those of key partners such as the Government of Uganda, the
UN, the World Bank, other donors, NGOs and civil society.

Represent DFID in meetings on Northern Uganda: i.e. Northern
Uganda Recovery and Development group (NURD), Karamoja
Working Group (KWG) and coordinate meetings related to the
implementation and monitoring of the PRDP.

Maintain and further develop liaison and information exchange
with other parts of DFID/HMG on post-conflict recovery and
development issues ensuring that policy at a central level is
informed by DFID Uganda's experiences and vice versa.

The ideal candidate will be a motivated and dynamic self-starter,
able to work well with people from a variety of backgrounds, have
a strong proven ability to work independently to deliver results,
have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, have
good advocacy skills with the ability to effectively influence others,
and have good analytical thinking and judgement.

Familiarity
with the government of Uganda poverty eradication strategies, and
particularly with the Peace, Recovery and Development Plan and
National Development Plan would be an advantage.

Qualifications and Experience
A first degree and a Masters degree or equivalent postgraduate
qualification in relevant development related field. Additional
related qualifications will be an advantage.

Five years relevant professional experience working in either an
international organisation, government or private sector in
Uganda.

Strong Development background in service delivery, health,
education, water & sanitation, livelihoods.

Thorough understanding of national, regional and local Ugandan
politics. A good understanding of political economy issues, drivers
of change, and able to successfully engage at a senior level with
the private sector, national governments and civil society

Experience of working in northern Uganda would be an
advantage.

Experience of humanitarian response work.

Experience working on infrastructure development projects
would be an advantage.

Experience of developing and managing projects for an
international organisation preferred. Excellent organisation and
time management skills and ability to work efficiently within a
team, under pressure

Excellent communication skills
Competencies

Planning and Delivery of Work

Influencing

Analysis and Use of Information

Working with others

Communicating with others
DFID is an accredited investor in people and is committed to
supporting its staff to achieve their maximum potential and will
provide opportunities for personal and professional development
for the successful candidates, along with an attractive remuneration
and benefits. The work environment is dynamic and busy but
pleasant.

DFID is an equal opportunities employer and would welcome
applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of
religious belief, sex, race, sexual orientation, age or disability.
For more information about this vacancy and the work of DFID
in Uganda visit ww.dfid.gov.uk/countries/africa/uganda.asp
Contact

To apply please send or e-mail CV and a cover letter explaining
your suitability for the post and how you meet the above competencies,
with 3 work related referees including copies of certificates to the
address below. Clearly mark in subject field or envelope:
"DFID - Recovery and Development Adviser for Northern
Uganda ". Attachments may not fill more than 2 MB.

Closing date is 5 PM on Monday 06th June.
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
Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.ug

DFID Uganda is seeking a dynamic, experienced professional to
fill the vacancy of Recovery and Development Adviser for
Northern Uganda, based in the DFID Uganda Office in Kampala.
The Recovery and Development Adviser will oversee the implementation
of DFID Uganda's Northern Uganda Post Conflict
Development Programme (PCDP).

The goal of the PCDP is to
build a peaceful, vibrant northern Uganda with increased opportunities
for the people of the north and reduced poverty for all of
Uganda. The PCDP is aligned to the four Strategic Objectives of
the Government of Uganda's Peace Recovery and Development
Plan (PRDP).
Main tasks

Manage the implementation of the PCDP which is focused on
service delivery, private sector led growth supporting building
of local government capacity to deliver long term development
in the North, tackling vulnerability and rebuilding livelihoods.

Be lead adviser on northern Uganda, managing the coordination
of other DFID Advisers on technical issues of DFID's
programme in the north.

Improve coherence and consistency of DFID's programme with
those of key partners such as the Government of Uganda, the
UN, the World Bank, other donors, NGOs and civil society.

Represent DFID in meetings on Northern Uganda: i.e. Northern
Uganda Recovery and Development group (NURD), Karamoja
Working Group (KWG) and coordinate meetings related to the
implementation and monitoring of the PRDP.

Maintain and further develop liaison and information exchange
with other parts of DFID/HMG on post-conflict recovery and
development issues ensuring that policy at a central level is
informed by DFID Uganda's experiences and vice versa.

The ideal candidate will be a motivated and dynamic self-starter,
able to work well with people from a variety of backgrounds, have
a strong proven ability to work independently to deliver results,
have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, have
good advocacy skills with the ability to effectively influence others,
and have good analytical thinking and judgement.

Familiarity
with the government of Uganda poverty eradication strategies, and
particularly with the Peace, Recovery and Development Plan and
National Development Plan would be an advantage.

Qualifications and Experience
A first degree and a Masters degree or equivalent postgraduate
qualification in relevant development related field. Additional
related qualifications will be an advantage.

Five years relevant professional experience working in either an
international organisation, government or private sector in
Uganda.

Strong Development background in service delivery, health,
education, water & sanitation, livelihoods.

Thorough understanding of national, regional and local Ugandan
politics. A good understanding of political economy issues, drivers
of change, and able to successfully engage at a senior level with
the private sector, national governments and civil society

Experience of working in northern Uganda would be an
advantage.

Experience of humanitarian response work.

Experience working on infrastructure development projects
would be an advantage.

Experience of developing and managing projects for an
international organisation preferred. Excellent organisation and
time management skills and ability to work efficiently within a
team, under pressure

Excellent communication skills
Competencies

Planning and Delivery of Work

Influencing

Analysis and Use of Information

Working with others

Communicating with others
DFID is an accredited investor in people and is committed to
supporting its staff to achieve their maximum potential and will
provide opportunities for personal and professional development
for the successful candidates, along with an attractive remuneration
and benefits. The work environment is dynamic and busy but
pleasant.

DFID is an equal opportunities employer and would welcome
applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of
religious belief, sex, race, sexual orientation, age or disability.
For more information about this vacancy and the work of DFID
in Uganda visit ww.dfid.gov.uk/countries/africa/uganda.asp
Contact

To apply please send or e-mail CV and a cover letter explaining
your suitability for the post and how you meet the above competencies,
with 3 work related referees including copies of certificates to the
address below. Clearly mark in subject field or envelope:
"DFID - Recovery and Development Adviser for Northern
Uganda ". Attachments may not fill more than 2 MB.

Closing date is 5 PM on Monday 06th June.
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
Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.ug

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 APCA is currently seeking two Programme Support Officers to complement its existing technical team and a part-time Human Resources Manager. The posts will be located at the APCA headquarters in Makindye, Kampala,

Programme Support Officer (Partnerships)
The post holder is responsible, under the supervision of the Mentorships Manager, for technically supporting the implementation of APCA’s partnerships, specifically focusing on the partnership with the Tanzania Palliative Care Association (TPCA). The post holder will also work closely with national associations within the region and with international partners, ensuring good communication between all parties, and will also support other activities under APCA’s Mentorship programme.

Key responsibilities will include:
_ Overseeing the day-to-day running of the USAID funded partnership programme with TPCA
_ Supporting existing APCA partnerships with national palliative care associations within the region, ensuring that their technical assistance and information needs are met as appropriate.

Programme Support Officer (Education and Standards)
The post holder is responsible, under the supervision of the Training and Standards Manager, for providing programme support for APCA’s Training and Standards Programmes. The post holder will support the ongoing development and implementation of the programmes through:
_ Coordination of programme development meetings and workshops
_ Follow-up on actions from meetings and workshops
_ Documentation of APCA’s training activities, including training materials, publications and coordination of training information
_ Ensuring the availability of functional databases for the training programme (i.e. of trainees, palliative care training programmes in Africa, palliative care professionals, etc.)
_ Participating in programme workplan development and implementation
_ Coordination of training in African countries

Minimum qualifications, experience, skills and qualities required for both Programme Support Officers include:
Bachelors’ degree in a relevant subject, e.g. medical, nursing or social sciences
At least three years’ experience in palliative care clinical practice and training/education
At least three years’ experience in programme development and implementation
Computer literate and proficient in MS office: MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel
Good oral and written communication skills
Good organisational skills

Part-time Human Resources Manager
The post holder, under the supervision of the Executive
Director, will be responsible for reviewing and revising the organisation’s human resources policies, procedures and programmes in the following functional areas: departmental development, human resource information systems (HRIS), employee relations, training and development, benefits, compensation, organisational development and employment.

Minimum Qualifications A Master’s degree in human resources, labour relations or business administration with a focus on human resources management is desirable.
Remuneration: APCA will offer a competitive salary for each post, commensurate with skills and experience.
Commencement: As soon as possible.
How to apply: Please send a covering letter , copies of your academic documents and your full resume, with the names of two referees and a daytime telephone for you and your referee contact number to admin@apca.org.ug, or submit a hard copy of your application to the Executive
Director, African Palliative Care Association, P.O. Box
72518, Plot 850, Dr Gibbons Road, Makindye, Kampala.

Closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 6th November 2009, 4.30pm. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
For more information about APCA, please contact us through info@apca.org.ug or visit our website at
www.apca.org.ug.

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Sai Office Supplies (UG) Ltd., a member of Ramco Group, is an IT and Office Equipment Distribution Company representing brands such as APC, Epson, Fujitsu, Lenovo, D-Link, Fellowes, Printronix, Office Point and School Point, is currently seeking for dynamic individuals to fill the positions below.

Position: IT Marketing Executive (1 post)
An ideal candidate will possess the following:
• Successful completion of a Bachelors Degree, preferably with emphasis in Marketing & Management
• The ability to successfully market to existing clients and establish relations with new clients
• Be a quick learner and think outside-the-box
• Be a Go-Getter and carrying a Can-Do attitude
• Experience in the field of IT is preferred with minimum experience of 2 years
• Ability to communicate well and develop long-term relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Position: Stationery Marketing Executive (1 post)
An ideal candidate will possess the following:
• Successful completion of a Bachelors Degree, preferably with emphasis in Marketing & Management
• The ability to successfully market to existing clients and establish relations with new clients
• Be a quick learner and think outside-the-box
• Be a Go-Getter and carrying a Can-Do attitude
• Experience in the field of Stationery is preferred with minimum experience of 2 years
• Ability to communicate well and develop long-term relationships
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
If you feel that you possess the above, please send us your resumes and cover letter at the following address: sarah@saioffice.co.ug not later than 30th May, 2011 by 5:00pm.
Sai Office, a member of Ramco Group, is an equal opportunity employer and offers a very competitive benefit package.
Please visit us at www.sai-office.com and www.ramco-group.com

the private sector, national governments and civil society
.Experience of working in northern Uganda would be an
advantage.

Experience of humanitarian response work.

Experience working on infrastructure development projects
would be an advantage.

Experience of developing and managing projects for an
international organisation preferred. Excellent organisation and
time management skills and ability to work efficiently within a
team, under pressure

Excellent communication skills

Competencies

DFID is an accredited investor in people and is committed to
supporting its staff to achieve their maximum potential and will
provide opportunities for personal and professional development
for the successful candidates, along with an attractive remuneration
and benefits. The work environment is dynamic and busy but
pleasant.
DFID is an equal opportunities employer and would welcome
applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of
religious belief, sex, race, sexual orientation, age or disability.
For more information about this vacancy and the work of DFID
in Uganda visit ww.dfid.gov.uk/countries/africa/uganda.asp
Contact
To apply please send or e-mail CV and a cover letter explaining
your suitability for the post and how you meet the above competencies,
with 3 work related referees including copies of certificates to the
address below. Clearly mark in subject field or envelope:
"DFID - Recovery and Development Adviser for Northern
Uganda ". Attachments may not fill more than 2 MB.
Closing date is 5 PM on Monday 06th June.
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
Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.ug

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