The purpose of this position is to support the Uganda AIDS Commission in executing of coordinating and guiding implementation of the National Prevention Strategy’(NFS) with a focus on the six phase 1 districts. The Senior Implementation Adviser reports to the Director Policy Research and Programmes but works closely with other departments al UAC.

Specific Tasks:

•    To support the repackaging, advocacy and dissemination of the National HIV Prevention Strategy to scale up understanding of Combination HIV Prevention in the country but with a focus on the six phase 1 districts. the Senior Implementation Adviser reports to the Director Policy Research and Programmes but works closely wilt other departments at UAC.

•    To guide capacity assessment and needs Tor combination HIV Prevention in the NPS implementation as well as related capacity building strategy with a focus on the six phase 1 districts

•    To facilitate the harmonization of all initiatives under the UN. Civil Society Fund (CSF|, Ministry of Health (MoH) and local governments for rolling out the NPS with focus on combination HIV prevention in the six phase 1 districts

•    To coordinate support supervision and related back stopping to the six phase 1 districts

•    To advise on strategies for mobilizing partners to ensure convergence in the joint goal of achieving delivery of full combination HIV prevention (as will be agreed in the planning phase) in the phase 1 districts

•    To support development of partnership mechanisms for facilitating delivery of combination HIV prevention across the country but with a focus on the six phase 1 districts

•    To work with the Planning and Monitoring Directorate at UAC to support collection of routine data on implementation of combination HIV prevention with a focus on the six phase 1districts

•    Support all departments of the UAC and Government sectors to appreciate their respective roles and the necessary collaboration for the successful delivery of combination HIV prevention

•    To work with the Planning and Monitoring Directorate at UAC, the WB and other stakeholders to support the impact evaluation of combination HIV prevention through ensuring full functionality of the NPS Task Force and the sub committees established to support

Impact   Evaiuation   and   Implementation   of   Combination   HIV Prevention.

•    To coordinate the sharing of emerging lessons and best practices in implementing the NPS in the six phase 1 districts.

•    To support the UAC HIV Prevention Team in the roll out of the NPS in the rest of the country.

•    To supervise the Programme officer, focusing on NPS implementation in the six phase 1 districts and lo work closely with the Impact Evaluation Coordinator (and with the other members of the HIV prevention team at UAC.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

•    A Masters Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Policy, public administration and management or any other related field.

•    Training and /or experience in social work and behavioral sciences with a good understanding of behavioral and structural drivers of the HIV epidemic, project planning, management, monitoring and evaluation will be an added advantage

•    10 years experience at a senior level in large and geographically spread HIV/AIDS projects or programmes implemented by central government ministries and institutions, local government and the civil society including networks of PLHIV.

•    10 years experience in directly facilitating or coordinating implemen­tation of large and geographically spread HIV/AIDS projects at national, decentralized and community levels

•    5 years experience in working with key government stakeholders in the national HIV response particularly Ministry of Health. Uganda AIDS Commission and local governments

•    5 years experience with multi lateral and bilateral development partners in the national HIV response

Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm, on Monday 30th April 2012

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.

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Century Bottling Company Limited is a Franchise Bottler and distributor of Coca Cola Products in Uganda. As Packaging Engineer you will report directly to the Country Engineering Manager.

A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in FMCG in maintenance of production equipment with at least two

Must possess good analytical ability, problem solving, financial and leadership skills. Must be result oriented, assertive, flexible and decisive

To apply go to our website: www.cocacotasabco.co.za and click on the ‘careers’ icon or send the application to the Human Resource Manager, P.O Box 3990, Kampala. Closing date for all applications: 20th April 2012

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RESPOND is part of the USAID funded Emerging Pandemic Threats Program and is designed to identify and minimize the impact of newly emergent diseases of animal origin that threaten human health. The project will build the capacity of national animal and public health institutions in five designated “hot spot” regions in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. With a project-wide office headquartered in the USA, RESPOND has regional offices in Kinshasa, Kampala, and Bangkok. RESPOND seeks to recruit Program Manager for its East Congo Basin office based in Kampala.

Position purpose: Support the Technical Lead in the planning, implementation, project coordination, reporting, monitoring and evaluation of East Congo programmes as well as ensure smooth and efficient operations for attainment of quality results.

Role and Responsibilities:

1.   Work with the Technical lead to plan, schedule, organize, coordinate, and implement regional and country level programs and activities.

2.   Coordinate project implementation, ensuring that all administrative, financial, and human resource needs for program activities are met

3.   Participate in monitoring, evaluation and documentation of regional and country level activities.

4.   Participate in the development, production and dissemination of program documents, tools and activity/success stories

5.   Support the preparation of annual and operational work plans as well as concepts and proposals

6.   Prepare reports on program activities in line with reporting timelines

7.    Participate in the development of Terms of Reference, contracts or any other obligation instrument for country, regional and organizational partners

Required Qualifications:

1.  Minimum of University degree in a related discipline preferred

2.   5+ years of professional experience program management

3.   Direct donor implementation management and/or a veterinary or public health background

Preferred.

4.   Ability to work in a team environment

5.   Strong English language skills (written and spoken), will be required to write activity related reports

Kindly forward your CVs and cover letters ONLY to: The Director of Administration, RESPOND Project: tashajubilee@dai.com by 27th April 2012.

Placement Requirements:

Hired as an employee
Light Housekeeping Required
Salary negotiable
Driving preferred
Parents at home: rarely

Days/Hours:

Monday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Job Responsibilities: *Related duties pertaining to the children *Make the children and parent’s beds *Children and family laundry *Plan and prepare meals for the children as well as family meal preparation and dinner for the family *Tidying up after the children *Vacuuming and dusting the home *Grocery shopping *Pick up the children from the school bus drop off at 4pm down the street. *Housekeeping duties

Any applicant that wants to apply must have a valid passport ready.

Driving is only preferred with this position to make errands and transporting the children much easier. A car will be provided to the Nanny but the Nanny will be reimbursed if she uses her own vehicle for the job.
The Nanny will be completing household management/housekeeping duties while the children are in full time school and will engage with them once they return home.
The afternoons from 2pm to 6pm are the most important but the family has offered more hours to the Nanny. If you wish to do solely childcare you may still apply for the afternoon hours.
Non Smokers Only.urgently needed by mark burnnet

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Century Bottling Company Limited is a Franchise Bottler and distributor of Coca Cola Products in Uganda. As Facilities Handy Man you will report directly to the Services Maintenance Controller.

Conducting buildings, furniture, drainage, slab and associated company facilities maintenance inspections, cleaning and repairs as assigned.

You will conduct formal root cause analysis on all breakdown repairs executed or as assigned. Adhering to all The Coca Cola Management System and any other business systems requirements related to

A Minimum of 2 years’ experience in masonry or plumbing or fabrication in a busy manufacturing environment. Experience in painting, carpentry and joinery will be of added advantage

High degree of integrity, honesty and creativity. Must be a strong team player and able to work under minimum supervision.

To apply please send CV and application letter to; Human Resource Manager, P.O Box 3990, Kampala. Closing date for all applications: 20th April 2012

Due to a rapidly increasing workload, FBW Group, one of East Africa’s leading Building Consultancy Companies is interviewing for the following positions:

Applicants must be proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office and have excellent written and spoken English skills.

Applications are to be sent to careers@fbwgroup.com and must include CV, examples of previous work and a cover letter outlining career, aspirations and salary expectations

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Main Scope of Duties and Responsibilities:

Approval of credit applications, transactions, exceptions and other extension of credit within his delegated credit approval authority and as required by the banks credit policies and procedures.
Ensure that the bank’s overall credit underwritings are in strict adherence to the relevant regulatory requirements.
Support the Chief Credit Officer (CCO) and Chief Risk Officer (CRO) in establishing and embedding a strong risk management culture, which promotes good and thorough analysis, sound judgment, undoubted integrity of processes and decisions, well thought out flexibility and appropriate balance between risk and reward, within the bank.
Monitor and manage the credit portfolio under his direct responsibility in a manner that sustains a high credit quality and minimizes non performing loans.
On an ongoing basis, participate in the coaching and training of credit officers, products specialists and relationship managers.
Reports directly to the Chief Credit Officer (CCO).

Minimum Qualifications & Experience Requirements:

Minimum of ten (10 - 13 years) years relevant lending and credit-related experience, the last three (3) years of which are in a credit approval role.
Appropriate risk training, including an acceptable course in early problem recognition and remedial management
Experience in different business, functional and/or geographic environments.
Sound knowledge of the relevant customer, industry and product range.
Remedial management experience.
Acceptable track record with respect to individual exposures and/or portfolios that have been approved by the individual or have been under his or her responsibility.

Technical Credit Skills

Sound knowledge of credit policies and practices and the ability to apply them in practice.
Sound knowledge of macroeconomic factors and country/sovereign risks and policies.
Sound knowledge of portfolio management techniques and risk rating policies.
Sound knowledge of the legal environment and documentation requirements.

Risk Assessment Skills

Superior credit risk assessment skills, including counterparty analysis, transaction origination and structuring, early problem recognition and effective remedial management.
Sound knowledge of credit risk planning and monitoring, including target marketing, portfolio planning, and scenario planning.
Sound knowledge of price, liquidity and underwriting risks and of market risk policies.
Sensitivity to and awareness of strategic, franchise, reputation and compliance risks.

Personal Characteristics

Undoubted professional and personal integrity
Demonstrated independence, leadership and judgment.
Strong coaching and training skills.
Good judge of character and developer of other credit officers.
Good listening and communication skills.
Willingness to consult and to seek other views when unsure.
Attention to detail and a questioning mind.
The ability to look at the “big picture” and identify the key issues and risks.
Balance, and the ability to weigh up risk and reward.
Decisiveness, and the ability to make difficult or unpopular decisions, especially under pressure. The ability to say “No” when required.

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SOS International Ltd. (SOSi) is seeking multiple full-time Open Source Intelligence Analysts with translation and interpretation skills in Acholi (Accoli) and Zande languages.   The Acholi Open Source Intelligence Analysts will serve as a civilian counterpart supporting US engagements and tactical units during military exercises and assistance in Uganda with possible travel to other locations such as DRC, CAR and South Sudan, Africa.

The successful candidate(s) will be part of a larger, integrated team of analysts, linguists, screeners, and other professional staff working directly alongside of our US military and African allies.

Essential Job Duties:

Minimum Requirements:

Work Environment:

Desired:

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TECHICAL ADVISOR, UNDP-GEF SLM PROJECT

English   Starting Date :

(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Jun-2012

Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year  

Background

In a bid to address these challenges, UNDP supported Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries to develop a four year project titled “Enabling environment for Sustainable land management to over overcome land degradation in the Uganda Cattle Corridor” which is funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The overall goal of the project is “Sustainable Land Management” provides the basis for economic development, food security and sustainable livelihoods while restoring the ecological integrity of the Cattle Corridor ecosystem. The Technical advisor will be a senior member of the Projects’ Management Unit. S/he will report to the Program Coordinator on operational matters and will sit in the SLM Program Coordination Unit within MAAIF. This reporting line will link the TA to the UNDP CO and MAAIF. On technical matters, the TA will collaborate closely with the UNDP Country Office and the UNDP-GEF Regional Technical Advisor for LD, through the UNDP CO

Duties and Responsibilities

Competencies

Required Skills and Experience

Experience:

Language:

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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Please note:
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES).

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Due to a rapidly increasing workload, FBW Group, one of East Africa’s leading Building Consultancy Companies is interviewing for the following positions

Applicants must be proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office and have excellent written and spoken English skills.

Applications are to be sent to careers@fbwgroup.com and must include CV, examples of previous work and a cover letter outlining career, aspirations and salary expectations.

We are looking for passionate self motivated account and relationship manager for our Kampala Office

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The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is a semi–autonomous body established by an Act of Parliament (1998) to promote the production of reliable Official Statistics and ensure the development and maintenance of the National Statistical System (NSS). The Bureau’s core business includes among others the Production, Coordination and Dissemination of the Official Statistics to support national and local government planning processes. The Bureau is seeking to recruit a self motivated, results-oriented and dynamic qualified Ugandan of integrity to fill the position of Executive Director who is also the Chief Executive of the Bureau.

Type of Appointment: Contract Appointment of 4 years renewable once. Role: To provide technical, professional and managerial guidance in the production and development of statistics in line with the law governing the development and maintenance of the NSS.

Key Result Areas:

The roles of Executive Director will include the following:

1. Manage all the technical operations of the Bureau with regard to planning, production, coordination both at the planning and administrative level in formulation of programmes for statistical production and development.

2. Coordinate the Bureau and the NSS.

3. Sit on the Board of Directors and continuously update its members about the levels of implementation of Bureau policies.

4. Prepare and manage the Bureau’s budget as well as account for all the Bureau’s resources.

5. Prepare reports to be presented to the Minister on a quarterly basis.

6. Represent the Bureau both at National and International fora.

7. Oversee the Public Relations function of the Bureau and be responsible for the promotion of the corporate image of the Bureau

8. Any other duties as the Board of Directors, and or Secretary to the Treasury may determine.

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Job Title: Water Quality Analyst
Specific Tasks
• Undertake regular water quality assessment on water supplies and compile quarterly reports with recommendations for follow up by both the regional umbrella organizations and the member schemes
• Carryout sanitary inspection within the operational areas of water systems and advise accordingly
• In charge of the regional laboratory, equipment and procedures and ensuring conformance to national standards

Minimum Qualifications:
• At least a degree in Chemistry or any related field from a recognized university of a higher institution of learning
• Experience of not less than 3 years in a similar position in water related industry with ability to work objectively

How to Apply:

Interested Applicants should send their applications attached with a CV, photocopies of academic documents,

The Manager
Northern Umbrella of Water and Sanitation
P.O. Box 381 Lira,
Plot 72/74 Police Road, Junior Quarters Lira

Deadline: 16th May 2012

Job Title: Social Mobilizer
Special Tasks
• Coordinate all program of mobilization of water and sanitation activities in the region
• Liaise with other officers to plan for water, sanitation, and environmental management programmes
• Undertake to train communities on implementation and operation and maintenance requirements
• Monitor community response to the program’s intervention

Minimum Qualifications:
• At least a degree in Social sciences with a bias in Sociology or social work and social Administration or any related field
• Experience of not less than 3 years in a similar position in water related industry
• Ability to apply creative and practical thinking to problem solving in community development, with an aim of improving service delivery in small towns

How to Apply:

Interested Applicants should send their applications attached with a CV, photocopies of academic documents,

The Manager
Northern Umbrella of Water and Sanitation
P.O. Box 381 Lira,
Plot 72/74 Police Road, Junior Quarters Lira

Deadline: 16th May 2012

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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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Maryhill High School is A’level boarding girls secondary school located in Mbarara Municipality.

The school is looking for personnel to fill the following posts:

Person Specification

-Should have a valid driving license

-Should have at least 10 years of driving in a recognized organization/Institution and 4 of which is in driving a bus.

The applicants for either post Should also fulfill the following:

-Should have exemplary discipline Should have a recommendation from  former employer

-should have at least s4 certificate or its equivalent

-Should be between 45 – 60 years    of age

-Should have good written and verbal communication skills

-Should have recommendation

from LC I Chairperson

- Should have certified copies of driving permit by inspector of vehicles.

Application should be addressed to the; Headmistress Mary hill High School

P .O. Box 360 Mbarara

Applications to be submitted not later than 2nd April 2012.

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Job Title: Supervisor – Painting (Civil Maintenance) – 01 post

JobRef: 2011 1.734/A&S-M-CM-03

Age: 35 years and above

Reporting to the Construction Superintendent the successful applicant’s duties will be::

?  Supervising all painting work and sign writing on the estate.

?  Preparing bills of quantities of materials and tools. Maintaining accurate records of all paints and materials used for every painting assignment.

?  Ensuring that stock levels of paints in sub-store are adequate.

?  Performing any other related duties as may be assigned to you by the Construction Superintendent/ Management from time to time.

? Advanced Craft Certificate in Painting and Decoration.

?  A minimum of at least ten years in related field.

How to apply:

Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung Africa is a foundation focusing on sustainable agricultural development, specifically supporting smallholder coffee farmers. With its projects it aims to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers by enhancing their productivity, competitiveness and participation in the value chain. Activities focus on the implementation of extension systems, on the development of farmer organizations, and on the establishment of efficient market linkages and access to important support services.

For the expansion of the “Building Coffee Farmers’ Alliances in Uganda” project to Kasese District, Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung Africa wishes to recruit the following highly motivated and disciplined experts. All the positions will be based in the Kasese project area:

Driver:

Reporting to the Field Operations Manager and based in the project area you will be responsible for driving and maintaining the project vehicle. You will also ensure regular maintenance of all field motorbikes.

Clean Driving License held for a minimum of 7 years. Proven experience in driving all types of vehicle in up-country as well as town environments. You will have a minimum of 5 years of experience employed in the position of driver.

For all the above positions fluency in Rukonjo and in English is preferred. Application letters, detailed CV and the names and contacts of 3 referees should preferably be submitted by e-mail to Aidah. Nabasirye@hrnstiftung.org If hand delivered please deliver to Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung Africa on 7th Street, Plot 44/50, Industrial Area. Kampala. Deadline for applications is the Tuesday, 31th of January 2012.

The Institute for Social Transformation (IST) is a non- profit organization established in Uganda in 2006 to promote use of the Training for Transformation (TfT) methodology in English speaking countries of Eastern Africa. Its main office is based in Ntinda, Plot 390 Kaduyu Close, Kiwatule. The Institute aims to develop:
• A new quality of community leadership in the 7 English speaking countries of Eastern Africa (Uganda, Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Kenya and Tanzania and for specific purposes, Rwanda).
• The skills, insights and abilities of teams from NGOs and community organizations to empower local self-reliant community development efforts
• The confidence and skills of local programme leaders to work with and challenge their governments to ensure macro and micro-economic policies that are to the advantage of the marginalized.

The Institute seeks to hire an Accountant to provide professional accounting and financial management.
In the promotion of its duties, the Institute seeks the services of a bright and self motivated Accountant with integrity and initiative. The staff member will inter alia perform the following duties:

• Responsible for production of IST financial reports on a monthly basis and as per different donor requirements
• Work with Auditors while conducting end of year audits
• Reconcile all bank statements and provide monitoring support to the Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer
• Prepare budgets and ensure all budgets are well monitored by the respective budget holders
• Responsible for the implementation and circulation of all office policies and procedures.
• Responsible to the Executive Director to provide assistance in the grant management process.

• Maintain data bases of partners, participants, consultants and possible venues
• Keep accurate records and books of account of all expenditure of the Institute
Chronologically file all payment vouchers and receipts
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• Manage and order supplies within the budget guidelines of the organization
• Procure services and equipment as required for administration
• Perform all secretarial duties as required by the Institute including setting up an electronic filing system

• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time from the office of the Executive Director.

Applicant should be a person of integrity, hard working and able to work under minimum supervision. Strong computer literacy, positive attitude, and are also prerequisites.

Job requirement
Qualifications:
• ACCA/CPA certificate level, or Honors degree in Commerce/ Administration (Accounting)
• At least 2 years experience in financial reporting in a busy NGO
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel/ word and any accounting software
• Up to date knowledge of current financial practices
• Ability to write and speak English well
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Applications should be submitted to: isocialtransformation32@gmail.com

Deadline: Not later than 20th February 2011

 Reports to:    Quality Assurance Manager

Department:      Engineering

Job Purpose:

To support the development of network construction standards and safe working practices

Key Responsibilities:

•      Develop Umeme’s electricity distribution network construction manual

•      Maintain an updated bank of electricity distribution network

•     Compile procedures and work instructions for Umeme’s engineering processes

•     Compile drawings for the various work packages for issue with line/network construction bids

•     Evaluate technical offers of network construction bids

•      Conduct field audits to check conformance to desired construction standards

•      Oversee the acquisition and management of appropriate tools by the engineering teams

•      Develop commissioning procedures for the various network components

•      Prepare safe working practices for network construction work

•      Provide technical support during review of Umeme’s contractor list

•     Research and make recommendations on trends in electricity distribution network construction standards

The Royal Norwegian Embassy invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position

as Economist in the Development Section at the Embassy, initially for 2 years.

Responsibilities:

*    Analyzing and reporting on economic development in Uganda

*    Following and reporting on economic development in FAC

*    Advising and being the Embassies focal point on anti-corruption

*    Participate in the Embassies “Oil for Development Programme Team”, and desk officer for the revenue pillar

*    Assist in the management of other development programmes

Qualifications:

*    A master degree in macro-economy

*    Experience from international work and development cooperation                             ” ~

*    Very good proven ability to cooperate also in a cross cultural working environment

*    Flexibility and ability to adapt to changes in tasks and working conditions

*    High working capacity, ability to take initiatives and focus on results

*’ Ability to work in teams as well as independent

*    Excellent command of the English language in oral and writing »    Knowledge of French is an asset

Salary is set on an individual basis depending upon qualifications.

Interested candidates should send their applications with a CV and contact details of two non-related

Referees to:

The Royal Norwegian Embassy                                  o r BY H AN D TO:

P.O. Box 22770                                           18B, Akii-Bua Road

Kampala                                                      Nakasero, Kampala

E-mail; emb.kampala@mfa.no

THE APPLICATIONS SHALL BE RECEIVED AT THE EMBASSY NOT LATER THAN 20 APRII 2012.
Please quote on the envelope: VACANT POSITION ECONOMIST                                                                                          •
only shortlisted persons will be contacted.

Ipsos-Synovate is the prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub- Saharan Africa. We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business & social issues.

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The Role:

Key Performance indicators (KPIs)

We are seeking to recruit energetic, dynamic, skilled and motivated people with zeal to perform beyond market expectations to fill the following positions.

The ideal candidates for the above positions should have the following:

•     A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources management

If you believe that you are our Ideal candidate, please send in an application letter with detailed CV, copies of academic papers, daytime telephone number and names of three  Referees by March, 30?12012 to:

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER Roofings Rolling Mills Ltd. P.O. Box35086, Kampala

Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG) is a Company Limited by Guarantee, whose Vision is “A good life for all Ugandans”. We envision a Ugandan society with good life, when products and services in Reproductive Health, HIV, Malaria and Child Health are accessible, affordable and effectively utilized by all those in need. UHMG is seeking qualified individuals to fill the following positions as part of its team:

POSITION: LOGISTICS ASSISTANT-1 POST

DUTY STATION: PRODUCT FACILITY

REPORTS TO: LOGISTICS AND PROCUREMENT MANAGER

SUPERVISES: INTERNS/CASUAL STAFF

The primary duties of the Logistics Assistant is to assist and be a part of the logistics, warehouse and stock management team particularly in liaising with supplies and dispatches for inbound and outbound logistics and related supplies. The job holder will play a key role in planning and executing raw materials forecast and dispatch to the packaging sites, preparing packaging updates, receipts and space allocations for such logistics in the warehouses. The person’s roles will also expand to cover record keeping, stock counts and record, and packaging activities coordination in a way that contributes directly to the company’s strategic sales and marketing objectives.

This position requires a person who has capacity in the areas of basic supplies and logistics management, system maintenance, records keeping, and customer handling knowledge with emphasis on Pharmaceutical products with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The person should have the capacity to work under minimum supervision, be proactive and flexible, high sense of integrity and honesty with demonstrated sense of organization citizenship behavior.

Key Responsibilities:

1.    Preparing and executing raw material dispatch for secondary packaging activities

2.    Coordinating packaging activities at the packaging sites and liaising with both entities on the specific requirements of the stocks demand and packaging outputs

3.    Prepare a forecast and receipt reports on a weekly and monthly basis

4.    Keeping clear the records of all inbound and outbound logistics and

5.   Assist in stock count exercises and analyzing of stocks movement for both inbound and outbound logistics

6.   As will be instructed from time to time, among other things, provide periodic performance reports of all the activities of stocks, dispatches, receipts and packaging

Person Specifications:

To apply: Send or deliver your CV, copies of certificates and cover letter clearly indicating position applied for on the “top left-hand side of the envelope” to: The Human Resources & Administration Manager, Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG), Plot 20-21,27-28, Martyrs Crescent, Ntinda, or to P. 0. Box 4553, Kampala. Application deadline: 4:30pm on 17th February 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE DELIVER YOUR APPLICATION TO THE UHMG RECEPTION

Background: KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation (KNCV) is an international knowledge and expertise centre on tuberculosis based in the Netherlands. The organization is committed to reducing tuberculosis worldwide and works in over 30 countries. KNCV stimulates effective, efficient and sustainable tuberculosis control strategies in a national and international context through: policy development, technical assistance, advisory services, training programs, capacity building, as well as epidemiological and operational research.

In Uganda, KNGV is implementing TBCARE I, a 15 month USAID funded project. TBCAREI works in close collaboration with the National TB and Leprosy Program (NTLP). TBCAREI will support the NTLP and TB control in Kampala. KNCV is seeking to recruit the following staff:

Position title: Accounts Assistant

Reports to: Finance and operations Manager

Main purpose of the post

Based in Kampala KNCVs office, the accounts assistant in collaboration with the Finance and Operations Manager will ensure adherence to quality financial stewardship, internal control and promotion of good financial management practice and compliance with audit requirements for the TB CARE 1 project in Uganda. The accounts assistant main role will be to assist in the financial operations of KNCV and TBCARL.

Duties and responsibilities

The account assistant  will:

Minimum requirements

KNCV TB Foundation is an equal opportunity employer To apply for these positions please send by email clearly indicating the job title applied for a cover letter and CV with names of three (3) references to: uganda@kncvtbc.nl on or before February 27, 2012. For further information on KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation and TBCARE I, visit; http://www.kncvtbc.nl/ and http://www.tbcta.org/.

Reports to Senior Information Scientist

Schedule of Duties:

a)    Responsible for all Ministry IT resources, carry out network administration and maintenance, implement the IT policy and provide user support for all ministry staff.

b)   The network administrator shall be in charge of the internet connections, server maintenance, and installations.

c)    The user support officer shall be in charge of installing software, connect equipment for users, provide support to all staff regarding down time, report any network failure to the administrator, and implement the maintenance plan.

Experience and qualification:

Applications should be addressed to: The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, P. 0. Box 7270, Kampala, Attn: Principal Personnel Officer. Applications with relevant testimonials and CVs should be submitted, in the Security Registry, Amber House Room A 203 not later than 23rd March, 2012. Time: 5.00pm.

Security Group (U) is a leading provider of security solutions in Greater East Africa, the group employs over 10,000 people and operates in 4 Countries in Africa and the Middle East. Security Group (U) strives to employ the best people, develop their competence, provide opportunity and inspire them to live our values. We have opportunities to build long term careers in the group and inspire individuals to reach their full potential due to current business expansion Security Group (U) urgently seeks to recruit a highly proactive, self driven individuals to fill the following vacant positions:

BRANCH MANAGERS (3 Positions)

PURPOSE: Reporting to the National Operations Manager, the incumbent will coordinate, track, implement and report field activities to ensure their effective and efficient

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Applications clearly marked “BRANCH MANAGER”, or “CHIEF CASHIER” accompanied by CV and indicating three traceable referees with daytime phone contacts and academic transcripts to be submitted to the HUMAN RESOURCE & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER through our Front Desk on Plot 21 MACKINON ROAD P.O. Box 20097, KAMPALA not later than 15th February, 2012.

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National Agricultural Research Organization is implementing a public-private partnership project with international, regional and local institutions on water efficient maize for Africa (WEMA). The project aims to improve food security and rural livelihoods among small-scale maize producers in Africa by developing drought tolerant-hybrid maize varieties. This Project is funded through African Agricultural Technology Foundation by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Howard Buffet Foundation. Feed the Future initiative of USAID is also supporting NARO to improve food security, health and nutrition.

NARO is seeking for dynamic scientists and technicians to implement project activities under the cereals program at the National Crops Resources Research Institute as follows

PLANT BREEDER USAID-Feed the Future (Maize) 1 Position

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Required Skills/Experiences:

Application procedure: Interested persons with the above requirements should submit hand-written applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephone numbers and names and addresses of 3 (three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and transcripts to the undersigned not later than 5.00 pm on Monday, 12th March 2012. The Director National Crops Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI) P.O. Box 7084, KAMPALA N.B The advert could also be viewed at NARO website http://www.ftaro.go.ug/. Or www.nacrri.go.ug. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

SolarNow Services (U) ltd is a social enterprise distributing solar energy to upcountry retailers and clients. We offer affordable products of high quality, while maintaining simple processes. SolarNow offers a credit scheme on its solar PV systems.

Responsibilities

Requirements:

Applicants

A minimum of a junior certificate with driving license, a clean driving record with a minimum of 5 years experi­ence; knowledge in defensive driving, keeping vehicle logs, vehicle maintenance, and office errands.

Application letters and CV with 3 traceable referees including immediate supervisors should be sent to Chief of Party, CLUSA Uganda, via e-mail to clusauganda@ncba.coop, with the position title clearly referenced in the subject line by close of business 30 March 2012. Please provide daytime contact telephone number. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Heavy Commercial Vehicle Electricians

Reporting to the Workshop Manager, the chosen applicants will be responsible for overhauling and repair of electrical components as well as using software/ hardware to diagnose and eliminate fault codes.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required:

-Must have undergone technical or vocational training at a recognized institution.

- At least 5 years experience, working in a similar position, gained in an automotive/

- Excellent computer skills (knowledge of diagnostics software system)

If you believe that you fit the required profile, please submit your curriculum vitae containing details of your qualifications, experience and skills as well as any certificates and contacts of references to: THE WORKSHOP MANAGER Skenya Motors (U) Ltd P.O. Box 71897, Clock Tower Kampala – Uganda Or by e-mail to: scania@skenya.com Note that the deadline is Friday 27th January 2012 and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Senior lecturer – Social Work

Salary: CU5

Reports to: Head of Department Social Work and Social Administration

Division: Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs

Main duties and Responsibilities:

1.    Participate in department/faculty decision making.

2.    Contribute effectively to the design and planning of programmes including preparation of course documentation as required.

3.    Effectively oversee the progress, examination and assessment of the students as designated by the Head of Department.

4.    Promote the work of the department and participate in the selection and induction of students.

5.    Assist in the curriculum development of the Department’s academic programmes.

6.    Seek to enhance the quality of education and provision by ensuring that high standards of teaching, research and learning are maintained on the relevant courses to which they contribute.

7.    Use teaching and learning strategies, which encourage student involvement and advance their independent learning.

8.    Participate in work -related training and staff development.

Carry out any other official duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications and experience:

1.

Hold a PhD in Social work from a recognized institute of higher learning.

2.

Higher qualification relevant to the programme such as a post graduate degree in social work, a professional certification or evidence of satisfactory progress towards such qualifications.

3.

A good social work honours degree from a recognized institute of higher learning.

4.

Should have taught at university level for at least three years and supervised undergraduate or postgraduate student’s research.

5.

Should have published a minimum of two scholarly articles in internationally recognized journals in their area of expertise.

6.

Membership to a relevant professional body.

7.

Must be a committed Christian

APPLICATION PROCEDURE Submit a copy of your application which should include a letter clearly demonstrating suitability for the job; updated curriculum vitae; copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts; samples of writing and photographs and the names and contacts of three referees to:

1.

Send an application letter together with updated Curriculum Vitae and three references.

2.

Attach copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts To: The Human Resource Manager Uganda Christian University Pilkington Building P.O. Box 4, Mukono Email: akatabaazi@ucu.ac.ug DEADLINE: 5:00p.m. Friday, 30lh March 2012 Only short listed candidates will be contacted

BACKGROUND: The goal of the Northern Uganda – Health Integration To Enhance Services (NU-HITES) project is to establish improved and sustained health and nutrition status of the northern Uganda population through a district-based integrated package of quality health services. NU-HITES will support and strengthen public and private sector health systems while at the same time improving integration of HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, MNCH, FP and nutrition services at facility and community levels.

POST: HEALTH SYSTEMS STRENGTHENING ADVISOR

RESPONSIBILITIES:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

National HRH assessment; workforce policy and planning; human resource development and management; development and deployment of human resource information systems; leadership development; workforce projections and costing; performance improvement; delivering or evaluating education for health professionals; pharmaceutical logistics; and managing health-workforce programs at the national or international level.

Roofings Rolling Mills Ltd is a leading steel manufacturer in East Africa having three-Phased project comprising of a wire galvanizing line, reinforced TMT bars rolling mill, Continuous Galvanizing and Colour Coating line located in Namanve Industrial and Business Park, Kampala Uganda, With modern technology from Germany, Austria, Italy, Canada, Japan and India, the combined capacity of the plant is over 200,000 tons per annum

The continuous galvanizing and colour coating plant (phase3) is a modern state of art plant and is the newest of all phases with the most modern technology in Sub-Saharan Africa and is expected to start production this year.

We are seeking to recruit energetic, dynamic, skilled and motivated people with zeal to perform beyond market expectations to fill the following positions.

POST: Shift Engineer- Production (4 Positions)

Roofings Rolling Mills Limited Plot 406 Kampala Industrial & Business Park, Namanve P.O. Box 35086, Kampala, Uganda Telephone (+256) 0392 – 700 952,  Fax (+256) 0392 – 254952

The Institute for Social Transformation (IST) is a non- profit organization established in Uganda in 2006 to promote use of the Training for Transformation (TfT) methodology in English speaking countries of Eastern Africa. Its main office is based in Ntinda, Plot 390 Kaduyu Close, Kiwatule. The Institute aims to develop:
• A new quality of community leadership in the 7 English speaking countries of Eastern Africa (Uganda, Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Kenya and Tanzania and for specific purposes, Rwanda).
• The skills, insights and abilities of teams from NGOs and community organizations to empower local self-reliant community development efforts
• The confidence and skills of local programme leaders to work with and challenge their governments to ensure macro and micro-economic policies that are to the advantage of the marginalized.

The Institute seeks to hire an Accountant to provide professional accounting and financial management.
In the promotion of its duties, the Institute seeks the services of a bright and self motivated Accountant with integrity and initiative. The staff member will inter alia perform the following duties:

• Responsible for production of IST financial reports on a monthly basis and as per different donor requirements
• Work with Auditors while conducting end of year audits
• Reconcile all bank statements and provide monitoring support to the Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer
• Prepare budgets and ensure all budgets are well monitored by the respective budget holders
• Responsible for the implementation and circulation of all office policies and procedures.
• Responsible to the Executive Director to provide assistance in the grant management process.

• Maintain data bases of partners, participants, consultants and possible venues
• Keep accurate records and books of account of all expenditure of the Institute
Chronologically file all payment vouchers and receipts
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• Manage and order supplies within the budget guidelines of the organization
• Procure services and equipment as required for administration
• Perform all secretarial duties as required by the Institute including setting up an electronic filing system

• Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time from the office of the Executive Director.

Applicant should be a person of integrity, hard working and able to work under minimum supervision. Strong computer literacy, positive attitude, and are also prerequisites.

Job requirement
Qualifications:
• ACCA/CPA certificate level, or Honors degree in Commerce/ Administration (Accounting)
• At least 2 years experience in financial reporting in a busy NGO
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel/ word and any accounting software
• Up to date knowledge of current financial practices
• Ability to write and speak English well
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Applications should be submitted to: isocialtransformation32@gmail.com

Deadline: Not later than 20th February 2011

Reproductive health Uganda (RHU) is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and its core mandate is to promote high quality, high-impact and gender sensitive Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights information and services through capacity building, specialized service delivery, issue specific advocacy and strategic partnerships. It is a volunteer owned and led organization, with the volunteer body having a distinct role to play in governance, but not in actual project management and implementation. RHU seeks to recruit highly skilled, experienced and motivated persons to fill the following positions  -Communication and Public Relations Coordinator (1 Post)

Duty Station: RHU Head Office, Kampala

Reports to: Executive Director

Job Role:

Knowledge, skills and temperament:

Training and Experience:

How to apply:

Submit by post or hand-deliver a letter of application with certified copies of academic transcripts, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other relevant certificates plus contact addresses (e-mail) of 3 referees (including day time telephone numbers) to:

The Executive Director, Reproductive Health Uganda, P.O. Box 10746, Kampala Or hand-deliver at: RHU Head Office, Plot 2, Katego Road, Kamwokya (Opposite Uganda Museum)

Closing Date: 6th April, 2012. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

NB: For all positions female applicants are encouraged to apply

Take a leading role in the family planning and reproductive health revolution in Uganda. Marie Stopes Uganda (MSU) is the largest and fasting growing organization of its type in the country, preparing for a period of rapid expansion with support from the UK and US governments. We aim to contribute 15 points to Uganda’s contraceptive prevalence rate by 2015, saving and improving many thousands of Ugandan lives. MSU currently has a wide array of multi-donor funded projects, including its combined $38 million 5-year LTM family planning programme.

We are looking for a highly experienced, strategically minded and dynamic individual to lead MSU’s Technical Services and Innovation department, spearheading innovation at MSU and overseeing MSU’s donor project portfolio, research, monitoring and evaluation, and integrated marketing services. This is an Executive Management Team position reporting into the Country Director.

MSU is a client-centred and results-oriented social enterprise. We deliver high quality, effective and sustainable family planning and reproductive health interventions across every district of Uganda. MSU has 25% of the market share in modern contraceptives and, in 2010, safely delivered 35,000 babies and contributed 4 points to Uganda’s contraceptive prevalence rate. MSU has enjoyed 20% year on year growth since 2007. This role is critical to our mission of ensuring every Ugandan’s right to CHILDREN BY CHOICE NOT CHANCE, and you will adhere to MSU’s core values:

Job Title: Technical Services and Innovation Director.

Reporting to: The Country Director.

The Technical Services & Innovation (TSI) Director is a key member of the Executive Management Team and is responsible for oversight of donor project management, integrated marketing and research, monitoring and evaluation. These integrated functions aim to provide an enabling environment for high quality service delivery to the 250,000 + MSU clients. The Director will have oversight of the Implementation of a complex range of donor funded projects, including a $38 million, 5 year USAID- funded project to increase contraceptive prevalence in Uganda by significantly scaling up access to long term and permanent family planning methods through multiple delivery channels. The Director will work closely with the Directors of Operations and Private Sector Partnerships (overseeing service delivery) to coordinate, monitor and facilitate the activities of all donor funded activities and improve the quality of programming through research, marketing and BCC.

The Director will work collaboratively with other EMT members at a strategic level to achieve MSU’s objectives. The TSI Director manages a growing department (currently 10 people), with direct line management of the Senior Donor Projects Manager,

Your role will be to:

Skills and Experience: Qualifications:

Experience:

Skills:

Attitude / Motivation:

Application Details: Interested applicants should submit an application letter together with their detailed curriculum vitae only to the postal or email addresses below. This MUST reach MSU by close of business Friday 16th March. Marie Stopes Uganda is an equal opportunity employer. Human Resource and Administration Manager Plot 1020, Kisugu-Muyenga, P. O. Box 10431, Kampala-Uganda Email: jobs@mariestopes.or.ug Quoting ‘Technical Services and Innovation Director 2012' (Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.) No Telephone Calls Please.