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20 November 2012
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Jobs at Sameer Agriculture & Livestock Limited in Uganda- Human Resource Manager


Job Title  :   Human Resource Manager
Job Information    

Sameer Agriculture & Livestock Limited
Plot No.49-53/55, 5th Street Industrial Area,
KAMPALA, UGANDA

SALL seeks to recruit a progressive, result oriented HR professional for the position of HR Manager. He/She will report to functional HR head and CEO/MD.

Job Responsibilities:
• Ensure institutionalization of best practices in alignment with corporate HR policies.

• Oversee and lead all HR functions from workforce planning, recruitment, on boarding, engagement and enhancement of HR capital of the company. Personally monitor implementation of PMS process (based on Balanced Score card) and its linkages with reward and recognition, training and development and other sub systems.

• Ensure strict compliance of all statutory and other labor and factory related regulations. Previous hands on experience is essential.

• Maintain productive interfaces with government and community at large.

• Coordinate with Corporate Head Office and other SALL companies to help develop high performance work culture across the group.

SKILLS Required:
• Exposure to SAP/ HRIS shall be an added advantage. Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

How to Apply:
Interested candidates who are ready to join can send their applications and detailed CV’s in person or by mail before 15.12.2012 to:

The Dy.General Manager (P&A)
Sameer Agriculture & Livestock Limited,
Plot No.49-53/55, 5th Street Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 7078, Kampala, Uganda
Email ID: dairy@creambell.co.ug or chary@creambell.co.ug

Deadline: 15th Dec 2012

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Jobs at International HIV/AIDS Alliance in Uganda- Senior Grants Officer

Job Title     Senior Grants Officer
Start Date     Nov 19, 2012
End Date     Nov 30, 2012
Job Information    

Background
The International HIV/AIDS Alliance (The Alliance) is implementing the Strengthening Uganda’s National Response for Implementation of Services for Orphans and other Vulnerable Children (SUNRISE-OVC) project through a Co-operative Agreement with USAID Uganda. This project in its third year now will run for 5 years up to 2015 and includes a substantial element of onward granting to zonal Technical Services  Organizations (TSOs) as intermediaries to provide technical support to local governments and civil society organizations working in 80 districts in Uganda. With its international secretariat offices based in Brighton, UK, the Alliance seeks to recruit a Senior Grants Officer for SUNRISE-OVC project based in Kampala, Uganda.

Job Summary
The Senior Grants Officer has responsibility and accountability for the grants management function within the Finance and Grants Section of the Alliance Uganda Country Office. The Senior Grants Officer assists other programme team members in supporting implementing partners with work plans and budgets development. He/she will develop/implement grants management procedures that match the Ugandan context so that grantees are able to manage their grants efficiently and in compliance with USAID regulations. He or she supports the entire grants management cycle including grant-making processes and procedures from inception to close-out.

Specific Responsibilities:
1. Grants Management
• Develop or adapt formats, procedures, and regulations to be used for formulating, negotiating, executing, monitoring, and closing sub-grants according to USAID regulations.
• Collaborate with other programme staff in designing/revising mechanisms to solicit Activity plans or proposal applications (if applicable), award sub-grants, negotiate terms of reference, and monitor and report on financial activities as appropriate.
• Assist technical staff in reviewing implementing partners’ periodic work plans and budgets
• Work with the Senior Finance and Grants Manager and Alliance Secretariat to ensure that the Grant Management Manual is kept up to date and
amended as required.
• Support the close-out process with the Alliance Uganda implementing partners.

2. Donor Compliance
• Develop mechanisms for making payments and monitoring/reporting fi nancial performance, in accordance with USAID requirements and guidelines and those established in the agreements with sub-grantees.
• Administer the grants according to criteria and guidelines set forth by the Alliance in relation to USAID requirements, contractual agreements and the Alliance Uganda Grants Management Program Manual and guidelines.
• Review financial reports and records submitted by sub-grantees in order to help them improve or maintain acceptable standards that enable them to generate reliable information and reports that are compliant with donor requirements.

3. Support to Grantees
• Develop financial capacity assessment tools for local partners and grantees
• Build the technical support strategies and plans according to the needs identified after the financial assessment of grantees.
• Conduct training workshops, one on one technical support and mentoring for local partners’ staff in grants management and other fi nance areas as necessary.
• Provide regular field-based support to sub-grantees to track work progress, provide guidance and support, and ensure consistent quality of work is performed in grants management; conducting performance plans and reviews; implementing and assuring adherence to Project policies, guidelines and values;
• Providing administrative and logistical support to the technical review process
• In conjunction with partners and other staff support grantees to adhere to organizational policies and procedures, and other recommendations for fi nancial and programmatic accountability.
• Follow up on financial capacity building plans and monitor the grantees that have received training to ensure that they are applying the knowledge
acquired appropriately.
• Work with and support finance and programmatic personnel during the budgeting process.

4. Manage the Grants Information System
• Provide inputs and support on the definition of financial and programmatic selection criteria to be followed in the granting process.
• Develop monitoring tools for Program staff to review compliance issues during support visits.
• Maintain all the fi les, generate and share out all grantee information that will facilitate decision making and donor reporting.
• Work with partners and staff to develop monitoring plans/schedules and through periodic visits, follow-up the grantees to assess implementation and compliance with the grants agreements.
• Assist in developing work plans, monitor progress, track expenses, and prepare reports under the guidance of the Senior Finance and Grants Manager.
• Analyze financial data on sub-granting; report on performance trends and compliance with the budgets and agreements.
• Review the Quarterly reports and Grant Information System Reports submitted by the implementing partners. Work conditions
• The position is based in Kampala, with approximately 30% time spent in the
field providing support supervision and monitoring of TSO grants.
• Required Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other related fi eld
• Minimum of 5 years experience,3 of which must be in US Federal funded grants/contracts administration and management. Preferably with international non-governmental organizations.
• Experience in the development or implementation of contracts/grants and compliance training.
• Excellent communications skills (oral and written), including editing and proof reading
• Proficient computer/software skills, including good command of MS Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to work independently, assess priorities and manage a variety of activities with attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with colleagues, contractors, vendors, and awardees
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of time.

How to apply:
Suitable candidates for the above post should submit applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, name and address of three referees and a day time contact telephone number to the International HIV/AIDS Alliance offices addressed to:

The Chief of Party,
International HIV/AIDS Alliance in Uganda, SUNRISE-OVC Project,
Plot 19, Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo,
P. O. Box 40333, Kampala, Uganda
Email: allianceug@allianceuganda.org

All applications should be delivered and registered at the above address during offi cial working hours (8.30am- 5.00pm) not later than Friday, November 30, 2012. Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 30th Nov 2012

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Audit Manager Job at BACKHOUSE Certified Public Accountants in Uganda

Job Title: Audit Manager

Under the leadership of Respective Engagement Partner  the Audit Manager  will supervise the  entire audit  cycle in accordance  with International standards  on Auditing . The successful candidate will supervise  audit  teams along  the following  typical audit cycle :
•    Participate in the  discussions  with  prospective  clients to agree  the terms of engagement  and document  these in  an engagement  letter.
•    Gather information to enable the understanding  of the business  and accounting systems
•    Develop  audit strategy  (assess  inherent risk, determine planning  materiality, perform analytical   reviews , determine areas of  audit significance, assess  control environment , develop  Risk  Profile,  determine nature and extent  of audit  procedures);
•    Execute the  audit (Perform and evaluate  Tests of Controls , substantive analytical procedures ,and other substantive procedures .
•    Review  audit  evidence  to enable  the firm to  form a  professionally defendable  audit opinion

How to apply
The Human Resources Director  of BACKHOUSE
7th Floor , Eastern Wing ,Commercial Plaza(KCB Bank Building
Plot 7 , Kampala Road Tel; +256-414-253410
P. O. Box 25573, Kampala
Email;info@backhouse.co.ug
Deadline:30th  November  2012

14 November 2012
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IT Assistant Job Vacancy at UNRA in Uganda


Job Title: IT ASSISTANT- FINANCIAL SYSTEMS SUPPORT

[ii] Scope of the position
The job holder will be responsible for providing first level administrative,
operational support of financial systems, support to users including
problem resolution, product evaluation, developing, testing, rolling out of
financial computer applications developed, acquired by UNRA and
Training to users for such systems.

[iii] Position relationships
? Responsible to and is allocated duties by
the chief Accountant
? Works under the direction and supervision of the Financial
Accountant
? Liaises with other accounts staff as necessary

[iv) Key duties & responsibilities
1. Ensures Financial systems Back up
2. Fixes Data in case of data corruption
3. Online trouble shooting in financial systems to all UNRA Stations
and at headquarters
4. Manages access levels in the Financial system
5. Ensures uploading of all Stations data to the Headquarter servers
via WAN
6. Ensures an error- free system at all times

[v] Person specification
? The post holder must have a Diploma in Business Studies, finance,
accounting or banking with practical accounting experience of at
least three (3) years.
? Must have experience in Pastel set up and customization for Public
and Private Financial set up.
? Certification in Pastel and working as a Pastel Technician for at
least five (5) years are desirable.

[vi] Position Grade SG 5

How to Apply:
Salaries and Benefits:
Appointments will be made on very attractive, negotiable monthly salary packages plus a range of
benefits.
Conditions for Applying:
Applications accompanied by:
(i) A capability statement detailing the applicant’s general qualifications, adequacy for the post and
illustrated personal experience
(ii) Copies of testimonials (the applicant must endorse on each copy of the submitted
testimonials);
(iii) Detailed curriculum vitae duly signed by the applicant on each and every page and
showing previous positions held;
(iv) Current salary;
(v) Three referees; and
(vi) Postal addresses and day time telephone contacts of applicant should be submitted to:
The Secretary of the Board of Directors
Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA)
Plot 5, Lourdel Road
P.O. Box 28487
Kampala, Uganda.
To reach the Secretary not later than 30 November 2012 at 17.00 hours. Only short-listed candidates
will be contacted.
Canvassing or lobbying by applicants or their representatives will lead to disqualification.
Those who applied before for the same positions should not re-apply.

Deadline: 30th Nov 2012

11 November 2012
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Jobs at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation- Senior Technical Advisor


Job Title: Senior Technical Advisor

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, Uganda

“Sometimes in life there is that moment when ifs possible to make a The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is a global leader in the fight against pediatric HIV and AIDS, working in 17 countries and at 4,700 sites around the world to prevent the transmission of HIV to children, and to help those already infected. Today, because of the highly successful work of the Foundation and its partners, pediatric AIDS has been virtually eliminated in the United States. With a growing global staff of nearly 1,300—nine of 10 who work in the field—the Foundation’s global mission is to implement prevention, care, and treatment; further advance innovative research; and to execute strategic and targeted global advocacy activities to bring dramatic change to the lives of millions of women, children, and families worldwide.

The Foundation received funding from USAID/Uganda for a five-year cooperative agreement in 13 districts in the south-western region of Uganda with the goal of increasing access to, coverage of and utilization of quality comprehensive tuberculosis (TB) and HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment services. We are therefore seeking most suitable candidates to fill the following positions.

JOB TITLE: Senior Technical Advisor.

DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services.

LOCATION: Mbarara

Reporting Relationships: The Senior Technical Advisor reports to the Technical Director.

Job Summary:

The Senior TA will be responsible for providing leadership to team of technical advisors; and also provide technical leadership in PMTCT. As a technical lead for PMTCT, He/ She will also be responsible for planning and strategy development for PMTCT, provide technical assistance to Foundation/STAR SW project staff, district and site teams to ensure high quality PMCT service delivery in the 13 districts under EGPAF support. The role requires direct collaboration with the Ministry of Health to effectively implement, monitor and evaluate PMTCT in accordance with national HIV/AIDS policies and standards.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership & management:

    Provides leadership and support to a team of technical advisors for a coordinated implementation of the developed program strategies.
Develop a cohesive and productive team of technical advisors that leads the implementation of the strategic plans of the EGPAF-led projects Work to ensure creating a strong linkage with other service areas and departments.
Participate in senior management team and program managers’ meetings as key platform for strategic guidance and coordination of core functions

Technical Assistance in PMTCT:

    Ensures that STAR SWI EGPAF’s implementation strategies and performance goals are in accordance with national and international standards for PMTCT”
Provides technical guidance for comprehensive TB and HIV/AIDS programs by updating implementing partners on technical advances and lessons learned around the world.
Provides PMTCT technical support and guidance to the district based officers and the district teams for work plan development. Ensures the technical soundness of EGPAF’s PMTCT strategies by: organizing regular technical updates/review meetings for PMTCT to the STAR SW project staff.
Provides technical guidance during the development of STAR SW/ EGPAF’s annual work plan and participates in the planning and budgeting activities, especially in regard to TB/HIV services.
Coordinates technical reporting according to defined donor/EGPAF reporting schedules and writes regular monitoring and technical reports as required.
Track progress at individual PMTCT sites through site visits and supervision reports, in collaboration with district based teams.
Assist in identifying, documenting, disseminating and scaling up best practices in PMTCT and C&T.
Provide technical inputs and assistance to the MOH with particular reference to development of national PMTCT policies, guidelines and training materials.
Serve as a Technical Advisor on technical working groups on relevant technical working groups of the Ministry of Health Represents EGPAF and STAR SW project in the supported districts and at national level.
Provides the Technical Director and Country Director with technical guidance on issues related to PMTCT.
Participates in identifying research questions and implementation of operations research on programmatic implementation of PMTCT.

Requirement:

    Must have a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree with master of medicine or Public Health.
At least 5 years’ experience in HIV/AIDS implementation, monitoring and evaluation; and specifically in prevention of Mother to Child HIV Transmission Programs.
Must have an excellent grasp of HIV/AIDS current knowledge especially on HIV/AIDS treatment and elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV current frame work and national strategies
Extensive knowledge of MOH national PMTCT guidelines and implementation modalities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Experience and evidence of past results providing technical assistance to national counterparts.
Knowledge of the functioning of the country's Ministry of Health and decentralized health system.
Experience in developing technical documents and reports clinical mentorship and supportive supervision experience strong interpersonal skills.
Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding HIV infection.
A high level of proficiency in relevant computer applications, particularly MS Office and some analytical statistical packages.
Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain relationships with project staff, district leadership and other partners.
Ability to manage projects/activities, set realistic priorities and timelines, and follow through appropriately.
Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities while working as part of a team Experience in managing technical teams.

Experience: 5

How to apply:
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are welcome to apply. Please send cover letter and CV to: The Country Director/COP Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) Plot 18A Kyadondo Road, Nakasero. P.O. Box 21127, Kampala, Uganda E-mall: UgandaRecruitment@pedaids.org

EGPAF will only contact short-listed applicants. Deadline for submission is 16th November 2012.

Deadline: 16th Nov 2012

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Programme Assistant Job Vacancy at UNDP in Uganda

Job Title: PROGRAMME ASSISTANT, UNV
Location :     Kampala, UGANDA
Application Deadline :    16-Nov-12
Type of Contract :    FTA Local
Post Level :    GS-5
Languages Required :
English 
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    02-Jan-2013
Duration of Initial Contract :    1 Year (full time)

Background
Based in the Country Office of UNDP, the UNV field unit generally consists of a UNV Programme Officer and a UNV Programme Assistant/Associate. In some cases, the field unit consists of only a UNV Programme Assistant or a UNV Programme Associate. The field unit is an integral part of the UNV HQ Portfolio Team. The UNV field unit is responsible for the day-to-day management of UN volunteers, UNV-managed programmes, responding to appropriate local demands and seeking out new opportunities for UNV. As part of the UNV field unit, the UNV Programme Assistant is assigned to the UNDP Country Office to work with his/her supervisor to provide support to UNV activities in the country. The UNV Programme Assistant is responsible for the administrative requirements related to the UNV inputs/assignments.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the UNV Programme Officer, the incumbent will undertake a range of tasks and duties that include the following:

Ensures effective programme-related support, focusing on achievement of the following results:

    Provide the required support, where appropriate, to his/her supervisor in managing and monitoring UNV projects under the supervisor’s responsibility.
Maintain required financial information on expenditures to assist his/her supervisor in the preparation of project budgets and subsequent revisions.
Act upon and follow-up on pipeline UNV assignments with partner agencies, particularly in the timely submission of Descriptions of Assignment, confirmation of funds, clearance of candidates, etc.
Support the supervisor in volunteerism related activities, including International Volunteer Day (IVD) events.
Ensures effective volunteer-related support, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Maintain volunteer files of all UN volunteers assigned to the country, ensuring that all correspondence and periodic reports (online) are properly kept, and that related matters requiring action are brought to the attention of his/her supervisor.
Monitor and keep records of the contractual status of all serving UN volunteers and flag to his/her supervisor follow-up actions on assignment extensions, renewals and replacements.
Maintain up-to-date volunteer leave records and ensure that all UN volunteers submit their leave requests well in advance to the UNDP office (particular attention is given to final leave entitlements); submit to UNV headquarters copies of the final leave records for all departing UN volunteers.
Maintain up to date contact records of all serving UN volunteers, including their recognized dependents.
Ensure that inventories of personal effects of UN volunteers are compiled, updated and sent to UNV headquarters in a timely manner, in accordance with the relevant provisions included in the Field Security Handbook as well as in the UNV Conditions of Service.
Liaise with UNV HQ and/or country of recruitment on the logistical and travel arrangements of arriving UN volunteers and his/her recognized dependents.
Facilitate government clearance and entry visas of incoming UN volunteers and their recognized dependents.
Undertake all the tasks in order to ensure that all UN volunteers arriving for the first time in the country are met and pre-arrival arrangements are made.Ensure timely payment of UN volunteer Settling-in-Grant.
Provide the necessary support to UN volunteers to open bank accounts as well as to complete forms required to obtain residence permits, driving license, etc.
Prepare, when required, in consultation with the supervisor, travel authorization for UN volunteers in connection with their in-country duty-related travel.
Respond to and liaise with all UN volunteers in the country regarding financial and administrative issues.
Undertake tasks in the overall management of the UN volunteers and recognized dependents in the country.
Process monthly entitlements of UN volunteers.
Provide, when required, in consultation with the supervisor, the necessary support to UN volunteers in the case of serious illness, medical evacuation, security evacuations or the death of a UN volunteer.
Ensure all conditions are met before the payment of final entitlements to UN volunteers at the end of their assignment.
Provide guidance and advice on conditions of service and administrative processes in co-ordination with the Portfolio Team at UNV HQ.
Screen national candidates applying for UNV positions.

 Ensures effective programme-related support, focusing on achievement of the following results:

    Provide the required support, where appropriate, to his/her supervisor in managing and monitoring UNV projects under the supervisor’s responsibility.
Maintain required financial information on expenditures to assist his/her supervisor in the preparation of project budgets and subsequent revisions.
Act upon and follow-up on pipeline UNV assignments with partner agencies, particularly in the timely submission of Descriptions of Assignment, confirmation of funds, clearance of candidates, etc.
Support the supervisor in volunteerism related activities, including International Volunteer Day (IVD) events.

Ensures effective volunteer-related support, focusing on achievement of the following results:

    Maintain volunteer files of all UN volunteers assigned to the country, ensuring that all correspondence and periodic reports (online) are properly kept, and that related matters requiring action are brought to the attention of his/her supervisor.
Monitor and keep records of the contractual status of all serving UN volunteers and flag to his/her supervisor follow-up actions on assignment extensions, renewals and replacements.
Maintain up-to-date volunteer leave records and ensure that all UN volunteers submit their leave requests well in advance to the UNDP office (particular attention is given to final leave entitlements); submit to UNV headquarters copies of the final leave records for all departing UN volunteers.
Maintain up to date contact records of all serving UN volunteers, including their recognized dependents.
Ensure that inventories of personal effects of UN volunteers are compiled, updated and sent to UNV headquarters in a timely manner, in accordance with the relevant provisions included in the Field Security Handbook as well as in the UNV Conditions of Service.
Liaise with UNV HQ and/or country of recruitment on the logistical and travel arrangements of arriving UN volunteers and his/her recognized dependents.
Facilitate government clearance and entry visas of incoming UN volunteers and their recognized dependents.
Undertake all the tasks in order to ensure that all UN volunteers arriving for the first time in the country are met and pre-arrival arrangements are made.Ensure timely payment of UN volunteer Settling-in-Grant.
Provide the necessary support to UN volunteers to open bank accounts as well as to complete forms required to obtain residence permits, driving license, etc.
Prepare, when required, in consultation with the supervisor, travel authorization for UN volunteers in connection with their in-country duty-related travel.
Respond to and liaise with all UN volunteers in the country regarding financial and administrative issues.
Undertake tasks in the overall management of the UN volunteers and recognized dependents in the country.
Process monthly entitlements of UN volunteers.
Provide, when required, in consultation with the supervisor, the necessary support to UN volunteers in the case of serious illness, medical evacuation, security evacuations or the death of a UN volunteer.
Ensure all conditions are met before the payment of final entitlements to UN volunteers at the end of their assignment.
Provide guidance and advice on conditions of service and administrative processes in co-ordination with the Portfolio Team at UNV HQ.
Screen national candidates applying for UNV positions.

 Ensures effective administrative and logistical support,focusing on achievement of the following results:

    Maintain inventories of all UNV-supplied, non-expendable equipment, and ensure records of all items purchased for UNV-executed projects are submitted to UNV headquarters.
Perform functions related to carrying out surveys on housing and utilities relevant to UNV and ensure that the results are communicated to UNV headquarters.
Draft and type correspondence, including memoranda and notes for the file.
Maintain general office files and keep information and reference material in a manner that allows easy reference and retrieval.
Perform duties such as photocopying, collection and distribution of incoming mail, dispatching outgoing mail, locating files, etc.
Perform ATLAS HCM roles related to contract management, payroll validation, earnings and deductions, leave management, terminations, etc.
Prepare requisitions, purchase orders and vouchers for all UNV payments in ATLAS and take timely corrective actions on incorrect requisition, purchase orders, and vouchers.
Provide administrative support in updating and maintaining a NUN volunteers candidates’ data base and recruitment of NUN volunteers.
Provide administrative support for the recruitment of local UNV candidates who are deployed to other countries.
Perform other administrative duties as may be required.

 Ensures effective administrative and logistical support,focusing on achievement of the following results:

    Maintain inventories of all UNV- supplied, non-expendable equipment, and ensure records of all items purchased for UNV -executed projects are submitted to UNV headquarters.
Perform functions related to carrying out surveys on housing and utilities relevant to UNV and ensure that the results are communicated to UNV headquarters.
Draft and type correspondence, including memoranda and notes for the file.
Maintain general office files and keep information and reference material in a manner that allows easy reference and retrieval.
Perform duties such as photocopying, collection and distribution of incoming mail, dispatching outgoing mail, locating files, etc.
Perform ATLAS HCM roles related to contract management, payroll validation, earnings and deductions, leave management, terminations, etc.
Prepare requisitions, purchase orders and vouchers for all UNV payments in ATLAS and take timely corrective actions on incorrect requisition, purchase orders, and vouchers.
Provide administrative support in updating and maintaining a NUN volunteers candidates’ data base and recruitment of NUN volunteers.
Provide administrative support for the recruitment of local UNV candidates who are deployed to other countries.
Perform other administrative duties as may be required.

Competencies
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

    Documents innovative strategies and new approaches
Identifies and communicates opportunities to promote learning and knowledge sharing
Develops awareness of the various internal/external learning and knowledge-sharing resources

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

    Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position
Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
Identifies new and better approaches to work processes and incorporates same in own work
Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments

Promoting Organizational Change and Development

    Demonstrates ability to identify problems and proposes solutions
Documents processes to support change initiatives

Strategic Alignment of Management Practice (HQ& RSCs)

     Understands the nd provides inputs to the delivery of management systems and services

Design and Implementation of Management Systems

     Uses information/databases/other management systems

Client Orientation

    Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients
Responds to client needs promptly

Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management

    Prepares timely inputs to reports
Maintains databases

Core Competencies:

    Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
Self-development, initiative-taking
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
Creating synergies through self-control
Managing conflict
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others
Informed and transparent decision making

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

    Secondary education.  Certification in administration, accounting or finance desirable. A University degree in Business or Public Administration will be an added advantage.

Experience:

    5 years of relevant experience in administration and/or programme support services.
Experience using computers and office software packages (ERP, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Experience in handling of web-based management systems is highly desirable.

Language Requirements:

    Fluency in English and national language of the duty station.

How to Apply:
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=33691

Deadline: 16th Nov 2012

05 November 2012
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Jobs at Uganda Wild Life Authority in Uganda- Warden Legal

Job Title: WARDEN LEGAL .

Salary Scale: UWA 06.

Location: UWA Headquarters.

Reporting to: Legal counsel.

Purpose of the position

To safeguard UWA property and interests through Legal Department in order to keep UWA operating its business in line with the law and ensure the Uganda Wildlife Authority is protected against all forms of litigation.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

    Liaises with different Government Ministries e.g. Ministry of Tourism Trades Industry, Ministry of Justice (Company registry) and Ministry of lands to ensure that proper monitoring and registration process is finalised & ensure that UWA property is registered in UWA names.
Liaises with the legal counsel on all legal matters.
Serves as Secretary to the Departmental Meetings.
Sets up and maintains the statutory registers in consultation with legal counsel.
Drafts legal documents between Uganda Wildlife Authority and its clients and other third parties and forwards them to legal counsel to consider.
Offers legal advice as and when required on various matters arising out of the day-to-day operations of the Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Liaises and coordinates with the external lawyer, law firms, receivers, auctioneers or any other third party representing the Uganda Wildlife Authority on any matter under the guidance of the legal counsel.
Performs any other official related duties as may be assigned by Principal legal or the ED and his/her representatives from time to time.

Requirement:

    Should have minimum of four years reasonable experience two of which should be in a Government establishment or prominent busy company Education.
University graduate of law, from a recognized university specializing in commercial or company law,
Should possess at least a postgraduate diploma in legal practice.
Should have a valid practicing certificate Should be registered with the Uganda Law Society Knowledge, skills and abilities Good knowledge of the principles and practices of company law, Land law or commercial law, and the procedures guiding the public sector.
Should possess a good understanding of legal practice, Should be a good observer, listener and a careful analytical person who is able to detect crime in time &, attaches attention to detail.

Experience: 4
How to apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for these challenging positions please submit your application together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving full career details, day-time telephone number, address and telephone contacts of three competent referees who are not your relatives, as well as copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials to the address below before Friday 09/11/2012 at 5.00 pm. The Executive Director Uganda Wildlife Authority Plot 7 Kiira Road, Kamwokya P.O. Box 3530 – Kampala. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Successful candidates must be ready to undergo Para military training.

Deadline: 19th Nov 2012

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Jobs at African Field Epidemiology Network in Uganda- Deputy Executive Director

Job Title: Deputy Executive Director, Kampala
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 November 2012

Scope:
The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is interested in recruiting a Deputy Executive Director. The main function of the position will be to provide support to the Executive Director's office, and Head the Science and Public Affairs Unit of the organization.

Responsibilities:

    Delegated authority to act on behalf of the Executive Director in his/her absence;
Represent the organization to the public, key stakeholders and partners;
Provide guidance for fundraising and donor management, business development and partnership activities;
Provide guidance for program activities including outreach, volunteer coordination and partnerships development, as well as marketing, media relations, and public relations;
Ensuring identification of public health problems pertinent to the population;
Manage the preparation of written and oral reports and presentations that communicate necessary information to professional audiences, policy makers and the general public;
Manage the implementation of operational and financial plans;
Manage the preparation of proposals for extramural funding;
Serves as a mentor, coach and guide to senior staff within AFENET;
Any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director. Certifications, License, Physical Requirements or Other Expertise Required:
The minimum educational requirement is a Masters degree in Public Health with five years of experience working within public health at the state or national level.
Post graduate training in business, management or public administration OR experience in lieu of qualification will be an advantage..
Good knowledge of MS Office programs like Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

    Experience:
Experience working in an NGO setting for at least three years and served at mid or top managerial level for at least one year
Experience applying for, managing and accounting for grants
Experience in the basics of accounting and financial management, auditing regulations and fulfilling project targets
Conversant with human resource management in small and medium sized organizations
Involvement in advocacy campaigns for training programs and preferably field epidemiology training programs.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of local and federal laws and regulations; of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques; of accounting, budgeting and financial principles; and of the principles and practices of public administration and management.
Knowledge of the complexities of field epidemiology training and the ability to identify and evaluate training opportunities.
Knowledge of a range of donor guidelines including but not limited to USG regulations including USAID 22 CFR 226 and 228, OMB Circulars; European Union; the Gates Foundation and others.
Ability to direct and organize program activities; to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions; to develop and evaluate policies and procedures; to direct the development of policies and procedures; to prepare concise reports; to make presentations and; to communicate effectively; and to plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others.

    Remuneration:
Competitive based on qualification and experience.

How to apply:

Submit your resume, application letter and relevant documentation:
The Administration & Human Resource Office
African Field Epidemiology Network
Plot 4B, Mabua Road, Kololo
P.O. Box 12874, Kampala, Uganda
Phone: 256.417.700.650
Email: sec@afenet.net

Please note: Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Communication will be conducted with short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date, you may regard your application as unsuccessful.

Deadline: 21st Nov 2012

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Jobs at Uganda Wildlife Authority- Plumber

Job Title: PLUMBER

Salary Scale: UWA 09

No: 02

Location: Field Based

Reporting to: Ass/ Warden Engineer

Purpose of the position

The holder of this position does general work as assigned by the supervisor e.g. fixing pipes, carrying materials, help in construction of water systems, do any general work on the CA as required from time to time. Summary of essential job functions Carry building materials needed at any site

    Fix broken pipes.
Carry out any cleaning work required.
Off load any materials required.
Clean water tanks and pipes.
Perform any general duties assigned.

Requirement:

    Must have a technical certificate in plumbing from a recognized institution

Abilities required:

    Should be able to work long hours
Must be punctual and physically fit;
Must have swimming skills and able to work with water;
Must be trustworthy;
Must have be able to communicate;
Must be physically tit and able to do heavy work.

How to apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for these challenging positions please submit your application together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving full career details, day-time telephone number, address and telephone contacts of three competent referees who are not your relatives, as well as copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials to the address below before Friday 09/11/2012 at 5.00 pm.

The Executive Director Uganda Wildlife Authority Plot 7 Kiira Road, Kamwokya P.O. Box 3530 – Kampala.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Successful candidates must be ready to undergo Para military training.

Deadline: 19th Nov 2012