Job Title: Video Conferencing Technician, Entebbe, Uganda

Entebbe, Uganda

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the worlds most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground. UNOPS employs more than 6000 personnel and on behalf of its partners creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centres, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries. UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - Development Group Cluster

Development Group Cluster

The UNOPS Development Group Cluster is based in New York and supports a diverse and complex portfolio including partners such as the United Nations Development Programme (the Bureau for Development Policy, and the Special Unit for South-South Cooperation), the United Nations Population Fund, the United Nations Capital Development Fund, the United Nations Secretariat and a broadening community of primarily New York-based UN partners in the delivery of project management, implementation and administration services.
Background Information - Job-specific

The United Nations Department of Field Support, Information and Communications Technology Division (UN DFS-ICTD) is responsible for the delivery of applications that satisfy the requirements of the Departments of Peacekeeping Operations and Field Support (DPKO/DFS) missions as well as Special Political Missions (SPMs). DFS has implemented a range of systems to address the principal requirements of peacekeeping operations and to support and enhance the processes DFS undertakes. UNOPS has been requested to assist in the implementation of this activity.

Functional Responsibilities

Reporting to the Video Conference manager, the Video Conferencing Technician is responsible for the following duties:

    Service and test equipment for Video Conferencing facilities and Multimedia Support Services.
Provide support for all video conferencing activities originating or transiting UNESB; which will include the set up of all conferences and the operation of the equipment during conferences.
Assist in the operation and maintenance of the conference facilities at UNESB.
Operate the relevant room equipment during the conferences. The incumbent must over-see the entire conference to ensure that all equipment is functioning properly.
Operate various Video Conference Network equipment, Gatekeepers, management servers, steaming servers, Video Conference endpoints and MCU’s.
Operate various short-haul and long-haul, high-speed data carrier equipment (eg. Satellite modems, Network switches and routers (copper/fiber) equipment).
Assist with the distribution and return of CIT equipment for DFS and with Inventory Management functions, such as receipt, inspection, issue, return-to-stock, write-off, shipments and stock checks.
Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Planning and Organizing

    Ability to organize, plan and implement work assignments, manage competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.

Teamwork

    Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; is willing to learn from others.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment.

Technological Awareness

    Ability to keep abreast of available technologies and actively seek to apply technology to appropriate tasks

Communications

    Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to prepare reports, articulate options concisely conveying maximum necessary information, and make and defend recommendations.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

EDUCATION:

    Secondary school education or equivalent technical school.

EXPERIENCE:

    Minimum of 6 years of experience in operating a wide range of AV presentation equipment, together with the relevant technical qualification, good communication skills and computer literacy is essential.
Broad technical knowledge of Video Conferencing and associated equipment.
Basic knowledge of satellite communications and Wide Area Networking equipment
2-3 years experience with operating Video Conferencing equipment is preferable.
Previous experience in installation and operation of Cisco Video Conferencing equipment is a plus.

LANGUAGE:

    Must be fluent in English. Work requires reading, writing and speaking English.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type:

Fixed Term Contract level: G6

Contract duration: 1 year renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding

For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link: http://www.unops.org/english/whoweneed/contract-types/Pages/United-Nations-staff-contracts.aspx

Additional Considerations

    Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
THIS POSITION IS A LOCAL POSITION AND OPEN TO UGANDAN NATIONALS ONLY.

How to Apply:

https://gprs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=2183

Deadline: 07/05/2013

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-to manage entire accounts of the Group Companies
-Preparation of cash flow & fund flow statements,Monitoring Budget,Daily MIS reports,Debtor"s, Creditor"s & Bank reconciliations
-Train and assist the Junior Staff,Monitoring sub con

Candidates should be from Account/Finance Industry.
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Should be able to work for extended hours and on holidays.
- Should be capable of handling litigation independently.

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Closing date: May 8, 2013 – 6pm

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Experience : 5-10 Years

Last date of Submission : 23 May 2013

Sector : Relief and Rehabilitation

Compensation : As Per Mercy Corps Guidelines.

Skill Set : Business Development , Monitoring and Evaluation , Programme Management

Nature of Job : Fixed term Contract

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Job Title: Research Manager  Uganda
The Population Council  seeks fulltime  experienced health  and social  scientist to manage  the Uganda operations  research  activities for  Link Up-a multifaced project addressing  intergration of sexual   and reproductive  health  and HIV  services for young people .
Responsibilities
•    Collaborate and  with implementing  partiners to ensure  alignment  of  research  activities  and programmatic  aims ;
•    Contribute  to the development  of project  evaluation  and  OR  methords, tools and   protocols;
•    Oversee local ethical review processes and requirements .
•    Manage local research activities  according  to established  work  plans , budgets and timelines;
•    Manage  recruitment  and supervision of study staff and  subcontractors

Qualifications
•    PhD  in  social   sciences , public  health  , or  related  field  plus  5 years  relevant  research and/or training experience ;
•    Demonstrated ability  to design , implement , analyze  and  disseminate research;
•    Experience supervising and monitoring  data  collection  and data management.
•    Technical expertise with  HIV and/or  SRH  program  preferred ;
•    Experience  with qualitative  and  quantitative  research  and evaluation skills  to  colleagues, partiners, and local organizations ;

How to apply
Interested  candidates  should  send  their  resume  and cover  letter to the  attention of 
Human  Resource  Manager
Population Council
P. O. Box  17643-00500 Nairobi, Kenya or  email:jobs-nairobi@popcouncil.org

Deadline: 08/ 05 /2013

ATYX Group, specialized in Consulting and Engineering, based in Paris, London Nantes and Brisbane, accompanies the major projects in the sectors of Energy, Construction and Environment in France and abroad.

Job description :

The C&P methods team leader will be in charge of:
- Organize, update and assist the C&P Manager in implementing referential procedures relating to procurement activities
- Analyze the procurement process and identify improvements opportunities
- Ensure consistency of C&P local referential and its respect by users
- Organize and structure documentation and archiving of the C&P entity

Profile :

At minimum 5 years experience in oil and gas project.
C&P tools certification required.

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Job Title: National Program Officer
UNAIDS  is the  Joint United  Nations Program on HIV and  AIDS , that brings together the  efforts  and resources of  UN Agencies .
Responsibilities
•    Identify multilateral  grant  opportunities  and  bilateral aid available  at national/regional level  to harmonize  resources for civil society communities and other non-governmental institutions .
•    Provide support  to   national strategic  alliances /partinerships to ensure UNAIDS provides  technical support  to civil society  and communities  in  tracking and  monitoring  of budgets and resources made available to  different  stakeholder groups in the  governmental and non-governmental  sectors and in the  monitoring  of government  accountability for  attainment of the  Political Declaration targets and  communities .
Qualifications
•    Essential : First University  degree in social sciences , health , or  related field.
Experience
•    At least  3 to 6  years experience in Civil  society /community mobilization collaboration and  partinerships development .
•    Considerable experience  in the  country where the  post is located   in the field  of HIV, fostering partinerships with  a range of sectors  , broad experience in working with  and  mobilizing  a range of sectors , broad experience in  working with  and  mobilizing  a range of external partiners .
•    Desirable : Experience  in the  UN system, regional  and/or international experience in the  field of HIV ;  experience of living with  HIV.

How to apply
Interested  persons   are requested to send  detailed  curriculum  vitae, naming  three  referees and attach photocopies of relevant documents to the  address below ;
The  UNAIDS  Country  Coordinator , Joint Nations
Program on  HIV/AIDS , P. O. Box  24578, Plot 60 Prince Charles Drive  , Kololo , Kampala

Deadline:  24 /05 /2013

Mountbatten Ltd. is a Drupal shop in Uganda where we work on small local and a few big international sites with a fast growing team of 10+ people. Our clients are, amongst others, UNICEF, Worldbank, Fortune top 100 and local companies.
In this team we have an opportunity for an experienced Drupal developer. Your role is to coordinate the work on the range of modules we maintain on Drupal.org with a team of developers and to cooperatively design and write on the most urgent code.
The modules we maintain are mostly in the area of storing and visualizing data. Solr, FacetAPI, Charts_Graphs, OpenLayers are the base modules that we use in our major projects. We have a lot more ideas on how to improve this stack, that we plan to implement with our clients. Besides these, we are about to start a new Drupal Installation Profile that is going to be deployed globally that will import & export xml data and on the way, indeed, will visualise that data in all different creative ways that we can think of; Maps, Graphs, API etc.
As samples: graphs on a map, Facet driven graphs, or a mobile app for simple OpenStreetMap tracing.
Besides all our client projects, through our NGO Fruits of Thought, we are also very active in the local OpenStreetMap community and maintain the just started Ugandan OpenData portal. These are developing just as fast as Mountbatten itself, a…                                                                

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We're currently looking for experienced management professionals to work with organisations in poor communities.

Roles are generally longer term, ranging from one to two years.

What does the role involve 

Placements vary according to our partners’ requirements. You could be helping community organisations become stronger and more effective. You might work with local governments, helping them set up systems to serve their populations better. Or you could be advising small businesses to become more productive and sustainable.

You could be working in countries such as Uganda, Cambodia and Malawi.

An example of a role might include:
•    Providing general management support and mentoring to the organisation’s senior management team
•    Providing training in leadership skills and other management techniques
•    Advising on staff appraisals and other appropriate HR development systems as needed
•    Providing advice on the preparation of management accounts and budget reviews
•    Supporting the senior management team in developing a long-term strategic plan

Skills, qualifications and experience required

For most roles, you’ll need at least four years' senior management experience, as well as a relevant degree. Our partners are looking for people with skills and experience in areas like partnership development and networking, change management, people management, strategic planning, organisational development, financial management and stakeholder engagement.

Additional experience in areas like fundraising, advocacy, governance, monitoring and evaluation, or coaching and training others is highly desirable, as is the ability to speak French. Experience of working with small non-governmental organisations, or grass-roots organisations with limited resources would also be advantageous.

And the rest....

We’ll ask you to commit to 12-24 months to make a sustainable contribution to our development goals. In return, we’ll provide you with extensive training before your placement and our financial package includes a local salary, return flights, accommodation and insurance. When you return to your home country, we'll help you to resettle and many of our returned volunteers stay involved with us long after their placement ends.

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Location: Kampala
Description:

Job Title: Shop Assistants
People Performance Group is a leading human resource consultancy firm in Uganda . We are looking for a highly professional team to work for our client , a reputable international telecommunication company .
Job Purpose
• Responsible for the provision of customer service at the company shops and or Kiosks , convey the customers value proposition to customers , service customer needs , sale equipment and airtime , and acquire new customers
Qualifications
• Certificate of Secondary education
• 1-2 years in retail environment and/or customer care /services
• Experience with data and/or Telco related products or services
• Good communication skills and proficiency in computer especially MS Office packages
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with three work related referees to the address or e-mail below . please mark your application and the e-mail or envelope subject should be position name –PPG where you replace position name with the position name with the position you would like to apply for E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P. O. Box 12405, Kampala Uganda
E-mail : info@ppg.co.ug
Deadline: 11/04 /2013

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Our client, a successful operator, is actively seeking an experienced Senior Drilling Operations Engineer to work in Uganda on a 28/28 rotation. This role will be working on a long term contract basis.

Key responsibilities include;
* Coordinating drilling programmes procedures and rig operations supporting appraisal and development drilling activities.
* Working closely with the drilling engineering and completions/well services teams in Kampala, along with the HSE, logistics and C&P personnel.
* Preparing/supervising drilling documents: Drilling programmes, procedures, End of Well reports etc that accord with the clients policies, standards, any applicable Government or regulatory authority requirements and recognised Industry standards.
* Coordinating of the daily rig operations and delivery of drilling and completions programmes.
* Performance analysis of wells and identification of improvement solutions / conclusions.
* Analysis including cost, time, non productive time analysis, potential areas of improvement etc.
* Participating in risk assessment sessions throughout well planning process. Working closely and in collaboration with G&G and Development Teams
* Assisting cost engineers/trainees in the preparation of cost estimates, budget, detailed AFEs at all levels. Technical verification of invoices related to Drilling.
* Providing technical inputs to C&P for the tender documents of service contracts and for LLIs in a timely manner with correct specs to deliver agreed concepts.
* Providing engineering support to the operations and also in daily drilling matters (addendum to the drilling program, technical study, analysis, recommendation…)
* Peer support the Drilling Engineers and local drilling trainees in their learning and exposure capacities both in field and office need to foster their core drilling skill sets.
* Introducing/implementing new technologies / methods and solutions to technical challenges.
* Improving the efficiency and reduce costs associated with well design, and drilling, testing & completions operations, while maintaining a high standard of HSE performance.

The ideal candidate will have;
* An Engineering degree or equivalent
* 10 12 yrs plus of Petroleum experience (well engineering experience essential, with rig and office based drilling, testing, completions and well services operations experience.
* Advanced knowledge of industry normal practices associated with drilling, testing, work-over, wire-line and completion operations.
* Understanding of well control techniques and advanced casing design with current Well Control certification.
* The engineering criteria associated with the well construction and operations planning, design and well control issues, hole stability and mud, deviated drilling, Completion, Testing and production.
* Well budgets and cost allocation and monitoring; cost optimization techniques. Good software skills for well design / casing design.
* Familiar with API & other recognized industry standards & recommended practices. * Understanding of Geological and Petroleum Engineering priorities and well associated requirements.

Reference No: HQ00018439

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Petroplan is a global organisation which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with exceptional contract and permanent career opportunities throughout the oil, gas and energy industry. This has been our focus since Petroplan was formed in 1976.

Our company aim isn't to be the largest industry recruitment specialist but rather the best. As such, our recruitment services, contractor management and specialised support is tailored to meet the individual needs of candidates, contractors and clients. Petroplan's local offices across Europe, the Middle East, North America, Asia-Pacific, Africa andAustralasiasupport projects throughout forty countries. Our client portfolio includes multi-national companies, together with niche organisations focusing on a specialist discipline or location.

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Job Title: Company Secretary
Uganda  Reinsurance  Company  Limited   is  inviting  qualified  candidates  for the vacant position above.
Responsibilities
•    Develop and  promote   best Corporate Government  practices for  adoption  and  implementation  by the  Board and Management .
•    Provide  effective  company  secretarial services to the  Board .
•    Providing  cost  effective legal  and compliance  advisory services to Board  and management .
•    Effectively manage , source  and monitor  external  legal  services and ensure  effective  representation  in the  Courts of Law.
Specifications
•    A minimum  of a Bachelors   of Law  (Honors )  Degree
•    Postgraduate diploma  in Legal Practice
•    Technical  and professional knowledge and practice  of insurance essential .
•    Demonstrate experience  in Company  secretarial practices  and corporate governance

How to apply
Candidates  interested  in the above position  and meet the above  requirements  should  submit  applications to the  company by attaching a detailed CV  with  personnel details  of e-mail, telephone , current remuneration and three referees .  Applications should be  addressed to  the  Chairman , Board of Directors  , Uganda  Re. Insurers House  , Plot 24A  Acacia Avenue , Kololo , Kampala

Deadline: 17 /05 /2013

Location: Kampala
Description:

Job Title: Accounts Manager
People Performance Group is a leading human resource consultancy firm in Uganda . We are looking for a highly professional team to work for our client , a reputable international telecommunication company .
Job Purpose
• Responsible for the acquisition of new SME and corporate customers within the assigned geographical area, following pre-defined sales and route plans , networking with decision makers in the SME and corporate segments and obtaining referrals .
Qualifications
• Degree in Business , Marketing , Sales or other business related Degree
• 2-3 years of demonstrable successful operational sales experience in telecoms with ideally SME acquisition experience
• Full valid drivers motor vehicle license
• Experience in the same or similar role in an ISP or Telecom services provider will be advantageous
• Good communication skills and proficiency in computer especially MS Office packages
How to apply
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with three work related referees to the address or e-mail below . please mark your application and the e-mail or envelope subject should be position name –PPG where you replace position name with the position name with the position you would like to apply for E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P. O. Box 12405, Kampala Uganda
E-mail : info@ppg.co.ug
Deadline: 11/04 /2013

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Job Title: Communication Manager

BRAC UGANDA, Uganda - Communication Manager

BRAC, one of the largest Non-Governmental Development Organisation in the world, working in a number of countries in Africa and Asia on poverty alleviation programmes, is registered in Uganda as BRAC Uganda. The organisation implements integrated development approach combining Education, Health, Agriculture, Livestock, Adolescent Empowerment, and Micro finance. For more information please visit BRAC’s website www.brac.net. BRAC Uganda invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill up the vacant position currently available in its country office:

Job title: Communication Manager (01 position) Principal Duties and Responsibilities: A. Responsibilities:

    Managing Communication for internal and external purposes
Developing new initiatives and business plans Within this context, you will fulfill the following tasks:

    Communication

    Managing information flow and knowledge transfer among the various teams and programmes within BRAC Uganda
Supporting communication flows with BRAC International Head Office and other BRAC offices (coordinate annual report, board meeting etc.)
Establishing and maintain liaison with existing and potential partners within Uganda
Representing BRAC Uganda to other external parties
Developing and managing external communications within and beyond ‘Uganda through newsletters, blogs, newspaper articles, diary and editing all the electronic documents.
Organizing visits, visitors and events.

    New initiatives and business plan

    Identify potential areas of interventions in line with the strategic objectives and integrated approach of BRAC in Uganda
Identify resource potentials within Uganda for existing and new areas of interventions
Develop proposals for various interventions and respond to various funding opportunities
Assist in developing strategic objectives and implementation plans for various teams and programmes within BRAC Uganda
Good knowledge in TOR and MOU writing and analytical skills.

Requirement:

    Masters Degree preferably in Mass Communication or Public Relations
Previous knowledge and experience in multi­national company
Experience of working with media and in a multicultural environment
Excellent English language skills
Work experience of more than 05 years with communication or media organisations
Good team player and demonstrated leadership qualities
Excellent expertise in project proposal writing
Job Location : BRAC Uganda Country Office Direct supervisor : BRAC Uganda Country

How to apply:

Representative Salary : Attractive package based on

experience and competency. Note: the position is open to all. (Both male and female candidates can apply) Interested candidates should send their applications together with their CV, 2 Colored passport size photographs, and Recommendation letter from LC I, Photocopies of Educational certificates and transcripts, to the Human Resource Department, BRAC Uganda, Busingiri Zone in Nyanama off Entebbe Road, P. O. Box 31817, Clock Tower, Kampala, before 25th April, 2013.

Deadline:25/04/2013

Launched in August 2010 in Kampala, Uganda, COPECSA draws its membership from pathologists registered and practising in thirteen member countries within the ECSA (East, Central and Southern Africa) region, namely: Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia,
Eritrea, South Africa, Malawi, Seychelles and Mauritius.

COPECSA has recently been successful in securing international funding to develop and deliver a number of important activities aimed at improving the quality of laboratory medicine services and the training of pathologists in the region.

As a result, the College wishes to appoint suitably qualified and experienced individuals to the following positions:

Programme Officer
This is a full-time position for three years, based in Arusha, Tanzania.

Salary: USD 20k-24k, 40 hours per week

Programme Co-ordinator (Labskills Africa)
This is a full-time position for up to two years, based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Salary: USD 24k, 40 hours per week

Programme Assistant (Labskills Africa)
This is a part-time position for one year (with the possibility of renewal for a further year), based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Salary: USD 16k per annum (pro rata), 24 hours per week

Job descriptions (including person specifications) for each of the above positions can be downloaded from the following website link:
http://www.rcpath.org/international/get-involved

To apply for any of these positions, please complete a COPECSA Application Form (which can be downloaded from the above link) and submit it with a covering letter to: Dr Shahin Sayed, COPECSA Secretary General (email: shaheen.sayed@aku.edu).

Applications must be received by no later than: Saturday 20th April 2013

Interviews will take place on: Friday 26th April 2013

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Location: Kampala
Description:

Job Title: Senior Technical Officer
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit , public health organization with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide.
Responsibilities
• The Senior Technical Officer, will support the National TB and Leprosy Program to conduct performance based supervision among all TB accredited health facilities in the country.
• S/he will work with Zonal and district TB and Leprosy Supervisors to ensure that supervisors are scheduled, health facility staff are mentored and performance assessment is done based on agreed indicators .
• Will ensure that TB accredited health facilities submit quality orders to the respective warehouse in a timely manner.
Qualifications
• Professional degree in a health area including pharmacy, medicine , or public health
• Working knowledge in designing assessment tools and conducting surveys
• Work experience in pharmaceutical supply management and performance based assessment
• At least 4 years experience working in Uganda with knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the Uganda public health system and TB program operations
How to apply
All applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Partiner-MSH, Plot 15 Princess
Ann Drive Bugolobi, P. O. Box 71419, Kampala
Deadline: 26/04/2013

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We are an Executive Search Firm since 1986 focused mainly to Middle and Senior level openings in Finance, Marketing, HR, IT and Technical discipline.

Our high standards of ethics, enduring relationships and fair play have helped us to focus on the client's requirements and our working philosophy.
We Care, We Serve.. Together, We Grow.

Job Description

A.    QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

1.      Should be Chartered Accountant with minimum 6 years post qualification experience.

2.      Ideally should be from Fabrication/erection/civil industry.

3.      Should possess strong & practical knowledge of accounting especially in industry as mentioned above.

4.      Should have fair exposure to various gamut of commercial activity apart from finance & account.

5.      Should have good analytical skills.

6.      Ideal age of candidate around 32 years.

B.     PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

1.      Must be a Team Player.

2.      Must be very proactive in approach in leading the department.

3.      Should be very good at training staff & possess good Man-management skills.

4.      Must be comfortable in handling multiple section/work of Finance/Accounts like stores, purchases, logistics, Insurance, contracts etc.

5.      Good learning habits.

6.      Must be able to work & manage independently within company’s norm & procedures.

7.      Should be good communicator & be comfortable in multiple reporting systems.

C.    DELIVERABLES

1.      Finalisation of accounts on timely basis, including valuation & stock taking.

2.      Managing day to day affair of Finance & Accounts department.

3.      Preparing & analyzing Cash flow, Budgets, Projection, estimation etc.

4.      Managing & co-ordinating Inter departmental issues.

5.      Ensuring the systems & procedures are adhered as per company norms and compliance to statutory requirements.

6.      Analysis of cost incurred on Job & comparing with the quotes.

7.      Cash /Bank, Debtors & Creditors management.

8.      Controlling Purchase, Stores and other commercial areas

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Location: Kampala
Description:

Job Title: Administrative Assistant
The World Bank Country Office in Uganda has two openings for an Administrative Assistant/Transaction Processor.
Responsibilities
• Provide primary assistance and support to the Resource Management Team in processing accounting and administrative transactions for the country office ; and ensure that all transactions are made in compliance with the Banks policies and procedures and the required documentations are fulfilled before processing the transactions .
• Provide assistance in the processing of the posting of purchase orders , goods receipt , service entry sheets and maintenance of inventory in SAP.
• Monitor usage of office consumables /supplies and produce monthly report .
• Handle custody of pretty cash and collections and vendor registration for firms and organizations.
Selection Criteria
• Demonstrate the required competencies .
• S/he should be a holder of a high school certificate , preferably a college Diploma (or higher) or associate degree in accounting or a related discipline with at least three years of working experience , preferably in computerized work environment .
• Commitment to team-oriented work in a multi- disciplinary matrix management environment ;
• Demonstrated skills in retrieving /obtaining accounting and administrative information from various Bank sources and pulling them together in a useable format.
How to apply
For the full position description and complete selection criteria and required competencies , qualified candidates are requested to visit and submit an on-line application at www.worldbank.org/careers. Click on Current job openings job# 130885.
Deadline: 22 /04 /2013

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Should be a Degree in Mechanical Engineer with Min. 10 to 15 years of experience in similar job in cement plants.

Should have experience preferably in Cement Industry.

Should have experience in Pre. & Pred. Maintenance

Should be a Degree in Mechanical Engineer with Min. 10 to 15 years of experience in similar job in cement plants.

Should have experience preferably in Cement Industry.

Should have experience in Pre. & Pred. Maintenance.

Job Location is Only for Uganda / Kenya - Africa.

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-Production,establishment & implementation of Q.A.SYSTEMS,Water treatment division,Conduct training on Microbiological assurance & hygiene HACCP, Food Safety,GMP,microbiological analysis,purified water, UV- treat,swab test

-must be familiar with Bottled water technology
-understanding of Quality assurance of bottled water,Water Hydrogeology,
-Must have formal training of ISO 9001:2000,familiar with HACCP, courses undertaken for HACCP,Water resource management

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Job Title: Jinja Stock Controller Finance

Total Uganda Limited, Uganda - JINJA STOCK CONTROLLER FINANCE

POSITION: JINJA STOCK CONTROLLER

DEPARTMENT:FINANCE

REPORTS TO: CHIEF ACCOUNTANT DUTY STATION: JINJA LPG PLANT

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the above position within TOTAL Uganda Limited.

Primary responsibilities:

    Check that all LPG deliveries are sent with SAP documents / proper delivery notes (milk run)
Daily reconciliation of movements for LPG
Daily reconciliation of movements for Fuel (SAP vs Petrostock)
Post the LPG production orders in SAP (KO88)
Participate in monthly inventory counts.
Daily inventory of LPG cylinders
Weekly inventory of LPG accessories
Weekly inventory of lubricants
Ad-hoc reports and controls.

Requirement:

    Bachelor's degree (Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business, etc) from a recognized University.

Special Skills:

    Proven integrity.
Good analytical skills.
Autonomy.
Ability to work under pressure.
Basic computer skills (Excel). Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.
Physical condition: ability to count LPG cylinders in unenclosed area and climb on the tanks.

How to apply:

Handwritten applications naming two references, academic testimonials and detailed up to date curriculum vitae should be addressed to and delivered to the Human Resource and Administration Manager before the close of business on Tuesday, April 30th, 2013.

Deadline: 30/04/2013

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Job TITLE: Head of Credit Department

JOB REF: CRD1.0

RANK: General Manager

REPORTS TO: Executive Director, Operations Division

JOB PURPOSE:

To Oversee the Credit department sections which include Credit Evaluation, Credit Operations and Monitoring and Recovery in order for the Bank to book quality loans with minimum defaults in accordance with the Bank’s Credit Policy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To provide oversight for the Credit Department as regards set policies, operational and HR matters.

To plan, set goals and budget forecasts for the Credit Department in consultation with the Executive Director, Operations.

To initiate Credit Policy Changes and reviews in conformity with the prevailing market and economic conditions and in line with good banking practices.

To review, appraise and/or approve loan facilities as provided for and in accordance with the Credit Policy as approved by the Board of Directors

To manage the recovery of delinquent credit facilities in liaison with legal Department in the event of foreclosure.

Ensure fees and penalties applied have been effected.

To ensure operational efficiency of Credit Department in order to keep within the Bank’s set policies and guidelines.

Ensure efficient turnaround time for all loan applications according to agreed targets and Service Level Agreements (SLA’s).

To ensure that the Credit function is performed in accordance with the Financial Institution Act 2004 and the Bank’s Credit Policy.

Research, analyze, and propose sector exposures and limits taking account of the prevailing and forecast economic and financial conditions.

Provide accurate reporting to management and the board in order that decisions are taken with account of risks involved.

Ensure the integrity of the credit evaluation process with regard to the approved risk grading model.

Ensure the Bank acts as a responsible corporate institution with regard to the environment and corporate social responsibility standards.

Continually review Sectoral ceilings, discretionary authorities, portfolio measures, including industry limits, tenor limits, risk rating, NPLs, risk acceptance criteria security acceptance and credit risk matrices.

Ensuring that provisioning policies are in line with the Bank’s Credit Policy Document, comply with Banking Act and Prudential Guideline provisions and co-ordinate with Finance Department to ensure appropriate provisions and interest suspensions are effected in the Bank’s accounting systems.

Management of the Credit Appraisal system, ensuring that appropriate reviews of Credit proposals are undertaken on a timely basis.

Ensure continued maintenance of a quality portfolio in line with Bank’s standards as stipulated in policy guidelines.

Implementation of new and effective dimensions on portfolio risk management especially in line with Bank’s growth strategy.

Implementation of automated processes to minimize manual interventions thereby increasing efficiencies in delivery of credit products at both personal and corporate lending levels.

Provide ongoing relevant training to all bank staff involved in lending business to address identified skill gaps by transferring skills through job training, coaching, mentoring and ensure harmony among the team to improve performance.

Identification and management of the sub standard and non performing assets portfolio of the Bank in line with the Credit Policy Document and recommend action to EXCO and the Board, which minimize losses and facilitate full recovery of any exposure taken by the bank.

Initiate review of industry and sector economic analysis and compile statistical information including macro-economic information, indices and provide feedback to the Senior Management Team, EXCO and the Board on the possible impact of identified trends.

Provide technical support to the Executive Committee on the management of the Bank’s credit portfolio and the review and approval process for credit proposals.

Management of the credit administration aspects of the portfolio, including ensuring that all requisite security documentations are in place prior to disbursements.

Organize, manage and motivate the available human capital within Credit Risk Management Department through establishment of suitable organization structure and implementing development programmes to optimize competence and productivity.

To perform any other duties assigned by management to achieve the Bank’s objectives.

Review and maintain business continuity through robust succession plan for the department for smooth flow of business operations and ensure cover in the face of unplanned interruptions, losses or absence of staff.

Monitor the performance of the team through periodic performance reviews and ensure that staff are performing to expectation, according to agreed targets and identity and address areas of improvement.

Evaluation and implement appropriate remedial strategies such as restructuring of loan facility, enhancement in credit limits or reduction in interest rates to help to help improve obligor’s repayment capacity and avoid litigation.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

University degree preferably in Accounting, Finance or Management

Associate of Chartered Institute of Bankers (or equivalent)

Experience

A minimum of five (5) years experience in Credit Risk Management

A minimum of five (5) years experience in General Management

A minimum of three (3) years Banking experience

Relevant skills

Proficiency in Computer packages (incl. EXCEL and WORD)

Communication skills

Basic Legal knowledge

Financial Risk Analysis skills

Analytical, problem solving and decision making skills

Leadership skills

AGE: Above 33 years, but not exceeding age 45 (both posts).

SALARY AND BENEFITS ARE VERY ATTRACTIVE

How to Apply:

Hand written applications must be accompanied by, a detailed curriculum vitae; copies of academic qualifications and professional training documents/certificates; names and addresses of three (3) referees.

Applications should reach NOT later than Friday, 26th April, 2013 and be addressed to:

Head Human Resource & Administration Department, Housing Finance Bank, Plot 4 Wampewo Avenue, Kololo, P. O. Box 1539, KAMPALA.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following position in Internal Audit Department:

Deadline: 26/04/2013

Headteacher - Uganda

Contract type: Permanent
Start Date: September 2013

Our client is looking for a Headteacher for their new brand new independent school in Uganda. In the first year of operation, the school will cater from Foundation Stage : Year 4, eventually expanding to Year 13.

The school is part of the largest independent school chain in the world, combining first class facilities with a proven track record of success in both academic and extra-curricular activities.

We are looking for a Headteacher who has experience of increasing a school roll and ideally working overseas in the independent sector.

Synarbor is a dynamic market-leading provider of resource solutions and pioneering specialist support services within the education sector.

Within the education sector, our three brands; Supply Desk, `Teach in` and Synarbor Education culminate across 15 offices in the UK and 2 offices overseas into one of the largest education recruitment agencies in the UK.

To discuss the role further please contact David Evans:

Mobile: 07747 604029
Email: (url removed)
Director of Education Services

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Job Title:  Principal  Election Officer , Finance
The Electoral  Commission  is inviting  qualified  suitable  applicants  who   are competent enough  for the vacant post above.
Key Tasks
•    Deputizing  the  Head  of Department .
•    Overall supervision  of day to day  departmental operations .
•    Coordinating  departmental  functions ; Commitment  Control , Examination , Salaries  , Bookkeeping , Cash office, Accountabilities .
•    Responsible  for Cash  Office
•    Verification of  financial  documents .
Minimum  Qualifications
•    Applications  should be Ugandans   holding an  Honors Bachelors Degree in either  Commerce  of Finance  or Business  Administration  (Accounting option) with full  professional accountancy qualification , e.g.  ACCA or CPA  obtained  from a recognized  institution  and accredited by the  Institute of Certified Public Accountants  of Uganda .
Attributes
•    High Moral  character  and  proven  integrity
•    Self-motivated  and  strategic  thinker
•    Knowledge of Government Policies and Administrative Procedures .
•    Well developed  interpersonal  and communication  skills  and capable  of working  as a  member  of the  organization’s senior management  team.
•    Ability to  lead , cultivate team spirit  and motivate qualified  and  specialized  staff
•    Well developed  analytical and report  writing skills
•    Ability to work  under tight  deadlines  and pressure

How to apply
Applications  with comprehensively typed CVs  showing the applicants  contact address  with daytime  telephone  numbers, addresses and  daytime  telephone numbers of three referees, copies of academic transcripts  and certificates should be  sent to the  Human  Resource Office/Central Registry.
Envelopes should be clearly  marked  at the  top with the words  Application for the  post of …
The Head ,
Human Resource Management  Department ,
Electoral  Commission of Uganda ,
Plot  55, Jinja Road,
P. O.Box 22678,
Kampala

Deadline:  08 /05 /2013

JOB TITLE : O/c Information Systems and Investigations Section

JOB REF : ITA 2.1

RANK : Principle Banking Officer (Personal to Holder)

REPORTS TO : Head Internal Audit

NUMBER OF POSITIONS : 1

KEY RESULT AREAS:

Conducting performance, financial and compliance audit projects.

Providing input to the development of the Annual Audit Plan.

Providing training, coaching and guidance to Internal Audit staff.

Responsible for Identifying information technology risks, and independently evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of information technology infrastructure and application controls.

Support the assurance services unit by providing input to the information systems development process.

Maintaining all Banking and professional ethical standards.

Guiding the audit staff in conducting interviews, reviewing documents, developing and administering surveys, composing summary memos, and preparing working papers.

 Communicating the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentation to Head of Department.
Developing and maintaining productive client, staff, and management relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
Pursue professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and share information gained with co-workers.
Perform related work as assigned by Audit Management.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

 A good undergraduate degree in Statistics, Commerce or Business Administration.
A professional qualification in CISA, ACCA, CPA.
Certification in CIA will be an added advantage.

 EXPERIENCE:

 Minimum of 4 years experience in a Banking environment.

 Experience in external auditing will be an added advantage.

How to Apply:
Handwritten applications must be accompanied by:

A detailed Curriculum Vitae.

Copies of academic qualifications and professional training documents/certificates.

Applications should reach NOT later than Monday 22nd April, 2013 and be addressed to:

Head, Human Resource & Administration Department,

Housing Finance Bank,

Plot 4 Wampewo Avenue, Kololo

P. O. Box 1539,

KAMPALA.

Deadline: 22/04/2013

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1. Carry out all aspects of agricultural biosafety regulatory regime connected with the activities of ABNE.
2. Provide assistance and required regulatory support to AU member states and Sub-regional organizations in the analysis and formulation of regulatory regime in its broadest sense.
3. S/he will coordinate all other technical activities at the node including all publications: policy briefs, newsletter, news bulletin and web content in two of the AU official languages.
4. Provide assistance in the development of sub-regional policies, aimed at enhanced cooperation and integration in the areas of biotechnology and Biosafety.
5. Participate in the mobilization of resources for the sustainability of ABNE.
6. Perform other related duties as may be assigned.

Job requirements:

Required Skills and Competencies:

i. Excellent technical competence in handling biosafety issues in Africa.
ii. Excellent planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation and reporting skills.
iii. Excellent oral, writing and editing skills.
iv. High level of accuracy, attention to detail and thoroughness.
v. Ability to work under minimal supervision, be proactive, initiative and with sound judgment.
vi. High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm, commitment and energetic.
vii. Ability to leverage limited resources and staff for maximum impact.
viii. Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
ix. Creative thinking, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
x. Good organisation and time management skills.
xi. Maintain confidentiality at the highest level at all times.
xii. Sound analytical skills.
xiii. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-national environment.

Other relevant skills:
i.Excellent understanding of the agricultural biosafety regulatory regime.
ii.Experience in policy formulation within regional economic communities or regional organisations in the area of biotechnology and biosafety.
iii.Good resource mobilisation skills.
iv.Excellent working knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft office).

Language requirement:
Excellent English and / or French (spoken and written) and fluency in any other AU language would be an added advantage.

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Location: Kampala
Description:
Job Title: Payroll Specialist
The Ministry of Public Service is seeking to recruit suitable qualified applicants to fill the vacant post above .
Duties
• He/she will provide technical expertise and support to the MoPS to facilitate the implementation of the IPPS in the Government in the area of payroll management
Qualifications
• An Honors Degree in Computer Science or Statistics or Science related subjects like Statistics, Physics or Mathamatics
• Applications must have knowledge and understanding of developments in human resources and payroll management with specific hands on skills in management of payroll activities in large organizations
• Knowledge of payroll applications , procedures , techniques and security methords and techniques .
• Ability to install , maintains , modify and update Payroll Systems
• Technical writing skills
How to apply
The Head , Procurement and Disposal Unit,
Ministry of Public Service,
Plot No. 12 Nakasero Hill Road,
Block B , Ground Floor Room No . 40,
P. O. Box 7003,
Kampala. Tel: 256-0414-347687
Deadline: 22/04 /2013

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 Job Title : Administrative Assistant/ Transactions Processor - Uganda
Job #130885
Job FamilyAdministration
Job Type
Grade
LocationKampala, Uganda
Recruitment TypeLocal Hire
Language RequirementEnglish [Essential]

 Background / General description:

The World Bank Country Office in Uganda has an opening for an Administrative Assistant (Transaction Processor) level GB on a renewable appointment for an initial three years period. Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a 3 year term appointment.
Duties and Accountabilities:

The Transaction Processor will work as part of the administrative and resource management staff in the Country Office. Under the general supervision of the Resource Management Officer, the Transaction Processor would carry out the following duties and accountabilities: • Provide primary assistance and support to the Resource Management Team in processing accounting and administrative transactions for the country office; and ensure that all transactions are made in compliance with the Bank’s policies and procedures and the required documentations are fulfilled before processing the transactions. • Provide assistance in the processing of the posting of purchase orders, goods receipt, service entry sheets and maintenance of inventory in SAP. Monitor usage of office consumables/supplies and produce monthly reports. • Assist in asset management tasks including physical verification, maintenance, recording, reconciliation, monitor movements and participate in asset disposal activities. • Handle routine data entry, including check writing, online banking, filing of accounting documents and Resource Management records. • Compile VAT claims and other statutory requirements for review before submission to government on a monthly basis. • Handle custody of petty cash and collections. • Handle vendor registration for firms and organizations. • Process appointments for Short Term Temporaries (STTs) and Short Term Consultants (STCs), including checking and verifying STC reimbursable payments. • Ensure that service providers’ maintenance contracts are valid and up to date; and that office services are provided and monitored on a regular basis. • Undertake ad hoc inquiries in standard and non-standard databases, retrieve, manipulate and present accounting and administrative data as needed from time to time. • Identify and resolve diverse accounting and administrative transactional issues as they arise, often requiring interpretation of procedures and processes; independently determine appropriate application in consultation with the accounting team members. • Support the preparation of quarterly budget reports. • Respond to Quality Assurance Services or other reviewing units as required. • Provide appropriate back up to colleagues and perform other tasks assigned with respect to the Country Office program.
Selection Criteria:

In addition to the selection criteria below, the successful candidate should demonstrate the following competencies: • Ability to process accounting and administrative transactions in accordance to accounting/procurement policies and World Bank code of conduct. - Has ability to acquire/apply working knowledge of basic financial/accounting systems (e.g., SAP & WB systems). Has knowledge of computer applications (such as Microsoft Office applications, Lotus Notes etc.). Has ability to process and maintain routine administrative expense transactions (e.g. procuring goods, requesting STT/STC and ETT/ETC appointments, paying for services rendered, initiating travel, etc.) within the SAP framework in compliance with procurement and accounting policies and, World Bank code of conduct, and ensure the accuracy of charges and subsequent follow up as needed. Has ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date office inventory data, following up on procurement requests and processing invoices for payment. Keeps up-to-date with news regarding changes to policies, procedures, and systems that affect SAP transactions. Works under direct supervision. • Ability to resolve transactional issues requiring interpretation of policies and procedures. - In addition to efficient transaction processing experience, s/he needs knowledge of accounting theory and techniques. Can identify and resolve transactional issues as they arise, often requiring interpretation of procedures and processes. Can prepare ad hoc analyses based on accounting information stored in various source systems (e.g. SAP). • Awareness of guidelines for processing transactions and the relevant internal control components. - Aware of the institutional and corporate guidelines that need to be complied with in processing transactions. Able to identify and understand the internal control components surrounding immediate areas of responsibility. Alerts supervisor to potential areas of concern. • Can analyze data and business processes to determine the viability of controls and procedures, and identify any issues or areas of risk. - Able to analyze data and business processes to determine the viability of controls and procedures, ensuring compliance and identifying and communicating to managers any issues or areas of risk. • Ability to organize own work and to complete assigned tasks within agreed timeline. - Has the ability to organize own work. Has the ability to complete assigned tasks within agreed timeline. Has the ability to learn and ask for guidance in organizing effective workflow. • Has good organizational skills, and the ability to work capably in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment, managing multiple tasks within tight deadlines. - Has good organizational skills, and the ability to work capably in a fast-paced, deadline oriented and virtual work environment, managing multiple tasks within tight deadlines; stays organized, calm and constructive in stressful situations. Has the ability to select appropriate task/workflow delivery process and prepare schedules for completion. Has the ability to track and monitor requests against service standard turnaround times, handle clients' requests for changes Selection criteria: • The suitable candidate should be a holder of a high school certificate, preferably a college diploma (or higher) or associate degree in accounting or a related discipline with at least three years of working experience, preferably in computerized work environment. Strong interpersonal skills; commitment to team-oriented work in a multi-disciplinary matrix management environment. • Demonstrated skills in retrieving/obtaining accounting and administrative information from various Bank sources and pulling them together in a useable format. • Sound organizational skills and ability to prioritize and deliver assignments as required and ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines. • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with external vendors to provide high level services to the office. • Demonstrated interpersonal skills, initiative, resourcefulness, effective time management, organizational skills and ability to handle confidential information • Demonstrated ability to follow through on team priorities in the absence of the supervisor, and respond to client requests. • Strong English language skills (verbal and written), French language skills are desired. • Ability to pass relevant Bank Group tests in transaction processing.

How to Apply:
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Deadline: 22/04/2013

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This is not an entry-level position.

Basic Requirements:

Special Work Schedule Requirements:

Employee will work a varied schedule with frequent travel for field work, workshops and administration nationally and internationally.

Tufts University is an AA/EO employer and actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds.

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Job Title: Operator (10 positions)

Roofings  Rolling  Mill  is a leading  steel  manufacturer  in East  Africa  having  three –Phased projects.  Comprising  of a  wire galvanized  line , reinforced  TMT  bars rolling mill.

Specifications
The  ideal  candidates for the  above positions should  have  the following ;
•    Diploma  in Production /mechanical Engineering
•    At least  3-5 years  of relevant experience  in Colour coating/Galvanising lines ( CCL&CGL)

How to apply
If you believe  that you  are  our ideal  candidate , please send  an application  letter with  detailed CV  , copies of  academic papers , daytime telephone  number and names  of three referees  to;
The  Human Resources  Manager
Roofings Rolling  Mills  Ltd
P. O. Box  35086, Kampala

Deadline: 15/04/2013

Location: Kampala
Description:

Job Title: IPPS System Administration Support Officers
The Ministry of Public Service is seeking to recruit suitable qualified applicants to fill the vacant post above .
Duties
• Will be responsible for the administration and management of the IPPS Systems including configuring and maintaining any systems hardware and software.
• This will include Servers, Storage, Desktops and other systems.
• They will also work with the IPPS project implementation team for the successful implementation of the IPPS.
Qualifications
• At least Bachelors degree in an IT/Engineering or related discipline such as Computer Science ,Statistics Mathematics , Physics and Electrical Engineering .
• At least one to three working experience in complex IT environments
• Specialized ICT Systems Administration training and qualifications /certification in common Systems Administration skills
How to apply
The Head , Procurement and Disposal Unit,
Ministry of Public Service,
Plot No. 12 Nakasero Hill Road,
Block B , Ground Floor Room No . 40,
P. O. Box 7003,
Kampala. Tel: 256-0414-347687
Deadline: 22/04 /2013

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Distinguished and awarded no less than by the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA), ISD proudly committed itself in having Filipino professionals and skilled workers recognized to be at par among the best in the world.

ISD topped the recent Performance Evaluation conducted by POEA and considered as the No.1 Land- based Recruitment Company in the Philippines today

Agency Branches
ISDCEBU
Rm. 201 LDM Bldg. MJ Cuenco Ave. cor Legaspi St.,
Cebu City
Tel: (032)256-1738 / (032)253-9605

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