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14 December 2014

USAID SPRING Project Jobs - Program Officer at JSI

Organisation: JSI Research & Training Institute, IncProject Name: USAID Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition (SPRING)Reports to: SPRING/Uganda Program ManagerJSI Research & Training Institute, Inc is a leading public health research and consulting organization, seeks a creative, highly motivated, and detail oriented person to deliver measurable intervention results as Program Officer for Micronutrient Powders (MNPs). This person must work well in a fast-paced and results- driven environment with passionate and motivated coworkers.Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition (SPRING) is a five-year cooperative agreement funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide state-of-the-art technical support and facilitate country- led, regional, and global programs to improve the nutritional status of women and children. The SPRING implementation team consists of JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc., Helen Keller International (HKI), The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Save the Children (SC), and The Manoff Group (TMG).Key Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as the primary coordinator of follow-up interviews and appointments with all six groups of stakeholders (government, donor agencies, civil society organizations, business/ private sector, United Nation groups, and academic/research institutions): Maintain regular communication and relationships with key informants (KIs),Update and maintain Key Informants list as neededKeep track of changes to budget calendar and Uganda Nutrition Action Plan (UNAP) meeting schedulesSchedule interviewsOrganize and manage hiring of notetakers and/or assistants as necessary for data collectionDraft questions with research leads, conduct interviews, and complete notesLog transcripts and notes into group data management systemAttend key UNAP and Budget meetings, taking notes for inclusion in data fileActively participate in weekly research meetings to update team on follow-up activitiesConduct data validation meetings as needed for budget analysis and at key points for qualitative data validation (brief clarification interviews)Collect documents related to the implementation of UNAP and budgeting from the various stakeholders and share with the research team in a timely fashionRepresent SPRING at local UNAP meetings and potentially regional meetings, as needed.Technically support the team with field visits in UgandaStay informed of SPRING communications with the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), and join the Program Officer- SBCC SPRING OPM Liaison for regular update meetings with OPM to present PBN findingsSupport communication and coordination with PBN staff who are conducting the district level follow up work, specifically:DSW, the consultant for District level budget workTufts Nutrition Innovation Lab (NIL) intern and SPRING/Uganda Program Officer- Fortification and Micronutrients for District level follow on qualitative workPerform other related duties as assignedQualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicant should also possess two to three years of work experienceThe ideal candidate should hold a Master's degree in public health, nutrition or related field preferred, bachelor's degree requiredExcellent interpersonal communication skills and comfortable communicating with multiple stakeholders and of all levelsGood knowledge and understanding of nutrition issues in country at the national and district level, and knowledge of nutrition movements at the global and national levelUnderstanding of government protocols and able to effectively manage cross ministerial and department communicationsSignificant experience with UNAP strongly preferredThe applicants should be highly disciplined, responsible and passionate about work tasks.Successful applicants will be self-starters with a track record of success.Past experience in and as part of a research team is recommended. Highly proficient in written and spoken English; knowledge of other local languages strongly preferredPreference for experience in ethnographic research (key informant interviews, participant observations, note taking)Preference for experience working with budgets, ideally government budgetingPossess excellent communication skills and able to respond to emails and requests in a timely fashion.All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their applications via e-mail or hand deliver to these addresses below;Block 01 Plot 295, Kacence, Kaciika,Mbarara - Uganda Tel+256 (750)001251OR Plot 36/37A, Martyrs Way, Ministers’ Village, Ntinda, Kampala Tel: 256750001253 - Kampala - UgandaOr via E-mail to: jobs@spring-nutrition.orgDeadline: Thursday, 18th December 2014 by 2.00PMFor More Ugandan Jobs, Please Visit http://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline

Joint Medical Store (JMS) Careers - Internal Auditor

Organisation: Joint Medical Store (JMS)Reports to: Head Internal AuditJoint Medical Store (JMS) is a Church founded private Not-For-Profit organization whose mission is to supply medicines, medical equipment and related healthcare services, and training of assured quality to the people of Uganda at affordable prices.Job Summary: The Internal Auditor will be responsible for the implementation of approved annual internal audit plans, review of systems, procedures and controls to ensure that they are efficient and are correctly applied.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct risk-based audits on key business processes and projects as per annual audit plan.Intuitively analyse data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls or, and extent of compliance with statutory laws and regulations, management policies, procedures and plans.Examine the financial accounting, inventory and management information systems to determine their efficiency and protective value.Conduct special audit assignments as may be required such as adhoc investigations, performance audits and spot checks.Assess potential areas of risk for the organization in view of systems, procedures and processes.Carry out follow-up audits on recommendations for all audit queries raised as per Management’s proposed action.Compile and send internal audit reports to Head Internal Audit in accordance with established report writing guidelines.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate should hold a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), Business Administration (Accounting) or BSc (Finance and Accounting).Relevant professional qualifications such as ACCA or CPA or CIA are an added advantage.Membership to the Institute of Internal Auditors will be an added advantage.A minimum of three years’ audit experience in a large and busy firm preferably with complex Inventory Management Systems.Practical experience in using computerized financial accounting packages and inventory management systems.Hands-on experience in systems audit, and knowledge about best practice standards including IFRS, TQM, ISA are desirable.Dependable, honest, impeccable integrityGood team player with strong interpersonal skillsWell-developed oral, written (report writing) communication skillsHighly self-motivated, able to prioritize work and follow up tasks and issues to the endStrong numerical, analytical, accounting and audit skillsComputer literacy skills i.e. proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Email)All candidates should send their applications including photocopies of academic certificates, Curriculum Vitae, names of three professional referees (who are not relatives), and a day-time telephone contacts should be addressed to:The Head of Human Resource and AdministrationPlot 1828 Gogonya Road, NsambyaP.O. Box 4501, Kampala, Uganda.Deadline: Wednesday, 17th December 2014 by 5.00pm.

2 Computer Teacher Job Opportunities - St. Michael International School

Organisation: St. Michael International School St. Michael International School Day Care, Kindergarten & Primary is a Junior School with both the UNEB Curriculum and an International setting. St. Michael International School Day Care, Kindergarten & Primary is a brain child of vibrant and experienced professionals and educationists who are keen on promoting the best practices that will foster an excellent school constituting of a Board of Directors. The school strives to train young boys and girls into all round citizens who are competitive and always responsive to national and international development trends.Job Summary: The Computer Teachers will provide support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising pupils within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing schemes, lesson plans and delivering group an individual pupil instruction within the established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from pupils’ parents or guardians regarding instructional program and pupil’s progress.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure an admirable computer suite environment with clean and up to-date charts at all times.Adopt a positive approach to all pupils in the school in respect of capability, behaviour and social diversity.Setting and updating relevant schemes of work and other computer literacy materials according to the timelines set.Be responsible for the effective instruction, training and assessment of pupils in computer literacy.Prepare pupils thoroughly for good examination success liaising with colleagues on strategies, targets, revision programmes etc.Set, mark and moderate examinations (possibly including entrance tests) under the direction of the Headteacher. Prepare end-of-term reports within the deadlines set.Maintain a record of work for all children. Organize remedial sessions where necessary to meet targets.Accept invigilation, substitution, duty teacher, or other assignments as given by the DOS or Headteacher following the guidelines given. Attend school/parent meetings punctually.Implement consistent guidance, counseling and disciplinary practices in accordance with policy, check pupils’ appearance and lesson attendance. Set a good example by being well-dressed and always punctual to school duties.Adhere to the current timings of the school for lessons, activities and special events. Be present in school at all times during school hours in the first and last week of term, in examination periods, and in duty weeks.Consult the Headteacher regarding permission to leave school during the day, and for other, special leaves. Absence from school for 1 day or longer requires the filing in and filing of a record chit.Ensure that the computer suite is clean and orderly, reporting any recent damage or misuse. Utilize suite equipment, charts etc. to the best teaching advantage.Be willingly involved in the wider cultural/sporting life of the school. Each teacher will help in Club and House activities. Promote student leadership and responsibility whenever possible.Participate in professional development programmes, computer courses, workshops, etc. Utilize reflective practice and occasional research. Implement recommended educational practices.Actively participate in staff appraisal and evaluation devices as requested by the Headteacher, and set annual professional objectives. Cooperate with colleagues over class visits.Ensure that all reasonable safety precautions are carried out pertaining to pupil /school activities. Follow the Health and Safety guidelines.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicants should hold O level Certificates (UCE).Possession of a Diploma in Computer Education (DCE). At least three or more years working experience as a computer teacher.Working knowledge in computer networking, web design and maintenance etc. will be an added advantage. Highly committed to the highest standards of professional service.Excellent communication and organisational skillsPatient, caring and motivated by the best interests of your pupils.Enthusiasm for the subject material to foster a love of learning by pupils.Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.Can relate well to different groups of pupils of different ages and ability levels.Creativity, self-belief and the ability to maintain discipline.Team player who can collaborate with colleagues.Possess the ability to work under minimum supervision.Excellent analytical and problem solving skillsHigh degree of integrity and good moral character.All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their applications with recently updated CVs/ resumes via e-mail to: headteacher.primary@st.michael.ac.ug OR send the handwritten applications should be submitted to the office. St. Michael International School Day Care, Kindergarten & Primary, Kawuku off Entebbe Road near Jomayi Estates, Bwerenga Road, Kakindu, P.O. Box 5119, Kampala. Uganda Deadline: 31st December, 2014.

Earn over 3.5m monthly as In-house Consultant at Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

Organisation: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)Salary: 3,500,000 – 4,500,000 UGX per month inclusive of allowances.JICA is one of the largest bilateral development organizations in the world, implementing Japanese Official Development Assistance which provides bilateral aid in the form of Technical Cooperation, Japanese ODA Loans and Grant Aid. In Uganda, JICA has been working on promotion of Economic Growth through Infrastructure Development, Agricultural Development and Poverty Reduction through Social Development.Job Summary: The In-house Consultant will be a member of the Economic Infrastructure team in JICA Uganda office. As a member of the team, the successful candidate will take part in reviewing and formulating the country assistance policy, formulating projects, supervising development studies and project progress, supporting project appraisals as well as conducting loan operations and administrative arrangements.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Collect information on Government of Uganda and other Development Partners (DP’s) activities through participating in DP’s and Sector Working Group meetings in Economic Infrastructure sectors;Offer guidance on Economic Infrastructure sector to JICA Uganda office and initiate or participate in discussions in order to review and update the country assistance policy;Actively support formulation of studies and projects through dialogs with the government, DP’s and other stakeholders;Take part in project missions for fact findings, appraisals, and coordination or negotiation with the government or other agencies;Intuitively review procurement documents for consultants and contractors on loan projects to ensure compliance with JICA procurement guidelines and prepare comments and follow up correspondence for the team;Actively support disbursement operations on loan projects by the team to ensure appropriate project progressMonitor project progress through meetings with relevant ministries and agencies, conducting site visits, and reviewing project progress reports, provide advice to improve the progress, and follow up the actions to be taken.Participate in the team and office activities including portfolio reviews and review of the country assistance policy;Provide technical support to other sector teams in formulation, implementation and supervision of projects, if necessary;Provide administrative support such as arranging meetings, drafting letters, making necessary support to headquarter missions; andPerform any other related duties assigned by JICA Uganda office.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicant should hold a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Energy, Business Administration or equivalent. Students with more than five years’ professional experience who will graduate from a Masters course in the mentioned areas within a year may be considered.At least five years’ experience working in the Economic Infrastructure SectorWorking experience in program/project management and administration with development partners or a related organization would be an added advantage.Excellent English abilityComputer literacy skills including Microsoft officeExcellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skillsPositive attitude to enhance teamworkAll candidates should send their filled Application Forms, (CV Form), download here, and send them via E-mail to: ug_uso_rep@jica.go.jp. Senior Representative, JICA Uganda Office4th Floor, Course View Towers Plot 21, Yusuf Lule Road,Nakasero, Kampala Uganda, +256-41-4254326Deadline: 22th December, 2014 by 17:00 Hours

World Vision Charity Jobs - Citizen Voice and Action Facilitator

World Vision Uganda is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy Non-Government Organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We currently work in over 41 districts in Uganda. World Vision is committed to the protection of children and we will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. “Our Vision for every child, Life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every Heart, the will to make it so.”Job Summary: The World Vision Citizen Voice and Action Facilitator will direct, facilitate and provide technical support to staffs and other implementing partners on CVA monitoring and implementation in ADPs in line with approved programme plans.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Steer the programme planning and development of CVA activities in ADPs.Steer the training programme staffs and implementing partners in CVA modelActively monitoring of progress and achievements of CVA implementation ADPs.Ensure that public policies, procedures and mechanism are discussed and understood by communities through community sensitization and dialogue meetings.Guide ADP staff during planning and budgeting for effective integration of CVA activities.Ensure quality implementation of CVA activities within the ADPs.Responsible for the mobilization of communities, local organizations and institutions to participate in CVA implementation and monitoring.Actively facilitate proper formation of CVA working teams in line with the National office working team guidelines.Mobilize Citizen Voice and Action working groups, local government officials and institutions to monitor social services delivery in their areas of jurisdictionMobilize government institutions and technical staff in the planning and implementation of CVA activities in ADPs.Build local to national level partnerships, networks and coalitions with civil society organizations and local government institutions.Actively facilitate networking with government institutions and other development partners within the ADP in planning and implementation of CVA activities.Identify and nurture local partnerships with grassroots civil society organizations, Churches and sub county government.Facilitate growth of strong local to national level movements on specific advocacy issues.Strengthen the capacity of internal and external stakeholders in order to facilitate the CVA activities.Build and grow key linkages of local to National advocacy engagements and document best practices to leverage learning.Actively monitoring and track progress of CVA programme implementation.Monitor progress of implementation of commitments made during community gatherings, locally based assemblies and national dialoguesOrganize review, reflection and learning forum for ADP staff, community, local organizations and government.Document best practices, lesson learned and success stories about WVU CVA modelReporting.Compile and submit quality and timely reports to keep track of progress of planned activities within the area of operation.Produce quarterly, bi annual and annual reports on project progress.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicants for the University degree and/or a in Social Science, Development Studies, Education or any relevant field.A minimum of three or more years’ experience working with communities in a development.A minimum of three years’ experience of practicing of advocacy, networking and influence.Prior significant experience in advocacy trends at local, national and international levelAbility to research new national and international advocacy and sustainable development trendsMust be highly reliable and independent.Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.NB: Only Ugandan Nationals are encouraged to applyAll suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online by visiting World Vision International’s e-recruitment jobs portal at the web link below.NB: Please follow instructions on How to Create Account and Profile at World Vision’s e-recruitment portal. Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.Deadline: 17th December, 2014.

Barclays Bank UK Jobs - Head of Card and Cash Operations

Organisation: Barclays Bank UKDuty Station: Kampala, UgandaBarclays is a British multinational banking and financial services company headquartered in London. It is a universal bank with operations in retail, wholesale and investment banking, as well as wealth management, mortgage lending and credit cards. It has operations in over 50 countries and territories and has around 48 million customers. Barclays moves, lends, invests and protects money for customers and clients worldwide. With over 300 years of history and expertise in banking, we operate in over 50 countries and employ over 140,000 people. We provide corporate banking solutions to businesses with an annual turnover of more than £5 million in the UK, and to large local companies, financial institutions and multinationals in non-UK markets. We support the success and growth of our clients by providing lending, risk management, cash and liquidity management, trade finance, and asset and sales financing.Job Summary: The Barclays Head of Card and Cash Operations will oversee the Operations of the section and ensure adherence to Governance and policy (Central Cash, ATM Operations, Courier Centre.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Monitor the performance of the Section and ensure proper Adherence to Policies and Procedures.Oversee the management and control environment of the ATM Operations function, Central Cash, Courier Centre and ensure they are run as per business requirement. This role entails ensuring proactive reconciliations of all off site ATM GL accounts, Visa /Master Card /Credit Card/Cash send GL accounts, Central Cash GL accounts and daily controls in place are effective.Act as the change initiative lead for all the initiatives ATM Operations, Central Cash and the Courier centre function and ensure proactive follow up of the readiness check list to determine readiness for go live.Technically support the section in ensuring that all escalations are managed E2E as per the escalation matrix requirement.Action MI from the different sections and use it as a strong basis for decision making.Follow through the teams’ training needs and work closely with the HR L&D team to ensure this is programmed and training undertaken.Actively participate in the consistency check for the teams and effectively manage out C &D performers.Carryout surprise checks on the teams to ensure conformance to policy.Intuitively review and regularly update the process manuals to ensure they remain relevant and effective. Ensure that there are regular control checks on the section and findings followed through until closure.2. Customer Service: 20 % Adherence to customer service standards for all the teams and developing strategies that intensively improve service.Manage team performance.Manage EOS participation.Drive cost cutting initiativesExpeditiously follow through the team’s training needs and work closely with the HR L&D team to ensure this is programmed.Manage and develop talent within the team.Leave managementQualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicants should possess a first degree or compensation experience. Three or more years’ experience in a cash management environment. Two or more years’ experience in managing a similar size team is preferred Management of cash operations skills is an added advantage End to End knowledge of the banking cycle and central cash controls.Strong knowledge and understanding of the card processes both debit and credit cardStrong understanding of the VISA and Master Card OperationsStrong understanding of the National Net Settlement service operations
Strong understanding of the Cash Send and ATM operations.Strong understanding of the mail room operations.Excellent planning and organization skillsExcellent communication and questioning skills.Good system support skills.Excellent analytical skillsPast Recruitment Skills.KYC /STM and AML.Fraud Prevention.Central Cash Systems.Product Training.Very high understanding of the market dynamicsHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail.Training / coaching skills.Skills in People DevelopmentService Excellence and listening skills.High ability to Drive for resultsPerformance DevelopmentIf you feel challenged by any of the above positions, and believe you can deliver on key deliverables as outlined above, upload your application letter, current curriculum vitae and photocopies of academic certificate to our recruitment website detail below:Barclays is an equal opportunity employer that recruits, develops and promotes people on merit, and rewards outstanding performance, regardless of background and gender.For queries contact us on 0417122453 or email: barclays.uganda@barclays.comDeadline: 17th December, 2014

UBOS Jobs - Deputy Executive Director, Corporate Services

Organisation: Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS)Duty Station: Kampala, UgandaReports to: Executive DirectorThe Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is a semi-autonomous body established by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics Act, 1998, to promote the production of reiiable official statistics and ensure the development and maintenance of the National Statistical System (NSS). The Mis¬sion of the Bureau is to provide quality and demand driven statistics that support policy, decision-making, research and other development initiatives.Job Summary: The UBOS Deputy Executive Director, Corporate Services will develop and coordinate the implementation of policies, systems and procedures that ensure efficient management of corporate resources.Key Duties and Responsibilities: In charge of the development of institutional and organisational development programmes in line with modem management principles and practices;Responsible for the development of the resource mobilisation and management frameworks in line with the Strategic Plan of the Bureau;Intuitively review and monitoring of work plans of the Directorates and Divisions under the Corporate Services Sector in line with the Strategic Plan of the Bureau;In charge of the implementation and monitoring of adherence by all staff to established corporate policies, regulations and guidelines;Collation and presentation of the Bureau’s annual work plans and regular progress reports in accordance with established procedures;Support the Executive Director in the management and accountability of organisational resources in accordance with the corporate regulations;Performance assessment of Line Directors and Line Managers in accordance with the set targetsQualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree, with honours, in any of the following fields; Social Sciences, Information Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Financial Management or Law from a recognised University;Possession of a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and or Management, Business Administration or Financial Management from a recognized University; and Post-Graduate training in any of the following fields will be an added advantage; Information Technology, Human Resource Management, Project Planning and Management, Communication and Public Relations, Procurement or Financial Management.A minimum of ten years working experience, at a senior level position in management, 5 of which should have been in a government Department/Agency or a government project; Good working knowledge of Public Sector Management Systems and Procedures, particularly in Public Finance Management;Working knowledge of MS Office suite; Excellent Interpersonal, Communication and Negotiation skills;Leadership and Team building skills;Good analytical and problem solving skills; and High Integrity and good moral character.All candidates should send their applications indicating three professional referees with their contact addresses, the applicant’s postal address, e-mail and telephone contacts as well as copies of academic transcripts and certificates and a detailed CV should be submitted to the address below:The Chairman Board of Directors Uganda Bureau of Statistics,Plot 9, Colville Street, P.O Box 7186, Kampala.Tel. 256-0414706000 Fax 0414-237533/230370.NB: Please, indicate the relevant Job title and reference number on top of the first page of the Application Letter.Deadline: Friday December 19, 2014 by 5.00pm

GHC Career Jobs - Data Analysis Officer at UINCD

Organisation: Global Health Corps (GHC)Placement Organisation: Uganda Initiative for Integrated Management of Non-Communicable Diseases (UINCD)Salary: Monthly Stipend of 550 dollars per monthGlobal Health Corps pairs intelligent and passionate fellows with organizations that require new thinking and innovative solutions. We provide these young leaders with the tools to remain connected after their fellowship year finishes, deepening their ability to enact change through heightened skills and strong partnerships. We currently place fellows in Burundi, Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, the United States, and Zambia.The Uganda Initiative for Integrated Management of Non-Communicable Diseases (UINCD) is a multi-sector collaboration based in Kampala, Uganda focused on building capacity in the realms of prevention, care, training, and research to enable the provision of effective and integrated management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The core leadership team of UINCD is comprised of experienced leaders from academia (Uganda and Yale University), Mulago National Referral Hospital administration, and the Ministry of Health (MoH). Established in 2013, UINCD has been focused on piloting programs and interventions at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala. UINCD has developed training curricula on NCDs for nurses and doctors and recently completed a study addressing early screening and detection of NCDs at Mulago’s outpatient center. UINCD’s next main project will be a nationwide needs assessment of healthcare workers about NCDs. UINCD’s key objectives include:Assess existing healthcare workers’ training needs and to develop NCD management and patient education curricula that are targeted and relevant to different cadres of healthcare workersDevelop and test models of integrated NCD prevention and careLeverage existing HIV infrastructure for the integration of NCD training and service deliveryUINCD places a great emphasis on studying the effectiveness of all its activities and disseminating its processes and findings.Job Summary: The UINCD Data Analysis Officer will be responsible for overseeing study data, managing study databases, and developing the ways that UINCD manages information.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the database(s) for ongoing UINCD studiesSupport in data analysisServe as the UINCD liaison with the company that is developing UINCD’s data collection instrumentsWork in liaison with partner HIV-focused institutions to build capacity for NCD-related patient information in existing open-source medical record softwareQualifications, Skills and Experience: The GHC fellow should have working knowledge and experience with electronic medical record systems or equivalentPast experience with data management and analysisSignificant experience with computer programming/coding; or interest in learning these skillsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or STATA; or interest in learning these skillsExcellent communication and documentation skillsKeen interest in global public healthPossess the ability to work in a team environment, but with self-sufficiency and self-motivationJob Terms and Conditions: Fellows will be provided with housing, health insurance and a living stipend of $550/month. Additionally, fellows will receive an award of $1500 upon successful completion of the fellowship year. Flights to and from the placement site and all other costs associated with GHC programming are included, including $600 in professional development funds. Housing will be arranged in Kampala.Note: The living stipend and completion award may be paid out in USD or local currency, as determined by the placement organization.All applicants who desire to be placed by the Global Health Corps in the aforementioned organization should express interest by clearly following the instructions at the web page below.

Several Business Development Officers - Case Medical Centre

Organisation: Case Medical CentreCase Medical Centre is a private hospital located on Buganda Road in Central Kampala. The Centre started in 1995 as a small Clinic on Bombo Road. With the years the Centre's clientele and reputation grew until the need to expand became overwhelmingJob Summary: The Business Development Officer will build and grow the business development activities of Case Medical Centre in such a manner as to ensure the development and maintenance of a strong and profitable business portfolio and promotion of a positive image of the company in the market place.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicants should hold a Sales Diploma, Customer service or equivalent experience.Professional Certificate in COPAdditional training in MarketingAt least five years’ experience required for trainingExcellent communication skillsStrong interpersonal skillsPossess the ability to work with individuals across all levels of management and sectorsStrong negotiations and presentation skills.A strategic and innovative thinkerAll suitably qualified and interested candidates who may be interested in the above post should send their applications to the following address: The Human Resource Officer Case Medical Centre, 69/71, Buganda Road, P.O. Box 4547, Kampala, Uganda. Tel: 0312/ 414 250362, 0312 261123 ADeadline: Friday 19th December 2014 by 5PM

12 December 2014

Save the Children Jobs - Director of Health Systems Strengthening

Organisation: Save the ChildrenSave the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children and has program presence in over 120 countries in the world. Save the Children envisions a Uganda in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We strive to create impact for children by delivering our Programmes through partnerships, by being innovative, by acting as the voice for and of children, and by achieving results at scale. In Uganda, we implement programmes in six thematic programme areas of Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Education, Livelihoods & Food Security, Health, Nutrition and HIV/AIDS in development and emergency contexts. Save the Children delivers programs in over 36 districts in the North, Rwenzori, North-Eastern and Central regions of Uganda, Currently, Save the Children has a staff complement of over 200 persons. We save children’s lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. In 2013, we reached over 143 million children through our work around 52m directly and 91 million indirectly around the world.Job Summary: The Director, Health Systems Strengthening will work with Save the Children’s existing country office in Uganda, and will work closely with the senior leadership to support the management of the USAID Cooperative Agreement for the anticipated five-year $20M Health and HIV/AIDS Integrated Program. S/he will provide tactical direction and implementation in order to achieve the three key objectives: a) supporting health systems critical for service delivery, b) increasing availability and access to quality HIV and key health services; and c) improving health seeking behaviors and demand for quality services among the people living in the Karamoja region. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal Save the Children job holder should hold a Masters’ degree or higher in public health, or related field. A professional engineer’s license through a professional society or government agency is required for design certification.At least eight years’ experience with progressively increasing responsibility managing designing and implementing large and complex public health programs, ideally in Sub-Saharan Africa. Past exposure and experience leading a highly successful health systems strengthening program in Uganda or in a similar setting. Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of decentralized health and HIV/AIDS service delivery programs within Africa, as well as high impact HIV/AIDS and health services in the Uganda context or similar setting.At least five years’ experience demonstrating technical expertise in health systems strengthening activities, as well as integration with several areas including: nutrition; WASH; community malaria/family planning/maternal and child health programs; testing and counseling for HIV; quality improvement/quality assurance; gender; and the use of health-related data in program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. At least three years’ experience managing and supervising a teamProven experience building capacity of programs with local NGOs and government bodies in-country and working collaboratively with partners and/or key stakeholders. Past experience of working with local partners and District Local Government in Child Rights Governance, Health, Nutrition, Education, HIV/AIDS or Child Protection is an added advantage.Excellent analytical skills and strategic planning abilities.Possess the ability to establish and maintain conducive collegial relations and perform effectively as a member of a team.Willingness to travel and work in hard-to-reach areas, occasionally under strenuous conditions.Highly computer literate and possess excellent documentation skills.Availability and willingness to work extra hours during times of humanitarian responses.Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and culturesAbility to intervene with crisis management or troubleshooting as necessary.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coachingExcellent time management and planning capacity.Availability and willingness to work extra hours during times of humanitarian responses.Willingness to extensively travel to the field.All interested candidates should submit their applications with cover letters and a detailed CVs indicating three professional referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors should be submitted to: The Director of Human Resources & Administration, Save the Children, Plot 68/70, Kiira Road, P.O Box 12018, Kampala, Uganda Or via email: uganda.recruitment@savethechildren.orgSave the Children is an equal opportunity employer, persons with disabilities and female candidates are encouraged to apply.NB: Testimonials/certificates should not be attached to applications that are submitted online. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity.Deadline: Friday, 12th December 2014

Uganda: Supply & Logistics Officer

Position Title:Supply & Logistics Officer

Level of Position:P2

Duty Station:Kampala, Uganda

Duration and Type of Appointment:One Year, Temporary Appointment

1. Purpose of the Post

Under the direct guidance of the Supply Manager, assists in the procurement, distribution and monitoring of UNICEF's supplies, in support of the Country Programme.

2. Major Duties and Responsibilities

Assists in the implementation of the supply component of the Country Programme, including a system for the procurement and distribution of supplies to all project sites.Interacts with the Programme Section in the preparation of appropriate documents: Supply plans, distribution plans, TORs, supply / contracts requisitions, tenders documents and purchase orders, etc.; according to procurement specifications, UNICEF Financial Rules and Regulations, SD Manual, and all other applicable procurement procedures.Undertakes local procurements, as required. Prepares RFQ/ITB/RFP invitations to potential suppliers, evaluates quotations, clarifies offers and negotiates with suppliers as appropriate. Makes recommendations for finalization of purchases, adjudicates offers. Prepares and defends submission to CRC. Drafts contracts and long terms arrangements.Assists the Supply Manager with logistics planning, and arrangements facilitating efficient clearance, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment to end-users from ports of entry and warehouses. When required, maintains contact with customs officials, follows up on preliminary supply clearance documentations to facilitate timely customs clearance of supplies and equipment, in keeping with established protocol.Monitors supplier’s performance and market developments. Undertakes field visits to project sites and sub-offices to inventory and monitor supply inputs. Proposes corrective actions to improve logistical procedures.Identifies training needs and develops training activities in supply management for UNICEF's staff/consultants and counterparts, designed to improve supply delivery.3. Qualifications and Requirements:

Education:

University degree in Business Administration, Management, Law or a related technical field.

Work Experience:

Two years of professional work experience in supply/logistics management at the national and international levels.

Competencies

i) Core Values (Required)

• Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)

• Communication; Drive for Result; Working With People.

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

• Applying Technical Expertise; Following Instructions and Procedures; Planning and Organizing; e) Other Skills Required

Other skills and attributes

Proven analytical and negotiating skills.Ability to make timely and quality judgments and decisions.Ability to work analytically on several project simultaneously and meet short deadlines.Ability to establish harmonious work-relationships with colleagues in an international and multicultural environment.Ability to supervise and direct a team of support staff.Ability to implement training.

1. To apply, send a letter of interest accompanied by P11, CV and two of your most recent performance evaluations to ugderecruit@unicef.org , by 22 December 2014.

1. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

2. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performanceevaluation report.

4. Please clearly indicate in the email subject the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments:Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.

5. Only Short listed candidates will be contacted.

6. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.

Prime Contracts Administrator Vacancy - Fluor Corporation

Organisation: Fluor CorporationDuty Station: Kampala, UgandaFluor Corporation is one of the world's largest publicly owned engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance (EPCM), and project management companies. Over the past century, Fluor has become a trusted global business leader by providing exceptional services and technical knowledge across every phase of a project. Fluor works with governments and multinational companies to design, build, and maintain many of the world's most complex and challenging capital projects.Key Duties and Responsibilities: At the program level, manages staff in the performance of performing pre-award contract activities, contractor resourcing, interfacing with engineering, project and client personnel to support preparation of RFP, bid evaluation and negotiations up to award and contract execution. Performs all facets of Post Award Contract Management. Administers changes to contracts including claim resolutions. Proactive with contractors to ensure contract compliance, generation of progress, schedules, daily and other status reports, invoices and supporting documents in a timely manner. Performs close out of contracts, finalize outstanding contract issues, final invoices and contractor performance evaluations. Regularly interfaces with internal and external management with respect to Project Contracting Activities.Performs all work safely in accordance with Fluor practices, actively participates in improving safety in the workplace, and if/when supervising others is responsible for their safety and safe work behaviors.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The Prime Contracts Administrator should hold a Bachelor’s degree in related business fieldAt least 10 years of directly related experience, of which 3 years should be at a supervisory level.Excellent communication and leadership skills required. Excellent computer literacy and skills in MS Office Suite required. Working knowledge of the concepts, methods, standards and practices of contracts management. Good negotiating skills.If interested in working with Fluor Corporation in the above portfolio, Please send us visit Web link below and review requirements and thereafter express your interest by Clicking Apply Now.

USAID Jhpiego Project Careers - Director of Health Systems Strengthening

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years in East and Southern Africa, Jhpiego has empowered front-line health workers by designing and implementing effective, low-cost, hands-on solutions that strengthen the delivery of health care services, following the household-to-hospital continuum of care. Jhpiego partners with organizations to build sustainable, local capacity through advocacy, policy development, human resources for health and quality and performance improvement approaches. Job Summary: The Director of Health Systems Strengthening will provide technical and programmatic oversight and direction in the areas of health systems strengthening, human resources for health, quality improvement and local capacity development for USAID regional integrated health programs (HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, nutrition, family planning, and maternal, neonatal and child health care) in Uganda . This program aims to increase utilization of health services by strengthening systems and improve quality of integrated health services. The project will operate over a 5 year period. Responsibilities include providing leadership and technical and programmatic guidance in the development and implementation of program activities under the leadership of the Chief of Party and in collaboration with the rest of the senior management team. This position will also ensure the technical and methodological soundness of program activities. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Offer technical and programmatic management, strategic direction and ensure appropriate support for the implementation of program activities in the areas of health systems strengthening and quality improvementProvide leadership in development of HSS &QI framework for partner districts and at facility levelsCoordinate assessments, site strengthening, follow-up and supervision, including developing supportive supervision guidelinesIdentify clinical training needs and assist in the design and implementation of measures to address those needsManage the development of training curricula and quality improvement systemsProvide “train the trainer” sessions, site strengthening, in-service and/or pre-service education, follow-up and supportive supervision to project-supported health facilitiesEngage regional and district stakeholders to define desired health outcomes and confirm clinical performance standards in alignment with national health service delivery standards and QI processes in different health facilities (hospital, HCIII, etc) and settings (static clinics, referrals, outreach), assess existing gaps in meeting standards, and develop a plan of action to achieve the desired health outcomesDevelop and test approaches for quality and performance improvement according to the local context as neededSteer the establishment/maintenance of quality laboratory practice and quality standards for all biomedical interventionsApply quality standards to ensure that health services meet national requirements, as well as meet client expectationsAdvocate with national, district and community-level health institutions to raise awareness about their role in improving health outcomesContributes to strengthening the referral system at all levels of health systemWork in liaison with program staff and the M&E Specialist, ensure that necessary quality improvement planning, budgeting and management activities occur to facilitate smooth and efficient program functioningMonitor and track improvements and progress toward quality goalsReinforce the peer review process, including sharing lessons learned and best practices adopted, to continually bridge performance gapsQualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicant should preferably hold a Master’s degree in Public Health or a related fieldA minimum of eight years’ experience with progressively increasing responsibility in designing, managing and implementing complex, large scale public health programs and experience designing and/or leading a highly successful HSS program in Uganda or in a similar settingSkills in strengthening service delivery programs, training, performance and quality improvement and monitoring and evaluationPossess the ability to liaise with senior MOH officials and dignitaries, executives of NGOs, FBOs, CBOs, the for-profit business community, and senior members of the donor community;Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Ugandan healthcare system, particularly the public health system, experience living and working in Uganda preferredStrong oral and written communication and presentations skills in English;Familiarity with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems;Excellent track record managing a project team composed of several technical experts and fostering team workAbility to coach, mentor and develop technical capacity in national programs and technical staff in QIAbility to travel up to 50% timeAll candidates should Apply Online by visiting the web link below.

United States Embassy CDC Careers - Public Health Administrative Management Specialist - Cooperative Agreements

Organisation: United States Embassy, US Mission in UgandaThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."Job Summary: The CDC Public Health Administrative Management Specialist - Cooperative Agreements will be one of four specialists responsible for oversight at the post level of the administrative aspects of the agency’s cooperative agreements portfolio. The incumbent’s administrative role extends throughout the life cycle of the implementing instrument, beginning with funding proposal preparation, initial award and carrying through to close out. These administrative functions provide the infrastructure for effective and coordinated implementation, monitoring and overall administrative management of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) PEPFAR-funded and other public health programmatic activities carried out by implementing partners in Uganda.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.The ideal candidate for the CDC career placement should possess a Master’s degree in public administration, public health, international development, business administration, management or finance is required.At least three years of progressively responsible administrative management experience in a public health or international development program that includes administrative management of acquisitions, grants, contracts or cooperative agreement documentation and reporting, files management and exposure to external clients is required.Detailed working knowledge of overall management principles, guidelines and procedures related to the administration of cooperative agreements, as well as related audit and accounting requirements, is required. An in-depth understanding of the structure and functions of the CDC’s role and function in support of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is required. The job holder must also have a detailed knowledge of the host country operational environment, including a good understanding of host government laws and regulations regarding public health-related implementing agreements.Comprehensive knowledge of routine health information systems . in developing countries, including knowledge of HIV administrative systems is required.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are required, to include ability to write clear and concise documents, reports, program and policy guidelines and ability to deliver oral presentations on programmatic matters. Excellent inter-personal skills are required in order to coordinate with USG colleagues and implementing/cooperating partners to ensure mutual cooperation. Proven ability to multi-task in a highly-detailed work environment is required. Possess the ability to assess problems and develop realistic solutions is required. Ability to plan and monitor budget expenditures to meet PEPFAR-program needs is required.Intermediate user level of word processing, spreadsheets and databases is required.Keyboarding skills that include both speed and accuracy are required. A facility to work with higher mathematical calculations for purposes of reporting is required. Language required: Level IV English ability (fluent written, spoken and reading).All those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download it Here.A current resume or curriculum vitae.Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above. By email at KampalaHR@state.gov.NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Please clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.Telephone: 0414-306001/259-791/5The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

United Nations RSCE Career Jobs - Finance Officer

Organization: United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE)Vacancy Announcement Number: 14-FIN-RSCE-38900-R-ENTEBBE (M)Reports to: Service Delivery ManagerThe Regional Service Centre Steering Committee is the decision-making body for RSCE, in compliance with General Assembly resolutions, United Nations Secretariat rules and regulations, strategic guidance from United Nations Headquarters and oversight bodies. The Steering Committee consults with the Global Field Support Strategy Implementation Coordination Team, as required.The Regional Service Centre, as approved by the Member States, is owned, managed and staffed by the regional missions it serves. This framework reinforces the existing missions’ chain of command structures and lines of authority in a manner that does not create an additional layer between Headquarters and the regional missions. It also ensures that staffing for RSCE will be achieved through the redeployment of resources from the regional missions it serves.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Finance Officer will carry out the following duties:Keenly reviews and verifies the closing of monthly accounts and preparation of financial statements for submission to Headquarters.Intuitively verifies the data reported in the financial statements.Scrutinizes source documents for completeness, accuracy and validity of charges.Reviews and approves various vouchers and accounting transactions, e.g., payroll, payment of staff entitlements, final payments, travel claims, vendor invoices, agencies, field missions, etc., to ensure adherence to relevant staff rules, financial regulations and rules, guidelines or practices.Maintains internal control procedures to ensure vouchers are processed and correctly posted (in SunSystems).Investigates erroneous charges and takes appropriate corrective accounting actions.Reviews and reconciles suspense accounts and ensure proper clearance procedures have been followed.Intuitively reviews and verifies bank reconciliations on a monthly basis.Keenly examines details of income, expenditure, assets and liability from accounting system in order to analyze and verify accuracy and validity.Examines the validity of requests for increases in petty cash levels; approve disbursement vouchers to replenish petty cash accounts.Approves the recording of obligations (in the SunSystems).Serves as Approving Officer for the Finance Section.Supervises other General Service or Field Service staff as required.Quickly responds to queries from staff members and third parties.Monitors/reviews methods used to remit payments and supervises investigation of non-receipt of payments.Responsible for monitoring the transmittal of payments worldwide.Intuitively reviews incoming payment instructions with regard to banking details and sources of funds.Prepares payments for final disbursement by Cashier.Monitors the dispatch of payment instructions and cheques to banks.Verifies receipts and deposit slips for all incoming funds.Supports staff members regarding queries on payment and deposit-related issues.Identifies and annotate bank account movements.Support the Chief of Unit/Section in cash management, including preparing cash flow forecasts.Investigates complaints of non-receipt.Monitors cheque stock and cash receipt vouchers and requests for new stock as required.Ensures that cash in the vault are accounted for on a daily basis.In the absence of a Chief Cashier, oversee the daily operation of the Cashier’s Unit including the transmittal of payments.Keeps up-to-date on documents/reports/guidelines that have a bearing on matters related to programme, ensuring compliance with intergovernmental recommendations and decisions as well as with United Nations policies and procedures.Offers technical guidance and training (including preparation of training materials) to junior staff with respect to transaction processing and the use of various systems such as Funds Management Tools (FMT), SUN and PROGEN.Drafts/verifies memoranda and/or cables relevant to financial and budget matters to various offices, departments and missions.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidates for the United Nations Regional Service Centre Finance Officer should hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Technical or vocational certificate in accounting, finance, budget or related fields is required. All candidates may be required to take basic accounting and mathematical tests to determine their eligibility for this position.A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience within the United Nations system or in the private sector at the national or international level in accounting, budgeting or financial management. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five years for candidates who possess a first level University Degree. Five or more years’ experience approving education grant advances and claims, is required.Languages: Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.Knowledge in the use and application of the Organization’s financial regulations and rules as well as accounting policies and practices. Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyse and apply data across the full range of finance, accounting, treasury and budget functions. Demonstrated use of initiative and ability to make appropriate linkages in work processes and anticipate next steps showing skills and ability to analyse and interpret financial data. Ability to plan and achieve the unit’s operations and objectivesShows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goalsSolicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from othersPlaces team agenda before personal agendaSupports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own positionShares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomingsDevelops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategiesIdentifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as requiredAllocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing workForesees risks and allows for contingencies when planningMonitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessaryUses time efficientlyTakes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitmentsDelivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standardsOperates in compliance with organizational regulations and rulesSupports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignmentsTakes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of viewEstablishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respectIdentifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutionsMonitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problemsKeeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projectsMeets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients.Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authorityEnsure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff memberAccurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skillsMonitors progress against milestones and deadlinesRegularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staffEncourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiativeActively supports the development and career aspirations of staffAppraises performance fairly All suitably qualified candidates who wish to join the United Nations in the aforementioned capacity should apply online by visiting the web link below.Deadline: 17th December, 2014

Manager Architecture, Standards and Certification Job Vacancy - National Information Technology Authority

Organisation: National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)Reports to: Director Planning, Research & Development The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) was established as a statutory body under the National Information Technology Authority, Uganda Act, 2009 as one of the key players in the Information and Communications Technology Sector. Its mandated is to coordinate, promote and monitor IT development within the context of national social and economic development, with a vision as “a facilitator of a knowledge-based, globally competitive Uganda where social transformation and economic development is supported through IT enabled services.”Job Summary: The jobholder will offer leadership in the development, implementation, enforcement, and monitoring of the National/Enterprise Architecture, e-Government Interoperability, Standards, and Accreditation & Certification Frameworks and provide guidance for quality IT services including risk management & contingency planning.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Develop, implement, enforce, maintain and enforce an Enterprise Architecture for Government;Develop, implement, enforce, maintain and enforce an e-Government Framework for Government;In charge of the development, implementation, enforcement, maintenance and enforce framework, model, process and tools for the development of National IT Standards, Procedures and Guidelines for all IT service delivery domains;Develop, implement, enforce, maintain and enforce a framework, model, tools and a process to Accredit and/or Certify IT Products, Services, Service Delivery PointsIdentifying, developing and enforcement of the Departmental Standard Operating Procedures;Reporting to the appropriate structures and distributing information throughout the organization;Support in conducting training related to Architecture, Standards and Certification;Oversight of Architecture, Standards and Certification Consultants and Technical Experts;Provide administrative support and departmental meetingsTechnically support in all cross functional activities in which NITA is involved.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Telecommunications Engineering is a requirement;Possession of a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Software Engineering or a closely related field is a requirement;Professional/ Industry IT Certification such as ITIL, CGIET, CISM, CISSP, PMP etc. are a requirement;Professional specific IT Enterprise Architecture /Standards /Certification /Accreditation certifications such as The Open Group Architecture Framework – TOGAF, Open Group Certified Architect (Open CA) Certification, Zachman, IBM Enterprise Architect, etc. are a MUST requirement;Possess excellent planning, management and communication skills (Oral, Written, Presentation);At least five (5) years of working experience in Information & Communications Technology (ICT) in a reputable Public or Private Organization, three (3) years of which should be at Supervisory level;Demonstrable knowledge and evidence of development of IT Standards and Enterprise Architecture in a reputable Public or Private Organization;Past exposure and experience in developing and using Enterprise Architecture and Interoperability Tools;Good working knowledge of Government Policies, Processes, Procedures and Practices will be an added advantage.Strong organizational and time management skills;Capability of managing multiple, high-priority Assignments/ Projects simultaneously to meet firm deadlines;Possess the ability to quickly learn and understand business environments;Excellent Interpersonal and relationship management skills;The applicant must be innovative, detail & accuracy-oriented, experienced in highly visible projects;Strong interpersonal skills to develop good working relationships at various levels and to resolve complaints;Excellent analytical skills to interpret research data for reports and apply mathematic techniques in practical situations;Be a good team player and have the understanding and exposure of leading a team and be conversant with leadership and team dynamics. All candidates who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their application form, download here, with a cover letter, supported by curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, to the address below.National Information TechnologyPalm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo bypass)P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-UgandaOr via email: hr@nita.go.ug (application must not exceed 10MBs)Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts.Deadline: 19th December, 2014 (Not later than 17.00 hrs. Local Time).NB: No application will be accepted without a duly completed and signed standard application form (referred to above).

2 Centenary Bank Job Vacancies - Supervisor, Internal Audit

Reports to: Manager Internal AuditCentenary Bank is the leading Commercial Micro Finance Bank in Uganda serving over 1,300,000 clients (a quarter of the banking population) in 58 branches spread countrywide. We are one of Uganda’s top three financial organisations, employing more than 1,900 people. Joining Centenary Bank is an opportunity to use your skills and experience in tackling real world problems.Job Summary: The Centenary Bank Supervisor, Internal (Grade 4B) will be responsible for planning, implementing and reporting on assigned audits for large and more complex engagements in accordance to the annual audit plan. The Centenary Bank Supervisor, Internal (Grade 5B) will be in charge of planning, implementing and reporting on assigned audits for small/medium teams and less complex engagements in accordance to the annual audit plan.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Identify business objectives, understand risk inherent in activities to be audited and develop risk-based audit plans in assigned audit engagementsCarry out field work and prepare quality working papers in compliance with audit standards and policy in assigned areasMentor and supervise staff on audit assignments, guide and develop staff in line with policy and training needs.Intuitively review work of subordinates on audit assignments and ensure quality audit work papers in compliance with audit standards and policy.Prepare quality drafts of audit reports for review by the assigned managerOversee the performance of the engagement team ensuring that each team member is appraised after each engagement and mentor/coach to bridge identified skill gaps.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate should hold an Honours degree in BBA, B.Com, Statistics, Economics and professional course e.g ACCA, CIA, CPA and CISA.For the Centenary Bank Supervisor, Internal (Grade 4B), the applicant must possess at least four years internal audit experience in a banking environment with at least 1 year in audit supervisory role.For the Centenary Bank Supervisor, Internal (Grade 5B), the ideal candidate should hold a minimum of two years of audit experience in a financial institution.A minimum of three or more years’ experience in a banking environment, one of which must have been at supervisory level.Excellent negotiation skillsExcellent communication and Interpersonal skillsPossess excellent analytical skillsGood Presentation skillsGood interviewing skillsExcellent report writing skillsDecision making abilitiesHigh degree of Integrity and confidentialityDemonstrable organisational, planning and analytical skills.Good knowledge of risk-based audit methodology, banking risks and related controls.Readiness to travel within Uganda and willingness to take up assignments in any part of the country.All candidates who desire to join Centenary Bank should send their applications by following the instructions below; downloading an application form for employment, download here, filling it and enclosing an application letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three professional referees and copies of academic testimonials/certificates and send the application to:General Manager, Human Resources Centenary Bank, P.O. Box 1892 — Kampala, Uganda.Note: While we thank all applicants for your interest. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.Deadline: 19th December 2014 by 5:00 pm

GHC Fellowship Careers - Gender Mainstreaming Fellow at Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Organisation: Global Health Corps (GHC)Placement Organisation: Baylor College of Medicine Children’s FoundationSalary: Monthly Stipend of 550 dollars per monthGlobal Health Corps pairs intelligent and passionate fellows with organizations that require new thinking and innovative solutions. We provide these young leaders with the tools to remain connected after their fellowship year finishes, deepening their ability to enact change through heightened skills and strong partnerships. We currently place fellows in Burundi, Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, the United States, and Zambia.Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation Uganda (Baylor-Uganda) is a national non-profit child health and development organization providing family centered pediatric HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment service as well as health professional training and clinical research in Uganda. Baylor-Uganda is committed to providing high quality, high impact and highly ethical pediatric and family centered health care, health professional training and clinical research, focused on HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, malnutrition and other conditions impacting the health and well-being of children and families worldwide. Baylor-Uganda’s current priority areas include:HIV/AIDS preventionCare and treatment servicesHealth professional training and capacity buildingClinical researchMaternal and child illnessesJob Summary: The Gender Mainstreaming Fellow will work closely with relevant Ministries of Health and District Health Teams (DHT) to strengthen institutional, policy, legal and other mechanisms that can provide a supportive environment for combatting sexual and gender based violence related to HIV/AIDS. The Fellow will develop and monitor the implementation of strategies at the community level to strengthen activities that raise awareness of and build capacity to change negative gender norms and practices regarding reproductive health and the demand for HIV prevention and care services. The Fellow will monitor the implementation of gender mainstreaming strategies into district operating procedures, care policies, and work-plans.Key Duties and Responsibilities: In order to develop a multi-sector approach to gender mainstreaming in HIV/AIDS services, build, grow and develop strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in relevant government committees at the district and community levels;Working with these committee members, advocate for comprehensive interventions to enhance gender mainstreaming, and periodic performance review of these interventionsDevelop an operational work plan, procurement plan, and budget for implementation of gender mainstreaming activities in HIV/AIDS prevention and care servicesWork closely with districts to integrate these activities into the district work plans and budgetsActively monitor the implementation of strategies for promoting male involvement in reproductive health programs and HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment servicesOffer technical support in developing and implementing a monitoring and evaluation framework, as well as data collection tools, to evaluate gender mainstreaming activities in HIV/AIDS servicesMonitor reporting on gender inequalities and gender-related barriers that affect access to and utilization of HIV services at district and community levelsCarry out research and present best practices related to gender mainstreaming in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment servicesImplement quality improvement projects for gender mainstreaming activitiesEnhance the capacity of district health workers and Baylor-Uganda staff to implement gender mainstreaming activities through training, mentorship, and supervisionPrepare funding proposals related to gender mainstreaming in HIV/AIDS prevention and careQualifications, Skills and Experience: The GHC fellow should hold a Master’s degree in Gender and Development Studies or Public HealthSignificant experience in gender or women’s rights programming, especially in the context of HIV/AIDS issues in a Non-Governmental Organizations, with at least two (2) years’ experience influencing the policy environment related to gender and HIV/AIDSPast experience developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks and toolsPast experience in program design, strategic planning, program management and implementation, especially within a developing country contextExcellent analytical & decision making skillsPossess the ability to work under pressureExcellent communication, analytical, networking, and partnership skillsJob Terms and Conditions: Fellows will be provided with housing, health insurance and a living stipend of $550/month. Additionally, fellows will receive an award of $1500 upon successful completion of the fellowship year. Flights to and from the placement site and all other costs associated with GHC programming are included, including $600 in professional development funds. Housing will be arranged in Kampala.Note: The living stipend and completion award may be paid out in USD or local currency, as determined by the placement organization.All applicants who desire to be placed by the Global Health Corps in the aforementioned organization should express interest by clearly following the instructions at the web page below.

Uganda: Head of Programmes - Uganda

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About Us Help Login / Register Home Updates Countries Disasters Topics Organizations Jobs Training Print09 Dec 2014Head of Programmes - UgandaJobfromDanish Refugee Council—Closing date: 05 Jan 2015

(Only open to Ugandan nationals)

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent humanitarian organization working to provide durable solutions and promote human security.

In Uganda, DRC works in North, North-Western, South-Western and North-Eastern regions in a range of emergency/development support for the refugees and communities in need with the aim of saving lives by providing protection and humanitarian assistance, and creating livelihoods (for more information go to www.drc.dk).

In the North-Western Regions, DRC is currently a refugee programme for South Sudanese and Congolese with a new protection in emergency component which comprises: child protection with a special focus on separated and unaccompanied minors, psychosocial support, GBV and protection monitoring. A conflict management thematic area - within the overall protection framework - is also being developed. DRC’s programme in West Nile aims at building up the capacities for protection in host communities and strengthening durable solutions for the refugee population.

General Responsibilities

The Head of Programme is responsible for planning and smooth functioning of DRC’s programs in Uganda, Donor liaison, provision of leadership to the programme managers, and advisory to the Senior Management Team.

Position and Reporting Line

The Head of Programme refers to a senior management position that operates countrywide, situated within the Senior Management Team. The Head of Programmes reports to the Country Director.

Specific Responsibilities

Management

Direct technical supervisory over the programme managers [and project managers and coordinators where relevant] with a scope to programming, operations and organisational growth.Development of overall staff competence through leadership, training and coaching of technical and management key personnel.Coordination and quality assurance of commencing, ongoing and completed projects, through management of the programs, program development and M&E, and the grant management system.Ensure the operations implementation is well coordinated between the field offices, projects and activity clusters, and that these receive quality support functions timely as required.Frequent travel to the programmes for direct support, representation and identification of opportunities for organisational growth in the competence areas of DRC.

Programme development and Donor Liaison

Planning of specific DRC projects and programmes in Uganda and across borders to South Sudan, Kenya and DR Congo.Provision of planning input to implementation of DRC’s country strategy, and to establishment of regional strategy for the Great Lakes.Organize needs assessments countrywide and assess the opportunities and humanitarian space for DRC.Monitoring and evaluation of the operations to ensure the overall implementation is in accordance with agreed work plans, donor agreements and humanitarian accountability framework.Support Country Director in harmonizing the implementation of DRC’s Strategies in key thematic areas e.g. Protection and Community Service.Explore and update DRC with countrywide refugee flows, humanitarian and security situation, and needs for assistance, and identify links to DRC’s competence areas, through needs assessments and personal interaction with donor and government representatives.

Representation

Representation of DRC as a professional INGO partner, to the government authorities, security forces, donors and partners in formal and informal settings.Strengthening of DRC position nationally and regionally by actively maintaining an extensive contact network of relevant authorities, think tanks, UN and donor representatives in Uganda and Great Lakes region.

Fundraising

Assistance to the CD in development of the fundraising strategy, pursuing funding opportunities in all DRC competence areas, and harnessing the capacities of the programme managers and SMT to identify and materialize financial opportunities.Management of concept development (concepts, proposals, studies, presentation, workshops, and networking).

Security

Studying and reporting the security situation in Uganda with focus on UPDF and rebel groups, and security development at borders to Kenya, South Sudan and DR Congo.

Reporting & Research

Monitoring of the quality and timeliness of research and formal reporting carried out in operations.Planning of DRC advocacy publications, annual reports, and associated preceding evaluation of DRC’s performance in the country.

Qualifications and Qualities

Minimum Masters degree in any of the following: Development Studies, International relations, refugee studies, human rights, social sciences, or related field10 years professional work experience in managing multi-sectorial refugee assistance program including protection and community services, community mobilization, with INGOs or UN, including operational IDP or refugee protection.Proven record of managing complex projects.Proven experience of working at a Senior Management level, particularly as the head of programs.Experience of direct liaison with Donors, particularly UN Donors, and evidence of strong negotiation skills.Excellent analytical, strategic and communication skills.Strong computer literacy and report writing skills.Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with the other team members and other stakeholdersAbility to work under pressure, culturally sensitive, and ability to work with minimal supervision.Conditions for the positions

Duty station: Kampala, with regular travel to field offices
The position is contract based.Remuneration and benefits are as per DRC Uganda standard salary scale and benefit package.

Expected start date: 2 February 2015

How to apply:

Applications should be in English and include the following:

A cover letter (1 page) in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria and please indicate your salary expectations.Accurate CV. The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, work experience, and name and contact details of 3 relevant references.

We only accept online applications. Go to www.drc.dk > About DRC > Vacancies > Current Vacancies and find the job on the list and press the apply button.

The deadline for submission of applications is 5 January 2015.

We thank applicants for their interest in the position however; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have problems uploading your application, please contact job@drc.dk.

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