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15 October 2012
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Vacancy Announcement

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts in Iganga District Local Council. Interested persons should obtain application forms (PSC Form 3) in triplicate from the Secretaries of District Service Commissions. Serving Officers should route their applications through their heads of department who should be reminded of the closing date. Handwritten applications are also accepted. Only photocopies of certified academic qualifications, CV and any other relevant documents should be attached. Closing date is 2 weeks from the date of the advert.

Applications should be addressed to

The Secretary, District Service Commission,

Iganga District, P.O. Box 358, Iganga.

DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION

1. POST: Principal Personnel Officer (CAO’s Office)

(1 Post)

REF: DSC 1/2012

Salary Scale: U2

Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer

Responsible for: Senior Personnel Officer Records

Management Staff

Job Purpose:

To manage, implement and monitor Human Resource policies, strategies, guidelines, rules, regulations; and guide the District Local Government on all matters of Human Resource Planning, Management and Development.

Key Outputs:

i. Human Resource policies, regulations and practices in the District Local Governments initiated, developed and implemented;

ii. Human Resource sub-sector plans and budgets prepared;

iii. Submissions for appointment, confirmation, discipline, transfer of staff in the District Local

Government prepared;

iv. Payroll and staffing control system managed and maintained;

v. Personal records for the staff in the District Local Government efficiently managed.

vi. Staff advised on career development and counseled;

vii. Technical departments advised on the interpretation of Public Service Standing orders, Human Resource Policy, staff regulations and other relevant human resource issues;

viii. Submissions for terminal benefits processed and submitted to relevant authorities for necessary action; and

ix. Performance of staff in the Human Resource Subsector appraised.

Person Specifications:

(i) Qualifications

• An Honors Bachelors Degree in Human Resources/ Personnel Management or Social Work and Social Administration (SWSA) or Management Science or any Social Sciences (with personnel Management/ Human Resources Management as an option) or Arts (with Personnel Management/Human Resources Management as an option) from a recognized University/Institution.

• A post-graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or Public Administration and Management from a recognized University/ Institution.

• Possession of a Masters Degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration

(Human Resources Management option) or Public Administration and Management shall be an added advantage.

(ii) Experience:

At least six years of professional working experience three of which should have been in the field of Human Resource Management at a Senior Personnel Officer level or Senior Human Resources Officer in a public or a reputable Private organization.

DEPARTMENT: EDUCATION

2. POST: SENIOR INSPECTOR OF SCHOOLS (1 Post)

REF: DSC 2/2012

Salary Scale: U3

Reports to: Principal Inspector of Schools

Responsible for: Inspector of Schools 

Job Purpose:

To inspect and support the enforcement of quality educational standards.

Key Outputs:

i. School inspection undertaken and reports prepared;

ii. Monitoring and evaluation reports prepared;

iii. Teacher/ staff development programmes conducted;

iv. Technical support and guidance to educational institutions tendered;

v. Collaboration with key stakeholders promoted;

vi. Co-curricular activities coordinated;

vii. Educational policies interpreted and disseminated to stakeholders;

viii. County school inspectors supervised; and

ix. Approval of private education providers done.

Person Specifications

(i) Qualifications:

• Should hold an Honours Bachelors Degree with Education from a recognized university or institution.

• A post graduate Diploma in Education planning and Management.

(ii) Experience:

At least three (3) years working experience in the teaching profession and education management as Education Officer 

DEPARTMENT: FINANCE

3. POST: SENIOR ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (1 Post)

REF: DSC 3/2012

Salary Scale: U5

Reports to: Accountant

Responsible for: Accounts Assistant 

Job Purpose:

To perform basic accounting processes involving preparing books of accounts and keeping custody of accounting transaction records.

Key outputs:

i. Custody for accounting records and documents provided;

ii. Deferred tax payments and returns processed and records kept;

iii. Financial transactions, cashbooks and subsidiary ledgers posted to General Ledger and books of accounts updated;

iv. Pay change report forms prepared and payroll transaction reports reconciled;

v. Transactions entered into the commitment control register;

vi. Custody of cash and imprest provided and payments effected; and

vii. Draft monthly reconciliation reports prepared.

Person specification:

(i) Qualifications

A minimum of a Diploma in Accounting or Financial Management or Business Studies/Administration from a recognised awarding Institution.

Or A Pre-professional Accounting Qualification (ATC or CAT) awarded from recognised Institution and accredited by the Institute of Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU).

(ii) Experience

At least 3 years of working experience as an Accounts Assistant in public or a reputable organisation.

DEPARTMENT: FINANCE

4. POST: SUB-ACCOUNTANT (2 Posts)

REF: DSC 4/2012

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Salary Scale: U7

Reports to: Senior Accounts Assistant

Job Purpose:

To perform routine accounting activities involving data entry, financial records keeping, sorting and verifying documentations.

Key outputs:

i. Vouchers prepared;

ii. Invoice numbers assigned to transactions for further processing;

iii. Data recorded and captured on the system;

iv. Information provided on Electronic Fund Transfer and payments executed to Beneficiaries;

v. Payment advice form prepared and returns compiled; and

vi. Vote books and subsidiary ledgers posted.

Person specification:

(i) Qualifications

A minimum of a Diploma with a bias either in Accounting or, Financial Management or, Business Studies/Administration with Accounting and/or Financial Management as a subject obtained from a recognised awarding Institution.

OR Full A Pre-professional Qualification in Accounting Qualification (ATC or CAT) awarded from recognized Institution.

DEPARTMENT: HEALTH

5. POST: PORTER (1 Post)

REF: DSC 5/2012

Job Title: Porter

Salary Scale: U8

Reports to: Office Superintendent

Job Purpose:

To provide a clean environment within the organization.

Key Outputs:

i. Clean environment maintained.

ii. Compound cleaned.

Person Specifications

(i) Qualifications

O’ Level Certificate

DEPARTMENT: HEALTH

6. POST: ASKARI (1 Post)

REF: DSC 6/2012

Salary Scale: U8

Reports to: Office Superintendent

Job Purpose:

To provide security services to the organization.

Key Outputs:

i. Premises checked and properly locked at the close of the day;

ii. Suspects apprehended and questioned for proper identification;

iii. Visitors directed to the reception for more information;

iv. Theft cases reported and reports prepared to the authorities;

v. Premises patrolled to ensure maximum security;

vi. Security of government vehicles ensured; and

vii. Security at important entry points kept.

Person Specifications:

(i) Qualifications O’ Level Certificate with a training in Security.Tel: (+256) - 4143402963

www.towerreseources.co.uk


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02 September 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology, a public tertiary and a renowned training institution, in Information and Communications Technology, seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies:

Posts
1. ASSISTANT ACADEMIC REGISTRAR (UICT Scale 4) Number of posts:1
2. SENIOR LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT (UICT SCALE 4) Number of posts: 1
3. ASSISTANT LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT & MANAGENT (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 8
4. ESTATES OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 1
5. ASSISTANT BURSAR - (UICT Scale 5) Number of posts: 1
6. PROCUREMENT OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of posts: 1
7. ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 8) Number of posts: 1
8. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (UICT SCALE 6) Number of posts: 3
9. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – (UICT scale 7) Number of posts: 2
10. MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN – (UICT Scale 7) Number of posts: 1
11. SECRETARY - (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 3
12. LIBRARY ASSISTANT – (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 2
13. RECEPTIONISTS (HOSTEL/OFFICE) - (UICT SCALE 09) Number of Posts: 4
14. LABORATORY ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts: 3
15. HANDYMAN –( UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts:1
16. RECORDS ASSISTANT (Scale 9) Number of posts: 2

RELEVANT FIELDS FOR TEACHING STAFF (Senior and Assistant Lecturers)
a) Relevant fields for ICT Department include:
T elecommunications, Electronics, Information
Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering and related field
b) Relevant fields for Management Department
include:
Social Sciences, Business Administration,
Accounts and Financial Management,
Economics, Procurement, Project Planning,
Records and Information Management,
Librarianship, Human Resources and related fields.
Detailed job descriptions and specifications are in the news & events section at our website at:
http://www.uict.ac.ug  OR check with the office of the Institute Secretary at the Institute.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS
Successful candidates will sign a 5-year renewable contract with the Institute.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit written applications with CV and copies of testimonials, certificates and transcripts to:
The Principal, Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology,
Plot 9 – 21 Port Bell Road, Nakawa,
P. O. Box 7187, Kampala. Tel: 041 – 4505384.
E-mail: info@uict.ac.ug
Applications should be submitted by
Monday, July 25, 2011
We thank all applicants for responding to our advertisement but we can only respond to short-listed candidates. Therefore, if you are not contacted by September 30, 2011, consider your application unsuccessful.


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16 August 2011
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Vacancy announcement

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology, a public tertiary and a renowned training institution, in Information and Communications Technology, seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies:

Posts
1. ASSISTANT ACADEMIC REGISTRAR (UICT Scale 4) Number of posts:1
2. SENIOR LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT (UICT SCALE 4) Number of posts: 1
3. ASSISTANT LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT & MANAGENT (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 8
4. ESTATES OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 1
5. ASSISTANT BURSAR - (UICT Scale 5) Number of posts: 1
6. PROCUREMENT OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of posts: 1
7. ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 8) Number of posts: 1
8. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (UICT SCALE 6) Number of posts: 3
9. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – (UICT scale 7) Number of posts: 2
10. MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN – (UICT Scale 7) Number of posts: 1
11. SECRETARY - (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 3
12. LIBRARY ASSISTANT – (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 2
13. RECEPTIONISTS (HOSTEL/OFFICE) - (UICT SCALE 09) Number of Posts: 4
14. LABORATORY ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts: 3
15. HANDYMAN –( UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts:1
16. RECORDS ASSISTANT (Scale 9) Number of posts: 2

RELEVANT FIELDS FOR TEACHING STAFF (Senior and Assistant Lecturers)
a) Relevant fields for ICT Department include:
T elecommunications, Electronics, Information
Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering and related field
b) Relevant fields for Management Department
include:
Social Sciences, Business Administration,
Accounts and Financial Management,
Economics, Procurement, Project Planning,
Records and Information Management,
Librarianship, Human Resources and related fields.
Detailed job descriptions and specifications are in the news & events section at our website at:
http://www.uict.ac.ug  OR check with the office of the Institute Secretary at the Institute.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS
Successful candidates will sign a 5-year renewable contract with the Institute.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit written applications with CV and copies of testimonials, certificates and transcripts to:
The Principal, Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology,
Plot 9 – 21 Port Bell Road, Nakawa,
P. O. Box 7187, Kampala. Tel: 041 – 4505384.
E-mail: info@uict.ac.ug
Applications should be submitted by
Monday, July 25, 2011
We thank all applicants for responding to our advertisement but we can only respond to short-listed candidates. Therefore, if you are not contacted by September 30, 2011, consider your application unsuccessful.


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Vacancy Announcement

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology, a public tertiary and a renowned training institution, in Information and Communications Technology, seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies:

Posts
1. ASSISTANT ACADEMIC REGISTRAR (UICT Scale 4) Number of posts:1
2. SENIOR LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT (UICT SCALE 4) Number of posts: 1
3. ASSISTANT LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT & MANAGENT (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 8
4. ESTATES OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 1
5. ASSISTANT BURSAR - (UICT Scale 5) Number of posts: 1
6. PROCUREMENT OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of posts: 1
7. ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 8) Number of posts: 1
8. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (UICT SCALE 6) Number of posts: 3
9. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – (UICT scale 7) Number of posts: 2
10. MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN – (UICT Scale 7) Number of posts: 1
11. SECRETARY - (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 3
12. LIBRARY ASSISTANT – (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 2
13. RECEPTIONISTS (HOSTEL/OFFICE) - (UICT SCALE 09) Number of Posts: 4
14. LABORATORY ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts: 3
15. HANDYMAN –( UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts:1
16. RECORDS ASSISTANT (Scale 9) Number of posts: 2

RELEVANT FIELDS FOR TEACHING STAFF (Senior and Assistant Lecturers)
a) Relevant fields for ICT Department include:
T elecommunications, Electronics, Information
Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering and related field
b) Relevant fields for Management Department
include:
Social Sciences, Business Administration,
Accounts and Financial Management,
Economics, Procurement, Project Planning,
Records and Information Management,
Librarianship, Human Resources and related fields.
Detailed job descriptions and specifications are in the news & events section at our website at:
http://www.uict.ac.ug  OR check with the office of the Institute Secretary at the Institute.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS
Successful candidates will sign a 5-year renewable contract with the Institute.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit written applications with CV and copies of testimonials, certificates and transcripts to:
The Principal, Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology,
Plot 9 – 21 Port Bell Road, Nakawa,
P. O. Box 7187, Kampala. Tel: 041 – 4505384.
E-mail: info@uict.ac.ug
Applications should be submitted by
Monday, July 25, 2011
We thank all applicants for responding to our advertisement but we can only respond to short-listed candidates. Therefore, if you are not contacted by September 30, 2011, consider your application unsuccessful.


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10 August 2011
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Vacancy announcement

MU-JHU Care Ltd
MU-JHU Research Collaboration
Upper Mulago Hill, Mulago Hospital
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Procurement Manager (1 Position)

Introduction:
MU-JHU Care Ltd – MU-JHU Research Collaboration is currently seeking any, competent and high caliber individual with the described qualifications to apply for the Procurement Manager position:

This person will have the following duties and responsibilities:
-Responsible for the procurement of supplies through the development and implementation of strategic supply plans and the management of supplier relationship to improve purchasing transactions within the established project specified time frame.

-Other areas of responsibility will include price negotiation, planning, inventory control, and quality control.
-Negotiating and Administration of purchasing contracts and service agreements

-Effective proactive liaison with user departments as necessary to forecast, and determine re-order levels
-Outsourcing strategy/development/ management and payment terms negotiation
-Documented and updated records on procurement activities, plans and Disposal.

-Ensure effective contract implementation and delivery within contract specified time lines.
-Responsible for ensuring that orders are procured and available to the end users within the established project specified time frame.

-Solicit for quotations for the project’s supplies/ equipment requirements both locally and internationally including Internet searches.
-Establish and or renew maintenance contracts for all the project equipment and ensure that these contracts are timely implemented.
-Ensure that disposal procedures for equipment are followed.

-Compile and maintain approved suppliers’ log for both local and foreign suppliers.
-Generate timely management reports for purchases, issues and balances of each stock item and any reports as required by management.

Required Qualifications and Experience
-Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Procurement, Supply and Logistics from a reputable institution of higher learning
-A recognized professional qualification like CIPS

-At least a minimum of 4-5 years’ work experience in Procurement, Stores and logistics, preferably in a health related Research Organization
-Demonstrated experience in the procurement of laboratory supplies and technical medical equipment will have an added advantage.

-Knowledge of supplies/stock management software especially Microsoft Dynamics NAVISION will be an added advantage.
-Skills and experience in procurement & Supply chain management

-Possess efficient managerial skills, analytical skills, have good negotiating skills and have good information about the product services.
-Able to work independently, demonstrating good judgment
-Excellent communication and computer skills

-Good interpersonal relationships
-Highly organized, detail-oriented and selfmotivated.
-Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
-Ability to work on own initiative.

Following qualifications and experience;
A Diploma in Procurement & Supply Chain Management and/or a professional qualification like CIPS would be an added advantage.

Application letters, updated CV, contacts of 3 referees and copies of academic certificates including daytime telephone contact, can be posted, hand delivered to the following address:

The Human Resource Manager,
MU-JHU Care Ltd,
Upper Mulago Hill Road,
Mulago Hospital
P. O. Box 23491, Kampala - Uganda

Note: Closing date for receiving applications is 19th August 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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03 August 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology, a public tertiary and a renowned training institution, in Information and Communications Technology, seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies:

Posts
1. ASSISTANT ACADEMIC REGISTRAR (UICT Scale 4) Number of posts:1
2. SENIOR LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT (UICT SCALE 4) Number of posts: 1
3. ASSISTANT LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT & MANAGENT (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 8
4. ESTATES OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 1
5. ASSISTANT BURSAR - (UICT Scale 5) Number of posts: 1
6. PROCUREMENT OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of posts: 1
7. ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 8) Number of posts: 1
8. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (UICT SCALE 6) Number of posts: 3
9. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – (UICT scale 7) Number of posts: 2
10. MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN – (UICT Scale 7) Number of posts: 1
11. SECRETARY - (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 3
12. LIBRARY ASSISTANT – (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 2
13. RECEPTIONISTS (HOSTEL/OFFICE) - (UICT SCALE 09) Number of Posts: 4
14. LABORATORY ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts: 3
15. HANDYMAN –( UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts:1
16. RECORDS ASSISTANT (Scale 9) Number of posts: 2

RELEVANT FIELDS FOR TEACHING STAFF (Senior and Assistant Lecturers)
a) Relevant fields for ICT Department include:
T elecommunications, Electronics, Information
Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering and related field
b) Relevant fields for Management Department
include:
Social Sciences, Business Administration,
Accounts and Financial Management,
Economics, Procurement, Project Planning,
Records and Information Management,
Librarianship, Human Resources and related fields.
Detailed job descriptions and specifications are in the news & events section at our website at:
http://www.uict.ac.ug  OR check with the office of the Institute Secretary at the Institute.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS
Successful candidates will sign a 5-year renewable contract with the Institute.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit written applications with CV and copies of testimonials, certificates and transcripts to:
The Principal, Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology,
Plot 9 – 21 Port Bell Road, Nakawa,
P. O. Box 7187, Kampala. Tel: 041 – 4505384.
E-mail: info@uict.ac.ug
Applications should be submitted by
Monday, July 25, 2011
We thank all applicants for responding to our advertisement but we can only respond to short-listed candidates. Therefore, if you are not contacted by September 30, 2011, consider your application unsuccessful.


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15 July 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT ADVISORS (3)
Duty Stations: Arua, Fort Portal and Mbale


BACKGROUND:
SNV is an international development organisation, created as a foundation in the Netherlands in 1963. We currently work in 32 countries in the world, most of them in Africa. SNV started working in Uganda in 1989. At present we work mainly in West Nile, Central, Rwenzori and North East regions. In partnership with Ugandan partners, UNICEF and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, SNV is implementing a Community Empowerment Programme with the following  objectives:

Increased productivity and incomes at household level

Improved food security: availability and access to quality food

Increased access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene at community and household levels

Improved quality of education at primary level through effective participation of parents in school gardens.


The initial programme focus will be in 750 schools and communities in the districts of Arua, Nebbi, Nwoya, Lira Soroti Bundibugyo, Kyenjojo and Kasese.

We are looking for competent, motivated, result-oriented individuals to fill the available vacancies.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The advisor will work in the SNV team to facilitate the implementation of the program together with all stakeholders.


The advisors will promote sustainable agriculture, using school gardens as an entry point. The advisor will work closely with the SNV WASH team to implement the programme.


MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitate stakeholder engagements that bring together communities, local governments, economic actors and school administration to develop school gardens and other community empowerment solutions.


Facilitate the design and set up of good agriculture practice demonstration gardens in selected schools.

Facilitate the use of these demonstration sites to build the capacity of communities on innovative agronomy practices for increased household food security  Facilitate increased collective marketing by functional farmer economic groups.


Facilitate increased communities' access to quality extension services such as water supply, household sanitation and hygiene improvements, increase of house hold income Contribute to periodic research and data collection initiatives Build the capacity of local service providers to deliver the program objectives
Document interesting results and lessons learnt, including the process followed, identifying key success factors for scaling-up and the support supplied by SNV and UNICEF, and present study and research findings at relevant forums.


EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
A. Education and work experience:
Master’s degree in Economics, Agriculture, Development Studies or equivalent.


Additional qualifications in value chain development or agronomy will be an added advantage.


Practical and demonstrable past experience implementing agriculture interventions at community level.

Practical experience in promoting farmer-friendly extension models such as farm field schools and other methodologies.


Proven knowledge and experience in facilitation of Multi- Stakeholder Platforms; producer group strengthening, good governance; social inclusion, gender;

Excellent teamwork, coaching and communication skills

At least 5 years of working experience preferably of which at least 3 years in a development organization that has been actively involved in livelihoods development.

Knowledge on WASH will be an added advantage Desired Start date: 1 September, 2011

Information for Application:

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Please send your application letter and a brief CV (in English) by email to Doreen Kirungi (dkirungi@snvworld.org ) before 5.00 pm on 25th July, 2011 with an indication of your preferred duty station.


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13 July 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in the USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. STRIDES for Family Health, one of MSH’s Projects in Uganda has a mandate to strengthen the capacity of health systems in fifteen (15) selected districts.

STRIDES now invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions:

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Specialist- based in Kampala


The CSR Specialist is responsible for providing support to increase and improve linkages between the STRIDES project and the private sector and ensuring that companies have a stake in contributing to the good health and well-being of their communities. S/he will explore CSR partnership and funding opportunities with private sector companies and identify mutual areas for support and/or collaboration.


S/he will develop the identified areas for partnerships into concepts and eventually into fundable projects, and monitors the implementation of such projects while providing regular feedback to STRIDES and the collaborating company on the results of the project. S/he performs a full range of programmatic, financial management, planning and monitoring functions which are critical to the smooth operation of the CSR private sector initiative. S/he will also manage the smooth fl ow of communication between the companies and STRIDES, and set up a system for recording relevant CSR contributions from collaborating companies in compliance with the applicable USAID regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Standards.


Qualifications:
1) Degree in Business Administration or other relevant field.
2) At least five years work experience in resource mobilization and proposal development.
3) Strong analytical, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
4) Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse set of corporate companies, senior managers, and project partners.


All applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Partner – MSH,
Plot 15 Princess Anne Drive, P. O. Box 71419,
Kampala.
Or email to: HRUG@msh.org
Deadline for submission: Friday, July 22, 2011.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but can only acknowledge shortlisted candidates.


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Vacancy Announcement

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in the USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. STRIDES for Family Health, one of MSH’s Projects in Uganda has a mandate to strengthen the capacity of health systems in fifteen (15) selected districts.

STRIDES now invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions:

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Specialist- based in Kampala


The CSR Specialist is responsible for providing support to increase and improve linkages between the STRIDES project and the private sector and ensuring that companies have a stake in contributing to the good health and well-being of their communities. S/he will explore CSR partnership and funding opportunities with private sector companies and identify mutual areas for support and/or collaboration.


S/he will develop the identified areas for partnerships into concepts and eventually into fundable projects, and monitors the implementation of such projects while providing regular feedback to STRIDES and the collaborating company on the results of the project. S/he performs a full range of programmatic, financial management, planning and monitoring functions which are critical to the smooth operation of the CSR private sector initiative. S/he will also manage the smooth fl ow of communication between the companies and STRIDES, and set up a system for recording relevant CSR contributions from collaborating companies in compliance with the applicable USAID regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Standards.


Qualifications:
1) Degree in Business Administration or other relevant field.
2) At least five years work experience in resource mobilization and proposal development.
3) Strong analytical, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
4) Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse set of corporate companies, senior managers, and project partners.


All applications should be addressed to:
The Human Resources Partner – MSH,
Plot 15 Princess Anne Drive, P. O. Box 71419,
Kampala.
Or email to: HRUG@msh.org
Deadline for submission: Friday, July 22, 2011.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but can only acknowledge shortlisted candidates.


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07 July 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology, a public tertiary and a renowned training institution, in Information and Communications Technology, seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies:

Posts
1. ASSISTANT ACADEMIC REGISTRAR (UICT Scale 4) Number of posts:1
2. SENIOR LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT (UICT SCALE 4) Number of posts: 1
3. ASSISTANT LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT & MANAGENT (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 8
4. ESTATES OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 1
5. ASSISTANT BURSAR - (UICT Scale 5) Number of posts: 1
6. PROCUREMENT OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of posts: 1
7. ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 8) Number of posts: 1
8. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (UICT SCALE 6) Number of posts: 3
9. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – (UICT scale 7) Number of posts: 2
10. MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN – (UICT Scale 7) Number of posts: 1
11. SECRETARY - (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 3
12. LIBRARY ASSISTANT – (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 2
13. RECEPTIONISTS (HOSTEL/OFFICE) - (UICT SCALE 09) Number of Posts: 4
14. LABORATORY ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts: 3
15. HANDYMAN –( UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts:1
16. RECORDS ASSISTANT (Scale 9) Number of posts: 2

RELEVANT FIELDS FOR TEACHING STAFF (Senior and Assistant Lecturers)
a) Relevant fields for ICT Department include:
T elecommunications, Electronics, Information
Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering and related field
b) Relevant fields for Management Department
include:
Social Sciences, Business Administration,
Accounts and Financial Management,
Economics, Procurement, Project Planning,
Records and Information Management,
Librarianship, Human Resources and related fields.
Detailed job descriptions and specifications are in the news & events section at our website at:
http://www.uict.ac.ug  OR check with the office of the Institute Secretary at the Institute.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS
Successful candidates will sign a 5-year renewable contract with the Institute.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit written applications with CV and copies of testimonials, certificates and transcripts to:
The Principal, Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology,
Plot 9 – 21 Port Bell Road, Nakawa,
P. O. Box 7187, Kampala. Tel: 041 – 4505384.
E-mail: info@uict.ac.ug
Applications should be submitted by
Monday, July 25, 2011
We thank all applicants for responding to our advertisement but we can only respond to short-listed candidates. Therefore, if you are not contacted by September 30, 2011, consider your application unsuccessful.


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30 June 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology

Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology, a public tertiary and a renowned training institution, in Information and Communications Technology, seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies:

Posts
1. ASSISTANT ACADEMIC REGISTRAR (UICT Scale 4) Number of posts:1
2. SENIOR LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT (UICT SCALE 4) Number of posts: 1
3. ASSISTANT LECTURER – DEPT OF ICT & MANAGENT (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 8
4. ESTATES OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of Posts: 1
5. ASSISTANT BURSAR - (UICT Scale 5) Number of posts: 1
6. PROCUREMENT OFFICER - (UICT Scale 6) Number of posts: 1
7. ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 8) Number of posts: 1
8. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (UICT SCALE 6) Number of posts: 3
9. LABORATORY TECHNICIAN – (UICT scale 7) Number of posts: 2
10. MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN – (UICT Scale 7) Number of posts: 1
11. SECRETARY - (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 3
12. LIBRARY ASSISTANT – (UICT SCALE 8) Number of Posts: 2
13. RECEPTIONISTS (HOSTEL/OFFICE) - (UICT SCALE 09) Number of Posts: 4
14. LABORATORY ASSISTANT (UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts: 3
15. HANDYMAN –( UICT SCALE 9) Number of posts:1
16. RECORDS ASSISTANT (Scale 9) Number of posts: 2

RELEVANT FIELDS FOR TEACHING STAFF (Senior and Assistant Lecturers)
a) Relevant fields for ICT Department include:
T elecommunications, Electronics, Information
Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering and related field
b) Relevant fields for Management Department
include:
Social Sciences, Business Administration,
Accounts and Financial Management,
Economics, Procurement, Project Planning,
Records and Information Management,
Librarianship, Human Resources and related fields.
Detailed job descriptions and specifications are in the news & events section at our website at:
http://www.uict.ac.ug  OR check with the office of the Institute Secretary at the Institute.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS
Successful candidates will sign a 5-year renewable contract with the Institute.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit written applications with CV and copies of testimonials, certificates and transcripts to:
The Principal, Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology,
Plot 9 – 21 Port Bell Road, Nakawa,
P. O. Box 7187, Kampala. Tel: 041 – 4505384.
E-mail: info@uict.ac.ug
Applications should be submitted by
Monday, July 25, 2011
We thank all applicants for responding to our advertisement but we can only respond to short-listed candidates. Therefore, if you are not contacted by September 30, 2011, consider your application unsuccessful.


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29 May 2011
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Finnish Refugee Council-Vacancy announcement

Finnish Refugee Council (FRC) has been in Uganda since 1997 as operational partner to UNHCR. Currently FRC has adult education projects for refugees in 3 settlements and in Kampala.
FRC seeks Ugandans for a junior post of Small-scale Business Trainer

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

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

Duty station:
Kyangwali Refugee Settlement 85 km from Hoima.

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

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


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11 May 2011
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Vacancy announcement

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07 May 2011
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CORRECTION: - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

UGANDA AIR CARGO CORPORATION (UACC)

CORRECTION: - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT


This serves to correct our earlier vacancy announcement that ran in the New Vision of Monday 18th April, 2011.

JOB TITLE: CAPTAINS AND FIRST OFFICERS
REF. NO: UAC/501
VACANCIES: 06

REQUIREMENTS


1. Y-12 IV AIRCRAFT

Captains (Experienced on Type)
Total Flying Time: 1500 hrs
Total in Command (P1): 500 hrs
Total on Type: 300 hrs
First Officers
At least 300 hours with Multi Engine and Instrument Rating
from a recognized ATO.

2. LOCKHEED HERCULES L100-30 CARGO AIRCRAFT C-130)
Captains (Experienced on Type)
Total Flying Time: 6000 hrs
Total in Command (P1): 2000 hrs
Total on Type: 1000 hrs
First Officers
Total Number of Hours: 2500 hrs or
Total Civil Jet/Turboprop Hours: 500 hrs


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16 March 2011
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UNFPA Vacancy Announcement

Position of Program Associate-RH at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Uganda.

Are you passionate about advancing Reproductive Health and Rights, Gender Equality, and Population & Development? Are you ready for the challenge?

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is looking for professionals with management and substantive experience in advancing development programs in the area of Reproductive Health in its 2010-2014 country Programme.

You will be part of a dynamic effort in Assisting UNFPA in leading on advice and support to the Government of Uganda, National Alliances and Networks in Civil Society, Cultural and Faith based organizations.

You will need 3-5 years of proven experience in programme/project management in the public or private sector, Subscribing to the values of the United Nations is essential and knowledge about how the United Nations works will be an advantage.

You will be someone who is a self starter, able to see through initiatives and bring energy, drive, ideas and innovation to the work of UNFPA in Uganda. You will be a person who works well in a multi disciplinary setting, across different sectors and management levels. You should have a track record of achieving results, a believer in teamwork and a strong communicator.

You will be skilled in partnership and networking, including with the media.

A full job description of the post can be accessed on the website http://uganda.unfpa.org

Email applications

1. Should be sent to vacancyug@unfpa.org

2. Applications should be less than 10MB. (This includes the Cover letter and the P11 Form).

3. The subject of the email should clearly reflect the position you are applying for and include your full names.

Deadline for applications: 25th March, 2011.

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

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


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01 March 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

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25 January 2011
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Vacancy Announcement

The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda Limited, an organization contributing to a process of restoring hope and improving the quality of life of persons and communities affected by HIV/AIDS, is seeking the services of highly skilled, experienced and motivated person to fi ll the following positions;

JOB TITLE: LABORATORY SUPPORT OFFICER (1)
Duty Station: TASO HQ
Reports to: Director Program Management
Directly supervises: None
Functionally Supervises: Laboratory Technicians at TASO Centres

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To supervise, coordinate and administer provision of laboratory services, and to provide related technical support to TASO service centres.

KEY OUTPUTS
• Centre laboratory technicians supervised and supported
• Protocols on laboratory procedures and standards observed and maintained.
• Budgets and forecasts for centrally purchased laboratory reagents and other laboratory supplies and equipment prepared
• Laboratories at TASO centres regularly inspected
• Functionality of laboratory equipment at the centres monitored
• Staff capacity developed
• Support supervision provided to service centres

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate in planning and budgeting for the medical department
• Develop, implement and evaluate quality assurance and quality control programs in laboratory services, and effect necessary corrective action
• Develop and operationalize disposal policies and procedures for chemicals and other hazardous wastes, that meet environmental health standards
• Ensure adherence to TASO acceptable algorithms in HIV screening processes
• Make specifications of required HIV test kits and other laboratory supplies and reagents to be procured, and carry out verifications of the supplies and reagents delivered
• Monitor functionality of laboratory equipment at the centres on a regular basis
• Develop and operationalize preventive maintenance protocols for laboratory equipment
• Arrange for the building of staff capacity to maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment
• Provide support supervision and technical guidance to laboratory technicians
• Participate in the recruitment of laboratory staff.
• Make regular reports to the Director Program Management
• Prepare and/or oversee the purchase, preparation and dispensing of prescription medications to patients or medical practitioners including decisions regarding generic substitution of prescribed pharmaceuticals

REQUIRED ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Applicants must have registered with the medical council
• Applicants must be willing to have their certifi cates validated by the awarding institution
Additional Training Necessary: Training in Supervisory Management
Minimum Experience and Exposure: 4 years work experience in laboratory technology Special Knowledge: Laboratory diagnosis techniques, Basic facts about HIV/AIDS, HIV/AIDS Care policies and procedures
Key Skills: Computer, Stores management, Counseling, Effective communication
Other Qualities/Attributes; Integrity, Confi dentiality, Team work, Integrity, Patience

2. TITLE: PROGRAMME OFFICER M & E AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
Department: Monitoring and Evaluation/PSI- HQ
Reports to: Team Leader Planning & Strategic Information (PSI)
Main Purpose of the Job
To carry out monitoring and evaluation of TASO programs, as well as an independent appraisal of the quality of service delivery and the effectiveness of the standards and procedures by which TASO programmes are managed

KEY OUTPUTS
• Monitoring & Evaluation systems developed
• Monitoring and Evaluation tools and feed back mechanisms developed
• TASO program progress reports consolidated
• TASO programs effectively monitored and evaluated
• Programme Audit plans and checklists prepared
• Programme Audit exercises carried out, and reports compiled and submitted
• Risk assessment carried out

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate in designing and updating systems for monitoring and evaluation of TASO programs
• Participate in the setting of indicators for the monitoring and evaluation of TASO programs
• Prepare periodic program audit plans
• Prepare check-lists for conducting programme audit exercises
• In conjunction with the line managers, monitor the implementation of programs and attainment of the targets specifi ed in the TASO strategic and work plans
• Evaluate the implementation of programs and recommend appropriate actions
• Prepare periodic monitoring and evaluation reports
• Carry out programme audit exercises
• Document audit fi ndings and follow-up actions thereafter
• Identify factors hindering adherence to service delivery policies, guidelines and quality assurance strategy and recommend corrective action to management
• Carry out risk assessment for TASO in areas of programme delivery
• Review all programme reports to identify bottlenecks to quality service delivery
• Participate in the provision of training and technical support to service delivery units on issues of adherence to the policies and guide lines relating to programmatic work
• Participate in conducting Monitoring and Evaluation training workshops at TASO
• Consolidate and integrate annual reports and other special reports and draw out salient issues and action areas for necessary action by the relevant staff
• Participate in the documentation of TASO best practices for publication

Academic Qualifications: Degree in Social Sciences or related discipline
Additional Training Necessary: Development of Monitoring and
Evaluation tools Minimum Experience and Exposure: 4 years in Monitoring and
Evaluation
Special Knowledge: M&E tools, methods and approaches,
Basic facts about HIV/AIDS, TASO strategic and annual Plans,
Programme Management and identification of gaps, Programme
Monitoring and Evaluation
Key Skills: MS Office suite and statistical packages used at TASO,
Report writing, Communication and Training, Strong interpersonal, Strategic and analytical skills
Other Qualities/Attributes: Self driven, Ability to work effectively in a team, Innovativeness and creativity, Neutrality, Confi dentiality, Persuasive, Objective

3. JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
OFFICER (4)
Duty station: Mbarara, Gulu, Rukungiri and Mulago
Reports to: Information Management Officer
Directly Supervises: Data entry clerks and Records Clerks

Main Purpose of the Job: Assist the Information Management Officer to ensure proper management of data and information systems at the Centre
Key Outputs: Data routinely validated and cleaned, Data entry supervised, Data backup ensured

Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Effectively deputize the Information Management Offi cer
• Spearhead the sorting process of physical fi les before entry into computers
• Ensure timely entry of quality data by the Data Entry Clerks
• Carry out routine entry of service centre data
• Do routine data cleaning and validation
• Carry out routine data analysis and reporting
• Make daily data backups
• Provide technical support to data entry clerks and Records Clerks
• Monitor to ensure proper usage and smooth running of all information systems at the centre
• Effectively participate in service centre surveys and operational research
• Offer technical support and training to data collectors and other end-users
• Ensure proper usage and maintenance of ICT equipment at the service centre
Academic Qualifications: Degree in Statistics, Quantitative Economics or Computer Science, Information Technology
Minimum Experience and Exposure: 2 years in Data Management preferably in health related work

Special Knowledge:
• TASO policy on data management
• Ethical issues in data management
• Rights of PLWHAs

Key Skills; ICT Skills, Data Management Skills, Communication
Skills, Analytical skills, Interpersonal Skills, Computer Skills (especially Statistical and database packages, and programming)
Other Qualities/Attributes; Accuracy/Thoroughness, Integrity, Confidentiality
Only interested candidates who satisfy all the above requirements should apply, enclosing a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and at least two referees, Please indicate your physical address, telephone numbers,
E-mail and specify the position applied for on the top right corner of the envelope.

Please Staple Firmly Your Documents Together.
Please forward your applications to:

Director Human Resource & Administration
P.O. BOX 10443, KAMPALA.
“OR hand deliver at TASO HQ level II, located at Old Mulago hospital”
CLOSING DATE: 4th February 2011


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BPO training announcement shortlisted applicants

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21 December 2010
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Vacancy Announcement

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  The New Vision jobs portal Jobs HomeContact usHome National Council for ChildrenVacancy AnnouncementProgramme Officer- Monitoring and Evaluation at National Council for Children (NCC) Posted On:
Closing On:Monday, 20 December 2010
Tuesday, 11 January 2011Category:
   Duration:
Job Description:Preferred Skills: National Council for Children (NCC) is a Statutory body that was established by Act of Parliament

(National Council for Children Act, CAP 60) in 1996. Its mandate is “to provide a structure and mechanism which will ensure proper coordination, monitoring and evaluation of all policies and programmes relating to the survival, protection, development and participation of the child and for other connected matters”. NCC is hereby inviting applications from qualified Ugandans to fill the following position immediately:

 

Job Title: Programme Officer- Monitoring and Evaluation

Reports to: The Deputy Secretary General

Duration: 3 yrs renewable

 

Main purpose of the position:

• Conduct surveys in areas of NCC objectives and goals to facilitate decision making in the areas of Child Survival, Development, Protection and Participation.

• Monitoring and evaluation of Child Survival, Development, Protection and Participation activities.

 

Key outputs:

• Review reports on the status of implementation and obstacles to implementation of NCC policies, programmes and activities.

• Advise on proper course of action to overcome implementation obstacles to the NCC activities.

 

Key functions and activities:

• In liaison with Programme Officer, Research, Planning and Policy, collect, analyze and disseminate information and data about children to relevant organizations for use in sector planning and implementation of programmes and projects and other activities.

 

• Monitor, assess and evaluate performance of activities and other initiatives undertaken by agencies to define opportunities, impact and adherence to objectives and goals of the Council.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Development Economics or related fields

• Post-graduate qualification in the field of Economic Planning, Statistics and Development Planning.

 

Experience:

Candidate must have a minimum of 5 years practical experience in monitoring and evaluation of activities/programmes in a national or international organization.

In addition the candidate should have;

• Analytical and interpersonal skills and ability to develop, monitoring and evaluation indicators related to child survival, development, protection and participation.

• Working experience in coordination, monitoring and evaluation of big programmes/projects

• Working experience related to implementation of child related activities and proposal writing skills

• Knowledge of computer applications is a must. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, copies of testimonials and certificates, current Curriculum Vitae, telephone contact and 3 referees to the address below, not later than January 11, 2011.

 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Send to: Secretary General

National Council for Children

Plot 1, George Street

P. O. Box 21456

Kampala, Uganda.

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02 November 2010
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External Vacancy Announcement Notice HRM

Plot 46, Windsor Crescent, Kololo, P. O. Box 33711 Kampala, Uganda Tel: 041-4233 665/ 031- 263 779, Fax: 041-4233 673 Email: msc@msc.co.ug

The Microfinance Support Centre Limited (MSC) is a Government of Uganda (GOU) owned company. MSC was incorporated in 2001 as a company limited by guarantee. It is the linchpin of GOU microcredit programmes under Rural Financial Services Strategy (RFSS).

The RFSS is a component of the Prosperity For All program [PFA].
MSC offers affordable financial services with a goal to maximize outreach and deliver demand driven credit. The credit is offered through loan funds and loan products that support the agricultural production value chain namely; production, value addition and marketing. The company also offers business development services with a goal to assist her clients upgrade their capacities to manage their businesses profitably.

In order to implement its role under the RFSS the company has adopted a decentralised approach to deliver financial services to all areas of Uganda. The company operates throughout the country with Zonal offices located in the following areas; Arua, Mbarara, Kabale, Masaka, Iganga, Mbale, Soroti, Moroto, Kabarole, Hoima, Gulu and Kampala.

The Company seeks to recruit suitable and competent personnel to fill the following vacant positions in its establishment.

1. FINANCIAL SERVICES OFFICER
,
LEVEL 5 - (2 Vacancies)
JOB PURPOSE: Promote the provision of financial services and capacity building initiatives to client Organisations in the zone. These positions are field based and are in upcountry zonal offices.
REPORTS TO: Senior Financial Services Officer (SFSO).

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Carry out appraisals for applying clients and recommend to the Senior Financial Services Officer for a credit decision;

2. Provide technical guidance/assistance to the contracted clients to use sound practices in their organisations;

3. Assist in promotion and dissemination of relevant information, procedures and guidelines about the Company to different stakeholders;

4. Compile monthly performance reports on clients under his/her areas of supervision for submission to Senior Financial Services Officer.

5. Participate in the collection of socio-economic data on selected clients of the partner organisations for purposes of assessing the impact of the Company on the target group.

6. Supervise contracted clients to abide by the agreed loan terms in the contract;

7. Prepare monthly work plans, budget and status report for the districts supervised;
8. Uphold Company's image in the public
9. Carry out any other duties and responsibilities that are assigned to him/her by the Senior Finance Services Officer.

10. Undertake identification of Institutions, capacity building needs and implement capacity building initiatives Person Specifications / competences:
The position requires the following minimum qualifications and Competences:
a) An honours Degree in Social Sciences, Microfinance, Statistics, Business Administration, Economics, Rural Economy, Commerce, Agriculture or any other related discipline from a recognised University;

b) At least 3 years working experience in Microfinance or credit delivery to MFIs, CBOs and SACCOs SMEs;
c) Ability to analyse and interpret financial statement;
d) Good interpersonal, communication and analyticalskills, dedicated and committed to work with the community under minimum supervision;
e) Must be computer literate in MS-Office;
f) A clean driving permit (Class B) will be of an added advantage.
g) Aged 30 -45 years and above.

2. ACCOUNTS FINANCIAL OFFICER (AFOs)
Level 5 - (04 Vacancies)
Working stations: Country side Zonal Offices.
JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for Zonal accounting function,
functional appraisal and capacity building of clients.
REPORTS TO: Senior finance services officer,

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Implement appropriate accounting, budgeting and budgetary controls at the zones.
2. Undertake analysis of clients Organisation reports for adequate guidance of the loan process.
3. Support the provision of capacity building to clients in financial matters.
4. Manage all imprest funds at the zones.
5. Maintains all the accounting records of the zones.
6. Oversee the procurement process at the zonal office.
7. Preparation and production of the Zonal budgets.
8. Produce budget variance report of the zones.
9. Manage the cost accounting function of the zones
10. Maintain zonal office loans and recoveries ledger
11. Maintain and regularly update the Zones Assets Register
12. Uphold the company's image
13. Participate in offering Technical Assistance and system development particularly in the areas of market and product development ,good governance, accounting, business planning, loan tracking and reporting Person Specifications / competences:

The position requires the following minimum qualifications and competences:
a) Degree in Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration with emphasis on accounting.
b) Level/Part II professional accounting qualifications in CPA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualifications will be of added advantage.
c) Experience in automated accounting systems will be an added advantage;
d) At least 3 years working experience in accounting with a reputable organisation preferably in the financial service industry;
e) A candidate must demonstrate practical knowledge in Accounting packages and public procurement.
f) Good interpersonal relations;
g) Good communication skills and a team player;
h) A clean driving permit at class B will be of an added advantage


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