Uganda Village Project (UVP) promotes public health and sustainable development in the rural communities of this marginalized district in southeast Uganda. As an international nonprofit organization, we work directly with community members, community based organizations (CBOs) and local government to utilize local knowledge and maximize community ownership. Our core program, "Healthy Villages," is an innovative, grassroots approach to addressing rural healthcare and public health in Uganda. Its goal is to improve the provision of healthcare and of preventative health education to underserved populations across rural Iganga District.

The Managing Director is the leader of UVP's staff in Uganda and ensures the programming, finances, human resources, and other Ugandan-side needs of the organization are being met. The Managing Director has the responsibility of trying to look ahead to foresee the organization's needs, and to see what areas need improvement or development. This is an opportunity to work with a young, small and flexible, vibrant organization that has been growing quickly.

Required skills and experience:

• Master's degree in Public Health, graduate degree in nonprofit management, or other Master's level degree (must be in a related field)

• Adaptability, creativity

• Strong leadership skills and experience

• Extensive (minimum 1 year) work or volunteer experience in a developing country or resource poor environment

• Experience in program management

• English fluency including superior communication skills (oral and written)

• Strong computer literacy, comfort with Microsoft Office programs, and ability to successfully use social networking websites to promote our activities. Experience with the Google for Business suite is a plus.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of partners and stakeholders

• Ability to balance and prioritize a variety of tasks concurrently

• Basic accounting skills for budget projections and financial record-keeping.

• Negotiation and conflict management skills

• High level of energy and commitment

• Experience with grant writing and program monitoring and evaluation are pluses.

This two-year contract position is located in a small town in Uganda with an equivalent moderate salary. In addition to the monthly stipend, the Managing Director receives housing, utilities, local health insurance, all visa/work permit costs, and some relocation expenses. We are looking for a candidate to start in late November 2014.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV/resume to the Executive Director at info@ugandavillageproject.org. You will be contacted if you are chosen for an interview.

The deadline is September 15th, 2014, but applicants will be interviewed on a rolling basis as applications are received.

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Q-Sourcing Ltd (QSL) is a human resource consulting and outsourcing company that provides client responsive management solutions.

Our client, a Commercial Bank in Uganda wishes to hire qualified persons who are experienced, self motivated and hardworking, to fill the positions of Managing Director

Reports to: Board of Directors

Job Location: Kampala Uganda

Job Reference: QSL/BANK/ MD/ 2012

Purpose of the job: This is an exceptional opportunity that calls for an experienced, innovative executive that will be responsible for the management of the Bank and shall exercise overall control and supervision of all activities of the Bank and achieve the strategic objectives.

Key Outputs:

Key Duties and Responsibilities include:

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements, please send and /or email your application and CV validating your suitability for the position. You should also include 3 referees, and photocopies of your academic and professional qualifications to the address below:

The Office Manager, Q-Sourcing Limited.

Plot 29, Bukoto Street, RO Box 12883, Tel: +256 414532060/76.

Email: office@qsourcing.com

All candidates from East African region that meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply.

Dead line for submission is 31st July 2012 NOTE: Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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MNSL plans to recruit Senior Managers and a Procurement Assistant with individuals who are capable of achieving excellence and delivery of service at the highest standard and enable it achieve its goals.

1. Managing Director :
The Managing Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company. S/he shall be responsible for providing strategic leadership to an energetic and well motivated team. S/he shall be responsible to the Board for formulating and implementing the Company’s vision, mission, strategy and goals. S/he shall be responsible for building the reputation and brand of the company, implement a structured risk management framework, company policies and procedures, develop and maintain a culture of compliance and accountability and ensure that the stadium achieves its goals to the satisfaction of all its key shareholders.

Key Competences
A Masters degree in Business Administration, leadership or other relevant disciplines;
• 5-10 years relevant experience in a Senior Management Position;
• Ability to inspire, lead, motivate and empower others towards the achievement of MNSL’s goals;
• Track record of demonstrated integrity and Honesty.

Apply to the Address below not later than May 15,2012
The Chairman Board of Directors Mandela National Stadium Ltd Plot No. 3391 P. 0. Box 24072, Kampala

NSSF is looking for a suitably qualified Ugandan to fill the vacant post of a DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR. The person should be highly motivated and experienced with outstanding leadership skills to provide high level assistance and advice to the MANAGING DIRECTOR. He will directly be responsible for Marketing, Human Resources and Administration functions in the Fund.

The Deputy MANAGING DIRECTOR will work closely with the MANAGING DIRECTOR and other members
of the Executive team in the strategic management of the NSSF.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deputize Managing Director on the overall management of the organization in line with the
organizations strategic plan.
• Lead and provide guidance and support with regards to all Human Resource activities.
• Responsible for the overall management of the administrative services of the Fund, including
property management, procurement and disposal of assets , general administration and transport and
fleet management services.
• Lead and manage the development and growth of the NSSF corporate brand, services and products

The preferred Candidate will possess the following ualifications and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Business Management, or any other relevant degree from a
recognized institution.

• Post graduate qualification / Masters Degree in Business Administration or a related subject. A
good exposure to pensions or investment related organization will be an added advantage.

• Minimum of 8 years experience at management level 5 years of which should be at Senior management level in a large financial services or related organization of international repute.

• Familiarity with the current global and local regulatory environment for investment funds as well as a
demonstrated ability to keep on top of developments in the pensions sector globally.

• He must be an effective communicator with excellent leadership and management skills. He must be
results-oriented with strong business development sense and the ability to interact with clients, senior
management and staff. He must be a creative problem-solver with the ability to build and manage
teams, delegate authority and develop employee talents.

Other Information:
This is a senior position and the terms and conditions of service are very attractive NSSF is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants who meet the person specifications are encouraged to apply

How to apply:
Ernst & Young has been contracted by NSSF to assist in the short listing process. If you feel you meet the
above requirements, please send your application to them enclosing a detailed curriculum vitae giving three referees and copies of academic and professional certificates/testimonials, postal address and daytime telephone contact quoting Ref. 080 to address: Ernst & Young, Executive Selection Division,18 Clement Hill Road. P. O. Box 7215, Kampala so as to reach them by Monday, 13th December, 2010

Canvassing is not allowed and will lead to disqualification.

Applications which will be received after the closing date will not be considered.

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NSSF is looking for a suitably qualified Ugandan to fill the vacant post of a DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR. The person should be highly motivated and experienced with outstanding leadership skills to provide high level assistance and advice to the MANAGING DIRECTOR. He will directly be responsible for Marketing, Human Resources and Administration functions in the Fund.

The Deputy MANAGING DIRECTOR will work closely with the MANAGING DIRECTOR and other members
of the Executive team in the strategic management of the NSSF.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deputize Managing Director on the overall management of the organization in line with the
organizations strategic plan.
• Lead and provide guidance and support with regards to all Human Resource activities.
• Responsible for the overall management of the administrative services of the Fund, including
property management, procurement and disposal of assets , general administration and transport and
fleet management services.
• Lead and manage the development and growth of the NSSF corporate brand, services and products

The preferred Candidate will possess the following ualifications and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Business Management, or any other relevant degree from a
recognized institution.

• Post graduate qualification / Masters Degree in Business Administration or a related subject. A
good exposure to pensions or investment related organization will be an added advantage.

• Minimum of 8 years experience at management level 5 years of which should be at Senior management level in a large financial services or related organization of international repute.

• Familiarity with the current global and local regulatory environment for investment funds as well as a
demonstrated ability to keep on top of developments in the pensions sector globally.

• He must be an effective communicator with excellent leadership and management skills. He must be
results-oriented with strong business development sense and the ability to interact with clients, senior
management and staff. He must be a creative problem-solver with the ability to build and manage
teams, delegate authority and develop employee talents.

Other Information:
This is a senior position and the terms and conditions of service are very attractive NSSF is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants who meet the person specifications are encouraged to apply

How to apply:
Ernst & Young has been contracted by NSSF to assist in the short listing process. If you feel you meet the
above requirements, please send your application to them enclosing a detailed curriculum vitae giving three referees and copies of academic and professional certificates/testimonials, postal address and daytime telephone contact quoting Ref. 080 to address: Ernst & Young, Executive Selection Division,18 Clement Hill Road. P. O. Box 7215, Kampala so as to reach them by Monday, 13th December, 2010

Canvassing is not allowed and will lead to disqualification.

Applications which will be received after the closing date will not be considered.

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