Project Manager Pneumonia Diagnostics - Malaria Consortium Uganda

Job Title  Project Manager Pneumonia Diagnostics
Organization Malaria Consortium
Country Uganda
City Kampala

Organisational Background
Malaria Consortium is an international
organisation dedicated to the control of malaria
and other communicable diseases throughout
Africa and South East Asia. Malaria Consortium
has country offices in seven countries
throughout Africa and three countries in Asia,
as well as implementing work in many more
African and Asian countries. The organisation
works closely with Ministries of Health and
other development and technical partners in
African and Asian countries at policy, strategy
and implementation levels. Malaria Consortium
is going to implement a two year grant to
carry out operational research on pneumonia
diagnostic tools in Cambodia, Ethiopia, Uganda
and South Sudan.
Malaria Consortium is seeking a qualified
Ugandan national to occupy the position of
Project Manager – Pneumonia Diagnostics
Project
Job Purpose:
To be responsible for the overall management,
coordination and harmonisation of the Uganda
component of the multi-country programme.
Lead project implementation activities ensuring
consistency with the overall multi-country
programme’s performance framework, and in
line with Malaria Consortium’s core values.
Lead the project team in country and liaise with
the programme Coordinator of the multi-country
programme.
Key Result Areas
Programme management
1. Provide leadership and coordination of all
aspects of Pneumonia Diagnostics Project
implementation in Uganda including
programme set-up and the development of
country specific work plans to outline key
activities.
2. Coordinate and lead all in country activities
of the Pneumonia Diagnostics Project,
ensuring that the activities are carried out in
line with the agreed work plan and budget.
3. Oversee the field activities and provide
direct supervision and support to the work
performed by temporary field staff and
consultants.
4. Monitor programme deliverables, budget
and timelines, notify the Country Director
and Programme Coordinator when issues
arise, and take corrective actions, as
needed.
5. Ensure all national programme activity and
spend complies with Malaria Consortium
policies and procedures.
6. Organize, lead and facilitate Programme
related meetings, including the creation of
agenda and materials.
7. Perform the budget holder responsibility for
the country programme budget ensuring
tracking of budget expenses is completed
monthly.
Technical contributions
1. Lead the development of technical project
documentation such as proposals to the
ethics committee
2. Oversee the collection, analysis and
reporting of data collected in the project
3. Provide technical support, where necessary,
to other Malaria Consortium projects in
Uganda including;
a) Technical support to other Malaria
Consortium projects as required.
b) Supporting the development of project
proposals as required.
Documentation
1. Document activities and develop feedback
reports and other external communications
materials to communicate programme
findings and activities to collaborators, the
donor and other stakeholders as appropriate.
2. Disseminate results obtained from the
studies to the relevant stakeholders where
necessary.
Advocacy and Communications
1. Initiate and maintain communications with
local collaborators to ensure timely delivery
of assigned activities.
2. Ensure all communication internally follow
the agreed multi country programme.
Technical performance management and
Quality Assurance
1. Provide input to the Country Director and
Multi Country Project Coordinator regarding
team member performance.
2. Provide implementation support to
Pneumonia Diagnostics Project Staff and
any other Malaria Consortium staff or
projects, as necessary.
Representation
1. Liaise with central MoH and District
Health teams on relevant issues relating
to Pneumonia Diagnostics and ensure
Requirement:
PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential • A Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, health sciences, development or related discipline • A minimum of 4 years’ experience working in public health research programme implementation. • Ability to lead, motivate and coordinate a team of technical and non-technical staff within a project. • Significant experience in project management and organizational work, including financial management, human resources and donor reporting. • Experience of working closely with government and non-government partners to successfully deliver on project objectives. • Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills are essential • Good computer skills. • Ability to communicate in English Desirable • Postgraduate qualification in public health or project management. communication matrix • Experience of working in research or implementation of community health and/or diagnostics projects. • Experience of working and implementing projects in Uganda and at district level.

How to apply:

Length of contract: 24 month
Location: Based in Kampala with up to 60%
travel to implementation sites.
Candidates who fully meet the above
requirements should submit a detailed CV, a
covering letter explaining how and why you are
suited to the role, and the contact details of three
referees to hr.uganda@malariaconsortium.org
not later than 11th October 2013.
Note: A detailed Job Description/Profile of the
position can be availed upon electronic request
to the above email.

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor - RTI International

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor
Organization: RTI International
Country  Uganda
City Kampala
Category M&E
Job Summary:
The M&E Advisor position will be for the upcoming USAID-funded Integrated Family Health Program that aims to strengthen the Ugandan health system’s ability to provide access to high quality services to its citizens.  Core service areas include: HIV/AIDS, maternal and child health, and reproductive health. The M&E Advisor will be responsible for all in charge of monitoring, evaluation and reporting-related activities and requirements of the project.  This includes the development of the Project’s M&E framework, the development of a performance monitoring system, overseeing the maintenance of monitoring data collections systems (including developing and maintaining a project data base).  He/she will also contribute to the design and assist in managing program assessments and evaluations and promote a culture of evidence-based decision making.



Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) and oversees its implementation and periodic revision.
Proactively seeks out data to assist staff in making informed decisions
Develops M&E instrumentation tools for the project as needed (including monitoring data collection forms for program and grantee staff)
Supports and supervises collection and analysis of data for project M&E in accordance with timeframes set in the PMP
Develops, implements, and monitors the sub-grant awards and performance monitoring plans and systems for gathering, reporting, and analyzing performance data for impact and sustainability of project implementation. Updates and implements M&E framework for integrated delivery of community healthcare.
Develops an evaluation plan for the program and maintains a program monitoring data base
Leads efforts, design tools and training sessions to develop an inquisitive learning culture within the project team and partners to feed innovations into organizational decision making.

Uganda jobs opportunity Lead Generators at Barclays Bank

Job Title: Lead Generators  (50 Vacancies)
Organization Barclays Bank
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Category sales

The successful LGs will be expected at all times proved the following services during the currency of the agreement:
·         Provide the Bank with sales leads for its products by soliciting business from prospective retail customers
·         Attend or make presentations to corporates on various retail consumer products;
·         Provide customers with advise on how to complete application forms for all the Bank's products, including opening accounts and loan products;
·         Inform customers of the set requirements, security documentation, processes and procedures that pertain to loan applications;

Area Coordinator Job Opportunity in Uganda - ACTED

Job Title: Area Coordinator
Organization: ACTED
Country Uganda
City Kampala
About ACTED:

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination. ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 32 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 370 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.



ACTED has been active in Uganda since May 2007, both in the northern region and Karamoja. In the North, ACTED supports the early recovery process with a specific focus on the needs of returning populations displaced by years of conflict. It also expands access, retention, equity and quality of primary education. In Karamoja, the focus is enhanced food security and resilience to disasters, especially droughts, as well as improving the primary education sector. ACTED focuses its intervention on strengthening livelihoods through improved resource management, conflict mitigation and capacity building. In Northern Uganda, as internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home and gained access to land, ACTED is working with farmers on infrastructure and capacity development to rebuild agricultural livelihoods. In the Karamoja/Pokot area, ACTED responds to severe food insecurity caused by the drought in the Horn of Africa, providing support to agro-pastoral communities to increase their purchasing power and protect their assets, reducing vulnerability to natural disasters. As part of its integrated cross-border strategy between Uganda and Kenya, ACTED maintains its community-driven disaster risk reduction (DRR) focus and promotes conflict mitigation to ensure peaceful and sustainable access to shared resources. In 2013, ACTED maintains a strong focus on this approach and looks at extending it further along the border with Kenya. ACTED continues working with community-level structures and initiatives such as the APFS, the CDMCs or the DEWS to continue building the communities’ resilience to disasters.



Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Management of a local and expatriate staff team;
Close supervision and monitoring of the finance, administration and logistics teams;
Oversee program budgets and evaluate financial program effectiveness;
Management and supervision of ACTED's programmes in Karamoja/Pokot North and their timely implementation according to financial and programmatic frame;
Facilitate program development, through conceptualization, design, proposal and program initiation;
Build and/or improve systems to supervise and manage the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes;
Monitor security situation in the region and oversee implementation of ACTED security procedures;
Responsible for internal reporting to Country Coordination;
Demonstrate vision and leadership in building a coherent strategic direction for the area, in line with ACTED Uganda’s overall strategy;
Work in liaison with all external stakeholders: donors, partners, the government, including local authorities, and communities;
To advocate for our beneficiaries and ensure that their interests are taken into consideration by all external stakeholders.
To act as a catalyst with all stakeholders to coordinate existing and new programmes;
Facilitation of needs assessment;
Fundraising and project/proposal development;
Ensure external reporting requirements for projects are met.



Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should hold a Masters Degree;
At least 3 years of field experience in program management and coordination;
Good familiarity with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental requirements;
Excellent communication and writing skills;
Ability to coordinate and manage staff and project activities;
Strong organizational and supervisory skills;
Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
Being a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit;
Ability to organize and plan effectively;
Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;
Experience in conflict affected areas and difficult living conditions, ideally in Africa
Knowledge on issues related to early recovery, IGA and/or infrastructure rehabilitation



Terms and Conditions:

Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus

Additional monthly living allowance

Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)

Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance

Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

 How to Apply:
Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org Ref : PM/UG/SA
For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

Finance and Administration Senior Manager - RTI International

Job Title: Finance and Administration Senior Manager
Organization: RTI International
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

About RTI:

RTI International is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 3,700 provides research and technical services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.



Job Summary: The Finance and Administration Senior Manager position will be for the upcoming USAID-funded Integrated Family Health Program that aims to strengthen the Ugandan health system’s ability to provide access to high quality services to its citizens.  Core service areas include: HIV/AIDS, maternal and child health, and reproductive health. The Finance and Administration Senior Manager will provide oversight for all financial and operational aspects of the project.

Deputy Operations Manager - The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

Job Title: Deputy Operations Manager
Organization: The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, (MGLSD)
City  Kampala,
Country Uganda
About MGLSD:

The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, (MGLSD) with support from the UK Department for International Development (DFID) and Irish Aid is implementing the Expanding Social Protection (ESP) programme in Uganda. The ESP programme is a 5 year programme within MGLSD which was launched in 2010 and is coordinated by the Social Protection Secretariat. It includes a pilot cash  transfer scheme (SAGE) providing regular cash transfers to older persons and vulnerable families living in chronic poverty in 14 pilot districts, reaching 15% of households in target districts.  Our client Maxwell Stamp PLC has been providing technical support to MGLSD to implement the ESP Programme.



Job Summary: The Deputy Operations Manager is answerable to the SAGE Operations Manage. The Deputy Operations Manager work within the SAGE pilot unit of the Secretariat, with responsibility for supporting the smooth implementation of SAGE operational tasks according to the agreed time frame and budget.  S/he will ensure all district staff involved in the SAGE are performing to a high standard and delivering the required deliverables.

Human Resource Officer - Uganda Management Institute

Job Title: Human Resource Officer
Organization: Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
City Kampala
Country Uganda
Category Human Resource
About UMI:

Uganda Management Institute (UMI) is a Management Development Institution with a mission “to excel in developing sustainable management capacity”. The Institute’s activities are currently carried out at the main campus in Kampala and its Outreach Centers in Mbarara, Gulu and Mbale.



Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for implementing the Human Resource plan for the Institute;
Participating in the selection, induction and placement of staff;
Updating the staff data bank;
Supporting staff welfare programmes;
Facilitating the performance management process;
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Country Director Job Opportunity in Uganda - Living Water International

Job Title: Country Director
Organization: Living Water International (LWI)
Country Uganda
City Kampala
About LWI:

Living Water International (LWI) exists to demonstrate the love of God by helping communities acquire desperately needed clean water, and to experience “living water” – the gospel of Jesus Christ – which alone satisfies the deepest thirst. Living Water is providing safe drinking water, Christian Witness, sanitation and hygiene education to communities across Africa and has a vacancy for a Country Director in Uganda.



Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide Strategic direction: Implement the Country Strategy according to LWI strategic processes and operating standards. Maintain an annual operating plan against which all program activities are measured and ensure alignment to LWI regional and global strategy.
Develop Funding Initiatives: Promote the needs of the country specific funding requirements and maintain good relationships with in- country representatives of funders. Establish collaborative relationships including with local churches to determine project needs.
Provide Spiritual Leadership: Ensure the office has high quality Christian ethos and operations plan that is appropriate for the country context. Model a high standard of personal Christian leadership, ministry and integrity though lifestyle and work relationships, and provide spiritual guidance to staff on LWI’s mission and core values.

Chief of Party Job Opportunity in Uganda at RTI International

Job Title: Chief of Party (COP)

Organization: RTI International
City Kampala,
Country  Uganda
Category ADMINISTRATIVE

About RTI:

RTI International is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 3,700 provides research and technical services to governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.

Help Desk Technician - Uganda Management Institute

Job Title: Help Desk Technician

Organization: Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
City Kampala
Country Uganda
Salary Scale: UM6

About UMI:

Uganda Management Institute (UMI) is a Management Development Institution with a mission “to excel in developing sustainable management capacity”. The Institute’s activities are currently carried out at the main campus in Kampala and its Outreach Centers in Mbarara, Gulu and Mbale.

 Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Logging support calls received by telephone, email or in person, prioritizing and scheduling problems.
Applying diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting and providing technical assistance to users.
Performing hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software.
Developing help sheets and frequently asked questions lists for end users.

Electrician Job opportunity in Uganda at Mbarara University of Science and Technology

Job title: Electrician (11)
Country: Uganda
City  Mbarara
Category: Engineering
Closing date: October 4, 2013

Qualification:
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or raft 111 from recognized institutions.
• At least two years relevant working experience .
Duties:
• Reports to the university engineer
• Carrying out routine inspection of electrical appliances and ascertaining their working conditions
• Carrying out maintenance and repairing of electrical installations
• Installing new fittings and appliances

Lecturers Job Opportunity in Uganda at Mbarara University of Science and Technology

Job title: Lecturers
Country: Uganda
City Mbarara
Category: Education
Closing date: October 4, 2013 - 5pm
Qualifications
• An honors Degree and MA in Development Studies /Rural Development /Sociology or any other related discipline from recognized institutions for position 2.1.1.
• An honors degree and MSC in Quantitative Economics/Economics /Economic Planning /Development Training from recognized institutions for position 2.1.2.
• An honors Degree and M Med in Obstetrics and Gynecology from recognized institutions for position 2.1.3 . Formal training in nursing and medicine for MPH and masters in Demography holders to be added advantage .

How to apply:
Applications are invited from suitability qualified persons to fill existing vacancies at Mbarara University of Science and Technology .
Applicants are required to submit their applications accompanied by copies of all relevant academic documents plus three names of referees to;
The Secretary ,
Appointments Board ,
Mbarara University of Science and Technology ,
P. o. Box 1410 , Mbarara

Academic Registrar Job Opportunity at Mbarara University of Science and Technology

Job title:  Academic Registrar
Country: Uganda
City  Mbarara
Category: Education
Closing date: October 4, 2013 - 5pm

Qualifications:
• A relevant honors degree and a masters degree from recognized institutions . A Master degree in educational management /administration will be an added advantage .
• Experience should have served at least 8 years , four of which at senior managerial level in a reputable Organization. Computer literacy is essential .
Duties:
• Reports to the vice chancellor
• Administration of matters relating to admissions , examinations , undergraduate and post graduate duties , research and publications .
• Coordinate the vetting of publications of academic staff
• Secretary to senate and its committees
• Coordinate the election of deans /directors and heads of department .

How to apply:
Applications are invited from suitability qualified persons to fill existing vacancies at Mbarara University of Science and Technology .
Applicants are required to submit their applications accompanied by copies of all relevant academic documents plus three names of referees to;
The Secretary ,
Appointments Board ,
Mbarara University of Science and Technology ,
P. o. Box 1410 , Mbarara

Livelihood Program Manager - Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development

Job Title Livelihood Program Manager
Organization  Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
City Karamoja, Gulu
Country Uganda
Category  Manager
Closing date: 10 Nov 2013

I. Background on ACTED
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 32 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 370 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Kampala National Staff : 108 International Staff : 7 Areas : 2 (Northern Uganda, Karamoja) On-going programmes : 9 Budget : 2.4 M €

ACTED has been active in Uganda since May 2007, both in the northern region and Karamoja. In the North, ACTED supports the early recovery process with a specific focus on the needs of returning populations displaced by years of conflict. It also expands access, retention, equity and quality of primary education. In Karamoja, the focus is enhanced food security and resilience to disasters, especially droughts, as well as improving the primary education sector. ACTED focuses its intervention on strengthening livelihoods through improved resource management, conflict mitigation and capacity building. In Northern Uganda, as internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home and gained access to land, ACTED is working with farmers on infrastructure and capacity development to rebuild agricultural livelihoods. In the Karamoja/Pokot area, ACTED responds to severe food insecurity caused by the drought in the Horn of Africa, providing support to agro-pastoral communities to increase their purchasing power and protect their assets, reducing vulnerability to natural disasters. As part of its integrated cross-border strategy between Uganda and Kenya, ACTED maintains its community-driven disaster risk reduction (DRR) focus and promotes conflict mitigation to ensure peaceful and sustainable access to shared resources. In 2013, ACTED maintains a strong focus on this approach and looks at extending it further along the border with Kenya. ACTED continues working with community-level structures and initiatives such as the APFS, the CDMCs or the DEWS to continue building the communities’ resilience to disasters.

III. Position Profile

For this RFA, the Program Manager has been identified as a Key Personnel position. The proposed Program Manager should have extensive relevant experience managing the mobilization and oversight of multi-faceted projects, including those in the infrastructure sector. The Program Manager should have demonstrated the ability to quickly and effectively assemble and manage a highly-skilled, interdisciplinary team; to effectively collaborate and coordinate with and lead a broad range of governmental and non-governmental actors and institutions across sectors in a developing-country setting; and to implement high-profile and politically sensitive programs.

The Program Manager will contribute to the development of his project, which is a constitutive part of the country strategy, and subsequently manage its implementation.

Ensure external representation of ACTED in relevant sectors
The PM will be responsible for managing partnerships and ensuring smooth implementation of work plan activities. The PM and senior management team will be responsible for monitoring, technical quality of program interventions, and accountability. This PM will collaborate closely with district officials and local authorities, as well as the donor.

Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities: Participate in technical and sectoral meetings to ensure visibility amongst local authorities;
Representation vis-à-vis Donors: Participate in technical and sectoral Donor meetings and pass relevant information to the Country Director;
Representation vis-à-vis international organisations: Participate in technical and sectoral meetings and working groups involving NGOs and UN Agencies (OCHA, PNUD, UNICEF, FAO, etc.) and all other inter-governmental institutions; Contribute to the creation of reports, ensuring the quality and accuracy of technical information provided as well as the confidentiality of internal information as required;
More generally, the program manager is expected to contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of ACTED’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors.

Project Cycle Management
Project implementation: Plan the various stages of project implementation; Guide the implementation of the project and the methods of follow-up; Manage project finances, logistics and materials; Liaise with all internal and external counterparts of the project; Assess the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources;
Project reporting requirements: Set up a clear timeline of reports to be submitted to project Donors; Draft narrative reports and contribute to the development of financial reports through regular budgetary follow up; Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures. More generally, communicate systematically to the relevant Country Director or Area Coordinator on project progress and planning.
Provide Relevant Technical Expertise

Ensure that technical quality and standards are considered during project implementation: Collect technical information and analyse associated opportunities and risks; Identify relevant technical authorities and partners, and propose formal partnership and/or contracts.
Undertake quality control: Analyse technical added-value and project impact; Set up technical evaluation exercises during and following implementation.
Oversee Program Staff and Security

Guide and direct program staff: Organise and lead project coordination meetings; Prepare and follow work plans with each project member; Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts); Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life; Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of project personnel according to the project development; Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues and pass appraisal forms to the Country or Area Administrator with recommendations (new position, changes to contract or salary etc.); Ensure a building of capacity amongst technical staff in the relevant sectors.
Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff: When requested by HQ, undertake interviews to assess technical abilities of expatriate candidates living in the country.
Oversee staff security: In cooperation with the relevant Security Officer, monitor the local security situation and inform the Country Director or Area Coordinator and Country or Area Security Officer of developments through regular written reports; Contribute to the updating of the security guidelines in the project area of intervention; Ensure that security procedures are respected by each member of the project team.
Identify Best Practices and Lessons Learned
Collect information and tools employed for project implementation; Draft memos detailing lessons learned and best practices identified during the project; Share such memos with internal and external partners; Communicate such information to the Country Director or Area Coordinator, to Regional Support Offices and to HQ Reporting Department.

IV. Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise as a PM with a minimum of 5 years of experience managing large complex infrastructure programs preferably within an African context. • Experience working on USAID program; familiarity with USAID regulations. • Experience leading collaborative efforts with multiple stakeholders—i.e., between other USAID and NUDEIL recipients, INGOs, Local NGOs and GoU. • A successful track record in managing large teams effectively. • The ability to be collaborative across projects, flexible and creative; • Strong communications and interpersonal skills with evidence of ability to productively interact with a wide range and levels of organizations (government, private sector, NGOs).

IV. Conditions

Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
Additional monthly living allowance
Free food provided + housing allowance
Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
How to apply:
V. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org Ref : PM/UG/SA

For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

Area Coordinator - Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development

Job title Area Coordinator
 Organization Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Closing date: 10 Nov 2013

Department: Program Position: Area Coordinator Contract duration: 6 months ( with possibility of extension) Location: Uganda Starting Date: Immediate

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 32 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 370 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Kampala National Staff : 108 International Staff : 7 Areas : 2 (Northern Uganda, Karamoja) On-going programmes : 9 Budget : 2.4 M €

ACTED has been active in Uganda since May 2007, both in the northern region and Karamoja. In the North, ACTED supports the early recovery process with a specific focus on the needs of returning populations displaced by years of conflict. It also expands access, retention, equity and quality of primary education. In Karamoja, the focus is enhanced food security and resilience to disasters, especially droughts, as well as improving the primary education sector. ACTED focuses its intervention on strengthening livelihoods through improved resource management, conflict mitigation and capacity building. In Northern Uganda, as internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home and gained access to land, ACTED is working with farmers on infrastructure and capacity development to rebuild agricultural livelihoods. In the Karamoja/Pokot area, ACTED responds to severe food insecurity caused by the drought in the Horn of Africa, providing support to agro-pastoral communities to increase their purchasing power and protect their assets, reducing vulnerability to natural disasters. As part of its integrated cross-border strategy between Uganda and Kenya, ACTED maintains its community-driven disaster risk reduction (DRR) focus and promotes conflict mitigation to ensure peaceful and sustainable access to shared resources. In 2013, ACTED maintains a strong focus on this approach and looks at extending it further along the border with Kenya. ACTED continues working with community-level structures and initiatives such as the APFS, the CDMCs or the DEWS to continue building the communities’ resilience to disasters.

II. Job Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Country Coordinator, key responsibilities will include:

Internally: • Management of a local and expatriate staff team; • Close supervision and monitoring of the finance, administration and logistics teams; • Supervise program budgets and evaluate financial program effectiveness; • Management and supervision of ACTED's programmes in Karamoja/Pokot North and their timely implementation according to financial and programmatic frame; • Facilitate program development, through conceptualization, design, proposal and program initiation; • Build and/or improve systems to supervise and manage the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes; • Monitor security situation in the region and oversee implementation of ACTED security procedures; • Internal reporting to Country Coordination;

Senior Finance Officer - MUJHU Research Collaboration

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer
Organization: MUJHU Research Collaboration- MUJHU Care Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Finance Manager

Job Summary: The Senior Finance Officer required assisting with overseeing and coordinating the Finance section

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with the supervision of the finance team as they process transactions, enter data into the accounting packages, carry out reconciliations, produce financial reports and carry out other departmental functions.
Conduct data checks on a regular basis for correctness and accuracy.
Payroll preparation and related report production ensuring compliance with statutory guidelines like NSSF and PAYE.
Ensure that the reports to the funders are submitted in the appropriate format and within strict timelines.
Ensure that financial operations are in conformity with the accounting manual and other funding agency requirements and also review and update the accounting manual.

Business Development Manager - Britam

Job Title: Business Development Manager
Organization: Britam
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Managing Director, British American Asset Managers Ltd with a dotted functional line to the Chief Executive Officer – Uganda;

Job Summary: The Job holder will be responsible for building company position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business relationships in the Uganda market

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Locate and prospect business deals by contacting potential partners whilst discovering and exploring opportunities in the areas of institutional sales, property development, private equity and unit trust products
Identification of opportunities for property investment and partnerships
Identify and engage potential clients for the institutional, property development, private equity and unit trust product lines
Generate sales for the institutional, property development, private equity and unit trust product lines
Close new business deals in the identified areas by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations
Develop and manage relationships with trustees and gate keepers
Prepare service offer tender documents

Account Relationship Manager - IAA Healthcare

Job Title: Account Relationship Manager
Organization: IAA Healthcare
City: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Director Sales & Marketing

Job Summary: The Account Relationship Manager to be in charge of the retention function for its growing clientele. The candidate will be responsible for developing long-term relationships with customers, connecting with key business executives and all stakeholders. You will liaise between customers and cross-functional internal teams to give timely feedback to our clients with a view of improving customer satisfaction and retention.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate as the lead point of contact for any and all matters specific to your customers.
Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships
Develop a trusted advisor relationship with key customer stakeholders and executives.
Conduct sensitization for new customers on benefits, processes and procedures to manage expectations.
Conduct courtesy calls, have monthly/quarterly meetings with customers, give feedback and communicate key insights to management.
Analyse utilization reports on a quarterly basis and discuss loss ratios periodically with management and customers.
Plan and coordinate health education sessions for customers.
Identify and grow opportunities within existing accounts and collaborate with sales team to ensure growth attainment.
Assist with high severity requests or issue escalations as needed
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
He / She should possess a degree in Business administration or its equivalent.
The candidate must possess three (3) years of account management experience in a service industry or any other relevant experience.
Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence effectively at all levels of the organization, including executives.
Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail
Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation skills
Excellent verbal and written communications skills

How to Apply:
If interested, please send your C.V via E-mail to: iaa@img.co.ug
Or send your CV to:
P.O. Box 4686, Kampala, Uganda
Or deliver at IHK –HR office
Deadline: 4th, October 2013

Chief Relationship Officer Job Opportunity in Uganda at Future Options Uganda

Job Title: Chief Relationship Officer
Organization: Future Options Uganda
City Kampala
Country Uganda
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

About US:
Our client is a licensed financial institution established in Uganda and is a part of a global group with operations in over 20 countries. In line with its business plans, the client wishes to recruit a dynamic Chief Relationship Officer.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop the overall product, business growth and sales objectives and plans, and monitor performance against the strategic business growth plan.
Responsible for the growth of the bank’s loan portfolio, ensuring growth and quality targets are met at all branches.
Conduct business development initiatives to seek out and target new customers and new sales opportunities.
Responsible for the disbursement of quality credit in line with the bank’s credit policies making sure all credit approval and assessment processes are working effectively.
Establish and ensure the delivery of high quality customer service to all

Finance Manager jobs in Uganda at Pricewaterhouse Coopers Limited

Job Title:  Finance Manager
Organization Pricewaterhouse Coopers Limited
City Kampala
Country Uganda
Reports to: Managing Director

About Us:
Our client, one of the leading global dealerships in Uganda, wishes to appoint a dynamic and competent Finance Manager.

Job Summary:  The Finance Manager will be responsible for the overall finance and commercial strategy, policies, and framework implementation for the organisation in accordance with its direction as set out by the Board of Directors. The Finance Manager will be responsible for the day to day management of finance operations and controls including; cash and liquidity management, corporate financial management and financial risk management, while maintaining an optimum taxation position. He/she will also have contact with senior managers and key external stakeholders including financial institutions, key investors, Uganda Revenue Authority, whirls requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Offer strategic and operational direction to the finance department;
Maintain contact with the Directorate, Group finance department, Internal Audit and other internal stakeholders;
Provide advisory services on commercial aspects of marketing and sales strategies;
Supervise implementation of commercial and accounting systems as appropriate;
Ensure accurate and timely accounting of treasury transactions including review of reconciliations of cash and near cash items;
Forecast and manage the company's cash flows and ensure adequate liquidity to meet obligations as they fall due;
Source and manage new funds, including but not exclusively, bridge funding and represent the organisation in discussions and up to final agreements;

Driver - Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association

Job Title Driver
Organisation: Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About UNADA:
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA) is the national apex organization for all agro-input dealers in Uganda registered under the NGO statute in 2003. UNADA believes that the private sector input dealers are the engine of growth for the Ugandan agricultural sector and are a prime force behind the modernization of Uganda’s agriculture and the achievement of national food security. Our mission is “to represent, network and empower member Agra- dealers to operate sustainable profitable businesses providing quality agro- vet inputs and services to farmers.” UNADA has over 1,000 members organized in regions and district-level branches. It provides skills development, credit linkages, market development, market linkages, policy and advocacy services to respond to the changing needs of the Agro Input sector.

General Manager - Profiles International

Job Title: General Manager
Organization: Profiles International
City Fort Portal, Kabarole,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Board of Directors

About Us:
Our Client is a leading distribution company in the telecommunications Industry offering excellent products and services to customers nationally and internationally and aspires to be an ISO certified entity. Our client, an equal opportunity employer is among Uganda's leading employers under the private sector, hence, joining the entity is an opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and experience in tackling real world problems.

Job Summary: The job holder will plan, direct, monitor and coordinate the operations of the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Formulating policies, managing daily operations, planning the use of materials and human resources.
Overseeing purchasing and administrative services.
Identify, develop and direct the implementation of business strategy.
Plan and direct the organization's activities to achieve stated / agreed targets and standards for financial and trading performance, quality, culture and legislative adherence.
Recruit, select and develop executive team members

Senior Investment Officer - Agricultural Business Initiative

Job Title: Senior Investment Officer
Organisation: Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

About aBi Trust:
The Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust is an institution set up by the governments of Uganda and Denmark to support agribusiness initiatives in the country. In particular it is to support the private sector to increase their contribution to the agricultural sector by increasing productivity and competitiveness leading to poverty reduction through economic growth, wealth, and employment creation.

The vision of aBi Trust is of “competitive private sector led agriculture in Uganda” with the mission to” promote private sector driven agribusiness development to enhance wealth creation in the country.” aBi Trust implements its interventions through partners.

Job Summary:
The Senior Investment Officer will perform economic and market analysis and forecasts to enable aBi finance to be well positioned for opportunities whilst managing risks within agreed parameters.
The Senior Investment Officer will also maintain quality investment mix on approved policies and manuals.
The Senior Investment Officer is responsible for monitoring and reporting on the performance of aBi finance investments

Quality Assurance Advisor - Management Sciences for Health

Job Title: Quality Assurance Advisor
Organization: Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
City Mbale,
Country Uganda

About MSH:
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. MSH Uganda is currently running a number of USAID and other donor funded projects including STAR-E in Eastern Uganda. STAR-E, a 5-year USAID-supported District-based HIV/TB Project ending in March 2015, focuses on the prevention, care, and treatment of HIV/TB in health facilities and communities. It is headquartered in Mbale, with activities in Budaka, Bududa, Bukwo, Busia, Butaleja, Kapchorwa, Mbale, Pallisa, Bulambuli, Kween, Kibuku and Sironko districts.

Job Summary: The Quality Assurance Advisor will monitor and evaluate the quality of HIV/TB services, analyze the results and prepare regular reports for the District Based HIV/TB Project (DBHP). S/he will also develop/ adapt and implement an effective quality assurance program and evaluate the effectiveness of the program. In collaboration with the Contracts Manager, the job holder will participate in the incorporation and evaluation of the Quality Assurance (QA) system in Performance Based Grants (PBGs).

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Senior Finance Officer - FHI 360

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer
Organisation: FHI 360
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category Finance

About Us:
FHI 360 is a leading global development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated locally driven solutions. Our professional staff includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society and environment as well as cross-cutting experts in gender issues, research, applied science, behavior change and technology giving us the unique mix of capabilities to address today's diverse and interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.

Job Summary: The Senior Finance Officer will offer technical support in the areas of financial management, accounting and record keeping with specific responsibilities in the area of budget development and financial monitoring.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee the maintenance of financial filing systems
Offer technical support in the preparation of annual program budgets
Review vouchers / invoices to verify commitment; items claimed are in accordance with agreements and actual delivery
Supervise day to day banking operations i.e. accounts payable, checking accounts and manage petty cash and any other banking operations.
Provide support in proposal development

Programme Officer Education jobs Opportunity in Uganda at Build Africa Uganda

Job Title: Programme Officer Education
Organisation: Build Africa Uganda
City Masindi,
Country Uganda

About BAU:
Build Africa Uganda is and International NGO that operates in Uganda whose primary aim is to improve the quality of life for the targeted communities in the areas where the organization works. This is largely achieved through making considerable improvements in the quality of education enjoyed by children while improving the ability of their families to secure sustainable livelihoods.

Job Summary:  The Programmes Officer is responsible for the implementation of a high quality education program in the Masindi program area including reporting, monitoring and evaluation. Additionally, the job-holder is expected to initiate and exhibit a culture of innovation and creativity in effecting his roles in the programme.  Additionally, the job-holder will be expected to continually observe the day-to-day effectiveness of programme delivery, noting and reporting any areas where improvements are possible and making sure improvements are made. S/he will support the planning and design processes within the livelihood programme at BAU.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The job holder should possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least three years demonstrated experience in implementing development projects preferably in an international NGO.
Good understanding of the education sector especially attributes of ECD, educational quality improvement and vocational skills training.

Grants Officer jobs in Uganda at Makerere University Joint AIDS Program

Job Title: Grants Officer
Organization: Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)
Reports to: Finance & Operations Manager
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category finance

About MJAP:
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)  is a program under Makerere University School of Medicine and is implemented as a collaborative partnership between Mulago and Mbarara University Teaching hospitals. Established in November 2004 with funding from the Presidential Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and technical assistance from Centers for Disease Control (CDC), MJAP has provided quality HIV testing, care and treatment at Mulago and Mbarara Teaching Hospitals and their catchment areas. MJAP received a five year Grant under the Presidential Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief II (PEPFAR II) to continue providing the excellent services they have been offering.

Job Summary: The Grants Officer will manage sub grants and support partners to ensure compliance to donor rules and regulations & MJAP’s financial management obligations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviewing and monitoring of sub grants work to ensure that funds are effectively and efficiently utilized in compliance with donor rules and regulations while heeding to MJAP’s financial management regulations.
Develop Memoranda of Understandings (MoUs) between sub partners and MJAP.
Monitor sub partner financial activities to ensure compliance with MoU terms and conditions.
Work closely with program managers to review sub partner budgets in line with their technical work plans
Monitor sub grantees by visiting activity sites to assess performance and identify areas of weakness that require action on the grantee’s part or that require external technical assistance and follow up conclusively.
Mentor, coach and provide capacity building to sub partner staff
Assist sub-guarantees to requisition funds, track expenses and prepare financial reports.
Review sub partner accountabilities before submission to the accountant.
Participate in Program Implementation team meetings
Work closely with proposal development team to develop budgets / cost applications for new program proposals.
Prepare reports for grants related activities as necessary and any other information as required by the supervisor.
Liaise with the M&E Coordinator as well as the sub partner technical contact to ensure disbursement of funds based on adequate technical reporting

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should possess a finance-related degree i.e. B.Com or BBA or its equivalent from a well recognized University/institution.
Experience in handling donor funds preferably CDC or USAID and knowledge of their financial regulations
Experience with performance based granting is strongly preferred
Experience in grants management  and financial operations systems is essential
At least four years working experience in Accounting work preferably in an NGO with Sub partners
Principles of Accounting and Auditing

Regional Program Officers jobs in Uganda at Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association

Job Title: Regional Program Officers (4 Vacancies)
Organisation: Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)
City Western, Eastern, Central and Northern,
Country  Uganda

About UNADA:
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)  is the national apex organization for all agro-input dealers in Uganda registered under the NGO statute in 2003. UNADA believes that the private sector input dealers are the engine of growth for the Ugandan agricultural sector and are a prime force behind the modernization of Uganda’s agriculture and the achievement of national food security. Our mission is “to represent, network and empower member Agra- dealers to operate sustainable profitable businesses providing quality agro- vet inputs and services to farmers.” UNADA has over 1,000 members organized in regions and district-level branches. It provides skills development, credit linkages, market development, market linkages, policy and advocacy services to respond to the changing needs of the Agro Input sector.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and deliver activity work plans and budgets
Market UNADA institution and strengthen regional programmes in area of deployment
Monitor and evaluate impact of member services
Compile reports and send as per regional implementation mandates

Assistant Accountant Job Opportunity in Uganda at Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association

Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Organisation: Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category Accounts
Closing Date 1st Oct 2013

About UNADA:
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA) is the national apex organization for all agro-input dealers in Uganda registered under the NGO statute in 2003. UNADA believes that the private sector input dealers are the engine of growth for the Ugandan agricultural sector and are a prime force behind the modernization of Uganda’s agriculture and the achievement of national food security. Our mission is “to represent, network and empower member Agra- dealers to operate sustainable profitable businesses providing quality agro- vet inputs and services to farmers.” UNADA has over 1,000 members organized in regions and district-level branches. It provides skills development, credit linkages, market development, market linkages, policy and advocacy services to respond to the changing needs of the Agro Input sector.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop timely financial reports
Consolidate budgets and funds flow for the organization
Review financial transactions, cash management, payroll, payables and inventory receivables in accordance with donor and accounting standards of UNADA.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
The candidates should possess a Degree in Commerce or Business Administration(Accounting Option)
S/he should possess at least a year’s experience in a reputable organization
Must be self driven, results-oriented, flexible, customer focused, innovative and an excellent team player
Proficiency in accounting computer packages i.e. Quickbooks will be an added advantage

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates for the above post should submit their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates, names and address of three referees and a day time contact telephone number to UNADA. The applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)
Plot 16 A, Martyrs’ Way / UNEB Road / Ntinda
P. O. Box 7634, Kampala, Uganda.

Or via E-mail: unada@unada.org

UNADA is an equal opportunity employer and any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Deadline: 30th September 2013

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Job Opportunity in Uganda at Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung Africa

Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Organization: Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung Africa
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Reports to: Field Operations Manager

Job Summary: The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for setting up a system for monitoring improvements and impact at field level, assessing field reports and undertaking regular field visits to verify data submitted. He / She will also be required to implement computerized monitoring programs.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should hold be educated to degree level and be highly computer literate
Possess at least five (5) years of experience in monitoring and evaluating progress in agricultural environmental projects.
He / She should be an expert in Monitoring and Evaluation
Good understanding of coffee production systems is an advantage.
Possess a valid license to ride a motorbike.

How to Apply:
All possible candidates should send their applications with letters, detailed CVs, and the names and contacts of three professional referees should preferably be submitted by e-mail to Aidah.Nabasirye@hrnstiftung.org. If hand delivered please deliver to Harms R. Neumann Stiftung Africa on 7th Street, Plot 44/50, Industrial Area, Kampala. Uganda

Head of Programmes Job opportunity in at Build Africa Uganda

Job Title: Head of Programmes
Organisation: Build Africa Uganda
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

About BAU:
Build Africa Uganda is and International NGO that operates in Uganda whose primary aim is to improve the quality of life for the targeted communities in the areas where the organization works. This is largely achieved through making considerable improvements in the quality of education enjoyed by children while improving the ability of their families to secure sustainable livelihoods.

Job Summary:  The Head of Programmes will offer overall leadership in the implementation of Build Africa Uganda (BAU) Program Strategy. Additionally, the job-holder will be expected to develop and implement programme approaches  and project s in line with BAU’s programme strategies, improving programme quality, partnerships and accountability to funders in accordance with organisational and donor requirements.  The position will also offer technical assistance to Area Programme Managers and the entire programme team, direction, oversight, coordinating and supporting the design and management of new programme approaches and projects and ensuring a well implemented M&E framework. He/ She will also be a member of the senior management team hence playing a pivotal role in the overall management, leadership and direction of BAU.

Senior Human Resource and Administration Officer Jobs in Uganda at FHI 360

Job Title: Senior Human Resource and Administration Officer
Organisation: FHI 360
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category Human Resource

About Us:
FHI 360 is a leading global development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated locally driven solutions. Our professional staff includes experts in education, health, nutrition, economic development, civil society and environment as well as cross-cutting experts in gender issues, research, applied science, behavior change and technology giving us the unique mix of capabilities to address today's diverse and interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.

Job Summary: The Senior Human Resource and Administration Officer will offer technical support in the areas of HR, procurement, logistics management, security and asset management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate the human resource function of the firm
Maintain work structure and update job requirements and job descriptions for all positions
Maintains management guidelines by preparing and updating recommended human resource policies and procedures
Maintains organisation staff by establishing recruiting, testing and interviewing program; and advising managers on candidate selection; conducting and analysing exit interviews and recommending changes
Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource local labour laws
Offers day to day performance management guidance to line management
Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention

Project Associate Job Vacancy in Uganda at Innovations for Poverty Action

Job Title Project Associate, Small and Medium Enterprise Initiative
City Kampala,
Country  Uganda
Closing Date  September 30, 2013.

Reports to: Country Director and Senior Project Coordinator
Start Date and Duration: ASAP preferred or October 2013, two years commitment
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), is an international non-profit research organization. Based in New Haven, CT, with offices in Washington, D.C. and worldwide, IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate 'what works' in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including health, education, microfinance, governance and agriculture.
Position Summary:
The SME Initiative at Innovations for Poverty Action seeks a qualified Project Associate to join a study of the impact of a business skills training program for women entrepreneurs. The SME Initiative at IPA coordinates and supports research on the SME sector in developing economies, and this evaluation assesses the direct and indirect impacts of business skills training implemented in Kampala, Entebbe, Mukono and Jinja. The Principal Investigators are Dean Karlan, Greg Fischer, and Meredith Startz.
The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand field management experience in an organization undertaking cutting-edge development research. The work will stretch your analytical and management skills to the limit and will require your full commitment in a challenging environment. This position will be based in Kampala with some travel to surrounding areas.
Responsibilities:
The Project Associate works closely with academic researchers, the Project Coordinator and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:
Overseeing multiple rounds of data collection, including follow-up surveys and a final endline survey.
Developing and piloting the survey instruments; programming surveys onto mobile devices; and managing the translation of the survey into the local language.
Hiring, training, and managing data collection teams.
Managing data from collection at the businesses to the delivery of a final, cleaned dataset.
Ensuring adherence to IPA and study protocols including auditing enumerators, performing daily checks of incoming data, and ensuring data is of the highest quality.
Coordinating and maintaining close relationships with the local implementing partner.
Assisting in the writing of project reports and policy memos.

NATIONAL ECONOMIST jobs opportunity in Uganda at UNDP

Job Title NATIONAL ECONOMIST - (OPEN TO UGANDAN NATIONALS ONLY)
City Kampala,
Country UGANDA
Closing Date: Monday, 14 October 2013
Job Category Management
Type of Contract : FTA Local
Post Level : NO-C
Languages Required : English
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 Year (full time)
Background
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Senior Economist, the National Economist advises Senior Management on economic development policies and trends, as well as on relevant linkages between these and UNDP's country programme in Uganda.
In addition, the National Economist works with national counterparts, including government of Uganda, to identify evidence-based policy options that promote inclusive growth, sustainable human development and the attainment of the MDGs, thus enhancing the policy impact of UNDP's country programme. The national economist also advocates for the core principles underlying UNDP's corporate mandate, and represents the organization in relevant policy and development forums.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides advice and support to UNDP management, programmes and projects focusing on achieving the following results:
Compilation, analysis and interpretation of economic and statistical data; thorough research of economic and development issues in the country; and preparation of high quality analysis and reports;
Provision of high quality analysis and substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP and other strategic documents of the UN;
Support to the implementation of UNDP's country programme in Uganda, providing advice on how to ensure alignment of UNDP's country programme with national policies and priorities, and contributing to the management of UNDP's programme in the area of strategic policy and economics;
Contribution to sub-regional, regional and inter-agency initiatives related to economic and development issues;
Representation of UNDP in relevant working groups and task forces.
Provides policy advice and options to national counterparts, including government, and facilitates knowledge building and management focusing on achieving the following results:
Assessment of the country's economic development policies and their impact on poverty reduction, growth, environmental sustainability, equity and human development;
Provision of policy options that promote broad-based socioeconomic development; based on a sound, evidence-based understanding of these issues;
Contribution to knowledge networks and communities of practice through the identification of best practices and lessons learned;
Training and capacity building support for UNDP staff and Government officials, public institutions on economic issues.
Promotes the establishment of strategic partnerships and support to resource mobilization, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Development of partnerships with other UN Agencies, IFI's, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society, academia and research institutions based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs and donors' priorities;
Analysis and research of information on donor practices and performance, including the preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation;
Production of periodic updates and briefs on country development situation to be used by stakeholders, CO and HQ;
Undertaking of selected studies/research on emerging development concerns that feed into government/development partners processes;
Representation of UNDP in relevant working groups and task forces.
Advocacy and promotion of awareness of UNDP's mandate and mission, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Public and policy advocacy for the Millennium Development Goals, pro-poor and equitable economic growth, as well as sustainable human development, through the active participation in relevant forums, conferences and trainings;

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Job in Uganda at RTI International

Job Title Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist,
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category M&E
Closing Date: Monday, 14 October 2013

Job Description
RTI International is seeking Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist candidates for an anticipated USAID-funded project in Uganda. The project will aim to empower communities and strengthen advocacy initiatives that contribute to improvements in health service delivery. The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will ensure the establishment and implementation of an effective and efficient system to monitor progress, impacts and successes of project activities and performance at all levels. This position will be based in Kampala, Uganda.
Responsibilities
Develops Performance Monitoring (PMP) and oversees its implementation and periodic revision.
Develops M&E instrumentation tools for the project as needed (including monitoring data collection forms for program and grantee staff).
Supports and supervises collection and analysis of data for project M&E in accordance with timeframes set in the PMP.
Develops, implements, and monitors the sub-grant awards and performance monitoring plans and systems for gathering, reporting, and analyzing performance data for impact and sustainability of project implementation. Updates and implements M&E framework for integrated delivery of community healthcare.
Leads efforts, design tools and training sessions to develop an inquisitive learning culture within the project team and partners to feed innovations into organizations decision making.
Manages all M&E activities and reporting for the project. Collects and reports on indicators required by USAID.
Supervises M&E, management information systems (MIS) and Knowledge Management/Communications team members to ensure that all program results are included in the PMP and other program documents.
Other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party.

Pharmacy Technician at MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS

Job title: Pharmacy Technician
Country: Uganda
City Kampala
Category: Medical/Health
Closing date: September 27, 2013 - 5pm

Position Overview:
To run the clinic pharmacy in a professional manner to meet project and donor requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Organise the Pharmacy following good clinical practice
• Dispense prescribed medication to patients and provide appropriate drug information on dosages, necessary precaution and side effects of dispensed medication
• Develop and maintain a sound drug consumption record system
• Develop and maintain a stock keeping system for all drugs and clinic materials in the pharmacy
• Distribute approved re-imbersment to the clients involved in research activities and ensures that timely accountability is made for the funds used
• Generate timely and accurate monthly and quarterly reports for the clinic and as required by funders
• Assist in any other duty as allocated by the supervisors
Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Data Manager Job opportunity in Uganda at MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS

Job title: Data Manager
Country: Uganda
City Kampala
Category: IT
Closing date: September 27, 2013

Position Overview
Support the scientists in the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation and reporting to ensure that the project provides compatible data supportive of program and donor requirements
Key duties and responsibilities
• Responsible for developing and implementing methodologies and standards for evaluating program activities.
• Support the scientists in the preparation of detailed implementation plans which are consistent with the project objectives and expected outputs and support monitoring and implementation of the approved plan
• Assist in setting up a reporting and tracking system to provide information in a efficient and timely manner
• Analyze and aggregate M&E data, develop written reports based on evaluation findings
• Undertake routine quality control checks for completeness, consistency and accurancy ad raise queries to ensure data is clean
Qualifications, Skills and experience
• Must have a degree in statistics, Economics, Economics, Development studies

Senior Institutional Development Specialist jobs in Uganda at Chemonics International

Job Title:  Senior Institutional Development Specialist
Organization: Chemonics International
Project: USAID/Uganda Feed the Future Enabling Environment for Agriculture Activity
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

About Chemonics Project:
Chemonics International seeks a Senior Institutional Development Specialist for the USAID/Uganda Feed the Future Enabling Environment for Agriculture Activity based in Kampala. The Activity is a 3 year project that will boost the value of agricultural production and trade. The Activity will accomplish this by helping public and private sector stakeholders to develop, improve, and implement agricultural policies, strategies, laws, regulations, and will stimulate investment, production, and trade, particularly coffee, maize, and beans and but also in agricultural inputs.

Job Summary: The Specialist will help to build capacity within public sector institutions, such as Ministry departments or units, and also private sector organizations, e.g. business associations, to lead and participate in the policymaking process. The Specialist will assess gaps in institutional skills, knowledge, and performance and then design and manage performance improvement plans in collaboration with the partner institutions. The Specialist will also serve as the Activity's gender and youth focal person, ensuring gender and youth issues are embedded in all the Activity's work. The successful candidate will have experience at the national level working with Government decision-makers on policy development and on analyzing and addressing

Investment Officer Job In Uganda at Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust

Job Title: Investment Officer
Organisation: Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust
City Kampala,
Country  Uganda

About aBi Trust:
The Agricultural Business Initiative (aBi) Trust is an institution set up by the governments of Uganda and Denmark to support agribusiness initiatives in the country. In particular it is to support the private sector to increase their contribution to the agricultural sector by increasing productivity and competitiveness leading to poverty reduction through economic growth, wealth, and employment creation.

The vision of aBi Trust is of “competitive private sector led agriculture in Uganda” with the mission to” promote private sector driven agribusiness development to enhance wealth creation in the country.” aBi Trust implements its interventions through partners.

Job Summary: The Investment Officer will perform due diligence on prospective financial institutions seeking lines of credit and other related products

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Appraise potential financial institutions /proposals and market for agribusiness wholesale lending.
Appraise guarantee cases as submitted by partner financial institutions for the aBi finance’s approval
Train and sensitize partners for improved portfolio quality and timely reporting.

Office Attendant Jobs in Uganda At Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association

Job Title: Office Attendant
Organisation: Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

About UNADA:
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA) is the national apex organization for all agro-input dealers in Uganda registered under the NGO statute in 2003. UNADA believes that the private sector input dealers are the engine of growth for the Ugandan agricultural sector and are a prime force behind the modernization of Uganda’s agriculture and the achievement of national food security. Our mission is “to represent, network and empower member Agra- dealers to operate sustainable profitable businesses providing quality agro- vet inputs and services to farmers.” UNADA has over 1,000 members organized in regions and district-level branches. It provides skills development, credit linkages, market development, market linkages, policy and advocacy services to respond to the changing needs of the Agro Input sector.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
The candidates should possess an Advanced Level Certificate with Credit in English
Possess administrative skills including good working proficiency in computer i.e. MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access) will be highly advantageous
S/he should possess at least two years’ experience in a reputable organization
Prior experience in a similar role is highly advantageous
Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English
Ability to multi-task
Excellent time management skills
Excellent customer care skills
High team ethic and high degree of integrity
Excellent organizational skills

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates for the above post should submit their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates, names and address of three referees and a day time contact telephone number to UNADA. The applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
Uganda National Agro Input Dealers’ Association (UNADA)
Plot 16 A, Martyrs’ Way / UNEB Road / Ntinda
P. O. Box 7634, Kampala, Uganda.

Or via E-mail: unada@unada.org

UNADA is an equal opportunity employer and any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

All applications should be delivered to the above address during official working hours
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Deadline: 30th September 2013

Programme Officer Livelihood Jobs Opportunity in Uganda at Build Africa Uganda

Job Title: Programme Officer Livelihood
Organisation: Build Africa Uganda
City: Kumi,
Country Uganda

About BAU:
Build Africa Uganda is and International NGO that operates in Uganda whose primary aim is to improve the quality of life for the targeted communities in the areas where the organization works. This is largely achieved through making considerable improvements in the quality of education enjoyed by children while improving the ability of their families to secure sustainable livelihoods.

Job Summary:  The Programmes Officer is responsible for the implementation of a high quality livelihood program in the Kumi program area including reporting, monitoring and evaluation. Additionally, the job-holder is expected to initiate and exhibit a culture of innovation and creativity in effecting his roles in the programme.  Additionally, the job-holder will be expected to continually observe the day-to-day effectiveness of programme delivery, noting and reporting any areas where improvements are possible and making sure improvements are made. S/he will support the planning and design processes within the livelihood programme at BAU.

Accounts Officer Job in Uganda at Makerere University Joint AIDS Program

Job Title: Accounts Officer (Mbarara)
Organization: Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)
City Kampala
Country Uganda
Reports to: Program Manager – Mbarara

About MJAP:
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)  is a program under Makerere University School of Medicine and is implemented as a collaborative partnership between Mulago and Mbarara University Teaching hospitals. Established in November 2004 with funding from the Presidential Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and technical assistance from Centers for Disease Control (CDC), MJAP has provided quality HIV testing, care and treatment at Mulago and Mbarara Teaching Hospitals and their catchment areas. MJAP received a five year Grant under the Presidential Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief II (PEPFAR II) to continue providing the excellent services they have been offering.

Job Summary: The Accounts Officer will ensure that the organization’s financial resources in the Program Area are adequate for effective implementation of the planned activities, well managed, properly utilized and satisfactorily accounted for

Finance and Administration Manager Job Opportunity in Uganda at The National Cooperative Business Association

Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager
Organization: The National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA Uganda
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

About CLUSA:
The National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA Uganda is seeking highly qualified individuals to support a United States Department of Agriculture funded project to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes through adoption of conservation agriculture techniques in Uganda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Member of the senior management team;
Mentor and supervise Accounts Assistant, Administrative Assistant, and Procurement and Logistics Specialist in daily work plans and duties;
Ensure proper US Government compliance with all financial transactions, proper support documentation, and entering transactions correctly into Quick books;
Work closely with the US based home office to ensure that all transactions are up-loaded properly in a timely manner;

Programme Assistant Job Opportunity in Uganda at ASARECA

Job Title: Programme Assistant
Organization: The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA)
Reports to: Programme Manager, EAAPP
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About ASARECA:
The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA) is a sub-regional not for- profit association. It was established in 1994 by 11 member countries represented by their national agricultural research for development institutes. The 11 member countries are: Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, Southern Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and. The major objective of ASARECA is to develop policies and programs aimed at deepening co-operation in agricultural research and policy among its member countries for the mutual benefit of all the stakeholders in the agricultural sector.

Job Summary: The Programme Assistant will be responsible for providing support to the Programme Manager in delivering his/her mandate in ASARECA.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Monitor and track EAAPP progress in the 4 centres of excellence by receiving periodic reports from stakeholders, reviewing and providing feedback on the quality of the reports.
Participate in planning of regional activities and participating in EAAPP country programme meetings (planning, priority setting, reviews)
Liaise with country programmes on programme development issues
Engage in information gathering, sharing and communication on best practices and application of ASARECA support and interventions

Director Human Resources and Administration Job in Uganda at The AIDS Support Organization

Job Title: Director Human Resources and Administration
Organization: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda)
Reports to: Executive Director
Duty Station: TASO HQ, Kampala, Uganda

About TASO:
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda), an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of Life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease.

Job Summary:  The Director Human Resources and Administration will offer strategic direction to the Directorate, oversee the management of the human resource and administrative functions, and develop and monitor use of supportive systems.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and review human resource and administration policies, systems and procedures
Take lead in human resource planning to ensure optimum staff levels for all TASO units
Coordinate the development and implementation of work plans and budgets for the Human
Resource and Administration Directorate
Plan and supervise a performance management system
Advise Executive Director and top management on human resource issues
Oversee staff development to ensure competent staff at all levels.
Develop, review and implement compensation strategies.

Research Economist Job Vacancy in Uganda at The Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development

Job Title:   Research Economist
Organization: The Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development (MFPED)
Funding Source: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

About MFPED:
The Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development (MFPED) has received funding from UNDP, under the project "Strengthening the Capacity for Evidence-Based Analytical Studies that Promote Human Development and the MDGs in Uganda", to support the activities of the Economic Development Policy and Research Department (EDP&RD).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Conducting quantitative analysis of available household survey data to examine socio-economic trends in the country.

General Manager Job Opportunity in Uganda at Muhavura Extraction Limited

Job Title: General Manager
Organization  Muhavura Extraction Limited (Mel)
City Kampala,
Country  Uganda
Closing Date  30th Sept 2013

Muhavura Extraction Limited (MEL) is a private company focused on growing, and processing pyrethrum. MEL is a subsidiary of MGK, a global leader for Pyrethrum.

MGK headquarters is in Minnesota, USA and does business in over 50 countries world-wide. www.mgk.com, www.pyrerthrum.com.

MEL’s headquarters is located at its modern pyrethrum processing/extraction plant in Kabale, Uganda.

Research Manager Job vacancy in Uganda at BRAC Uganda

Job title: Research Manager
Organization BRAC Uganda
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Closing Date 30th Sept 2013

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Developing a knowledge sharing strategy within the research unit and the BRAC
• Uganda office, as well as a strategy for disseminating Research Unit findings and information to a wider audience.
• Organize and facilitate monthly research team meetings
• Revise and edit research department reports and working papers
• Use research department data and writings to create research previews, research summaries, technical reports, and other documents for a variety of audiences
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share information with BRAC Programme Management
• Create and maintain in-house databases of relevant material, including completed and on-going BRAC Uganda research projects and external data such as journal articles or
• Uganda Bureau of Statistics data Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal training opportunities
• Develop and maintain the research department’s web presence
• Develop a communication strategy for the research department to share findings with a variety of outside audiences
• Liaise with other development and research institutions to foster collaboration in ongoing and potential projects
• Present research findings and projects at a variety of public forums, including to non research focused audiences
• Assist with data analysis on various research projects, when necessary and time allowing
• Undertake independent research projects, time allowing

Research coordinator Jobs in Uganda at BRAC Uganda

 Job Title: Research coordinator

Organization  BRAC Uganda
City  Kampala,
Country Uganda
Closing Date 4th Oct 2013

Requirement:
• Postgraduate degree, preferably Ph.D, in economics, agricultural economics, development economics, sociology, anthropology, rural development, or any other related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in conducting social science or economic field research. Experience in Africa is strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience supervising data collection, teams of field workers, and survey design and implementation.
• Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies.
• Experience in conducting field research in developing countries.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.

Media Monitoring Services Careers in Uganda at Uganda Health Marketing Group

Job Title: Media Monitoring Services
Organization  Uganda Health Marketing Group
City Kampala,
Uganda Uganda
Closing Date 2nd Oct 2013


Duties
• Monitor  placement  of   radio  and TV  spot  adverts  on regional  and national   radio  TV  stations .
• Monitor sponsored properties and placement of other sponsorship benefits. (Sponsor  boards, endorsements, announcements, spot  ads  and others )
• Monitor  and  qualify  print  , PR, outdoor  and  social  media  in  completing  the mass media
• Generate  monthly  customized  hard  and  electronic  reports  for each  campaign  where  applicable .

Public Relations and Communication Manager Jobs at National Water and Sewerage Corporation

Job Title: Manager (Public Relations and Communication)

Organisation National Water and Sewerage Corporation

city Kampala,
country Uganda

Application Deadline: 11th Oct 2013

Qualifications
• A  Bachelor’s  degree  in Mass  Communication, Law,  Marketing  or Business studies  or any  other  related  field .
• Post  Graduate  qualification  in a  relevant  field

Experience
• Minimum  of seven  years work experience  with  four  years  at senior  management  level  in a  large organization.
• Demonstrated  experience  in design  and execution  of  communication  and public  relations  activities .
• Experience  in developing  and managing  budgets

Competencies
• The  individual  must  be a  strong  communicator , have excellent  written ,  presentation  and  communication  and  interpersonal  skills
• Possesses  strong  leadership  skills  , be able  to motivate  and influence  others .
• Be able to  think creatively  and  strategically  , have excellent  judgement  and be able  to work  in a changing environment

How to apply:

All interested  individual sliver they  should send their  applications  with  copies  of their  academic  and  professional  qualification  addressed  to the  Human Resource  Manager, P. O. Box  7053, Kampala
Human Resource  Manager, P. O. Box 7053, Kampala or  hand  deliver them  at our Head  Office  Plot  39  Jinja  Road

Chief Relationship Officer Job opportunity in Uganda at Future Options Consulting Ltd

 Job Title:  Chief Relationship Officer
Organization  Future  Options  Consulting  Ltd
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category Administration
Closing Date : 30th Oct 2013

Responsibilities:

• Develop  the overall  product , business  growth  and sales  objectives  and plans, and  monitor  performance  against  the  strategic  business  growth  plan .
• Responsible  for the growth  of the bank’s  loan  portfolio, ensuring  growth  and quality  targets  are  met  at all  branches .
• Carry out  business  development  initiatives  to seek  out  and target  new  customers  and new  sales  opportunities

Project Mentor Jobs opportunity in Uganda at AFENET

Job Title: Project Mentor
Organization AFENET Uganda
City  Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category Management
Closing Date  27th Sept 2013

Responsibilities:

• Mentor  and support   district-level  Expanded  Program  on Immunization  (EPI)  and  surveillance  officers  in the  completion  of  field  project  in  Central  region .
• Provide  supportive  supervision  and on-line  job training  of district  staff as needed .
• Assist  with  VPD  outbreak  investigations  and  response.

Qualifications:
• Minimum  requirements
• Master’s  Degree  in medical  related  field  preferably  MPH
• At least  two years  experience  in routine  immunization  and/or  disease  surveillance

Peace Corps Medical Contractor - The United States Peace Corps Uganda

Job Title:  Peace Corps Medical Contractor (PCMC)
Organization:  The United States Peace Corps
City Kampala,
Country Uganda

Job Summary: The United States Peace Corps seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to serve as a contracted Peace Corps Medical Officer (PCMO) in Kampala, Uganda.  The PCMC will provide health care to U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers in Uganda and will work under the supervision of the Peace Corps Country Director in Uganda and the Peace Corps Office of Medical Services in Washington DC.
http://www.uganda.peacecorps.gov/

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
·         Offer routine primary health care to Peace Corps Trainees and Volunteers including treatment of common illnesses and injuries in accordance with Peace Corps medical guidelines
·         Individual short-term counseling on disease prevention, adjustment issues, stress management and cross-cultural problems
·         Response to emergency medical situations
·         Member of Senior Peace Corps staff in Uganda
·         Design and presentation of health training sessions
·         Site visits to Peace Corps Volunteers throughout  Uganda
·         Administrative tasks of the medical office including budget management
·         Inventory of medical supplies and equipment
·         Alternate 24 hour on- call duty with the other PCMO

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should be a graduate of accredited school
MDs must be a graduate of a school listed in this link, Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research
http://www.faimer.org/resources/imed.html
Possess a valid license to practice
At least three years experience in a professional practice, hospital or clinic setting
Ability to communicate effectively in oral /written English.

Manager, Contracts Job opportunity in Uganda at Management Sciences for Health

Job Title: Manager, Contracts
Organization: Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
City Mbale,
Country Uganda

About MSH:
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. MSH Uganda is currently running a number of USAID and other donor funded projects including STAR-E in Eastern Uganda. STAR-E, a 5-year USAID-supported District-based HIV/TB Project ending in March 2015, focuses on the prevention, care, and treatment of HIV/TB in health facilities and communities. It is headquartered in Mbale, with activities in Budaka, Bududa, Bukwo, Busia, Butaleja, Kapchorwa, Mbale, Pallisa, Bulambuli, Kween, Kibuku and Sironko districts.

Job Summary: The Manager, Contracts has the major responsibility and accountability for the administrative, financial and contractual grants management component of the Project. S/he develops templates for solicitations and agreements as well as detailed procedures for the entire grants management cycle and works closely with grantees to develop their capacity to effectively manage grants and contracts. This may include developing their financial and audit systems, capacity for accounting and financial management, cost proposal development and operations according to USAID rules and regulations. Grants management procedures will be designed to ensure that NGOs, FBOs and CSOs are able to manage their grants efficiently and transparently in compliance with USAID regulations and in support of their technical scopes of work.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist technical staff in formulating and negotiating specifications, objectives, and scopes of work for grantees.
Collaborate with technical staff in designing/revising mechanisms to solicit applications (if applicable), award grants, negotiate terms of reference, and monitor and report on financial activities, as appropriate.
Conduct workshops in proposal preparation and/or financial monitoring, as necessary.
Ensure the documentation process by which NGOs, FBOs and CSOs are selected for awards and notify applicants and other stakeholders of awards granted.
Assist grantees with the development of work plans, monitoring progress, tracking expenses, preparing reports, and facilitating grantees’ compliance with the terms of their agreements.
Work closely with the M&E team to ensure accuracy of results reported before funds are released.
Monitor the grantees by visiting NGO or CSO field activities, as necessary, to assess performance and identify areas of weakness that require action on the part of the grantee or that require external technical assistance and follow up to ensure appropriate action is taken.