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Friday 8 February 2013

DATA ENTRANTS Jobs at Uganda Virus Research Institute Uganda



DATA ENTRANTS (2)

The Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) has signed an MoU with the U.S Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to strengthen Institute capacity through the management and coordination of laboratory surveillance, epidemiology, public health evaluations and training in Uganda under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Under this cooperation, UVRI intends to recruit the following personnel on a one year .contract to be renewed depending on availability of funds. All positions are based at Entebbe.
Main Purpose of the Job
To capture data generated by project activities, process it and enter it into the appropriate data bases
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Receive data from points where they are captured
Carry-out direct gathering/collection of data where necessary
Enter data in a timely manner, using the appropriate software
Carry out data cleaning
Forward the entered data to the Data Analyst, and assist with simple analysis.
Back up the data on a regular basis
Carry out data filing, storage and archiving
Disseminate data as required
Take measures to protect the confidentiality of data
Advise the Data Analyst on the need for maintenance of the computers, printers and accessories
Carry out regular monitoring activities in the field
Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be assigned by different section heads.
Requirement:
At least a Diploma in Statistics or Information Technology or any other relevant discipline
Minimum of 2 years in data collection
Knowledge in data collection methods
Basic facts on HIV testing
Knowledge of Computer skills for data management (E.g. MS Access, SPSS, Epilnfo, SQL, Java, MSWord, MS Excel)
Knowledge of basic statistical skills
Communication and Interpersonal skills are necessary.
Must be a person of integrity with ability to keep confidentiality
service Institution
Knowledge of storage requirements for the specific items stored
Experience in Purchasing, Supply Management and Stores Management
Records management skills are necessary
Knowledge of Computer skills applicable to supplies management
Experience: 2
How to apply:
Applications together with copies of academic certificates, transcripts, a CV, including names of two work-related referees indicating their contacts with e-mail and phone numbers should be forwarded to the address below not later than 5pm on 19 February 2013:  The Director, Uganda Virus Research Institute P.O. Box 49, Entebbe.
Or hand-delivered to his office Plot 51-59 Nakiwogo Road, Entebbe.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

JANITORS JOBS AT Uganda Virus Research Institute Uganda



JANITORS (2)

The Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) has signed an MoU with the U.S Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to strengthen Institute capacity through the management and coordination of laboratory surveillance, epidemiology, public health evaluations and training in Uganda under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Under this cooperation, UVRI intends to recruit the following personnel on a one year .contract to be renewed depending on availability of funds. All positions are based at Entebbe.

Main Purpose of the Job
To maintain a clean, safe and attractive working environment and provide routine administrative support services to the laboratory
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Clean the laboratory regularly and as the condition demands
Clean laboratory apparatus as instructed by the laboratory staff
Organize the laboratory environment in a tidy manner
Deliver documents and other items from and to the lab                                                              
Load and offload items onto and from delivery vehicles
Undertake any other duties, that may reasonably be assigned by the Laboratory manager or designee

Requirement:
Minimum Academic Qualifications: Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education.
2 years of experience in a laboratory environment Special.
Knowledge: Basic qualities of cleaning chemicals and materials.
Experience: 2
How to apply:
Applications together with copies of academic certificates, transcripts, a CV, including names of two work-related referees indicating their contacts with e-mail and phone numbers should be forwarded to the address below not later than 5pm on 19 February 2013:  The Director, Uganda Virus Research Institute P.O. Box 49, Entebbe.
Or hand-delivered to his office Plot 51-59 Nakiwogo Road, Entebbe.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shed Attendants jobs at Hudani Manji Holdings Ltd



Shed AHudani Manji Holdings Ltd

Hudani Manji Holdings Ltd is establishing a modern and highly technological poultry facility in Semuto (Bulemezi), with the aim of providing quality conscious poultry operation and products of unmatched quality at reasonable prices for both the local and external market. We are looking to employ a highly professional and committed team of up to 200 staff to spearhead our vision and mission.
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Semuto (Bulemezi)
Required languages: English
Closing date: February 18, 2013 - 12pm
Job Purpose
The purpose of this position is to carry out all broiler growing activities; these include feeding birds, cleaning the sheds, and manage pests and vermin among others.
Key Duties and Responsibilities;
 To maintain the feeders and feed infrastructure;
 To maintain the water system, including drinkers and delivery system;
 To feed bird on a daily basis;
 To Monitor litter conditions and report any changes to the shed supervisor;
 To Manage pests and vermin through application of the necessary pesticides and vaccines ;
 To clean the litter from sheds as per the schedule;
 To manage the vegetation/landscape within the farm;
 To collect dead birds from the shed and report the numbers to the shed supervisor;
 Handling of birds during routine operations.
Relevant Experience and Qualification;
 The person should have formal education, and an ordinary level certificate will be preferable
 Experience in poultry management and computer literacy is an added advantage;
Other requirements
 Ability to speak English
 Physical and medical fitness
Contact/How to apply:
Send your CV with the job title clearly on the envelope or email subject marked along with 3 work related referees, salary history, cover letter and notice period required at your current job via email (not exceeding 3GB) or mail it to:
P.O. BOX 152, Kampala, Uganda.
Attn; Human Resource Consultant
Hudani Manji Holdings Ltd
Email: hudanihr@yahoo.com
Only selected candidates for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to disqualification
Qualified Locals are encouraged to apply

Teachers Needed at Kampala Parents School 2004 Uganda



Teachers - Kampala Parents School 2004

Kampala Parents' School 2004, is a private mixed primary school located in Nakawa Division of the City Council of Kampala. Its a day school providing a local curriculum. We also do french as an additional language.
The School was started way back in 1975 by a group of five (5) Directors with only 170 pupils and 9 teachers. Their objective was to provide quality all round education.
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Education
Min. years of experience: 4 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Diploma
Closing date: February 14, 2013 - 5am
Kampala Parents school is looking for qualified teachers for:
Upper Classes: P5, P6, P7
Middle Class: P3, P4
Infant Class: P1, P2
QUALIFICATION
- The applicant should have a minimum qualification of Diploma in Primary Education (DEP)
- Four Years working experience
- Be very innovative
- Should be above 35 years of age
Contact/How to apply:
Interested persons should send photocopies of their electronically prepared applications and scanned copy of a recent photograph to recruitment@kampalaparents.com indicating subject of interest
written interviews will be done on Saturday 16th February 2013: at 9:00am
HAND WRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Manager, Business Solutions and RecoverY SBG12 Stanbic Bank Uganda



 Manager, Business Solutions and Recovery: SBG12

Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Banking
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: February 16, 2013 - 5pm
Stanbic Bank is looking to attract inspired individuals with skills to offer world class business solutions to our customers in the position of Manager Business Solutions & Recovery.
This position reports to the Head of PBB Credit and its main purpose is to assist business and credit with the end-to-end remedial management of enterprise wide distressed debt exposures in the Personal and Business Banking environment, both in house or under formal Business Rescue proceedings within assigned Personal-to-Holder mandates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Effective rehabilitation / recovery rates to help achieve the agreed credit loss ratio
- Effective management and optimization of credit capabilities across credit operations within the unit.
- Effective management of the regulatory framework within Business Support and Recoveries.
- Effective interface and relationships management with all relevant players within the Business Credit/ Business support and Recoveries value chain.
- Leadership - Positive internal and external customer feedback.
- Effective processing efficiency / compliance to credit policy and risk strategies.
Effective people management in the Unit (where applicable)

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
Through conceptual and practical knowledge of credit procedures, policies and standards as they apply to each situation.
Ability to asses the risk profile of counter - party and incorporate processes to minimize risk
5 years in Baking preferably within the credit department
Risk Management or any other debt recovery accreditation would be advantageous
working knowledge of core Banking systems and ability to use MIS systems based on Microsoft
Good communications and negotiation skills
Contact/How to apply:
To apply please send your application to: Sbicugrecruitment@stanbic.com or Head of Human Resources 6th Floor Crested Towers, Short Towers, Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited. P.O Box 7131, Kampala.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS AT TETRA TECH ARD IN UGANDA



TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS, ENABLING ENVIRONMENT FOR AGRICULTURE

Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
Min. years of experience: 8 years
Minimum degree: Masters degree
Closing date: February 25, 2013 - 5pm
Tetra Tech ARD is accepting expressions of interest from qualified local and regional candidates for a range of technical specialist and administrative positions needed to staff the anticipated USAID-funded Feed the Future (FTF) Enabling Environment for Agriculture Project in Uganda. The objective of the activity is to increase the value of agricultural production and trade. The project will focus on four intermediate results: 1) Removal of policy and regulatory constraints to agricultural production, processing, marketing and trade, 2) Strengthened capacity of Government of Uganda (GOU) institutions to facilitate agricultural development and trade, 3) Strengthened capacity of GOU institutions to respond to climate change impacts on agriculture, and 4) Strengthened capacity of private sector and civil society organizations to contribute to and influence policy decisions related to agriculture development, agriculture trade, and climate change adaptation.
Tetra Tech ARD seeks candidates for the following Senior Technical Positions:
*Senior Agricultural Specialist
*Senior Climate Change Specialist
*Senior Agricultural Trade and Policy Specialist
Candidates for the Senior Technical Positions must fulfill the following qualifications:
*A minimum of a Master's degree in a related field of expertise;
*A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in the field of interest (Climate Change Management/Adaptation, Agricultural Trade and Policy, Agricultural Development);
*Prior experience working on agricultural and/or policy projects funded by USAID or by other major donors;
*Experience strengthening the capacity of public and private sector institutions in the agricultural sector;
*Professional, relevant experience in Uganda is essential, regional experience also highly preferred;
*Fluency in English language (reading, speaking and writing);
*Local (Ugandan) language skills essential; and
*Private sector agribusiness experience (management, production, etc.) highly desirable.
HOW TO APPLY
www.careers.tetratechintdev.com

Finance Officer job opportunity at Independent Development Fund in Uganda



Finance Officer (FO) Independent Development Fund

The Independent Development Fund is a Ugandan non- political, non- governmental, not for profit grant mechanism, providing support to civil society organizations to promote human rights, access to justice and social accountability in Uganda. We seek to recruit a qualified individual to fill the position of Finance Officer.
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: NGO/Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Reports to:The Finance and Administration Manager

2.0 MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To carry out the routine accounting function, prepare, produce periodic financial reports including financial analysis for the organisation.
Processing IDF accounts, including Grantees and ascertain that all financial transactions are accurate and properly documented and posted on IDF software system and that accounting reports are run in a timely manner in compliance with established procedures,
Check the accuracy of quarterly financial report of IDF grantees,
Prepare checklist for follow-up of grantees financial report status,
.
3.0 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1. General Duties
Prepare monthly accounts report for IDF
Maintain records of financial documents.
Prepare payroll and arrange payment of salaries to staff.
Maintains the fixed assets register.
Participates in mid-year and annual stock counts and spot checks
Participates in the annual external audit
Daily postings in accounting system
Follow up of all tax issues and other statutory obligations
3.2 Monitoring
Check the grantees financial performance is in adherence to IDF’s policy in general and to the financial provisions of the respective project agreements,
Reconcile IDF accounts with grantees’ accounts on a monthly basis
Prepare checklist for follow-up of grantees financial report status
Assist with annual external audit.
Analyse Vehicles fuel consumption on a monthly basis
Assist in quarterly Financial monitoring of IDF grantees
3.3 Technical Support
Contribute actively in the development of mechanisms which ensure that operations of IDF are implemented in cost effective manner,
Support grantees in specific tasks such as setting up financial systems, carrying out end of project procedures, tax and statutory obligations, etc.
3.4 Reporting
Submit quarterly reconciliation statements of IDF grantees and update Management on the status of individual grantees financial position on a regular basis
Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements of IDF
Produce budget vs actual expenditure report on a quarterly basis
Assists FAM in preparing quarterly and annual reports.
3.5 Person Specifications
Experience:
At least three year’s (3) hands-on all round experience working in an
accounts office, preferably an NGO operating nationwide.
Experience in financial monitoring of grantees would be an added advantage.
Additional Skills:
- Good Microsoft Office skills
- Exposure to one or more computerised accounting packages, experience in using Sage Pastel would be an added advantage.
- Some knowledge of not for profit organisations and small
companies statutory reporting requirements will be a bonus
- Ability to work unsupervised and develop the job
Contact/How to apply:
Please send your application to application@ppg.co.ug. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB. The Closing date is 5 PM on the 22nd of February 2013
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCE AT NSSF IN UGANDA



HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCE  NSSF

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is a Provident Fund mandated to provide social security to its members as prescribed by law under CAP 222 (Laws of Uganda) through efficient management of members' contributions. The NSSF asset base is currently over Ugx. 2.7 trillion, making NSSF one of the largest players in Uganda's economic sector.
Our Vision: To be the Social Security Provider of Choice.
Our Mission: To secure a better life for our growing membership by:
•Providing Quality Products;
•Great Customer Service
•and Offering Competitive Returns in a Transparent and Efficient Environment.
Job title: HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCE
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Human Resources
Min. years of experience: more than 10 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: February 28, 2013 - 5pm
RESPONSIBILITY
1) Responsible for senior level decision making and strategic direction of the Fund. This will include developing HR strategy and workforce planning.
2) Develop, review and implement HR approved policies and procedures in line with HR best practices. Advise staff on correct interpretation and application, ensuring clear understanding of purposes of compliance.
3) Develop and manage the HR annual budget while ensuring accountability and cost management.
4) Preparation of HR reports to management and board.
5) Strategizing organizational learning and development in an effective and timely manner. This will include change management and implementation
6) Developing and managing Fund recruitment, selection and retention strategies to ensure we attract and retain the best talent
7) Oversee the development and implementation of the training and development strategy
8) Develop and implement an effective performance management system that supports and promotes a high performance culture within the fund.
9) Develop initiatives that will ensure a conducive environment for staff motivation and high productivity.
10) Oversee the management and facilitation of the disciplinary and grievance handling process.
11)Develop and Monitor HR related Service Level Agreements with heads of department to ensure efficiency, value for money and timely delivery against set targets.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management, Social Science or any other related field.
- Masters degree in Human Resource Management or a relevant field. A post graduate diploma or a professional qualification in Human Management is an added advantage
- Membership of a professional Human Resource Management institution
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 10 years work experience with five years of HR experience at senior management level in a large organization
Contact/How to apply:
Interested individuals should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualifications addressed to the Deputy Managing Director PO Box 7140 Kampala or hand deliver them to our Head Office, Workers House, Plot 1, Pilkington Road at the Reception on 14th Floor

Transporters Jobs Opportunity in Uganda at MOGAS Uganda Limited in Kampala




Transporters Jobs at MOGAS

MOGAS Uganda Limited is an intergrated down stream Oil Marketing Company seeking qualified applicants for the above position.

Requirements
To install GPRS system ,
To brand their tucks in accordance to MOGAS brand guidelines,
To comply with MOGAS Health , Safety , Environment & Quality HSEQ guidelines,

How to apply
The operations Manager
MOGAS Uganda Limited .
94-100 Jinja Road, Banda
P. O. Box 19, Kampala, Uganda.
Deadline; 15th February 2013


Financial Manager vacancy at National Housing & Construction Company Uganda



Financial Manager 

National Housing & Construction Company
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Investment
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
In an effort to ensure that we achieve our vision successfully, National Housing seeks to recruit a competent person with integrity, dedication and commitment for the position of Financial Manager, who will work as part of an exciting team with a vision of becoming a better person throughout their experience.
Reports to: Chief Finance Officer
Responsible for: Financial Officers and Financial Assistants
Department: Finance
Job Purpose:
To supervise the processes of financial reporting and maintain a reliable and secure accounting system, that provides timely, accurate and quality financial information to management and the Board in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Company Policies and Procedures
to apply vist our website WWW.nhcc.co.ug
Closing date: February 28, 2013 - 5pm

ACCOUNTANT-REVENUE ASSURANCE VACANCY AT NSSF UGANDA



ACCOUNTANT-REVENUE ASSURANC -NSSF

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is a Provident Fund mandated to provide social security to its members as prescribed by law under CAP 222 (Laws of Uganda) through efficient management of members' contributions. The NSSF asset base is currently over Ugx. 2.7 trillion, making NSSF one of the largest players in Uganda's economic sector.
Job title: ACCOUNTANT-REVENUE ASSURANCE
Country: Uganda
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: February 18, 2013 - 5 pm
REPORTS TO: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Manage all real estate revenues and expenses pertaining to the fund properties in order to attain a good required rate of return.
The job holder shall be expected to handle all issues pertaining to staff debtors and report to the necessary departments involved.
How to apply:
Interested individuals should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualifications addressed to the Ag. Head of Human Resources, P. O. Box 7140 Kampala or deliver them at our Head Office, Worker’s House, Plot 1, Pilkington Road at the Reception on 14th Floor. All applications should reach us not later than Friday 18th January 2013.

Operations Officer – Economist


European Union

Job title: Operations Officer – Economist (Feasibility and Impact)
Country: Uganda
Closing date: February 14, 2013 - 5pm
The Delegation of the European Union in Kampala (Uganda) is looking for candidates for the position above within the Infrastructure Operational Section:
How to apply:
Applicants should send an application letter, a completed EU Standard Curriculum Vitae that must include three relevant referees, reference letter(s) of previous employment(s) and copies of education and training certificates addressed to:
Head of Delegation European Union
Delegation to the Republic of Uganda Crested Towers,
15th Floor Plot 17-23 Hannington Road Kampala
Email: rosette.asiimwe@eeas.europa.eu
Clearly indicate: Application – Operations Officer Infrastructure .
Only candidates whose applications fully comply to the above-mentioned criteria and that have been retained on the short list will be contacted.
By applying the candidate accepts that background checks with previous employers and current employer maybe carried out.
Closing date: February 14, 2013 - 5pm

Women's Protection and Empowerment Technical Coordinator Vacancy at The International Rescue Committee



Women's Protection and Empowerment Technical Coordinator

The International Rescue Committee began working in Uganda in 1998 in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) in the north of the country. Today, the IRC is helping tens of thousands of people displaced by this violence to return home following a cease-fire agreement between the LRA and the Government of Uganda in 2006. At the same time, in Karamoja - one of the poorest and least developed areas in Uganda - the IRC works with communities affected by violence to promote peace and improve access to services. Under the EASIER Living pilot project, the IRC is working with the urban refugee women and host poor communities in Kampala to improve their livelihood options and increase their protection by implementing the Economic and Social Empowerment programme in selected communities within Makindye, Central and Rubaga divisions.
Job title: Women's Protection and Empowerment Technical Coordinator
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: February 25, 2013 - 5pm
Scope of Work: The WPE Technical Coordinator is based in Kampala and travels regularly to the Acholi and Karamoja regions to support the WPE teams at field level. S/he is responsible for delivering high quality programs through strategy development, program design, implementation and evaluation of all GBV-related activities within IRC Uganda. S/he also acts provides technical advisory and writing support on business development opportunities. Primary duties will include strengthening the WPE sector and providing technical oversight of WPE programming across three regions of implementation; northern Uganda, Karamoja and Kampala. The position is part of the senior management team of the IRC and requires an experienced, driven individual with strong communication and planning skills.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of a WPE sector strategy that articulates the vision in line with the country strategy and lays out the 'master' program design.
Lead the design, drafting and implementation process of projects, including annual work plans, performance monitoring plans and log frames to inform ongoing implementation and new program design.
Provide ongoing technical advice, direct support and guidance to the WPE teams to effectively monitor implementation of program activities.
Ensure budget management by regularly monitoring expenditures and making adjustments as necessary.
Identify new funding opportunities and play a leadership role in developing high quality proposals and budgets that are consistent with the overall WPE country sector strategy for submission to donors. This includes close collaboration with the other IRC sectors including Health, Children and Youth - Protection and Development, Economic Recovery and Development as well as Governance and Peace Building to innovative and effective inclusion of WPE components in the integrated programs IRC delivers.
Assist in identifying and exploring opportunities for the professional development of program staff, including capacity building training, exchanges, formal performance reviews and ongoing coaching.
Liaise with donor representatives and national authorities in Uganda to keep them abreast of the project and developments.
Minimum Requirements:
Post-graduate degree in social work, social sciences, public health, community health, or related field
At least three years experience working in the field of gender-based violence , protection, gender in Africa
Demonstrated experience in human resource management, capacity building and mentoring
Proven skills in program management including budget management, donor reporting and monitoring.
Program development experience including donor / governmental liaison and proposal writing preferred
Organized and detail-oriented with multi-tasking abilities with ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner
Excellent leadership and problem solving skills
Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written; Acholi or Ngakarimojong an advantage.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to northern Uganda and Karamoja
Please note that candidates who applied for the first round of applications should not reapply.
Contact/How to apply:
Send CV and cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for to: The Human Resource and Administration Manager, International Rescue Committee, P.O. Box 24672 Kampala; Email: UA-IRCJobs@Rescue.org