Personal Secretary - Lyantonde District Local Government.

Personal Secretary - Lyantonde District Local Government.

Lyantonde District Local Government
End Date Mar 22, 2013
Job Information
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacant posts that exist in the service of Lyantonde District Local Government.
Applications should be submitted in triplicate on PSC form 3(2008) to the Secretary DSC Lyantonde P.O.Box 10, Lyantonde, to be received not later than 22nd March 2013.

Application Forms are obtainable from Public service Commission offices 2nd floor, Farmers House, Parliament Avenue , Kampala and/any other office of the District Service Commission Country wide. Applicant should attach 3 sets of certified photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials, plus 3 recent certified passport size photographs.
Serving officers should route their applications through their Heads of Department and be informed of the closing date to avoid delays.

Person Specifications:
(i) Qualifications
Ordinary Level Certificate with at least 2 credits including English language and three (3) passes.
UNEB Certificate or Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent qualifications from a recognized awarding institution with the following subjects.

I. Business Communication Stage III,
ii. Typewriting Stage III(50 wpm),
ii. Shorthand Stage II (80/90 wpm),
iv. Office Management. Computer skills using word processing.
The following will be an added advantage:
i. Principles of Accounts Stage II, Economics II or Commerce II
ii. Computer skills using several packages like spreadsheets and database management.
iii. Knowledge of using various office machines like fax, photocopiers and audio equipment.

(ii) Experience
Three (3) years experience as Stenographer Secretary or possess similar experience in case of applicants from outside the public service.

Duties :
i. Taking and transcribing dictation and producing error free work;
ii. Receiving and disseminating correspondences, mails and other information for the office;
iii. Organizing meetings, taking minutes and circulating decisions to the relevant action offices;
iv. Receiving and guiding clients to relevant offices;

Senior Community Development Officer -Lyantonde District Local Government

 Senior Community Development Officer


Lyantonde District Local Government
End Date Mar 22, 2013
Job Information
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacant posts that exist in the service of Lyantonde District Local Government.

Applications should be submitted in triplicate on PSC form 3(2008) to the Secretary DSC Lyantonde P.O.Box 10, Lyantonde, to be received not later than 22nd March 2013.

Application Forms are obtainable from Public service Commission offices 2nd floor, Farmers House, Parliament Avenue , Kampala and/any other office of the District Service Commission Country wide. Applicant should attach 3 sets of certified photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials, plus 3 recent certified passport size photographs.

Serving officers should route their applications through their Heads of Department and be informed of the closing date to avoid delays.


Person Specifications
(i) Qualifications
An Honours Degree in Arts, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Rural Development studies or Social Work and Social Administration or any related field from a recognized University or Institution.

(ii) Experience
Should have a working experience of at least 3 years at a level of a Community Development Officer in government or equivalent level of experience in a reputable organisation in the field of social development or community-based services.

Duties:
i. Coordinating the effective delivery of gender, culture and community based services in the District/ Urban Council;
ii. Supervising gender, culture and community centres and other community establishments;
iii. Monitoring and evaluating the effective implementation of National and local laws and policies on gender, labour and social development;
iv. Advising Council on matters regarding gender, culture and community social developments;
v. Liaising with NGOs, Community Based Organizations and other stakeholders on matters regarding gender, culture and community development;

Senior Labour Officer - Lyantonde District Local Government

Senior Labour Officer - Lyantonde District Local Government

Application Forms are obtainable from Public service Commission offices 2nd floor, Farmers House, Parliament Avenue , Kampala and/any other office of the District Service Commission Country wide. Applicant should attach 3 sets of certified photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials, plus 3 recent certified passport size photographs.

Serving officers should route their applications through their Heads of Department and be informed of the closing date to avoid delays.


(i) Qualifications:
An honors degree in Social Sciences, Social work and Social Administration, Developmental Studies, Human Resource Management from a recognized University/Institution.

(ii) Experience
Working experience of three (3) years in Labour Management gained at a level of labor officer in government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization.

Duties:
i. Inspecting work places in order to make them conform to national policies and standards on occupational health and safety;
ii. Settling labour complaints between employers and employees;
iii. Monitoring the implementation of labour policy and legislation;
iv. Sensitizing the public on labour policy and legislation;
v. Giving technical advice to both employers and employees on employer/ employee relations, disputes resolution and collective bargaining;
How to apply
Applications should be submitted in triplicate on PSC form 3(2008) to the Secretary DSC Lyantonde P.O.Box 10, Lyantonde, to be received not later than 22nd March 2013.

Project Manager - CESVI - Cooperazione e Sviluppo Onlus

Project Manager -  Cooperazione e Sviluppo Onlus

WORK CONTEXT
Cesvi operates in the Agago (Kalongo) and Lango (Lira) districts.
Sector activities include: rural development with the construction and rehabilitation of wells; protection and management of water resources; construction of latrines; distribution of seeds and farm tools; agricultural training; capacity building; land rights.
The Cesvi Kalongo program aims at improving labor productivity, farmers skills and practices as well as at promoting land rights in the area.
Kalongo is usually quiet and relatively safe, and foreigners can normally move around without harassment or danger, provided that they respect local cultural sensibilities.

JOB DESCRIPTION
The collaboration will start by April 2013.
The main duty station will be Kalongo with willingness to frequently travel within the program area. The person will respond to the HQ’s Desk Officer and the Cesvi Uganda CR.

Main tasks and duties:
Be responsible of the technical coordination of Cesvi program activities in the area, including planning, implementation and management
Work in coordination with program management local staff to ensure appropriate day-to-day management of projects, field coordination and program monitoring
Personally attend all activities related to project management, including administration, accounting, procurement (in accordance with CESVI rules and regulations), staffing and reporting
Directly supervise, mentor and monitor the work of the local staf
Report to the Desk Officer at HQs level and CR, through e-mails, other mailing, telephone calls and periodic reports, as required
Carry out briefing and de-briefing with the Desk Officer at the beginning and at the end of his/her assignment
Attend a compulsory training at the beginning of his/her assignment at Headquarters level.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Degree in International Cooperation, Agronomy, Rural Development or related subjects
Minimum of 2 years professional experience in development sector
Strong organizational, management and planning skills
Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken)
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office programs
Good communication skills with ability to work closely with CESVI local staff, beneficiaries and partners
Cross cultural awareness, sensitivity and patience
Very flexible and with a positive attitude.

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES
Previous experience in food security and in capacity building projects
Experience in management of food security and livelihood projects, preferably in Uganda or East African countries
The presence in the Country and a valid Ugandan work permit will be considered an advantage.
How to apply:
To apply please visit: http://www.cesvi.org/12_2013-pm-uga Closing date: 31 Mar 2013

Chief Executive Officer - FIDA

Chief Executive Officer - FIDA

The International Federation of Women Lawyers was founded on the 4th of August, 1944 in Mexico City, Mexico. The Federation was named in Spanish as Federación Internacional de Abogadas (FIDA). Since 1944, FIDA has established membership in over 70 countries across the world.
The Uganda Association of Women Lawyers (FIDA Uganda) was established in 1974 by a group of women lawyers with the primary objective of promoting their professional and intellectual growth. FIDA Uganda established its first legal aid clinic in Kampala in 1988, with the objective of providing legal services to indigent women to enable them access justice.
Today, FIDA Uganda has over 300 members, and offices in cities and towns across the country; Arua, Gulu, Iganga, Kampala and Soroti. While the provision of legal aid remains a core function of FIDA Uganda, the Association has adopted a broad range of strategic functions to pursue gender equality. FIDA Uganda is a much respected founding entity in the advocacy for women’s rights in Uganda, and a well-renowned voice for the women of Uganda.
Job title: Chief Executive Officer
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Legal
Min. years of experience: more than 10 years
Minimum degree: Masters degree
Closing date: March 22, 2013 - 5pm
The preferred candidate will have a record of active commitment to women’s rights and democracy in Uganda, through:
Building partnerships & coalitions
Energy & self-motivation, with flexibility & tenacity in achieving results
Leading and motivating cost-efficient change programmes
Effective management skills, underpinned by strong social commitment.
Responsibility:
Implementation of FIDA-Uganda’s Strategic plan; including articulation of the ‘FIDA- Uganda’s Brand and ensuring an effective system of strategic measurement and governance.
Ensuring that the organisation is structured, organized, managed and controlled in such a way as to maximize achievement of that vision and delivery of the FIDA-Uganda’s Brand.
Overseeing all aspects of FIDA-Uganda’s operational management, ensuring that standards of excellence are set and maintained in every sphere of activity.
Leading and developing the highly motivated team of staff.
Promoting FIDA-Uganda nationally regionally and internationally.
Developing partner and donor relationships and vii) Overseeing organizational resources.
Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in Law
Master in law, social sciences or humanities
A Diploma in legal practice is an added advantage
At least 10 years' experience in the field of development or human rights
Extensive experience in managing teams and a proven track record as a facilitative, inspirational leader
Aptitude for or experience in financial management; experience in fundraising and donor relations is preferred
Evidence of effective resource management, including a good track record of financial accountability and fundraising
A proven track record as a visionary and strategic leader, demonstrating passion and vision, along with drive for accomplishment
Genuine concern and care for others, excellent communication skills;
Contact/How to apply:
If you meet the above criteria, apply in confidence with your CV indicating names and contact details of two referees, your own contact details, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter explaining how you can contribute to FIDA- Uganda’s continuing success to:
The Practice Leader / Human Capital Services
Osillo & Company Advisory Limited 13 Kimathi Avenue
4th Floor Impala House
P.O. Box 36164 Kampala, Uganda
OR
By email to: hr@osillocpa.com

LEGAL OFFICER - The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA)

LEGAL OFFICER - The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA)

The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) was established under section 14 of the Insurance Statute 1996 now The Insurance Act,(Chap213) Laws of Uganda, 2000(Insurance Act)which came into effect on 4th April 1996 and commenced operations in April 1997
The main object of the Authority is to ensure the effective administration, supervision, regulation and control of the business of Insurance in Uganda.
Job title: LEGAL OFFICER
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Legal
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: March 22, 2013 - 12pm
Responsibility
Assess legal implications in the Authority’s dealings with the insurance companies, other operators who carry on other business which falls within the purview of the Insurance Act, 2000 and other pertinent laws and regulations
Interpret the Insurance Act, 2000 and other pertinent laws and regulations, to assist in the enforcement together with its related regulations as need may arise.
Manage the Complaints Bureau as provided for in the Insurance Act, 2000.
Monitor enactments of laws and regulations and assess their impact on the operations of the Authority.
Provide legal advice to the Authority.
Review insurance proposals and policy forms.
Carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirement:
At least an LLB Degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal practice.
Knowledge of insurance law will be an added advantage
At least three (3) years experience in legal practice in a reputable organisation.
Personal attributes and competences
Good communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Ability to work amidst tight deadlines
Strong computer skills
Contract: 5 years renewable.
Contact/How to apply:
Hand-written applications clearly marked “Job Application” with current Curriculum Vitae together with:
copies of academic transcripts, certificates and testimonials;
three referees who can testify to the applicant’s abilities, working experience and integrity; and
a daytime telephone contact,
should be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer

Sales representative position - Green Bio Energy Ltd

Sales representative position

Headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, Green Bio Energy Ltd. (GBE Ltd.) is one of the first for-profit renewable energy businesses to market carbonized briquettes in East Africa. Profitability with respect to social and environmental standards is our sole priority. We believe in the triple bottom line model (People, Planet, and Profit) to achieve sustainability. In East Africa, the Great Lakes region and South Sudan, wood-charcoal is the most commonly used fuel source by households in urban settings. This dependence on wood-fuels is partly responsible for the prevailing deforestation and soil degradation.
For more information please visit www.greenbioenergy.org and www.briketi.co.ug
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Bugolobi - Kampala
Job category: Sales/Business Development
Min. years of experience: 4 years
Required languages: EnglishLuganda
Required IT skills: MS WordMS Excel
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Salary level: Fix + Commission
Closing date: March 31, 2013 - 12pm
We’re looking for dynamic and energetic sales people who are ready to engage in Kampala’s vibrant market place. If you think you have what it takes to reach our ambitious sales targets, then we have an exciting opportunity for you. We have some sales positions paid on commission for those who are looking for business sales experience.
Primary responsibilities:
- Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients.
- Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made.
- Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity.
- Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts as assigned.
- Prepare presentations, proposals and sales contracts.
- Develop and maintain sales materials and current product knowledge.
- Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships.
- Prepare paperwork to activate and maintain contract services.
- Manage account services through quality checks and other follow-up.
- Identify and resolve client concerns.
- Prepare a variety of status reports, including activity, closings, follow-up, and adherence to goals.
- Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, information, or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff.
- Coordinate company staff to accomplish the work required to close sales.
- Develop and implement special sales activities to reduce stock.
Additional activities:
- Participate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events.
- Follow-up for collection of payment.
- Coordinate shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise and services.
- Provide on-the-job training to new sales employees.
Knowledge and skill requirements:
- Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to persuade and influence others. Ability to develop and deliver presentations. Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques. This is normally acquired through a combination of the completion of a Bachelor's Degree and three to five years of sales or marketing experience.
- Visibility requires maintaining a professional appearance and providing a positive company image to the public.
- Work requires significant local travel to current and potential clients. This requires the possession of a valid state drivers license within 60 days of employment.
- Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and occasional overnight travel.
- Bilingual English Luganda
- Must have a mobile phone
Benefits:
- Commissions on sales
- Be a part of an exciting new product launch
- Strengthen your work experience
Working conditions:
- Generally work is done during normal office hours, but it may sometimes require to work evenings or weekends to meet customers' needs.
- Some time in the office, but also a lot of time travelling locally or around the country to meet with clients.
- Often work in stressful conditions as they usually have sales targets to reach.
- Work requires significant local travel and may require occasional overnight travel and weekend and/or evening work.
Interested candidates should provide:
- Resume
- Copy of the ID card
- Copy of a LC1 recommendation letter
- Copy of driver's licence
- One reference from past work experience (the referee must have been or must still be working in the same company as the candidate)
For more information visit www.greenbioenergy.org and www.briketi.co.ug
Please send your resumé to david.gerard@greenbioenergy.org with subject "Sales representative application"
Only serious candidates need apply. Green Bio Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates that match the needs of the assignment will be contacted for an interview.
Contact/How to apply:
Please send your resumé to david.gerard@greenbioenergy.org with subject "Sales Representative application"
Only serious candidates need apply. Green Bio Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Only candidates that match the needs of the assignment will be contacted for an interview.

Deputy Chief Operating Officer - FINCA

Deputy Chief Operating Officer - FINCA

FINCA provides financial services to the world's lowest-income entrepreneurs so they can create jobs, build assets and improve their standard of living. We are an anti-poverty organization whose work is aimed at creating employment, raising family incomes, and reducing poverty worldwide.
We offer small loans and other products to those turned down by traditional banks, believing that even the poor have a right to financial services. With these loans, families can invest in, and build, their own small businesses and their income-earning capacity. Worldwide, our clients post repayment rates over 97 percent.
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Banking
Min. years of experience: 4 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: March 31, 2013 - 5pm
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Developing and formulating a business growth plan;
- Analyzing and understanding competition and market dynamics;
- Recognizing opportunities for more operational efficiencies;
- Ensuring policy compliance;
- Developing human resources needed to achieve targeted outreach plans and critically building an operational management bench that can be deployed internally in the subsidiary and across the Africa region;
- Ensure that outreach is market led, client focused, and mission driven.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration required, Master’s degree desirable or equivalent work experience;
Minimum 4 years of experience minimum in banking or microfinance with strong credit, controls and management background;
Experience in developing and implementing strategic/operational plans for financial institutions;
Excellent organizational, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills;
High level of customer service and strong willingness to work in the field;
Strong business management and negotiation skills;
Experience managing and motivating a large staff;
Excellent interpersonal, communication and training skills;
Excellent technical report writing skills and computer literacy;
Fluency in English required;
Availability to travel domestically.

ducation Officer - Lively Minds Uganda

Education Officer - Lively Minds Uganda

Country: Uganda
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Word
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: March 16, 2013 - 5pm
Purpose The Education officer is responsible for implementing our activities and programmes. Our main project is to train and support illiterate mothers from deprived communities to run educational Play Centres for their pre-school children. Our focus is on empowering communities so that they can provide participatory, discovery-led and creative learning opportunities.
Major Responsibilities:
• To plan, implement and evaluate all activities effectively and efficiently
• To develop and deliver high quality training and activities for beneficiaries – who are illiterate women in deprived rural communities
• To monitor, evaluate and support project activities. You must be able to identify successes, risks and problems and where necessary suggest creative improvements
• To keep your line manager consistently up to date with events and activities by providing and maintaining field reports following each field visit and to provide evaluation reports as required.
• To ensure absolute accountability and value for money at all times.
• To act as an effective team member and promote mutual respect amongst colleagues
• To perform any other tasks reasonably required of you from time to time
• To ensure that all work is carried out professionally and diligently in line with Lively Minds policies and procedures and promote the good name and reputation of Lively Minds
Skills:
Teaching qualification is essential. Minimum of 3 years experience in a teaching position.Experience of working in deprived rural communities and/or early childhood development experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills- can work effectively with and motivate vulnerable women and children in communities, as well as with colleagues
• Planning and co-ordination skills – can plan and organize time and limited resources effectively, working to strict deadlines
• Excellent communication skills - can keep to clear, consistent messaging and is able to coach others to do the same
• Critical reasoning and problem-solving - can analyse risks and find creative solutions to issues as they arise
• Excellent skills in speaking, reading and writing English and Lusoga/Luganda
• Proficiency in Microsoft word and Excel.
• Driving licence (must be able to ride a motorbike)
Contact/How to apply:
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their CV and 2 references, together with a cover note answering the following questions to
jobs@livelyminds.org
Questions for cover letter:
1. Why is early childhood development important?
2. What are the barriers to early childhood development in rural communities?
3. Give an example of a time when you have found a way to solve a problem using only small amounts of money.
4. Why do you want to work for Lively Minds Uganda?
We strongly recommend that you read our website to find out more about us www.livelyminds.org

Assistant Receiving Clerk - U.S. Mission, Uganda

Assistant Receiving Clerk - U.S. Mission, Uganda

Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Min. years of experience: 2 years
Required languages: English
Closing date: March 26, 2013 - 5pm
Basic Function of Position
Receive in conjunction with the Receiving Clerk, all expendable and non expendable supplies and equipment.
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html
Qualifications Required:
Note: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with the specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Completion of secondary school (both O and A levels) is required
2. Two years experience in a warehouse with supplies and procurement procedures is required
3. Level III English ability
4. Read English fluently, and differentiate between complicated nomenclature is required
5. Ability to distinguish between thousands of spare parts and building supplies, and report shortages and incorrect shipments. Must be familiar with furniture nomenclature and able to draft receiving reports is required. Driving ability and a valid driving license.
Selection Process
After an initial application screening, applicants will be invited to a testing process that may include a written examination and oral interviews.
The selected persons must pass pre-employment medical and security investigations before beginning work.
The initial appointment period is one year, subject to renewal.
Contact/How to apply:
Submit Application to:
Human Resources Office
by email at KampalaHR@state.gov.
ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Tel:0414-259-791/5

Transport Manager - Total Uganda

Transport Manager - Total Uganda
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Logistics/Transportation
Min. years of experience: 9 years
Required IT skills: MS Excel
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: March 28, 2013 - 4pm
Primary Responsibility
- Ensure annual Key Performance Indicators are set for the transport section and progress monitored regularly.
- Ensure a program for truck vetting is prepared and implemented
- Negotiate for Mass and local transport rates and number of trucks
- Participate in preparation of Annual Budget for the Company as it concerns Transport
- Ensure up to date records are kept on all Drivers and properly filed.
- Ensure Trucks are adequately maintained
- Ensure a program for Health Safety Environment and Operational Audits of all Transporters (Mass and Local) are put in place and implemented
- Ensure continuous training of drivers with adequate record keeping
- Ensure daily weekly and monthly Transport section reports are prepared
- Ensure safe to load is implemented and monitored for both Mass and local trucks
- Ensure OBC verified violations are effectively and comprehensively monitored
- Completion of Total Uganda Limited Drivers Manual
- Update of Standard Operation Procedures for Drivers
Education Qualification/ Experience
- Bachelors of Science in Engineering, Industrial studies or any other technical qualification
- 10 years working exposure in maintenance of equipment, Project Management, depot operations, Safety Procedures will be an advantage
Special Skills
- Proven integrity
- Good analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Basic computer skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Understanding of basic financial principals (budget, cost analysis, revenue optimization)
Contact/How to apply:
Handwritten applications naming two references, academic testimonials and detailed up to date curriculum vitae should be addressed to and delivered to
The Human Resource and Administration Manager