Administration assistant - VSO Uganda

VSO Uganda
Job title: Administration assistant
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Gulu
Job category: Administrative/Clerical
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS WordMS ExcelMS Outlook
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 12, 2013 - 5pm
Responsible to: Programme Manager - Livelihoods
Job purpose: To provide support to staff, volunteers, partners, and visitors and assist in the day to day running of the Northern Uganda Youth Livelihoods Programme (YLP).
Responsibilities
Office Management
• Receive and direct incoming calls and greet visitors to office
• Provide general information and assistance
• Assists the Programme manager and Deputy Country Director with administrative and secretarial duties of the programme.
• Photocopy, bind, laminate documents and undertaken general administrative duties in the office.
Programme Administration
• In collaboration with key staff, support programme planning and management.
• Administratively support all programme staff, volunteers and partners.
• Organise meetings, taking minutes and distributing appropriately
• Develop and maintain a documentation system with up to date information for all partners and volunteers.
• Follow up on documentation including placement descriptions, volunteer CVs, partner acceptance letters, partner contracts as required.
• Make volunteer payments in conjunction with the finance team
• Supporting scheduling of Programme meetings.
• Working closely with Programme manager and Deputy Country Director, develop and coordinate plans for Programme visitors, working with logistics staff to make the necessary arrangements.
• With guidance from the Programme Manager, organize and coordinate all programme events, undertake all necessary documentation/reporting processes relating to these events.
• Develop and maintain a system to manage Programme documents and records.
Key Performance Indicators
All visitors are warmly received and efficiently handled.
Deputy Country Director and Programme Manager are assisted to work more efficiently
Programme management activities are well planned and implemented in a timely manner.
Decision requests include all required information and are documented in the required/appropriate format and are submitted to the appropriate person on a timely basis.
Programme documentation is complete, up to date and filed efficiently (hard and soft copies).
Regular reports are set up to track the progress of project/programme.
Information use and storage protocols are in place.
Competencies
Managing resources - Adds Value
Organises own work to meet objectives; clarifies accountability of role.
Delivering results - Adds Value
Develops work plan for self in line with role and overall programme plan. Delivers against own work plan and is accountable
Working together - Adds Value
Proactively supports other team members and contributes to the attainment of project goals.
Striving for excellence - Adds Value
Sets and measures challenging objectives for self
Leading for the future - Aware
Is enthusiastic about VSO’s work, lives VSO’s values and is open to new ideas
Skills, Knowledge and Experience required
Essential:
• At least 3 years administrative experience
• Excellent computer skills (word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, internet)
• Ability to solve basic network IT problems and willingness to develop these skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Experience of a demanding workload and ability to prioritize and effectively manage time in order to deliver high quality work to tight schedules
• Proven ability to build and maintain relations with colleagues, volunteers, VSO stakeholders, including managing difficult situations
• Good basic budgeting and cash management
• Constructive and creative approach solving
• Attention to detail
Knowledge and Qualifications:
• Degree in Business management or Administration or related professional qualification.
• Knowledge of Public Relations / customer service good practice
• Good written and oral communication in English
Personal qualities
• Demonstrate commitment to delivering excellent admin, financial and organisational service
• Warm and welcoming personality
• Team player
• Flexibility to adapt to new situations, with a positive attitude to working in an international organization with progressive work standards.
• Commitment to VSO’s values
• Willingness and ability to develop an understanding of basic programmatic work within VSO
Desirable:
• Experience working with international NGOs
• Experience of database management and desktop publishing
• Knowledge of and ability to speak Luo is an added advantage
• Understanding of the role of international development and more specifically of volunteering in Uganda.
Contact/How to apply:
Send your application and copy of CV to: application@ppg.co.ug

Project Officer - VSO

VSO Uganda
Job title: Project Officer (based in Northern Uganda region)
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Arua, Soroti, Lira, Pader, Moroto
Job category: Project/Program Management
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 12, 2013 - 5pm
Job purpose: Providing effective and efficient support to the implementation of the Youth Livelihoods programme (YLP)
Location, Group & Function: VSO Uganda, Arua, Lira, Pader, Moroto, Soroti
Responsibilities
Development and Delivery:
- Manage implementation of all aspects of the programme in their respective geographical areas, including detailed work planning and implementation and monitoring together with programme staff and implementing institution.
- Develop and maintain detailed plans for projects, producing them in a variety of formats as necessary to suit different audiences.
- Provide appropriate and timely updates to key stakeholders including the Country Director, Deputy Country Director, and Programme Managers on project implementation.
- Compile and maintain a risks and issues log at project level.
- Maintain project management templates, produce guidance and support documents.
In particular, take responsibility for:
- Supporting volunteers in the various assignments on the project.
- Identify areas of good practice for sharing
- Ensuring linkages and referral systems are in place.
Internal Reporting:
Compile reports and information on the project(s)/programme, developing and enforcing protocols for storage and use of information.
Logistics and Administration:
Support and organise key project(s)/programme meetings and events.
Maintain records – set up and maintain project files, establishing document control procedures. Maintain quality register, other registers and logs as necessary.
Grant Management: Support in the effective monitoring of donor grant allocated to project, ensuring appropriate reporting in place.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
Ensure programme documentation is collected and maintained in such a way to assist donor reporting and the M&E requirements of the programme
Competencies
Working together – Adds Value Proactively enables and encourages team work in others
Communicating and Influencing – Adds Value Proactively builds constructive relationships through clear communication and generates effective discussion and mutual support for plans and ideas Managing Knowledge – Adds Value Proactively seeks out new knowledge sources (people and data); uses and shares knowledge effectively
Striving For Excellence – Aware Wants to learn and improve; responds to feedback and strives to meet objectives set by others
Managing Resources – Aware Spends VSO’s money responsibly; organises own work to meet objectives on time and is aware of team workloads
Managing People – Aware Requests and follows up on appropriate support from others; raise concerns about un co-operative colleagues in an appropriate way.
Developing People – Aware Gives constructive feedback that helps others identify and meet development needs.
Leading for the future- Aware Is enthusiastic about VSO’s work, lives VSO’s values and is open to new ideas.
Thinking Strategically – Aware Understands the context of own role; considers impact of own work on that of others.
Delivering results – Adds Value Analyses objectives, considers options, plans and manages appropriately; holds self and team accountable for achieving goals
Skills, Knowledge and Experience required
Essential
Project co-ordination - Experience of co-ordinating, planning and reporting systems; experience of project co-ordination. Ability to actively support a project team to manage competing work priorities. Time management skills. Strong organisation skills.
Knowledge of programme management standards, tools and techniques applicable to the project.
Ability to handle highly confidential information with tact, discretion and sensitivity.
Self motivated, ability to use own initiative, flexibility.
Decision making - Sound judgement and the confidence to take independent action; a high degree of initiative and persistence combined with high levels of discretion and diplomacy.
Ability to analyse and synthesize complex information, use initiative in seeking solutions
Communication - Ability to build productive working relationships, influence and engage others. Excellent interpersonal skills, working effectively with others, listening, understanding and achieving appropriate results.
Information Technology and Numeracy -Demonstrably numerate; confident, experienced and accurate when dealing with financial and other performance information.
Proficient knowledge of Information Technology and excellent working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office software.
Bachelors degree in relevant area and minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
Desirable:
Experience of managing successful projects.
Experience of working in global teams and use of appropriate communication tools.
Contact/How to apply:
Send your application and copy of CV to: application@ppg.co.ug

Programme Driver - VSO Uganda

VSO Uganda
Job title: Programme Driver
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Gulu
Job category: Logistics/Transportation
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Required languages: English
Minimum degree: Certificate
Closing date: April 12, 2013 - 5pm
Job purpose:To ensure safe transportation of staff and other personnel, maintain vehicles and carry out other logistical activities of the Northern Uganda Youth Livelihoods Programme (YLP).
Responsibilities
Transport
• Transport staff and other personnel to and from various destinations, including on trips which may last for several days
• Maintain a log book for all tasks for all trips, fuelling and maintenance
• Ensure vehicles are in sound mechanical condition ready for program activities, conducting daily checks and maintenance.
• Maintain the vehicles in a clean condition at all times.
• Ensure vehicles have all essential accessories such as umbrella, map, fire extinguisher, toolkit, torch, medical kit etc.
• Conduct regular vehicle checks to ensure service schedules are adhered to.
• Ensuring that vehicles are safe and secure at all times.
• Plan routes and estimate requirements for field trips, preparing funding requests as appropriate.
• Fulfill other duties such as picking up and delivering items and running errands.
• Test drive office vehicles to be able to guide external service providers on what to do on vehicles; also to verify work done by external service providers upon return of the vehicle from the garage.
Logistical support
• In collaboration with other key staff support logistics department with handling of house hold equipment for volunteers.
• Take part in ICO sessions to help new volunteers in settling in their placements
• Follow up on feedback from volunteers taking appropriate actions to address issues
• Develop and maintain a documentation system for vehicles operations and liaise with administrative staff to maintain set guidelines.
• Maintenance and servicing of the Generator including oil top-up and fuel top-up
Competencies
Working together - Adds Value
Proactively supports other team members and contributes to the attainment of project goals.
Striving for excellence - Adds Value
Sets and measures challenging objectives for self and assessment of impact on the project.
Managing resources - Adds Value
Organises own work to meet objectives; clarifies accountability of role.
Leading for the future - Aware
Is enthusiastic about VSO’s work, lives VSO’s values and is open to new ideas
Delivering results - Adds Value
Analyses objectives, considers options, plans and manages appropriately; holds self accountable for achieving goals.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience required
• A valid and clean driver’s license
• At least five years driving skill for class B (up to 7 passengers).
• Working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of vehicles.
• Knowledge of basic automotive maintenance procedures
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Well organised and able to develop an operational schedule.
• A good team worker, hardworking, dedicated, committed and friendly.
• Good standard of written and spoken
• Experience in the operation of large four-wheel drive vehicles
• Experience of working with international NGOs
• Experience of working in the humanitarian sector.
Contact/How to apply:
Send your application and copy of CV to: application@ppg.co.ug

Customer Care Agent - Out bound

People Performance Group
People Performance Group is a leading human resource consultancy firm in Uganda. We are looking for a highly professional team to work for our client, a reputable international telecommunication company.
We are seeking to recruit employees with high integrity, dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to fill the position of Customer Care Agent;
Job title: Customer Care Agent - Out bound
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Customer Support/Client Care
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Certificate
Closing date: April 11, 2013 - 4pm
Job Summary:
Proactively making outbound calls to customers to qualify sales leads from various sources, explain the Company value proposition (speed, quality, reliability, simplicity), convert leads into pre-sales and makesales appointments on behalf of Direct Sales Account Managers.
Proactively making outbound calls to customers as specified in Company’s customer lifecycle/ contact management strategy (e.g. welcome call after 1 week, health check calls after 3 – 6 – 12 months, up-/ and cross-selling calls).
Job Description:
• Utilizing approved sales script, gather information,qualify, and make appointments on behalf of Direct Sales Account Managers with targeted customers to convert leads to a new ‘acquired’ customer
• Obtain, where possible, referrals and/or additional sales leads
• Provide quality service, minimise errors and continuously improve performance
• Handle and resolve customer enquiries, complaints, problems in best possible and professional manner, provide product and/or service information as necessary
• Escalate (where necessary) and follow up on customer issues to ensure they are promptly addressed and that complaint resolution is within the agreed SLA’s. Prompt escalation of identified “general” issues affecting many customers incl. resolution follow up with all internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance to agreed Company Call Centre SLA’s, regulatory and other applicable legal requirements
• Participate in sales and other staff meetings as required from time to time
• Actively participate in activities and events and contribute to overall team success
• Complete required daily, weekly and monthly call logs and reports and submit timeously to assigned manager as required. Make appropriate recommendations where necessary
• Record customer and call information into Company data-base, e.g. JIRA
• Provide any other ad hoc duties assigned from time to time by the Line Manager or any other person appointed by the Company for this purpose.
Job Requirements:
Education and experience
• Certificate of Secondary Education
• Ability to work shifts across a six (6) day working week
• Good spoken and written command of the English language
• Ideally previous call centre experience and/or customer care/service
• Previous experience with data and/or Telco related products or services
• PC Literate (MS Office, i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint, social media + Other)
• Experience in the same or similar role in an ISP or telecom services provider advantageous
• Local market knowledge
• Demonstrable successful Interpersonal and networking skills
Contact/How to apply:
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. Please mark your application and the email or envelope subject should be “position name - PPG” where you replace position name with the position you would like to apply for. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Uganda
E-mail: info@ppg.co.ug

Customer Care Agent - In bound

People Performance Group
People Performance Group is a leading human resource consultancy firm in Uganda. We are looking for a highly professional team to work for our client, a reputable international telecommunication company.
We are seeking to recruit employees with high integrity, dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to fill the position of Customer Care Agent;
Job title: Customer Care Agent - In bound
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Customer Support/Client Care
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Certificate
Closing date: April 11, 2013 - 4pm
Job Summary:
Responding to incoming telephone calls and e-mails from customers at the Call Centre. Handling enquiries, problems and complaints as per the prescribed methodology and SLA’s. Escalatingand/ or following up as necessary.
Consolidating customer issues and feedback to improve the Company’s service delivery and uphold its value proposition of speed, quality, reliability and simplicity.
Maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction to build value-based relationships between the Company and its customers.
Job Description:
• Handle and resolve customer enquiries, complaints, problems in best possible and professional manner, provide product and/or service information as necessary
• Provide quality service, minimise errors and continuously improve performance of inbound support/complaint management/resolution, call centre operations/back office, attend to issues raised through web and social media enquiries
• Escalate (where necessary) and follow up on customer issues to ensure they are promptly addressed and that complaint resolution is within the agreed SLA’s. Prompt escalation of identified “general” issues affecting many customers incl. resolution follow up with all internal and external stakeholders
• Manage customer relations, attend to customer queries and take prompt corrective measures, routing calls to appropriate resource as necessary
• Build and maintain effective relationships with customers (internal and external)
• Register Company customers onto the Company network as required
• Record customer and call information into the Company database, e.g. JIRA
• Ensure compliance to agreed Company Call Centre SLA’s, regulatory and other applicable legal requirements
• Participate in sales and other staff meetings as required from time to time
• Actively participate activities and events and contribute to overall team success
• Complete required daily, weekly and monthly call logs and reports and submit timeously to assigned manager as required. Make appropriate recommendations where necessary
• Provide any other ad hoc duties assigned from time to time by the Line Manager or any other person appointed by the Company for this purpose
Education and experience
• Certificate of Secondary Education
• Ability to work shifts across a six (6) day working week
• Good spoken and written command of the English language
• Ideally previous call centre experience and/or customer care/service
• Previous experience with data and/or Telco related products or services
• PC Literate (MS Office, i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint, social media + Other)
• Experience in the same or similar role in an ISP or telecom services provider advantageous
• Local market knowledge
• Demonstrable successful interpersonal and networking skills
Contact/How to apply:
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. Please mark your application and the email or envelope subject should be “position name - PPG” where you replace position name with the position you would like to apply for. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Uganda
E-mail: info@ppg.co.ug

Shop Assistants - Retail

People Performance Group
People Performance Group is a leading human resource consultancy firm in Uganda. We are looking for a highly professional team to work for our client, a reputable international telecommunication company.
We are seeking to recruit employees with high integrity, dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to fill the positions below;
Job title: Shop Assistants - Retail
Country: Uganda
Job category: Customer Support/Client Care
Min. years of experience: 1 year
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Certificate
Closing date: April 11, 2013 - 4pm
Job Summary:
While being the physical ‘face of the Company’ in the marketplace, this position aims to provide exceptionally high levels of customer service to customers at the Company Shops and/ or Kiosks and to convincingly convey the Company’s value proposition (speed, quality, reliability, simplicity) to customers.
Servicing of customer needs will includeproduct/ service demonstrations, new customer acquisitions,airtime and equipment sales, and customercare (including customer queries and complaints management).
Adherence to the relevant Company administrative procedures with regard to reporting, cash handling and safety is key.
Job Description:
• Provide for smooth operations of assigned shop/ outlet and for delivering the shop/ outlet’s sales targets, e.g. new customer acquisitions, airtime sales
• Uphold the Company’s value proposition of speed, quality, reliability and simplicity, and convey it to walk-in customers in a convincing manner
• Up-sell and cross-sell the Company products and services in accordance with agreed processes and guidelines
• Maintain records of all inventories, monitor inventory levels and prepare stock inventory reports; order new supplies in accordance with approved stock levels
• Manage customer relations, attend to customer queries and take prompt corrective measures, escalate where necessary and follow-up until all customer issues are resolved
• Register Company customers onto the Company network as required
• Build and maintain effective relationships with customers (internal and external)
• Complete required daily, weekly and monthly reports and submit timeously to assigned manager as required. Make appropriate recommendations where necessary
• Ensure that merchandise is clean and well displayed in accordance with agreed standards
• Maintain shop cleanliness and health and safety
• Ensure and maintain security of all cash and high risk items at all times
• Participate in sales and other staff meetings as required from time to time
• Actively participate in activities and events and contribute to overall team success
• Provide any other ad hoc duties assigned from time to time by the Line Manager or any other person appointed by the Company for this purpose
Job Requirements:
Education and experience
• Certificate of Secondary Education
• Ability to work long hours and possibly some weekends
• Demonstrable successful 1 – 2 years in retail environment and/or customer care/ service
• Previous experience with data and/or Telco related products or services
• PC Literate (MS Office, i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint, social media + Other)
• Experience with an ISP or telecom services provider advantageous
• Numeracy and accuracy, used to dealing with cash
• Demonstrable successful interpersonal and networking skills
Contact/How to apply:
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. Please mark your application and the email or envelope subject should be “position name - PPG” where you replace position name with the position you would like to apply for. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Uganda
E-mail: info@ppg.co.ug

Account Manager / Field Sales Representatives– Direct

People Performance Group
People Performance Group is a leading human resource consultancy firm in Uganda. We are looking for a highly professional team to work for our client, a reputable international telecommunication company.
We are seeking to recruit employees with high integrity, dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to fill the positions below;
Job title: Account Manager / Field Sales Representatives– Direct
Country: Uganda
Job category: Sales/Business Development
Min. years of experience: 2 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 11, 2013 - 4pm
Job Summary:
Responsible for the acquisition of new SME and Corporate customers within the assigned geographical area, following pre-defined sales and route plans, networking with decision makers in the SME and Corporate segmentsand obtaining referrals.
Responsible for the achievement of daily, weekly and monthly sales targets set by Management.
Job Description:
• Develop intimate knowledge of the composition of the Company market in assigned area(s)/ segment(s). Create and maintain an up-to-date database of existing and potential customers within the assigned area(s)/ segment(s) with the view to expand the Company footprint.
• Execute pre-defined sales and route plans for the assigned customer segment(s) and/ or geographical area(s).
• Ensure that agreed sales targets and objectives are met by expanding market awareness of Company’s brand, products and services. Passing on of sales leads, referrals etc. to colleagues in other geographical territories.
• Customer identification and recruitment: aggressively grow sales volumes and profitability within the assigned segment(s) and/ or geographical area(s) through proactive sales, upholding Company’s value proposition (speed, quality, reliability, simplicity) and understanding customer requirements/needs.
• Effectively plan own activities to ensure that sales and revenue targets are met and unproductive time is minimized.
• Negotiating and closing of sales of assigned leads, referrals etc. plus those sourced through own efforts.
• Creating and delivery of detailed written and accurate proposals as per Company approved processes for commercial agreements to corporatedecision makers as required.
• Register Company customers onto the Company network and install Company routers, dongles and/ or other equipment at the customer premises.
• Record necessary customer details (prospect and activated) for entry into customer master data-base.
• To be responsible for the safe keeping of any cash received from sales until it has been handed over to the Company Cashier or bank in a Company bank account and in full compliance with Company cash handling policies.
• Manage customer relations, attend to customer and consumer queries and take prompt corrective measures.
• Maintain in good condition all tools of trade (“equipment”) issued by Company and ensure that they are returned to the designated Company person for safe keeping at the end of every day.
• Complete required daily, weekly and monthly reports and submit timeously to assigned manager as required. Make appropriate recommendations where necessary.
• Attending daily/weekly team meetings as required.
• Provide any other ad hoc duties assigned from time to time by the Line Manager or any other person appointed by the Company for this purpose.
Job Requirements:
Education and experience
• Degree in Business, Marketing, Sales or other business related degree
• 2 – 3 years of demonstrable successful operational sales experience in telecoms and/or FMCG with ideally SME acquisition experience
• Full valid driver’s motor vehicle licence
• Experience in the same or similar role in an ISP or telecom services provider advantageous
• Good spoken and written command of the English language
• PC Literate (MS Office, i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint, social media + Other)
• Local market knowledge
• Demonstrable successful interpersonal and networking skills
Contact/How to apply:
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. Please mark your application and the email or envelope subject should be “position name - PPG” where you replace position name with the position you would like to apply for. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Uganda
E-mail: info@ppg.co.ug

Account Manager – Indirect - Telecom Company

People Performance Group
People Performance Group is a leading human resource consultancy firm in Uganda. We are looking for a highly professional team to work for our client, a reputable international telecommunication company.
We are seeking to recruit employees with high integrity, dedication, enthusiasm and commitment to fill the positions below;
Job title: Account Manager – Indirect
Country: Uganda
Job category: Sales/Business Development
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 11, 2013 - 10am
Job Summary:
Responsible for the training, development, monitoring and on-the-job coaching of all 3rd party customer facing POS and teams in order to:
- Uphold Company’s value proposition (speed, quality, reliability, simplicity);
- Check on staff’s knowledge of Company’s products and services;
- Eliminate out-of-stocks;
- Maintain Company brand visibility at all locations;
- Maximise new customer acquisitions and airtime sales through Company’s indirect distribution and sales channels; and
- Develop each and every 3rd party distribution and sales partner to its full potential.
- Responsible for the execution of scheduled experiential sales events.
- Responsible for the achievement of daily, weekly and monthly indirect sales targets set by Management.
Job Description:
• Visit assigned 3rd party customer facing POS and teams regularly. Control, train and develop them (Company value proposition, look & feel/ branding, product and service knowledge, out-of-stocks, etc.).
• Manage stock and ensure “Look of Success” in all authorized 3rd party POS complies with Company approved standards.
• Help assigned 3rd party customer facing POS and teams grow to their full potential.
• Assist with the establishment and attendance of all assigned experiential sales/ market activations events. Interact with customers, demonstrate the Company value proposition (speed, quality, reliability, simplicity) and respond to queries. Record necessary customer details (prospect and activated) for entry into customer master database
• To be responsible for the safe keeping of any cash received from sales until it has been handed over to the Company Cashier or bank in a Company bank account and in full compliance with Company cash handling policies.
• Effectively plan own activities to ensure that sales and revenue targets are met and unproductive time is minimized.
• Maintain in good condition all tools of trade (“equipment”) issued by Company and ensure that they are returned to the designated Company person for safe keeping at the end of every day.
• Complete required daily, weekly and monthly reports and submit timeously to assigned manager as required. Make appropriate recommendations where necessary.
• Attending daily/weekly team meetings and activation events as required
• Provide any other ad hoc duties assigned from time to time by the Line Manager or any other person appointed by the Company for this purpose.
Job Requirements:
Education and experience
• Full valid driver’s motor vehicle licence
• 2 – 3 years of demonstrable successful operational sales experience in telecoms and/or FMCG, with distributor, territory, channel or other indirect channel sales experience
• Experience in the same or similar role in an ISP or telecom services provider, or experience gained in motivating others to sell B2B products advantageous
• Good spoken and written command of the English language
• PC Literate (MS Office, i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint, social media + Other)
• Local market knowledge
• Demonstrable successful Interpersonal and Networking skills
Contact/How to apply:
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. Please mark your application and the email or envelope subject should be “position name - PPG” where you replace position name with the position you would like to apply for. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Uganda
E-mail: info@ppg.co.ug

Online Editor - Monitor Publications

Monitor Publications
Job title: Online Editor
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: kampala
Job category: Editorial/Writing
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Minimum degree: Diploma
Closing date: April 8, 2013 - 5pm
Monitor Publications Limited is seeking for suitable qualified applicants to fill the vacant post above.
Responsibilities
• Re-copy taste editorial content from the monitor , headlines and captions for facts , accuracy , taste , house-style, language use, clarity, details and objectivity
• Edits copy to appropriate length, clarity and style without distorting facts or dispensing with salient points
• Selects and edits pictures and write /re-writes appropriate captions to enhance their quality
Qualifications
• Basic University Degree
• Diploma in Journalism
• 3 to 5 years working experience in a newsroom
• Excellent writing and editing skills with good understanding of online writing and editing requirements such as the use of keywords , hyperlinks and navigation
Contact/How to apply:
If you believe that you are our ideal candidate ,
please submit your applications ,
detailed CV and academic documents with a daytime telephone number .
Resourcing and Talent Management Specialist ,
Monitor Publications Ltd . P. O. Box 12141, Kampala ,
Uganda

Maintenance Manager - Monitor Publications

Monitor Publications
Job title: Maintenance Manager
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: kampala
Job category: Engineering
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 8, 2013 - 5pm
Monitor Publications Limited is seeking for suitable qualified applicants to fill the vacant post above.
Responsibilities
• Ensure general maintenance and repair of press and equipment is carried out as per schedule.
• Develops and execute preventative maintenance plans for the company press and auxiliary equipment
• Management of maintenance staff. Participates in performance reviews capacity gap analysis and formal staff development initiatives
Qualifications
• Basic university degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution
• Engineer registration board certificate
• At least 5 years working experience in an engineering supervisory role
• A strong appreciation of printing and publications business
Contact/How to apply:
If you believe that you are our ideal candidate , please submit your applications , detailed CV and academic documents with a daytime telephone number .
Resourcing and Talent Management Specialist , Monitor Publications Ltd . P. O. Box 12141, Kampala , Uganda

Principal Internal Auditor - Lwengo District Local Government

Lwengo District Local Government
Job title: Principal Internal Auditor
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Lwego
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 22, 2013 - 5pm
Lwengo District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants for the vacant post above.
Job Qualifications
• Either ; Honors Bachelors degree in Accounting or Auditing from a recognized University or Institution plus full Professional qualifications in Accounting or Auditing from a recognized institution
• Or ; Full Professional qualifications in Accounting or Auditing from a recognized awarding Institution plus a minimum of a post graduate Diploma in Finance Management or Auditing or Business Administration from a recognized Institution.
Job Responsibility
• Managing and coordinating District Audit Function
• Carrying out special Audit assignments
• Facilitating and evaluating Risk management process
• Producing and submitting internal Audit reports to relevant authorities
Contact/How to apply:
Application forms PSC (Form 3 ) are obtainable from the office of the Public Service Commission , Kampala , District Service Commissions country wide, Chief Administrative Officers office and Town Clerks offices.
Secretary District Service Commission
P. O. Box 1396, Lwengo

Laboratory Technician - Local Government in Nakasongora

Laboratory Technician Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
at Nakasongola Local Government in Nakasongora

Nakasongora District Local Government is seeking for qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacancy mentioned above.
Qualifications
• Must have a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Techniques from a recognized Institution.
• Must be registered and licensed with the Allied Health Professionals
Duties
• Analyzing and interpreting laboratory results and submitting reports
• Liaising with ward management in preparation of patients for Laboratory tests.
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the above post which exists at the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission .
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commission , Kampala. Serving Officers should route their applications through their Heads of Departments. Certified copies of all relevant certificates /transcripts in triplicate and three recent passport photos must be attached . For posts where experience is needed , copies of letters of appointments, confirmations, promotions if any should be attached . Indicate reliable contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Deadline: 19 /04 /2013

Health Assistant - Local Government in Nakasongora

Health Assistant Jobs Opportunity in Uganda
at Nakasongola Local Government in Nakasongora

Nakasongora District Local Government is seeking for qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacancy mentioned above.
Qualifications
• Must have a Certificate in Environmental Health Science or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered and licensed with the Allied Health Professionals Council.
Duties
• Participating in Community Based Environmental Health Activities
• Enforcing Environmental Health Act , Regulations and By-laws
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the above post which exists at the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission .
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commission , Kampala. Serving Officers should route their applications through their Heads of Departments. Certified copies of all relevant certificates /transcripts in triplicate and three recent passport photos must be attached . For posts where experience is needed , copies of letters of appointments, confirmations, promotions if any should be attached . Indicate reliable contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Deadline: 19 /04 /2013

Enrolled Midwife - Local Government in Nakasongora

Enrolled Midwife Jobs Opportunity in Uganda
at Nakasongola Local Government in Nakasongora

Nakasongora District Local Government is seeking for qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacancy mentioned above.
Qualifications
• Must have an enrolled Midwife Certificate or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• Must be registered and Licensed with the Nurses and Midwives Council.
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the above post which exists at the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission .
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commission , Kampala. Serving Officers should route their applications through their Heads of Departments. Certified copies of all relevant certificates /transcripts in triplicate and three recent passport photos must be attached . For posts where experience is needed , copies of letters of appointments, confirmations, promotions if any should be attached . Indicate reliable contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Deadline: 19 /04 /2013

Stores Assistant - District Local Government in Nakasongora

Stores Assistant Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
at District Local Government in Nakasongora

Nakasongora District Local Government is seeking for qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacancy mentioned above.
Qualifications
• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 passes including Credits in Mathematics and English Language plus
• A certificate in Stores and Supplies Management from a recognized awarding Institution.
Duties
• Receiving and recording supplier’s invoices.
• Checking and verifying issue notes and invoices
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the above post which exists at the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission .
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commission , Kampala. Serving Officers should route their applications through their Heads of Departments. Certified copies of all relevant certificates /transcripts in triplicate and three recent passport photos must be attached . For posts where experience is needed , copies of letters of appointments, confirmations, promotions if any should be attached . Indicate reliable contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Deadline: 19 /04 /2013

Anesthetic Assistant - Local Government in Nakasongora

Anesthetic Assistant Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
at Nakasongola Local Government in Nakasongora

Nakasongora District Local Government is seeking for qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacancy mentioned above.
Qualifications
• Must have an ordinary Diploma in Anesthesia from a recognized institution .
• Must be registered and Licensed with the Allied Health Professionals Council.
Duties
• Preparing patients for anesthesia and administering it.
• Providing pre and post-operative care to patients.
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the above post which exists at the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission .
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commission , Kampala. Serving Officers should route their applications through their Heads of Departments. Certified copies of all relevant certificates /transcripts in triplicate and three recent passport photos must be attached . For posts where experience is needed , copies of letters of appointments, confirmations, promotions if any should be attached . Indicate reliable contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
Deadline: 19 /04 /2013

Regional Agronomist - IFDC in Mbale

Regional Agronomist Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
at IFDC in Mbale

Location: Mbale
The International Fertilizer Development Centre (IFDC) is a public international organizational organization (PIO) governed by an international board of directors with representation from developed and developing nations .
Job Summary
• The role of the agronomists is to develop and disseminate intensified , sustainable production methods for smallholder farmers for priority commodities –Irish potato, cassava, rice (particularly paddy rice) and sunflower-as well as crops grown in association with these crops (usually as rotations).
• Dissemination is primarily through interaction with Government and non-government partiners, including farmer organizations, agro-input dealers, NGOs, international research organizations, and
• Government research and extension.
How to apply
Complete position descriptions and application procedures can be found at www.ifdc.org\employment.
Deadline: 12 /04/2013

Procurement Assistant - Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Procurement Assistant Jobs Opportunity in Uganda
at Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Uganda Clays Ltd is one of major manufacturers and suppliers of clay baked building products in the Eastern and Central Africa region . It has two factories one at Kajjansi and another at Kamonkoli. Applications are invited from suitably qualified competent and dynamic individuals for the above post.
Specifications
• To receive and record purchase requisitions
• To record invoices and passing them for payment.
• Processing and following orders for purchases .
• Getting quotations for the various Company requirements .
• Filling documents and maintaining proper record of purchases.
Person Specifications
• A degree in Procurement Management , or supplies and chain management or in a related course.
• Should be having a working experience of three years in a busy small to medium sized manufacturing /trading/construction/Service Company.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft word , Excel and an accounting package.
How to apply
Candidates that have relevant experience , know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above positions, current remuneration ,, copies of certificates / testimonials and addresses of three referees plus telephone contact to the undersigned not later than two weeks from the date of this advert.
Human Resource Manager
Uganda Clays Ltd
P. O. Box 3188,
Kampala
Deadline: 22 /04 /2013

Industrial Ceramist - Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Industrial Ceramist Jobs Opportunity in Uganda
at Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Uganda Clays Ltd is one of major manufacturers and suppliers of clay baked building products in the Eastern and Central Africa region . It has two factories one at Kajjansi and another at Kamonkoli. Applications are invited from suitably qualified competent and dynamic individuals for the above post.
Specifications
• To ensure correct clay mix /kaolin is available for production
• Supervising of product molding .
• Supervising of drying products
• Supervising of baking of clay products.
• Preparation and provision of all data documentation and reports related to the above activities
Person Specifications
• A diploma in industrial ceramics
• Working experience of three years in related field
• Computer literacy in Ms.office word and excel
How to apply
Candidates that have relevant experience , know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above positions, current remuneration ,, copies of certificates / testimonials and addresses of three referees plus telephone contact to the undersigned not later than two weeks from the date of this advert.
Human Resource Manager
Uganda Clays Ltd
P. O. Box 3188,
Kampala
Deadline: 22 /04 /2013

Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant - Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant Jobs in Uganda
at Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala



Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant
Uganda Clays Ltd is one of major manufacturers and suppliers of clay baked building products in the Eastern and Central Africa region . It has two factories one at Kajjansi and another at Kamonkoli. Applications are invited from suitably qualified competent and dynamic individuals for the above post.
Specifications
• To prepare laboratory reagents and stains for routine investigations .
• To carry out laboratory tests and submit reports to clinicians .
• To manage and account for allocated resources (reagents and media equipments)
Person Specifications
• A Diploma in medical Laboratory Techniques from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered with the Allied Health Professional Council.
• Must be having a valid Annual Practicing License
• Working experience of at least two years in a similar position in medium sized clinic or Health Centre 111.
How to apply
Candidates that have relevant experience , know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above positions, current remuneration ,, copies of certificates / testimonials and addresses of three referees plus telephone contact to the undersigned not later than two weeks from the date of this advert.
Human Resource Manager
Uganda Clays Ltd
P. O. Box 3188,
Kampala
Deadline: 22 /04 /2013

Yard Stores Supervisor - Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Yard Stores Supervisor Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
at Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Uganda Clays Ltd is one of major manufacturers and suppliers of clay baked building products in the Eastern and Central Africa region . It has two factories one at Kajjansi and another at Kamonkoli. Applications are invited from suitably qualified competent and dynamic individuals for the above post.
Specifications
• Receive and record all the baked products from the klin and ensure that they are stacked in an orderly manner.
• Count and check the products for which a loading note has been properly issued.
• Record all the broken and damaged products
• Coordinate the stores activities of all the outlets.
Person Specifications
• A degree in Business Administration –Accounting or related field.
• Work experience of three years in store management in small to medium sized manufacturing or Construction or Trading Company.
• Computer literacy in MS.office and an accounting package
How to apply
Candidates that have relevant experience , know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above positions, current remuneration ,, copies of certificates / testimonials and addresses of three referees plus telephone contact to the undersigned not later than two weeks from the date of this advert.
Human Resource Manager
Uganda Clays Ltd
P. O. Box 3188,
Kampala
Deadline: 22 /04 /2013

Accounts Assistant - Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Accounts Assistant Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
at Uganda Clays Ltd in Kampala

Uganda Clays Ltd is one of major manufacturers and suppliers of clay baked building products in the Eastern and Central Africa region . It has two factories one at Kajjansi and another at Kamonkoli. Applications are invited from suitably qualified competent and dynamic individuals for the above post.
Specifications
• Compile a daily sales and bank balance report.
• Prepare invoices for goods sold.
• Reconcile the daily payment transactions for the various sales outlets.
• Prepare and post relevant journal vouchers , Credit Notes and Debt Note for and after approval
Person Specifications
• A degree in Business Administration ( Accounting )
• Should be having a working experience of three years in similar position in a small to medium sized manufacturing /construction/trading company.
• Computer skills in MS-office.
How to apply
Candidates that have relevant experience , know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above positions, current remuneration ,, copies of certificates / testimonials and addresses of three referees plus telephone contact to the undersigned not later than two weeks from the date of this advert.
Human Resource Manager
Uganda Clays Ltd
P. O. Box 3188,
Kampala
Deadline: 22 /04 /2013

Agribusiness Cluster Specialists - IFDC in Kampala

Agribusiness Cluster Specialists Jobs in Uganda
at IFDC in Kampala

The International Fertilizer Development Centre (IFDC) is a public international organization (PIO) governed by an international board of directors with representation from developed and developing nations .
Job Summary
• Oversee the development of agribusiness Clusters for priority commodities-Cassava, rice (particularly paddy rice) and sunflower-as well as crops grown in association with these crops (usually rotations ).
• The ABC specialist in Mbale should have a proven track record in the rice sector.
• ABC specialists coordinate the identification, training and activation of agribusiness clusters (ABCs)
• ABC s are defined as an all actors collaborating to build profile value chains (producers and their organizations, input suppliers, financial service providers , processors warehousing-value addition , traders-buyers-market, parties, business development services, others)
• The agribusiness cluster approach is designed to support rural small holders to move from subsistence farming to farming as a business through a sustainable improvement in productivity and quality, leading to marketable surpluses and increased family incomes
How to apply
Complete position descriptions and application procedures can be found at www.ifdc.org\employment.
Deadline: 12 /04 /2013

Accounts Assistant - IFDC in Kampala

Accounts Assistant Jobs Vacancy in Uganda
at IFDC in Kampala

The International Fertilizer Development Centre (IFDC) is a public international organization (PIO) governed by an international board of directors with representation from developed and developing nations .
Job Summary
• Will be responsible for provision of Administrative and financial management support for the project regional office
• Reporting to the Finance Manager, will be responsible for general administrative and logical support necessary within the project , ensuring that funds are spent compliantly and reasonable within the limits of pre-agreed budgets
How to apply
Complete position descriptions and application procedures can be found at www.ifdc.org\employment.
Deadline: 12 /04 /2013