District Education Officer - Zombo District Local Government

Job Title: District Education Officer

Ref; DSC/ZB/09/156/01/2013,
Salary scale 1EU, Age 30 years and above.
Vacancy I (one),

Report to: Chief administrative officer.

Main purpose: To coordinate and provide technical and professional guidance in the management of Education and sports policies, plans and programmes in the District.

Duty and Responsibility:

• Implementing Education laws, policies and regulations.
• Implementing approved Education and sports development plans, strategies and councils decisions
• Providing technical and professional advice
• Organizing and facilitating Teachers training programmes
• Coordinating school inspection and sports programmes
• Maintaining an updated Teachers personnel data Bank
Person’s specification

• Should have Honors Bachelor Degree in Education from a recognized University or Institution
• Either Masters Degree in Education planning and management or Human Resource Management or Public Administration and management or related managerial fields from a recognized university or Institution
• A t least 9(nine) years working experience,3(three) of which of which must have been in management of an educational Institution or gained from professional experience in a managerial capacity at the level of principal education officer


Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.

Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.
The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.
Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post

Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs
Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

District Planner (Principal Planner) - Zombo District Local Government

Job Title: District Planner (Principal Planner):
Ref: DSC/ZB/08/156/01/2013,
Salary scale U2, Age 28 years and above,
Vacancy 1 (one), Report to: Chief administrative officer

Main purpose: To develop comprehensive and integrated District Plans, monitor and evaluate their implementation

Duty and Responsibility:

• Formulating, developing, coordinating District development strategies, plans and budgets
• Preparing and disseminating performance standards and I indicators to District to users
• Providing technical support to Departments in preparation and production of District development plans
• Determining District investment priorities
• Coordinating, monitoring and evaluating performance of District Development plans, programmes and projects
• Maintaining District management information system
• Development and maintaining an up-to-date data bank
• Appraising National and District policy and
• Producing minutes of Technical Planning Committee
Person’s specification:

• An Honors Bachelors Degree in Economics, Statistics and Quantitative Economics from a recognized institution plus a minimum of Post Graduate qualification in planning and management from a recognized Institution
• Should have at least 6 years of working experience as a planner, 3 (three) of which should have been at senior level in public or reputable organization



Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.

Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.
The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.

Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post
Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs

Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Accounts assistant - Zombo District Local Government

Job Title: Accounts assistant:

Ref: DSC/ZB/07/156/01/2013,
Salary scale U7, Age 21-35 years,
vacancies 2(two). Report to: Senior accounts assistant

Main purpose; to perform routine accounting activities involving data entry, financial records keeping, sorting and verifying documentations

Duty and Responsibility:

• Preparing vouchers
• Assigning Invoice numbers to transactions for further processing
• Recording data and capturing on the system
• Providing information on electronic fund transfer and executing payment to beneficiaries
• Preparing payment advice form and compiling returns and
• Posting vote Books and subsidiary ledgers
Person specification:

• A minimum of a Diploma with a bias either in Accounting or, Financial Management or, Business
• Studies/Administration with Accounting and/or Financial Management as a subject obtained from a recognized awarding Institution
• OR Full A Pre-professional Qualification in Accounting Qualification (ATC or CAT) awarded from recognized Institution.


Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.

Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.
The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.

Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post
Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs

Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Chief finance officer - Zombo District Local Government

Job Title: Chief finance officer:

Ref; DSC/ZB/06/156/01/2013,
Salary scale UIE, Age: 30 years and above,
No. of vacancy 1 (one), Report to; Chief administrative officer.

Main purpose: To provide guidance and Technical support, on proper management and accountability of financial resources of the District and in accordance with the financial laws

Duty and Responsibility:

• Supervising the collection of Revenues
• Preparing Books of accounts and accounting records
• Managing, controlling and accounting for financial resources of the District
• Preparing and coordinating budgets and work plans for the District Local Government through the Budget Desk
• Reconciling Bank statements’ to iron out discrepancies with cash books
• Preparing financial statements and reports
• Answering audit queries and mandatory inquiries whenever necessary
• Provide technical support to council on financial matters
• Planning, supervising and assessing the performance of staff in the Department of finance
• Reviewing and identifying alternative sources of revenue generation
• Coordinating the procurement and payment of goods and services provided to the District administration, and
• Enforcing adherence to financial policies in all financial transaction
Person’s specification:

• An Honors Bachelors Degree in either commerce(Accounting option) or Business
Administration(Accounting option),or Business studies(Accounting option),or Finance and accounting plus full professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, ACIS, and CPE obtained from a recognized, University/ institution OR Full professional qualification in accounting such as ACCA,CPA,ACIS and CPE obtained from a recognized institution and accredited by Institute of certified Public Accountants of Uganda(ICPAC) plus a minimum of Post Graduate Diploma in Financial management or Business administration from a recognized awarding Institution

• At least nine (9) years experience in accounting, three(3) of which should have been served at the level of Principal finance officer in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization


Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.

Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.
The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.

Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post
Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs
Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Assistant Procurement Officer - Zombo District Local Governmen

Job Title: Assistant Procurement Officer:

Ref: DSC/ZB/05/156/01/2013,
 Salary scale U5,Age limit 21-45 years,
Vacancy 1(one), Reports to: Procurement Officer.

Main purpose:

To facilitate a smooth bidding process and store procurement records and information on suppliers

Duty and Responsibility:

• Storing procurement records and information on suppliers
• Receiving and attending to inquiries from bidders and suppliers
• Distributing bidding documents and Notices
• Notifying bidders on the outcome of the bidding process
• Facilitating and managing the bidding process
• Receiving and registering bids, and
• Advertising Tenders
Persons Specification:

• Either Diploma in procurement and supplies chain management or Diploma in Business studies/Administration with a bias in procurement and supplies management from a recognized awarding Institution, OR,
• A pre-professional qualification in supply chain management discipline obtained from a recognized awarding Institution


Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.
Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.

The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.
Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post

Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs
Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Office Typist - Zombo District Local Government

(4) Job Title: Office Typist:
 Ref; DSC/ZB/04/156/01/2013,
 salary scale U7, Age limit 20-35 years,
Vacancy 1 (one), Reports to: Immediate supervisor

Main purpose:
To type office work and maintain cleanliness and orderliness of office
Duty and Responsibility:

• Typing correspondences and office work
• Receiving and dispatching mails
• Receiving Telephone calls
• Receiving and guiding clients
• Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the office, and
• Keeping and managing records, office stationary and equipment
Person’s specification:

• Ordinary level certificate with at least 2 credits in English Language and3 passes
• UNEB Certificate or Diploma in Secretariat studies or equivalent qualifications from a recognized awarding Institution with the following subjects:
• Business communication stage I
• Typewriting stage II (40wpm)
• Office Practice stage I
• Computer skills using word processing

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.

Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.

The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.

Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post

Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs

Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.

Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Office attendant - Zombo District Local Government

 Job Title: Office attendant:
Ref No; Ref: DSC/ZB/03/156/01/2013,
 salary scaleU8,
 Age 20-35 years,
No. of vacancy 1(one), Report to: office supervisor.


Main purpose: To facilitate effective operation of offices

Duties and Responsibility:

• Cleaning office premises and ensuring that the offices are properly locked
• Collecting and delivering office items, documents, mails and parcels as instructed.
• Preparing and serving Tea to officers,
• Undertaking any official errand outside the office as instructed by the supervisor
Person’s specification:

• A Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a pass in English Language


Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.
Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.
The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.

Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post
Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs
Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Assistant Record officer - Zombo District Local Government

Job Title: Assistant Record officer

Ref: No: DSC/ZB/02/156/01/2013, salary scale U5,Age 21-45 years , No. of vacancies 1(one),
Report to: Record Officer/Senior assistant record officer
Main purpose: To facilitate smooth flow and access to information through record management for action and decision making.

Duties and responsibility:

• Receiving, registering and classifying correspondences
• Filing classified information
• Routing correspondences to responsible officers for action
• Auditing records and registers to ensure proper data bank, and
• Scheduling disposal of unwanted records and information
Person’s specification:

• Advanced certificate in Education (A level) with a Diploma in Library and information science(DLIS) or a Diploma in Records and information management(DRIM) from a recognized institution

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under mentioned vacancies with Zombo District Local Government and the urban councils.

Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.

The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices
Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post
Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs
Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Assistant Chief Administrative Officer - Zombo District Local Government

Job Title: Assistant Chief Administrative Officer:

Ref. No: DSC/ZB/01/156/01/2013, Salary scale U3,
Age limit 28 years and above. Vacancy 1 (one).
Reports to: Chief administrative officer

Main purpose: To assist the chief administrative officer in coordinating and monitoring all development projects, programmes and administrative matters in the county.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Enforcing accountability for financial and other public resources in the county.
• Assessing the service delivery performance levels in the county
• Enforcing compliance to Government policies by NGOs in the county
• Monitoring county adherence to national and District policies programmes and legal obligations.
• Preparing periodic re[ports regarding activities in the county and submitting them to relevant authorities, and
• Providing technical support on implementation of Government policies in the county
Person’s specification:

• An Honors Bachelors Degree in social sciences, Development studies, social works and social administration or arts or Business administration/Business studies(management option),or Bachelor of management sciences from a recognized University.
• A certificate in administrative officers law from a recognized institution
• Should have a working experience of at least three years as administrative officer in a Public or Reputable private organization


How to apply
Applicants should indicate the authority where they want to work and should address /forward their application to the Secretary District Service commission- Zombo to reach him not later than 24th April 2013.
The application forms are obtainable from the Public service commission office, situated on 2nd Floor, Farmers house, Kampala, the Ministry of Local Government headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.
Applications should bear the title and reference number for the post
Applicants should attach three sets of photocopies of their certificates and Testimonials and three recent certified passport size photographs
Those already in Government service should route their application through Heads of Department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid unnecessary delays.
Serving officers may submit an advance copy of the application directly to the secretary District Service commission Zombo to enable the Commission carry out the short listing. Those who had earlier on applied, need not to reapply.

Senior Accounts Assistant - Nakasongola Local Government

Job Title: Senior Accounts Assistant
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• A minimum of a Diploma in Accounting or Financial Management or Business Studies/Administration from a recognized awarding Institution.
• Or, A Pre-professional Accounting Qualification (ATC or CAT ) awarded from a recognized institution and accredited by the institution and accredited by the Institute of Public Accountants of Uganda
• At least three years working experience as an accounts assistant in a reputable Organization
Duties
• Providing custody for accounting records and documents .
• Processing deferred tax payments and returns
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Accounts Assistant - Nakasongola Local Government

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• A minimum of a Diploma in Accounting or Financial Management or Business Studies /Administration from a recognized awarding Institution.
• Or a Pre-professional Accounting qualification (ATC or CAT) awarded from recognized Institution and accredited by the Institute of Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU).
Duties
• Preparing vouchers;
• Assigning Invoice numbers to transactions for further processing ;
• Recording data and capturing on the system
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Driver Jobs - Nakasongola Local Government

Job Title: Driver
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• O level Certificate
• A Valid driving permit of class C or D
• Clean driving record
• Basic mechanical and vehicle maintenance skills
Duties
• Driving vehicles for official duty and assignments;
• Carrying out basic maintenance and cleanliness of the vehicle.
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Office Attendant - Nakasongola Local Government

Job Title: Office Attendant
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• O level Certificate with a pass in English
Duties
• Cleaning office premises and ensuring that the offices are properly locked;
• Collecting and delivering office items, documents ,mail and parcels as instructed
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Plant Operator Jobs - Nakasongola Local Governmen

Job Title: Plant Operator
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• O level Certificate
• Valid driving Permit of Class H.
• Clean plant operating record
• Basic mechanical and plant maintenance skills
Duties
• Operating the plant for official duty and assignments
• Carrying out basic maintenance of the plant
• Ensuring the safety of the plant while on duty
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Town Agent - Nakasongola Local Government

Job Title: Town Agent
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• Ordinary level Certificate plus a Certificate in Public Administration and Management or Social Work and
• Social Administration or Education or Environmental Management or Community Development
Duties
• Mobilizing the population in the ward to meet their civic obligations.
• Collecting and assessing Taxes and Property rates.
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Tax Officer - Nakasongola Local Government

Job Title: Tax Officer
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• A minimum of a degree with a bias either in Accounting or Financial Management or Business Studies/Administration with Accounting and/or
• Financial Management as a subject obtained from a recognized awarding Institution.
Duties
• Assessing Tax payers in the Urbun Council;
• Collecting Taxes within the Urbun Council;
• Establishing and enumerating Taxable property in the Urbun Council
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Clerk Assistant - Nakasongola District Local Government

Job Title: Clerk Assistant
Nakasongola District Local Government is seeking to employ qualified suitable applicants to fill the above vacant post.
Qualifications
• Should have an Honors Bachelors degree in Arts, Social Sciences and Social work and Social Administration with Accounting and /or Financial Management as a subject obtained from a recognized awarding Institution.
Duties
• Arranging for council and committee sessions.
• Communicating schedules of council and committee sessions and ensure circulation of relevant documents
How to apply
Applications in triplicate are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following posts existing in the District and must be submitted to the Secretary District Service Commission on the above address.
Application PSC Form 3 (PSF 3 Revised 2008) is obtained from Secretaries District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission , Kampala
Deadline: 19 /04 / 2013

Plumber Jobs - U.S Mission in Kampala

Job Title: Plumber
The U.S Mission is inviting suitable qualified applicants for the vacant vacancy above.
Qualifications
• Education required: Completion of secondary school (both O and A levels ) is required. Completion of vocational training or apprenticeship recognized as producing journeyman plumbing is required.
• Work Experience required: Three years of journeyman plumbing experience is required .
• Knowledge required: Must have full journeyman plumbing knowledge of established practices and procedures of the plumbing trade is required
Selection Criteria
• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest , budget, and visa status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employees Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
How to apply
Interested candidates for this position must submit the necessary requirements .
Through the address below;
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov.
Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat and please send all documents in one file attachment .
Tel: 0414-259-791/5
Deadline: 09 /04 /2013

Project Coordinator - The Society for Disabled Children in Kampala

Job Title: Project Coordinator
The Uganda Society for Disabled Children is a Ugandan based NGO committed to recognizing and equalizing the rights of Children and disabilities . USDC exists to help children with disabilities and their families access resources and opportunities to enable them to achieve their full potential .
Main Duties
• You are the main point of contact and lead personnel ensuring the effective delivery of the project
• Implement and monitor a project plan for the three year project life cycle in line with the output set out in the DFID log frame.
• Regulary review project timeline, deliverables and planned project activities ,ensure timely delivery and coordination of all project work streams concurrently.
• Support the development of project materials , toolkits and trainings alongside Child to Child consultants
Monitoring and Evaluation
• Ensure that robust M&E are in place and review achievement against DFID Log frames on a weekly basis
• Surpport in the design and implementation of monitoring frameworks and tools including analysis , KAP survey & other monitoring tools)
• Ensure regular tracking of project progress at community level , school, district and national levels
• Organize the collection of and synthesize and analyze data from the 9 project schools and other project activities .
How to apply
Interested candidates should deliver their applications to the following address
Executive Director , Uganda Society for Disabled Children,
Plot 112, Mulago Hill, P. O. Box 16346, Kampala –Uganda
Deadline: 10 / 04 /2013

Personal Assistant - Resolution Health East Africa Limited

Resolution Health East Africa Limited
Resolution Health E A Ltd is an energetic and fast growing regional Medical Benefits Provider headquartered in Nairobi Kenya, and with a country office in Tanzania. Africa. In Uganda, we have partnered with IAA Healthcare to bring a wide array of medical benefits and service providers to the market. We have over 225 staff members and a client base of over 60,000 members in the rest of East Africa.
Job title: Personal Assistant
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Administrative/Clerical
Min. years of experience: 2 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 7, 2013 (All day)
We are looking for a spectacular Personal Assistant to support the daily needs of the Country Manager – Uganda in the recently established office.
The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of executive and administrative support tasks and will be able to work independently. This person must demonstrate intelligence and independence of thought, and be very well organized, flexible, and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting a Country Manager.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Secretarial support:
• Take and relay accurate and timely messages from telephone callers, and answer queries where possible;
• Collect and open all mail addressed to the Country Manager;
• Manage Country Manager’s official expenditures and claims;
• Draft, type and dispatch all the Country Manager’s correspondence;
• Schedule meetings as and when required and ensure the Country Manager is well-prepared for the said meetings;
• Coordinate the Country Manager’s personal schedule;
• Any other duties as assigned by the Country Manager.
2. Time Management:
• Maintain the Country Manager’s calendar, prioritize and schedule meetings;
• Arrange travel plans and itineraries (domestic & international)
• Help the Country Manager manage output, workflow and office deadlines;
3. External Relationship Management:
• Act as the external contact point, providing phone support, screening and follow-up on phone calls
• Ensure timely preparation of materials for meetings; take meetings notes and action points;
• Coordinate both on and off-site meetings - travel planning and all other logistical support;
4. Administrative Functions:
• Maintain and update corporate contact databases and a good filing system and retrieve information as and when required;
• Guarantee that the Manager’s related administrative procedures are led in an efficient way in relation to costs and time;
Qualifications & experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in a business field.
• Must have proficient secretarial training and at least 2 years support experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office
Key Competencies:
• Must be generally good with computers.
• Have experience working with external contacts at a high level;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize;
• Strong attention to detail, organized and delivers within minimal time;
• Excellent judgment and discretion;
• Effective verbal and written communication with good time management skills.
• Assertive and confident;
• Requires minimum supervision;
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
Contact/How to apply:
If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this growing brand, kindly email your application letter, updated CV listing three references with their email or phone contacts, your age and expected remuneration package not later than Sunday 7th April 2013 to jobs@iaa-resolution.co.ug
Applicants must be Ugandan Citizens and ready to start immediately.
Ensure that you quote the position on your email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. To find out more about Resolution Health, log on to www.resolution.co.ke
Medical Coverage for East Africa

School Registrar for the new GEMS School in Kampala

GEMS Education
Founded in 1959 GEMS Education is an international K – 12 Education Company. Its vision is to be the world’s leading provider of quality education, enriching the lives of millions of children and the communities in which they live. GEMS Education works across both the Private and Public sectors. In the Private sector the company is the largest kindergarten to grade 12 education providers in the world. It educates 130,000 students from over 150 nationalities across four continents. GEMS employs over 11,000 education professionals, specialists and staff from over 80 countries. In the Public sector GEMS Education works with governments to lift school performance and improve the standards and expertise of government schools across the globe. The Varkey GEMS Foundation was established in 2010 as an independent, not-for-profit charity. Its aim is to impact 100 underprivileged children for every child enrolled in a GEMS school. The Honorary Chair of the Foundation is former US President, Bill Clinton. GEMS have offices in the United Kingdom, Switzerland, the United States of America, Singapore, India, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kenya, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates and in 2013 shall be opening its first school in Kampala Uganda.
Job title: School Registrar
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Administrative/Clerical
Min. years of experience: 2 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Closing date: April 30, 2013 - 3pm
The Post: Registrar
Seeking and individual who has excellent customer service skills. The individual will be responsible for greeting prospective parents and guiding them through the admissions process.
Maintain accurate record of all places available at the school; maintain waiting list and manage placement test. Manage the maintenance of an accurate database of all new registration, current students and exiting students. Update weekly and monthly enrolment reports for Principal and GEMS Corporate Office.
Skills & Experience:
The successful applicant must be a Fluent in English with a minimum of two years in a customer focused role. Proficient in the latest computer packages with excellent secretarial, communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Previous experience in handling student admissions and registrations within an international school would be preferred.
Contact/How to apply:
Application Process
If you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic about teaching and learning and have the drive and passion to get the most from our students then we would very much welcome your application via the GEMS Education website at www.gemseducation.com/careers
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