Job Title Administration and Finance Assistant
Organisation: International Organization for Migration
Categories:Administration/HR
Country: Uganda
City: kyangwali
Closing date: 19 Sep 2013
OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
Under the direct supervision of the WASH project officer and the National Resource Management Officer, in close coordination with the, and under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission, the incumbent will be responsible for Administrative and finance related matters. In particular, the incumbent will be responsible for:
Assist the Project Officer in overall administrative and financial support in the day-to-day management and functioning of the Field Office in Kyangwali to particularly identify, receive and inspect supplies/equipment/services provided in Kyangwali refugee settlement emergency operations.
Ensure efficient delivery and disposition of quality supplies/equipment/services.
Be responsible for the establishment and maintenance of accurate and complete records of all equipment and supplies received, stored and distributed to refugees. Monitor procurement including those handled by third party agents.
Saturday, 14 September 2013
Labour Migration Intern Job Vacancy in Uganda at International Organization for Migration
Job Opportunity Labour Migration Intern
Organization International Organization for Migration
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Closing date: 19 Sep 2013
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project assistant- Labor migration, and the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator, the incumbent will work on implementing two IOM projects entitled: “Contributing to Improved Labour Market Information through the UN Joint Programme on Population” and “Strengthening Labour Migration Management and Productivity in Uganda” by:
Assisting in the coordination and supervision of the implementation of the two project’s activities with relevant government officials, IOM staff and consultants.
Assisting in drawing up comprehensive implementation plans for project activities.
Assisting in managing, directing, mentoring and supervising IOM staff and national consultants associated with both projects.
Participating in workshops, training sessions and roundtables with government officials and other partners.
Assisting in the development of methodology for the creation of several reports related to labour market and labour migration as well as the collection of relevant data.
Editing reports to meet the highest possible technical and editorial standards.
Assisting in preparing interim and final donor reports.
Assisting in representing IOM on labour migration and labour market information issues.
Assisting the Project Development unit to develop new projects related to labour migration and migration and development.
Any other duty within the incumbent’s capabilities as may be assigned.
Organization International Organization for Migration
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Closing date: 19 Sep 2013
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project assistant- Labor migration, and the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator, the incumbent will work on implementing two IOM projects entitled: “Contributing to Improved Labour Market Information through the UN Joint Programme on Population” and “Strengthening Labour Migration Management and Productivity in Uganda” by:
Assisting in the coordination and supervision of the implementation of the two project’s activities with relevant government officials, IOM staff and consultants.
Assisting in drawing up comprehensive implementation plans for project activities.
Assisting in managing, directing, mentoring and supervising IOM staff and national consultants associated with both projects.
Participating in workshops, training sessions and roundtables with government officials and other partners.
Assisting in the development of methodology for the creation of several reports related to labour market and labour migration as well as the collection of relevant data.
Editing reports to meet the highest possible technical and editorial standards.
Assisting in preparing interim and final donor reports.
Assisting in representing IOM on labour migration and labour market information issues.
Assisting the Project Development unit to develop new projects related to labour migration and migration and development.
Any other duty within the incumbent’s capabilities as may be assigned.
Assistant Country Director Job Opportunity In Uganda at GOAL
Job Title Assistant Country Director - Systems, Uganda
Organisation:GOAL
Categories:Management
Country:Uganda
City:Kampala
Closing date: 19 Sep 2013
Description
The GOAL Uganda country project focuses on two of GOAL’s three strategic sectors, namely: Health (including WASH, HIV and health accountability programming); and Livelihoods. GOAL Uganda mainstreams HIV, gender, child protection and the environment/DRR across all programming. GOAL works on a district focused approach, and uses a mixture of direct implementation and partnerships with local organisations to give effect to the mission.
The current GOAL Uganda country programme operational areas:
The Bugiri / Namayingo District Project, South Eastern Uganda, established in 2001, currently has a water and sanitation project and a health accountability project, both are implemented through national partners.
The Agago District Project, North Eastern Uganda, established in 2003 has transitioned from an emergency programme to a development programme. Implementation is through partners in the HIV and WASH sectors and directly and through private sector partners in Livelihood.
The Abim District Project, North Eastern Uganda (Western Karamoja) was established in 2008. This development project implements through partners in the HIV and WASH sectors and directly in the Livelihood sectors.
Description of the role:
Reporting to: County Director Contract Length: 12 months Location: Kampala
Start date: ASAP
The Assistant Country Director (ACD) Systems is a key member of the Senior Management Team at a country level, who will support and assist the CD in the overall management and leadership of the country programme. The ACD will assist the building and running of an organisation that can design, implement, monitor, evaluate and report on cost effective interventions of a high quality, consistent with relevant standards and norms. The ACD assists in the strategic planning and management of the country programme, working with programme and project teams and head office staff to define and implement a programme that gives meaning to GOAL’s mission, policies and procedures, within the Ugandan context.
The ACD will be expected to have a good understanding of the overall country programme, and be able to effectively deputise for the CD when s/he is on leave or absent, and to effectively represent the organisation and the country programme to external stakeholders.
The ACD will have responsibility for sections of the country programme including Human Resources and Administration, Logistics and I.T., as well as providing technical support and oversight of Finance. The ACD will have a focus on systems development, documentation and implementation, including working with HR on an effective in-house training programme and with Finance, Logistics and HR on audit systems for GOAL and donor policies. This will include the effective management of the GOAL asset register by facilitating the co-ordination of Logistics and Finance information.
The role of the ACD will be to coordinate and supervise the Logistics Coordinator, HRAC, Financial Controller and IT department and to agree strategic priorities so as to ensure the efficient and effective implementation of GOAL’s programmes in Uganda. The job holder is not expected to manage the Coordinators, their sections or teams on a daily basis, nor to act in their place except for periods of leave or where it is unavoidable.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
General Responsibilities:
• Develop a good understanding of the overall country programme;
• Deputise for the CD when CD is absent;
• Represent GOAL and the country programme, where relevant to external stakeholders;
• Agree with CD monthly and annual objectives, and provide CD with a monthly report on progress;
• Act as part of the Senior Management Team of the country programme, and chair meetings in absence of the CD;
• Perform other tasks, as agreed with the Country Director.
Finance:
• Provide Financial Controller with technical support and supervision as required to assist with the implementation of their work, particularly around budgeting and donor reporting;
• Perform monthly review of management reports and payroll;
• Coordinate with the Country Finance Team to ensure that field core cost budget management tools are provided for review and management;
• Prepare and manage the overall core cost budgets for GOAL Uganda;
• Manage the equipment budget for all GOAL Uganda.
Internal Audit & Donor Compliance:
• Direct management of Internal Auditor/ Donor Compliance Officer;
• Ensure Donor Compliance reports are submitted to Dublin on time;
• Ensure organisational compliance to donor policies and guidelines.
Human Resources and Administration:
• Directly supervise the Human Resources and Administration Coordinator (HRAC);
• Agree with the HRAC monthly and longer term objectives for his/her department and review on a monthly basis their achievement based, in part, upon agreed performance indicators.
• Ensure, with HRAC, effective monthly reporting on key indicators both for information and with a view to effective strategic planning of resources;
• Support management to implement an effective annual performance review and review the process regularly.
• Ensure that HR planning, including training succession planning, is developed in coordination with annual programme planning;
• Provide HRAC with reasonable support and supervision as required to assist with the implementation of their work.
Logistics:
• Directly supervise the Logistics Coordinator (Log Co);
• Agree with the Log Co monthly and longer term objectives for his/her department and review on a monthly basis their achievement based, in part, upon agreed performance indicators.
• Ensure, with Log Co, effective monthly reporting on key indicators both for information and with a view to effective strategic planning of resources;
• Support the Log Co to lead and develop all members of their teams;
• Provide Log Co with reasonable support and supervision as required to assist with the implementation of their work and to ensure that targets are being achieved;
• Support Log Co to work with other functions and programmes to coordinate and link work across the country programme;
• Ensure there is a system in place for the technical support and supervision of the Field Logistics teams;
• Ensure, with Log Co, compliance of logistical operation with GOAL Logistical Manual and with Donor requirements;
• Guide, review, monitor and audit procurement transactions to ensure value of money and adequate specifications of items procured, as well as in areas such as code of conduct, ethics, fraud prevention and government procurement compliance;
• Liaise closely with the CD, FC and programme team to ensure that adequate resources are budgeted for when planning new programmes.
IT:
• Directly supervise the IT department;
• Agree with the IT team monthly and longer term objectives and review on a monthly basis their achievement based, in part, upon agreed performance indicators;
• Ensure that the IT planning reflects programme priorities;
• Ensure support and oversight by IT team for IT related issues including adherence to IT guidelines;
• Liaise with Dublin IT support in relation to IT maintenance and IT equipment management and formatting;
• Ensure that regular back ups and virus checks are carried out.
Policy, Procedures and Guidelines
• Working with the CD and the Senior Management Team (SMT) identify areas requiring development and set out priorities and plans for meeting them;
• Implement plans and report to CD and SMT on progress;
• Be responsible for implementation of the Document Management System throughout GOAL;
• Support policy development and implementation in Logistics, HR, IT and Finance, working with the respective Coordinators;
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of Logistics, HR, IT and Finance systems to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the organisation;
• Liaise with Dublin on development of policies within head office and the field, sharing information in order to encourage the development of systems that are valuable for all parts of the organisation;
• Work with CD to plan and implement a process for Contingency Planning that identifies scenarios and develops response plans, suitable relationships with other stakeholders, and relationships with Dublin Ops.
Person Specification
Essential Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years senior management experience
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
• 2 + years of previous overseas management experience in an INGO
• Education to a degree level, or significant relevant experience that shows an ability to critically analyse and apply information in management and work situations at a similar level
• Strong demonstrable previous experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• An interest in capacity building/mentoring of teams
• An ability to travel
• Budgetary control and financial management skills
How to apply:
http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Apply.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BEVGTAZ&jid...
Organisation:GOAL
Categories:Management
Country:Uganda
City:Kampala
Closing date: 19 Sep 2013
Description
The GOAL Uganda country project focuses on two of GOAL’s three strategic sectors, namely: Health (including WASH, HIV and health accountability programming); and Livelihoods. GOAL Uganda mainstreams HIV, gender, child protection and the environment/DRR across all programming. GOAL works on a district focused approach, and uses a mixture of direct implementation and partnerships with local organisations to give effect to the mission.
The current GOAL Uganda country programme operational areas:
The Bugiri / Namayingo District Project, South Eastern Uganda, established in 2001, currently has a water and sanitation project and a health accountability project, both are implemented through national partners.
The Agago District Project, North Eastern Uganda, established in 2003 has transitioned from an emergency programme to a development programme. Implementation is through partners in the HIV and WASH sectors and directly and through private sector partners in Livelihood.
The Abim District Project, North Eastern Uganda (Western Karamoja) was established in 2008. This development project implements through partners in the HIV and WASH sectors and directly in the Livelihood sectors.
Description of the role:
Reporting to: County Director Contract Length: 12 months Location: Kampala
Start date: ASAP
The Assistant Country Director (ACD) Systems is a key member of the Senior Management Team at a country level, who will support and assist the CD in the overall management and leadership of the country programme. The ACD will assist the building and running of an organisation that can design, implement, monitor, evaluate and report on cost effective interventions of a high quality, consistent with relevant standards and norms. The ACD assists in the strategic planning and management of the country programme, working with programme and project teams and head office staff to define and implement a programme that gives meaning to GOAL’s mission, policies and procedures, within the Ugandan context.
The ACD will be expected to have a good understanding of the overall country programme, and be able to effectively deputise for the CD when s/he is on leave or absent, and to effectively represent the organisation and the country programme to external stakeholders.
The ACD will have responsibility for sections of the country programme including Human Resources and Administration, Logistics and I.T., as well as providing technical support and oversight of Finance. The ACD will have a focus on systems development, documentation and implementation, including working with HR on an effective in-house training programme and with Finance, Logistics and HR on audit systems for GOAL and donor policies. This will include the effective management of the GOAL asset register by facilitating the co-ordination of Logistics and Finance information.
The role of the ACD will be to coordinate and supervise the Logistics Coordinator, HRAC, Financial Controller and IT department and to agree strategic priorities so as to ensure the efficient and effective implementation of GOAL’s programmes in Uganda. The job holder is not expected to manage the Coordinators, their sections or teams on a daily basis, nor to act in their place except for periods of leave or where it is unavoidable.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
General Responsibilities:
• Develop a good understanding of the overall country programme;
• Deputise for the CD when CD is absent;
• Represent GOAL and the country programme, where relevant to external stakeholders;
• Agree with CD monthly and annual objectives, and provide CD with a monthly report on progress;
• Act as part of the Senior Management Team of the country programme, and chair meetings in absence of the CD;
• Perform other tasks, as agreed with the Country Director.
Finance:
• Provide Financial Controller with technical support and supervision as required to assist with the implementation of their work, particularly around budgeting and donor reporting;
• Perform monthly review of management reports and payroll;
• Coordinate with the Country Finance Team to ensure that field core cost budget management tools are provided for review and management;
• Prepare and manage the overall core cost budgets for GOAL Uganda;
• Manage the equipment budget for all GOAL Uganda.
Internal Audit & Donor Compliance:
• Direct management of Internal Auditor/ Donor Compliance Officer;
• Ensure Donor Compliance reports are submitted to Dublin on time;
• Ensure organisational compliance to donor policies and guidelines.
Human Resources and Administration:
• Directly supervise the Human Resources and Administration Coordinator (HRAC);
• Agree with the HRAC monthly and longer term objectives for his/her department and review on a monthly basis their achievement based, in part, upon agreed performance indicators.
• Ensure, with HRAC, effective monthly reporting on key indicators both for information and with a view to effective strategic planning of resources;
• Support management to implement an effective annual performance review and review the process regularly.
• Ensure that HR planning, including training succession planning, is developed in coordination with annual programme planning;
• Provide HRAC with reasonable support and supervision as required to assist with the implementation of their work.
Logistics:
• Directly supervise the Logistics Coordinator (Log Co);
• Agree with the Log Co monthly and longer term objectives for his/her department and review on a monthly basis their achievement based, in part, upon agreed performance indicators.
• Ensure, with Log Co, effective monthly reporting on key indicators both for information and with a view to effective strategic planning of resources;
• Support the Log Co to lead and develop all members of their teams;
• Provide Log Co with reasonable support and supervision as required to assist with the implementation of their work and to ensure that targets are being achieved;
• Support Log Co to work with other functions and programmes to coordinate and link work across the country programme;
• Ensure there is a system in place for the technical support and supervision of the Field Logistics teams;
• Ensure, with Log Co, compliance of logistical operation with GOAL Logistical Manual and with Donor requirements;
• Guide, review, monitor and audit procurement transactions to ensure value of money and adequate specifications of items procured, as well as in areas such as code of conduct, ethics, fraud prevention and government procurement compliance;
• Liaise closely with the CD, FC and programme team to ensure that adequate resources are budgeted for when planning new programmes.
IT:
• Directly supervise the IT department;
• Agree with the IT team monthly and longer term objectives and review on a monthly basis their achievement based, in part, upon agreed performance indicators;
• Ensure that the IT planning reflects programme priorities;
• Ensure support and oversight by IT team for IT related issues including adherence to IT guidelines;
• Liaise with Dublin IT support in relation to IT maintenance and IT equipment management and formatting;
• Ensure that regular back ups and virus checks are carried out.
Policy, Procedures and Guidelines
• Working with the CD and the Senior Management Team (SMT) identify areas requiring development and set out priorities and plans for meeting them;
• Implement plans and report to CD and SMT on progress;
• Be responsible for implementation of the Document Management System throughout GOAL;
• Support policy development and implementation in Logistics, HR, IT and Finance, working with the respective Coordinators;
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of Logistics, HR, IT and Finance systems to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the organisation;
• Liaise with Dublin on development of policies within head office and the field, sharing information in order to encourage the development of systems that are valuable for all parts of the organisation;
• Work with CD to plan and implement a process for Contingency Planning that identifies scenarios and develops response plans, suitable relationships with other stakeholders, and relationships with Dublin Ops.
Person Specification
Essential Requirements:
• Minimum 3 years senior management experience
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
• 2 + years of previous overseas management experience in an INGO
• Education to a degree level, or significant relevant experience that shows an ability to critically analyse and apply information in management and work situations at a similar level
• Strong demonstrable previous experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• An interest in capacity building/mentoring of teams
• An ability to travel
• Budgetary control and financial management skills
How to apply:
http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Apply.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BEVGTAZ&jid...
Graphic design and print specialist Job Opportunity in Uganda at Voluntary Service Overseas
Job title Graphic design and print specialist
Organization Voluntary Service Overseas
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Category Information Technology
Closing date: 30 Nov 2013
Under Uganda’s National Development Plan (2010-2015), the Ministry of Education and Sports (MOES) strives to improve the quality of education. VSO is working with the MOES as it seeks to increase literacy and health seeking behaviour. The Graphic design and print specialist will support the overall programme as the project team will be developing learning and reading materials requiring graphic design and printing. The placement will also entail building the capacity of the team working at the printing centre to use and maintain equipment.
What does the role involve?
The volunteer will be based at the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) and will support the overall project and team as they generate materials for use in education settings. This will involve:
•assisting with the establishment of a printing centre at the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) to support the development and production of reading and instruction materials for early grade teaching
•supporting the design of early grade reading and instructional materials
•building the capacity of NCDC to use, maintain and work efficiently with printing equipment
•participating in project review meetings
•participating in project monitoring and evaluation
Skills, qualifications and experience required
Organization Voluntary Service Overseas
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Category Information Technology
Closing date: 30 Nov 2013
Under Uganda’s National Development Plan (2010-2015), the Ministry of Education and Sports (MOES) strives to improve the quality of education. VSO is working with the MOES as it seeks to increase literacy and health seeking behaviour. The Graphic design and print specialist will support the overall programme as the project team will be developing learning and reading materials requiring graphic design and printing. The placement will also entail building the capacity of the team working at the printing centre to use and maintain equipment.
What does the role involve?
The volunteer will be based at the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) and will support the overall project and team as they generate materials for use in education settings. This will involve:
•assisting with the establishment of a printing centre at the National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC) to support the development and production of reading and instruction materials for early grade teaching
•supporting the design of early grade reading and instructional materials
•building the capacity of NCDC to use, maintain and work efficiently with printing equipment
•participating in project review meetings
•participating in project monitoring and evaluation
Skills, qualifications and experience required
Business / Data Analyst Job Opportunity in Uganda at United Nations Office for Project Services
Job Title: Business / Data Analyst
Organisation: United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Category Information Technology
City Entebbe,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Data Management Lead
The UNOPS North America Regional Office provides services that help implement projects for a range of partners, and support operations run by the UNOPS Mine Action Cluster, Small Grants Cluster and Development Group Cluster. In addition, the office serves as a liaison between UNOPS headquarters and its Executive Board, which supports and supervises UNOPS activities globally.
Job Summary:
The United Nations Department of Field Support, Information and Communications Technology Division (UN DFS-ICTD) is responsible for the delivery of applications that satisfy the requirements of the Departments of Peacekeeping Operations and Field Support (DPKO/DFS) missions as well as Special Political Missions (SPMs).
DFS has implemented a range of systems to address the principal requirements of peacekeeping operations and to support and enhance the processes DFS undertakes. The Information Systems Section delivers applications that satisfy the quantitative and qualitative requirements of peacekeeping missions, missions administered by the Department and United Nations operations worldwide. DFS wishes to establish a functional sub-group to provide technical coordination and project management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Comprehend and optimize existing systems and propose and plan customized solutions as per clients’ need.
List technical requirements for software improvements and design system flows based on current situation and on analyzed needs.
Interact with stakeholders (local, regional and HQ) to understand and document their requirements and model future business or operational processes and design related systems.
Rationalize systems and documents, design optimized data streams to enable data warehousing and work on to secure confidential and strategic data.
Maintain and enhance existing reports and conceive new business intelligence reporting suite to facilitate strategic decisions
Organisation: United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Category Information Technology
City Entebbe,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Data Management Lead
The UNOPS North America Regional Office provides services that help implement projects for a range of partners, and support operations run by the UNOPS Mine Action Cluster, Small Grants Cluster and Development Group Cluster. In addition, the office serves as a liaison between UNOPS headquarters and its Executive Board, which supports and supervises UNOPS activities globally.
Job Summary:
The United Nations Department of Field Support, Information and Communications Technology Division (UN DFS-ICTD) is responsible for the delivery of applications that satisfy the requirements of the Departments of Peacekeeping Operations and Field Support (DPKO/DFS) missions as well as Special Political Missions (SPMs).
DFS has implemented a range of systems to address the principal requirements of peacekeeping operations and to support and enhance the processes DFS undertakes. The Information Systems Section delivers applications that satisfy the quantitative and qualitative requirements of peacekeeping missions, missions administered by the Department and United Nations operations worldwide. DFS wishes to establish a functional sub-group to provide technical coordination and project management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Comprehend and optimize existing systems and propose and plan customized solutions as per clients’ need.
List technical requirements for software improvements and design system flows based on current situation and on analyzed needs.
Interact with stakeholders (local, regional and HQ) to understand and document their requirements and model future business or operational processes and design related systems.
Rationalize systems and documents, design optimized data streams to enable data warehousing and work on to secure confidential and strategic data.
Maintain and enhance existing reports and conceive new business intelligence reporting suite to facilitate strategic decisions
Administrative Assistant jobs in Uganda at Tulane International
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Organization: Tulane International (TILLC)
Country Uganda
City kampala
About TILLC:
Tulane International (TILLC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tulane University, a US-based tertiary education institution. TILLC has been present in Uganda since 1998. TILLC seeks candidates for office operations support and for a number of management, technical and consultant positions for anticipated programs in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Produces information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics.
Maintains appointment schedule by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel.
Maintains confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Prepares reports by collecting and analyzing information.
Secures information by completing data base backups.
Offers historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems; recording meeting discussions.
Maintains office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; evaluating new office products; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate should possess administrative writing skills, Reporting Skills, Supply Management, Scheduling, Microsoft Office Skills, Organization, Time Management, Presentation Skills, Equipment Maintenance, Travel Logistics, Verbal Communication.
How to Apply:
All those with a desire to join Tulane in the above portfolio should express their interest by sending detailed CVs/resumes and cover letters including salary expectations to guluoffice@ugandafund.org. Please clearly include the position title in the subject line.. Applications should include at least two professional references. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Deadline: 16th September, 2013
Organization: Tulane International (TILLC)
Country Uganda
City kampala
About TILLC:
Tulane International (TILLC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tulane University, a US-based tertiary education institution. TILLC has been present in Uganda since 1998. TILLC seeks candidates for office operations support and for a number of management, technical and consultant positions for anticipated programs in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Produces information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics.
Maintains appointment schedule by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel.
Maintains confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Prepares reports by collecting and analyzing information.
Secures information by completing data base backups.
Offers historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems; recording meeting discussions.
Maintains office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; evaluating new office products; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The candidate should possess administrative writing skills, Reporting Skills, Supply Management, Scheduling, Microsoft Office Skills, Organization, Time Management, Presentation Skills, Equipment Maintenance, Travel Logistics, Verbal Communication.
How to Apply:
All those with a desire to join Tulane in the above portfolio should express their interest by sending detailed CVs/resumes and cover letters including salary expectations to guluoffice@ugandafund.org. Please clearly include the position title in the subject line.. Applications should include at least two professional references. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Deadline: 16th September, 2013
Public Health Specialist-Prevention Branch Chief in Uganda at United States Embassy
Job Title: Public Health Specialist-Prevention Branch Chief; FP- 3; FSN-12
Organisation: United States Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Vacancy Number: 062/2013
City Entebbe,
Country Uganda
About CDC:
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
Job Summary: The Prevention Branch Chief oversees all HIV/AIDS prevention activities funded by CDC (locally or centrally-funded) and implemented either by CDC or through an implementing partner (i.e. NGO, USAID, or GOU). Incumbent serves with full management and supervisory responsibility for the day-to-day programmatic and administrative operations of the Branch. Job holder identifies and develops program implementation strategies and policy, and coordinates prevention activities with CDC Uganda Deputy Director for Programs to ensure that prevention implementation activities adhere to best practices. Incumbent reviews, recommends and/or develops proposals/programs for CDC Uganda to implement or to fund. Incumbent has direct supervisory responsibilities for the Bio-Medical and Behavior Team Lead, the Immunization Advisor, an Administrative Assistant, and indirect supervision of nine Public Health Specialists. Job holder reports to the Deputy Director for Programs.
For a full job description, please visit the link below with all duties and responsibilities on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
The job holder should have completed a PHD in any of the following: epidemiology, public health, medicine, behavioral or social sciences, health policy, health services research, demography and biostatistics and a Master’s degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration OR completion of a bachelors of medicine and bachelor of surgery and a master's degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration is required.
Organisation: United States Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Vacancy Number: 062/2013
City Entebbe,
Country Uganda
About CDC:
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
Job Summary: The Prevention Branch Chief oversees all HIV/AIDS prevention activities funded by CDC (locally or centrally-funded) and implemented either by CDC or through an implementing partner (i.e. NGO, USAID, or GOU). Incumbent serves with full management and supervisory responsibility for the day-to-day programmatic and administrative operations of the Branch. Job holder identifies and develops program implementation strategies and policy, and coordinates prevention activities with CDC Uganda Deputy Director for Programs to ensure that prevention implementation activities adhere to best practices. Incumbent reviews, recommends and/or develops proposals/programs for CDC Uganda to implement or to fund. Incumbent has direct supervisory responsibilities for the Bio-Medical and Behavior Team Lead, the Immunization Advisor, an Administrative Assistant, and indirect supervision of nine Public Health Specialists. Job holder reports to the Deputy Director for Programs.
For a full job description, please visit the link below with all duties and responsibilities on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
The job holder should have completed a PHD in any of the following: epidemiology, public health, medicine, behavioral or social sciences, health policy, health services research, demography and biostatistics and a Master’s degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration OR completion of a bachelors of medicine and bachelor of surgery and a master's degree in public health, business, business administration, health services management, social policy, project planning and management, public health leadership or public administration is required.
Grants Officer Job in Uganda at Tulane International
Job Title: Grants Officer
Organization: Tulane International (TILLC)
City Gulu,
Country Uganda
Closing date 16th September, 2013
About TILLC:
Tulane International (TILLC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tulane University, a US-based tertiary education institution. TILLC has been present in Uganda since 1998. TILLC seeks candidates for office operations support and for a number of management, technical and consultant positions for anticipated programs in Uganda.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should possess a master’s degree in project management, financial and organization management or in a related discipline such as social science;
Analytical skills to identify and assess credibility of organizations eligible of grants;
Knowledge of financial rules and regulations, including use of fiscal controls and fund accounting procedures that ensure that the funds are used for their intended purpose and are accounted for properly;
Skills in implementing financial and organizational sustainability of recipients
Ability to train partners on grant management and required reporting highly preferred.
Resident of Gulu is highly preferred
How to Apply:
All those with a desire to join Tulane in the above portfolio should express their interest by sending detailed CVs/resumes and cover letters including salary expectations to guluoffice@ugandafund.org. Please clearly include the position title in the subject line.. Applications should include at least two professional references. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Organization: Tulane International (TILLC)
City Gulu,
Country Uganda
Closing date 16th September, 2013
Tulane International (TILLC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tulane University, a US-based tertiary education institution. TILLC has been present in Uganda since 1998. TILLC seeks candidates for office operations support and for a number of management, technical and consultant positions for anticipated programs in Uganda.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should possess a master’s degree in project management, financial and organization management or in a related discipline such as social science;
Analytical skills to identify and assess credibility of organizations eligible of grants;
Knowledge of financial rules and regulations, including use of fiscal controls and fund accounting procedures that ensure that the funds are used for their intended purpose and are accounted for properly;
Skills in implementing financial and organizational sustainability of recipients
Ability to train partners on grant management and required reporting highly preferred.
Resident of Gulu is highly preferred
How to Apply:
All those with a desire to join Tulane in the above portfolio should express their interest by sending detailed CVs/resumes and cover letters including salary expectations to guluoffice@ugandafund.org. Please clearly include the position title in the subject line.. Applications should include at least two professional references. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Education Specialist Job opportunity in Uganda at Tulane International
Job Title: Education Specialist
Organization: Tulane International (TILLC)
Country Uganda
City kampala
Category Education
Closing Date 16th September, 2013
Tulane International (TILLC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tulane University, a US-based tertiary education institution. TILLC has been present in Uganda since 1998. TILLC seeks candidates for office operations support and for a number of management, technical and consultant positions for anticipated programs in Uganda.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The Education Specialist should possess at least three years of experience in a leadership position responsible for developing education interventions and the technical aspects including student assessment, teacher training, educational materials/curriculum development, educational management, and educational monitoring and information systems, as applicable;
Experience in managing projects to address issues related to primary and secondary education;
A good understanding of special educational needs of children removed from child labor when they enter/return to school or are provided with alternative education services;
Experience working with vulnerable children and their households, preferably in Uganda;
Experience working successfully with Ministries of Education and other government agencies, networks of educators, employers’ organizations, and trade unions or comparable entities.
How to Apply:
All those with a desire to join Tulane in the above portfolio should express their interest by sending detailed CVs/resumes and cover letters including salary expectations to guluoffice@ugandafund.org. Please clearly include the position title in the subject line.. Applications should include at least two professional references. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Organization: Tulane International (TILLC)
Country Uganda
City kampala
Category Education
Closing Date 16th September, 2013
Tulane International (TILLC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tulane University, a US-based tertiary education institution. TILLC has been present in Uganda since 1998. TILLC seeks candidates for office operations support and for a number of management, technical and consultant positions for anticipated programs in Uganda.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The Education Specialist should possess at least three years of experience in a leadership position responsible for developing education interventions and the technical aspects including student assessment, teacher training, educational materials/curriculum development, educational management, and educational monitoring and information systems, as applicable;
Experience in managing projects to address issues related to primary and secondary education;
A good understanding of special educational needs of children removed from child labor when they enter/return to school or are provided with alternative education services;
Experience working with vulnerable children and their households, preferably in Uganda;
Experience working successfully with Ministries of Education and other government agencies, networks of educators, employers’ organizations, and trade unions or comparable entities.
How to Apply:
All those with a desire to join Tulane in the above portfolio should express their interest by sending detailed CVs/resumes and cover letters including salary expectations to guluoffice@ugandafund.org. Please clearly include the position title in the subject line.. Applications should include at least two professional references. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
HR Associate job opportunity in Uganda at People Performance Group
Job title: HR Associate (1 Position)
Organization People Performance Group
Country: Uganda
City Kampala
Category Human Resources
Closing date: September 27, 2013
People Performance Group (PPG) is a growing Human Resource (HR) consultancy thriving on professional and ethical recruitment services, high level trainings, excellent customer care and a strong focus on keeping our clients satisfied. We have ambitious plans to expand in terms of both markets and services/products. For more about us please visit our website www.ppg.co.ug. We are now looking to add to our consulting team, one focused and talented individual in the position of HR Associate
The purpose of the position is to give administrative support to the consulting unit in the execution of projects depending on clients’ requirements.
Specific tasks
As a HR Associate, you will work with the respective senior HR consultant to:
• Design adverts and publish in press media
• Screen applications
• Invite candidates for interview
• Administer psychometric and ability tests and update the database
• Carry out database searches
• Develop and maintain a CV database
• Conduct reference checks
• Ensure all filing and reporting for recruitment consultancy is maintained
Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree with a bias in human resource management
• Previous similar experience of 1-2years
• Good customer care ability
• An eye for detail
• Results orientated
The successful candidates can look forward to an attractive salary, a highly professional and supportive team and a busy but fun working environment with excellent career opportunities.
Contact/How to apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked: “PPG – HR Associate” indicating which position you are applying for. E-mails that exceed 2 MB will not be considered.
Closing date is 5pm on the 27th September 2013
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: application@ppg.co.ug
Organization People Performance Group
Country: Uganda
City Kampala
Category Human Resources
Closing date: September 27, 2013
People Performance Group (PPG) is a growing Human Resource (HR) consultancy thriving on professional and ethical recruitment services, high level trainings, excellent customer care and a strong focus on keeping our clients satisfied. We have ambitious plans to expand in terms of both markets and services/products. For more about us please visit our website www.ppg.co.ug. We are now looking to add to our consulting team, one focused and talented individual in the position of HR Associate
The purpose of the position is to give administrative support to the consulting unit in the execution of projects depending on clients’ requirements.
Specific tasks
As a HR Associate, you will work with the respective senior HR consultant to:
• Design adverts and publish in press media
• Screen applications
• Invite candidates for interview
• Administer psychometric and ability tests and update the database
• Carry out database searches
• Develop and maintain a CV database
• Conduct reference checks
• Ensure all filing and reporting for recruitment consultancy is maintained
Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree with a bias in human resource management
• Previous similar experience of 1-2years
• Good customer care ability
• An eye for detail
• Results orientated
The successful candidates can look forward to an attractive salary, a highly professional and supportive team and a busy but fun working environment with excellent career opportunities.
Contact/How to apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked: “PPG – HR Associate” indicating which position you are applying for. E-mails that exceed 2 MB will not be considered.
Closing date is 5pm on the 27th September 2013
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: application@ppg.co.ug
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