Driver - Ntungamo District Service Commission

Job title: Driver

Ntungamo District Service Commission
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Ntungamo
Job category: Logistics/Transportation
Minimum degree: Certificate
Closing date: May 30, 2013 - 5pm
Reports to : Officer assigned
Job Purpose
• To Drive and maintain local Government vehicle in accordance with the transport policy ;
• And as directed by the supervising officer
Qualifications
• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a pass in English Language.
• Valid Driving Permit of Class C or D.
Contact/How to apply:
Applications should be submitted in triplicate on Public Service Commission Form 3 (Revised 2008) to the Secretary-Ntungamo District Service Commission to be received not later than the deadline.
The application forms are obtainable free of Charge from Secretaries of District Service Commission, Offices of Chief Administrative Officers , Town Clerks for Municipal Councils , Public Service Commission and be submitted to the Secretary , District Service Commission P. O. Box 1 Ntungamo stating clearly the post applied for and its reference number .Serving officers must route their applications through their heads of department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid delay. Photocopies of academic certificates , transcripts , pass-slips , Registration certificates and annual practicing licenses where applicable and any other supporting documents with 3 passport size photographs must be attached on the application forms .
Those that will be invited for interviews must come with all original academic & Professional documents , identity cards from institutions /Schools attended .

Manager Marketing and Branding - Centenary Bank

Job title: Manager Marketing and Branding

Centenary Bank
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
Job category: Banking
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: May 2, 2013 - 5pm
Key Result Areas
• Liaise with line departments to coordinate the development and implementation of the Marketing Plan in line with the banks strategic plan.
• Monitor the advertising and promotional programs of the bank in line with the overall marketing plan
• Plan and coordinate the implementation Brand application across the brand touch points in order to ensure consistency of the brand across all brand touch points .
Qualifications
• Honors degree in Business Administration , Economics , Commerce , Statistics , and other related disciplines.
• Post graduate qualification in marketing , Branding or relevant field .
• Specialized training in strategy implementation an added advantage .
• Demonstrated practical knowledge of branding and marketing management
• Familiarity with computer applications
• Ability to work as part of a team .
• High level of integrity .
Contact/How to apply:
Interested persons who fully meet the above specifications are invited to apply .
The General Manager , Human Resources
Centenary Bank
P. O. Box 1892
Kampala

Senior Accounts Assistant - Ntungamo District Service Commission

Job title: Senior Accounts Assistant

Ntungamo District Service Commission
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Ntungamo
Job category: Accounting/Finance/Insurance
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Minimum degree: Diploma
Closing date: May 30, 2013 - 5pm
Job Purpose
• To perform basic accounting processes involving preparing books of accounts and keeping custody of
• Accounting transaction records .
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 awarded from recognized Institution and accredited by the Institute of Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU).
Experience
• At least 3 years of working experience as an Accounts Assistant in public or a
reputable organization.
Contact/How to apply:
Applications should be submitted in triplicate on Public Service Commission Form 3 (Revised 2008) to the Secretary-Ntungamo District Service Commission to be received not later than the deadline.
The application forms are obtainable free of Charge from Secretaries of District Service Commission, Offices of Chief Administrative Officers , Town Clerks for Municipal Councils , Public Service Commission and be submitted to the Secretary , District Service Commission P. O. Box 1 Ntungamo stating clearly the post applied for and its reference number .Serving officers must route their applications through their heads of department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid delay. Photocopies of academic certificates , transcripts , pass-slips , Registration certificates and annual practicing licenses where applicable and any other supporting documents with 3 passport size photographs must be attached on the application forms .
Those that will be invited for interviews must come with all original academic & Professional documents , identity cards from institutions /Schools attended .

Internal Auditor - Ministry of Water and Environment

Job title: Internal Auditor (2)

Ministry of Water and Environment
Employment type: Short-term/contract
Country: Uganda
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: May 3, 2013 - 5pm
The Government of the Republic of Uganda with the support of donor partners is committed to the various reform programs within Government institutions with the aim of strengthening internal controls to enhance Government’s ability to minimize risks in the process of service delivery. Within the water sector, the specific strategy involves strengthening the Internal Audit Section with a view of enhancing its effectiveness as an internal control measure.
The Ministry of Water and Environment therefore wishes to recruit two (2) Internal Auditors for the Joint Water and Environment Sector Support Program (JWESSP), and the Lake Victoria Environmental Management Project (LVEMP).
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
Job Title: Internal Auditor (2 positions)
Reports to: Senior Internal Auditor
Terms of employment: Contract
Duties and responsibilities
To examine correctness of financial records and completeness of documentation
To verify receipts, match and undertake on line reconciliation of invoices and Local Purchase Orders for goods and services procured prior to effecting payments.
To review the completion of accountability returns, verify and retire advance ledgers.
To review periodic Bank reconciliations.
To verify payroll change requests and reports to ensure correctness of computations, payments and deductions, certify and follow -up approval and payment to beneficiaries.
Requirement:
Either: An Honours Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting Or
Full professional qualification in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification awarded by an Institution recognized by IFAC.
A minimum of three (3) years experience as an Accounts Assistant or Senior Accounts Assistant in Government, or an equivalent level of experience in Accounting or Internal Audit function from a reputable organization.
Essential skills and Requirements:
Technical competences
Ability to understand how Internal Audit work is determined and the process of identifying Audit areas, objectives and resources
Ability to use professional skills to carry out audit work assignments to achieve internal audit objective in line with defined audit program.
Ability to communicate results of Audit work to enable improvement in Internal Audit Control and to provide assurance.
Computer literate.
Behavioral competences:
High level of ethics and integrity
Innovative and proactive, enjoys making things happen, does not wait for them to happen
High level of inter-personal, decision- making and problem solving skills.
Excellent verbal and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with teams to achieve project objectives.
Duration of the Assignment:
Eighteen (18) months contract will be awarded to the successful candidates, commencing immediately on appointment. Possibility of extension, subject to satisfactory performance.
Location and Remuneration:
The Internal Auditors will be stationed at the Ministry headquarters and Entebbe respectively. An attractive salary will be offered to the successful candidates
Contact/How to apply:
All applications must be accompanied with recant CVs detailing work experience, present position, current remuneration, and professional and educational qualifications. Applicants must also include contact details (telephone and email) of three (3) referees Applications should be physically delivered to the address below not later than 5.00 pm Friday 3rd May, 2013. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Portbell Road, Luzira. Attn: Head Human Resource Management.

Administrative & Financial Officer-BTC

Job title: Administrative & Financial Officer

Employment type: Short-term/contract

BTC, the Belgian Development Agency,
Country: Uganda
Job category: Accounting/Finance/Insurance
Min. years of experience: 8 years
Minimum degree: Diploma
Closing date: April 30, 2013 - 5pm
Duration of the contract: for 1 year with possible extension
Remuneration: Attractive depending on years of relevant experience Major tasks
Banking, cheque and cash management
Prepare, register and keep cheques.
Assist in preparing staff payroll for bank transfers at the end of each month.
Ensures all invoices from external parties (contractors, suppliers, other related agencies) are paid in due time, by bank transfer, cheque or cash and arrange those documents by date.
Responsible for sound cash planning & cash withdrawals.
Financial activity reporting
Record all expenses properly in BTC software, following guidelines and within the deadlines.
Make all necessary corrections and make all preparations for the monthly closing of the accounting.
Enter daily of expenses in the cashbook.
Ensure smooth accounting of advances. This includes verification of financial reports, expenses and supporting documents.
Ensure accounting coding and budgeting lines are correct: this includes verification of financial reports, expenses and supporting documents.
Keep track accounting data by putting references on the specific documents on a monthly basis.
Responsible for consistent filing of all accounting, banking and cash management documents.
Organize copies of all supporting bank documents and cash documents before sending to BTC Finance
and Administrative Officer on a daily basis.
Administration/Logistics
Ensure prompt maintenance of vehicles and keep up of the office building.
Ensure routine vehicles maintenance, verification of log books and mileage tracking.
Manage filing, storing and security of documents.
Manage repair and maintenance of office equipment.
Ensure proper petty cash management.
Manage incoming and outgoing correspondences
Ensure proper management of the Stocks.
Prepare tax returns and claims.
Manage the reception.
Prepare and manage watchmen schedule.
Requirement:
A minimum of a diploma or its equivalent preferably in Business Administration.
Minimum 8 years experience in accounting and project administration;
Experience with an international organization or NGO;
Experience working in a similar position;
• Very good hands-on knowledge of Excel and Word is a must. Other programs (Database, accounting programs) a strong advantage;
Knowledge of related procurement legislation for public procurement
Ability to work independently;
Experience supervising other staff;
Proficient in English;
Mature, good communicator and team player;
Able to work under stressful conditions
Contact/How to apply:
Please apply not later than 30th April, 2013 by sending your application letter and resume, plus copies of academic and professional qualification certificates as well as at least three recent professional references to the Resident Representative, BTC, PO Box 40131, Kampala-Uganda. Hand deliver to: Lower Kololo Terrace, Plot 1B. Please only submit your application if it meets the above criteria. ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS SHALL BE RESPONDED TO.

Senior Quality Improvement Advisor - ASSIST in Kampala

Job Title: Senior Quality Improvement Advisor

The USAID Applying Science to Strengthen and Improve Systems (ASSIST) Project is a new five-year cooperative agreement awarded to University Research Co., LLC and is dedicated to improving health , population and nutrition service through technical support to service delivery institutions .
Duties
• Support development and timely submission of work plans and budgets .
• Hold regular activities to assess and build necessary compliances .
• Ensure that cross cutting themes like gender , health workforce development and leadership are well Intergrated into activities .
• Provide technical supervision to qualify improvement advisors and officers working under him or her
Qualifications
• Degree in Medicine and registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental practioners Council
• Post graduate degree in Health related field preferably , Public Health and /or Pediatrics
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from start up to successful completion .
• Experience in Quality Improvement approaches .
• Experience in Clinical training of service providers
How to apply
Qualified applications must submit at relevant documents to URC/ASSIST officer by close of business day . Please send a Cover letter , CV, Photocopies of your certificates and testimonials as well as names and contact information for 3 professional referees to the following address;
The Human Resource Officer
University Research Co. , LLC-Assist project
Plot 40, Ntinda 11 Road Naguru
P. O. Box 28745, Kampala , Uganda
Deadline: 26 /04 /2013

Senior Quality Improvement QI Advisor - ASSIST in Kampala

Job Title: Senior Quality Improvement QI Advisor

The USAID Applying Science to Strengthen and Improve Systems (ASSIST) Project is a new five-year cooperative agreement awarded to University Research Co., LLC and is dedicated to improving health , population and nutrition service through technical support to service delivery institutions .
Duties
• Build Quality Improvement competencies of senior Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Ministry of Gender,Labour and Social Development officials
• Ensure QL approach is embedded into all activities across all departments in the MOH and Orphans and Vulnerable Children departments in the MoGL SD.
• Advocate for quality improvement in meetings and other activities at the highest levels in the Mo H and MoGL SD
Qualifications
• Advanced degree in Public Health and/or Social Sciences
• Eight or more years experience in a senior position
• Experience in Quality improvement approaches
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills are essential
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from start up to successful completion
How to apply
Qualified applications must submit at relevant documents to URC/ASSIST officer by close of business day . Please send a Cover letter , CV, Photocopies of your certificates and testimonials as well as names and contact information for 3 professional referees to the following address;
The Human Resource Officer
University Research Co. , LLC-Assist project
Plot 40, Ntinda 11 Road Naguru
P. O. Box 28745, Kampala , Uganda
Deadline: 26 /04 /2013