Industrial Relations Manager - Dama Consultants Ltd in Kampala

Job Title: Industrial Relations Manager

Dama Consultants Limited is inviting suitable applicants for the vacant post above .
Tasks
• Drive and oversee all industrial and employee relations initiatives within the organization .
• Ensure implementation of proper terms and conditions of employment and total compliance with employment laws and regulations .
• Keep up to date the current employment legislation and ensure this is updated in the organization ‘s human resource policies manual
• Manage employee relations team effectively to ensure objectives are met .
Requirements
• University Degree in Industrial and labour relations , human resource or equivalent qualification in relevant field with sound training in industrial relations work.
• Membership of a relevant professional body is a an advantage.
• Knowledge and experience in handling workers grievances, administration and disciplinary procedures
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with people at all levels

How to apply
Applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificate , transcripts , names of three referees and the applicants daytime telephone contact should be sent to;
Dama Consultants Limited accepts no liability for incomplete submission , late and/or misdirected transmission of applications .
Dama Consultants Limited
10th Floor Uganda House
P. O. Box 3967
Kampala
Uganda
Deadline: 20/ 05 /2013

Human Resource Manager - Dama Consultants Ltd in Kampala

 Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Dama Consultants Limited is inviting suitable applicants for the vacant post above .
Tasks
• Plan , implement and evaluate employee relations and human resource policies , programs and practices in line with business plan and strategy.
• Coordinate and supervise the implementation of approved human resource management and development policies , system and processes ; ensure that HR function provide support and assistance required by line managers in implementing the policies and processes .
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the approved human resource management and development policies , procedures and practices in all business units and ensure that pragmatic and consistent best work practices are adhered to ;
Requirements
• A University degree or Professional qualification in human resource management from a recognized institution .
• Membership of a relevant professional association is an advantage .
• A minimum of ten years working experience part of which is acquired at a senior management level and covering all aspects human resource management and development , programs and employee relations including negotiation with trade unions.
• Computer skills especially MS Office

How to apply
Applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificate , transcripts , names of three referees and the applicants daytime telephone contact should be sent to;
Dama Consultants Limited accepts no liability for incomplete submission , late and/or misdirected transmission of applications .
Dama Consultants Limited
10th Floor Uganda House
P. O. Box 3967
Kampala
Uganda
Deadline: 20/ 05 /2013

Program Coordinator - Care International in Kampala

Job Title: Program Coordinator

CARE International in Uganda is seeking for suitable applicants to fill the vacant post above .
Key Responsibilities
• Support and oversee planning and implementation of Batwa Empowerment activities of the HEAL project through networking with NGO partiners, plan and implement and monitor Batwa activities . Monitor sub-grants to partiner organizations.
• Identify and realize synergies across different program themes for optimal use of resources and increased impact of approaches and activities .
• Facilitate advocacy and capacity building of partiners and communities and collaborators focusing on influencing positive responses on the needs and rights of the largest communities through coordination of partiners to engage in advocacy and awareness creating on the rights and needs of the Batwa Communities among many other roles .
Specifications
• Bachelors degree in social sciences , development studies or related field plus a post graduate qualification in a related field .
• Minimum of three years experience of working in a partinership approach and supporting civil society
• A strong advocacy background and lobbying skills
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Good computer skills

How to apply
Please submit your applications together with detailed CV , your professional and academic papers and apply for the job online through our website and for any other details .You can also send in hand delivered applications to our offices on Plot 17 Mackinnon road , Nakasero, P. O. Box 7280 Kampala addressed to Human Resources Coordinator indicating the position title .
Deadline: 22/05/ 2013

Associate Project Control Officer - High Commission for Refugees in Kampala

Job Title: Associate Project Control Officer

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is inviting and recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant position above .
Qualifications
• University Degree in Accounting ,Finance, Public or Business Administration, Economics or related field , Or university degree in another field combined with a professional qualification in accounting , auditing or finance .
• Minimum four years of previous job experience in the field of accounting /finance, project management , business analysis, quality assurance and /or risk management .
• Good knowledge of international auditing standards.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills .
Competencies
• Professional qualification in accounting , auditing or finance (CPA/CIA or equivalent )
• Working experience of at least one year in an intergovernmental organization (United Nations or similar).
• Good knowledge of United Nations financial rules and procedures.
• Working experience with accrual accounting (such as IPSAS or IFRS)

How to apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their applications , under confidential cover, addressed to the Senior Administrative /finance Officer, UNHCR Representation in Uganda , P. O. Box 3813, Kampala, quoting the above vacancy notice and post number .
Deadline: 21 /05 /2013

Program Officer - Democratic Governance Facility in Kampala

Job Title: Program Officer , Transitional Justice and Conflict Prevention

Democratic Governance Facility (DGF) is inviting qualified candidates for the vacant position above.
Responsibilities
• Provide analysis of key developments in the transitional justice and conflict prevention areas and feed this into the management of the DFG.
• Provide input to the development and monitoring of annual work plans and budgets as agreed with the CM.
• Take overall responsibility for achievement of agreed targets within the sub-component .
• Establish and work with relevant working groups as directed by the CM.
• Develop and oversee, where required, funding application processes or calls for proposals for potential partiners .
Academic
• A Masters degree in Transitional Justice , Conflict Prevention or another relevant subject from a recognized university .
• Additional qualifications in project management & administration , public policy development studies and political science are an advantage .
Competencies
• Good knowledge of current development challenges and political developments in Uganda , especially in the area of Transitional Justice and Peace and Security issues .
• At least five years experience in the management of development programs and projects .
How to apply
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 : DFG-Program Officer . E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close , Kitante
P. O. Box 12405, Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 24/05 /2013

Senior Accountant - Appliance World Ltd in Kampala

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Appliance World Ltd is looking to hire people in the following positions;

How to apply
• Appliance World Limited , Plot 1-5 , Spring Close , Wankoko, Off Old Portbell Road, P. O. Box 10608 , Kampala.
• Make sure you state your name and the position you are applying for on the envelope.
• Alternatively you can email your application and CV to Vacancy@applianceworld.co.ug
How to apply
If you have any questions about the jobs or on how to apply call 0414 340799 or 0776 785313.
Successful candidates whose CVs meet our criteria will be contacted immediately in order to be interviewed
Deadline : 26/ 05 /2013

Assistant Logistician - Epicentre Uganda in Mbarara

Job Title: Assistant Logistician

Epicentre is a Non-Governmental Organization created by Medicins Sans Frontieres (MSF) in 1787 to help improve the quality of its field interventions.
General Responsibilities
• Follow-up of activities and definition of objectives
• Implementation of studies
• Human Resources management
Required
• At least two years experience with NGOs as Logistician (MSF 2+ missions preferred)
• Experience in construction and electricity/ solar power
• Completion of secondary education (technical qualification is preferred )
• Idearly has been involved in starting a project
• Affinity with medical research or technical projects is a strong bonus
• Verbally fluent , proficient in reading and writing English
• Self motivating person , capable in taking initiative and having lots of energy
• Flexible , both in dealing with many different tasks (all round logistics ) as well as many short-term changes
• Good team worker, capable in building up a team.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted not later than the deadline. Those who previously applied in December 2012 are welcome to re-apply .
Send or hands deliver application to;
Epicentre Mbarara Research Base
P. O. Box 1956, Mbarara or
Epi-ug-rec@epicentre.msf.org
Deadline: 12/ 05 /2013

Malaria Program Manager - CHAI Company Ltd in Kampala

Job Title:Malaria Program Manager

Job Location Uganda Type Full-Time Paid
Business Unit In-Country Operations
More information about this job:
Overview:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to strengthening integrated health systems in the developing world and expanding access to care and treatment for HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases. CHAI’s solution-oriented approach focuses on improving market dynamics for medicines and diagnostics; lowering prices for treatment; accelerating access to life-saving technologies; and helping governments build the capacity to provide high-quality treatment.

Since its establishment in 2002 by President William J. Clinton, CHAI has worked on the demand and supply sides of the market to help more than 2 million HIV+ people access treatment—representing nearly half of all people on HIV treatment in developing countries. Building on this model, CHAI has expanded its scope to include efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery systems and to combat malaria and childhood illnesses.

In 2007, CHAI signed an MOU with the government of Uganda to provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and strengthen health systems. Since then, CHAI has worked hand-in-hand with the Ministry of Health to increase access to lifesaving pediatric HIV treatment by >400%; coordinate with private sector suppliers to lower costs and expand access to malaria drugs; pilot a point-of-care diagnostic technology, leading to scale up to >250 health facilities nationwide; introduce a new severe malaria drug which will save thousands of lives annually; and many other initiatives. Currently, CHAI Uganda works with the Ministry of Health around HIV, malaria, childhood illnesses, laboratory systems and drug logistics.

Description:
The Malaria Program Manager will lead a team of 3-4 staff to design and implement programs to increase the number of people accessing malaria diagnosis and artemisinin-based drugs for malaria treatment. The Program Manager will be responsible for all aspects of the malaria portfolio, including strategy development, relationship management, and implementation. The Program Manger will oversee a portfolio that touches on all aspects of the health system and affects the health outcome of millions of patients, including:

Policy: Support the Ministry of Health to develop appropriate policies and strategies to improve access to malaria diagnosis and usage of effective treatment in the public and private sectors
Forecasting: Supporting the Ministry of Health to analyze current malaria drug and diagnostic usage, pipeline stock, and consumption trends in order to inform drug procurement and delivery schedules
Supply chain: Working with the government and partners to ensure that public sector facilities throughout Uganda regularly receive malaria diagnostics and antimalarial drugs, to ensure that patients have continual access to lifesaving treatment
Operational Research: Developing and implementing OR projects to improve patient treatment in health facilities and scaling effective interventions nationally
Capacity Building: Working with the Ministry of Health to strengthen systems and build capacity around the national malaria response

Responsibilities:
Oversee all aspects of CHAI’s malaria program including planning, budgeting, implementation, and reporting.
Set program direction and goals, defining targets and measuring program performance across the malaria program to establish aggressive operational program milestones and achieve program objectives within ambitious timelines.
Supervise the malaria team, comprised of 3-4 professional staff.
Identify bottlenecks which prevent patients from accessing malaria diagnosis and treatment and develop and implement innovative strategies to address them.
Identify and pursue new areas of work and partnerships that will have dramatic and leveraged impact on health outcomes.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior stakeholders in government, international partners, donors and NGOs, and ensure coordination of resources and efforts.
Work with Ministry of Health and partners to develop capacity and create sustainable systems to ensure ongoing access to malaria diagnosis and treatment nationwide.
Assist the Ministry of Health and partners in the development of policies and strategic plans to effectively deliver malaria diagnosis and treatment.
Design and implement monitoring and evaluation systems to measure impact and assess progress against project goals.
Develop reports for MOH, CHAI’s global teams and donors.
Maintain a thorough understanding of the malaria and overall health system throughout the country.
Other responsibilities, as needed.

Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in business administration, logistics, public health or a related field, or equivalent job experience.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a rigorous private or public position, with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership.
Exceptional communication and relationship management skills with ability to clearly communicate complex ideas.
Exceptionally strong quantitative skills, including fluency in Excel.
Ability to create compelling, logical presentations and reports, using PowerPoint, Word and other media.
Comfort and flexibility to work independently with a diverse set of counterparts. (Experience in a consultative capacity, especially in a multicultural setting, is an added advantage.)
Ability to navigate complex government processes and favorably influence decision-making in a professional and collaborative manner.
Ability to develop and execute a coherent programmatic strategy, amidst substantial ambiguity and changing circumstances.
Ability to manage, develop and motivate staff and lead as a team player, mentor, manager, and role model, demanding top performance from oneself and the entire team.
A strong passion for producing results and a personal commitment to excellence.
CHAI places great value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness, entrepreneurialism, flexibility, independence, humility, and work ethic.
Advantages:
Experience in a rigorous private sector environment, such as strategy consulting or finance.
Experience working in public health, particularly with a focus on malaria.

How to Apply:
https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/3593/malaria-program-manager/job

Deadline: 20/ 05 /2013

Administrative Assistant - The Poverty Action Uganda in Kampala

Job Title:Administrative Assistant

The Dispenser for Safe Water (DSW) Program
Min. years of experience: 2 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Diploma
For this position, we are seeking an Administrative Assistant who is motivated by the opportunity to expand a program with proven impact, potential to improve the health of millions and save thousands of lives. The Administrative Assistant will be based in IPA’s Kampala Office. He/She will play an important role in ensuring the day-to-day administration for activities and functions at DSW Uganda run smoothly. The Administrative Assistant will report to the Program Manager, based in Kampala. Occasional travel might be required to field offices.
Key Responsibilities
General Office Tasks:
1. Kampala office record keeping
2. Edit and Format Documents
3. Printing, Photocopying, Scanning
4. Ensure adequate office supplies at DSW Uganda field offices
Finances:
1. Support field offices in putting together finance requests and returns
2. Scan and back check all receipt submissions from field offices
3. Put together contractor payment requests when necessary
4. Organize and track vendor payments
Procurements:
1. Support field offices in procuring office supplies and services
2. Collect quotations and conduct necessary back-checks on chosen vendors
3. Set up and manage internal control systems, such as inventories, on office supplies and keep them updated
4. Set up a list of preferred suppliers
Logistics:
1. Support travel logistics of DSW Uganda Staff, DSW Kenya Staff and IPAU Staff (who are travelling to field sites)
2. Organize training and meeting venues as well as all materials necessary to support trainings
3. Keep records of when field office rent and utilities need to be paid and ensure these are made
Database Work:
1. Record keeping and scanning of paper survey forms from field offices
2. Data entry from paper survey forms, when required

Required Competencies and Attributes
o High level of organization, integrity and stewardship;
o Demonstrated financial integrity;
o Embraces team work;
o Self driven and highly motivated to deliver results within tight deadlines;
o Ability to communicate well within the organization;
o Excellent computer skills (MS Office) and comfort to advance the skills in a dynamic IT field;
o Positive attitude to work and to develop in a fast paced work environment;
o Passion to support the work going on in rural communities in Uganda.
Qualifications
o Minimum Diploma in management, Business Administration, project management, secretarial studies or equivalent;
o Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;
o Good language skills in English both spoken and written;
o 1-2 years experience working with social enterprises or NGOs;

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by Administrative Assistant. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. IPA is an equal opportunity employer. Please direct questions to Astrid R.N. Haas, dsw.uganda@gmail.com
Contact/

How to apply:
Applications can be submitted via email to dsw.uganda@gmail.com with the subject line “Administrative Assistant ” Please attach the following documents:
• Cover letter explaining interest in the position and fit for the role
• CV/Resume
• Salary Expectations

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by email for an interview.
More information on the Dispenser for Safe Water Program can be found at: http://poverty-action.org/safewater

Deadline: 10 /05 /2013