Senior Roving Logistics Officer - Save the Children Uganda

Vacancy: Senior Roving Logistics Officer
Recruiting Organisation: Save the Children
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country: Uganda

About Us:
Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children and has program presence in over 120 countries in the world. Save the Children envisions a Uganda in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We strive to create impact for children by delivering our Programmes through partnerships, by being innovative, by acting as the voice for and of children, and by achieving results at scale.  In Uganda, we implement programmes in six thematic programme areas of Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Education, Livelihoods & Food Security, Health, Nutrition and HIV/AIDS in development and emergency contexts. Save the Children delivers programs in over 36 districts in the North, Rwenzori, North-Eastern and Central regions of Uganda, Currently, Save the Children has a staff complement of over 200 persons. We save children’s lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. In 2013, we reached over 143 million children through our work around 52m directly and 91 million indirectly around the world.

Job Summary: The Senior Roving Logistics Officer will support the Fleet and Logistics Manager to develop the overall capacity and performance of the logistics function. The position holder travels extensively and is responsible for providing technical support to head office and field teams in areas of procurement, fleet management and warehousing on a need basis. The Senior Officer may be called upon as and when necessary to support the emergency team in cases of humanitarian crisis.

Supply Chain Officer - USAID/Uganda's Production for Improved Nutrition Project Uganda

Vacancy:  Supply Chain Officer
Recruiting Organisation: USAID/Uganda's Production for Improved Nutrition Project
Duty Station: Masindi,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Supply Chain Manager

About RECO:
RECO Industries Limited is implementing USAID/UGANDA's Production for Improved Nutrition project. The project operates in 62 districts across Uganda to Reduce the Burden of Under Nutrition by providing Ready to Use Therapeutic and supplementary Foods to vulnerable groups.

About USAID Project:
The primary objective of the project is to establish and operate a reliable, sustainable commodity supply chain management system. The project aims to forecast, procure, store, and distribute Ready to Use Therapeutic Foods as well as Supplementary foods to health facilities needed in the management of malnutrition in persons with HIV/AIDS.

Job Summary: The USAID Supply Chain Officer will assist in the management of the above supply chain function.

Warehouse Officer Jobs - Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd.

Vacancy: Warehouse Officer (2 Career Vacancies)
Recruiting Company : Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Head Stores & Operations

About UHMG:
Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd. (UHMG) is a Company Limited by Guarantee, whose vision is “A good life for all Ugandans”. We envision a Ugandan society with good life, when products and services in Reproductive Health, HIV, Malaria and Child Health are accessible, affordable and effectively utilized by all those in need. Our Mission is “To improve the quality of life of Ugandans, through the provision of superior and affordable health care solutions.” Our Core Values are; Integrity, Transparency, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence, Flexibility, and Equity.

UHMG is currently expanding and is seeking a dynamic qualified individual to fill the following position as part of its team. The position requires a flexible person, with the capacity to perform without supervision, and work beyond the required time to fulfill the organization’s goals.

Logistician Job in Uganda at German Leprosy and TB Relief Association

Job Detail: Logistician
Recriter : German Leprosy and TB Relief Association (GLRA)
Station at Kampala,
Country Uganda

About GLRA:
German Leprosy and TB Relief Association (GLRA) is an international Relief organization whose main project activities in Uganda include the support to the National TB/Leprosy control programme of the Ministry of Health in the treatment, care and rehabilitation of Leprosy/ TB affected persons.

 Responsibilities:
Management of logistical requirements
Procurement of goods and services
Ensuring security of goods and services
Monitoring and technical supervision
Follow up of national & international requirements /obligations.

Logistics Officer – STRIDES Project - Management Sciences for Health

Job Title: Logistics Officer – STRIDES Project
Organization: Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Project Name: STRIDES
Funding Source: USAID
Duty Station: MSH/SURE Offices, Kampala, Uganda

About MSH:
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. MSH Uganda is currently running a number of USAID and other donor funded projects, both in Kampala and other parts of the country including STRIDES for Family Health project and TRACKTB.


Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing strategic guidance, establishing and overseeing a functional logistics/store management system and supervising the operations and management of the stores.
She/ he will ensure that STRIDES donations such as long lasting insecticide treated nets (LLINs), hygiene kits and medical equipment are managed and systematically distributed across STRIDES collaborating districts.
In collaboration with the M&E unit, ensure that logistics data including distribution and client information is entered in a central data base, analyzed and reported on a monthly basis.

Field Officer Job opportunity at Elizabeth Glasser Pediatric AIDS Foundation in Uganda

Job title: Field Officer
organization Elizabeth Glasser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Country: Uganda
City  Mbarara
Category: Logistics/Transportation
Closing date: October 11, 2013

Uganda jobs Vacancy Logistics Assistant at The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

Job title Logistics Assistant
Organization The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Country Uganda
City Kampala
Category Logistics
The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is a global leader in the fight against pediatric HIV and AIDS, working in 13 countries and at 4700 sites around the world to prevent the transmission of HIV to Children, and to help for a two year cooperative agreement to implement a project to optimize HIV Treatment Access Among Pregnant Women (OHTA) in 8 districts in the south western region of Uganda

Provide other services as requested by management
Procurement of office consumables
Taking charge of the office generator
Checking functionality/expiry of firefighting equipment
Payment of office utility bills

Ugandan jobs for Procurement and Logistics Officer at Self Help Africa Uganda,

Job Title Procurement and Logistics Officer
City Kampala,
Country Uganda
Category Procurement
Closing Date 13th September, 2013
Organization Self Help Africa

Job Description
Self Help Africa Uganda, an International Non-Governmental Organization implementing rural development programs in Uganda at grassroots level, seeks to recruit Procurement and Logistics Officer to handle the procurement of goods and services for respective organizational stakeholders, as well as the management of Self Help Africa-Uganda fleet in accordance with the procurement policies and the vehicle policy.

Further details of this position, including a detailed job description, are available at: www.selfhelpafrica.org

How to Apply
Send in your application and also fill in the availed form from the website www.selfhelpafrica.org and e-mail the filled form to: Uganda@selfhelpafrica.org Closing date: 13th September, 2013. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by mail and or telephone. Self Help Africa is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Logistics Officer Jobs Opportunity at PEAS Uganda

Job title: Logistics Officer
Country: Uganda
City: Kampala
Closing date: August 2, 2013 - 5pm

Job Summary:
The logistics officer provides technical support to the construction and department , promotes good stewardship and ensures that logistics support program
The role will be based in our Ugandan Office and work closely with program with program with programme and operations Departments .
Experience and qualifications
• Bachelors Degree (Administration , Project Management technical or Mechanical
• Minimum 2 years of logistics , supply chain experience preferably in the NGO
• Experience in vehicle fleet Management
• Experiencing of training and developing staff in Logistics and administrative systems
• Project management skills is desirable

How to apply:
Send your application cover letter and CV to
Info-peaseuganda@peas.org.uk or
The Human Resources Manager
PEAS Uganda
P.O Box 23308,
Kampala
Plot 2881, Block 216 Ntinda Kisaasi
Membejja Road Opposite Ndere Centre

Logistics Manager Job Opportunity in Uganda at A&G Associates Ltd

Job title: Logistics Manager
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Min. years of experience: 8 years
Minimum degree: Masters degree
Closing date: August 31, 2013 - 5pm
Responsibilities
• Conduct a logistics field assessment and develop the logistics strategy and implementation plan for the logistics teams
• Ensure the Logistics plan and strategy is implemented and monitored within the project

Assistant Procurement Officer Jobs - Ndejje University in Kampala

Job Title: Assistant Procurement Officer

Ndejje University invites suitably, qualified, competent, creative, confident, and self driven, with track record of integrity and computer literate individuals of impeccable character to fill the vacant position above.
Responsibilities
• To coordinate the tendering, evaluation, placement and monitoring of a portfolio of corporate contacts including the University‘s Capital Purchasing Program.
• To assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practices with due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards and whole life costing.
• To assist in negotiations of contract terms on a range of central contracts and to help monitoring performance against these contracts as will be directed.
• To actively promote the procurement function within the University including the development and improvement of training and skills of staff involved in the devolved in the devolved purchasing environment within the University.
• To supervise all university stores
Qualifications
• An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Logistics Management, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Certificate in Procurement and Supplies or its equivalent plus a three years experience in a similar position.
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

How to apply
The Application should be addressed to;
University Secretary
Ndejje University
P. O. Box 7088,
Kampala
Deadline: 06 /08 /2013

Regional Logistics Officer - Malaria Consortium in Kampala

Job Title: Regional Logistics Officer

Department: OPERATIONS

Reports To: Africa Operations Manager

Location: Kampala - Uganda
Background:
Malaria Consortium is an international organisation working primarily in Africa and Asia on communicable disease control. Malaria Consortium works closely with Ministries of Health (MoH) and partners and is involved in all aspects of malaria control, from policy and strategy development to implementation, monitoring, evaluation and research. Malaria Consortium also works on tuberculosis control and other communicable diseases, including neglected tropical diseases. Malaria Consortium provides comprehensive technical services and ensures its Programmes have high level technical oversight. Its approach is to support national systems wherever possible and to improve programmes through rigorous monitoring, evaluation and operational research. The Malaria Consortium’s head office is in London, UK and the Africa Regional Office is in Kampala, Uganda. There are several country offices in Africa and a regional office in Thailand.



Job Purpose:
The Regional Logistics Officer is part of the Malaria Consortium Operations department at regional level and provides support to the Africa regional officeand country logistics staff in a wide range of logistics processes including;

• Procurement policy implementation, training and follow up
• Asset management policy implementation, training and follow up
• Warehousing and storage policy implementation, training and follow up
• Fleet Management policy implementation, training and follow up
• Follow up of international procurement through the appointed procurement agent

The Regional Logistics Officer will work with the Africa Operations Manager and logistics staff across the region to ensure that logistics systems are in place and followed and that reporting processes are adequate.He/she will also ensure high quality of support to the well-functioning of the Africa Regional office.

Key Accountabilities:

Procurement and Logistics
• Support the delivery of a high quality, timely, transparent and accountable procurement through a standard procurement tracking system.
• Carry out procurement for the Africa regional office and for projects supported at regional level
• Be the focal person between Malaria Consortium and the appointed procurement agent by ensuring the right goods are purchased, through the right channel, delivered at the right place and at the right time.
• Support the review of, and ensure compliance with, Malaria Consortium operations and logistics systems including manuals and purchase order processes and filing
• Assist country offices to establish authorised and contracted vendors and maintain a reliable database of price list for different categories of works, supplies and suppliers
• Support country offices to maximise compliance with procurement and logistical donor compliance

Fleet Management
• Support country logistics staff to ensure that vehicle transportation needs are met in a safe manner with well-maintained and insured vehicles driven by trained and disciplined drivers
• Ensure that vehicle maintenance schedules are monitored and maintained through monthly tracking from each country programme.
• Ensure that mileage and fuel use is actively monitored and correctly reported to finance for donor reporting and management information through monthly tracking from country programmes.

Warehouse Management
• Provide advice and training to support teams to ensure that all stocks are well received, stored and dispatched with good record keeping in line with Malaria Consortium’s warehouse policy
• Ensure regular stock counts are carried out in all countries through monthly stock reports from country programmes.
• Travel to country programmes to assist with stock reconciliation and quality control when there is a need.

Asset Management
• Support the implementation of the asset manual in country offices and provide training to staff as required
• Ensure asset checks and reports are consistently and accurately submitted by country offices through a quarterly tracking report form country programmes.
• During country visits perform a check of the assets register and the asset registering process to ensure that assets are recorded, the asset register is up to date, and that assets are well maintained and stored.

Office support
• In Kampala, support the logistical and office running activities of the regional office in coordination with the country office operations team.
• Support the regional admin officer in conference, meeting and or other official events preparation when requested.
• Assist the Africa Operations Manager in compiling and producing qualitative logistics reports including Procurement Tracking, Stock, Vehicle fuel consumption and usage tracking on a monthly basis.


PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications and experience:

Essential
• A degree or high level of education in a relevant field: Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Administration
• At least three years logistics experience with an International NGO or similar organisation
• Experience in international procurement and good knowledge of key commodities and suppliers
• Good working understanding of various donors requirements
• Proficient in the use of MS Office in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Desirable
• Experience in providing regional logistics support
• Financial and budgetary skills
• Experience of working in relatively insecure locations
• Flexible approach and positive attitude

Other Information
• Length of contract:
• Travel: when required.
• National Position at regional level

Closing date is Wednesday 31stJuly 2013

How to Apply
Applications should be sent to hr.recruitment@malariaconsortium.org
Ref: Regional Logistics Officer

Malaria Logistics Advisor - Uganda at Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)

 Job Title: Malaria Logistics Advisor

Job Location   Uganda  Type   Full-Time Paid
Business Unit   In-Country Operations  
More information about this job:
Overview:
About the Clinton Health Access Initiative:
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 required for high-quality care and treatment programs.

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 the medicines needed for treatment—representing nearly half of all people and 2 out of 3 children 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 Logistics Advisor will be seconded to the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) of the Ministry of Health to provide technical assistance to enhance access to malaria commodities, including drugs, diagnostics and LLINs. The Advisor will seek to optimize Uganda’s mix of malaria commodities, enhance the supply chain, and provide support in procurement and forecasting analysis. The Advisor will also help the Ministry of Health develop the internal capacity required to strengthen the systems that deliver those commodities to facilities.

The Advisor must be a strategic thinker with the exceptional quantitative skills. The Advisor will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks, from quantitative analysis in Excel to enhancing communication between the National Medical Stores, Joint Medical Stores, Ministry of Health, and the National Drug Authority to ensure adequate drugs and diagnostics are available at every level of the supply chain. The Advisor will also spend time in the field, collecting data and supporting health facilities. The Advisor will become well versed in the costs, efficacy and side effects of diverse drugs, diagnostics and commodities. The Advisor must exhibit a passion for results and a commitment to excellence.

We place great value on the following qualities: flexibility, resourcefulness, responsibility, persistence, independence, energy, and work ethic. We seek a highly motivated individual with outstanding academic credentials and a strong record of achievement.

The Advisor will spend ~20% of his/her time travelling domestically, primarily to regions with limited facilities.
Responsibilities:

    Supporting the National Malaria Control Program of the Ministry of Health to improve their logistical capacity
    Ensuring adequate drugs, diagnostics and LLINs are available throughout the supply chain
    Building capacity among government staff and partners to sustainably manage malaria logistics
    Conducting analysis to inform drug and diagnostics orders, stock management and supply chain
    Collaborating with Ministry of Health colleagues and partners on logistical issues
    Developing and refining information management tools and developing innovative ways to expand access to malaria commodities
    Monitoring commodity shortages and expiries
    Making presentations and developing reports on malaria logistics
    Other responsibilities, as needed

Qualifications:

    At least three years of work experience in a demanding, results-oriented supply chain, logistics, or similarly quantitative environment
    Excellent problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills, including fluency in Excel and PowerPoint
    Strong communications skills, both written and oral
    Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work independently
    Ability to learn on the job quickly and absorb/synthesize a broad range of information
    Strong work ethic and flexibility

Advantages:
    Experience working in a similar quantitative analysis capacity
    Experience working with government or quasi-government entities
    Experience working in public health, particularly with a focus on malaria

How to Apply:
https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/3347/malaria-logistics-advisor/job

Deadline: 25th May 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

Pharmaceutical Logistics Coordinator - Plan International

Job title: Pharmaceutical Logistics Coordinator

Plan International
Founded 75 years ago, Plan International is one of the oldest and largest children's development organizations in the world. We work in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas to promote child rights and lift millions of children out of poverty. Plan's vision is of a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people's rights and dignity. Plan is independent, with no religious, political or governmental affiliations.
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalized with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively. NU-HITES (Northern Uganda Health Integration to Improve Services) is a USAID funded project in northern Uganda to improve access to / regular use of basic health services and requires intensive monitoring and evaluation at many levels with many stakeholders.

Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Gulu,
Job category: Logistics
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: May 17, 2013 - 5pm
This position reports to the Sub-regional Project Coordinator and the successful candidate will be a member of the Sub-Regional Team. The incumbent will provide technical support towards achieving improved availability of essential medicines and other health commodities in population in Northern Uganda. It is a full-time position based in the sub-regional offices of Gulu for a five-year term, with frequent travel to districts in the Northern Region of Uganda.
Dimensions of Role:
The Logistics Coordinator for the NU-HITES program reports to the Sub-Regional Project Coordinator. She/ He works closely with other project staff and the logistics teams of in the districts, Medical Stores and Ministry of Health to provide continued technical assistance in ensuring efficiency in management of pharmaceutical commodities. This technical assistance is especially aimed at maintaining the current logistics management information systems and reporting requirements, data quality and completeness and supply chain effectiveness for the NU-HITES program and the general health programs in the district. The Logistics Coordinator will also work closely with the Supply Chain Specialist at the central project and the M&E team to transition the district logistics management information into integrated National pharmaceutical management and LMIS systems when they are developed.
Key End Results and typical Responsibilities:
1. Provide support to District health offices in pharmaceutical management to ensure effective and efficient quantification, forecasts and management of health commodities.
2. Provide technical assistance to district logistics teams to ensure that vertical programs’ commodity pipelines are analyzed and monitored at all levels of the supply system.
3. Build capacity of pharmacy staff and data managers in health facilities and at district health offices to accurately enter data.
4. In collaboration with other USAID partners, build capacity of district and health facility logistics teams to effectively monitor stocks and accurate and timely reporting for commodity utilization.
5. Conduct periodic quality audits for logistics teams and data managers at health facilities and district health offices to ensure that there is, standardization, timeliness, completeness and accuracy for data entry and order generation follows recommended criteria for ARVs, TB drugs, Malaria drugs, Laboratory supplies and Reproductive Health commodities.
6. Provide Technical assistance to district health offices and health facilities in item selection, management of regimen switch systems, preparation, program pipeline monitoring and monitoring of the Supply Chain Management plans.
7. Work with the Supply Chain Specialist and the M&E teams to transition the vertical supply and reporting systems into integrated National pharmaceutical management and LMIS systems.
8. Prepare periodical performance reports as required by the program and the Ministry of Health and support the NU-HITES M&E component
9. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time as need arises.
Communications and Working Relationships:
• NU-HITES Sub-Regional Coordinator, who will provide direct line management to the incumbent
• NU-HITES Supply Chain Advisor: Technical support in planning, implementation and monitoring of the supply chain activities
• District Logistics Teams: Planning, implementation and monitoring of Supply Chain Management plans.
Qualifications /Skills/Experience:
• A degree in pharmacy. Post-graduate training in Health Systems Management, public health or M&E is an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience in providing pharmaceutical management technical assistance especially in the area of supply chain management, quantification and procurement.
• Work experience with medicines logistics management information systems
• Working experience in Uganda with knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the Uganda public health system. Previous experience with USAID supported programs is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other stakeholders in developing creative and strategic solutions to achieve common goals.
• Demonstrated strong organizational, administrative, communications and reporting skills.
• Strong teamwork and team-building skills.
Contact/How to apply:
People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
Uganda
E-mail:application@ppg.co.ug

Logistics Officer - Infecteous Diseases Institute in Kampala

 Job Title: Logistics Officer

Infectious Diseases Institute is seeking to employ suitable applicants for the above post.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate project logistics activities including procurement, management and storage of surgical , pharmaceutical and lab supplies .
• Ensure availability and cost-effective , safe efficacious and rational use of surgical , pharmaceutical products including strengthening the already existing SCM health systems at the project sites .
• Strengthen the process of Logistics management of supplies in alignment with MOH guidelines .
• Support forecasting and qualification of project supplies
• Support good storage and distribution practices at all project circumcision sites .
• Support Logistics related technical aspects of training targets (including development of a training plan to achieve training targets )
Requirements
• The minimum requirement is a Diploma in Pharmacy .
Experience
• At least two years of relevant work experience in a similar position .
How to apply
Qualified and Interested persons may hand deliver, post their application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees to ;
The Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P. O. Box 22418, Kampala
Deadline: 17/ 05/ 2013

Inventory Analyst - Mantrac Uganda Limited in Kampala

Job Title: Inventory Analyst

Mantrac Uganda Limited invites applications from highly motivated and suitably qualified graduates for employment in the above post.
Tasks
• Analyzing the daily back orders (Reasons and levels).
• Analyzing the Stock weekly /Monthly reports for service percentage /Stock value
• Purchase order review and confirmation before sending .
• Updating system replacement and stocking indicators for new and old items
• Reviewing Add-To-Stock request as per the expediting /cancellation decisions.
Qualifications
• A degree in logistics and procurement or any related qualification
• Technical experience of two years
• Must be computer literate , with good knowledge of Excel
• Writing and reporting skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
How to apply
To apply send a copy of your updated Curriculum vitae and cover letter with three work related referees including photocopies of your academic papers to the contract given below;
The Human Resource Manager,
Mantrac Uganda
Plot 17/41, 7th Street , Industrial Area
P. O. Box 7126 Kampala, Uganda
Deadline : 10 /05 /2013

Logistics Assistant - RTI International in Kampala

Job Title: Logistics Assistant

RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative , multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people , RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services .
Qualifications
Knowledge (Education and Related Experience ):
• Degree in relevant field of pharmacy or supply chain management an added advantage
• Skills in business management or materials management and logistics management
• A minimum of three years proven work experience in drug/materials and program management
• Experience in all aspects of program management ; planning , organizing, analytical and financial skills
Skills ( Special Training or Competence):
• Project management skills
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written )
• Good spoken and written English
• Good computer (IT) skills
• Ability to understand and work with project budgets, forecasts and reports
How to apply
To apply ; Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should submit your CV and Cover Letter to Scott Torres at envision.ug@gmail.com
Deadline: 23 / 04 /2013

Logistics Assistant - World Food Program in Kampala

Job Title: Logistics Assistant

The World Food Program is the United Nations frontier agency against world hunger.
Duties
• Carry out data entry into Commodity Movement Processing and Analysis System on a daily basis according to Commodity Tracking System rules and procedures ;
• Maintain a proper filling system for all documents received according to standing CTS rules and procedures ;
• Carry out daily data replications with the sub office and Country office on a daily basis and produce a weekly status report.
• Monitor back up of data for data security ;
Qualifications
• University degree in either of the following fields Accounts , Procurement & Logistics , Computer Science, Statistics or the equivalent , obtained from a recognized institution ;
• Or a diploma in Accounts , Procurement & Logistics , Computer Statistics coupled with no longer relevant working experience ;
• At least three years relevant working experience in the field of accounting , transport , insurance , statistics operations , gained from a reputable organization
• Good working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Access , MS Word & Excel and other Networking operating Systems
How to apply
Ugandan Nationals who meet the above requirements are requested to submit their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae .
Using the address below ;
The Human Resource Officer
UN World Food Program
P. O. Box 7159, Kampala .
Deadline: 25 /04 / 2013

Dispatch Clerks - HudaniManji Holdings Ltd

 Dispatch Clerks (Logistics) - HudaniManji Holdings Ltd

HudaniManji Holdings Ltd is establishing a modern and highly technological poultry facility in Semuto (Bulemezi), with the aim of providing quality conscious poultry operation and products of unmatched quality at reasonable prices for both the local and external market. We are looking to employ a highly professional and committed team of up to 200 staff to spearhead our vision and mission. We are currently looking for qualified staff for these positions;
Job title: Order And Dispatch Clerk
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Bulemenzi - Semuto
Job category: Logistics/Transportation
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: March 25, 2013 - 4pm
Job Purpose
The purpose of this position is to receive and process chicken and chicken portions orders, and have them dispatched.
Key Duties and Responsibilities;
 To receive orders from clients or sales people.
 To liaise with the abattoir staff to process chicken or chicken portion for the received orders.
 To check and ensure that freezing/holding of the chicken is done before distribution.
 To confirm the arrival time of the vehicle/truck and liaise with respective department sections.
 To weigh, load and ensure dispatch of products to clients.
 To inspect and monitor the cold truck(s).
 And other duties as may be required from time to time.
Relevant Experience and Qualification;
 Minimum of five years experience in similar field.
 Formal education, and a diploma or bachelor in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
 Knowledge in bar coding, labeling and product dates will be an added advantage.
Other Requirements;
 Strength in Administration, and product knowledge
 Proficiency in computer especially MS office packages
 Good communications skills, and written and spoken English
Qualified Locals are encouraged to apply
Contact/How to apply:
Please send your CV with the job title clearly marked on the envelope or email subject; along with 3 work related referees, salary history, cover letter and notice period required at your current job to hudanihr@yahoo.com (not exceeding 3MB) or mail it to:
P.O. BOX 152 Kampala, Uganda
Attn; Human Resource Consultant
HudaniManji Holdings Ltd
Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Any form of lobbying will lead to disqualification. Expiry Date for receiving applications is 25th March 2013