ICT Project Assistant - UNOPS mission

ICT Project Assistant, Entebbe, Uganda
Closing Date: Wednesday, 10 April 2013

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground. UNOPS employs more than 6000 personnel and on behalf of its partners creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centres, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries. UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.
Background Information - NAO
North America Regional Office
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.
Background Information - Development Group Cluster
Development Group Cluster
The UNOPS Development Group Cluster is based in the North America Office and supports a diverse and complex portfolio including partners such as the United Nations Development Programme (the Bureau for Development Policy, the Human Development Report Office, and the Special Unit for South-South Cooperation), the United Nations Population Fund, the United Nations Capital Development Fund, the United Nations Secretariat and a broadening community of primarily New York-based UN partners in the delivery of project management, implementation and administration services. The United Nations Department of Field Support, Information and Communications Technology Division (UN DFS-ICTD) is charged with the provision of continuous and reliable voice, data and video services to the Department 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. UNOPS has been requested to assist in the implementation of this activity.
Functional Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the ICT Development Coordinator, the incumbent provide support to the ICT Development, ICT Security and ICT Operational Resilience. In particular The ICT Project Assistant will be responsible for:
Compiling, summarizing and presenting basic information/data on specific projects and related issues;
Assisting with the submission and review of project documents, cost plans, budgets, verification of availability of funds, ensuring necessary approval and entry in computerized systems;
Liaise with project management groups in other locations as required.
Assisting with monitoring status of project proposals and receipt of relevant documentation for review and approval;
Assisting with preparing status reports, performance reporting, and tracking project staffing requirements and expenditures;
Provide general office assistance, set up and maintain files/records, organize meetings, physical space planning, identification of office technology needs, maintenance of equipment inventory, etc.;
Perform other related administrative duties, as required, e.g., operational training and travel administrative assistance, attendance and leave recording, recording of expenditures and facilitation of financial recovery;
Performs other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism:
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Ability to perform with minimal supervision, and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines often in difficult and demanding conditions.
Planning and Organizing:
Ability to organize, plan and implement work assignments, manage competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
Communications:
Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to prepare reports, formulate positions on issues, articulate options concisely conveying maximum necessary information, and make and defend recommendations.
Teamwork:
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
EDUCATION:
High School or equivalent diploma;
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in an international/multi-cultural organization in the field of ICT, finance, human resources, administrative services or other related fields;
Knowledge of the Department of Field Support, UN systems and applications and Staff Regulations and Financial Rules.
Proficient knowledge of MS Office and MS Project.
LANGUAGE:
Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of a second UN language or local language is an asset.
Additional Considerations
Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
For staff positions UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
Contract type, level and durationContract type: FTA Contract level: G5 Contract duration: One Year For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link: http://www.unops.org/english/whoweneed/contract-types/Pages/United-Nations-staff-contracts.aspx Please note that this is a LOCAL post and is only open to all nationals of Uganda and to individuals who have a valid work permit therein.

Energy Program Manager - FINCA International Uganda

Energy Program Manager -  FINCA International Uganda

FINCA International, one of the world's leading microfinance institutions, provides financial services to more than 950,000 clients through 21 wholly-owned and operated subsidiaries in Africa, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Greater Middle East.

Job Summary:  FINCA International is seeking an Energy Program Manager to launch and manage a large-scale micro-energy business (FINCA Energy) in Uganda and eventually surrounding countries. S/he will be based in Uganda and will report to the senior manager, research and new business initiatives, at FINCA International in Washington, DC.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
·         Launch the FINCA Energy program and manage daily operations:
·         Recruit and manage logistics, marketing, sales, and finance staff;
·         Develop policies and procedures covering all aspects of operations: transport and storage of inventory, employee compensation, customer servicing logistics, etc.;
·         Implement an inventory management MIS and oversee all logistical activities;
·         Negotiate supplier agreements;
·         Develop and implement a cohesive merchandising strategy that includes marketing activities, sales messaging, advertising, signage, product display;
·         Develop and deliver sales and technical training to staff and to retailers;
·         Determine criteria for recruiting retailers; provide ongoing training and support to retailers;
·         Implement reporting system to track the performance of the business and report progress to FINCA management;
·         Determine compensation and incentives for staff and retailers.
·         Develop strategy for expansion into new geographic areas;
·         Develop good working relationship with FINCA subsidiaries for purposes of coordinating on financing and sales activities. Develop service level agreements (SLAs) and internal MOUs as necessary;
·         Manage supplier partnerships and relationships with key stakeholders in the market: government agencies, testing facilities, World Bank/ UN Foundation initiatives, donor agencies etc.;
·         Initially manage 2- 3 sales staff. Manage an organization of approximately 20 managers and field agents within three years as program scales.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
·         Advanced Degree in relevant field (Banking, Business, Finance);
·         At least 7 years of relevant work experience;
·         Experience launching, staffing, and managing new ventures to offer products and services targeted at the bottom of the pyramid;
·         Experience in supply chain management. Ideally, candidate has successfully set up sales, distribution, and customer servicing networks, particularly in rural areas in East Africa;
·         Familiarity with microfinance (preferred, not required);
·         Familiarity with sales and distribution of solar products (preferred, not required);
·         Process mapping skills (preferred, not required);
·         Fluency in English required.

How to Apply:
Please visit website below to further review requirements and Apply for Job below:

http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m/template.rc/1.11.189379/

Deadline: 31st March 2013

Office Attendant - Palisa Local Government

Office Attendant - Palisa Local Government

Country: Uganda
City / Location: Pallisa
Minimum degree: Certificate
Closing date: April 22, 2013 - 5pm
Qualifications
• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a pass in English language
Duties
• Cleaning office premises and ensuring that offices are properly locked
• Collecting and delivering office items , documents, mail and parcels as instructed.
• Preparing and serving tea to officers
• Undertaking any official errands outside as instructed .
• Preparing and serving tea to officers
Contact/How to apply:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the vacant post that exist in Palisa Local Government , Applications must be submitted in triplicate on PSC form No. 3 to;
The Secretary District Service Commission Palisa, P. O. Box 14, Palisa

Personnel Officer - Pallisa Local Government

Personnel Officer - Pallisa Local Government

Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Pallisa
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: April 22, 2013 - 5pm
Qualifications
• An Honors Bachelors Degree in Social Work and Social Administration (SWSA) or Human Resources Management or Social Sciences (with Personnel/Human Resource Management as option)
• Management Science or Business Administration (management ) or Arts (with personnel/Human Resource Management as an option) from a recognized University.
Duties
• Carrying out staff welfare management for Local Governments;
• Planning and organizing the manpower resource through recruitment , deployment , training , Utilization and discharge as per schedule;
• Providing technical advise to the council and technical Departments on matters related to Human Resources Management
• Monitoring staff performance through staff appraisal exercise to ensure quality service delivery ;
Contact/How to apply:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the vacant post that exist in Palisa Local Government , Applications must be submitted in triplicate on PSC form No. 3 to;
The Secretary District Service Commission Palisa, P. O. Box 14, Palisa

Driver/Manager - South African Embassy

Driver/Manager - South African Embassy
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Logistics/Transportation
Min. years of experience: 2 years
Closing date: March 28, 2013 - 5pm
Duties and Responsibility
1- Drive the High Commissioner
2- Transport other Official Passengers
3- Ensure proper maintenance of the official car
4- Deliver/Collect mail, documentation and goods to and from service providers
Qualifications
10 years schooling plus 2 years as a driver
Fluent in English
Good written and verbal communication
Diplomacy
Good Knowledge of defensive driving technique
Valid Ugandan drivers license
Planing and organizing
Strong interpersonal skills
Sense of Urgency
Initiative
Contact/How to apply:
Applications together with a detailed CV and copies of all education certificates should be sent to:
First Secretary(Administration)
Plot 15A Nakasero Road

Regional Finance Officer for International NGO

Regional Finance Officer for International NGO

Closing date: 30 Apr 2013
5+ YEARS' EXPERIENCE AT AN INTERNATIONAL NGO ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL

Regional Finance Officer required at the Ugandan Country Office of our partner, an International NGO. This role will involve travelling to and supporting offices in neighbouring countries. 5+ years of experience at an international NGO is ESSENTIAL.

Key responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting

Financial Monitoring – Country Programmes

Financial Monitoring of multiple-country Programmes

Financial Systems Development

Strategic Input

Legal, security and risk management

Human Resources Management

Qualifications and Experience:

Qualified accountant e.g. CPA, ACCA, CIMA

University degree

Experience of NGO donors and reporting requirements

3+ years accounting experience, 1+ years’ managerial experience

Skills:

Working knowledge of accounting software

Excellent IT skills, particularly with Excel

Strong analytical/reporting skills

Very strong English, written and spoken

Remuneration: £25-28K
How to apply:
Please be aware that you must have 5+ year's experience at an International NGO, and have a full accoutning qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, CIMA, unfortunately a university degree in accounting is not enough. For a detailed job description please email your CV to the email address listed at www.afid.org.uk

Education Specialist - UN Children's Fund

Education Specialist -  UN Children's Fund

 Closing date: 27 Mar 2013
Purpose of the post:
Under the supervision of the Education Specialist – ECD and Policy, responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and quality assurance of basic education policy and programme activities in the country programme by: Contributing towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis with particular emphasis on complementary basic education, gender, girls education and education in emergencies; Assisting in the development and/or introduction of new approaches, methods and practices in project management and evaluation, especially to address education of children in IDP camps; Preparing relevant programme documents and reports as required; Undertaking regular field visits to monitor relevance of existing and new education policies for programme development and recommend action for adjustment to and compliance with relevant policies and guidelines; Providing capacity building initiatives for partners in meeting programme objectives for child friendly basic education.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes

 Advanced University Degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related technical field.
 Five years of responsible professional work experience at national and international levels in programme management, monitoring and evaluation in education or a related field.
 Knowledge of latest developments in the field of basic education with emphasis on primary education
 Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.
 Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity
 Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results
 Functional Competencies (Required): Formulating Strategies and Concepts; Analyzing; Applying Technical Expertise; Learning and Researching; Planning and Organizing

Eligibility Criteria
ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
How to apply:
Interested applicants should send their applications including their resume to:

Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda, Plot 9,
George Street, PO Box 7047,
Kampala Uganda
Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org