Information and Documentation Officer - People Performance Group

Job  title Information and Documentation Officer

Reporting to: Head of Programme (HOP)
Work centre: Kampala
The DGF Programme Management Unit (DGF- PMU) is responsible for the management and implementation of the programme components as agreed by the DGF-Steering Committee while observing the DGF Board’s strategic direction. In addition to the Head of Programme, the PMU has a Finance and Administration Department and three DGF component teams. The Information and Documentation Officer (IDO), who will also serve as Executive Assistant, will report directly to the Head of Programme. The Information and Documentation Officer will work within the framework of the DGF Communication Strategy, guided by the HOP. The Information and Documentation Officer is part of a 3 member ‘Results and Communications Unit’ which also includes a Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and a Results and Communications Assistant.

Key responsibilities:
• Keep the DGF web-site updated and well maintained.
• Manage the DGF’s policy on visibility and recognition (logo)
• Keep track of DGF and partner coverage in the media
• Edit Semi-Annual Progress Reports and the Annual Report.
• Manage ad-hoc requests for information from key stake-holders
• Prepare minutes from meetings in the Steering Committee & Board.
• Provide editorial and quality assurance support to programme staff.
• Oversee management of the internal filing system and the extranet
• Stimulate a culture of learning within DGF and keep track of learning opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a database of CVs of consultants.
• Assist the HOP in preparing programs for visiting missions
• Assist the HOP in the preparation of notes from meetings
• Assist the HOP in maintaining good communication with external stake-holders.
• Undertake any other assignments as delegated by the HOP

Minimum Requirements
• An advanced degree in Mass Communication or related field preferably to Masters Level.
• Excellent analytical, communication and report writing skills.
• Additional qualifications in the relevant technical areas.
• At least three years experience working in similar role.
• Good knowledge of the media landscape in Uganda

How to Apply

Eight of Uganda’s International Development Partners developed a joint Democratic Governance Facility (DGF) to manage coherent, harmonized and coordinated multi-donor support to state and non-state institutions aimed at enhancing democratic governance in Uganda. It is based upon three components: Deepening Democracy, Rights, Justice and Peace, and Voice and Accountability. Contact 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: “DGF – InfoDoc”/”DGF– Program Officer”. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB. While we thank all applicants for your interest, only the selected 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 Attn.: The Director E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Job expires in 6 days.

Programme Officer, Civic Education - People Performance Group

Job title Programme Officer, Civic Education

Reporting to: Manager, Deepening Democracy Component (CM)
Work centre: Kampala
Civic education and civic engagement are central to the DGF’s efforts of improving democratic governance in Uganda. Enhancing the knowledge and ability of Ugandan citizens to claim their rights, actively participate in democratic processes and demand for accountability is a priority that underpins and cuts across all 3 components of the DGF.
The PO will be responsible for the implementation of the DGF’s civic education strategy, in particular the management of DGF’s relations with some 15 partners undertaking a coherent, coordinated set of projects, including a resource center, a dedicated radio soap opera and a dozen community-based interventions around the country. The PO will ensure that projects are on track, actively monitoring implementation, promoting mutual learning and sharing of best practices, and liaising with other stakeholders, particularly the UHRC, state institutions and other CSOs.

Key responsibilities:
• Analyze key developments affecting the implementation of civic education interventions;
• Liaise with key stakeholders in civic education;
• Keep abreast of local, national and international “best practices” in civic education;
• Ensure good working relationships with partner organisations aimed at sound project implementation;
• Provide capacity development support to partners as/if needed;
• Ensure that partners comply with the DGF’s “Finance & Administration Manual” and “Partnership Manual”;
• Ensure that cross-cutting issues are addressed adequately, especially gender related issues;
• Promote information sharing and mutual learning;
• Provide input to the development of annual work plans and budgets of the DGF;
• Report on the indicators, milestones and targets for civic education as per the DGF’s objectives logframe;
• Monitor project progress and achievement of milestones and targets;
• Ensure that a comprehensive evaluation of DGF’s civic education interventions is carried out in a timely manner.
• Undertake any other assignments as delegated by the Component Manager.

Minimum Requirements:
• A Masters degree in the areas of adult education, non-for-profit management, development studies, law, human rights and/or political science.
• Additional qualifications in project and program management & administration, financial management, monitoring and evaluation or related topics would be a distinct advantage.
• At least five years experience in similar roles.

How to Apply

Eight of Uganda’s International Development Partners developed a joint Democratic Governance Facility (DGF) to manage coherent, harmonized and coordinated multi-donor support to state and non-state institutions aimed at enhancing democratic governance in Uganda. It is based upon three components: Deepening Democracy, Rights, Justice and Peace, and Voice and Accountability. Contact 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: “DGF – InfoDoc”/”DGF– Program Officer”. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB. While we thank all applicants for your interest, only the selected 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 Attn.: The Director E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug

Project Assistant (Documentation) - Cheshire Services Uganda (CSU)

Job Title: Project Assistant (Documentation)

Employer: Cheshire Services Uganda (CSU)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 31st July, 2013

Job Details
Cheshire Services Uganda (CSU) is a local nongovernmental organization working in the field of disability arid development CSU is a member of the Leonard Cheshire Disability Global Alliance, a membership of over 55 countries. CSU works with and for Persons with Disabilities through four thematic programme areas of Livelihood, Inclusive Education, Advocacy and campaign and Health and rehabilitation. Seeking to recruit a Project Assistant (Documentation)

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop project related case studies
• Support development of organisation and project IEC materials in conformity with CSU and donor guidelines.
• Regular update of organisation website
• Participate in the production and preparation of project related communication materials, fact sheets and reports;
• Ensure that the Education Resource Centre is well managed and there are reading materials Support development of project databases
• Work with other staff to maintain project databases

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should possess a degree in Library and Information Science, Communication, Information Technology or related field.
• Two years of experience in a related field.
• Excellent knowledge of both spoken and written English.
• A good knowledge of working with online databases.
• Knowledge and ability to develop a database for electronic documentation.
• A highly-developed sense of initiative and responsibility, coupled with dynamism, organizational skills, logic and flexibility.
• Language requirements: Knowledge of English and the local language,
• Other Personal Competencies: Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, good problem solving, planning and organizing, and customer care skills.
• Additionally, all prospective employees should demonstrate the ability to work in a team, independently with minimum supervision as well as ability to work with Persons with Disabilities.

How to Apply:
Send their application letters, CVs with three referees and copies of academic documents and state current and expected salary amount to:

The Chairperson Cheshire Services, Uganda
Plot 953, Koire Close,
off Bukoto-Ntinda Road, Bukoto.
P.O Box 70012 Clock Tower,
Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 31st July, 2013

Driver - Uganda at Cheshire Services Uganda (CSU)

Job Title: Driver

Employer: Cheshire Services Uganda (CSU)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 31st July, 2013

Job Summary:

The Driver will transport staff and any other project cargo in the operational area.


Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services to the project stall times.
• Maintenance of daily vehicle logs.
• Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil. check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
• Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and map of the city/country, first aid kit, car Alarm and necessary spare parts.
• Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.
• Any other duties as assigned by superiors.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• The applicant should possess a Uganda Certificate of Education.
• A Valid Ugandan driving license.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• A minimum of five years driving experience and good knowledge of the regions and the country.
• Be reliable, punctual, self-motivated, a great attitude and good work ethics.
• Language requirements: Knowledge of English and the local language,
• Other Personal Competencies: Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, good problem solving, planning and organizing, and customer care skills.
• Additionally, all prospective employees should demonstrate the ability to work in a team, independently with minimum supervision as well as ability to work with Persons with Disabilities.

How to Apply:
Send their application letters, CVs with three referees and copies of academic documents and state current and expected salary amount to:

The Chairperson Cheshire Services, Uganda
Plot 953, Koire Close,
off Bukoto-Ntinda Road, Bukoto.
P.O Box 70012 Clock Tower,
Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 31st July, 2013

Personnel and Administrative Officer - IntraHealth International in Kampala

Job Title: Personnel and Administrative Officer

IntraHealth Uganda is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant position above .
Key Functions
• The Personnel and Administrative Officer will be in charge of administrative issues relating to the hiring program in the Gulu office .
• Review the time certifications from the districts and the project sub-regions each month and help to resolve discrepancies or other non-compliance issues relating to them .
Education
• Must have a bachelors degree in Social Sciences , Human resource management or public administration ;
• Should have work experience of at least 3 years preferably with NGOs sub-sector ;
• Experience in working with human resources is preferred
• Strong interpersonal teamwork and programming skills
• Strong skills in understanding , speaking and writing English

How to apply
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant post. Applications should be addressed to the Logistics and Administration Officer NU-HITES Project and should be sent by email or submitted to NU-HITES Project offices at Plot 31, Onono Road , Senior Quarters, Larroo Division , Gulu Municipality . Applications should be received in time.
Applicants should attach photocopies of their certificates and testimonials to their application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Deadline: 31 /07 /2013

Program Manager Project Management - Health Alliance Uganda in Kampala

Job Title: Program Manager ,Project Management

Community Health Alliance Uganda is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant position above.
Qualifications
• Advanced degree in health , population, demography , social sciences or related field
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in knowledge management , monitoring and evaluation , community engagement and SRH, HIV and family planning or development programs of knowledge management , monitoring and evaluation , community engagement and SRH, HIV and family planning or development programs of knowledge management sharing initiatives
• Experience in fundraising, donor relations , strategy and proposal development .
Abilities
• Extensive experience in development , design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems at organizational and field settings .
• Knowledge and experience of using qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods, including basic statistical packages
• Ability to explain complex concepts in layman’s language and generate and establish productive relationships
• Ability to develop , manage and administer comprehensive and complex programs

How to apply
Suitable candidates for the above post should submit applications with detailed curriculum vitae , copies of academic certificates , name and address of three referees and a daytime telephone number to the International HIV/AIDS Alliance offices addressed to;
The Executive Director ,
Community Health Alliance,
Plot 19. Kawalya Kagwa Close, Kololo
P. O. Box 40333, Kampala
Deadline: 02 /08 / 2013

Senior Personnel Officer - IntraHealth International in Kampala

Job Title: Senior Personnel Officer

Intra Health Uganda is recruiting qualified candidates for the vacant position above .
Key Functions
• The Senior personnel officer shall manage the hiring program , under the supervision of the Director Health Systems Strengthening.
• Assist districts in identifying HRH needs and updating action plans for recruitment and deployment .
• Monitor and report any problems relating to the hiring program and bring these problems to the Director HSS as necessary
• Contribute to activities and work teams as assigned.
Qualifications
• Masters degree in social sciences or health sciences , or a bachelor’s degree in business administration or economics with financing option with at least five years work experience in a related area.
• Experience working in human resources is preferred
• Strong interpersonal teamwork and programming skills
• Strong communications skills and strength in speaking and writing in English .
• Strong organizational skills
How to apply
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant post. Applications should be addressed to the Logistics and Administration Officer NU-HITES Project and should be sent by email or submitted to NU-HITES Project offices at Plot 31, Onono Road , Senior Quarters, Larroo Division , Gulu Municipality . Applications should be received in time.
Applicants should attach photocopies of their certificates and testimonials to their application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Deadline: 31 /07 /2013