Plant Maintenance Mechanic Jobs at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Ref: MIUL/08/09/PMM/ENG./2013)
   
Company: Mukwano Group of Companies

Location: Kampala, Uganda


Duties:

• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment in plants to minimize breakdowns,
• Ensure smooth operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by carrying out preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools,
• conveyor systems and production machines;
• Ensure adherence to diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications when troubleshooting
• for malfunctions.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Higher or Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering;
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in mechanical repairs and maintenance in a manufacturing industry.

How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.

Community Development Facilitator Careers at Plan International

Job Title: Community Development Facilitator
   
Company: Plan International

Location: Kampala, Uganda


Responsibilities:

• Facilitate child centred community development;
• Work with children, their families and communities in identifying and managing their own development processes and building meaningful relationships among the multiple stakeholders in the community.
• Facilitate capacity building for children, families and communities and collaboratively work with partners to ensure effective service delivery and advocate for the rights and general wellbeing of children.
• Support communities to mobilize local resources and also provide any relevant information required by the resource mobilisation unit for purposes of proposal/business development to support any community development initiatives.
• Mainstream cross cutting development issues like gender, environment and HIV/AIDs in development processes
• Facilitate the development of children’s organizations, groups and programs
• Facilitate creation of linkages and relations between communities and key partners, and local government to foster integration of interventions for greater synergy in his/her community.

Requirement:
Qualifications and Skills/ Experience:

• A University Degree in Social Work or Development Studies, with additional concentration in one of the following areas -Agriculture, or Human Rights, Public Health and Education with knowledge and skills in community-based development with a bias in child programming.
• Demonstrate Knowledge of basic laws and policies related to children - UNCRC, Children's Act, LG decentralization policy
• Flexibility and willingness to listen and learn from communities and children
• Experience and knowledge of PRA
• Ability to work in teams, negotiation and facilitation skills
• A good knowledge and skills in participatory advocacy and lobbying
• Willingness to engage in full immersion and live as close as possible to the community
• Experience and knowledge of project planning, monitoring and evaluation
• Experience in partnership building, networking and collaboration.
• Good understanding of programme concepts from a rights-based approach
• Computer literacy, with good communication skills
• Good resources mobilization skills and ability to write good concept papers
• Knowledge of Ateso/Jophadola language is added advantage - (for Tororo)
• Knowledge of Luo - (for Lira)
• Ability and willingness to ride a motorcycle will be a must

How to apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should forward soft copies of letters of application, together with a CV to the email address below Indicating the Job title as the subject. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates, names and contact details of three references plus salary history should be included and sent to:-

The Country Human Resources Manager,
Plan Uganda

Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org.

Please note that no hard copies will be accepted.

Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please consider your application unsuccessful in case you do not hear from us by 15th November, 2013.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Sponsorship Assistant at Plan International in Uganda

Job Title: Sponsorship Assistant
   
Company: Plan International

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Responsibilities:
• Type, proof read and compile all Sponsor Child Introductions (SCI) and Sponsored Child Updates (SCU) for each month in time
• Use checklist to ensure that information on the SCIs and SCUs is accurate
• Download quality photos from the field staff to a designated file for future use
• Enter New Enrolment into the ES4 system and upload to child data photos and SCIs of all pooled children within specified time
• Update Sponsorship Coordinator on all SC Communications that raise queries from time to time.
• Support community training in Sponsorship communications
• Proof read all Sponsored child communications to ensure that no NOIs arise from statements made in the communications
• Participate in working with children and community members to produce quality and timely Area Overviews, Area Updates and Development Education Communication
• Enter all Sponsor Child and Sponsor data or SC gifts in the system correctly, accurately within one week from the date of receipt.
• Type cancellation/graduation memos in free format correctly, accurately and timely before submitting to the sponsorship Coordinator for final editing and quality control
• Support enrolment of SCs in new locations.
• Enter into child data SCI information with complete quality photos for new enrolments.
Requirement:
Qualifications /Skills/ Experience:

• Advanced Diploma in Secretarial Studies.
• Good computer skills especially in Micro-soft Word and Excel
• Good typing skills of not less than 50 words per minute.
• Knowledge and Experience in Database management may be an added advantage.
• Must have at least 3 years working experience preferably with an NGO.
• Must demonstrate ability to generate and utilize digital images
• Has experience in Basic backup and recovery procedures for corporate systems.
• Has experience working on a LAN environment.
• Interest in addressing children, family and community development issues.
• Proficiency in both oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic hardware problems.
• Open, friendly and pleasant personality.

How to apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should forward soft copies of letters of application, together with a CV to the email address below Indicating the Job title as the subject. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates, names and contact details of three references plus salary history should be included and sent to:-

The Country Human Resources Manager,
Plan Uganda

Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org.

Please note that no hard copies will be accepted.

Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please consider your application unsuccessful in case you do not hear from us by 15th November, 2013.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Assistant Accountant Jobs at Plan International in Uganda

Job Title: Assistant Accountant
   
Company: Plan International

Location: Kampala, Uganda
 
Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist the PAFM to manage the financial transactions in accordance with the organisation’s policies and procedures
• Participate in the preparation of financial reports as required
• Process payments and bank reconciliations
• Participate in the preparation, management and control of the budget
• Train Community Based Organizations (CBOs) on financial matters
• Process transactions in the corporate finance system
• Attend to statutory requirements.

Requirement:
Qualifications, Experience and skills:

• Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration with Accounting major
• Part professional qualification in accountancy e.g. CPA or ACCA, at foundation stage completed
• Good computer skills with ability to work with spread sheets, accounting software packages such as SUN, Tally, Sage

• A Minimum of 3 years working experience as Assistant Accountant in a busy organization preferably in an NGO.

How to apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should forward soft copies of letters of application, together with a CV to the email address below Indicating the Job title as the subject. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates, names and contact details of three references plus salary history should be included and sent to:-

The Country Human Resources Manager,
Plan Uganda

Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org.

Please note that no hard copies will be accepted.

Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please consider your application unsuccessful in case you do not hear from us by 15th November, 2013.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Project Coordinator Jobs at Plan International in Uganda

Job Title: Project Coordinator – Community Led Total Sanitation Marketing & School Wash

Company: Plan International

Location: Kampala, Uganda


Specific Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support, oversight and team leadership in the successful planning & implementation of the respective CLTS-SLTS-San Mark and Water projects and ensure that district level structures are fully involved in the implementation of the project in line with Plan Uganda’s approach to development
• Lead the development of operational budgets and work plans in consultation with different stakeholders especially the community to enhance their involvement at implementation level.
• Identify and apply best practices in child centred approaches during project implementation & ensure that the Project is well integrated with Plan’s other program interventions.
• Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation to ensure that project goals and objectives are met and implementation is on-track.
• Prepare and submit quality project progress reports in the right format and provide feedback to Plan Uganda and Partners.
• Ensure that data is collected, professionally documented and where appropriate analysed to ensure proper record keeping and reporting.
• Ensure lessons learnt are discussed, documented and disseminated to all stakeholders and as may be requested by management.
• Collaborates closely with donors in all aspects of the project.
• Builds strong sense of team work with all staff at field level and Project based facilitators.
• Ability to cultivate key contacts with children, their families and communities, donors, relevant partners, sponsors and local government officials.
• Stay abreast of all WATSAN related updates, new & exciting experiences, innovations and appropriately disseminate such information within Plan to enable learning and continuous improvement.
• Identify staff development needs and liaise with relevant department for appropriate follow-up.
• Conduct on-going coaching and on-the-job training of key technical resource staff under the project to increase effective delivery of the project.

How to apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should forward soft copies of letters of application, together with a CV to the email address below Indicating the Job title as the subject. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates, names and contact details of three references plus salary history should be included and sent to:-

The Country Human Resources Manager,
Plan Uganda

Email: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org.

Please note that no hard copies will be accepted.

Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please consider your application unsuccessful in case you do not hear from us by 15th November, 2013.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Technical sales Representatives Jobs at MTK (U) Limited

Job Title: Technical  Sales  Representatives (Animal  health)

Company: MTK  (U)  Limited

Location: Kampala, Uganda


Qualifications
•    Bachelor of  Veterinary  Medicine  (BVM)  with at  least  02  years  experience
•    Sales  experience  would  be  an added  advantage

How to apply
Applications  should  be delivered  to  MTK  (U)  Limited  , Plot  41/43  Nasser  Road , MTK Building  , Kampala, Uganda ,

Email : mtk@mtk.co.ug ,

Application Deadline: 18th Sept 2013

Sales Agronomist Job Vacancy in Uganda at MTK (U) Limited

Job Title: Sales Agronomist (Crop Protection)

Company: MTK  (U)  Limited

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Qualifications
•    Bachelor  of  Science  in  Agriculture or  its  equivalent  with  at least  02  years  experience
•    Sales  experience  would  be an  added  advantage

How to apply
Applications  should  be delivered  to  MTK  (U)  Limited  , Plot  41/43  Nasser  Road , MTK Building  , Kampala, Uganda ,
Email : mtk@mtk.co.ug ,

Application Deadline: 18th Sept 2013

Inspection Officer Life Jobs Vacancy at Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda

Job Title: Inspection Officer Life

Company: Insurance  Regulatory   Authority  of Uganda

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Specifications
•    A relevant  honors  degree  from  a recognized  University  with  at least  four  papers  of  ACII  or  ANZIIF  with  a minimum  of 3  years  experience  in life  insurance  understanding  /claims  management .

Attributes
•    Strong  computer  skills
•    Self  motivated  with  ability  to work  with  minimum  supervision
•    Strong  interpersonal  skills

How to apply
Applications  clearly  marked  Job Application with  current  signed  Curriculum  Vitae  together  with  Copies  of  academic  transcripts , certificates  and  testimonials ; three  referees  who  can  testify  to the  applicant’s  abilities , working experience  and integrity  and  a day-=time  telephone  contact . Should   be submitted  to the  Chief   Executive  Officer   ,P. O. Box 22855, Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline:27th Sept 2013

Legal Officer Jobs at Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda

Job Title: Legal  Officer

Company: Insurance  Regulatory   Authority  of Uganda

Location: Kampala, Uganda


Specifications:

•    An  Honors  LLB  Degree  with  a postgraduate Diploma in Legal  practice  with at least  three  years  experience  in  Legal  practice (legal  drafting  and/or  civil  litigation  ) in a  reputable  firm /organization.

Competencies:

•    Strong  computer  skills
•    Ability  to work  under  minimum  supervision
•    Analyzing  and  interpreting  skills
•    Good  planning  and organizing  skills

How to apply
Applications  clearly  marked  Job Application with  current  signed  Curriculum  Vitae  together  with  Copies  of  academic  transcripts , certificates  and  testimonials ; three  referees  who  can  testify  to the  applicant’s  abilities , working experience  and integrity  and  a day-=time  telephone  contact . Should   be submitted  to the  Chief   Executive  Officer   ,P. O. Box 22855, Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Sales Executive Opportunity at Insurance Company of East Africa (ICEA) - Uganda

Job Title: Sales Executive Opportunity

Company: Insurance Company of East Africa (ICEA) - Uganda

Location: Kampala, Uganda


Key Accountabilities:
•    Identify markets, schedule meetings with potential clients and follow up on the developed accounts
•    Assess client needs and advice them on suitable options, pricing and any other required information
•    Develop and maintain relationships with key business stakeholders
•    Avail client servicing through timely delivery of all documentation and follow-up with customers on all open or unresolved issues
•    Maintain strong knowledge of all company products and policy features, industry competitors and provide critical market feedback
•    Maintain consistency in production and performance
•    Maintain and keep appropriate records of clients

Qualifications and experience

• A Bachelors degree or more from a reputable institution. C.O.P qualification will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge and application of computer programs especially word, Excel & power-point
• Effective communication and presentation skills with fluency in English
• Successful working experience and or training in sales, marketing, research or other relevant professions
• Aged 25 – 35 years

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Persistence, Enthusiasm & Aggressiveness
• Excellent at building Contacts, networking and creating long-term relationships
• Great negotiation skills
• Visionary, Strategic & Creative
• Should be smart and presentable

How to apply:
All qualified and interested persons should apply via email, hand-deliver or post an application letter with a detailed CV naming at least two professional referees and one academic referee (telephone contact indicated) to:
Attn: liliane a. Biira
Unit manager (unit 6)
Insurance Company Of East Africa (uganda)
P.o. Box 33953, Kampala
3rd fl, prime plaza, jinja rd.
lillian.biira@icea.co.ug

Tel. No. +256414598959 /772458548/ 772018048

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013