Programme Administrator at VSO Jitoole in Kampala

Job Title: Programme Administrator

Organisation: VSO  Jitoole 

Location:  Kampala

Key Outcomes

• Responsive and efficient  administrative  systems  to support  volunteers  in Uganda .
• Provision  of high quality  customer  relationship  management  through all stages  of the  volunteer  journey.
• Effective  coordination  of  recruitment , selection  and  resettlement   and the  alumni  program  in Uganda .
• Accurate  tracking  , coding  and reporting  of  VSO  Jitolee budgets in Uganda
• Proper management of VSO  Jitolee  assets  in Uganda .

The Person

• You will have a Bachelor’s  degree in Business  Administration  or  equivalent  and at least  2 years relevant  work  experience
• You  will  have  good  knowledge  of budgeting  and  accounting  procedures , IT  skills  and  the  ability  to use  databases
• You will have  a good  understanding  of development  issues  and an  appreciation  of the role  of volunteers  in development
• Be a  good  team  player  with a high  degree  of  personal  commitment , integrity  and  enthusiasm  and  the  ability  to give  and receive  feedback .
• Good  written  and oral  communication  , awareness  of diversity  issues

How to Apply

If you  find this a  worthy  career  challenge  , send  your  application of not more  than  one  page  and a  CV  of not more than  two pages  explaining  why  you meet the person  specifications  and are  the ideal candidate for the job. Please include two  professional  references, telephone  and email  contact.

Applications  should  be  sent to: RecruitmentKenya@vsoint.org  ***Please  quote  the  job  reference  number VSOJPA/01/14  on  the subject line . Interviews  20th to 23rd  January  2014,  Expected  Start Date: 1st  February  2014.

Closing Date: 17^th January 2014

Corporation Secretary at National Social Security Fund (NSSF) in Kampala

Job Title: Corporation Secretary

Organisation: National  Social  Security  Fund  (NSSF)

Location:  Kampala

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares  and/or  reviews  Board  papers  from  other  business  units  for  quality  assurance  for  Board  and Board  Committee  meetings
• In  consultation  with the  Chairman  and  Managing  Director , prepares a  schedule  and agenda  for  Board  and  Committee  meetings
• Informs  the Board on  key  issues  affecting  the Fund  and responds to Board  queries  and  requests  with regards  to  matters  to do with  current  or future  legalization
• Ensures  proper  and  orderly  conduct  of Board  meetings  and  Board  Committee  meetings  and
• Ensures that  all board  duties  are  attended  to by  management .

Specifications

• Good  understanding  of  the  Ugandan  economy  and  an  appreciation of the  culture  and  environment  associated  with  commercial  legal  matters in the  telecommunication  industry
• Demonstrable  track  record  of performance , executive  presence  and decision  making  are  key
• Evidence  of the ability  to interact, relate to , work with and support  the  activities  of a dynamic  corporation’s  highly  qualified  staff  and  Board  members  is  desirable  and
• Prior  experience  in  administration  and  management  with  an organization  and in dealing  with  Boards  of  Directors

How to Apply

If you believe  you fit the required  profile , please send  your  application  in  confidence  to the  address   below by  close of  business  Friday  of January.  Please  send  your  curriculum  vitae  containing  details  of  your qualifications , experience , present  position , current and expected  remuneration  as well  as  copies of  professional /academic  certificates . Include  day and  evening  telephone  numbers, email  address , names  and  addresses  of  three  referees to;

The People and Change Division

PricewaterhouseCopers Limited

Colville  Street

P. O. Box 8053 Kampala, Uganda

E-mail: hr.s@ug.pwc.com

Closing Date: 24^th January 2014

Administrator Job in Uganda at ZOA

Job Title: Administrator

Organisation: ZOA

Location:  Kampala

ZOA is an  International  Non-Governmental  Organization  working  in Uganda  since  1998.

Job duties

• Maintains  communication  between the program  area and  country  office
• Is  responsible with  other  finance  staff  that the accounts  are ready by the 15th  of the following  month  in order to report on a timely  basis .
• Maintains  and updates  filling  system  for all  payment  vouchers  and the  supporting  documents  as well  as for  documentation in the finance  office.
• Manages  program  support  staff  , evaluations  and appraisals  and advises  the program manager  on HR  matters

Requirements

• Degree in Accounts  or  any  relevant  qualifications  in the field  of finance .
• Proven  experience  of over three  years  in accounts , administration  and  logistics
• Good command  of English  and Swahili  will be an added advantage
• Good  computer  knowledge  , especially  MS  Excel  and any  accounting  software

How to Apply

Are  you  a mature  personality who  is able   to  express  Christian  values  of  Love  and  Inclusiveness  in rehabilitation  work and  you  qualifying for this position, please  send  your  application  letter  together  with  curriculum  vitae  and names  and  contacts  of three  referees  of which  one is your pastor  or priest to: hr@zoa.ug in subject  header job title.  Applications are to reach  us  in time.

Closing Date: 16^th January 2014

Vocational Training Coordinator at ZOA in Kampala

Job Title: Vocational Training Coordinator

Organisation: ZOA

Location:  Kampala

ZOA is an International Non-Governmental Organization working in Uganda since 1998.

Qualifications

• Degree in development studies, agri-business, economics, education or other relevant  field .
• At least  three years  field  experience  in the sectors  vocational  training , income generating  and/or  organizational  development  of  rural  Institutes
• Experience  in promoting   youth  empowerment  through civic engagement , and youth development  initiatives
• Experience in  IGA  group initiatives
• Familiar  with  Project  Cycle  Management

Competencies

• Organizational  sensitivity
• Good  planning  and  organizing  skills
• Good  report  writing  skills
• Able  to work under  pressures  and  meet  dataline
• A  stable person , who is self  motivated  and can  work  with little  supervision

How to Apply

Are  you  a mature  personality who  is able   to  express  Christian  values  of  Love  and  Inclusiveness  in rehabilitation  work and  you  qualifying for this position, please  send  your  application  letter  together  with  curriculum  vitae  and names  and  contacts  of three  referees  of which  one is your pastor  or priest to ; hr@zoa.ug in subject  header job title.  Applications  are to reach  us  in time.

Closing Date: 16^th January 2014

Documentation and Learning Officer at The People Performance Group in Kampala

Job Title: Documentation and Learning Officer

Organisation: The People Performance Group

Location:  Kampala

Job Purpose

To  strengthen  documentation   of   results  from  IDF  supported  work

Facilitate  learning  among  IDF  grantees  and other  stakeholders  and  product/publishing  of high  quality  information  materials  including  videos , fact  sheets  and  journals .

Key Responsibilities

• Support  IDF  grantees  to  document  project  results into well  packaged  products  for sharing  during  learning .
• Collect and analyze  data  on the  impact  of  IDF’s  programs  and  identify  factors  that  facilitated  or  hampered  the effective  program  implementation .

Minimum Requirements

• An  advanced  degree in  mass  communication /journalism or  Development  Work  with a  bias  in  communication  preferably  at  master’s  level  or  its  equivalent
• Additional qualifications in the areas of human rights and good  governance  will be  an added  advantage.
• A  minimum  of three  years  of relevant  professional  experience
• Working experience in the media will not be an asset.

How to Apply

To  apply  please  send  your  CV  and  cover  letter  with  3  work  related  references  to the address  or email  below. Please mark your application, DK-Programme Adviser. E-mails must not exceed 2  MB.

People Performance Group

Plot 8  Kitante  Close , Kitante

P. O. Box 12405, Kampala-Uganda

E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug

Closing Date: 24^th January 2014

Project Coordinator at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Organisation: Elizabeth  Glaser  Pediatric  AIDS  Foundation

Location: Mbarara

Job Description:

The  Elizabeth  Glaser  Pediatric  AIDS  Foundation is a  global  leader  in the  fight  against  pediatric  HIV  and  AIDS.

Qualifications

• A  Degree in  public  health  , community  nursing  or a  social  sciences  related  field  such  as  Sociology, Gender studies  or  Anthropology . A  Master’s  degree  in Public Health  is of  an added  advantage
• At least  5 years experience  in managing  and  implementing  HIV/AIDS  programs,  monitoring  and  evaluation , and especially in  Prevention  of  Mother  to  Child  HIV  Transmission  programs years  proven  experience  working  with  operations  research years of  proven  experience  working  with  health  programs  in  Africa
• Ability to work  as  needed  on evenings  and  weekends
• All applicants  will  be  expected  to  undergo  a criminal  background check

Knowledge

• Must have  an excellent  grasp  of  HIV/AIDS  current knowledge especially  on HIV/AIDS treatment  and elimination  of mother  -to child  transmission
• Good  understanding  of research methodologies  and research ethics
• Strong written and verbal  skills
• Strong analytical  skills
• Ability to  effectively  manage  and work  as part of  a team

How to Apply

The Country Director

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)

Plot 18A  Kyadondo Road, Nakasero

P.O.Box  21127

Kampala Uganda

E-mail: UgandaRecruitment@pedaids.org

Closing Date: 20^th January 2014

Consultant Job at Oxfam International in Uganda

Job Title: Consultant

Organisation: Oxfam International

Location:  Karamoja

Objectives

• Analysis  of hazard  and risk  that have the most  severe impacts on important  livelihoods  resourcing and  the coping  strategies  of the  different  groups
• Analyze and record gender  related patterns  of  vulnerability.
• Analyze and  correlate the changes in women’s livelihoods  to recurrent  risks and any  program interventions  by government  or other  development partiners  in the  region
• Highlight  intervention both short and long term  that could address  the gender  based  vulnerabilities  and  reinforce resilience  of women through increased  livelihood  resources , decision making  and  leadership.

Attributes

• Master’s  degree  or  post  graduate  degree  in Gender  Studies  , International  Development , International  Relations , law or relevant  Social  Sciences .
• Minimum  10  years of  work  experience  working  on issues  of  social  protection , social welfare , gender equality , poverty reduction , women’s  rights
• Experience  managing  or supporting  implementation  of development  assistance  projects  with reference  for experience with  Oxfam Programmes
• Fluency  in English , highly  developed  communication  and advocacy  skills  , including  the ability  to write  concisely  and clearly in English

How to Apply

Interested applicants  are requested to submit  their narrative  and financial  proposals  consisting  of the following  documentation  ; cover  letter  expressing  your interest  to carry out  the assignment . You must support  this  through a brief  and concise  summary of methodology  and  approach to the assignment . Your  financial proposal should provide  detailed information  on breakdown  three  contactable  referees to kampalajobs@oxfam.org.uk  Include  Gender  Risk  and  Vulnerability  Research in the  subject  line of your  email.

The Consultancy will be  for a period of  23 days  and is  expected  to begin  on 3rd February.

Closing Date: 17^th January 2014

Operations Manager at Five Talents Uganda (FTU) Limited in Kampala

 Job Title: Operations Manager

Organisation: Five Talents Uganda (FTU) Limited

Location:  Kampala

Key Responsibilities

• Develop  strategic  and operational plans  , consistent  with  FTU’s  mission  and objectives , to set the  direction  , targets   and  expectations  of operational  staff
• Monitor and  report on the  company  performance  , managing  any risk  and  opportunities  identified  on a timely b basis  , so as to ensure  that the  planned  performance  is  achieved
• Ensure that  FTU’s  key  performance  indicators  are raised  and kept in  line  with  microfinance  Industry  best  practices
• Work with  the Board  , Management and  staff to develop  and  refine the policies  and procedures  in place  , ensuring  they  are  adapted  and improved  to meet the  needs  of  FTU,  its  clients  and its  operations  at all times

Requirements

• A  good  university  degree  in business ,economics, finance or  microfinance  from a  recognized  University
• Postgraduate  qualifications  in the above  fields will be  an added advantage
• Knowledge, skills and  experience in managing  microfinance  operations
• Comprehensive  understanding  of portfolio management techniques
• Strong Human Resource Management  and leadership  skills,

How to Apply

Application together  with  a  detailed  CV and two  references should be submitted not later than Friday  January to the  address below;

The general Manager

Five  Talents  Uganda  Limited

Plot  351C  Balintuma Road  , Namirembe

P.O.Box  34653

Kampala Uganda

Closing Date: 17^th January 2014

Country Manager at PISU & Co. Ltd in Kampala

Job Title: Country Manager - Global Food Commodity Trader

Organisation: PISU & Co. Ltd

Location:  Kampala

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee operations of the warehouse and team through the operational team leaders
• Manage the returns to the warehouse and ensure that complaints are dealt with promptly and returned to stock/supplier
• Manage stores/stock controllers to ensure that stock movements and stock keeping standards are maintained in line with company guidelines
• Responsible for investigating stock discrepancies, including negatives, lost, sold out, and reporting the information to relevant managers
• Carry out regular stock takes and report on results
• Responsible for maintaining and re-ordering of general consumables in line with company guidelines
• Regularly appraise team members and carry out annual performance review at the communicated time.
• Provide detailed updates on contracts
• Planning for delivery with stores, SCO and logistics teams.
• Marketing/ tendering/ quoting for commodities traded with the guidance of HoBU
• Ensure the highest operational standards are deployed at all times
• Support the development of the warehouse team through ongoing coaching and mentoring.

 Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should hold a Master’s in Business Administration or similar qualification from a recognized institution
• He/ she must have worked in an Agro Trading firm for a minimum of five years
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously without compromising on quality
• PISU is seeking applicants with on the ground experience in East African countries in food commodities and purchase trade.
• Prior experience in negotiating large deals and be comfortable to execute.
• You will have targets that focus on quality foods being purchased and successful supply chain.
• Prior experience in operational management is essential
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, design, testing and implementation
• Good leadership, planning and people management skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills

How to Apply:

If you feel you match the above profile and desire to work with PISU, send your application and an updated CV to:  susan@rtsgp.com

Closing Date: 13th January 2014

Sales and Relationship Manager at RTS Global Partners in Kampala

Job Title: Sales and Relationship Manager – Construction

Organisation: RTS Global Partners

Location:  Kampala

Job Summary: In 2014, RTS will see an expansion drive. The Apex Steel Branch in Uganda will act as a Steel, General Building Materials Import Trader and Manufacturer. The Sales and Relationship Manager involves developing new business opportunities, maintaining long standing relationship and maintaining a pulse on market trends in this fast evolving market.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Sales:

• Meet and exceed sales targets for the branch and respective categories
• Drive & motivate the commercial team to meet individual targets
• Leverage growth opportunities & have a real-time track of competition
• Maintain contact and soft relationships with customers and suppliers
• Direct and coordinate counter and external sales efforts.
• Assist in account development and new market opportunities.
• Build a network of key players/developers/contractors within the local market.

2. Branch Involvement:

• Work with the team to promote ‘Brand Apex’ in Uganda.
• Manage resources and lead by example.
• Work with staff; mentor; coach and develop resources for successful execution of branch objectives aligned to the overall organizational goal.
• Manage inventory levels in liaison with the supply chain team and based on customer requirements; market forecasts and established min/max levels.
• Strong background in construction or building materials or import/trade industries within Uganda.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should possess skills and experience in Sales, Business Development, Product Development
• Experience in either Steel, Metals, Construction, Plastics, Hardware, Power Tools and Heavy Plant Industries.
• The person needs to possess strong leadership qualities and a solid sales acumen.
• Being customer centric and people oriented.
• A motivated mentor - track record of up skilling staff, empowering and motivating.
• Experience of range selling.
• Would enjoy getting to know the local network.
• We prefer candidates currently Living in Uganda, or with past experience.

How to Apply:

Please apply by sending your Email applications to: sam@rtsgp.com with an updated CV and Introduction. We would like to interview in January/February.

Closing Date: 17^th January 2014