Best Uganda Jobs: October 2010

Programme Development Advisor Vacancy

11:40 PM

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Job Title: Programme Development Advisor – Child Protection and Participation
Company Name : War Child Holland

Job Title: Programme Development Advisor – Child Protection and Participation 1 position based in Kampala with at least 50% travel to the WCH work areas; or based in one of the WCH work areas with up to 50% travel to other WCH areas and 1 week per month in Kampala.

Objective of the Job •
ensure effective design and implementation of quality child protection programming through technical advice and support to the Deputy Country Director (DepCD), Program Development Manager, Field Location Managers (FLMs), Program Coordinators (PCs) and Program Officers (Pos). • To support the mainstreaming of child participation and Child rights programming throughout the organization. • Build the capacity of WCH staff and Partners to be able to deliver quality child protection and child rights based projects. • Participate as an active member of the Program Development Unit to ensure appropriate content and high quality of WCH programmes. This includes involvement in formulating & translating WCH policies and standards into implementation strategies, safe guarding the quality of the programmes and giving meaning to the WCH principles and Values. Position in the organization The PDA –CPP reports to the Programme Development Manager (PDM) and is part of the Programme Development unit. Essential Functional relations: All PDU members, Project Coordinators and Field Location Managers. Key result areas Technical Advice and Support • Provides technical support and advice to FLMs, PCS and PO’s on implementation of existing child protection projects & activities. • Proactively advices and supports the PDM, DepCD and FLMs on child protection content development and direction, including taking the lead in development of required materials, approaches, methodologies etc. • Supports the harmonization of child protection activities and methodologies throughout the organization and promotes a child rights based approach to all programming. • Contributes to proposal development and report writing in relation to child protection, child participation and child rights based projects. • Leads and facilitates a process of developing a strategy to main stream child participation in the organization in consultation with Program Support Department in Head Office. • Leads and facilitates a process of developing a strategy to mainstream child participation in the organization in consultation with Program Support Department in Head Office. • Assists the PDA and DepCD/FLM’s to monitor programme implementation and measure programme effectiveness. Develops tools and formats for planning, monitoring and evaluation (in close cooperation with PDA M&E) in Child protection projects. Supports programme staff and partner organizations in application of the tools. • Ensures that child protection projects are in-line with principles and strategy. • Provides technical support and advice to ensure implementation of case management minimum standards and guidelines; monitoring and analysis of case management data. • Supports the development and realization of child protection advocacy results in close collaboration with the PDA Advocacy and Communication. • Technical focal point for monitoring and implementation of the child safety policy. • Any other duties assigned by the PDM. Coaching and Capacity Building • Assess and advises PDM on staff and partner organizations training needs in child protection, child participation and child rights; provides on – the – Job training, coaching and support to PO’s, PC’s and Social Workers (SW). • Trains, Coaches and monitors SW& partner organizations in the identification and response to child protection issues. • Coordinates development and delivery of child protection and child safety training for staff and partners. Representation and Networking • Represents WCH in his/her expertise related meetings and coordination platforms. • Liases with professional counterparts of (inter)national organizations and government ministries. • Attends technical interagency and government meetings. • Maintains the strong link to WCH Head Office Child Protection Coordinator and Participation Specialist. • Involved in WCH publications and awareness raising on child protection, child participation and child rights.
Experience : 3 (Years)
Job Type : Full Time
Industry Type : NGOs
Functional Area : NGOs
Location : Kampala Uganda
Skill Set : Qualifications • A relevant BSc and Masters in social work, development, psychology, child protection or other relevant field, Or extensive relevant work experience in lieu of graduate degree. Experience: • Minimum 3 – years experience of supporting child protection programming within and (I)NGO in post conflict setting. • Extensive experience working with children and young people • Proven technical expertise and up to date with best practices and global developments in the field of child protection, child rights and child participation. • Experience supporting the mainstreaming of child / beneficiary participation within an organization. • Proven advisory and coaching skills; Experience of training and capacity building of junior, senior staff and partner organizations. • Proven experience in development of tools and methodologies to support child protection programming. • Experience of networking with professional counterparts including governmental counterparts. • Specific technical knowledge in community based child protection programming, case management and programming for vulnerable groups. • Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative M&E tools related to child protection, child rights and participation. Skills & Attitudes: • Effective written and oral communication skills. • Strong analytical and problem solving skills. • Diplomacy and negotiation skills • Social and Communication skills for coaching and advising • Proactive, Creative, able to think of innovative or alternative solutions • Stress resilient –able to cope with deadlines and multi- tasks. • Able to work as part of the team. • Well –organized and flexible with the ability to work independently and take on additional responsibilities when required. • Strong Computer skills: Excel, out look, word, power point, etc
How to Apply: Closing date for Applications: 31/10/2010 and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements can send their queries and applications by sending a motivation letter and current CV by email to grace.onyango@warchild.nl. Please do not include certificates. Only short – listed candidates will be contacted. “Recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse”.

Contact Information

Address : P.O. Box 21912, Kampala
Job Posted on : 18 Oct 2010
Apply Before Date : 31 Oct 2010

11:38 PM

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Job Title: Consultant
Company Name : SOS Children’s Villages Uganda

Job Description : We wish to engage the services of a suitable individual to support local Fund Development in the organisation. Task: To design and develop concepts and project proposals aimed at generating funding for SOS programmes. Placing such proposals with a range of funding agencies targeting areas of community development, education and health care. The consultant shall identify opportunities/calls for funding and work with SOS staff to determine programme content and possibilities for application

Experience : 5 (Years)
Job Type : Full Time
Industry Type : NGOs
Functional Area : Consulting
Location : SOS CHILDRENS VILLAGE ENTEBBE Uganda
Skill Set : 1. Experience: At least 5 years of successful quality proposal writing with documented success in securing funding from major donors (e.g EU, USAID, DANIDA etc). The ideal person should be able to translate information from SOS and make it easily understandable/convincing to an identified donor. 2. Remuneration: A retainer fee will be negotiated to facilitate the administration costs. Any major payments will be made on commission basis.
How to Apply: Application letters enclosing a detailed Curriculum Vitae, current salary information, copies of certified academic transcripts and certificates, a passport size photograph, telephone contact and details of at least 3 references should be physically delivered to: The Human Resource Coordinator, SOS Children’s Villages Uganda, SOS Children’s Villages National Office Entebbe, Abaita Ababiri, 25kms along Entebbe road. Closing date for receiving applications is Friday 22nd October 2010. Only short listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Contact Information

Address : Abaita Ababiri, 25 Km K’la - Entebbe Road

Apply Before Date : 22 Oct 2010

11:37 PM

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Job Title: ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT: SOS CHILDRENS VILLAGE ENTEBBE
Company Name : SOS Children’s Villages Uganda

Job Description : Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to: • Takes responsibility for practical financial management of the Children’s Village and associated facilities, implementing financial policies established by SOS. • Monitoring cash flow and bank account for the Village. • Revenue collection and control. • Budget preparation and control. • Making payments to staff, suppliers etc and ensuring that all payments are authorised and backed up with proper receipts, invoices and other relevant documentation. • Payment vouchers control. • Maintaining fixed asset register for the Village • Monthly bank reconciliations. • Ensuring laid down procedures for procurement are followed and supplier invoices paid in good time.

Experience : 2 (Years)
Job Type : Full Time
Industry Type : NGOs
Functional Area : Accounting/Tax/Audit
Location : SOS CHILDRENS VILLAGE ENTEBBE Uganda
Skill Set : Minimum Requirements: • A mature individual aged between 26 – 32 years. • A University degree in accounting, business administration, commerce OR other equivalent professional qualification in accounting (e.g. CPA or ACCA - at least level 2) • At least 2 years accounting experience in a busy organisation/office setting. • Good communication skills, written & spoken English. • Excellent computer skills.
How to Apply: Application letters enclosing a detailed Curriculum Vitae, current salary information, copies of certified academic transcripts and certificates, a passport size photograph, telephone contact and details of at least 3 references should be physically delivered to: The Human Resource Coordinator, SOS Children’s Villages Uganda, SOS Children’s Villages National Office Entebbe, Abaita Ababiri, 25kms along Entebbe road. Closing date for receiving applications is Friday 22nd October 2010. Only short listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Address : Abaita Ababiri, 25 Km K’la - Entebbe Road

Apply Before Date : 22 Oct 2010

7:40 AM

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Job Title: Drivers
Reports to: Transport Officer
Salary scale: UWA 09
Contract Duration: Four (04) years, (Renewable)

Job summary:
Responsible for driving organizational vehicles, ensuring the safety, maintainace and proper working conditions.

Required Qualification:
• 0-level school certificate with at least 4 passes
• A valid Driving Permit minimum class C
• 05 years accident free proven experience with a reputable organization
• A copy of a Certificate of good conduct is required.
Age limit: 30-45 years

Duties and Responsibilities
• Ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean and tidy
• Driving the vehicle as required, ensuring the safety of its passengers and contents
• Monthly and periodic reports on vehicle status made
• Complying with traffic regulations and procedures
• Keeping and having safe custody of the of vehicle documents
• Ensuring that the vehicle is fuelled at all times, have correct levels of lubricants and that tyres have the recommend pressure level
• Should be conversant with filling and use of logbooks
• Carrying out any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor
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Hand written applications should be addressed and submitted not later than 12-November 2010 to;
The Executive Director
Wildlife Authority Plot 7 Kiira Road Kamokya
P.O Box 3530 Kampala
Tel:+256-414-355000
Fax; +256-414-3446291
Email;info@ugandawildlife.org
Website: www.ugandawildlife.org or www.friendgorilla.org

7:39 AM

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Job Title: Principal Legal Counsel
Location: UWA headquarters
Reports to: Director Legal and Corporate Affairs
Supervises: Legal Counsel
Salary scale: UWA 04(a)
Contract duration: Four (4) years (renewable)

Main Purpose of the Job:
To provide and coordinate legal services for and offer guidance to UWA in line with the Uganda Wildlife Act Cap 200 of 2000, UWA Mission and other relevant Laws.

Key Result Areas:
• Prepare pleadings and appear in court on behalf of UWA in line with established, laws, and procedures.
• Prepare agenda, minutes and notices of the UWA Board of Trustees in line with existing law and procedures manual as may be delegated.
• Coordinate and monitor the activities of the various partners ensuring compliance with approved laws and Memorandum of
• Understanding (M.O.Us) in line with UWA mission and strategic plan, relevant laws and agreements
• Spearhead the development of M.O.U's agreements and other legal documents/instruments in line with Uganda Wildlife Act and other applicable laws and policies.

Key Competencies/Skills:
• Good knowledge of the principals and practice of company law, development or environmental law, and the procedure guide to public sector
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws
• Skills in drafting legal documents.
• Knowledge of the Uganda wildlife act cap 200 of 2000 and other relevant laws
Academic and Professional Qualifications:
• A good degree of bachelor of laws from a recognized university with a bias in environmental law and or commercial law or company law.
• A masters degree in the field of law is an added advantage
• A postgraduate diploma in legal practice from the law development centre (LDC) and a valid practicing certificate is a must.
• Must be registered with the Uganda law society.
• Computer literate - ms-office, excel, e-mail, internet (necessary requirement)

Working Experience
• Must be a practicing advocate for a minimum of 05years and 03 years at a senior level in a prominent and busy public or law firm

Required Age: should be 30- 45 years.
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Hand written applications should be addressed and submitted not later than 12-November 2010 to;
The Executive Director
Wildlife Authority Plot 7 Kiira Road Kamokya
P.O Box 3530 Kampala
Tel:+256-414-355000
Fax; +256-414-3446291
Email;info@ugandawildlife.org
Website: www.ugandawildlife.org or www.friendgorilla.org

7:36 AM

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Job Title: Assistant Warden Oil Monitoring
Location: Field Based
Reports: Conservation Area Manager
Salary Scale: UWA07
Contract duration: Four (4) years (Renewable)

Specific tasks:
1. To study, participate and review Environmental Impact statements and raise issues of concerns that the statements do not adequately address.
2. Study and evaluate environmental audit reports for oil companies operating within wildlife protected area
3. Monitor and evaluate on a daily basis the compliance of the oil companies in line with NEMA approved conditions, UWA guidelines for oil exploration the Environmental Management Plan, petroleum exploration and production department(PEPD) , geological survey and mines department (GSMD) among others, for Restoration and decommissioning Plans
4. Identify and investigate any other unanticipated concerns or negative impacts that might emerge.
5. Developing regulations to guide oil developments within wildlife protected areas.
6. Participate in the national programs to develop tools (e.g. Sensitivity atlas, Strategic Environment Assessment) for environmental management
7. Advise on strategies to address potential and emerging environmental issues and challenges on wildlife protected areas.
8. Contribute to national debates and engagements on oil development and conservation and propose improvement to the policies and guidelines regarding petroleum and mining operations in protected areas.
9. Participate in the preparation of quarterly and annual plans, budgets and reports for UWA Planning Unit.
10. Attend scheduled meeting, seminars and workshops related to petroleum and oil activities or any other.
11. Any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Academic and professional qualifications:

A bachelor's (Hon's) Degree in petroleum Geology or Geology or Geology with Chemistry. Knowledge of petroleum operations, knowledge of depositional environments in a rift valley setting in aspects of structural geology and sedimentlogy is required. Advanced degree in Environmental management or Wildlife management, Certificate in Environmental Impact Assessment and or Environmental Audit Knowledge and understanding of Protected Areas and oil related issues is an added advantage
Working experience: 02 years and above experience in the related field
Required age: 25-45 years
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Hand written applications should be addressed and submitted not later than 12-November 2010 to;
The Executive Director
Wildlife Authority Plot 7 Kiira Road Kamokya
P.O Box 3530 Kampala
Tel:+256-414-355000
Fax; +256-414-3446291
Email;info@ugandawildlife.org
Website: www.ugandawildlife.org or www.friendgorilla.org

7:34 AM

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Job Title: Security Guard
Job Ref: Ngetta/05/2010:
Reports to; Farm Manager
Work Station: Ngetta Lira
Salary Scale: UR 8

Overall Purpose:
Undertakes patrol duties to inspect, check, guard, and protect infra structural facilities, buildings and property against theft, fire, equipment malfunctions, vandalism and illegal entry.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or in a vehicle to detect and prevent signs of intrusion and examines doors windows and gates to ensure they are securely locked.
• Raise an alarm or respond to the alarm and investigate disturbances.
• Check for irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and calls the police or fire
• Departments in cases of fire emergency or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Perform periodic inspections of security systems, emergency call boxes, street lights to ensure to ensure operational use, detect evidence of tampering and reporting malfunctions as required.
• Guard an entrance or exit, checking identification cards, screening individuals and motor vehicles as well as preventing passage of people or prohibited articles from entering or leaving restricted areas.
• Provide information and warning violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Apprehend, detain or evicting intruders, offenders and violators from premises using force when necessary.
• May be required to answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed.
• May be required to circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property.
• May be required to escort a motor-vehicle and provide security to staff, visitors and prevent incidents of insecurity or theft of valuables.
• May be required to monitor and adjust controls that regulate building systems or research experiments
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as property damage/leaking pipes, theft, fire or presence of unauthorized persons or unusual occurrence.
• Uganda Certificate of Education
• Certificate of Good Conduct in Security Operations
• Six (6) months on-the-job training in law enforcement or security work

Key Competencies
• Knowledge of security laws, policies, procedures, and regulations, including investigative methods and techniques such as interviewing, fact-finding, surveillance and undercover work and their application to work problems
• Knowledge of first-aid and familiarity with problems which arise in safeguarding property and the procedures used in dealing with them.
• Ability to secure evidence record witness statements and testify at hearings, arbitrations and courts of law.
• Ability to understand find execute detailed oral and written Instructions and to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work Irregular shifts (night and day) out of doors for extended periods under unfavorable
• Demonstrated high standards of ethical conduct, such as honesty, transparency and integrity.
• Work and communicates with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner and to continuously provide high quality service;
• Display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
• Work with minimal supervision and demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain courteous and professional attitude when working with staff, visitors and members of the public.
• Encourage and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust and in addition fosters commitment and team spirit.
• Express information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into accounts the audience and nature of the information. .
• Demonstrated ability to be alert, remain calm and react appropriately in stressful and/or critical situations requiring immediate action.

Employment Terms for the Position:
Successful candidates will be employed on a four year contract basis renewable on satisfactory performance.

Age: Candidates should not be above 45
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Application Procedures:
Interested persons with the above requirements should submit their handwritten applications together with detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephones contacts and names and addresses of 3(three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to the underlisted address within 21 days from 24-10-2010

Only Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at short notice Applicants who do not receive any response within two weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

The Director,
Ngetta Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute
P.O. Box 52, LIRA

7:30 AM

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Job title: Drivers
Job Ref: Ngetta/04/2010
Reports to: HR AND Admin Officer
Work Station: Ngetta Lira
Salary Scale: UR7

Overall Purpose:
To transport staff members to designated locations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Undertake routine and preventive maintenance of motor vehicle by checking and topping-up the level of petrol, oil, water, battery electrodes and tyre pressure before operating the vehicle,
• Regularly clean and polish the vehicle, change tyres as well as making minor repairs or adjustments,
• Drive motor vehicle (car and van) to transport directors, staff, clients and others to designated locations in buying goods, supplies and consumer items,
• Load and offload baggage, goods and other material supplies with due regard to the safety of other people.
• Maintain records of the motor vehicle's daily activity showing journey, mileage, petrol, oil and signature of authorizing officer to account for all the journeys made.
• Regulate the radio, heat, light, and ventilation system for passenger comfort.
• Observe traffic and safety precautions in order to prevent accidents and to avoid traffic violations, in addition, undertake first aid in case of injuries.
• Report motor vehicle accident to the traffic police and the Maintenance Officer, obtaining police regulations.
• Requisition for petrol, lubricants and spare parts and maintain a record account for the same. • Take the motor vehicle for major service or repairs in accordance to planned preventive maintenance schedule or insurance accident report.
• Assist in performing miscellaneous tasks such as photocopying documents and cleaning the compound when not driving.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Driving Permit without any endorsements
• Uganda Certificate of Education ("0" Level) with a pass in English Language
• Five (5) years relevant experience driving cars and vans with a reputable organization or institution with a reputable organization or institution.

Key Competencies:
• Ability to follow detailed oral and written
• Must demonstrate 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without corrective lenses, and have a 70 degree field of vision in each eye and not be colour blind.
• Capable of perceiving a forced whisper in the better ear at not less than five feet with or without the use of hearing aid.
• Ability to interpret and follow operating manuals
• Knowledge of routes in both urban and rural areas.
• Ability to interpret road maps and rough hand drawn sketches
• Ability to interpret and comply with safety codes, traffic rules, regulations, and safe operating practices
• Ability to perform safety inspections, recognize and report mechanical problems, perform preventive maintenance check (oil, and all fluid levels, tire pressure) etc,
• Ability to operate vehicles in inclement and severe weather conditions, in mountainous areas or on rough steep terrain and loose surfaces such as sand, gravel or mud,
• Ability to lift and load/offload heavy goods and demonstrate complete knowledge of materials transported and their characteristics in order to deliver material safely to job location taking into account weight restrictions
• Ability to interpret all vouchers, bill of laden, invoices to insure proper handling, receiving and distribution of supplies and materials transported
• Ability to meet time schedules and deadlines and complete tasks without jeopardizing safety or integrity of work.
• Ability to operate vehicles at night and at times in reduced visibility from heavy and blowing rain.
• Ability to maneuver vehicle in tight spaces, judging distance in congested and confined positions.
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Application Procedures:
Interested persons with the above requirements should submit their handwritten applications together with detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephones contacts and names and addresses of 3(three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to the underlisted address within 21 days from 24-10-2010

Only Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at short notice Applicants who do not receive any response within two weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

The Director,
Ngetta Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute
P.O. Box 52, LIRA

7:28 AM

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Job Title: Laboratory Technician (Pathology)
Job Ref: Ngetta/03/2010
Reports: Pathologist Scientist
Work Station: Ngetta Lira
Salary Scale; UR6

Overall Purpose:
To provide support to scientists undertaking research and experiments with plant materials and other micro-organisms.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare maintain laboratory materials, equipment, facilities and work area in a clean condition
• Set-up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory and field equipments.
• Receive and prepare laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols in order to ensure effective storage, handling, and disposal of samples and specimens such as solutions, soils and plants for isolation, analysis and labeling
• Measure or weigh compounds and solutions for use in testing as well as preserving, isolating and analyzing samples and specimens as directed
• Process samples and amplification of DNA, prepare culture media, centrifuge as well as grinding, drying, packaging, weighing, incubation, sterilization, digesting and extraction
• Conduct standardized biological, microbiological and biochemical tests and laboratory analyses to evaluate the quantity or quality of physical or chemical substances in plants and other products. Examine specimens to detect the presence of disease or other problems through observation, examination, identification, isolation and purification of samples
• Feed laboratory animals and insects
• Conduct pathogenecity test, re-isolation for multiplication and inoculums preparation
• Conduct incidence and severity assessments and participate in the screening of materials for disease damage and pest resistance
• Monitor and observe experiments, recording production and test data for evaluation
• Provide input on the development of the annual budget, especially item and cost specifications
• Provide input in the design and construction of facilities for undertaking experiments • Undertake routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and facilities including installation and calibration
• Requisition for laboratory materials and equipment according to approved budget
• Disposal of waste products in accordance with safety regulations
• Observe laboratory health and safety procedures
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results and writing reports and summaries of findings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in Laboratory Technology or its equivalent qualification
• Two years relevant experience

Key Competences

• Knowledge of plants, insects and other organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.
• Ability to listen, understand and communicate information and ideas presented through spoken words and in writing
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem.
• Ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
• Proficiency in computer software applications and statistical packages
• Ability to control laboratory operations comprising of equipment or systems.
• Customer responsiveness
• Ability to participate in multidisciplinary work teams
• Knowledge of environment health and safety and procedures
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Application Procedures:
Interested persons with the above requirements should submit their handwritten applications together with detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephones contacts and names and addresses of 3(three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to the underlisted address within 21 days from 24-10-2010

Only Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at short notice Applicants who do not receive any response within two weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

The Director,
Ngetta Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute
P.O. Box 52, LIRA

7:26 AM

Unknown

Job Title: Aquaculture Technician
Job Ref: Ngetta/02/2010
Reports to: Aquaculture Scientist
Work Station: Ngetta Lira
Salary Scale: UR6

Overall Purpose:
Aquaculture technicians provides support to Scientists undertaking acquaculture/fisheries research by employing know/ledge of laboratory principles, practices and procedures to process fish and marine samples, specimens and materials for analysis of biological and physical properties.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare work plans for field sampling and data collection on the biology and ecology of different species of fish
• Prepare equipment for field sampling and data collection
• Generate data on the biological and ecological parameters of different fish species: • Characterization of sampling ponds including, composition, relative abundance, population structure, maturity and distribution
• Collection and preservation of fish samples for food and fecundity analysis Laboratory analysis of the collected samples
• Interact with fisher communities to understand their problems
• Write field reports and preliminary analysts report .
• General laboratory organization
• Proper use, care and maintenance of laboratory and field equipment
• Store data in both electronic and hard copies
• Participate in workshops, Agricultural shows and any other activity related to information dissemination.
• Participate in training of students and farmers on acquaculture

Minimum Qualifications:
• Ordinary Diploma in either science Technology or Fisheries Management Technology
• Two (2) years' relevant working experience gained from a fisheries related institution

Key Competencies:
• Knowledge and skills in aquaculture
• Must be computer literate
• Must have Knowledge on data analysis and use of statistical tools
• Ability to collect and analyze data and write reports
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Application Procedures:
Interested persons with the above requirements should submit their handwritten applications together with detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephones contacts and names and addresses of 3(three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to the underlisted address within 21 days from 24-10-2010

Only Successful applicants will be invited for interviews at short notice Applicants who do not receive any response within two weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

The Director,
Ngetta Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute
P.O. Box 52, LIRA

1:34 AM

Unknown

Vacancy: Driver
Location: Kigali
Country: Rwanda
Job Description (Duties):

* Delivering products to dealers
* Battery fitting into motor vehicles
* Basic power back up installation

Necessary Qualifications:

* A Diploma in electronics
* Must possess a valid driving license
* Good communication skills

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers.

NFT Consult - Rwanda, Plot 8721, Golf Course Road, Nyarutarama, Kigali, Rwanda.
Tel: +250 252570099, +250 0755335419, +250 0785119453.

OR

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to cejobs@nftconsult.com.

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Deadline: 2010-11-01

1:32 AM

Unknown

Vacancy: Battery Attendant
Location: Kigali
Country: Rwanda
Job Description (Duties):

* Filling and charging batteries
* Fitting batteries into motor vehicles
* Advising clients on correct solar and battery application
* Delivery of products to dealers

Necessary Qualifications:

* Diploma in mechanics or electronics
* Good communication skills

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers.

NFT Consult - Rwanda, Plot 8721, Golf Course Road, Nyarutarama, Kigali, Rwanda.
Tel: +250 252570099, +250 0755335419, +250 0785119453.

OR

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to cejobs@nftconsult.com.

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Ask us about our CV Banking services.

2010-11-01

1:31 AM

Unknown

Vacancy: Customer Sales Representative
REPORT TO: Country Manager
Location: Kigali
Country: Rwanda
Job Description (Duties):

Job Objective

Perform day to day office administration duties and telesales

Key Responsibilities

* Direct front office sales and telesales
* Attending to walk in clients
* Receiving and reconciling cash sales and banking
* General administration of the office for example liaising with head office on stock position

Necessary Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in a business related field preferably in marketing or management
* At least 2 years experience in administration or sales
* Good customer service skills
* Good planning and organizational skills
* Excellent communicator and good listener
* Flexible in approach to issues and responsible

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers.

NFT Consult - Rwanda, Plot 8721, Golf Course Road, Nyarutarama, Kigali, Rwanda.
Tel: +250 252570099, +250 0755335419, +250 0785119453.

OR

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to cejobs@nftconsult.com.

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Deadline: 2010-11-01

1:30 AM

Unknown

Vacancy: Area Sales Representative
REPORT TO: Country Manager
Location: Kigali
Country: Rwanda
Job Description (Duties):

* Development of business strategies
* Formulating and implementing sales strategies
* Achieve and exceed annual sales targets
* Ensure brand visibility and profitability
* Management of market brands
* Achievement of customer retention targets
* Creating and nurturing a strong dealer network

Necessary Qualifications:

* Must have a Bachelor's degree in a business related field preferably sales
* At least 4 years experience in sales and marketing
* First class sales record with a demonstrable growth background
* Technical strengths will be an added advantage
* Good planning and organizational skills
* Analytical, innovative, decisive and excellent communicator
* Flexible & responsible in approach to issue
* Age preference: 30-40 years

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers.

NFT Consult - Rwanda, Plot 8721, Golf Course Road, Nyarutarama, Kigali, Rwanda.
Tel: +250 252570099, +250 0755335419, +250 0785119453.

OR

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to cejobs@nftconsult.com.

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Ask us about our CV Banking services.

2010-11-01

7:26 AM

Unknown

Position: Personal Assistant

Role: This is a key role that calls for excellent communication skills, flexibility and enthusiasm. The job demands sufficient knowledge of secretarial and administrative procedures in order to provide support to senior members of our team as well as assisting in the coordination of our regional and local learning and education function.
We are keen to discuss this opportunity with a results driven profession relevant administrative work experience in a busy environment,

Requirements
The successful candidate will;

• Have a Bachelors' degree in a relevant field.
• Be computer literate with comprehensive secretarial training including qualification of at least 60 wpm in typing.
• Have excellent administrative, time management and organizational skills with ability to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally and work with limited supervision,
• Be confident, diplomatic and able to maintain very strict standards of confidentiality when dealing with staff members as well as external parties.
• Have a good understanding of our business, with an interest to quickly learn the firm's requirements and shows an ability to interpret these requirements
• Have excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with both clients and colleagues.
Apply for this job

How to apply
If you believe you have the necessary qualifications please visit our website at www.pwc.com/ug/careers and apply before 5 November 2010
is an equal opportunity employer.

7:23 AM

Unknown

Position: Senior Accountant, Ledger

Position Overview:
The Senior Accountant, Ledger will ensure adequate stewardship of agency resources and sound financial reporting in line with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, CRS policies and procedures, local laws and donor requirements. The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure accurate and timely review of receivable liquidations and reconciliation of balance sheet accounts to ensure minimal receivable and liability amounts for the Country Program. Position will be based in Kampala and report the Finance Officer Operations.

Qualifications, Experience and Abilities required:
• B.Com (Accounting) and at least an ACCA Part II
• Computer Literacy with competence in, Sun System, Ms Word, Ms Excel. • Ability to manage multiple tasks at a time and good team builder
Apply for this job

Please send Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three work-related referees, together with a supporting statement (typed cover letter), which should include
evidence of competence against key criteria and a typed covering letter to:

E-mail address: jobs@ug.earo.crs.org

OR

CRS/Uganda,
P. O. BOX 30086, Kampala
ATTN: HR Manager

OR

Plot 577, Block 15 Old Nsambya Road (behind the US Embassy)
(please include position title on the outside of the envelope and on subject line)

Application deadline is November 5th, 2010

In line with CRS policy on gender equity, qualified women whose qualifications
meet the requirements of above mentioned positions are particularly welcome to apply,

Only Short listed candidates only will be contacted, Competitive salaries and benefits offered.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information about us, please: visit www.crs.org.

7:22 AM

Unknown

Position: Project Assistant, Construction Supervisor.

Position Overview:
The Project Assistant, Construction Supervision will be responsible for supervising all construction works of the project to ensure that the construction work allocated follows common and agreed standards and report any deviances of acceptable quality to supervisor. The position holder will work closely; with the existing structures at district, sub-county: and village level as well as Global Water Initiatives partners in implementing the project activities. Position will be based in Lira/Otuke and report the Global Water Initiatives Project Manager

Qualifications, Experience and Abilities required:
The suitable candidate will preferably have qualifications including but not limited to: A Diploma in Civil/ Water Engineering / Hydrology, Public Health/Environmental Health Engineering or an equivalent together with:
• At least four years experience in the Water and Sanitation field and post conflict and humanitarian setting preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in design of water and sanitation facilities and construction management/supervision.
• Proven ability to effectively supervise and manage or site contractors and contractor's staff.
• Demonstrated experience in water quality testing and using the Delagua kit is preferred.
• Good understanding and ability to schedule ; works and to implement schedules with practical construction skills.
• Experience in working in rural areas, including infrastructure and construction.
• Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory I methods for hygiene promotion e.g. PHAST, CHAST
• Creative problem solving.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD use of GPS machine is 3 must.
• Willing to live and work in an insecure rural environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational and prioritization skills.
• Fluency in English is a must and knowledge of Luo is an added advantage.
• Group and adult facilitation skills and experience required.
• Experience of ground water abstraction for both deep and shallow wells.
• Familiar with the culture of Northern Uganda and possession of a valid riding permit are added advantages.
Apply for this job

Please send Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three work-related referees, together with a supporting statement (typed cover letter), which should include
evidence of competence against key criteria and a typed covering letter to:

E-mail address: jobs@ug.earo.crs.org

OR

CRS/Uganda,
P. O. BOX 30086, Kampala
ATTN: HR Manager

OR

Plot 577, Block 15 Old Nsambya Road (behind the US Embassy)
(please include position title on the outside of the envelope and on subject line)

Application deadline is November 5th, 2010

In line with CRS policy on gender equity, qualified women whose qualifications
meet the requirements of above mentioned positions are particularly welcome to apply,

Only Short listed candidates only will be contacted, Competitive salaries and benefits offered.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information about us, please: visit www.crs.org.

7:20 AM

Unknown

Job Title: Project Assistant, Integrated Water; Resource Management (IWRM)

Position Overview:
The project assistant will oversee project implementation, project planning/designing and expectations. The position holder will work closely with the existing structures at district, sub-county and village level as well as Global Water Initiatives partners in implementing the project; activities. Position will be based in Lira/Otuke and report the Global Water Initiatives Project Manager

Qualifications, Experience and Abilities required:
The suitable candidate will preferably have: qualifications including but not limited to: A degree: in any one of the following disciplines: agriculture, : forestry, environment science and natural resources management, and rural development together with: Proven experiences in developing systems : for coordinating activities concerning social mobilization, participatory watershed planning in the project water resources and natural resources planning/management or related field with at least 3 years experience of relevant working experience after graduation in watershed
• Experience in participatory rural appraisal (PRA)
• Group and adult facilitation skills and experience,
• Good report writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as leadership skills.
• Good knowledge and application of Microsoft word. Excel and Power Point.
• Strong understanding of organizational systems operations and development.
• Experience in project planning, management, and appraisal/evaluation.
• Minimum 2 years working for a non-governmental organization or a reputable
• Ability to enhance good interpersonal relationship, appreciation of diversity in the GWI partnership and ability Jo build trust in the Global Water Initiatives partnership.
• Experience with institutional strengthening and partnership building.
• Knowledge of Luo is an added advantage.
Apply for this job

Please send Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three work-related referees, together with a supporting statement (typed cover letter), which should include
evidence of competence against key criteria and a typed covering letter to:

E-mail address: jobs@ug.earo.crs.org

OR

CRS/Uganda,
P. O. BOX 30086, Kampala
ATTN: HR Manager

OR

Plot 577, Block 15 Old Nsambya Road (behind the US Embassy)
(please include position title on the outside of the envelope and on subject line)

Application deadline is November 5th, 2010

In line with CRS policy on gender equity, qualified women whose qualifications
meet the requirements of above mentioned positions are particularly welcome to apply,

Only Short listed candidates only will be contacted, Competitive salaries and benefits offered.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information about us, please: visit www.crs.org.

7:18 AM

Unknown

Job title: Project Assistant, Hygiene and Sanitation
Position Overview:
The Hygiene and Sanitation Project Assistant will be responsible for mobilizing and coordinating community members to take part in hygiene and sanitation activities in villages where watershed projects are ongoing. The Hygiene and Sanitation activities fit into the broader Global Water Initiatives to increase the quantity and access of safe drinking water in targeted communities. The position holder will work closely with the existing structures at district, sub-county and village level as well as Global Water Initiatives partners in implementing the project activities. Position will be based in Lira/Otuke and report the Project Officer, WASH and IWRM.

Qualifications, Experience and Abilities required:
The suitable candidate will preferably have qualifications including but not limited to: a degree in sociology, environmental health, public health together with:
• At least 4 years experience in an NGO or similar organization, preferably with a community development role.
• Skills Communication: Speaking effectively
• Communication: Providing appropriate feedback
• Experience and commitment to working directly approaches
• Ability to read and write to a high standard in English.
• Computer literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proven ability to effectively motivate, and engage people
• Keen to learn and develop skills
• Willing to live and work in challenging rural
• Working knowledge of PHA and CHAST methodologies are essential
•Good local knowledge of the area
•Ability to enhance good interpersonal relationships, appreciation to build trust in the
• Ability to communicate in the Luo dialect will be an added advantage.
Apply for this job

Please send Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three work-related referees, together with a supporting statement (typed cover letter), which should include
evidence of competence against key criteria and a typed covering letter to:

E-mail address: jobs@ug.earo.crs.org

OR

CRS/Uganda,
P. O. BOX 30086, Kampala
ATTN: HR Manager

OR

Plot 577, Block 15 Old Nsambya Road (behind the US Embassy)
(please include position title on the outside of the envelope and on subject line)

Application deadline is November 5th, 2010

In line with CRS policy on gender equity, qualified women whose qualifications
meet the requirements of above mentioned positions are particularly welcome to apply,

Only Short listed candidates only will be contacted, Competitive salaries and benefits offered.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information about us, please: visit www.crs.org.

7:17 AM

Unknown

Job Title: Project Officer, WASH/IWRM

Position Overview:
The Project Officer will be responsible for assisting in the project coordination, implementation, and monitoring including staff management and reporting.
The position holder will work closely with the level as well as Global Water Initiatives partners in implementing the project activities. Position will be based in Lira/Otuke and report the Global Water Initiatives Project Manager.

Qualifications, Experience and Abilities required:
The suitable candidate will preferably have qualifications including but not limited to:
Hydrology, agriculture, forestry, environment natural sciences and rural development together with
• Proven experiences in developing systems for coordinating activities concerning social ;mobilization, participatory watershed planning ;and management of community involvement field with at least 4 years experience of relevant ;working experience after graduation in watershed :management and /or natural resources :conservation and management methods and processes for community : development e.g. PHAST and CHAST.
• Additional training on water resource management or IWRM would also be an added advantage
• Experience in participatory rural appraisal (PRA).
• Group and adult facilitation skills and experience.
• Good report writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as leadership skills.
• Good knowledge and application of Microsoft word. Excel and Power Point.
• Strong understanding of organizational systems operations and development
• Experience in project planning, management, and appraisal/evaluation.
• Practical experience in preparing and managing infrastructure development projects and familiarity with national standards.
• Minimum 3 years working for a non-international organization management, monitoring and evaluation tools, and systems.
• Ability to enhance good interpersonal relationship, appreciation of diversity and ability to build trust in the Global Water initiatives partnership.
• Experience with institutional strengthening and partnership building. Knowledge of Luo is an added advantage
Apply for this job

Please send Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three work-related referees, together with a supporting statement (typed cover letter), which should include
evidence of competence against key criteria and a typed covering letter to:

E-mail address: jobs@ug.earo.crs.org

OR

CRS/Uganda,
P. O. BOX 30086, Kampala
ATTN: HR Manager

OR

Plot 577, Block 15 Old Nsambya Road (behind the US Embassy)
(please include position title on the outside of the envelope and on subject line)

Application deadline is November 5th, 2010

In line with CRS policy on gender equity, qualified women whose qualifications
meet the requirements of above mentioned positions are particularly welcome to apply,

Only Short listed candidates only will be contacted, Competitive salaries and benefits offered.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information about us, please: visit www.crs.org.

12:25 AM

Unknown

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts below which exist in Amudat District Local government
Application forms PSC Forms 3 (revised 2008) to be filled in Triplicate can be obtained from the office of the secretary Amudat District Service Commission, any District service commission country wide or from Public service commission Kampala. Application forms with three recent coloured passport size photographs should be submitted to the secretary Amudat District Service Commission; P.o Amudat not later than 26th /November/2010 .
Serving officers should route their applications through tjeir heads of department who should be informed of the closing date to avoid delay. should be delivered to the office of Secretary

Amudat Town Council
Internal Audit Department
Job Title : 1 Examiner of Account
Salary Scale : U5
Reports to : Internal Auditor

Purpose : To appraise activities within a Local Government for the review of accounting, financial and other operations as a basis for protective measures to management

Key Outputs
• Revenue collection and all monies due to the Local Government audited
• Manpower audits conducted embracing all employees of Local Government
• Financial and accounting operation systems reviewed in all departments
• Procurement of goods and services audited to ensure value for money
• Prepayment audits carried out

Key Activities:
• Auditing revenue collection and all monies due to the local government
• Conducting manpower audits embracing all employees of Local government
• Reviewing financial and accounting operation systems in all departments
• Auditing procurement of goods and services to ensure value for money
• Carry out prepayment audits

Person Specification
• ‘A’ level plus a Diploma in financial and accounting
• Must have auditing and communication skills
• Experience in auditing is an advantage

12:24 AM

Unknown

5:24 AM

Unknown

Job title: Information and Communication Technology Officer
Term of service: Contract
Duty station: Kampala
Reports to: Administrator
Purposes of the position:
Overall responsibility for the management and support of THETA Information and communication technology (ICT) systems and databases

Roles and Responsibilities
a) System Administration
• Develop and maintain the organizational IT Policy and standard operating procedures.
• Installing and configuring servers and other components of the IT infrastructure.
• Installing and configuring application software
• Configuring and maintaining a secure ICT system
• Support other members of staff in the use of IT Hard and software as well as Network and workstation troubleshooting.

b) Administration of all ICT Systems
• Database Administration
• Making regular Backup of the system data and restoring files.
• Provision of ensuring data security.

c) System Maintenance
• Maintain a database/inventory of all ICT equipment in the organization.
• Updating of all software in use by the organization
• Repairing and servicing of all organization's ICT hardware including desktop computers, servers, printers, Photocopiers, scanners etc
• Inventory Management of all ICT hardware and software
d) Maintaining and updating the organization’s website
e) Participating in THETA events planning and advocacy meetings and projects.
1) Regularly updating THETA Administrator on the status, quality and needs of THETA ICT systems) Any other duties as may be required.

Requirements
• Bachelors in IT, Computer Science, Business Computing or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in ICT Systems Management in an organization of similar or greater size and scope.
Apply for this job

Interested candidates should send their CV, a cover letter with copies of academic certificates, indicating 3 professional referees, one of whom should be from the latest workplace.

Deadline of submission: 5:0upm, 3rd Nov 2010.

Address applications to:

The Human Resource Officer,
THETA Uganda,
Plot 724/5 Mawanda Road - Kamwokya,
P.O Box 21175,
Kampala, Email: theta@thetaug.org

5:23 AM

Unknown

Job Title: Training and Capacity Building Manager
Term of service: Contract
Duty station: Kampala, with frequent travel up country
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Senior Program Officers and Programme Officers

Purposes of the position:
• To design, plan, guide, coordinate and supervise the training and capacity building programmes of THETA for effective delivery of quality HIV/AlDS prevention and care services.

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Formulate THETA programmes training and capacity building strategies
• Provide a leading role in the identification and mobilization of communities for the establishment of collaborative training and capacity building programs.
• Oversee and guide the TCB team in the establishment of THETA community-based network of trainers, support teams and structures.
• Design and review training curricula in collaboration with traditional and conventional health practitioners, as well as key stakeholders at the MQH, district and community levels.
• Amend and revises strategies and programs as necessary to adapt to changes in working and external environments
• Advise, support and supervise THETA staff and community partners for the implementation of the training Programme.
• Oversee the design and production of training and relevant IEC material for in-house and outside use.
• Oversee the development and implementation of TCB program activities according to THETA standards of quality, accuracy, timeliness, and accountability
• Assess periodically the work done by the THETA network of community trainers, support teams and liaison persons in the provision of HIV/AIDS education, counseling and care and identifies areas that need strengthening, review and/or modifications,
• Closely collaborate with THETA Monitoring and Evaluation (M and E) Manager and THETA M and E unit to coordinate THETA TCB and M and E activities

Staff:
• Ensures induction of all TCB staff
• - Identify training and development needs for THETA TCB staff
• Conduct annual performance appraisals of all TCB staff directly reporting to him/her

Organizational development:
• Participate in THETA fundraising, annual planning, advocacy, budgeting and budget controls exercises.
• Responsible for the production of quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports on pro gram-related activities.
• Regularly update THETA Programme Coordination and Senior Management Committees and Executive Director on the progress of program and TCB activities.
• Any other duties as may be required.

Requirements
• Masters in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Education or related fields
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Training and Community development work.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a managerial position
• Certificate and experience in HIV-AIDS counseling will be an added advantage
Apply for this job

Interested candidates should send their CV, a cover letter with copies of academic certificates, indicating 3 professional referees, one of whom should be from the latest workplace.

Deadline of submission: 5:0upm, 3rd Nov 2010.

Address applications to:

The Human Resource Officer,
THETA Uganda,
Plot 724/5 Mawanda Road -Kamwokya,
P.O Box 21175,
Kampala, Email: theta@thetaug.org

5:22 AM

Unknown

Position: Resource Mobilization and Advocacy Manager
Term of service: Contract
Duty station: Kampala
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Advocacy Officer

Purposes of the position:
Responsible for Resource Mobilization and Advocacy (RMA) for THETA.

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Research and identify new sources of funding as well as new fundraising ideas for THETA and review adequacy for THETA with THETA Executive Director and THETA Senior Management Committee.
• In consultation with the Director and relevant staff, coordinate all funding proposal production including drafting and being the main writer or reviewer for all proposals,, and ensuring that quality is maintained throughout the process, deadlines a-e met and donor requirements are followed.
• With the Director and other appropriate staff and board members, maintain ongoing contacts with previous, existing and new potential funders.
• Ensure prompt and appropriate acknowledgement of all grants arid donations.
• Ensure that all funders' queries are promptly and fully answered and that reporting requirements are strictly adhered to.
• Maintain and secure records of all correspondence and reports to and from all flinders.
• In collaboration with THETA Advocacy Officer and Resource Center and subject to approval by THETA Senior Management, organize events and activities to increase THETA's visibility, credibility and networking base among both current and potential
• Participate in compilation, dissemination and publication of THETA achievements, lessons learned and best practices at local, regional, national and international levels as approved by THETA Senior Management.
• Ensure induction of all RMA_staff
• Identify training and development needs for THETA RMA staff
• Conduct annual performance appraisals of all RMA staff directly reporting to him/her
• Participate in THETA annual planning, budgeting and budget control exercises.
• Regularly updates THETA Senior Management Committee and Executive Director on the progress of program and TCB activities.
• Any other duties as may be required.

Requirements
• Masters in Social Sciences, Business Studies, Development Studies, or related fields.
• Training in Public Relations, Marketing or related field will be an added advantage.
• Experience in Grant management
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Resource Mobilization] and Advocacy work for a civil society organization.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a managerial position
Apply for this job

Interested candidates should send their CV, a cover letter with copies of academic certificates, indicating 3 professional referees, one of whom should be from the latest workplace.

Deadline of submission: 5:0upm, 3rd Nov 2010.

Address applications to:

The Human Resource Officer,
THETA Uganda,
Plot 724/5 Mawanda Road - Kamwokya,
P.O Box 21175,
Kampala, Email: theta@thetaug.org

5:21 AM

Unknown

Job Title: Chief Accountant

Reports to Director General

Salary Grade UR 2(ii)
Age: 35 - 55 years

Overall Responsibility:
The successful applicant will head the Finance Department of the NARO Secretariat and will be responsible for the effective management of the National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) financial resources.

Tasks and Responsibilities:
* Supervise, mentor and provide guidance to the Finance Department staff at NARO headquarters as well as in the field and motivate them for better performance;
* Manage NARO's computerized financial management set up and upgrade the financial management information system;
* Interact effectively with the World Bank/DA as well as other Development
Partners on all matters relating to resource mobilization, use of funds and
adherence to financial covenants and audit regulations;
* Liaise with the Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development in the preparation and submission of NARO's annual budgets and release of funds against approved allocations;
* Further develop and oversee the maintenance of accounting records.and information in accordance with Government accounting regulations and procedures;
* Design and develop a long term training and staff development programme for the Finance Department;
* Ensure timely disbursement of approved funds at NARO Secretariat and. PARIs and monitor the submission of regular accountabilities for funds released;

Qualifications:
Applicants should possess a good degree in either Commerce or Business Studies and professional qualifications in the field of financial management, such as ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent from an internationally recognized institution.

Person Specifications:
The candidate should be dynamic and result oriented, with a proven track record of achievements. He or she should be innovative, with excellent leadership qualities, and willing to take on challenges in an ever-changing work environment,

Experience:
Applicants should have a minimum of ten (10) years post qualification experience with at least five (5) years as a head of a Finance or Accounts Department in a reputable organization or a government Institution. Candidates with experience in managing donor funded projects and with hands on experience of computer¬ized financial management and reporting systems will have an added advantage.

Employment Terms;
Successful candidates for the two jobs will be employed on four years' contract renewable on satisfactory performance.
Apply for this job

Application Procedures:
Interested persons with the above requirements should submit hand-written applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephone number and names and addresses of 3 (three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to the undersigned not later than 15th November 2010.

The Director General,
National Agricultural Research Organisation,
P.O.Box 295, Entebbe

5:20 AM

Unknown

Job title:Project Officer M and E DANIDA SRH Project
Company AMREF
Location Northern - Gulu
Northern - Kitgum
Salary - -
Sector Social Science - Economics
Job Type Permanent
Date Tue, 26 Oct 2010
Experience 2 to 5 Years
Educational Qualification Bachelor's Degree-Graduate Degree (BA, BSc, BCom)
Skills Research and Planning: Analyzing
Organization, Management and Leadership: Coordinating tasks
Work Survival: Meeting goals
Work Survival: Accepting responsibility
Job Status Full Time
Vacancies 1
Role •The M and e will focus on improving data collection, monitoring and tracking of client case detection of client case detection (CDR) and treatment success rates (TSR) for beneficiaries using the National TB and Leprosy Programme guidelines.

Job Title: Project Officer M and E DANIDA SRH Project
Location: Kitgum and Gulu District
Reporting to: Project Manager

Description of duties

•The M and e will focus on improving data collection, monitoring and tracking of client case detection of client case detection (CDR) and treatment success rates (TSR) for beneficiaries using the National TB and Leprosy Programme guidelines.
• S/he will promote involvement of project staff, local government, health workers, and communities in strengthening and utilizing existing M and E frameworks and health
• S/he will also design and monitor a project M and E database to track relevant indicators and targets using information gathered from nationally approved forms, including health facil¬ity data, DOTS service availability, application of effective monitoring measures, applica¬tion of collaborative management of TB/HIV guidelines, and Village Health Team involvement in TB interventions.

Qualifications and relevant experience:
• The applicant should have a degree, specialization or post graduate training in M and E, Bio-Statistical Analysis, Data Management, or other relevant fields.
• At least 3 years experience in designing and implementing participator,health related project M and E systems.
Apply for this job

Contact
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter, with 3 work-related referees, including copies of certificates, salary history, and available start dates to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be clearly marked: 'AMREF-Job title-SRH'. No e-mails must exceed 2MB.

Closing date is 5 PM on Wednesday 10th November 2010.

People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405,
Kampala Uganda

Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.u

5:19 AM

Unknown

Job Title: Project Accountant
Location: Kitgum
Reporting to: Project Manager

Reporting to the Project Manager the Project Accountant will provide technical financial management support to the project staff in Gulu and Kitgum Districts and ensure up-to-date is
required.

Description of duties
•Maintain high level of confidentiality of all information handled
• Provide accurate and useful information (quantitative, narrative) in a consistent, timely, and cost effective manner
• Ensure timely disbursement and accountability of all project funds
• Oversee the financial and accounting activities at the station level in consultation with the respective project staff.
• Educate project staff about budgeting, other finance policies and guidelines, established internal controls systems for receipts and expenditures of funds and ensure adherence at -all times.
• Develop and maintain a filing system for all finance records at the station. are in line with approved budgets, other donor requirements and established guidelines, procedures, and cash flows.
• Ensure security, integrity and compliance in all bank transactions and timely bank reconciliations.
• Provide operational support to the Project Manager on expenditure management to include budgets.
* Prepare monthly progress reports to management on cash flows and periodic budgetary control statements to determine financial performance of the project.
* Facilitate and coordinate spot checks, verifications, and audits, readily avail documents and ensure prompt responses in consultation with the Project Manager and Finance Manager; follow-up and implement recommendations made by both internal and external auditors.
* Prepare annual operational budgets for projects by determining funds available for the budget, activities scheduled for the year and their cost and translating these to an operational budget in AMREF's format.
* Oversee the financial and accounting activities at field station level in consultation with the respective project staff and Finance Manager.
* Ensure that procedures for electronic data, storage, back-up and security are followed in compliance with AMREF's Financial Policy.
• Process, approve and code expenditure (claims, imprests, surrenders, field office returns and purchase requisitions) and internal recoveries in accordance with approved work plans and budgets.
* Produce, share and review monthly income and expenditure statements with project staff and work with project teams to resolve financial and accounting issues and queries.
* Perform any other duties assigned by the Managers.

Qualifications and experience
Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration or related field with accounting bias; major in Accounts from a recognized University; Possession of a professional qualification (CPA, ACCA) is desirable Experience of at least 3 years with an International NGO
Apply for this job

Contact
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter, with 3 work-related referees, including copies of certificates, salary history, and available start dates to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be clearly marked: 'AMREF-Job title-SRH'. No e-mails must exceed 2MB.

Closing date is 5 PM on Wednesday 10th November 2010.

People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405,
Kampala Uganda

Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.ug

5:18 AM

Unknown

Job Title: Director Quality Assurance
Reports to: Director General
Salary Grade: UR 1(ii)
Age; 40-56 years

Overall Responsibility: He/She will head the Quality Assurance Directorate and will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of the Quality Assurance of the research programmes, services and outputs of the National Agricultural Research Systems.

Tasks and Responsibilities:
* Developing and recommending to the Council of quality standards and guidelines for conducting and delivering agricultural research services;
* ensuring that research programmes, services and processes meet the agreed standards;
*Maintaining a database of agricultural research service providers;
* monitoring the performance of agricultural research service providers and developing a dynamic and demand-responsive system for capacity strengthening of service providers, and overseeing the associated capacity strengthening activities;
* Ensuring that the process for agricultural research priority setting at national an zonal level complies with guidelines and agreed standards.
* Ensuring that the vetting process for the competitive grant awarding process complies with guidelines and agreed standards;
* ensuring that the quality of official publications, reports and information releases by the council and its secretariat are of a high standard;
* Deputizing for the Director General Requirements:
* At least Masters Degree in the field of natural sciences or socio-economics. Possession of a PhD will be an added advantage.
* Broad understanding of the role of agricultural research in agriculture and rural development.
*At least 10 years experience in agricultural research management at a senior level.
A track record in agricultural research or research in other related fields evidenced by peer reviewed publications
• Evidence of technical knowledge and skills relevant to research quality assurance
• Ability to facilitate and mentor a wide range of processes among peers
• Ability to design and implement institutional innovations for enhancing relevance, efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of the national agricultural research system
Demonstrated leadership qualities as well as team building and administrative skills
• Some evidence of past finks and interactions with national, regional and international research institutions as well as with government and private sector research and development agencies.
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Application Procedures:

Interested persons with the above requirements should submit hand-written applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephone number and names and addresses of 3 (three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to the undersigned not later than 15th November 2010.

The Director General,
National Agricultural Research Organisation,
P.O.Box 295, Entebbe

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Job Title: Project Assistant DANIDA SRH Project
Location: Kitgum District
Reporting to: Project Officer

Job Objective
Reporting to the Project Officer, the Project Assistant will be responsible for coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the DAN1DA Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) Project in Kitgurn and Gulu Districts with overall technical support from the Project Officer.

Description of duties
* Develop project work plans, track project progress, and prepare reports on deliverables.
* Support the development of information, education and communication (IEC) materials, training manuals and other relevant project documents.
* Support the capacity development and training of community health workers including
SRH Sexuality Knowledge for Youth (SKY) Club leaders, midwives and traditional birth attendants, peer educators; youth, and other community leaders.
*Support the coordination of in and out-of-school youth activities that address sexual and reproductive health needs.
*Work closely with health workers and other relevant actors at the community level to improve the delivery of SRH information and services.
* Contribute to the documentation and sharing of best practices and lessons learned.
• Identify and facilitate the development of advocacy strategies lo address cross-cutting concerns of communities, beneficiaries, local government, and health workers.
• Facilitate capacity building of health personnel in SRH and provision of youth friendly
• Support coordination, monitoring, implementation and evaluation of project activities.
• Support the development of organizational capacity for gender-mainstreaming and right based programming in coordination with the project team.
• Promote male involvement in SRH activities and service uptake.
* Strengthen the health management system from the community to district level through improved data collection, reporting, and referral efforts.
• Promote positive, sustained behavior change regarding critical SRH issues among beneficiaries and health workers.
* Conduct supervisory visits to project sites and provide feedback to relevant parties.
* Facilitate and participate in operational research and monitoring and evaluating project activities

Qualifications and experience
• A degree in Health, Social Sciences Development studies or closely related field
*A minimum of 3 years experience implementing SRH activities with the main focus on women and youths in rural communities in international NGO settings.
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Contact
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter, with 3 work-related referees, including copies of certificates, salary history, and available start dates to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be clearly marked: 'AMREF-Job title-SRH'. No e-mails must exceed 2MB.

Closing date is 5 PM on Wednesday 10th November 2010.

People Performance Group
Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
P.O. Box 12405,
Kampala Uganda

Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: www.ppg.co.ug

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5:15 AM

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Job Title: Clinic Manager

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for organizing and coordinating the day to day activities of the clinic
• Responsible for ensuring quality of patient care, liaises with medical team and administration to improve qualify of patient care as well as providing support services to discordant couples
• Ensures availability and safe storage of clinic supplies; Receipts, Issues, and maintenance of stores Ledger
• Supervises Nurses and Counselors
• Responsible for the daily petty cash expenses at the clinic and ensures proper accountability for the funds,

Educational Qualifications and experience
• BSC Nursing , Registered Nursing, Diploma in Nursing from a recognized Institution
• Should be registered with the Uganda Nurses and Midwives
• At least three years experience in a research setting;
• Certificate in HIV/AIDS Counseling from a recognized Institute.
• Fluency in Lusoga and Swahili is an added advantage.

Other requirements
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills;
Should be fluent in oral and written English
Should be a highly motivated person and should be able to work under a high workload;
Competent in the use of standard office software;
Ability to work in a team but also work independently

Compensation:
Compensation for these positions will be commensurate with train¬ing and experience.
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To Apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand -deliver application letters with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to;

The Jinja PrEP Study site.
Infectious Diseases Institute,
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala Partners House, Plot 27B, Kiira Road,
Jinja (Next to the World War Cemetery, opposite the gate to the Jinja Hospital Mortuary)

OR
Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala,
Tel: 256 - 0414 - 307200, 0312 - 307 200
Fax: 256 - 0414 - 307 290
E-mail: office@idi.co,ug

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, October 29, 2010.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

5:14 AM

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Position: Study Physician

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for implementing study specific clinical procedures, performing physical and genital examinations of study participants as well as HIV related counseling.
• Prescribes medications for treatable medical conditions, and makes referrals to other agencies for acute medical conditions not covered by this research/ study,
• Participates in filling and reviewing case report forms and source documents and ensures integrity of study data through QA/QC activities/procedures.
• Participates in developing and implementing of standard operating procedures.
• Ensures adherence to set quality standards.

Educational Qualifications and Employment Experience
• M.B.Ch.B
• Registered with the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council

Other Skills and Experience
• Experience in working and/or management of HIV/AIDS or STDs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in recording information for research purposes
• Ability to work as a team
• Experience in working in a clinical trials research setting is an
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To Apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand -deliver application letters with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to;

The Jinja PrEP Study site.
Infectious Diseases Institute,
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala Partners House, Plot 27B, Kiira Road,
Jinja (Next to the World War Cemetery, opposite the gate to the Jinja Hospital Mortuary)

OR
Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala,
Tel: 256 - 0414 - 307200, 0312 - 307 200
Fax: 256 - 0414 - 307 290
E-mail: office@idi.co,ug

Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, October 29, 2010.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

5:10 AM

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Job Title: Human Resource Officer (Training and Development)
(Salary Scale UNBS 6)

Reports to the Human Resource Manager, and performs the following duties and responsibilities -identify individual and organizational training needs through job analysis, staff appraisals and regular consultations with supervisors and Heads of Departments; oversee the Training and Development activities of the Bureau; Investigate what training is available from Government agencies, ministries and donor agencies and maintain a data base of training providers; Design training courses and programmes necessary to meet training needs, or manage this activity via external provider (s);Develop a draft training policy for approval by the HR Manager; Prepare an annual training plan and budget for each Department and or the overall organization in consultation with Heads of Departments and the HR Manager; Design training courses
the Trainers; Manage the delivery, development and evaluate of training and development programmes, monitor and review the progress of trainees through questionnaires and discussions with Managers or Heads of Departments; Review all course evaluations and participant evaluations; Monitor effectiveness of training and evaluate all courses taken in and outside Uganda; Prepare a monthly training report; Organize training facilities, venues and equipment; Arrange all training courses, and provide administrative support. Notify participants and distribute training material; Monitor posts of training against budgets; ensure that training and development activities are carried out in accordance with plans; Advise management and staff on training and development issues,

Qualifications and other requirements:
• The successful candidates shall have a good honors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or B.Com (Human Resource Management Option), Social Sciences, from a recognized University
• A post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management and or a certificate of training of trainers is an added advantage
• Must be computer literate with skills; in MS Word, Excel,; PowerPoint, and Internet applications
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a reputable organization or consulting firm

The successful candidate needs to be a team player with Passion for people development, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills, time management skills, ability to work with cross- departmental teams and have high integrity and confidentiality.
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Mode of Application;
Interested persons with the requirements may submit their applications together with attached copies of all academic qualifications, copies of valid identify cards and detailed CVs with mobile telephone numbers indicated, to the address below in person or by courier latest 5.00pm, 5th November 2010.

The Executive Director,
Uganda National Bureau of Standards,
Plot M217 Nakawa Industrial Area,
P.O Box 6329, KAMPALA,

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