Project Management Specialist/Youth and Children job vacancy- USA Embassy Jobs

Job title:Project Management Specialist/Youth and Children U.S. Mission, Uganda VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Number: 105-2010 Date: 10/11/2010 OPEN TO: All Qualified Host Country Candidates OPENING AND CLOSING DATES: October 11-22, 2010 POSITION TITLE: Project Management Specialist/Youth and Children POSITION LOCATION: USAID, Investing In People (SO8) OFFICE HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week POSITION GRADE: FSN-11 (Ugshs.67,623,871 to 97,517,009 p.a. inclusive of allowances). USAID/Uganda is recruiting a qualified Ugandan to fill the position of Project Management Specialist/Youth and Children. BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION Responsible for developing and advising senior-level Agency Administrators including the USAID Mission Director...

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Administrative Clerk/Rover job vacancy- American Embassy

Job Title: Administrative Clerk/Rover; FP-8 U. S. Mission, Uganda VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Number: 103/2010 Date: 10/13/2010 OPEN TO: Appointment Eligible Family Members (AEFM) and U.S. Veterans, All Agencies POSITION: Administrative Clerk/Rover; FP-8 OPENING DATE: October 13, 2010 CLOSING DATE: October 26, 2010 WORK HOURS: When Actually Employed, Full-time; 40 hours/week CLEARANCE: Must be eligible to obtain top secret clearance ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. "The American Embassy is seeking for an individual for the position of Administrative Clerk/Rover to support all Embassy sections." BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION Incumbent provides full administrative and clerical support...

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Data Management Specialist- (USA) American embassy Jobs Vacancy

Job title: Data Management Specialist; FP-5; FSN-9 U. S. Mission, Uganda VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Number: 089/2010 Date: 10/06/2010 OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates POSITION: Data Management Specialist; FP-5; FSN-9 OPENING DATE: October 06, 2010 CLOSING DATE: October 19, 2010 WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main...

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Jobs Vacancies in UBOS- Uganda Bureau of Statistics

UBOS is the principal data collecting, processing, analysing and disseminating agency responsible for coordinating and supervising the National Statistical System. Background The Uganda Bureau of Statistics, formerly known as the Statistics Department under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, was transformed into a semi-autonomous body by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics Act No. 12, 1998. Applying for Jobs in UBOS We always post all job vacancies and employment opportunities in Uganda on this website. You can therefore find jobs in UBOS here. However, if you have ant career or vcancy related issue, you can laalways contact the human resource manager of UBOS at the address below For any more information, please contact the Human Resources department, Email: hr@ubos.org UGANDA...

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Muljibhai Madhvani Foundation scholarship for Ugandan students

1. Nature of the scholarship The scholarship shall be extended as a grant payable directly to the University/Institution on behalf of the beneficiaries. Renewal of funding shall be subject to receiving satisfactory progress reports from the beneficiary's Faculty/Institute/School. Retakes in 1 or more subjects would entail withdrawal of Scholarship and shall not be funded by the Trust. On completion of studies, it is expected that the awardees will, for the benefit of future scholars, make voluntary donations/contributions to the Foundation. 2. What does the scholarship cover? The scholarship covers tuition fees only from second year to completion for undergraduates; and, for the entire programme of study for graduate students from the time of application/award. ...

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Required Documents you need to get a USA Visa

Each applicant for a student visa must submit these forms and documentation as explained below: * Form I-20A-B, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status-For Academic and Language Students or Form I-20M-N, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (M-1) Student Status for Vocational Students. You will need to submit a SEVIS generated Form, I-20, which was provided to you by your school.You and your school official must sign the I-20 form. See the previous section for SEVIS information. * Online Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application, Form DS-160. Visit our DS-160 webpage to learn more about the DS-160 online process. * A passport valid for travel to the United States and with a validity date at least six months beyond the applicant's intended period...

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Are you ready to Apply for a USA My Student Visa?

* Students are encouraged to apply for their visa early to provide ample time for visa processing. Students may apply for their visa as soon as they are prepared to do so. * Students should note that Embassies and Consulates are able to issue your student visa 120 days or less, in advance of the course of study registration date. If you apply for your visa more than 120 days prior to your start date or registration date as provided on the Form I-20, the Embassy or Consulate will hold your application until it is able to issue the visa. Consular officials will use that extra time for application processing. * Students are advised of the Department of Homeland Security regulation which requires that all initial or beginning students enter the U.S. 30 days or less in advance of the course...

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How to Qualify for a USA Student Visa

The Immigration and National Act is very specific with regard to the requirements which must be met by applicants to qualify for the student visa. The consular officer will determine whether you qualify for the visa. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate that they properly meet student visa requirements including: * Have a residence abroad, with no immediate intention of abandoning that residence; * Intend to depart from the United States upon completion of the course of study; and * Possess sufficient funds to pursue the proposed course of study. ach applicant for a student visa must submit these forms and documentation as explained below: * Form I-20A-B, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status-For Academic and Language Students or Form I-20M-N,...

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USA Student visa Application- Important information

Most non-U.S. citizens who wish to study in the United States will seek an F-1 (non-immigrant) student visa, but there are other visa types that are sometimes authorized for those who study in the U.S. Here is a short description of the different visa types that involve study: * F-1, or Student Visa: This visa is the most common for those who wish to engage in academic studies in the United States. It is for people who want to study at an accredited U.S. college or university or to study English at a university or intensive English language institute. * J-1, or Exchange Visitor: This visa is for people who will be participating in an exchange visitor program in the U.S. The "J" visa is for educational and cultural exchange programs. * M-1, or Student Visa: This visa is for those...

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USA Visa application information for Students and Travellers

Most of the procedures and requirements for applying for the various types of student visas, as well as for the Exchange Visitor visa are standardized and are described at the websites behind the “learn more” links provided above. Some procedures vary from country to country, for example, how to pay the visa application processing fee and how to make an appointment for an interview. For details on applying for a Student or Exchange Visitor visa in the country in which you are located, please visit the U.S. Embassy or Consulate nearest you. If you have specific questions about visas that are not answered by the embassy website, please contact the EducationUSA advising center nearest you for individual guidance. EducationUSA Advising Center Workshops about Visas Some EducationUSA advising centers...

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USA (America) Visa information for Students and Work permits (Africa, Kenya, Asia, Uganda and other Countries)

In order to apply for a visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate, you must first have a SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System)-generated document (either an I-20 or DS-2019) issued by a U.S. college or university or Department of State-designated sponsor organization. You will be required to submit this form when you apply for a visa. The U.S. academic institution or program sponsor will provide you with the appropriate SEVIS-generated form only when you have been academically admitted to the institution or accepted as a participant in an exchange program. The institution or program sponsor will also send you additional information about applying for the appropriate visa, as well as other guidance about beginning your academic program in the United States. Once you have all the...

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York University – Scholarships for Africans

Scholarships for International Students requiring application General Eligibility Criteria: * Applying for September entry * Have an excellent academic record (“A” average or equivalent) * An international student with a Study Permit for Canada * Applying to the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree program in one of the following Faculties: Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, Environmental Studies, Fine Arts, Glendon, Health, Science & Engineering or Schulich School of Business. Global Leader of Tomorrow Award * $60,000 – ($15,000 x 4 years) * Highest academic average * Nomination by high school * Leadership and demonstrated skills * To renew – must have a high academic standing (7.80 on a 9-point York scale) in each academic year...

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Audit and Risk Management Job Vacancy- Rwandatel

Vacancy: Risk Manager Location: Kigali Country: Rwanda Job Description (Duties): * To direct operations of risk management within the framework of an agreed business strategy by ensuring that sound risk management processes are in place and functioning across the organization * To identify, assess, profile, document risks associated with processes and procedures * Establish adequate mitigating controls in liaison with various process owners and ensure their implementation Necessary Qualifications: * A Master degree in Accounting, Finance, business administration or related field from a recognized university * A relevant professional qualification e.g. CIA, ACCA, CPA, CISA or equivalent * Knowledge of a Risk based tool preferably ACL (Audit Command Language) ...

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Windle Trust International Sponsorship and Scholarships for Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia and Sudan

Windle Trust International is a registered UK charity based in the university city of Oxford, with offices also in Sudan, and sister organisations in Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia. The Trust’s work is funded by a wide range of donors and supported by universities and colleges in Britain and Africa. Windle Trust International provides access to education and training for those affected by conflict in Africa. We equip talented young Africans to meet the challenges of development in their own countries. The Trust’s activities include sponsoring study in schools, universities and colleges in Africa and in the United Kingdom, and intensive English programmes to enable refugees and other caught up in Africa’s conflicts to access training, employment and community leadership roles. * Sponsorship...

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Nokia Siemens Network - MGW / MSS Engineer Job Vacancy

Nokia Siemens Network - MGW / MSS Engineer Vacancy: MGW/MSS Engineer Location: Kampala Country: Uganda Job Description (Duties): Job Purpose: To perform Operation and Maintenance on the NSS/MGW. Roles and Responsibilities: * To support the Configuration Management function * Collaborate with others to resolve complex matters * Takes part in 24x7 (Call-out) for technical support * investigate major outages * Support report writing as required by management * Provide On Job Training competence * Interface with Vendor engineers on escalated technical matters * Make routine maintenance checks and follow up actions and documents * Support the Project Manager with report analysis and formulae writing * Offer support to the Fault Management function ...

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Robert McNamara/EADB Graduate Scholarship in Development Studies for students in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania

Robert McNamara/EADB Graduate Scholarship in Development Studies Application Guidelines * citizens of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda Areas Covered * Doctor of Philosophy degree in Development Studies This programme offers three (3) scholarships each year to citizens of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda who wish to pursue studies leading to a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Development Studies in a recognized institution of higher learning in East Africa. The scholarship was established in 2003 by the East African Development Bank in honour of Mr Robert McNamara, former World Bank President and member of EADB’s Panel of Advisors, for his role and efforts in promoting social and economic development. Each scholarship covers tuition fees, subsistence allowance, travel, and other related expenses....

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Project Implementation Manager Job Vacancy in Rwanda

Rwandatel- Project Implementation Manager Vacancy: Project Implementation Manager Location: Kigali Country: Rwanda Job Description (Duties): * Responsibilities for co-ordinating the implementation of the projects * To ensure availability of sufficient resources for the projects * To manage the delivery of contracts for suppliers Necessary Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Project Management * PMP certification from a recognized institution is an added advantage * 5 years working experience with atleast 3 years in full time project management * Experience in managing large projects * Ensure compliance of the project management processes in the company * Manage the project portfolio so as to support the company strategy * Identify project management...

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Scholarship Program to study in Sweden

The objective of the scholarship program is to promote democratic, economic and social development through supporting know-how and transfer of knowledge to advanced students within areas in which Sweden is at the forefront of academic research. Countries The program is only available to citizens of the following countries: Albania, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Georgia, Kenya, Kosovo, Mali, Moçambique, Moldova, Rwanda, Serbia, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. About 40 scholarships will be offered for the academic year 2010/2011. Important dates Prior to applying for a scholarship, application to the master’s degree program must be made via the online application service for master’s programs in Sweden at www.studera.nu....

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Scholarships for Ugandan students to study in Netherlands (Holland)

* NETHERLANDS FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME * * Who is eligible? * * Ugandan professionals who are holders of a bachelor's degree of a recognised university and who have at least 3 years of appropriate working experience after graduation are eligible. Applicants who received a fellowship during the 3 years before the application are not eligible. There are no undergraduate courses or courses for fresh graduates available. * * Embassy Sector Focus * * NFP is an instrument of Development Cooperation of the Government of The Netherlands. The Embassy Sector Focus in Development Cooperation in Uganda is an essential element of this Embassy’s Multi Annual Strategic Plan. Therefore NFP Uganda only accepts and processes applications from persons and (partner-) organisations...

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Head of Chain and Supply Job Vacancy

Vacancy: Head of Chain and Supply REPORT TO: General Manager Location: Kampala Country: Uganda Job Description (Duties): * To manage the Logistics function,both primary and secondary * To ensure efficient production of goods at the right cost and quality * To manage supply and partnerships both backward and forward the supply chain * To oversee the production process and ensure cost effective procedures * To participate in product design and purchasing * Identifying risk mitigation actions and risks * Working out the human and material resources needed * Estimating costs and setting the quality standards * Monitoring the production processes and adjusting schedules as needed * Monitoring product standards and implementing quality-control programmes ...

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Job Vacancy at NFT Consult

Job title: Accountant Vacancy: Accountant REPORT TO: Managing Director Location: Kampala Country: Uganda Job Description (Duties): SUMMARY OF DUTIES; The Accountant is the key personnel for all financial record keeping , compliance to financial regulations and policies, monitoring of financial controls and maintaining compliance to budgeting. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Manage everything related to finance for both control of income and expenditure. * Review client contracts to obtain a thorough understanding of the financial stipulations. * Prepare accurate monthly reports i.e. annual profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, revenue analysis reports, VAT, NSSF, PAYE and any others required by the 15th day of the following month. * Analyze, review...

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Uganda Engenering Jobs- Nokia Siemens Networks - IN Engineer

Vacancy: IN Engineer Location: Kampala Country: Uganda Job Description (Duties): Job Purpose: Perform operation and maintenance on the IN Network. (CCN/SDP/AIR/VS). Roles and Responsibilities: * Support the Configuration Management function. * Collaborate with others to resolve complex matters. * Takes part in 24x7 (Call-out) for technical support. * Investigate major outages. * Support report writing as required by management. * Provide On-Job Training competence. * Interface with Vendor Engineers on escalated technical matters. * Make routine maintenance checks and follow up actions and documents. * Support the Project Manager with report analysis and formulae writing. * Offer support to the Fault Management function. * Carry out highest level...

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