The Microsoft Award for Young Scientists- Apply

The TWAS-AAS-Microsoft Award for Young ScientistsThe Prize will recognize young scientists in Africa whose research in computer science promises to have a positive impact in the developing world. Each year, three winners will be selected from different countries on the continent. Each recipient will receive a Euro 7,000 cash award generously contributed by Microsoft. Deadline: 31 July 2011.Microsoft Research, in partnership with TWAS and the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), has established the TWAS-AAS-Microsoft Award for Young Scientists to recognize young scientists working and living in Africa whose research in computer science has had, or could have, a positive impact in the developing world.Nature Each year three winners are selected from three different African countries. Each...

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TWAS-COMSTECH Joint Research Grants ( Science and Technology)

For young scientists in OIC countries working in science and technology to enable them to purchase the research facilities they need to enhance their productivity. Deadline: 31 August each year.The OIC Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH)-TWAS Joint Research Grants Programme complements the TWAS Research Grants Programme in Basic Sciences and the Research Grants Programme of the International Foundation for Science (IFS).The programme aims at encouraging the pursuit of scientific excellence in OIC countries by identifying and supporting the best young scientists in these countries; reinforcing and promoting scientific research and strengthening the endogenous capacity in science and technology; and counteracting the brain drain and reducing the exodus of...

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Grants for Computer Science in African Countries- Scholarships

With funds provided by Microsoft Research Ltd, TWAS and AAS encourage the organization of scientific activities related to computer science in Africa by offering financial assistance to the organizers of conferences, workshops, symposia and special meetings held in Africa. Deadline extended to 1 March 2011 - for meetings held between July and December 2011.The support is normally provided in the form of travel grants for principal speakers from abroad and/or participants from developing countries other than the country where the meeting is held. Supported speakers should be from not-for-profit research organizations. The amount provided does not exceed Euro 4,000.Deadline extended to 1 March 2011 for meetings to be held between July and December 2011.Subject AreasGrants are offered for meetings...

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World Ecomomic Forum Jobs- Associate Director

Job Title: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT,FOOD SECURITY INITIATIVESYou will develop and manage relationships among relevant international agencies and Forum Partner companies, working to build a shared agenda for results-oriented action among key stakeholders. You will encourage increased collaboration and partnership between businesses in the agriculture, food and beverage manufacturing and retail sectors and United Nations and international financial institutions to improve food and nutrition security. You will manage a tripartite partnership established for this purpose, and hold chief responsibility for delivering on its goals. You will map and understand the current landscape of relationships between business, the United Nations and international financial institutions, and...

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College Web Administrators- IT Jobs In Uganda (10 Vacancies)

With the transformation of Makerere University into a Collegiate University, the institution wishes to strengthen her communication function and online presence at the respective semi-autonomous units. This will help to further tap into information and research generated at these levels.The eight (8) Colleges include: Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; Business and Management Sciences; Computing and Information Sciences; Education and External Studies; Engineering, Design, Art and Technology; Health Sciences; Humanities and Social Sciences; and Natural Sciences. The two (2) Schools include; The School of Law and The School of Veterinary Medicine.Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts. Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae,...

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COMMUNICATION OFFICERS- 10 Vacancies

With the transformation of Makerere University into a Collegiate University, the institution wishes to strengthen her communication function and online presence at the respective semi-autonomous units. This will help to further tap into information and research generated at these levels.The eight (8) Colleges include: Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; Business and Management Sciences; Computing and Information Sciences; Education and External Studies; Engineering, Design, Art and Technology; Health Sciences; Humanities and Social Sciences; and Natural Sciences. The two (2) Schools include; The School of Law and The School of Veterinary Medicine.Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts. Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae,...

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Grameen Foundation Jobs Vacancies- Strategy and Business Development Lead, Community Knowledge Worker

Job Title: Strategy and Business Development Lead, Community Knowledge WorkerCompany: Grameen FoundationVacancy: Strategy and Business Development Lead, Community KnowledgeREPORT TO: Strategic Partner Manager,Community Knowledge WorkerLocation: KampalaCountry: UgandaJob Description (Duties):Job Summary:The strategy and Business Development Lead will be a member of the Strategy and Partnerships team and will drive Uganda-based marketing and business development for the Community Knowledge Worker (CKW) project. This position will set strategy for CKW partnerships, identifying prospective partners and donors and setting annual revenue targets. You will play an important role in influencing overall program strategy and contribute directly to program impact and sustainability, or the project's...

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Sales Manager Job Vacancy in aTelecom Company- Uganda

Job Title: Sales ManagerVacancy: Sales ManagerREPORT TO: Country Managing DirectorLocation: KampalaCountry: UgandaJob Description (Duties):Our client, an entrepreneurial partner to telecommunication operators and technology vendors is seeking to attract suitable candidates for the aforementioned role and that has the following mind set;Job Objective:Responsible for Pre Sales Activity including Marketing, RFP/RFI, and Key Account Management.Duties and Responsibilities: Provide subject matter expertise in pre-sales capacity for prospects, partners and strategic business alliances. Responding to details RFI/RFP/RFQ Participating in sales calls with other Business Development Team members and meeting with prospects. Preparing and giving product/solution demonstrations in liaison with...

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Software Developers Vacancies at Grameen Foundation

Job Title: Software Developer (2)Company: Grameen FoundationVacancy: Software Developers(2)REPORT TO: Technology ManagerCountry: UgandaJob Description (Duties):The Software developer should be a self-motivated individual who exhibits proven skills working with software development teams, and an ability and willingness to learn/adapt to new technologies, methods and tools.Essential Job Functions Interpret specifications and designs as provided. Translate such specifications into appropriate, high quality and documented programs/applications on time, for Grameen Foundation. Adopt Grameen Foundation development processes, best practice methods, tools and coding guidelines. Successfully communicate with the rest of the development team throughout the development process, participate...

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Banking Jobs Vacancies at BCR

Job Title:Branch Network ManagerBank:BCRVacancy: Branch Network ManagerREPORT TO: Chief Operations OfficerLocation: KigaliCountry: RwandaJob Description (Duties):Purpose of the role:To support the Chief Operation Officer in ensuring that Branches run efficiency, coordinating all administration tasks; to monitor and report on a day to day operations,training and branches' performance; analyze branches operational activities and manage corrective actions when needed; to implement programs to ensure attainment of business plan for growth and profit.Duties and responsibilities: Ensure operational controls cover all branches key activities. Assess branches' operations. Ensure timely remedial actions are taken and follow up on recommendations' implementations. Assist branches in the...

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2 Jobs Vacancies at BCR - Banking Jobs

Job Title: Senior Relationship Managers (2 Vacancies)Company: BCRVacancy: 2 Senior Relationship ManagersREPORT TO: Head of Corporate BankingLocation: KigaliCountry: RwandaJob Description (Duties):Purpose of the RoleTo work with BCR's corporate clients focusing on growth, managing the risk and relationship across the portfolio, as well as recommending more products and providing business advice that is beneficial to the bank and to the clients.Duties and responsibilities: Managing existing and new customers with particular emphasis on high standards of personal service whilst maximizing income. Proactively conduct strategic account reviews with all assigned customers on a regular basis to review service needs and usage trends plus identify products and pricing that meet customer needs...

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Customer Care Consultant - Job Vacancy at SANCARE

Job Title: Customer Care ConsultantCompany: SANCAREVacancy: Customer Care ConsultantLocation: KampalaCountry: UgandaJob Description (Duties):Job Purpose: To handle all client and service provider queries regarding medical insurance benefits and medical claims and to provide client support.Responsibilities: Handling of all incoming calls or written communication queries. Record and resolve queries within SLA structures. Provide product and benefit information. Follow-up on feedback of queries. Provide administration support to service managers.Necessary Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years experience as customer consultant in medical insurance industry.Competencies: Computer literate Good customer oriented with good listening skills. Ability to work under pressure....

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Credit Control Administrator Job Vacancy in Uganda- SANCARE

Job Title: Credit Control AdministratorCompany: SANCAREVacancy: Credit Control AdministratorLocation: KampalaCountry: UgandaJob Description (Duties):Job Purpose: To collect medical insurance premiums, to reconcile and communicate with clients regarding billing and premiums.Responsibilities: Managing the collection of premiums. Allocate and reconcile all premiums received. Ensure correct billing. Communicate with clients and handling related queries. Deal with reconciliation and payment discrepancies. Manage age analysis and record membership status. Generate management reports.Necessary Qualifications: A Diploma in Accounting. 3 years appropriate experience in the same field.Competencies; Planning and organizing skills. Attention to detail. Sound people skills and customer...

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Forestry Jobs in Uganda

Job Title: Forest RangerApplications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts that exist in Kanungu District, Butogota, Kambuga and Kihihi Town Councils.Job Title: Forest RangerJob Ref No: DSC/KAN/NRS/02/2010Salary Scale: 07Duties:• Sensitizing the public on the importance of forestry in the District• Helping in establishment of tree nurseries• Collecting revenue from forest product harvestersJob requirement• Certificate in Forestry• Must have good interpersonal skills Any other Requirements;• Ability to interpret to the community.How to applyApplication forms - Public Service Form 3(PSF 3) Revised 2008 can be obtained from Secretaries of District Service Commissions and Public Service Commission - Farmers House, Kampala and should be filled in...

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Rucruitment of Examiner of Accounts

Job Title: Examiner of AccountsApplications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts that exist in Kanungu District, Butogota, Kambuga and Kihihi Town Councils.Job Title: Examiner of AccountsNo. of vacancies: Four- District Headquarters, Butogota, KambugaJOB Ref No. : DSC/KAN/ADM/08/2010Salary scale: U5Duties• Auditing revenue collection and all monies due to the Local• Conducting manpower audits embracing all employees of Local Government.• Reviewing financial and accounting operation systems in all departmentsJob requirementQualifications• A level' Plus a Diploma in Finance and Accounting• Must have auditing and communication skills• Experience in auditing is an advantageHow to applyApplication forms - Public Service Form 3(PSF 3) Revised 2008...

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Community Development Officer Job Vacancy

Job Title: Community Development OfficerApplications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts that exist in Kanungu District, Butogota, Kambuga and Kihihi Town Councils.Kanungu District Local GovernmentCOMMUNITY BASED SERVICESJob Title: Community Development OfficerNo. of Vacancies: Six (6)Job Ref NO.: DSC/KAN/ADM/09/2010Salary scale: U4Duties• Initiating and planning far development programmes at the community level.• Supervising staff that are involved in uplifting the social and economic welfare of local communities• Organizing local communities to effectively participate in development initiativesJob requirementQualifications• An Honours degree in the Development Studies or any relevant Social sciences from a recognized University or Institution.•...

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Rucruitment of Assistant Community Development Officer

Job title: Assistant Community Development OfficerApplications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts that exist in Kanungu District, Butogota, Kambuga and Kihihi Town Councils.Kanungu District Local GovernmentJob title: Assistant Community Development OfficerNo. of Vacancies: Two (2)Job Ref No;DSC/KAN/ADM/13/2010Salary scale: U6Duties• Mobilizing communities in the District to participate in development programmes• Training communities on improving their social and economic status• Promoting creation and growth of functional groups for the improved welfare of the population.Job requirementQualifications:• Should have A’level Certificate plus Diploma in Social Development or Development studies or Development Studies or any other relevant field...

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Office Typist Job Vacancy

Job Title: Office TypistApplications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts that exist in Kanungu District, Butogota, Kambuga and Kihihi Town Councils.Kanungu District Local GovernmentURBAN COUNCILS (KAMBUGA AND BUTOGOTA TOWN COUNCIL)Job Title: Office TypistNo. of Vacancies: Two (2)Job Ref NO: DSC/KAN/TC/15/2010Salary scale: U7Job requirementQualifications• 0' level plus a UNEB certificate in secretarial studies• Must have typing skills and good public relations Duties• Filing documents so that they are easily accessed when needed• Typing all letters, documents and other information as instructed• Receiving visitors and redirecting them to Officers they want to seeHow to applyApplication forms - Public Service Form 3(PSF 3) Revised 2008 can be obtained...

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Rucruitment of a Stores assistant- New vacancy

Job Title: Stores assistantApplications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts that exist in Kanungu District, Butogota, Kambuga and Kihihi Town Councils.Kanungu District Local GovernmentURBAN COUNCILS (KAMBUGA AND BUTOGOTA TOWN COUNCIL)Job Title: Stores assistantNo. of Vacancies: TwoRef No: DSC/KAN/TC/16/2010Salary scale: U7Job requirementQualifications• '0' Level Certificate plus a Certificate in Stores or Logistics orSupplies Management from a recognized Institution, Duties• Assisting in making orders for supplies• Receiving and storing supplied items and equipments• Issuing supplies as directedHow to applyApplication forms - Public Service Form 3(PSF 3) Revised 2008 can be obtained from Secretaries of District Service Commissions and Public...

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Danish Refugee Council Jobs Vacancies- Empoyment Opportunity

Job Title: Senile Agriculture and Livelihood OfficersStation: West Nile.Report to: Program Manager, West Nile.Qualifications:• At least a bachelors’ degree in relevant field including agricultural/natural sciences, agro business, development studies and any other related field.• Minimums of 4 years work experience direct relevant to the duties of the position preferably with international NGOs.• Work experience with vulnerable groups and communities in rural setting with diverse cultures.• Good knowledge of the local context.• Ability to work with minimum supervision.• Excellent report writing, presentation and communication skills.• Very good knowledge for FFS methodology is and added advantage.Responsibilities:• Direct all DRC livelihood support to the targeted beneficiaries.•...

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Jobs Vacancies at Danish Refugee Council- Career Opportunities

Job Title: 2 Agriculture and Livelihood Officers (2 vacancies)Station: Imvepi Resettlement Camp and Nakivale Resettlement CampReport to: Senior Agriculture OfficerQualifications:• At least a Bachelors degree in relevant field including Agricultural/Natural Sciences, Agro-Business and any other related field.• Minimum of 2 years work experience exactly relevant to the duties of the position preferably with International NGOs.• Work experience with vulnerable groups an communities in rural setting with diverse cultures.• Good knowledge of the local context.• Ability to work with minimum supervision.• Very good knowledge of FFS Methodology is an added advantage.• Good knowledge of the local languages such as Swahili is an added advantage.• Valid riding permit for motorcycle...

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Danish Refugee Council Jobs- Logistics Officer

Job Title: Logistics OfficerStation: West Nile RegionReport to Program Manager West Nile Region an senior procurement/IT officer.Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in procurement/logistics/store management or its equivalent.• Minimum of 2 years working experience in a similar position.• Good computer skills.• Good management, writing, presentation, and communication skills.• Valid driving linces.• Experience working with a n international NGO is an added advantage.Responsibility:• Manage and control the logistical department.• Plan for weekly and monthly logistics and procurement for the operations of DRC.• Solicit, prepare and review of quotations and cost estimation of bulk procurements.• Responsible for maintaince. Stock balance and appearances of all stores.•...

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Rucruitment of Finance and Administration Officers (12 Vacancies) in ActionAid

Position: Finance and Administration Officer (12 Vacancies)Duty Station: Local Rights Program- Field OfficesRole Definition:To provide financial management support to staff and partners in the Dl and ensure compliance to the finance policy and administrative procedures in line with FPPM, the national laws and other related organizational policiesKey Results Areas: Prepare and submit monthly and timely financial reports in accordance with FPPM. Monitor the acquisition, use, safeguard and transfer of organizational assets from source to targeted beneficiaries as per organizational policies. Participate in the preparation and consolidation of Dl plans and budgets and monitor their implementation in accordance with organizational policies. Pre-audit partners and Dl transactions and...

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Recruitment of Medical director- Vacancy in Uganda

Job Title: Medical director-Masaka ClinicsReports to: National Medical DirectorJob Summary: Directly oversees all clinical and non-clinical services and departments, ensuring delivery of high quality standard of care for all patients. Collaborates with AHF Uganda Cares partners and other HIV/AIDS and health sector players. Provides clinical care to both pediatric and adult clients,Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Leadership and Management:• Is the senior manager of the center, AHF's advocate and oversees the day to day operations of the center• Provides leadership in analysis of reports, tests, examination and facilitation of referrals.• Attends or delegates staff to partnership meetings• Chairs the general dink, quality assurance , quality improvement and clinical team meetingsinitiative...

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Rucruitment of a Nurse- Vacancy in Uganda

Job Title: Nurse In-Charge-Masaka ClinicReports To: Program Nurse ManagerJob Summary; Oversees the nursing component of the health care center and directs relevant team members to ensure sin even workflow, quality nursing care and par­ticipates in employee evaluations. He/she also functions as a Health Center Nurse, providing comprehensive nursing services to individuals and families. Provides quality care to patients in an out-patient care setting Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Administrative responsibilities:• Planning for nurses, counselors, HIV Medics, ART Aides and support staff• Supervising and providing mentorship to staff• Ensures that all supervised staff adhere co professional code of conduct and ethics• Intercedes with difficult clients, resolves staff or client disputes,...

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