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Reporting Intern Job in Uganda

Job Title: Reporting Intern

Org: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development

Closing Date: Wednesday, 31 August 2011


Department: Program Development
Position: Reporting Intern Contract duration: 6 months Location: Kampala, Uganda Starting Date Sept 2011

I. Background on ACTED

is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. has a 100 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Kampala National Staff : 77 Areas : 2 (Northern Uganda, Karamoja) On-going programmes : 13 Budget : 2.9 M

has been active in Uganda since May of 2007, both in the northern region and Karamoja. In the North, supports the early recovery process with a specific focus on the needs of returning populations displaced by years of conflict. It also expands access, retention, equity and quality of primary education. In Karamoja, the focus is enhanced food security and resilience to disasters, especially droughts, as well as improving the primary education sector. In 2010, began laying the foundations for long term economic development by strengthening livelihoods, building community infrastructure, increasing access to markets, and focusing on disaster preparedness and drought early warning. In 2011, expands its disaster preparedness interventions, responds to early signs of a drought in North Pokot, consolidates DEWS, continues publishing timely and useful drought bulletins, pilots a SMS-based health reporting system in Karamoja, while continuing interventions focused on increasing market access, and capacity building of farmers and pastoralists to strengthen livelihoods. In addition to these long-term development activities, will maintain an emergency response capacity and will use its experienced and recognized expertise to advocate sustainable cross-border solutions in Karamoja and Pokot, as well as in Northern Uganda.

III. Position Profile

The Reporting Intern ensures the production of timely reports for the Reporting Manager as well as the Country Director. He/she assists the Reporting Manager and the Country Director in developing internal and external country communication strategies.

Under the supervision of the Reporting Manager, the reporting intern will:

Collect and synthesize data from the field, and draft reports in cooperation with project management, finance, monitoring and evaluation, and other field coordination departments
Assist the Reporting Manager in developing project proposals, addressing ad hoc donor requests or catalysing action on specific projects or components of projects
Liaise with external partners and represent in coordination and information meetings with NGOs, donors, and other humanitarian actors.

IV. Qualifications:
Postgraduate diploma in Journalism, International Relations or a relevant field
Previous related work experience, preferably in the humanitarian field w/knowledge of donor relations
Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English (French in a francophone post/Spanish in a Central American post)
Excellent writing and communication skills
Ability to work efficiently under pressure

V. Conditions:

Field Intern benefits include: a 300 USD per month living allowance, coverage of all accommodation, food, and travel costs, a luggage allowance of 50 kg., and the provision of medical, repatriation, and life insurance.

VI. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org Ref : RI/UGA/RW

Regional HR Officer Job in Uganda at Interchurch Organisation for Development Co-operation

Job Title: Regional HR Officer, Kampala, Uganda

Closing Date: Wednesday, 10 August 2011

ICCO is the Dutch Interchurch Organisation for Development Co-operation & Kerk in Actie is part of the Protestant Church in the Netherlands. ICCO & Kerk in Actie combine their knowledge, means and policies to work towards a world in which people live in dignity and prosperity, a world where poverty and injustice are no longer present. We give financial support and advice to local organizations and networks across the globe that are committed to improving access to basic social services, bringing about fair economic development and promoting peace and democracy. More information can be found on our website: www.icco.nl

Regional HR Officer The job objective is to support the regional management in establishing and maintaining well-functioning teams.

Tasks

Ensure proper implementation of ICCO policy and practice as laid out in the Terms of Employment.
Finalize HR manuals and develop the current Terms of Employment and adjust these to Eastern DRC and South-Sudan.
Identify recruitment agencies and supervise their recruitment processes.
Facilitate self-executed recruitment processes: set-up vacancy advertisements, liaise with HR Networks, newspapers/ recruitment websites, receive applications, assist in short-listing, organize interview rounds, liaise with authorities when needed.
Organize induction for new staff.
Provide support for non-national staff + families including housing, schooling for children, etc.
Maintain individual files per staff member
Organize bi-yearly salary surveys in the 3 countries.
Make sure performance reviews are followed up throughout the line management. If training is agreed, follow up training/ assist staff member finding appropriate training opportunities.
Support the three offices' office management/ administration to remain updated on labor law in the 3 countries, HR issues and to have professional relations with respective labor offices.

Qualifications and experience
Over 5 years HR experience in a NGO setting
Substantial regional experience
Relevant education for the job
Excellent language skills in English, and good command of French, or ability to learn the language fast

Contact:
To apply, please send CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees including copies of certificates to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked: "ICCO – Position name". E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.

While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

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

Jobs at Deloitte & Touche

Job Title: Tax Accountant

Key responsibilities:
• Manage taxes for a region or significant number of countries involving multiple business units or product lines.
• Provide significant support on tax audits and compliance review.
• Responsible for effective tax rate analysis as well as making recommendations to correct tax inefficiencies.
• Responsible for complex projects associated with the maintenance of tax records and the preparation of all of specifically assigned tax returns and related reports.
• May provide functional advice or training to less experienced tax accountants.


Job requirement

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• ACCA or ACA or CIMA Certification.
• Minimum of five (5) years tax experience, with experience in state, federal, and international tax issues.
• Basic supervisory skills/experience preferred.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and country-specific accounting principles is required.


How to apply


The ideal candidate for this position should have good tax knowledge and should be able to meet deadlines. S/he should have the ability to work well under pressure to provide accurate and timely results. If you believe that you are the right candidate for this position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please send your application, detailed curriculum vitae and copies of academic certificates quoting the reference number TAC/07/11 to reach us r before Saturday, 30th July 2011, addressed to:
The Executive Selection Division Deloitte & Touche
1st Floor, Rwenzori House
1 Lumumba Avenue P.O. Box 10314, Kampala
E-mail: app@deloitte.co.ug

Deloitte & Touche Jobs

Job Title: PSL ACCOUNTANT

Our client is one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the energy industry. With more than 60,000 employees in approximately 80 countries, the company serves the upstream oil and gas industry throughout the lifecycle of the reservoir - from locating hydrocarbons and managing geological data, to drilling and formation evaluation, well construction and completion, and optimizing production through the life of the field.
Our client is currently seeking to recruit a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position of PSL Accountant. The successful candidate will be based in Uganda but will be responsible for operations in other East and Southern Africa countries (Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique) after a training period in Congo, Pointe Noire.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating and supervising the maintenance of the general ledger and the resultant financial statements.
• Responsible for financial roll-up and accuracy of the annual business plan.
• Prepare and administer the section's budget and business plan and may assist in preparing and/or administering budgets and business plans for operating departments.
• May advise management on key financial issues and financial performance.
• Responsible for interpreting and applying company policy and accounting principles to financial transactions.
• Assist in the development of the Company's financial and accounting systems, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Recommend accounting-related process improvements.
• Perform complex account reconciliations and associated analysis. Understand organizational structure and core businesses of the Company.
• Prepare and post journal vouchers which may include consolidations and eliminations.
• Interact with other departments and business units to resolve financial related issues.
• Coordinate financial report preparation and analysis.


Job requirement

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• ACCA or ACA or CIMA Certification.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Accounting.
• Basic supervisory skills/experience preferred.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and country-specific accounting principles is required.


How to apply

The ideal candidate should have the ability to work well under pressure to provide accurate and timely results. If you believe that you are the right candidate for this position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please send your application, detailed curriculum vitae and copies of academic certificates quoting the reference number PAC/07/11 to reach us before Saturday, 30thjuly 2011, addressed to:
The Executive Selection Division
Deloitte & Touche
1st Floor, Rwenzori House
I Lumumba Avenue
P. O. Box 10314, Kampala
E-mail: app@deloitte.co.ug

Shell Uganda Jobs

Job Title: Convenience Retailing Category Manager



Reporting to the Marketing Team Leader, the Convenience Retailing Category Manager will be responsible for managing the Retail Con-venience Retailing (CR) business in Uganda and driving the growth and profitability objectives for this category in line with the strategy developed.

Key performance areas for the role:
• Develop and implement Category Business Plans for selected CR categories (Food, Communications, Tobacco, Soft Drinks, Chilled and Frozen foods. Confectionery and Salty Snacks) in line with CR objectives.
• Manage the selection, procurement and merchandising of products within these categories, specifically dealing with issues of pricing, ranging, merchandising, promotions, suppliers, space and distribution.
• Enhance the portfolio of suppliers in these categories to maximize value to customers, retailers and Shell. Manage the implementation of CR activities in the Retail network.
• Work closely with Territory Managers, Retailers and network team to develop the CR offering, ensure its consistency and maximise value to Shell, retailers and customers as well as address all the day-to-day issues and ensure profitability of CR business;
• Ensure that the shops are managed according to the agreed standards (manual, merchandising, agreements, etc) and within the agreed strategy. Ensure CR offering (Shop, Food, etc) is consistent and exceeds customers' expectation and in line with Shell standards;
• Provide coaching and training in conjunction with the Retail Trainer to Retailers, Quality Marshal Is and site staff on CR; Compile and serve as custodian for all CR-related performance data and results analysis (sales data by Shop & Category, Revenue by Supplier, Alliances etc);


Job requirement

Minimum requirements:
• University Business Graduate;
• Demonstrated 3-5 years working experience in FMCG marketing a pre-requlsite;
• Strong Analytical Skills;
• Good knowledge of business systems and sound ability to generate robust, timely reports requisite for decision-making;
• Strong team member having worked with sales support and cross functional teams with excellent communications skills;
• Demonstration of the following Core Values (Honesty, Integrity. Respect for People) and Behaviours (Leadership, Accountability, Teamwork).
• Strong team member with good communications skills, personal initiative and drive.


How to apply

If you are up to the challenge, and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your detailed resume with your cell phone contact via email to hrrecruit@sul.shell.com or to the following address, cleared marking the Job Reference on the envelope.
The Human Resource Manager,
Shell Uganda Limited,
Shell House
Plot 9/11, 7th Street Industrial Area
P. O. Box 7082 Kampala
Deadline for application is 28 July 2011.

Jobs at Shell Uganda- Career

Job Title: Field Based Account Manager:


Reporting to the Business-2-Business Sales Manager, The Field based Account Managers' core objective Is to maintain, develop and grow existing customers through increased volume and margins whilst building strong relationships.
They will be challenged to profitably manage fuels, and lubricants business in the Power, Government and Agriculture sectors with a special focus on Platinum and Gold customers.


Key performance areas for the role:
• Achieve targets on sales volumes and Margin within the defined customer base for all products, hence commercial contribution at C5 level whilst managing direct costs, working capital in line with the T&R.
• To develop and maintain Account plans for all Gold and Platinum accounts with clear targets and objectives that will allow Shell to monitor performance against plan.
• Develop and maintain long term relationships with key accounts.
• To increase profitalability of Commercial business whilst meeting the challenges of a highly competitive environment.
• To manage commercial debtors to within agreed Key performance levels. Identify and pursue ad opportunities to grow trade and Cross sell at all levels.


Job requirement

Minimum requirements:
• Minimum University Degree in Marketing, Engineering, Economics, Statistics or any related field.
• Good understanding of marketing and ability to translate plans into action.
• Sales experience with bottom-line accountability and results delivery.
• Strong selling and proven competence in negotiation.
• Motivated and high standard of personal presentation.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal


How to apply

If you are up to the challenge, and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your detailed resume with your cell phone contact via email to hrrecruit@sul.shell.com or to the following address, cleared marking the Job Reference on the envelope.
The Human Resource Manager,
Shell Uganda Limited,
Shell House
Plot 9/11, 7th Street Industrial Area
P. O. Box 7082 Kampala
Deadline for application is 28 July 2011.

Jobs at Shell Uganda- Depot Technician

Job Title: Depot Technician (2 Positions)

Job Ref HR/B2B/2207/003
• To ensure that the fuels Plant is maintained and operating efficiently at all times.
• Bring to the notice of management any anomaly that can impact on the efficient running of the Plant and subsequently affecting business.
Key performance areas for the role:
• Maintain all depot equipment to keep them in proper working condition at all times.
• Demonstrate management of cost effective maintenance.
• Provide regular technical guidance to workshop contracted workers.
• Liaise with Plant engineer in procuring plant spares.
• Ensure proper keeping of depot maintenance records.


Job requirement

Minimum requirements:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University with at least 3 years experience in a supervisory role in maintenance.
• Previous experience in a fuel depot will be an added advantage.


How to apply

If you are up to the challenge, and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your detailed resume with your cell phone contact via email to hrrecruit@sul.shell.com or to the following address, cleared marking the Job Reference on the envelope.
The Human Resource Manager,
Shell Uganda Limited,
Shell House
Plot 9/11, 7th Street Industrial Area
P. O. Box 7082 Kampala
Deadline for application is 28 July 2011.

IT Jobs at Compuscan CRB in Uganda

Job Title: Junior Systems Administrator

Compuscan CRB is an international credit bureau organisation providing credit risk services to the financial sector in Uganda under license by Bank of Uganda. New career opportunities have come available for experienced and skilled technical staff as we grow our presence in East Africa.

Job Title: Junior Systems Administrator

The candidate will be responsible for managing the internal networks, Linux and Windows servers, switches, routers as well as desktop environments. Only candidates with successful applications will be contacted


Job requirement

• Minimum education must be MCSE
• Extreme attention to detail
• Proven ability to work under pressure
• Proven ability to work in a team
• Proven ability to work without assistance
• Minimum 5 years experience managing Linux servers.
• Minimum 5 years experience managing Windows servers
• Strong Linux skills
• Proven network management skills
• Proven Client Liaison Skills
• Basic Programming skills will be beneficial. (Perl, Python etc.)
• Must speak, write and read English 100%
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Deadline, time and priority management skills
• Strong problem solving abilities
• Learning oriented
• Responsible and Accountable
• Samba knowledge will be advantageous.


How to apply

Your application must only have the following items attached to it:
1. Short concise curriculum vitae (No more than 3 pages)
2. Short concise education history (No more than 1 page) Applications must be emailed to careers@compuscan.co.ug and the subject line must be JSA003 only. Please note that applicants will be tested against the metrics provided. Only applicants with the listed abilities need apply.

Compuscan CRB Jobs

Job Title: Business Intelligence Developer

Compuscan CRB is an international credit bureau organisation providing credit risk services to the financial sector in Uganda under license by Bank of Uganda. New career opportunities have come available for experienced and skilled technical staff as we grow our presence in East Africa.

Job Title: Business Intelligence Developer

The candidate will be responsible for programming solutions using Python and SQL


Job requirement

• Minimum education must be an Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years experience in Data Processing /
• Development environment (proven Python skills will be advantageous)
• Proven ability to learn new programming languages
• Proven report writing and design skills
• Proven SQL skills (PostgreSQL and/or Oracle will be advantageous. Minimum 3 years dedicated experience)
• Proven ability to work under pressure without assistance
• Deadline, time and priority management skills
• Extreme attention to detail
• Proven ability to work in a team
• Proven Client Liaison Skills (Will need to translate the clients requirements into a technical solution)
• Understanding of the Credit Industry will be advantageous
• Must speak, write and read English 100%
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong problem solving abilities
• Learning oriented
• Proven skills on Linux will be advantageous
• Responsible and Accountable


How to apply

Only candidates with successful applications will be contacted. Your application must only have the following items attached to it:
1. Short concise curriculum vitae (No more than 3 pages)
2. Short concise education history (No more than 1 page) Applications must be emailed to careers@compuscan.co.ug and the subject line must be BID004 only. Please note that applicants will be tested against the metrics provided. Only applicants with the listed abilities need apply. Compuscan is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive packages with standard employee benefits. All shortlisted candidates may be tested and asked to provide proof of current employment through previous salary advices. Successfully appointed candidates will be required to complete a probation period of four months after which full time employment will be confirmed.
All applications close on 31 July 2011, at 17:00.

Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU) Jobs

Job Title: Project Officer

Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU), formerly the Family Planning Association of Uganda (FPAU), is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), the world's largest sexual and reproductive health body. It is a not-for-profit and non-discriminatory Non-Governmental Organization (NGO).

RHU requires qualified person to fill the following position for a period ending December 2012


Duty station: RHU – Hoima
Reports to: Service Provider In-Charge
Job Purpose: To coordinate and implement, analyze and document Male Involvement activities in Reproductive Health so as to draw out learning experiences and practices for dissemination to different stake holders
Core Responsibilities
1. Coordinate and monitor project activities implementation to ensure attainment of planned results and desired

1. learning processes
2. Develop and maintain networks with Project partners, local district authorities, communities and other significant stakeholders
3. Develop or conceptualize new ideas for improving male involvement and pilot them in a systematic way
4. Where required, coordinate training in male involvement for the Association and other stake holders
5. Help implemented to develop technical knowledge and understanding on issues of male involvement and gender
6. Identify and develop case studies, success stories, and lessons learnt
7. Share relevant information with key targets to influence policy and change practice
8. Disseminate information gathered from monitoring, documentation and operations research
9. Perform any other professional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Experience, Skills and Abilities Required
• At least three years proven experience in project planning and management
• Knowledge and experience in gender programming in Reproductive Health, with a bias towards male involvement is a must,
• Analytical skills to evaluate male involvement interventions aimed at better decision making and improved programming
• Ability to network with the media and other stakeholders
• Ability to speak and write effectively and compellingly
• Skill in documenting information and packaging it for wider sharing
• Skills in training


Job requirement

Minimum Qualification
A degree in Social Work and Social Administration
Additional training

Degree/Certificate in Gender, Advocacy and TOT will be an added advantage


How to apply

How to apply
Submit by post or hand-deliver an application letter and attach certified copies of academic transcripts, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other relevant certificates plus contact addresses (e-mail) of 3 referees including day time telephone numbers to:
The Executive Director, Reproductive Health Uganda, P.O. Box 10746 KAMPALA
Or hand-deliver at: RHU Head Office, Plot 2, Katego Road, Kamwokya (Opposite Uganda Museum)
Closing Date: 25th July 2011. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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