Office Assistant Job at EMPOWAD Ltd in Uganda

Job Title: Office Assistant
Reports to: Administrative Assistant

Job Purpose:
To support the Finance and Administrative function in all duties, and any other duties as and when instructed by the supervisor

Main Accountabilities:
• Deliver in coming mail and send outgoing mail to destinations as per instructions from the supervisor
• Distribute internal correspondences and make other adhoc deliveries within the office
• Carry out routine office support services such as photocopying, filing, etc as per instructions given.
• Assist in arranging and setting up meeting venues

Qualifications:
Advanced Level Certificate of Education

Experience:
1 year’s relevant experience in a reputable organization

Skills and Abilities:
• Interpersonal Skills
• Good command of the English Language
• Communication Skills
• Decision making and problem solving skills

How to Apply:
Your Application must include a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements outlined above and your detailed CV
Interested applicants should apply by Tuesday, 11th October 2011 by 5: pm to the,
The Managing Consultant,
EMPOWAD Ltd,
P.O. Box 2260, Kampala Uganda.

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Cashier Job in Uganda at EMPOWAD Ltd

Job Title: Cashier
Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager

Job Purpose:
To effectively and efficiently handle company funds as per approved company and international financial guidelines
Main Accountabilities:
• Receive cheques and cash from the customers and any other approved company and international financial guidelines.

Main Accountabilities:
• Receive cheques and cash from the customers and any other approved sources.
• Deposit all revenue collected into the company bank account on a daily basis
• Reconcile cash advances to staff with accountabilities and post the petty Cash book daily
• Work as the bank agent for all transactions in the bank

Qualifications:
A Diploma in Business Studies or Accountancy with an experience of 2 years in a similar position with a reputable organization

Skills and Knowledge:
• Numerical skills
• Analytical skills with an eye for details
• Customer Care Skills
• Good computer skills

How to Apply:
Your Application must include a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements outlined above and your detailed CV
Interested applicants should apply by Tuesday, 11th October 2011 by 5: pm to the,
The Managing Consultant,
EMPOWAD Ltd,
P.O. Box 2260, Kampala Uganda.

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Accounts Assistant Job in Uganda at EMPOWAD Ltd

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager
Job Purpose:
Assist in the preparation of Accounts and books of accounts that enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of financial management of the company

Main Accountabilities:
• Prepare monthly books of accounts, vouchers, bank reconciliations, payroll and weekly cash flow statements
• Prepare quarterly financial reports in line with financial guidelines
• Classify and assign budget codes, calculate & compile estimates and projected budget requirements and assist in budget preparation & revision
• Assist in the preparation of annual work plan and budget

Qualifications:
A Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance or the equivalent from a recognized institution
OR
Full professional Accountancy qualifications e.g. ACCA, CPA etc

Experience:
3 years relevant experience in a busy professional environment.

Skills and Abilities:
• Good Knowledge of principles and practices of accounts and financial management
• Proficiency in computer applications more especially computerized Accounting Systems.

How to Apply:
Your Application must include a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements outlined above and your detailed CV
Interested applicants should apply by Tuesday, 11th October 2011 by 5: pm to the,
The Managing Consultant,
EMPOWAD Ltd,
P.O. Box 2260, Kampala Uganda.

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Administration Assistant Vacancy in Uganda at EMPOWAD Ltd

Job Title: Administration Assistant
Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager

Job Purpose:
To provide administrative support and customer care to both the internal and external customers and promote the company image to the public.

Main Accountabilities:
• Develop and maintain an efficient and effective office management system
• Liaise with the Accounts Assistant to ensure timely provision of office supplies such as equipment, stationary and other logistical items.
• Liaise with utility service providers to ensure service continuity and notify the Finance & Administration Manager in case of need for intervation

Qualifications:
A Bachelors Degree in Secretarial Studies or Business Administration

Experience:
3 year’s relevant experience in a busy professional environment

Knowledge and Skills:
The Suitable candidate should be incredibly detail-oriented, with exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. He/ she must be skilled at multitasking with a high level of computer knowledge and skills

How to Apply:
Your Application must include a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements outlined above and your detailed CV
Interested applicants should apply by Tuesday, 11th October 2011 by 5: pm to the,
The Managing Consultant,
EMPOWAD Ltd,
P.O. Box 2260, Kampala Uganda.

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Finance and Administration Manager Job in Uganda at EMPOWAD Ltd

Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager
( REF: EMP/001/11)
Reports to: Managing Director

Job Purpose:
To develop and implement Financial and Human Resource / Administrative policies based on the overall company objectives, goals and ensure compliance with all the relevant regulations

Main Accountabilities:
• Develop, monitor and control the company’s Annual Operating Budget (AOB), to ensure that all financial targets are met and the financial statutory obligations are complied with
• Maintain reliable and accurate accounting records which are in line with the international financial reporting standards, the Company’s Act and the internal Accounting Policies for the company
• Develop and implement an internal audit programme to ensure that the company complies with financial procedures and regulations.

Qualifications:
• A Bachelors Degree in Finance and/ or Accounts, Business Administration or the equivalent with Qualifications of ACCA, CPA, ICSA and a postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.

Experience:
5 Years relevant practical experience in a very competitive business environment at senior management level.

Attributes:
Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards, business dynamics know-how, National and international labor laws, Excellent computer Skills with proficiency in accounting software.

How to Apply:
Your Application must include a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements outlined above and your detailed CV
Interested applicants should apply by Tuesday, 11th October 2011 by 5: pm to the,
The Managing Consultant,
EMPOWAD Ltd,
P.O. Box 2260, Kampala Uganda.

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Citizen Voice Action Facilitator Vacancy in uganda at World Vision

Job Title: Citizen Voice Action Facilitator
Reports to: Project Manager

Purpose of the Position:
To implement the activities of the Social Accountability project in Kiboga and Kyankwanzi districts and ensure the timely delivery of project activities leading to the expected outputs and outcomes

Key Result Areas:

• Implement project activities in line with the project design documents
• Design weekly work plan and discuss with line manager.
• Build the capacities of staff and other stakeholders in the community.
• Establish and support networks at sub-county and district levels and collect most significant change stories, community gathering action plans among other M&E information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelors Degree in a development related field.
• Knowledge in advocacy, of CVA methodology is an added advantage
• Strong facilitation and communication skills

How to Apply:
Qualified Candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae via email to wvujobs@wvi.org. Kindly indicate the post title in the subject line when applying email.

Deadline: Friday 7th October 2011

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Child Protection Facilitator Vacancy at World Vision-Uganda

Job Title: Child Protection Facilitator
Reports to: Project Manager

Purpose of the Position:
To implement the activities of the child protection project in Kiboga and Kyankwanzi Districts in collaboration with the community-based formal and informal Child Protection structures.

Key Result Areas:

• Implement project activities in line with project design documents.
• Design weekly work plan and discuss with line manager
• Build the capacities of staff and other stakeholders in the community.
• Establish and support networks at sub-county and district levels
• Enter data into the project database and produce monthly project reports.

Knowledge, skills and Abilities:

• Must have a university degree in development, law, social sciences, policy science and / or a related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have proven advocacy experience
• Strong understanding of child protection issues in Uganda and the national legal framework

How to Apply:
Qualified Candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae via email to wvujobs@wvi.org. Kindly indicate the post title in the subject line when applying email.

Deadline: Friday 7th October 2011

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Hygiene and Sanitation Officer Job at World Vision

Job Title: Hygiene and Sanitation Officer
Reports to: Regional Coordinator WASH

Purpose of the Position:
To give technical support and capacity building to the sanitation and hygiene issues in the region and to network the sector with various stakeholders to achieve the World Vision's project objectives.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop hygiene awareness training and roll out plan and ensure that it is implemented
• Work with the respective teachers of every targeted school in carrying out hygiene activities in the schools and the community
• Cultivate linkage with the relevant institutions and programs ( Ministry of Health, District Health service, District Education Office

Experience, Qualification and Skills:

• A degree in Public Health from a recognized University
  
• Experience in implementing health, WASH related activities of not less than 2 years, preferably within an NGO
• Very strong facilitation and communication skills

How to Apply:
Qualified Candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae via email to wvujobs@wvi.org. Kindly indicate the post title in the subject line when applying email.

Deadline: Friday 7th October 2011

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Project Officer Vacancy in Uganda at World Vision-Uganda

Job Title: Project Officer
Reports to: Project Manager
Location: Kotido

Role of the Position:
To implement all project activities in the designated area and promote appreciation of the importance of education amongst Kotido population, and improve adoptability of education to pastoralist lifestyle, in line with Government of Uganda (GoU) and wVU/ donor guidelines

Key Result Areas:
• Mobilization of the target community groups/ beneficiaries for participation under the different activities
• Monitor the achievements against the indicators log frame
• Conduct most of the trainings to be implemented during the project
• Coordinate sensitization campaigns on the value of education among the target community, and represent world Vision at the stakeholder meetings in the district.

Knowledge, skills and Abilities:
• Degree in education, Social Work & Social Administration, development, management or related field
• 2 years or more experience of relief and development work. Previous experience with implementing education projects among pastoralist communities is an added advantage
• Experience of assessment, planning and implementation of development and emergency projects.

How to Apply:
Qualified Candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae via email to wvujobs@wvi.org. Kindly indicate the post title in the subject line when applying email.

Deadline: Friday 7th October 2011

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Regional Coordinator Job in Uganda at World Vision - Uganda

Job Title: Regional Coordinator
Reports to: Programme Manager-Spear Hoima
Project: Supporting Public Sector workplaces to expand Action & Responses to HIV/Aids

Role of the position:
To provide technical and managerial oversight for the SPEAR project in an assigned cluster of districts and ensure timely implementation and reporting of project activities.

Key Result Areas
• provide program technical support, supervision, guidance, motivation to ensure effective performance and retention of project volunteers
• Develop networks with other service providers, both public and private, to assure functional referrals for increasing access to prevention, care, treatment and wrap-around services for target workers and their families
• Identify, appraise, negotiate and recommend district/ regional based service providers to be sub-granted or sub-contracted to implement specific components of the program.

Knowledge, Skills and abilities:
• University degree in management, development, or related field.
• Requires at least 2 years work experience
• Experience in project design, management, monitoring and evaluation.
• Excellent proposal and report writing.

How to Apply:
Qualified Candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae via email to wvujobs@wvi.org. Kindly indicate the post title in the subject line when applying email.

Deadline: Friday 7th October 2011

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