Jobs at Mbarara University of Science and Technology in Uganda- Grants Officer

Job Title: Grants Officer
The person must be a highly responsible professional to work within the office of MEPI-MESAU program at the Faculty of Medicine Mbarara University of science and Technology

Location: faculty of Medicine, Mbarara University of Science and Technology
Project: MESAU-MUST

Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Identifies funding sources and analyzes the specific research areas and interests of faculty members
•    Provides information regarding external funding opportunities
•    Advises faculty regarding grantmanship and budgets

Education and Experience:
Completion of a Bachelors Degree, Masters preferred, with at least one years experience in the area of grant /contract negotiations, preferably in the central research administration, in an educational institution or any equivalent combination of training and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•    Extensive knowledge of the methods, procedures and techniques used in grant preparation, coordination and implementation
•    Considerable knowledge of institutional policies and procedures pertaining to external funding

How to Apply:
Interested candidates may submit hand written applications with the following details
Curriculum Vitae in Ms word doc format
Attach a recent photo
Three letters of reference
Photocopies of academic transcripts, certificates, and other relevant documents
Submit your application to the; Human Resource Manager MUST Grants Office

Deadline: 25th June 2012