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Jobs at Kenya Airways in Uganda- Technician

2:43 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Approved Technician – Entebbe
Kenya Airways , Uganda

Department: Technical

Grade: H9

Role Description

Carry out inspection, repair and replacement tasks on aircraft and aircraft systems and perform certification within his/her single scope of approval in accordance with KCAA regulations and the company procedures at optimized cost for the business whilst upholding high safety standards to maintain schedule integrity

Detailed Description

    Assess defects on aircraft, troubleshoot, rectify and Certify within the single scope approval for timely release of aircraft to maintain schedule integrity
    Carry out scheduled maintenance checks and certify within the scope approval for safe and timely release of aircraft within planned downtime for continued airworthiness.
    Identify and requisition of the required parts
    Report incidents / accident occurrences as per company procedures.
    Ensure that maintenance tasks carried out within the scope approval are recorded accurately & signed for in order to maintain correct & up to date aircraft history /data.
    Adhere to the company safety, health and environmental policy.

Requirement:

    Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline and an approved Apprenticeship program or
    Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline and at least three years (3)working experience in aircraft maintenance

    Either single LWTR plus approval on at least one aircraft type or a transit approval on at least two a/c types
    At least two years (2) working experience as a technician
    In-depth knowledge on aircraft systems
    Proficiency in computer applications
    Knowledgeable on KCAA regulations and Kenya airways procedures

Behavioral Competencies

    Strong team player
    Work under time pressure to maintain flight schedules
    Have proven integrity, transparency and accountability
    Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising quality
    Ability to work independently in hostile environment
    Strong interpersonal communication skills
    Safety conscious
    Analytical

How to apply:

Closing date is 20th August 2012

All Applications should be sent to The Country Manager, Kenya Airways P. O. Box 6969 KAMPALA

Deadline: 20th Aug 2012

2:35 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Office Assistant/Messenger
Reports to: Human Resource and Administration Officer
Function : Responsible for facilitating effective operations of the Offices

The National Agricultural Advisory Services NAADS was established through an act of Parliament 2001 of which three organs ; the Secretariat , the Board and the Farmers Forum were established.

Key outputs /Duties;
•    Oversee cleaning office premises and   ensuring that the offices are properly   locked
•    Collecting and delivering office items , documents , mails and parcels as instructed
•    Photocopying and binding documents as instructed
•    Undertaking any other errands outside the office as instructed by the supervisor.

Qualifications and experience ;
•    Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education UACE with at least two Principal passes
•    Possession of a valid driving permit for a Motor –cycle
•    Minimum of two years working experience in the use of heavy duty photocopying and binding machines   preferably in a busy private or public institution
•    Knowledge in Computer is an added advantage

How to Apply

The applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae , recent passport size photograph , names and addresses of two referees and the applicants day time telephone contact should be submitted to the address below;
The Executive Director
NAADS secretariat
Plot 5 Kyadondo Road
Legacy Towers, Block B , Nakasero
P O Box 25235, Kampala-Uganda

Deadline; 24th August 2012

2:31 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Drivers
Reports to: Logistics Officer

Major Responsibilities:

Drive world vision vehicles, trucks/ authorized passengers to specified destinations as approved by the supervisor in line with the world vision vehicle use and management policy
Deliver packages, goods and mails and any other information to specified people, places and offices in line with world vision policy

Knowledge and Skills

At least ordinary level Certificate with at least 2 principle passes
Experience in driving, with clean driving record of not less than 3 years, preferably with an NGO in Northern Uganda
Ability to maintain perfomance expectations in diverse cultural contexts,and physical hardship conditions with limited resources

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates may submit their application and complete Curriculum Vitae, via email to wvujobs@wvi.org or hand deliver their applications to our field operation offices in Kotido , Kaabong or Abim. Kindly indicate the post title in the subject line when applying .

Deadline; 21st August 2012

2:15 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Data Entry Clerk
Reports to: Post Distribution Monitoring & Accountability Monitor
Duty Station: Kotido, Kaabong and Abim

Major Responsibilities:

Carry out data collection using tools prescribed under the different M&E/ HA methods including; surveys, focus-group discussions, individual interviews
Perform data processing, entry and assist in both quantitative and qualitative analysis
Maintain all records and reports relevant to the project and provide assistance to the M&E/HA Officer

Knowledge and Skills:

University degree in any development discipline
Minimum of one year of field experience in research, management, monitoring and evaluation of community based projects
Any experience in research or data management is also an added advantage

2:02 AM

Harriet

Job Title:
Opportunities for Trade, Finance and Agricultural Specialists, East Africa
Closing Date: Monday, 31 December 2012

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is calling for CVs for the following positions in anticipation of a U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) trade expansion /hub program in East Africa.

    SENIOR CUSTOMS AND TRADE FACILITATION (CTF) ADVISOR
    SENIOR PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP (PPP)/FINANCE ADVISOR
    SENIOR AGRICULTURAL SPECIALIST

    Our Business

    Crown Agents is an international development company with offices in more than 30 countries, employing over 600 personnel worldwide. Crown Agents provides direct assistance, management consulting , and human and institutional development for public and private sector clients, particularly in customs and trade facilitation , public financial management, procurement, logistics, and health systems strengthening. Crown Agents currently operates in more than 85 countries on projects with an annual value of more than $181 million.

    Crown Agents USA (CA-USA), the U.S. incorporated subsidiary of Crown Agents, provides direct technical assistance, capacity development , and procurement services to stimulate economic growth , establish good governance, and improve health outcomes across the developing world. Since its incorporation in the United States in 1998, CA-USA has provided technical assistance services and support to U.S. Government agencies and international organizations such as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), and the Gates Foundation.

    Project Background

    The anticipated project will increase trade in key agricultural value chains through providing capacity building assistance to farmers and firms. The strategic approach will be aligned with USAID's regional trade goals in conjunction with Feed the Future programmatic strategies for East Africa. The project aims to support trade competitiveness and create jobs through value-added exports.

    Qualifications
    Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, law, finance, public administration or related field required; Advanced degree preferred.
    Prior international work experience required, along with a strong knowledge of USAID or similar donor-funded projects focused on trade reform and/or one of the above focus areas listed above.
    Demonstrated expertise in trade policy , trade facilitation , trade promotion, customs, and/or institutional development.
    Knowledge of regional and international trade agreements desired.
    Fluency in written and spoken English required; Bilingual language capabilities (French) highly desirable.
    Relevant work experience in the East Africa region required.

How to apply:

Application Process To apply to this position, please email your CV to careers@crownagents.com. Include your name, along with the title of the position you are applying for, in the subject line. Visit our website at www.crownagentsusa.com for more information about our company. No phone calls, faxes or walk-ins please. Crown Agents USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Crown Agents USA will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with qualified disabilities in accordance with the ADA and local labor law as applicable. If you require a reasonable accommodation for our application process, please contact our Recruiting department at ADArequests@crownagents.com. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis only.

Deadline: 31st Dec 2012

1:56 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Field Monitors
Reports to: Commodity Officer
Duty Station: Kotido, Kaabong and Abim

Major Responsibilities:

Community mobilization and coordination of food distribution activities at the FDPs in liaison with the food Management Committee and local leaders
Conduct registration and verification of identified beneficiaries using last Mile Mobile Solution

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences or Development Studies
Knowledge of operation of LMMS and other similar software system

1:45 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Warehouse Tally Clerks
Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor

Duty Station: Kotido, Kaabong and Soroti

Major Responsibilities:

Ensure that all commodities arriving at the warehouse and leaving the warehouse are properly accounted for
supervise the offloading staff during the process of offloading commodities and make sure that it is properly undertaken
Report any shortages, damages, or excess to the warehouse supervisor and reflect such differences in all copies of delivery documents

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must have minimum qualification of Diploma
Knowledge of warehousing, transport, shipping and freight forwarding

1:26 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor
Reports to: Logistics Officer
Duty Station: Kotido, Kaabong and Soroti

Major Responsibilities:

Ensure that all commodities arriving at the warehouse and leaving the warehouse are properly accounted for
Supervise loading and off loading of the commodities
maintain good warehousing standards
Keep daily records of warehouse movement

Knowledge and Skills:

Bachelor Degree in social sciences or any other related field
knowledge of warehousing, transport, shipping and freight forwarding.
three years experience preferably with a busy NGO or UN agency
Knowledge of USAID regulations pertaining to relief food commodities tracking accounting and reporting

1:15 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Community Tracking System (CTS) Assistant
Reports to: CTS Officer
Duty Station: Kotido and Kaboong

Purpose of the Position:
Responsible for the day to day operations of the community Tracking System data entry, reporting and maintaining of accurate commodity accounting records of all food commodities movement in compliance with FPMG and donor guidelines

Major Responsibilities:

Ensure that all documentation and records pertaining to commodity movement, distribution and losses is updated dailly
Maintain clear and complete paper trail for all the commodity transactions from the port to world vision main ware houses and finally to end users
Maintain clear accounting and documentation process for each shipment

Knowledge and Skills:

Bachelors Degree in Computer Sciences, Accounting or Statistics
Knowledge of warehousing, transport, shipping and fright forwarding
Knowledge of USAID regulations pertaining to relief food commodities tracking accounting and reporting

12:54 AM

Harriet

Job Title: Motor pool Clerk; FP-9 FSN-5
Vacancy Announcement

U. S. Mission, Uganda

Vacancy Announcment

Number: 049/2012          Date: 08/16/2012

OPEN TO:                        All Qualified Candidates

POSITION:                      Motor pool Clerk; FP-9 FSN 5
OPENING DATE: August 16, 2012
CLOSING DATE: August 30, 2012
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 American Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Motor pool Clerk in the Motor pool Office/ General Services Section."
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Provides clerical support to the motor-pool, including maintaining records of expendable supplies including parts on hand, parts used for each vehicle and provides costs accounting for these parts and supplies. Sub-Cashier for General Services Office.
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education required: Completion of secondary school (both ‘O and A’) is required.
2. Work Experience: Two years of clerical experience in an organization with a big fleet of motor vehicles is required.
3. Language Requirement: Level II English ability (good working knowledge of written, spoken and reading) is required.
4. Knowledge: Must have knowledge of general clerical procedures and familiarity with vehicle and mechanical terminology is required.
5. Skills and Abilities: Familiarity with MS Office Suite and ability to process and maintain reports is required.
SELECTION PROCESS
When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and visa status in determining successful candidacy.

2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.

3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.

4.   Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their appointment.

5.   Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174).

2. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicants work experience attached as a separate sheet;

3. A current resume or curriculum vitae.

4. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.

5. Any other documentation (e.g. essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov.
ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone: 0414-259-791/5

Deadline: 30th Aug 2012

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