Jobs at East African Breweries Ltd in Kenya- Technical Operator

Job Title  :  Technical Operator
AutoReqId    33915BR
Function    Operations
Type of Job    Full Time - Exempt
Country    Uganda
External Job Description    Job Title: Technical Operator
Reports To: Shift Packaging Manager

Context/Scope:
A Packaging line consists of 9 process machines (Depalletiser, Palletiser, Unpacker, Packer, Washer, EBI, Filler, pasteurizer,labeler).
The role requires one (at any one moment) to operate any of the packaging line process machines as per manufacturer’s stated (standard) operating procedures to produce product that meets stated quality requirements as per the quality standards in a very safe manner, while ensuring high plant reliability, minimal process and component waste.
This is executed with the support of a full time Shift Packaging Manager, and competent asset care and quality teams.
Financial:
Ensure process and component wastes are below target; Execute duties under optimum cost.
Market Complexity:
The role involves working a twelve hour shift; Working night shifts; Coordinating operations up and downstream, logistics team and contracted supply chain team with its own set standards and KPIs.
UBL operates in a liberalized and competitive market.  The consumer is now more discerning, and demands both quality and value for money.
The company seeks to perform all its activities in ways that prevent environmental pollution and ensure the occupational health and safety of its employees, contractors, suppliers and visitors.
Leadership Responsibilities:
Where as one is expected to operate a single machine at a time, the performance of machines upstream and downstream is key to one’s own performance; this requires need to provide team work at all times. There is need to challenge the existing situation and proactively provide/suggest possible solutions.
Purpose of Role:
To efficiently operate a Packaging process machine to produce high quality EABL products/services to meet both local and international standards in a safe environment and at the lowest cost.
Accountabilities
(1) Operate any of the packaging line process machines as per manufacturer’s stated (standard) operating procedures with an OEE of 60%, to produce products that meet stated quality requirements as per the quality standards.
(2) Carry out scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to ensure targeted plant reliability of about 95%.
(3) Carry out basic quality checks through product testing, rectify anomalies and recommend for corrective action. This is aimed at achieving quality index of 98%.
(4) Ensure process and component wastes are below target (<1%).
(5) To consistently keep process records as required by the quality systems.
(6) Ensure safety requirements for self and those working around the machine are rigorously met. This is aimed at achieving zero harm/injury.
(7) Does on the job training to Interns/trainees and new recruits.
Qualifications and Experience Required:
Qualifications
Ordinary Diploma in electrical engineering discipline
Key Skills / Personal attributes
- Engineering skills (mechanical/electrical/instrumentation)
- Operational system support skills as defined in the Capability matrix.
- Continuous improvement.
- Time management.
- Team player
- Positive attitude
- Self driven with minimal supervision
- Keen to detail
- Change agent
Experience
-2 years in a FMCG environment
- Have worked on shift system 24hr [rotational.

How to Apply:
https://www.eabl.com/careers/life-at-eabl

Deadline: 14th Sept 2012

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Jobs at Child Fund International in Uganda- Technical Advisor

Job Title: Technical Advisor, Local Government Capacity Building

Child Fund International
The successful candidate will report to the Project Manager and will work with Local Government OVC response Structure in LG systems strengthening for effective planning, monitoring and reviewing, implementation of OVC response in the Project Districts in collaboration with the Local Government.

The incumbent will also support the Project Manager in the key roles of project management and ensure that capacity building component activities are delivered smoothly within the stipulated time frame, budget and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

    Provide technical support and lead on timely implementation of activities of the capacity building component.
    Work very closely and build capabilities of Local Government to effectively plan, manage and coordinate an integrated OVC response.
    Support Local Government and OVC service providers to effectively plan and mobilize resources for delivery of OVC services at all levels.
    Prepare program work plans, periodic reports according to donor and Child Fund requirements in a timely manner.
    Identify and coordinate capacity building strategies among the service providers for effective and efficient service delivery towards orphans and other vulnerable children.
    Organize and coordinate support supervision ensuring adherence to policy, laws, and quality standards for OVC services provisions.
    Promote community awareness on a range of existing OVC-related policies and program guidelines within each of the target districts.
    Support local systems and the capacity of district local governments to initiate and consolidate partnerships with civil society organizations at all levels to implement district OVC Plans;
    Collaborate with various stakeholders for strengthening the capacity of local governments and civil society to provide quality care to OVCs and their families and resulting into improved quality of life of OVC.
    Provide technical support capacity in lobbying and advocacy will result into widespread knowledge of government legislation, policies and available resources for OVC.

Qualifications and Other Abilities:

    Advanced degree in development studies, Social Science or it equivalent
    High level of interpersonal, influencing, organizational & management skills and effectively working with others
    Excellent communication skills.
    Knowledge on OVC policies, quality standard/tool and OVC programming, Local Government systems and operation Strong understanding of USAID “rules and regulations governing USG funded programs
    Ability to develop effective working relationships with USAID, government counterparts at all levels, local organizations, and other program partners.
    Relevant experience of working in LG system strengthening will be an added advantage

Experience:

    A minimum of five (5) years post qualification experience in a similar position in a child focused institution or Local Government capacity building
    Experience working on donor funded projects preferably on USAID funded projects
    Experience working on government systems strengthening is critical

How to Apply

For over seventy years, Child Fund International has provided support to deprived, excluded and vulnerable children to have the capacity to improve their lives and opportunities to become young adults, parent’s and-leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities. We promote societies whose individuals and institutions participate in valuing, protecting and advancing the worth and rights of children. Our core commitment is child-centered change that will ensure healthy and secure infants, educated and confident children, and youth who are skilled and engage meaningfully in the affairs and decision making processes within their communities. ChildFund Uganda seeks to recruit suitably qualified, self-driven and result-oriented candidates for the above positions;


How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements and are interested, please submit your Applications including detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional papers and names of 3 work related Referees with their Email/ daytime telephone contacts to:

The National Director
Child Fund International
P.O BOX 3342 KAMPALA
Email: hr@uganda.childfund.org
OR
Hand delivers to,
Child Fund National Office
Plot 71/72 Namirembe Road
P.O. Box 3341, Kampala
NOTE: While we appreciate every response to this advert, only short listed candidates will be contacted. Child Fund is an equal opportunity employer.

Deadline: 12th Sept 2012

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Jobs at International Union for Conservation of Nature in Uganda- Project Coordinator

Job Title: Project Coordinator, Mbale, Uganda
Closing Date: Friday, 14 September 2012

IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges. IUCN works on biodiversity, climate change, energy, human livelihoods and greening the world economy by supporting scientific research, managing field projects all over the world, and bringing governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best practice. IUCN is the world's oldest and largest global environmental organization, with more than 1,200 government and NGO members and almost 11,000 volunteer experts in some 160 countries. IUCN's work is supported by over 1,000 staff in 45 offices and hundreds of partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world.

One of the projects that IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) based in Nairobi is planning to implement (within its Water and Wetlands Programme) is a Resilience Framework to support Climate Change and Adaptation in the Mt Elgon Region of the Lake Victoria Basin. The Project will be implemented in collaboration with African Collaborative Centre for Earth System Science (ACCESS) and is funded by USAID. Its goal is to enhance coordination and adaptation action between stakeholders, using informed timely, accurate and comprehensive information to promote societal and ecological resilience to adverse climate impacts within the Mt Elgon Region, Lake Victoria Basin. The following are the specific project objectives: Improving scientific knowledge of Climate Change in Mt Elgon as water tower for Lake Victoria Basin; Demonstration of increased social and ecological resilience in hotspots of climate variability using adaption strategies including ecosystem based adaptation actions; Integrating evidence from adaptation approaches into policies across sectors; and Enhancing learning on climate change adaptation strategies at local and regional levels. IUCN-ESARO is therefore inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies:-

    Position: Project Coordinator
    Purpose: Provide technical, managerial and administrative support to the project.
    Location: Mbale, Uganda



How to apply:
Applicants are asked to submit their CV in English and a supporting letter of motivation along with the names and contact details of three referees, one of whom should be a recent employer by e-mail before 14th September, 2012 IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office Email: earohr@iucn.org

IUCN is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from qualified men and women.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED


Deadline:

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Internal Auditor Job at St Raphael of St Francis Hospital Nsambya in Uganda

Job Title: Internal Auditor

St. Raphael of St. Francis Hospital Nsambya

REPORTING TO: Head of Internal Audit

Job Purpose:

Under risk – based internal audit assignments and contribute to improvement of the Hospital’s risk management, control and governance processes

Key Result Areas:

    Prepare risk based audit plans
    Execute audits based on approved work programs and prepare working papers according to (the 11A Standards.)
    Prepare quality audit reports.
     Perform special investigations and consulting engagements.
     Achieve continuous professional development.

Experience and skills:

    A minimum of 3 years audit experience at least two of which should be in external audit practice.
    Excellent numerical and analytical skills
    Good communication and report writing skills
    Good interpersonal skills and personal management

Required qualifications:

1. A bachelor’s degree (second upper)

2. At least level 2 ACCA or CPA Certification.

Remuneration:

Attractive package awaits a successful candidate.


How to Apply
ST RAPHAEL OF ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL NSAMBYA is seeking to recruit a qualified, dynamic, and pro-active and self-motivated person with proven track record and integrity to fill the position of Internal Auditor.

Application accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials, applicant’s Daytime telephone contact, three competent referees one of whom MUST be from your current or previous employer should be delivered to:

The Human Resource Manager
St. Raphael of St. Francis Hospital Nsambya
P.O. Box 7146, Kampala

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 12th Sept 2012

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Jobs at Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd (UHMG)- Internal Auditor

Job Title: Senior Internal Auditor
Duty Station: UHMG Head Office-Kampala
Reports to: Chairman- Audit and Risk Management Board Committee

Essential Job Functions:
The Senior Internal Auditor will be specially responsible for the following tasks:
•    Provide assurance services on the three key areas of the organization, internal control, corporate governance, and risk management
•    Create an annual audit plan for the centre and its projects and assign audit resources
•    Oversee and review the work of any other auditors, summarizing reported findings and issues for the information of the management Team and Board of Director.
•    Follow UHMG Management principles by working with the board, line management,section supervisors and other staff
Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
•    A masters degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
•    Professional qualification (e.g ACCA, CPA, and CIMA) is mandatory
•    Post graduate diploma or degree in financial/audit management will be an added advantage

How to Apply:
send or deliver your CV, copies of certificates and cover letter indicating  position applied for on the left-hand side of the envelope to:
The Human Resources and Administration Manager,
Uganda Health Marketing Group Ltd (UHMG)
Plot 20-21
Martyrs Crescent Ntinda

Deadline: 14th Sept 2012

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Jobs at Nile Breweries Ltd in Uganda- Utilities Manager

Job Title: Utilities Manager

Requirements:

The ideal candidate should be able to:

    Manage Human Resources
    Manage plant, process and systems
    Manage financial performance
    Facilitate team problem solving and decision making



Personal Specifications

    Degree in mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute
    Minimum working experience of not less than 5 years in a similar environment
    Understands budget and budget controls



How to Apply:

Candidates that have relevant experience, know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position, should send their CV, which should include details of email addresses, present position, and address of 3 referees  plus telephone contacts

Human Resources Manager

Nile Breweries Ltd

P.O Box 762,

Jinja

Uganda



Deadline: 14th Sept 2012

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Lecturer Jobs at Victoria University in Uganda

Job Title: Lecturer (Full Time) in Accounting and Finance
 Job Ref No: JOB Ref No:VHR 018/2012
Reports to: Dean,Faculty of Business

Person Specification

• Must hold a minimum of a masters degree in relevant subject
• Must have at least 3 years of degree level teaching experience
• Must be proficient in using relevant computer packages
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the British academic model would be an added advantage

 How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of application and CV addressed to the human Resource Manager not later than 7th Sept 2012. Applications should be sent through to the email address recruitment@vu.ac.ug with the job reference indicated in the subject line.



Deadline: 7th Sept 2012

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Jobs at Victoria University in Uganda

Job Title: Senior Lecturer (Part Time) for MBA Programme
Reports to: Dean, Faculty of Business
Job Ref. No: VHR017/2012

The initial appointment will be for a minimum period of 12 weeks, teaching and examining the following modules
The Corporate Environment
Operations Management

Person Specification

• Must hold a PhD in a relevant discipline
• Must have at least 3 years teaching experience on an MBA programme
• Must be proficient in using relevant computer packages

How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of application and CV addressed to the human Resource Manager not later than 7th Sept 2012. Applications should be sent through to the email address recruitment@vu.ac.ug with the job reference indicated in the subject line.

Deadline: 7th Sept 2012

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Jobs at Reach Out Mbuya Parish HIV/AIDS Initiative in Uganda- Medical Services Director

Job Title: Director Medical  Services


Reach Out Mbuya Parish HIV/AIDS Initiative (ROM) is a PEPFAR/ CDC supported community- based NGO that was established in 2001 with the mission: “To curb the further spread of HIV infections by educating all residents of Mbuya Parish about HIV/AIDS, and to enable those who are already living with HIV/ AIDS to live a responsible, positive, and dignified life.” ROM delivers comprehensive services through four satellite clinics and multiple mobile outreaches and public-private partnerships within Kampala and Luwero. ROM seeks to recruit a dynamic, self-motivated well-qualified medical doctor to fill the position below. He/she will be responsible for a pool of more than 5000 clients and 70 staff in the medical directorate.

Job title: Director Medical  Services

Directorate: Medical

Directly Reports to: Executive Director

Main purpose of the job: Under the direction of the Board of Directors and Executive Director, the Director Medical services plans and directs all aspects of ROM’s medical policies and programs, ensuring that they are in compliance with national policies while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of patient care.

Key Result Areas:

• Efficient, effective and high quality medical services provided.

• Medical staff, budgets and procedures well managed.

• Strategic planning and coordination of medical programs effectively managed.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Provide planning and leadership to the medical directorate by ensuring that appropriate

structures, systems, competencies and values are developed.



2. Keep abreast of national trends in HIV prevalence and management and ensure that

ROM’s medical services remain in line with prevailing trends, and relevant to the targeted

population.



3. Provide leadership in the development and review of appropriate clinical protocols and

processes that support consistent quality services and appropriate referrals.

4. Develop, monitor and support compliance with continuous medical quality improvement

plans and peer review processes.



5. Provide leadership to Reach Out Kasaala ensuring quality integrated HIV/PHC service

delivery including its growth.



6. Ensure effective implementation and expansion of new upcoming initiatives and

programs including private-public partnerships and services to key populations in all the

sites/ centres.



7. Ensure that the interfaces between Medical and other departments are managed

optimally.



8. To develop a clear public relations strategy for the directorate, create and manage formal

and informal networks with key organizations and institutions within and abroad to expand

ROM’s networking and advocacy



9. Have responsibility for the financial management of the directorate including budget

planning, resource allocation and preparation of quarterly reports.

10. Collaborate with the Director Finance and Administration, the Executive Director and all

coordinators to ensure proper planning and implementation of all ROM development plans

through meetings, effective decision making, strategic planning and resource mobilization.



11. Motivate and develop staff within the directorate and enhance succession planning

through effective delegation and training.



12. Ensure effective communication throughout the directorate.



13. Coordinate the directorate’s work plans and reports with support of the Monitoring and

Evaluation Coordinator.



14. Assume other related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Academic Qualifications:



• Master’s degree in Medical-Sciences.



• Masters degree in Public health or Epidemiology is an added advantage

Minimum Work Experience: At least 5 years experience in a middle level or senior management position in a health related field.

Key Skills Required:

• Excellent management and organisational skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Excellent oral and written presentation skills

• Good computer skills

• Ability to work independently and with a team

• Leadership and Team building skills


How to Apply:
Interested persons should submit their applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae, a day-time telephone number(s), and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least two referees; as well as copies of professional certificates and testimonials to:

Human Resource Manager

Reach Out Mbuya Parish HIV/AIDS Initiative

P.O. Box 7303, Kampala,

Physical Address: Plot 1 Boazman Road, Mbuya 11(Next to Our Lady of Africa Church, Mbuya)

Deadline: Saturday,15th September 2012.

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