Jobs at Uganda Health Marketing Group in Uganda-

Job Title: Director Community Linkages & Demand Generation- 1 post
Duty Station: UHMG Office, Mbarara
Supervisors: Managing Director- UHMG
                   Technical Director

Essential Job Functions:
The director community linkages and Demand Generation will be specially responsible for the following tasks

• Lead in the establishment of a referral network model that facilitates linkages between different service delivery points to create an orchestra of interlinked health care service delivery in the 9 targeted project districts
• Ensure that available HIV and TB services in the nine project districts are mapped to support networking and referral  for the prospective users
• Ensure documentation of best practices that relates to community linkages, networking and demand creation under the project

Minimum Requirements:

• a Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or health related discipline with a Masters Degree in Project Management, Business Management and Planning.
• At least 5 years working experience in public health communication 
• Should be flexible, innovative, with report writing, communication, presentation and team work skills
• Computer literacy with knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

How to Apply:
Send or deliver your CV, copies of certificates and cover letter clearly indicating position applied for on the 'top left-hand side of the envelope' to:

The Human Resources & Administration Manager,
uganda Health Marketin Group, Ltd
Plot 20-21, 27-28,  Martyrs Crescent, Ntinda
P.O Box 4553, Kampala
Deadline: 1st Oct 2012

 

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Jobs at Rwenzori Bottling Company in Uganda- Fleet Controller

Job Title: Fleet Controller
Purpose of Position:

The Fleet Controller is responsible for the overall management of the efficiency of the primary distribution fleet in terms of vehicle utilization, cost efficiency, image, maintenance, health & safety and asset management

Key Resposibilities

• Manage the RBCL workshop and 3rd party technical resources to ensure that work is carried out in compliance with quality requirements and established timelines
• Manage resources including permanent and temporally RBCL workshop staff, to ensure that work is carried out in compliance quality requirements and established timelines
• Assist with procurement of spare parts

Requirements:

• Advanced mechanical knowledge
• Basic understanding of fleet management
•  Basic knowledge of tire management
• Basic Fleet auditing skills
• Basic Knowledge of Human Resources Management and supervision
• Good administration skills
•  Advanced numerical skills

How to Apply:
The company will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidates. If you meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position should send their CVs, which should include details of email addresses, telephone contact, present position, certificates and remunerationand addresses of 3 referees to:

The Human Resurce Manager
Rwenzori Bottling Company
P.O. Box 26543,
Namanve

Deadline: 5th October 2012

  

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Accountant Job Vacancy at Traidlinks in Uganda

Job Title:  Accountant
About this job

Our Client Traidlinks is looking for an accountant who will be responsible for mentoring clients on management of financial records, preparing books of accounts and financial statements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

    Processing sales invoices, receipts and payments
    Completing and submitting VAT returns and other tax matters
    Checking that accounts are accurate
    Monitoring company expenses
    Planning and budget controls
    Preparing wages and processing expenses claims.
    Balancing accounts and prepare monthly and final accounts,
    Using computerised accounting systems
    Managing the companies’ debtors and creditors.
    Managing the petty cash, banking as well as conducting bank reconciliations

Qualifications:

    Formal education in accountancy at diploma level.
    ACCA II/CPA II
    Two years practical experience.
    Knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
    Competent in use of computers.
    Experience in manufacturing environment is an added advantage

Skills and Knowledge:

    Confidence working with numbers
    Good spoken and written communication skills
    An interest in business and finance
    Good organisational skills
    A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
    Team working ability
    The ability to work to strict deadlines
    Honesty and discretion.

How to Apply:

Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.

1. Send an Application letter and CV/Resume.

2. Merge these two documents into one document in either word or pdf format.

3. Do not attach or send any scanned documents, these are sometimes too large for our inbox.

4. Include the job title and/or reference number in the subject line of the email address   and send your application by email to traidlinksjobs@nftconsult.com

5. Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.


Deadline: 5th Oct 2012

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Jobs at Traidlinks in Uganda- Finance Manager

Job Title: Commercial Finance Manager

About this job

Traidlinks mission is to increase economic development in Africa. We do this by supporting and developing small and medium sized enterprises in Africa, in partnership with governments and the private sector.

Objective: This is a management position requiring a strong leader with finance expertise. They should be a self starter, innovator, have exceptional communication and people skills. They should have strong private sector experience and ideally experience of training and working with small enterprises in developing countries. They will contribute to Traidlinks work in Kampala, Hoima and to enhancing financial management and accountability systems within the Traidlinks office.

Key Objectives

Kampala: Business Support Services

    Support the Enterprise Development Director (EDD) and the Traidlinks Export Development Manager design, develop and deliver appropriate business support programmes (mentoring support) that will improve SMEs performance and competitiveness. Be responsible for leading on the financial elements of these programmes.

    Work with the EDD and wider Traidlinks team to identify clients requiring Traidlinks business support services.

    Monitor and evaluate performance of clients, producing monthly progress reports for the EDD and contribute to wider Traidlinks planning and reporting as required.

    Engage with all members of the Traidlinks team and continually strive to improve delivery mechanisms, reporting and planning.

    Support (as required) new work to develop business linkages with Irish/European companies that will provide ongoing support for Traidlinks SME clients.

Hoima: Traidlinks Enterprise Centre

    Joint responsibility with the Enterprise Centre Manager for developing the client base for business support services (mentoring), monitoring and reporting progress to the EDD, senior management and funding agencies.

    Startup businesses: In conjunction with the Enterprise Centre Manager design, develop and delivery training programmes that will help clients develop and enhance their business plans.
    Established clients: Provide support as indicated above for Kampala.

Internal Traidlinks systems

    Be responsible for the internal audit function in Uganda.
    Contribute to strategic thinking on how to improve and streamline finance systems to enhance financial accountability and value for money.
    Support as required on evaluation of tenders and procurement.
    Assist the Enterprise Development Director with sourcing financial support for the Enterprise Development Programme
    Support cost recovery from clients as necessary

Education and Experience Required:

    Essential: A minimum of 10 years’ financial management experience in the private sector.
    Significant experience working in a developing country or in an emerging economy context
    An internationally recognised accounting qualification such as ACCA, CA or CIMA
    Ability to train clients’ staff with varying competency levels
    Desirable: External facing business development experience, training, mentoring etc.
    Experience of working with small and medium sized enterprises
    Strong project management skills
    Strong levels of financial literacy
    Excellent communication skills
    Proven track record in leadership and people management
    Ability to influence at all levels
    Ability to implement evidence based learning
    Ability to adapt to changing contexts

How to Apply:

1. Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.

2. Send an Application letter and CV/Resume.

3. Merge these two documents into one document in either word or pdf format.

4. Do not attach or send any scanned documents, these are sometimes too large for our inbox.

5. Include the job title and/or reference number in the subject line of the email address and send your application by email to cfmtraidlinksjobs@nftconsult.com

Only successfully candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.


Deadline: 5th Oct 2012

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Jobs at DHL in Uganda- Country Manager

Job Title:
Country Manager

Job Ref. MN 1164

Our client, DHL, the largest global company in the Express courier sector, seeks a mature, seasoned and professional executive to assume the role of Country Manager.

JOB PROFILE

To manage, develop and expand the express business, providing direction and leadership, ensuring profitable growth, satisfactory cash flow, enhance market leadership and be acknowledged as the provider of industry leading service standards.
Requirement:

    A successful candidate, a self starter with a minimum of 7 years experience in Senior or General Management in an international transportation company, or similar business experience with tangible delivered results.
    A Postgraduate degree in commerce or equivalent degree in business.
    A post graduate qualification in business shall be an advantage.
    Analytical skills, Business Acumen, and above average People Management Skills.
    In addition strong communicating skills and fluency in English is essential

Experience: 7


How to apply:

If this sounds like something you would excel at, please send your application with a detailed CV (Word format) and a daytime telephone number so as to reach us by 24th September 2012.

Disclose your CURRENT and EXPECTED monthly salary plus benefits. Send to: Executive Selection Division, Manpower Services (U) Ltd, 3rd Floor, Social Security House, Plot 4, Jinja Road, P.O. Box 29696, Kampala. Email: manpower@africaonline.co.ug.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer.

Deadline: 24th Sept 2012

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ICT Head Job at PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited in Uganda

Job Title: Head of ICT
Reports to: Executive Director

The  Head of ICT will be responsible for overseeing the effective and efficient operation of the ICT Department and ensuring departmental alignment with the organization's operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide constructive and effective contribution to the formulation of ASARECA's key activities and objectives
• Formulate IT and IS strategies that allow ASARECA to achieve its objectives
• Develop the most appropriate design of infrastructure to support the business, taking into account prevailing best practices and technologies
• Ensure that the structure of the IT Department and skill sets present within it are appropriate to meet the needs of the business

Person Specifications:

• Five years of experience at a management/ leadership level
• Excellent technical skills in COBIT or ITIL, project management skills will be an added advantage
• Strong analytical and logical problem solving skills

How to Apply:
If you believe you fit the required profile, send your applications in confidence to the address below by close of business Friday 12 Oct 2012.
Please indicate the position that you are applying for and send CV containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional, Academic certificates . Include day time and evening telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, names and addresses of 3 referees to:

The people and Change Division
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited
Communications House, 1 Colville street
P.O Box 8053 Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 12th October 2012

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Jobs at PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited in Uganda

 Job Title: Head of Finance
Reports to: Executive Director
The Head of finance will be responsible for ASARECA's financial management procedures in line with the ASARECA strategic plan and operational Plan

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the 'budget preparation process in collaboration with the various management offices in ASARECA
• Prepare secretariat operational budgets and present these to the Executive Director for review, monitor and review budgets and advise management as appropriate
• Prepare and submit donor financial accountability reports

Personal Specifications:

• A demonstrable track record of financial performance for at least 10 years at senior management level in donor funded organization
• Excellent technical, financial and accounting knowledge
• experience in implementing and monitoring strong financial control systems
• Good people management skills

How to Apply:
If you believe you fit the required profile, send your applications in confidence to the address below by close of business Friday 12 Oct 2012.
Please indicate the position that you are applying for and send CV containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional, Academic certificates . Include day time and evening telephone numbers, e-mail addresses, names and addresses of 3 referees to:

The people and Change Division
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited
Communications House, 1 Colville street
P.O Box 8053 Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 12th October 2012

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