Jobs at US Embassy in Uganda - Visa Clerk

Job Title: Visa  Clerk
U .S. Mission  Uganda  is inviting  suitable qualified applicants  for the  vacant  post  above.
NOTE:  All  applicants  must address  each  selection criterion  detailed below  with specific  and  comprehensive information supporting  each item.
Qualifications
•    Education required:  Completion of secondary  School ( both  O and A  levels ) is required. Completion of a Diploma  in social sciences , public administration  and management , secretarial, development studies , law and education,  human resources  management , project planning  languages  or  business administration is required.
•    Work Experience required:  Two  years  of experience  working an  Office  environment ,consular  area and/or public service environment  is required.
•    Knowledge required:  Understanding  of local immigration policies and procedures is required.
Selection  Criteria
•    Management will consider  nepotism/conflict of interest ,budget, and   visa status  in determining  successful candidacy.
•    Current  employees  serving  a  probationary period are not eligible  to apply.


How to apply
Interested  candidates  for this  position must  submit   the following  for consideration of the  application.
•    Universal  Application  for  Employment  as a  Locally Employed Staff or  Family  Member (DS-174).
•    A current  resume  or  curriculum  vitae.
•    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 conditional  preference in hiring with  their application.
Submit  applications to ;
Human  Resources   Office , by  email at  KampalaHR@state.gov.

Deadline: 19 /04/ 2013

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Jobs at US Mission Uganda - Public Health Specialist

Job Title : Public  Health  Specialist
U .S. Mission  Uganda  is inviting  suitable qualified applicants  for the  vacant  post  above.


Qualifications
NOTE:  All  applicants  must address  each  selection criterion  detailed below  with specific  and  comprehensive information supporting  each item.
•    Education Required:  Completion  of a master  of  public health  (MPH), master of science  public health  (MSHP), master of social work  (msw)   in  child  development , nursing  ,  international  development , community development , public health , health policy , behavioral or social science  is required.
•    Work Experience  required:  Five years of  progressively responsible  professional  experience  in human  resources for   health policy  development  and review, health program  design  and management  in an  HIV/AIDS  setting is required.
•    Language required: Level  1V  English ability  (fluent   written, spoken  and reading)
Selection  Criteria
•    Management  will  consider  nepotism/conflict of interest , budget and  visa status  in  determining  successful candidacy.
•    Current  employees serving  a  probationary period  are not eligible to apply.
•    Currently employed US  Citizen  EFMs  who hold  a Family Member Appointment  (FMA)  are ineligible  to apply for advertised positions within the  first 90 calender days  of  their  appointment .


How to apply
Interested  candidates  for this  position must  submit   the following  for consideration of the  application.
•    Universal  Application  for  Employment  as a  Locally Employed Staff or  Family  Member (DS-174).
•    A current  resume  or  curriculum  vitae.
•    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 conditional  preference in hiring with  their application.
Submit  applications to ;
Human  Resources   Office , by  email at  KampalaHR@state.gov.


Deadline: 19 /04/ 2013

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Jobs at Security Group Uganda Ltd - Auto Vehicle Mechanic

Job Title: Auto Vehicle  Mechanic
The Security  Group  Uganda  Ltd   is seeking to employ   suitable qualified applicants for the vacant  position  which is mentioned above.
Qualifications
•    A Diploma  in  Auto Vehicle  Mechanics  or  Auto vehicle  Mechanic Craft-Part 2
•    A trade  test  certificate (Auto vehicle  Mechanics ) part 3 a must
Experience
•    5 years  experience in  the same  field  in a large and  reputable  company
•    Conflict  management   skills
•    Problem solving , good judgment and decision making skills
•    Stress tolerant and able to work  under harsh conditions
•    Good  communication  skills  both oral  and written 
•    Ability  to coach  and mentor others
•    High integrity  , team  oriented and good interpersonal skills.


How to apply
If  you  believe  you  have  the  requirements  mentioned  above , please submit  your  application letter along  with  detailed CV, photocopies of academic certificates and testimonials  to:
The Human  Resources   and  Administration  Manager
Security Group  Uganda  Ltd
Plot 21   Mackinon   Road  Nakasero
P. O. Box  200997 Kampala.

Deadline: 15 /04/2013

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Jobs at New Vision Printing and Publishing Company Ltd in Uganda

Job Title:  Commission Sales  Executives Western Region
The New  Vision  Printing  and  Publishing  Company  Ltd  is  looking to recruit  a dynamic, self motivated individual  to fill the  role of  Commission Sales Executive  Western Region.


Key Result Areas
•    Generate  advertising   sales ideas and effectively implement  them  to achieve  sales targets.
•    Identify , categorize and  profile  advertising  clients  in the region in order  to target them with solution based sales proposals
•    Initiate  and implement special  advertising projects to maintain  smooth flow  of revenues  to achieve weekly  and monthly sales targets
•    Attend all  the required   sales meetings in the  region to generate and develop  sales  ideas.

Qualifications
•    At  least  a diploma  in Business  or  related  discipline from a recognized Institution.
•    Evidence  of  practical selling  skills
•    Relevant  commission sales experience will be  an  added advantage
•    Knowledge of the  region  in relation to  sales  is an added advantage.

How to apply
If you are interested in the above  position , address  your applications to: Chief  Human  Resources  Officer, The  New  Vision  Printing  and  Publishing Company Ltd.
P. O. Box  9815, Kampala , Uganda

Deadline: 12/04/2013

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Jobs at Quality Chemical Industries Ltd in Uganda - Communications Manager

Job Title:  Communications Manager

Quality  Chemical Industries  Ltd  is a  pharmaceutical  manaufacturing  plant , producing anti-retroviral  and ant-malarial drugs at Lizira Industrial Park in Uganda .
Main Roles
•    To lead the development  and implementation  of all strategic communications  for the company.
•    To develop  and Execute the company’s media strategy  across all  media  including  press, broadcast and publications .
•    To be  responsible for the  development  and management  of the company website, keeping content  up to date, implementing and expanding  social media  strategies  to raise the  company’s profile.
•    Managing the  reputation  of the  company by leading  public relations  including  customer services, taking the lead on  media handling , being  proactive, dealing with  inquiries  and producing media  releases.

Qualifications
•    A  Master’s   degree   in Communications , Public  relations  or related field with a minimum  of five years  of  demonstrable experience in  Public  Relations /Communications .
•    Experience working  in the  Health sector will be  an  added advantage.


How to apply
Applicants with the above  requirements  can  post, email or  hand deliver their applications , curriculum  vitae , copies of relevant  academic  and professional qualifications , contact details for three professional referees and a day-time telephone number to the address below;
The  Human  Resources Manager, Quality  Chemical  Industries Ltd
Luzira Industrial Park , P. O. Box 34871, Kampala


Deadline: 19/04/2013

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Jobs at Tororo Cement Ltd in Uganda - Process Engineer

Job Title: Junior  Process  Engineer
Tororo Cement  Ltd , a leading  cement  manufacturing plant  located in Tororo, five miles from  the  township on Malaba-Jinja  highway  is in search of  suitably qualified persons to fill  the vacancy indicated above .

Qualification
•    Graduate  with  a  B. Sc.  Degree in  Chemical  Engineering  from  a recognized University.

Experience
•    The candidate  should  have  not  less  than  three years  industrial experience , in a similar position in a big  organization preferably in cement  manufacturing.


How to apply
Interested  applicants should  submit  their application  letters and detailed  CVs  together  with particulars  of three respectable  referees and daytime  contact to the address below;
Personnel/Administration Manager,
Tororo Cement  Limited
P. O. Box  74, Tororo

Deadline: 25/04/2013

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Pump Operator Jobs at Nile Breweries Limited in Uganda

Job Title: Pump Operator
Location:  Mbarara
 Nile Breweries  Limited  is inviting  for  qualified  suitable applicants to fill the vacant position above.
Responsibilities
•    Receipt  of  Fuel  from  Supplier  in conjunction with Procurement  representative  as per  laid down procedure
•    Issue of  Fuel  to Company and  3rd  party Fleet as per  laid down procedure
•    Carry-out Routine  stock take  as per  NBL  Fuel  Inventory management procedure
Requirements
•    Basic Understanding  of Fuel  management  and  Controls
•    Basic Understanding  of Health  &  Safety  legislation.
•    Basic Understanding   of  Records  Keeping
•    High level of integrity
•    Ordinary Diploma  holder or its  equivalent


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 please send their CVs   which should include  details of email address  ,  present position , current  remuneration, Certificate/testimonials  and address of three telephone  contact to the  undersigned to;
The Business  Partiner
Sales and Distribution
Nile Breweries Limited
P. O. Box 1345
Kampala Service Centre


Deadline:  15 / 04 /2013

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Jobs at Nile Breweries Limited in Uganda - Shift Warehouse Controller

Job Title: Shift  Warehouse Controller
Location:  Mbarara
 Nile Breweries  Limited  is inviting  for  qualified  suitable applicants to fill the vacant position above.
Requirements
•    Must be a  holder  of a  diploma  in  Commerce /any other related Qualification
•    2 years  experience  in an  operations/distribution environment  at  Supervisory  level idearly in FMCG  or  beer industry.
•    Be able to work  independently
•    Good knowledge of warehouse, distribution processes , fleet , costs, optimization  solutions
•    Computer  Literacy
•    Coaching  and  Problem  solving skills
Responsibilities
•    To  receive  , store control  , Issue, minimize  loses and following  the procedures  for the  warehouse for the  crates  and bottles  Containers  as per   required  standards
•    Receiving  , balancing  and counting  stocks,
•    Preparing reports on weekly and monthly stock taking  , communicating  stock levels  and  controlling  breakages.
•    Folklifts  and  fuel usage  management


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 please send their CVs   which should include  details of email address  ,  present position , current  remuneration, Certificate/testimonials  and address of three telephone  contact to the  undersigned to;
The Business  Partiner
Sales and Distribution
Nile Breweries Limited
P. O. Box 1345
Kampala Service Centre


Deadline:  15 / 04 /2013

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Jobs at Nile Breweries Limited in Uganda - Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift  Operator
Location – Mbarara
Nile Breweries  Limited  is inviting  for  qualified  suitable applicants to fill the vacant position above.
Requirements
•    A minimum of  Ordinary  level certificate with  3 years  of  un-interupted work experience  as a Driver.
•    Be able to work independently
•    Must possess a Valid Driver’s  Licence   ; i.e.  2 years experience  in  driving  Folklift  and accident free
•    English  Literacy

Responsibilities
•    To load  and  offload  beer, empties , pallets and any  other  work as  assigned by the  supervisor
•    House keeping
•    Proper beer  and empties  stacking
•    Adherence  to  PPE use
•    Routine  forklift checks to ensure preventive  maintenance   and servicing is done.


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 please send their CVs   which should include  details of email address  ,  present position , current  remuneration, Certificate/testimonials  and address of three telephone  contact to the  undersigned to;
The Business  Partiner
Sales and Distribution
Nile Breweries Limited
P. O. Box 1345
Kampala Service Centre


Deadline:  15 / 04 /2013

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Jobs at Johns Hopkins University/Centre for Communication programs in Uganda

Job Title: Program Officer
The  Johns  Hopkins University/Centre  for Communication programs  (CCP) is a  pioneer in the field  of  strategic, research based  communication  for behavior  change  and health promotions   of public health.
Duties
•    Review the  Stylish  Man  campaign  strategy and implementation   plan  and advice  on the  effective  implementation of the campaign.
•    Work with  the  Project  Coordinator  and  RHSP  to develop relevant  communication  materials  and tools  for the  campaign.
•    Design and  coordinate pretesting  of  creative  materials  and  incorporate findings  into  finalized materials .


Qualifications
•    Minimum of a bachelor’s  degree in communication, public  health , community  mobilization  , advocacy  and /or public  relations  or in a  related field.
•    Postgraduate training  or graduate degree in any of the above  fields , an added advantage .
•    Minimum  3 years  working experience  in the field  of health communication, public relations , community mobilization or advocacy .
•    Fluent in  English and Luganda .

Skills
•    Good written and verbal   communication , interpersonal skills , including  presentations at professional  and  community forums.
•    Experience in  designing  and implementing  communication  and community  mobilization  campaigns.
•    Strong  organizational skills  and  ability  to work in a  team oriented environment .


How to apply
Please  deliver  copies of  your CV,  academic   transcripts/testimonials  and  three professional referees to:
Johns  Hopkins  University  , Centre for Communication  Programs , Plot  15  Binayomba  Avenue, Bugolobi (same street  as  Royal Suites  and  Ambrosoli International School ) Attn: HR Manager.

Deadline: 15 / 04 /2013

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Jobs at Nile Basin Initiative in Uganda - Internal Auditor

Job Title:  Internal Auditor
The  Nile Basin  Initiative  is an international  organization  initiated  and  led  by the  Nile  riparian countries to promote  joint development  etc.
Responsibilities
•    Ensuring that the  internal  audit activity  is carried  out as per  the NBI  Internal Audit Manual;
•    NBI   Risk  profile  is   developed  regularly  monitored   and  updated .
•    Interaction with  the various  governance  groups  occurs as needed and  there is daquate management  and team adherence .
Qualifications
•    Bachelors degree  in Commerce , Finance , Business  Administration  or  its equivalent .
•    Registered  qualified  member  with full professional qualifications  such as  ACCA, CIMA, CFA, CIA.
•    At least five  years post qualification  experience  in internal  auditing .
•    Must demonstrate/manifest  adequate Internal  Audit capacity  for carrying  out  internal  audit assignments  within  specified timeless;


How to apply
Interested  and  qualified  candidates are  advised  to visit the  NBI  website.  To download  the  full job description  and person  specifications, and to submit  their applications  electronically to the  Executive  Director  at : recruitment@nilebasin.org.  Application /cover letters clearly  indicating the position  and  accompanied by detailed  curriculum  vitae should reach  the  Executive  Director  by ;


Deadline: 22 /04 /2013

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