Rural Electrification Agency Jobs Vacancies in Uganda- Employment Opportunity

Job Title: Head of Procurement and disposal Unit MAIN TASK: To provide efficient, effective and timely procurement services to REA and ensure total compliance with the PPDA Act arid Regulations and Procurement Requirements of Development Partners. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: a) Provide the necessary management and leadership to the Procurement and Disposal Unit (PDU) to perform its functions efficiently, effectively, promptly and in accordance with the required procurement guidelines. b) Facilitate the formulation of an overall procurement strategy for REA and ensure its implementation. c) To provide the necessary guidance for compliance with the obligations of the PPDA Act and Regulations and other Guidelines for Projects funded under multilateral and bilateral financing agreements d)...

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Data Clerk/Secretary Job Vacancy

Job Title: Data Clerk/Secretary MAIN TASK: To provide high quality data entry and office managerial services for the technical departments KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: a) Collect data and information from key stakeholders b) Prepare, sort and accurately enter data from source documents into the various databases c) Sort data and generate reports d) Typing and drafting of letters of a routine nature e) Handling office communication, including telephones, mail and faxes f) Ensuring timely responses to inquiries and correspondences to and from the office g) Managing records in accordance with established security and records management practices h) Requisitioning and managing office stationery and equipment i) Taking dictation, transcribing and presenting accurate and error free work j)...

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Records officer /Registrar officer - Job Vacancy in Uganda

Job Title: Records/Registrar officer MAIN TASK: To provide high quality records management services and assist in the development, promotion and implementation of records management best practices within Rural Electrification Agency. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: a) Establish and maintain a robust records management system for the Rural Electrification Agency. b) Develop records management procedures and monitor compliance to ensure that the system is correctly used by staff and records properly controlled. c) Register, classify and route incoming correspondences, documents and other materials. d) Run the Registry and process records by creating paper and electronic folders, filing and retrieving information in accordance with records management procedures so that staff can find the information...

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Communications and Public Relations Executive Jobs Vacancy

Job Title: Communications and Public Relations Executive MAIN TASK: The job holder is Head of the Public Relations Unit of the Rural Electrification Agency and is responsible for rural electrification promotion campaigns and information packages for the benefit of; investors, Government institutions, local authorities, media and the general public. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: a) To plan, develop and implement public relations strategies regarding promotion of rural electrification. b} Plan and direct national rural electrification awareness campaigns in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Ministry of Local Government. c) In collaboration with the Planning Unit of REA, Private Sector Foundation and the Uganda Investment-Authority, assist the Executive...

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Economic Analyst Job Vacancy at Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in Uganda

Job Title: Economic Analyst MAIN TASK: To provide REA with competent services on matters related to rural electrification business plans and financing of rural electrification infrastructure. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: a) Undertake economic and financial modeling for feasibility and business planning. b) Assist project developers/concession operators with their business planning requirements. c) Review project proposals/business plans using economic models, analyzing the projects to determine their financial and economic viability and social benefits. d) Prepare detailed analysis reports on each project/business plan and advise management accordingly. e) Undertake due diligence to verify the scope of works recommended and to verify the priced bills of quantities to ensure that REA...

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Pride Micro Finance Jobs Vacancy in Uganda

Job Title: Manager Credit - Individual Lending. Job Purpose  He / She will be responsible for supervisory roles relating to the individual lending section, to ensure good customer service, growth of quality loan portfolio, increase in borrowers, profitability as well as effective risk control and management. The Manager Credit - Individual Lending will be based in Kampala and will report directly the Head of Operations. Specific responsibilities include:- • Participate in preparing the Operations Departmental budget/ Business Plan and achieve annually set loan portfolio targets for Individual Lending. • Ensure that PML's individual lending policies are effectively complied with in all branches. • Ensure that the individual loan portfolio quality is maintained within acceptable levels. •...

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National Medical Stores Jobs Vacancy- Uganda

 Job Title: Project Coordinator. We are now looking for competent persons who possess appropriate skills, knowledge and right attitude to fill vacant positions indicated in our establishment. Applications are now invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant posts within the Corporation. All applications should be addressed to the Head of Human Resource and Support Services, National Medical Stores, P.O Box 16 Entebbe. Applications should reach us not later than 5 p. m on 14th MARCH 2011 Job Title: Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator reports to the Head of Stores and Operations. Location of office: Entebbe Purpose of the job: The project Coordinator oversees all aspects of the Centers for Disease Control Laboratory Supplies project on behalf of...

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Jobs Vacancies at WBS Television- Career Opportunity

Job Title: Technician Company: WBS Vacancy: Technician REPORT TO: Chief Technician Location: Kampala Country: Uganda Job Description (Duties):     In charge of studio sound.     Control of telephone systems during live shows and recording programmes.     In charge of all musical inserts in live programmes.     Handles the task back system.     Doing studio recordings during day time i.e. programmes from CD and Dat.     In charge of vision mixing.     In charge for audio mixing.     Doing video tape operating.     Carrying out repairs for company property.     Ob van operation.     Any other duties as assigned by an authorized...

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Technical Assistant Job Vacancy at WBS Television in Uganda

Job Title: Technical Assistant Company: WBS Vacancy: Techinical Assistant REPORT TO: Chief Technician Location: Kampala Country: Uganda Job Description (Duties): Key Accountabilities:     Make sure that the equipment in the store is secure.     Does the Inventory of store equipment.     Charging of camera batteries after every shooting.     Issues out OB van equipment and checks whether they have been returned and in case of a missing item he reports to Chief Technician.     Cleaning and arranging of the studio equipment, edit suits and store.     Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by an authorized officer of the Company. Necessary Qualifications:     At least...

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Jobs at WBS Televesion- Uganda

Job Title: Chief Technician Company: WBS Vacancy: Chief Technician REPORT TO: General Manager Location: Kampala Country: Uganda Job Description (Duties): TECHNICAL:     Overall head and in-charge of all technical staff and equipment.     In charge of the ob van and any out door broadcasting.     In charge of vision mixers studio.     Monitors the off-air monitor.     Oversee the cleaning and servicing of all station equipment.     In-charge of supervising all day recordings in the studio.     Carrying out repairs for company equipment.     Provide service to our viewers who need technical assistance, in accordance to their complaints of poor signal reception.    ...

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Jobs in Uganda- General Manager Vacancy

Job Title:    General Manager     Company     eResource Ltd         Experience     7 Years Description     Our Client, a leading and reputable Tour and Travel Company in the East African Region, has two Exciting Opportunity within its Organizational Structure as outlined below:JOB TITLE - GENERAL MANAGERReporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate is expected to be a hands-on Manager able to direct and coordinate the operations of the company. The position has overall responsibility for all operational and commercial departments including Marketing, Sales, Human Resource, Contracting, Reservations and Finance.KEY TASKSThe main duties and responsibilities of the General...

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Data Entrant Jobs in Uganda- CDC and Government

 Job Title: Data Entrant Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following vacant posts existing in Kalangala District Home Based VCT Project (Job Titles 1, 2, 3, and 4) and in Main Stream Kalangala District Local Government (Job Titles 5, 6 and 7). The following information is specific for candidates interested in working under the Kalangala (HBVCT) Project: Kalangala District Local Government with support from Centers for ease Control and Prevention [CDC] is implementing a project entitled provision of full access Home-Based Confidential HIV Counseling and Testing (HBVCT) and Basic care (BC) in Kalangala District and the Surrounding Fishing Communities in the Republic of Uganda. All applicants interested in working under this project MUST be willing to...

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Counselors Jobs in Uganda- CDC and Government of Uganda

Job Title: Counselors - 13 Vacancies Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following vacant posts existing in Kalangala District Home Based VCT Project (Job Titles 1, 2, 3, and 4) and in Main Stream Kalangala District Local Government (Job Titles 5, 6 and 7). The following information is specific for candidates interested in working under the Kalangala (HBVCT) Project: Kalangala District Local Government with support from Centers for ease Control and Prevention [CDC] is implementing a project entitled provision of full access Home-Based Confidential HIV Counseling and Testing (HBVCT) and Basic care (BC) in Kalangala District and the Surrounding Fishing Communities in the Republic of Uganda. All applicants interested in working under this project MUST be willing...

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Government of Uganda Jobs- 13 Vacancies for Laboratory Technicians

Job Title: Laboratory Technicians -13 Vacancies Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following vacant posts existing in Kalangala District Home Based VCT Project (Job Titles 1, 2, 3, and 4) and in Main Stream Kalangala District Local Government (Job Titles 5, 6 and 7). The following information is specific for candidates interested in working under the Kalangala (HBVCT) Project: Kalangala District Local Government with support from Centers for ease Control and Prevention [CDC] is implementing a project entitled provision of full access Home-Based Confidential HIV Counseling and Testing (HBVCT) and Basic care (BC) in Kalangala District and the Surrounding Fishing Communities in the Republic of Uganda. All applicants interested in working under this project MUST...

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Government Of Uganda Jobs- District Planner

Job Title: District Planner Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans for the following vacant posts existing in Kalangala District Home Based VCT Project (Job Titles 1, 2, 3, and 4) and in Main Stream Kalangala District Local Government (Job Titles 5, 6 and 7). The following information is specific for candidates interested in working under the Kalangala (HBVCT) Project: Kalangala District Local Government with support from Centers for ease Control and Prevention [CDC] is implementing a project entitled provision of full access Home-Based Confidential HIV Counseling and Testing (HBVCT) and Basic care (BC) in Kalangala District and the Surrounding Fishing Communities in the Republic of Uganda. All applicants interested in working under this project MUST be willing to reside...

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Jobs Vacancy at SOS children’s villages Uganda,- Entebbe

Job Title: Village Educator The village educator takes charge of and addresses the educational needs of each child, providing educational and career guidance ensuring that the children get meaningful assistance with remedial exercises/ homework. He or she organizes children’s play, holiday programs and other extra-curricular activities, ensuring sensitization and application of the SOS child protection policy Minimum requirements A mature lady or gentleman aged 25-35 years A university degree in Education and Social Work, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification Experience in practical teaching or Education liaison/ coordination of at least 3 years in a modern, well founded education institution Qualification and experience in special needs education and assessment will be an added advantage...

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Administrative Assistant Job Vacancy at SOS Childrens Village- Uganda

Job Title: Administrative Assistant We seek a mature individual to assist our village. Director in setting up the village administrative office and providing support to all the processes required to run an efficient office set up. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS A mature lady/gentleman aged between 28-35 years A university degree in social sciences, business administration, development studies or an equivalent is required Relevant experience of at least two years in office management and administration in a busy and practical environment/office setting is required Practical training in modern office administrations well as knowledge of basic accounting will be of great advantage Proven computer skills Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English is critical for this placement How...

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Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) Jobs Vacancies

Job Title: Head of Mission Un ORG: Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) ASF is an independent non-governmental organisation. Its mission is to independently contribute to the creation of fair and equitable societies through the promotion of access to justice, in which the law and its institutions serve society’s most vulnerable groups. The organisation aims to realise this objective through field interventions in the field of law in general, and in the area of legal and judicial assistance in particular. Closing date: 13 Mar 2011 Location: Uganda Head of Mission Un Uganda (relaunching) Context ASF has a young and evolving mission in Uganda. Through a careful analysis of the needs in the field and a strategic and coordinated approach to the implementation of its programming, Avocats Sans Frontières...

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Jobs in Uganda at Visions in Action

Job Title: Program Development Officer (Supported Volunteer) Org: Visions in Action Visions in Action is an international NGO based in Washington DC, working in relief and development in Uganda, Tanzania, South Africa, and Liberia in the areas of education, food security, and HIV/AIDS. During the past 22 years over 700 volunteers and staff have served for periods of 6-12 months in the areas of food security, education, human rights, communications, public health, microenterprise, social work and community development. Closing date: 11 Mar 2011 Location: Uganda - Gulu Position: Program Development Officer (Supported Volunteer) Location: Gulu, Uganda Duration: Initial six month contract (renewable) Start: March 1st, 2011 Background: Visions in Action is an international NGO based in Washington...

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GBV Volunteer Job Vacancy at International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Uganda

Job Title: GBV Volunteer Org: International Rescue Committee (IRC) Closing date: 23 Apr 2011 Location: Uganda The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home. Background: The International Rescue Committee began working in Uganda in 1998 in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army in the north of the country. Today,...

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Jobs in Uganda at Samaritan's Purse- based in Karamoja

Job Title: Program Manager, Food Assistance Project) Org: Samaritan's Purse Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. Closing date: 01 May 2011 Location: Uganda - Karamoja Program Manager, Food Assistance Project, Uganda (623) Karamoja, Uganda - The Program Manager, Food Assistance Project will be responsible for overall coordination and management – both programmatic and financial – of the Food Assistance Project across Moroto and Napak Districts. Responsibilities will include...

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Logistics Volunteer Job Vacancy in Uganda at International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Job Title: Logistics Volunteer Org: International Rescue Committee (IRC) Closing date: 23 Apr 2011 Location: Uganda The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home. BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee began working in Uganda in 1998 in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army in the north of the country....

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UN- United Nations Job Vacancy- Based in Entebbe, Uganda

Job Title: Operations Manager, Entebbe Closing Date: Wednesday, 09 March 2011 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:      09 Mar 2011 DATE OF ISSUANCE:      07 Feb 2011 ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:      United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo DUTY STATION:      Entebbe VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:      11-ADM-MONUC-425141-R-ENTEBBE Remuneration Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity Responsibilities The incumbent reports to and is under the direct supervision of the Regional Service Center (RSC) Chief. The...

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Voucher Examiner; FP-7; FSN-7 Job Vacancy at US- American Embassy

Job title: Voucher Examiner; FP-7; FSN-7U. S. Mission, UgandaVACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTOPEN TO: All Interested CandidatesPOSITION: Voucher Examiner; FP-7; FSN-7OPENING DATE: February 15, 2011CLOSING DATE: February 28, 2011WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/weekALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION."The American Embassy is seeking for two individuals for the position of Voucher Examiner in the Finance Section."BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITIONResponsible for the complete voucher examining process (except final review and certification) of a considerable variety of average to moderately complex administrative type of vouchers invoices and claims. Most of them involve relatively uncomplicated transactions...

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Jobs Vacancy at The New Vision Printing and Publishing Company

Job Title: Accounts Assistant - Radio InvoicingJob Puporse:Coordinate with the sales and Marketing Department and electronic media section to ensure all adverts and commercials aired/produced respectively are billed and recorded in accordance with company policies.Duties and Responsibilities :• Daily billing of advertising revenue in order to capture revenue on time and facilitating debt collection.• Writing details of advert orders, receipts, invoices and amounts in the log report and production studio schedule set aside for future official use to ensure that all adverts have been accounted for and recorded.• Daily preparation of unapproved order reports, query reports and long running order reports in order lo ensure that all adverts are accounted for properly and no order has more than...

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New Visions Jobs- Career Employment

Job Title: Accounts Assistant - AdvertisingJob Puporse:Coordinate with the Sales and Marketing Department to ensure all invoices for newspaper and magazine adverts are recorded and dispatched in accordance with company policies.KEY RESULT AREAS:• Daily dispatch of advertising invoices on time to facilitate debt collection.• Writing details of cash advert orders, receipts, invoices and amounts in a newspaper set aside for future official use to ensure that all adverts have been accounted for and recorded.• Alternating with invoicing staff to maintain daily revenue recognition.• Handling inquiries from walk in clients, .corporate agencies and Advertising Executives on accounts status, invoice details and amount payable to ensure smooth running of business.• Maintaining an up-to-date register...

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Jobs at Electricity Regulatory Authority- Career Vacancies

Job Title: Secretary to the AuthorityJob Purpose:To work as Secretary to the Authority, official witness and the custodian of the minutes and Seal of the Authority and develop, review and monitor the implementation of the strategic and business plans of the Authority.This involves providing logistical support to the Authority, facilitation of Authority Meetings and interfacing policy making with policy implementation in the Authority.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• As Secretary to the Authority, shall attend all Authority rneetings and take Minutes of the meetings.• Shall forward copies of the draft Minutes and Authority Agenda to all the members of the Authority before the next meeting.• Shall maintain a permanent record of such Minutes, which shall be signed and dated by the Chairperson...

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Rucruitment of a Financial Analyst

Job Title: Financial AnalystJob Purpose:To analyze the .performance of the licensees vis avis the assumptions embedded in the tariffsTo analyze the financial feasibility of the licensees and validation of financial claims through effective reconciliationsKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Monitor the financial performance of licensees vis avis the assumptions embedded in the tariffs approved by the Authority.• Monitor the financial transactions between the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company (UETCL) and generation as well as distribution companies to ensure that these are in accordance with the tariff methodologies in the Power Sales Agreements (PSAs) and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).• Evaluate the financial feasibility studies submitted by the intending developers as well as licensed...

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Accounting Jobs at Electricity Regulatory Authority in Uganda

Job Title: Management AccountantJob Puporse:To assist the Manager Financial Services to deliver j excellent financial information to support ERA's ' management decisions. Contribute to the continuous I systems and procedures that ensure prudent financial managementKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Tax compliance and planning• Ensure that ERA complies with all relevant tax law and other statutes with a financial focus eg. the NSSF Act.• Management of withholding tax interface with suppliers, including following up prompt provision of withholding tax certificates.Budget and Cash flow Management Responsibilities•Ensures that ERA budget fits within the overall medium term Plan and expenditure frame work•Assist the Finance Manager to prepare weekly cash flow projections to support expenditure decisions•...

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