Job for Bursar

Uganda Christian University invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans 1o the fill the position of BURSAR, BISHOP BARHAM UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, KABALE. SCALE: CUK4
The successful candidate must:-

1. Be able to lead and motivate a team of people and foster a cooperative work environment.
2. Have the ability to manage tight deadlines.
3. Have excellent verbal and communication skills.
4. Have excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational and administrative skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Supervision of all staff in the department.
2. Preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
3. Supervise all College accounts and monitor all financial and budgetary transactions to ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.
4. Maintain standard accounts, billing arid collections of fees and other charges.
5. Signatory to all College bank accounts and other financial documents.
6. Prepare and distribute accounting reports and statements, review management accounts and explain them to Management.
7. Disburse funds in payment of obligations.
8. Maintain an asset register.
9. Coordinate the procurement function of the College.
10. Advise the College administration on financial matters.


Job requirement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or Economics.
2. Possession of ACCA or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or a Master's Degree in a business-related field from an accredited institution will be an added advantage.
3. Proven experience at a senior level in a similar organization/institution.
4. Knowledge of Government/other regulatory policies and procedures.
5. Proficiency in personal computer applications, such as Excel. Pastel Accounting and/or similar software.
6. Must be a committed Christian


How to apply

Applications should be addressed to:
THE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
UGANDA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY P O BOX 4, MUKONO
Email address: akatabaazi@ucu.ac.ug
DEADLINE: 5.00 p.m. of Friday 20th May 2011.
N.B. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

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Human Resource and Administrative Officer Job- Career Opportunity

Job Title: HUM AN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (1P0ST)
Reports to: Executive Secretary/Registrar
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage the human resource and administrative function for the effective performance of NDA.
• Provide input to the development of the human resource management policies, strategies, procedures and terms and conditions of service and also oversee their implementation.
• Oversee the provision of effective administrative and logistical support for the execution of the mandate of NDA.
• Monitor the proper utilization of the assets of the Authority and overseeing their maintenance and safe custody.
• Manage and regularly update the inventory of the company's assets in collaboration with the Finance Section.
• Tender technical advice and support to all staff through interpreting and ensuring adherence to human resource policies, strategies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ensure the prompt preparation and update of staff records as well as the payroll liaison with the Finance Section.
• Coordinate to matters relating to staff welfare, counseling, health and safety.
• Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.


Job requirement

Preferred additional qualifications:
• Training in Financial and assets management.
• Basic logistics management.
• Institute of Certified Secretaries and Administrators Qualification (ICSA)
• Basic knowledge of the law governing the institution.
• Knowledge of the policies, rules and regulations of NDA that govern human resource management and administrative practices.
• Basic laws governing the management and accountability for public assets and finances.
• Demonstrated personal integrity.

Key competencies:
• Leadership and strategic decision making.
• People skills (internal and external).
• Strategic planning and budgeting.
• Effective Communication.
• Counseling and arbitration.
• Computer literacy.

Minimum experience:
Not less than 8 years experience with at least 5 year experience in a Senior Human Resource Management and Administrative position of a reputable Organisation.

Duration of appointment:
The appointment is for 4 year contract renewable based on performance.

Remuneration:
Competitive at Scale NDA: 3


How to apply

How to apply:
Applications in own handwriting, accompanied by a detailed CV, indicating addresses and day time telephone contacts of three referees should be sent to:

Executive Secretary/Registrar
National Drug Authority
Plot 46-48 Lumumba Avenue
P. O. Box 23096, Kampala - Uganda
Tel: 0414-255 665/347 391/2
Closing date: 20th May 2011

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American Refugee Committee Job Opportunity- Career

The American Refugee Committee (ARC) International is an International nonprofit, nonsectarian organization that provides humanitarian assistance and training to thousands of beneficiaries. ARC Uganda program helps people regain control of their lives through durable solutions. Gender Based Violence (GBV) Prevention and Response, Conflict Prevention and Reconciliation. Returns facilitation, and HIV and AIDS prevention and response programs. ARC is an equal opportunity employer and is currently looking for a competent person to fill the position of a

Partner Finance Specialist based in Gulu
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Reporting to the Senior Program Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for fully supporting recipients of small or large sub-grants from ARC in the partners' financial reporting capabilities, procurement procedures, accountability compliance and organizational development issues.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide technical assistance and capacity building to partners to ensure that ARC partners have a good knowledge of the operational and financial requirements set out in the agreement with ARC
2. Support and strengthen the financial capacity of partners by reviewing and setting up proper systems of book keeping and internal controls consistent with the generally accepted financial management principles
3. Support and strengthen the operational capacity of partners in reviewing and setting up proper system of procurement and human resource practices consistent with ARC and donor rules and regulations
4. Monitor the operational and financial aspects of project progress and implementation, identify problems and find workable solutions.
5. Identify areas for which training and staff development are needed and in consultation with the Senior Program Coordinator, propose trainings/ workshops to attend or conduct
6. Monitor and review of partner finance documents including treasury control and accounts verification, bank reconciliation statements, payroll, monthly finance reports, inventory of fixed assets and physical confirmation of assets,
7. Check on accuracy and completeness of partner's monthly payroll information including compliance with statutory regulations.
8. Participate actively in the pre-award assessment and selection process of CBOs and NGOs seeking to partner with ARC


Job requirement

Educational Qualifications and Experience
• A Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Business Administration with a bias in Accounting or related field
• Additional Training in ACCA is an advantage
• Training in various donor rules and regulations
• Experience working with sub grant partners
• Auditing skills


How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their cover letters together with a detailed CV including daytime telephone contact of three referees to the undersigned not later than 20th May, 2011

The Human Resource Manager- American Refugee Committee International Plot 104 Luthuli Avenue-Bugolobi P.O.Box 7868, Kampala, Uganda arc@arc.co.ug

Applications can also be hand delivered to ARC Gulu Office on Plot No: 32, Airfield Road, Bardage Division, Gulu Municipality. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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National Medical Stores Jobs Opportunity- Career

Job Title: Risk Management and Compliance Officer
Scale: NMS 4S
Reporting to: General Manager. Location of the job: Entebbe Purpose of the job.
The office bearer shall work with functional managers in establishing effective risk management in their areas of responsibility. The officer shall have the resources to effect enterprise risk management across departments, functions and activities of the corporation. He/She shall have the responsibility for monitoring progress and assisting man¬agers in reporting relevant risk information up. down and across NMS.
Key Accountabilities/ Key Result Areas;
1) Establishing enterprise risk management policies including defin¬ing roles and responsibilities and participating in setting goals for implementation
2) Framing accountability and authority for enterprise risk manage¬ment in functional units
3) Promoting an enterprise risk management competence through out the organization, including facilitating development of techni-cal enterprise risk management expertise and helping managers align risk responses with NMS risk tolerance.
4) Guiding integration of enterprise risk management with other busi-ness planning and management activities.
5) Establishing a common risk management language that includes common measures around likelihood and impact and common risk categories.
6) Overseeing development of NMS business specific risk tolerances and working with managers to establish control activities and recommending corrective action where necessary.
7) Facilitating managers in developing protocols, including quantitative and qualitative thresholds and monitoring and reporting process.
8) Reporting on progress and outliers and recommending actions as needed.


Job requirement

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration
A full professional qualification of ACCA, CPA, CIMA or an equivalent

Experience and Technical Skills
• An understanding of corporate governance requirements
• Project planning and management skills
• Analytical and facilitation skills
• A healthy balance of risk rather than extreme risk taking or avoidance behaviors
• Risk transfer, quantification and modeling techniques
• At least two years relevant experience in risk management and or monitoring.
• Basic Information Technology skills


How to apply

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 him not later than 5 p.m on 23rd May 2011.
Mode of application:
Interested candidates should submit their CVs with written applica¬tions specifying the position one is applying for and giving three ref¬erees with their full time telephone contacts and postal addresses indicated on the application letter. Photocopies of the original aca¬demic documents should be attached. Please note that National Medical Stores reserves the right to verify photocopies of the aca¬demic documents attached with the relevant awarding institutions to authenticate their validity. Only candidates who meet the specifica¬tions indicated for the jobs will be

Note: If you do not hear from us within three weeks from the closing date,, consider yourself not to have been successful.

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Job Vacancy at MultiChoice Uganda - Marketing Officer

MultiChoice Uganda provides pay TV subscriber management services for MultiChoice Africa's DStv service within Uganda. By providing world-class entertainment through its well selected bouquet channels, MultiChoice has succeeded in adding value to the pay TV industry and consumers In Uganda. An opportunity has arisen at the company for a dynamic, results oriented individual to take up the position of MARKETING OFFICER. The position reports to the General Manager.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ KEY RESULT AREAS;
• Implement brand building and product marketing strategies through advertising and promotions, merchandising and corporate identity compliance at all points of contact with the customer.
• Carry out the annual marketing planning Identity and tackle critical marketing issues
• Prioritize annual marketing projects in conjunction with the local business and Head Office Schedule annual marketing projects
• Marketing supplier management (e.g. advertising agency, production firms) Marketing budget management Special events
• Market research and internal marketing management information systems Carry out market intelligence activities Internal brand culture development
• Work closely with the public relations officer on publicity and public relations, corporate social investment and the internet site.
• Any other duties may be directed from time to time


Job requirement

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• A Bachelor of Commerce (Upper 2nd) honors degree or the equivalent with specialization in marketing from a recognized University
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments, achieve results and rote model company values
• 3-5 years experience in a dynamic small to medium commercial firm
• Knowledge of local competitor tactics, distribution channels and product offerings
• Knowledge of marketing strategy development and brand equity management
• Thorough knowledge of all product and service offerings
• Knowledge of brand innovation and brand activation
• Communication channel management
• Power of speech and fluency both in oral and written English and any other local language


How to apply

TERMS AND APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested persons should send their applications and detailed curriculum vitae including names and telephone contacts of three referees, copies of certificates (originals to be presented at the interview), current salary, benefits and contact details clearly marked "Marketing Officer Opportunity" not later than Tuesday, May 24th 2011 to the following e-mail address:
mcuganda@multichoice.co.za
Only short listed candidates will be contacted after the closing date.

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