Jobs at Invisible Children in Uganda - Regional Head of Office

Job Title:     REGIONAL HEAD OF OFFICE
Job Function:     Management
Department:     International Program Staff
Location:     Kampala, Uganda



Position Summary:
For the past nine years, Invisible Children (“IC”) has been focused on bringing a permanent end to LRA violence in East and Central Africa through an innovative and comprehensive model. Through our protection programs, we work with local partners to build and expand systems that warn remote communities of LRA attacks and encourage members of the LRA to peacefully surrender. Through our recovery programs, we work to rehabilitate children directly affected by the LRA and invest in education and economic recovery programs in the post-conflict region to promote lasting peace.
As our programs continue to expand in the region, we are currently seeking an experienced professional to direct the Programming, Operations, and Logistics from our Regional Office.
The Regional Head of Office will be responsible for leading the coordination office in Kampala, giving support to our five field offices in DR Congo, the Central African Republic, and Uganda, and ensuring the successful execution of the organization’s stated mission through the oversight and management of the strategy, design, implementation, evaluation, and daily functions of all programs and supporting operations.

Key Responsibilities:

    Ensure that all programs fit into the strategic plan for the organization, fulfilling the broader goals to protect communities from insecurity, encourage the peaceful defection of LRA combatants, and facilitate recovery and development in post-conflict regions.
    Ensure that all programs are properly planned and executed with quality, accountability and measured impact, and that all programs continue to be progressive in nature.
    Ensure strong systems of compliance and accountability are in place in our financial and general operations.
    Work with Country Representatives to establish and oversee an annual operating budget for DRC, CAR, and Uganda offices and ensure legal and grant compliance through appropriate controls and reporting.
    Maintain effective working relationships with NGOs, CBOs, the Ministries, local leadership, and civil society leaders in all areas of implementation.
    Provide regular reports to the office of the International Programs Director in the US.
    Oversee the strategy for and implementation of a consistent and comprehensive M&E system to ensure program quality and help guide future programming.
    Directly oversee the Regional Office executive management team; have in place a performance management system that evaluates, encourages, trains, and builds the capacity of all management staff.
    Represent Invisible Children in the region. Host international donors, visiting delegations and staff from HQ and country offices. Serve as a spokesperson for Invisible Children, liaising with local and international media as needed.


Qualifications:

    A minimum of 8 years of experience in the international development or humanitarian response field. 
    A demonstrated and sophisticated knowledge of NGO management, including program management, M&E, operations management, leadership, and logistics.
    Demonstrated ability in managing complex international operations, including development and monitoring of programs and budgets; proven track record of maximizing project impact under strict budgetary guidelines.
    A minimum of 5 years experience directing large teams of national and international staff.
    Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience implementing performance management systems, building team capacity, and fostering collaboration among staff.
    Work experience in a conflict and/or post-conflict environment is strongly preferred.
    Undergraduate degree is required; an advanced degree in a related field is preferred.
    Proven success in ensuring high-quality program outcomes in a developing country setting.
    Excellent organizational, diplomatic, written and oral communications skills.
    Solid troubleshooting skills and sound judgment in dealing with implementation challenges.
    Proficiency in MS Office suite and familiarity with QuickBooks.
    Conversational French is a plus.
    Available for travel to field offices and occasionally outside the region.

 How to Apply:
The duration of the contract is two (2) years, with opportunity for renewal. The start date is immediate, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions, please contact jobs@invisiblechildren.com.


Deadline: 01/03/2013

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Jobs at US Embassy in Uganda - Deputy Director of Programs

 Job Title: Deputy Director of Programs

Number: 008/2013

OPEN TO:    All Qualified Candidates
POSITION:  Deputy Director of Programs; FP-3; FSN-13
OPENING DATE: February 25, 2013
CLOSING DATE: March 10, 2013
WORK HOURS:    Full-time; 40 hours/week

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda.  CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
The Centers for Diseases Control is seeking an individual for the position of Deputy Director of Programs.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The incumbent serves as Deputy Director of Programs for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Uganda office. The main duties of the incumbent are to provide scientific and programmatic leadership for activities related to the implementation of CDC’s HIV/AIDS/TB/STI activities in Uganda, as part of senior management. Responsibilities include development of strategies and programs aimed at achieving the goals of the organization, development of program announcements for the implementation of activities, supervise and conduct technical review of program proposals submitted to the CDC, supervise and monitor program implementation by technical staff. Close collaboration and interface with Ministry of Health (MOH), Uganda AIDS Commission, USG, and other cooperating partners in matters relating to program development and support. The supervision and mentoring of LES Branch Chiefs. The position contains a broad mix of functions including managerial, supervisory, scientific, technical and administrative. The Deputy Director of Programs assists the Director in providing overall scientific and technical direction and supervision to the CDC Global AIDS Program in-country.

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
NOTE:  All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1.    Education required: Completion of a bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery and a master of science degree in public health or health policy are required.
2.  Work Experience required:  Seven years of progressively responsible public health experience in public health service-delivery projects within an HIV/AIDS intervention framework is required; an additional two years of managerial and supervisory responsibility with multiple staffing reporting is required.
3.   Language required:  Level IV English ability (fluent written, spoken and reading).
4.  Knowledge required:  Must possess knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of epidemiology, infectious diseases and HIV/AIDS and TB that enables employee to serve as national or international expert in the field is required. Knowledge of the design, development and implementation of complex prevention programs in HIV/AIDS, TB or other infectious diseases is required.
5.     Skills and Abilities required:  Outstanding ability to communicate medical, scientific and epidemiological principles in infectious diseases, particularly HIV/AIDS and TB epidemiology is required. Incumbent has to provide strong and sensitive leadership and guidance in operational research and HIV/TB prevention, care and treatment implementation activities in Uganda. Exceptional skill in working with MOH personnel, clinic professionals, universities, and collaborating partners to establish and conduct prevention and treatment programs is required. in addition, the incumbent will regularly provide medical and public health advice and consultation as a national and internationally recognized expert.

SELECTION PROCESS

When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference.  Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1.  Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and visa status in determining successful candidacy.

2.  Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.

3.  Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.

4.   Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their appointment.

5.   Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1.  Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174).

2.  A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicants work experience attached as a separate sheet.

3.  A current resume or curriculum vitae.

4. 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 a conditional preference in hiring with their application.

5.  Any other documentation (e.g. essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.


SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov.
ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AND ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone:  0414-259-791/5


Deadline: 10/03/2013

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Jobs at University Research Co in Uganda - Program Officer

Job Title: Program Officer : Paediatric  and Adolescent  HIV Services

  University Research  Co., LLC (URC), a US-based  public  health  organization  working in Uganda.
Responsibilities
•    Lead evaluation of  existing  systems  for adolescent HIV  care , treatment and support
•    Guide the development  and dissemination of materials  related to  adolescent HIV/AIDS  care and  treatment , including  policies , clinical  guidelines, protocols and training materials.
•    Develop standards  and guidance for  intergration  of adolescent  HIV transition  clinics into existing  HIV  care clinics.
•    Support and coordinate  implementation  of a national  peadiatric  HIV  service  scale up  plan using  a  Quality  implementation approach

Qualifications
•    A  Masters  Degree in Paediatrics and Child Health  and/or  Public Health  from a recognized  University/Institution.
•    At least  5 years  experience  in managing  HIV programs  in Uganda , with at  least  3  in the area of  paediatric and adolescent HIV  services .
•    Clinical  experience  in care and  treatment  of HIV infected  children  and  adolescents.
•    Demonstrated  ability  to  strategically plan and manage  the successful implementation of activities .


How to apply
Qualified applicants  should submit  their cover letter , curriculum vitae , copies of academic  credentials  and contact information  for three  professional references  &  indicate the  position you are applying for  in the subject line.
University  Research  Co,. LLC-Centre for  Human  Services ,
SUSTAIN  Project,
Kampala, Uganda


Deadline: 11-03 -2013

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Jobs at Central Umbrella of Water and Sanitation in Uganda - Water Quality Analyst

Job Title: WATER QUALITY ANALYST

Central Umbrella of Water and Sanitation (CUWS) is an association of various Water Supply and Sanitation Boards in the Central region of Uganda. The major objective of the association is to ensure that completed piped water supplies that are members of this organization are well maintained to ensure sustainability.

CUWS’s Secretariat in Wakiso currently requires the following personnel to handle various activities in its office. Applications are therefore invited for the positions listed below from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.

Position: WATER QUALITY ANALYST

Job summary and Responsibilities

    In charge of managing the CUWS Laboratory and ensuring that the laboratory equipment, chemicals and procedures conform to the established National Laboratory standards and requirements. Ensuring that routine water quality monitoring and assessment is done within the member schemes.

Specific Tasks

    Undertake regular (quarterly) water quality assessment on water supplies and compile quarterly reports with recommendations for follow up by both the CUWS and the member schemes.
    Carry out Sanitary Inspection within the operational areas of the water supply systems and advise accordingly.
    Regularly monitor performance of the water supply treatment systems and processes and make recommendations for any possible adjustments or improvements in their operation.
    In charge of the CUWS laboratory, equipment and procedures and ensuring conformance to National Standards.
    In charge of preparing the Terms of Reference and Specifications for the procurement of equipment and chemicals for the CUWS laboratory.
    Ensuring constant liaison between the CUWS laboratory and the DWRM Laboratory in Entebbe so that laboratory activities conform to the National guidelines and expectations.
    Maintaining a database on the water quality of the water supply systems within the region of operation.
    Any other duties assigned by the Manager.

Requirement:

    Graduate with a minimum of a Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) or any related qualification from a recognized institution, with demonstrated field experience in related fields for not less than 3 years.
    Experience of previous assignments in the water and sanitation sector will be an added advantage.

Experience: 3




How to apply:
Applications with full curriculum vitae, names of at least two (2) referees with certified photocopies of academic/professional/ experience certificates, etc. should be delivered / sent to: The Manager, Central Umbrella of Water & Sanitation, P.O. Box 80, Wakiso Wakiso District Local Government Headquarters

Deadline for receiving applications is 1st March 2013. Note:

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


Deadline: 01/03/2013

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Jobs at Office of the Auditor General (OAG) in Uganda - Driver

JOB TITLE: Driver (1 Vacancy)

REPORTS TO: Assistant Secretary

SALARY SCALE: U8

AGE: 35 Years and above +

JOB REF: ADM. 56/136/01 Vol.3 (01/13)

TERMS OF SERVICE: Permanent terms.

Main Purpose of the Job

To drive OAG vehicles as required and monitor their condition

Key Outputs

• Vehicles carefully and safely driven

• Condition of vehicles reported

• Record of vehicle movement maintained


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. O -Level School Certificate;

2. Driving Permit for classes B and above;

3. Certificates in defensive driving, basic mechanics and/or vehicle fault diagnosis and troubleshooting;

4. Minimum of 10 years working experience in a reputable organization.


Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensure the vehicle is driven as assigned.

2. Maintain accurate and up-to- date records on trips, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition and other records as required.

3. Ensure the vehicle is clean and tidy.

4. Ensure timely reporting of major mechanical faults on the vehicle.

5. Ensure the vehicle is parked safely at all times.

6. Drive OAG motor vehicles as instructed

7. Ensure maximum security of vehicle and its accessories when under his/her charge

8. Ensure safety of passengers and cargo under his charge

9. Monitor condition of vehicle and promptly report the condition to superiors

10. Maintain a record of movements for the vehicle(s) assigned to him/her

11. Carry out minor repairs and adjustments on the vehicles.

12. Report any accident incidents the vehicle gets involved in to the supervisor and police as required

Special Knowledge

• Basic technical knowledge of motor vehicle operations

• Road signs

• Traffic laws and rules

Key Skills

• Vehicle control and manoeuvre

• Defensive driving

• Interpersonal relations

Other Qualities/Attributes

• Courtesy

• Patience

Applications must be accompanied by:

1. A detailed typed curriculum vitae

2. Certified copies of academic qualifications.

3. Names of three (3) referees and their contacts.

4. A recent passport size photograph.

5. A recommendation from the Chief Mechanical Engineer, Ministry of Works

6. All applications should be submitted on Public Service Commission (PSC) Form 3 (revised 2008) obtained

from the Public Service Commission Offices, Ministry/Department headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.

7. Applications through Post Office should be by registered mail.

8. To reach not later than 4th March, 2013 before 4.00 p.m.

9. Applications received shall be acknowledged by this office.

10. Late submission shall not be considered.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Auditor General

Office of the Auditor General

P.O Box 7083, Kampala


Deadline: 04/03/2013

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