Jobs at Capital Radio Ltd in Uganda - Head of Sales

Job Title:  Head of Sales

Capital  Radio Ltd. Requires  a self  driven , dynamic  and  ambitious  individual  for the  position  above. Capital FM  in Uganda  and has  media  interests  elsewhere  in the region.


Responsibilities
•    He/she will  be a  super achiever , with  a basic  knowledge  of the  advertising  and  media  industry.
•    He/she  will have attention  to detail, and also  a successful  track  record  in Sales  and Marketing .
•    He/she  will have  the ability  to continually  achieve  monthly sales  targets.
•    The  successful  candidate  will  need  to exhibit  outstanding  team  relationship  and people skills  both internally as well  as  externally
•    He/she  will  be responsible  for  ; driving  sales  for both Capital  FM  and  Beat  FM  ;  developing  and  mentoring  an energetic  and dynamic  sales  team ; organizing  relevant  sales  activity  reports ;maintaining   developing and  growing   direct management  and agency  business ; driving  the  collection  process  for credit sales ; conducting  regular  training  sessions  with sales  staff  and  where necessary organizing  relevant  external  courses;  back  checking  the activities  of all  sales  personnel ; assigning  duties  , monitoring  progress  and  development  of the Deputy  Sales  Manager , Agency Sales  Manager ; and  any  other  duties  as assigned  by  management .


Qualifications
•    A  first  degree  is desirable  in Social  Sciences  or  Bachelor  of Commerce , Marketing  option.
•    Possession of an  MBA  will be  an added  advantage .
•    Diploma holders  who have  specialized  qualifications from  recognized  institutions in Marketing /Advertising ,  Sales  or  Public  Relations may  also  apply .
•    An  attractive  salary  package  as well as  first –rate  monthly bonuses  await  the  successful  candidate.
•    There are  also  exciting  career  prospects  for the  successful  candidate.


How to apply
Applications  should  be sent   to the General  Manager , Capital  Radio  Ltd  , P. O. Box  7638, Plot 1 A,  Cooper Road  , Kampala, Uganda  or via email to  recruit@capitalfm-ug.com

Deadline:  31  /08 /2013

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Accounts Assistant Jobs at Office of the Auditor General (OAG) in Uganda

Job Title:         Accounts Assistant
Reports To:         Accountant
Salary Scale:         U7
Age Limit:         Below 40 Years
Job Ref:         ADM. 561136/01 Vol.4 [6/13]
Terms of Service:     Permanent terms
The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) is an institution established under the provisions of Article 163 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda. Its mandate, functions and powers are enshrined in the National Audit Act, 2008. The main function of the OAG is to audit and report on the Public Accounts of Uganda and of all public offices or bodies and/or organizations established by an Act of Parliament.
 Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants should be Ugandans holding EITHER a Diploma majoring in accounting from a recognized Institution OR an accounting technician certificate.
Working Experience:
Applicants should have a minimum of two (2) years working experience as an Accounts Assistant in the Public Sector or reputable private sector organizations. Hands on experience of computerized accounting packages will be an added advantage.
Duties:
The incumbent will be responsible to the Accountant for performing the following duties:
•    Handling full clerical duties that involve inputting approved invoices or payment requests into the payment system;
•    Ensure proper filing and safety of payment vouchers:
•    Preparing payment vouchers for all cash payments:
•    Ensuring payment vouchers are attached to supporting documents;
•    Maintaining books of accounts and financial records;
•    Compiling accountability returns, verifying and retiring advances ledgers:
•    Maintaining primary financial records and up-to-date books of accounts;
•    Preparing periodic reconciliations of financial statements and carrying out monthly bank reconciliations;
•    Following up payments to ensure beneficiaries are communicated to promptly;
•    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.


How to Apply:
Applications must be accompanied by:
• Detailed typed curriculum vitae which clearly support the competencies required above.
• Certified Copies of academic qualifications, testimonials and professional training certificates.
• Names of three (3) referees and their contacts.
• A recent passport size photograph.
• All applications should be submitted on Public Service Form 3 (revised 2008) obtained from Public Service Commission offices, Ministry/Department headquarters and District Service Commission offices.
• Applications through Post Office should be by registered mail.
• Applications received shall be acknowledged by this office.
• All serving officers should channel their applications through their Heads of Department.
• Late submissions shall not be considered.
Applications should be addressed to: The Auditor General Treasury Building, Plot 2/12 Apollo Kagwa Road
P.O. Box 7083, KAMPALA

Deadline:    30/08/2013

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

Job Title:         Pool Stenographer (2 Vacancies)
Reports To:         Senior Assistant Secretary
Salary Scale:         U6
Age Limit:         Below 40 Years
Job Ref:         ADM. 56/136/01 Vo1.4 [5113]
Terms Of Service:     Permanent terms.

The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) is an institution established under the provisions of Article 163 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda. Its mandate, functions and powers are enshrined in the National Audit Act, 2008. The main function of the OAG is to audit and report on the Public Accounts of Uganda and of all public offices or bodies and/or organizations established by an Act of Parliament.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants should be Ugandans holding a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized Institution. WORKING Experience:
Applicants should have a minimum of two (2) years relevant working experience in the Public Sector or reputable private sector organizations.
Knowledge of the use of modern office equipment will be an added advantage.
Duties:
The incumbent will be responsible to the Senior Assistant Secretary for performing the following duties:
•    Typing and presenting accurate and error free work;
•    Ensuring timely work and information flow to and from the office:
•    Ensuring cleanliness and orderliness in the office;
•    Requisitioning and managing office supplies;
•    Arranging and following up on appointments;
•    Attending to phone calls and responding to stakeholder inquiries;
•    Ensuring that reports and data files are arranged in a perfect manner;
•    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.


How to Apply:
Applications must be accompanied by:
Detailed typed curriculum vitae which clearly support the competencies required above.
Certified Copies of academic qualifications, testimonials and professional training certificates,
Names of three (3) referees and their contacts,
A recent passport size photograph,
All applications should be submitted on Public Service Form 3 (revised 2008) obtained from Public Service Commission offices, Ministry/Department headquarters and District Service Commission offices.
Applications through Post Office should be by registered mail.
Applications received shall be acknowledged by this office.
All serving officers should channel their applications through their Heads of Department.
Late submissions shall not be considered.
Applications should be addressed to: The Auditor General Treasury Building, Plot 2/12 Apollo Kagwa Road P.O. Box 7083, KAMPALA

Deadline:    30/08/2013

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

Job Title:         Executive Assistant (2 Vacancies)
Reports To:         Senior Assistant Secretary
Salary Scale:         U4
Age Limit:         below 40 Years
Job Ref:         ADM. 56/136/01 Vol.4 [4/13]
Terms Of Service:     Permanent terms

The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) is an institution established under the provisions of Article 163 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda. Its mandate, functions and powers are enshrined in the National Audit Act, 2008. The main function of the OAG is to audit and report on the Public Accounts of Uganda and of all public offices or bodies and/or organizations established by an Act of Parliament.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Honors Bachelor's Degree Secretarial Studies or Office Management from a recognized University/Institution.
Working Experience:
•    Applicants should have a minimum of two (2) years working experience as an Executive Assistant/Personal Secretary in the Public Sector or reputable private sector organizations.
•    Knowledge of the use of modern office equipment will be an added advantage.
Duties:
The incumbent will be responsible to the Senior Assistant Secretary for performing the following duties:
•    Scheduling executive meetings and managing executive dairy of appointments;
•    Assisting executives in taking meeting minutes/notes, preparing documents and presentations;
•    Attending to phone calls and responding to stakeholders;
•    Ensuring that reports and data files are arranged in a perfect manner;
•    Ensuring client satisfaction with office services:
•    Ensuring timely work and information flow to and from the Office:
•    Ensuring cleanliness and orderliness in the office;
•    Requisitioning and managing office supplies:
•    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.


How to Apply:
Applications must be accompanied by:
Detailed typed curriculum vitae which clearly support the competencies required above.
Certified Copies of academic qualifications, testimonials and professional training certificates,
Names of three (3) referees and their contacts,
A recent passport size photograph,
All applications should be submitted on Public Service Form 3 (revised 2008) obtained from Public Service Commission offices, Ministry/Department headquarters and District Service Commission offices.
Applications through Post Office should be by registered mail.
Applications received shall be acknowledged by this office.
All serving officers should channel their applications through their Heads of Department.
Late submissions shall not be considered.
Applications should be addressed to: The Auditor General Treasury Building, Plot 2/12 Apollo Kagwa Road P.O. Box 7083, KAMPALA

Deadline:    30/08/2013

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Jobs at Save the Children in Uganda - Chief of Party

Job Title: Chief of Party, Uganda Advocacy for Better Health
Location:     Uganda - Kampala
Division:     International Programs
Description
Save the Children
Summary

The Chief of Party (COP) will work with Save the Children’s existing country office in Uganda, but will be solely responsible for the overall management of the USAID Cooperative Agreement for the anticipated five-year $20M Advocacy for Better Health Program. S/he will provide strategic and operational leadership to this project which will link with USAID’s strategy to:  improve overall health-seeking behavior, improve the quality of health services, increase the availability of health services, and increase accessibility of health services through the achievement of an enhanced enabling environment of health care in Uganda. 
Responsibilities
• Lead the program’s strategic, financial, and operational planning, including the annual work planning process and development of an appropriate exit strategy.
• Establish and guide overall technical direction of the project.
• Act as principal representative and liaison to all external stakeholders, including but not limited to USAID/Uganda and the Government of Uganda.
• Oversee the timely submission of all deliverables to USAID.
• Provide oversight and coordination with international and national sub-recipient partners.
• Supervise key program staff, both technical and managerial, and oversee the hiring process of all local personnel.
• Serve as key liaison with Save the Children partners and any local sub-grantees.
• Oversee the process of selection of sub-recipient CSO partners.
• Provide overall coordination of the institutional/organizational and technical capacity building of local partners and stakeholders.
• Fully inform Save the Children’s home/field office on all matters relating to the program, and maintain appropriate links with partner home/field offices.
• Ensure that efficient systems to support all aspects of the program (including sub-grant management, financial, capacity building and performance monitoring and reporting) are in place and support the effective use of program resources in compliance with USAID regulations and Save the Children policies.
• Liaise directly with host country government agencies including local governments, development partners, and CSOs including community based organizations.

Requirements
• Master’s degree or higher in public health, or related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of field-based experience managing large and complex overseas, multi-partner development programs, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa and working with local governments, civil society and communities.
• Experience managing large scale USAID funded project(s) at a senior level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with USAID (PEPFAR) policies, financial rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of decentralization in the Uganda context, Uganda’s sociopolitical economy, advocacy, health and education sectors.
• Demonstrated team player with visionary leadership.
• Extensive experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa; specific work experience in Uganda desirable
• Proven experience building capacity of local NGOs and government bodies.
• Experience in developing project work plans, budgets and managing the implementation, program staff and all short-term technical assistance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Fluency in English required.
• Ugandan nationals encouraged to apply.

Employee Type
Full-Time Regular

Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In times of acute crisis, we mobilize rapid assistance to help children recover from the effects of war, conflict and natural disasters. Each year, we and our partners reach millions of children in communities around the world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the well-being of children everywhere.

Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.


How to Apply:
https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&cws=1&rid=1989


Deadline: 30/08/2013

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