Wednesday 28 November 2012

Field Operations Manager Job Vacancy at CLUSA Uganda


Job Title: Field Operations Manager

Job Description

Essential Areas of Responsibility

* Responsible for designing and documenting technical interventions that are both sustainable and meet donor requirements as part of the contractual agreement;

 *Provide oversight and mentoring to technical staff ensuring timely work plans and accomplishments towards funding agreement goals;

* Responsible for consolidated monthly work plans, budget projections as well as projections towards indicators completion;

* Lead role in ensuring collaborative efforts with program stakeholders such as farmers, farmer groups, government, other nongovernmental organizations working in the target zones, and all private sector and tfiird party partnersfimpiementers;

* Attend and represent me program at official meetings with government and other partners in a professional manner; and

* Participate in new business development efforts.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Degree in agriculture, business, or cooperative development field with a minimum of 8 years management experience. Strong computer and communication skills. Previous work in rural areas a must; preferably northern Uganda.

How to Apply

The National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA Uganda is seeking highly qualified individuals to support a United States Department of Agriculture funded project to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes through adoption of conservation agriculture techniques in Uganda. CLUSA Uganda is seeking individuals for the above position to be based in Kampala:

Mode of Application:
Application letters and CV with 3 traceable referees including immediate supervisors should be sent to Chief of Party, CLUSA Uganda, via e-mail to clusauganda@ncba.coop ,with the position title clearly referenced in the subject line. Please provide daytime contact telephone number. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 1st December 2012

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager Jobs at CLUSA Uganda


Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager

Job Description

Essential Areas of Responsibility

• Manage program Perforrnance Management Ran including process of data collection, analysis, storage and reporting for all donors;

• Supervise three field-based Monitoring Assistants and coordinate work plans:

• Provide support to sub-awardees in proper reporting and data collection:

• Maintain accurate files for all performance indicators for the program and for all grantee’s activities progress;

• Manage design of web-based monitoring system for program data entry and analysis.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Degree holder with a minimum of 5 year experience with donor funded monitoring and evaluation systems. Strong computer and communication skills. Previous work in rural areas a must: preferably northern Uganda

How to Apply

The National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA Uganda is seeking highly qualified individuals to support a United States Department of Agriculture funded project to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes through adoption of conservation agriculture techniques in Uganda. CLUSA Uganda is seeking individuals for the above position to be based in Kampala:

Mode of Application:
Application letters and CV with 3 traceable referees including immediate supervisors should be sent to Chief of Party, CLUSA Uganda, via e-mail to clusauganda@ncba.coop ,with the position title clearly referenced in the subject line. Please provide daytime contact telephone number. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 1st December 2012

Accountant ob Vacancy at KSK Associates


Job Title: Accountant

Job Description


• Carrying out day to day jobs of accounts, including cash and bank transactions handling;
• Periodically verifying the accounts balance of sales and posting the entries in ledgers;
• Periodical preparation of Bank reconciliations and other important accounts reconciliations;
• Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports;
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions;
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures;
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness;
• Prepare and review budgets, private funding ,revenue, expenditures, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents;
• Analyze revenue and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control;
• Explain billing invoices and accounting policies to staff, vendors and clients.
• Recommend, develop and maintain financial data bases, computer software systems and manual filing systems;
• Supervise the input and handling of financial data and reports for the company’s automated financial systems.
• Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits; and
• Other duties as assigned.

How to Apply

Interested persons should submit their applications together with:
attached copies of all academic qualifications(transcripts and certificates);
detailed CVs and mobile telephone numbers;
3 work references and or/academic references
Forward applications through soft copy to; recruitment@kskassociates.net not later than 23/11/2012 before 5pm.
You could also physically deliver your application to any of our offices in Uganda.
Kindly address applications to;
The Recruitment Officer
KSK Associates Financial Consultants
Annex 2 Ruth Towers Plot 15 A, Clement Hill
P.O Box 70434 Kampala-Uganda.

Corporate Communications Officer Jobs at Uganda Road Fund


Job Title: Corporate Communications Officer (Re- Advertised)

Job Description

(Reporting to Manager. Corporate Services)

Main Duties:

1. Menace the Internal Communications

a) Develop and implement URF communications strategy in line with the company ‘s corporate Business Plan;

b) Develop and manage URF Public Relations program to ensure that stakeholders and the general public are informed of the purpose, activities, limitations and achievements of the Fund;

c) Prepare regular (monthly and quarterly) and ad hoc performance reports for the Executive Director: Prepare speeches for the Executive Director, the Board and other speakers for presentation at URF and related occasions

2. Manage External Communications

a) Prepare press briefs and conferences, newsletters, brochures, media advertisements, interviews on TV and Radio and other public communications for the Fund;

b) Manage URF s participation in external events (le trade shows and exhibitions)

c) Ensure access to information by authorized persons/agencies relating to the activities of the Fund, including performance against published benchmarks;

d) Provide updated and accurate general and technical information for that Fund’s websites;

e) Publicize activities and achievements of the Fund;

f) Handle inquiries and complaints from the public including initiating responses to such complaints in consult at on with the Executive Director,

g) Develop program and activities aimed at strengthening URF s Image and corporate brand.

3. Undertake other functions and duties that may be delegated to the position from time to time.

 Qualifications and competencies

Applicants must possess a degree in Mass Communication.

Public relations or relevant field and have at least 5 years’ experience in developing and managing corporate program communications in a reputable organization, preferably in the transport/roads sub-sector or donor funded projects. A post-graduate qualification in Mass Communication Public relations or related field is desirable.

Competencies:

a) Understanding of principles of corporate communications and media relations:

b) Ability to conduct research and prepare reports;

c) Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and demonstrate capacity to develop and manage corporate and program communications.

d) Strong interpersonal anc1 organizational skills;

e) Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.

f) Ability to effectively organize and manage events

g) Extensive experience with computer applications Microsoft Office. Word. Excel. PowerPoint and Access Experience with the social media including face book, YouTube. Twitter and Flickr

Age limit: Not more than 45 years

Salary and Benefits

This position will be offered under a contract of three years, renewable. Attractive salary and conditions will be available to the right candidate.





How to Apply

The Uganda Road Fund (URF) is a body corporate established by Uganda Road Fund Act 2008 to finance the routine and periodic maintenance of public roads The Fund seeks to recruit a Corporate Communication* Officer and accordingly Invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position at the Secretariat,
The Road Fund is a new entity and the Secretariat will need an energetic and dynamic person with the drive necessary to deliver a demanding business plan. Consequently, only the candidate who will meet the requirements of the position will be considered for further evaluation and interview.

Conditions for Applications
Applications accompanied by (I) a capability statement detailing the applicant’s general qualifications, adequacy for the post or assignment and illustrated personal experience; (ii) copies of testimonials; (iii) detailed curriculum vitae showing positions held: (iv) current salary (v) 3 referees, and (vi) postal address, daytime telephone contacts and email address of applicants should be submitted either In hard copy or by email in portable document format (pdf) to:

The Executive Director,
Uganda Road Fund, 5th Floor Twed Towers, Plot 10, Kafu Road,
P.O. Box 7301, KAMPALA
or by email to info@roadfund.ug

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any form of canvassing will result in automatic disqualification The Uganda Road Fund is an equal opportunity employer

Deadline: 7th December 2012

Operations Officer Jobs at The Stop Malaria Project


Job Title: Operations Officer
Job Description

Tasks and Responsibilities

The Operations Officer will be responsible for providing comprehensive project management support services to the Stop Malaria Protect play an active role as a teem member of the project team end provide project administrative, management and technical expertise in the implementation and monitoring of the assigned protects.

She/He will develop and maintain productive relationships with the Stop Malaria technical and financial sections and various other external project stakeholders and will work with the project teams to ensure the assigned projects achieve the set goals and objectives on time

The Operations Officer will have a full understanding of the Stop Malaria Project and assigned project funders regulations and will ensure project teams adhere to these regulations in the course of implementation of project activities

Duties:

Provide administrative end logistical support related to the procurement, custody and delivery of commodities and general SMP-related supplies and equipment
Manage operational/administrative project-related documentation and ensure appropriate electronic and hard copy distribution, filing and archiving
Maintain a database of project partners and stakeholders and liaise with them as needed
Coordinate protect related travel activities for the project team and activity participants
Develop, manage and retire project operational/administrative budgets and advances.
Play an active role as an operational/administrative project team member and coordinate the project team efforts by putting in place regular communication mechanisms
Ensure operational/administrative protect compliance with Stop Malaria and donor regulations in the implementation and monitoring of protect activities-
Develop innovative and needs based project management systems
Represent the Stop Malaria Project at relevant meetings and fora
Coordinate with technical staff to collect M&E data from zonal offices
Identify reliable vehicle hire services in the districts SMP covers and negotiate competitive rates/establish agreements for set rates
Coordinate and fulfill supply orders between Kampala and SMP Zonal offices
Monitor supply inventory and putting into place a working store monitoring system
Maintain an inventory of SMP equipment per USAID requirements and verity the inventory semi-annually.
Organize maintenance and repair of office equipment.
Create and maintain an efficient system tor vertical maintenance scheduling/ tracking planning and coordination
Encourage SMP staff to be proactive about transport requests.
Maintain a coordinated quarterly SMP travel schedule, which can be updated monthly and will indicate weekly districts/zones to be visited by staff
Ensure CCPs SMP vehicles are comprehensively insured
Establish a controlled refusing system (e g introducing fuel-coupons) obtaining credit services with a fuel company, maintaining a fuel card or any other method that will improve on internal controls)
Monitor and compare vehicle hire requests with invoices from vehicle hire services rendered.
Set up and be the first-line of support tor any SMP office locations, including coordinating furniture supplies and other logistic needs.
Ensure an orientation plan is in place for new staff before they join SMP
Manage the Administrative Assistant, Office Attendant Receptionist and Drivers (8).
Take on additional administrative tasks when necessary.
 REQUIRED Education, Experience and Skills:

Demonstrated high degree of integrity
Honest and able to manage and account for hinds accurately
Must have at least five years demonstrated experience in procurement and logistics management par USAID. FAR and other applicable CFR guidelines
Must be fluent and communicate efficiency and effectively in English -both written and spoken and familiarity with Luganda
Ability to lead and work effectively as part of a team
Strong computer skills including Windows and Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience of internal control procedures
Experience working in an NGO environment preference of five years and above
Ability to analyze, interpret and present management information and maintain accurate records
Energetic self-starter who can see what needs to be done and make it happen
Bachelor’s degree or higher in business administration on related field
Must have at least 5 years experience managing the administrative and operational aspects of an office
Desired Experience skills:

Experience with managing stores including establishing an inventory control systems is an advantage;
Experience working and liaising effectively with District and other government bodies.
Experience in the preparation of activity budgets and a range of financial and organizational administrative duties;
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment; ability to work well with others;
Previous experience working on USAID-funded projects
Communication skills both verbal and written
How to Apply

The Stop Malaria Project (SMP) is a five-year USAID funded initiative awarded in September 2008 The project is being implemented by a consortium of partners- led by the Johns Hopkins University. Bloomberg School of Public Health. Center for Communication Programme (JHU/CCP). Other Partners include Malaria Consortium; Communication for Development Foundation -Uganda (CDFU) and Infectious Diseases Institute Limited (Id). SMP is recruiting for an Operations Officer for a period of 9-12 months

Please deliver copies of your CV, academic transcripts/testimonials and three professional referees to;
John Hopkins University
Center for communication programmes,
Plot 15 Binayomba Avenue Bugolobi (same street as royal suites, ambrossoli International School) Attn: HR Manager

Deadline: 03rd December 2012