Principal Personnel Officer Job Vacancy at Kaabong District Service Commission

Job Title: Principal Personnel Officer (secretary DSC)
(Re-Advertised)
Salary Scale: U2
Reports to: Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
Ref : DSC/KBG/03/2012
Age: 30 and Above
Main Duties
Undertaking Administrative issues to facilitate the effective operation of the district Services
Recording minutes of the district services commission meetings and preparing related reports
Keeping safe custody of the records of the district service commission , advertising vacancies in local government for recruitments
Providing technical advise to the commission meetings invitation to members under the directions of the chair man
Noting and communicating decisions of the district service commission and submitting them to the relevant authorities
Person’s specifications
An Honors Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Management Science or social work and social Administration ,arts with Human Resources Management Science
A post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Possession of a masters Degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration and management shall be an added advantage
Experience six years professional working experience 3 of which should have been at a senior Human Resources Management level in a public or reputable organizations
Competences
Human Resource Management
Records and Information Management
Concern for quality and standards
Ethics ,integrity and confidentiality and communication

How to Apply
Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons for posts which exist in Kaabong District Local Government. Applications in triplicate each with photocopies of academic certificates and other supporting documents on PSC form 3 ( revised 2008) obtainable from district Service Commission offices country wide and public service commission offices, kampala with 3 recent passport photographs should be submitted to the Secretary, Kaabong District Service Commission P.O Box 1 Kotido not later than 5thth March 2012.

Jobs at Kaabong District Service Commission

Job Title: Senior Procurement Officer
(Re-Advertised)
Salary Scale: U3
Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer
Ref : DSC/KBG/04/2012
Age: 30 and Above
Main Duties
Goods and services procured in a timely and cost-effective manner
Adherence to procurement regulations government or donor enforced
Bidding documents and contracts prepared
Approved systems , procedures and guidelines for procurements secretariat and contacts committee developed
Approved contacts prepared , administered and issues and
Liaison with suppliers and other stake holders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
Persons Specifications
Either an Honors Bachelors Degree in Procurement / purchasing and supplies or business Administration with bias procurement supplies plus a post graduate diploma in public procurement management from a recognized university /institution
Full professional qualifications in supply chain Management
Experience
Should have at least 3 years of relevant working experience as a procurement officer from a reputable organizations
Competences
Coordinate , monitor and provide technical support in the implementation of procurement and disporsal of assets functions for local government to ensure value for money
How to Apply
Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons for posts which exist in Kaabong District Local Government. Applications in triplicate each with photocopies of academic certificates and other supporting documents on PSC form 3 ( revised 2008) obtainable from district Service Commission offices country wide and public service commission offices, kampala with 3 recent passport photographs should be submitted to the Secretary, Kaabong District Service Commission P.O Box 1 Kotido not later than 5thth March 2012.
 

Local Government Jobs

Job Title: District Engineer (Re-Advertised )
Salary Scale: U1E Vacancy
Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer
Ref : DSC/KBG/02/2012
Age: 30 and Above
Main Duties
Technical advise and guidance to stake Holders provided
Technical Specifications of contractors prepared
Supervision of technical works undertaken
Work plans and budgets for the district prepared
Building and other structural plans approved
Water and sanitation systems development and maintained
Engineering and work policies enforce
Persons Specifications
Should an Honors Bachelors Degree of Science in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution
Should have a masters in an engineering Field
Should be registered Engineering with Uganda Engineers Registration Board
Experience
At Least Nine Years in a civil engineering job, 3 of which should have been at the level of principal Engineer in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization
Competences
Coordinate and manage all engineering and Technical works in the district

How to Apply
Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons for posts which exist in Kaabong District Local Government. Applications in triplicate each with photocopies of academic certificates and other supporting documents on PSC form 3 ( revised 2008) obtainable from district Service Commission offices country wide and public service commission offices, kampala with 3 recent passport photographs should be submitted to the Secretary, Kaabong District Service Commission P.O Box 1 Kotido not later than 5thth March 2012.
 

Jobs at Wispro (U) Ltd

Job Title:Production Supervisor
About this job
Our Client Wispro (U) Ltd is one of the leading Skin Care and Cosmetics Manufacturers in Uganda. They require a Production Supervisor to manage their fast paced manufacturing environment.
The position requires an individual that has strong interpersonal skills and experience working inter-departmentally. The successful candidate will supervise the production process and employees to ensure that all production operations are completed accurately, timely and efficiently.
This is a key role reporting directly to the Managing Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
 Provide direction and instructions to production employees.
 Train new production employees in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
 Ensure production is running according to schedule.
 Verify all packaging is correct by inspecting the products.
 Ensure that all safety policies are being followed.
 Communicate production personnel issues with Managing Director.
 Verify finished goods are up to standard.
 Notify Managing Director if any out of specification products are found and complete a non-conforming form.
 Work in a safe manner at all times, complying with safety, health, environmental, and company policies.
 Maintain a safe work environment by ensuring that production floor and equipment are cleaned and repaired.
 Inspect for safety hazards and needed repairs and report to Management.
 Comply with and enforce all company policies.
 Use company approved personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for various tasks.
 Ensure that all production employees use company approved PPE as required for various tasks.
 Work cooperatively with co-workers, quality control employees and manager.
 Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work.
 All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
 Excellent, effective supervisory skills and Decision Making skills.
 Great communication skills.
 Operational knowledge of packaging/filling equipment.
 Good interpersonal skills.
 Attention to detail and accuracy.
 Engineering degree or equivalent qualifications.
 Candidates who have trained in this industry are advised to apply.
How to Apply:
Candidates that DO NOT FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.
Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.
DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.
Apply online and send an email to: wisprojobs@nftconsult.com
(In the SUBJECT LINE field please indicate the position you are applying for i.e Production Supervisor )

Deadline 21 Feb, 2012

Social Development Adviser Job Vacancy at Department for International Development (DFID)

Job Title: Social Development Adviser
Job Description
The Department for International Development (DFID) is leading the British government’s fight against world poverty. Our client DFID Uganda seeks to recruit two dynamic, experienced and adaptable individuals to join its country team.

Challenging Career Opportunity

DFID Uganda is seeking resourceful, experienced professionals to fill the vacancy Social Development Adviser based in the DFID Uganda Office in Kampala.

Social Development Adviser Position

The Social Development Adviser  will be part of the  programme  team supporting the  delivery of DFID Uganda’s results pertaining to poverty, vulnerability and exclusion.  She/he will lead DFID Uganda’s work on gender equality and women’s empowerment and will play a lead role in ensuring a social development perspective to DFIDU’s work on accountable governance, citizenship, justice and human rights. They will also support the current Social Development Adviser in providing a technical lead on social protection, HIV prevention and diversity.

Main tasks

•    Provide general social development advice across current and emerging DFIDU programmes and priorities as required
 •    Leading and managing DFID Uganda’s support to a joint UN programme on gender equality
 •    Supporting delivery of civil society work on gender based violence
 •    Supporting the Gender Champions team across the DFIDU office
 •    Actively contribute to the Gender Development Partners Group
 •    Provide advisory support on strengthening social accountability
 •    Provide social development advice to the Northern Uganda and diversity task teams
 •    Support the A2 Social Development Adviser’s lead on Social Protection, HIV Prevention and Diversity
 •    Ensure Communications and Corporate compliance
 •    Supporting project officers under the Gender Equality task team to ensure Financial Compliance and value for money

The ideal candidate must posses the primary technical competencies including; social and political analysis; poverty and vulnerability analysis, understanding of, and ability to influence and work with the structures, policies and processes important to support social change and to tackle poverty, vulnerability and exclusion

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience

•    A higher  degree in any of the following disciplines; social anthropology, sociology, political science, human geography, social policy/planning
 •    Experience in development work including ability to work with and influence primary stake-holders
 •    Expertise in social research
 •    Experience in applying social and political analysis to policy and programmes
 •    Excellent organisation and time management skills, communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

DFID Key Competencies for the Health Adviser and Social Development Adviser

•    Working with others
 •    Planning and delivery of work
 •    Analysis and use of information
 •    Decision-making
 •    Influencing

DFID is an accredited investor in people and is committed to supporting its staff to achieve their maximum potential and will provide opportunities for personal and professional development for the successful candidate, along with an attractive remuneration package. The work environment is dynamic and busy but pleasant.

DFID is an equal opportunities employer and would welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of religious belief, sex, race, sexual orientation, age or disability.

For more information about these vacancies and the work of DFID in Uganda visit www.dfid.gov.uk/countries/africa/uganda.asp

Clearly mark in subject field or envelope: “DFID – ‘Health Adviser” or ‘Social Development Adviser’. Attachments may not fill more than 2 MB.

Closing date for applications is 5.00 p,m, on Monday 5th  March 2012

While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
How to Apply
To apply please fill in the application form and the Positive Action Approach form which are available on the DFID Uganda website mentioned above, and e-mail or send these with a CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the post and how you meet the above competencies, with 3 work related referees including copies of certificates to the address below.
 People Performance Group
 Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante
 P.O. Box 12405, Kampala
 Attn.: The Director
 E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
 Web: www.ppg.co.ug