Program Manager Basic Education Job Vacancy at Save the Children Uganda

Job Title: Program Manager Basic Education
Job Description

Program Manager Basic Education (1 position Re advertised )

Duty Station: Kampala

The Program Manager, Basic Education will work under the direct control and supervision of the Program Director.

Job Purpose:

The Programme Manager Basic Education will take the lead in developing and managing Save the Children’s Basic Education technical portfolio of education programs in the country and will be responsible for achievement of program goals and objectives, and for reportng on program implementation and outcomes. The Programme Manager Basic Education, with specific expertise in Basic Education, will be responsible for overall management of Basic Education projects, coordination of all project activities and the completion of all Basic Education requirements in Uganda. The Programme Manager Basic Education will also provide line management supervision to education partnership managers in the-field.

In addition, the Programme Manager Basic Education will be responsible for working with the Education Leadership Team to develop the overall Education strategy, increasing staff capacity to deliver high quality programmes and advocacy at a national and regional level to be the voice for children in Uganda. This will include overseeing effective implementation of planned objectives for Education, the provision of technical guidance to on-going programmes, assistance to and leadership of fundraising efforts and proposal development activities, and representation of the Basic Education portfolio to external stakeholders.

Academic back ground, Experience & Person Specifications;

•    A minimum of Bachelors degree with a focus on in a field such as Social Sciences, Education, Development Studies, or another relevant field. Graduate or post-graduate training in project

-    planning & management, monitoring and evaluation, community development & research or related field is an added advantage

•    A minimum of 8 years relevant working experience with at least 3 years at management level in an international NGO.

•    Thorough understanding and demonstrated commitment to child rights issues, and the direct link between children’s rights and laws and policies of government.

•    Commitment to gender equity, child rights, community empowerment, and grassroots development approaches

•    Working knowledge of Basic Education (formal, non formal, vocational ed. and emergency ed.) programming and policy development.

•    Understanding of national government policy frameworks on Education and how to contribute to child development with political analysis skills, sensitivity and diplomacy.

•    A professional progression towards increasing technical responsibilities.

•    Strong financial, planning and budget management skills and experience.

•    Strategic management skills

•    Planning, organising and People management skills – team building

•    Effective interpersonal skills – oral and written communication skills

•    Computer literacy skills – MS Office applications, word, excel, PowerPoint, Spread sheets

•    Strong facilitation, presentation, documentation and advocacy skill



How to Apply

Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors and copies of academic testimonials/ certificates should be submitted to;

The Head of Human Resources & Administration Save the Children in Uganda Plot 68/70, Kira Road, P 0 Box 12018 – Kampala Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org

Note: Closing date for receiving applications is 25th June 2012. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity.

Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Project Coordinator – Disaster Risk Reduction Job Vacancy at Save the Children Uganda

Job Title: Project Coordinator – Disaster Risk Reduction

Job Description

Project Coordinator- Disaster Risk Reduction (1 position)

Duty Station; Moroto

The Project Coordinator Disaster Risk Reduction will work under the direct control and supervision of the Partnership Manager Integrated Programs.
Job Purpose:

The job holder is responsible for providing ongoing capacity support and coordination of the project activities and partners with project planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation and reporting on Disaster Risk Reduction.

Academic back ground, Experience & Person Specifications;

•    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, social work and/or related fields or the equivalent ac accrued working experience in a related position. A post-graduate qualification is an added advantage.

•    At least three years’ demonstrable working experience (preferably in an NGO context) in grassroots projects in managing community-based disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, livelihoods and /or food security processes, with demonstrated experience in project planning and management including ability to handle multiple tasks.

•    Ability to organize and lead large stakeholders’ trainings in many regions of Uganda.

•    Experience in facilitating organizational capacity building and development for local government technical staff, local NGOsI CSOs and local community groups.

•    Experience in program design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and grant report

•    Excellent communication skills in English (additional knowledge of local languages and operating    context of Karamoja are preferred).

•    Willingness to work and live in Karamoja.



How to Apply

Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors and copies of academic testimonials/ certificates should be submitted to;

The Head of Human Resources & Administration Save the Children in Uganda Plot 68/70, Kira Road, P 0 Box 12018 – Kampala Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org

Note: Closing date for receiving applications is 25th June 2012. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity.

Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Manager Procurement Job Vacancy at National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC)

Job Title: Manager Procurement

Job Description

Manager Procurement

National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) a leading organisation in the water sector in Uganda with a vision to be one of the leading water utilities in the world seeks to recruit a suitably qualified candidate to fill the vacant position mentioned below:-

(1)    JOB TITLE: Manager Procurement
MAIN PURPOSE:

As a key member of the Management Team, the person holding this position is responsible for developing, managing, supporting and providing strategic direction to the procurement function of NWSC.

MAJOR ACTIVITIES OF THE JOB
1)    To manage the procurement and disposal unit activities of NWSC.
2)    To ensure value for money and timely procurement of goods, services. & works to meet internal customer requirements within the agreed time frames.
3)    To ensure compliance with PPDA and international procurement regulations.
4)    To ensure value for money timely disposal of assets to meet customer requirements within the agreed time frames.
5)    To ensure the NWSC annual consolidated procurement and disposal plans are prepared and implemented in line with the Corporation’s strategic plans and budgets.
6)    Ensure effective communication with user departments and provide feedback to them on the status of their procurement requisitions.
7)    Ensure that the periodic statutory and administrative reports on all procurements are prepared, compiled and dispatched.

8)    Professional guidance on procurement and disposal and capacity building of key stakeholders in the procurement cycle.



(2)    QUALIFICATIONS

•    A Masters Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain and Logistics Management, Business Administration and Management from a reputable educational institution.

•    Professional qualification in Procurement, CIPS or Supply Chain Management.

(3)    EXPERIENCE

•    Minimum of 8 years work experience with four years at senior management level in a large and busy reputable organization.

•    Must have demonstrated knowledge of PPDA Act, Regulations, Guidelines and procedures and international procurement.

•    Age Limit: Below 45 years of age.

(4)    COMPETENCIES: The individual should:

•    Have a proven track record of high integrity and honesty.

•    Possess advanced contracts formulation, evaluation and negotiation skills.

•    Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

•    Knowledge of computer and e-procurement.

•    Possess strong leadership skills, be able to motivate and influence others.

•    Be able to think creatively and strategically, have excellent judgment and be able to work in a changing environment.



How to Apply

Interested individuals should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualifications addressed to the Human Resource Manager, P.O. Box 7053 Kampala or hand deliver them at NWSC Head Office Plot 39 Jinja Road.

All applications should reach us not later than 06th July 2012 before 5:00pm.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Head of Trade, Economic Policies, Lobbying and Advocacy Job Vacancy at UNCCI

Job Title: Head of Trade, Economic Policies, Lobbying and Advocacy

Job Description

Head of Trade, Economic Policies, Lobbying and Advocacy

The Uganda National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UNCCI) is the longest serving private sector membership organisation in Uganda. UNCCI’s mission is to strengthen the •private sector in Uganda by promoting and assisting business.

JAVA CONSULTING LTD Promotes Performance Excellence of the Human Capital and Organizations.

We are honoured to have been retained by UNCCI to recruit for it two departmental heads as explained below:

Head of Trade, Economic Policies, Lobbying and Advocacy (Job Ref JVA 00160)_

Reporting to the Secretary General the jobholder’s responsibilities will be as follows:

•    Create greater awareness and sensitization of key players and the general public on the need for a favourable business environment for the Chamber’s members.

•    Develop strategies for lobbying the government and other stakeholders to create and sustain favourable business and trade policies.

•    Create, mainstream and sustain advocacy in all UNCCI departments and structures.

•    Network and co-operate with national and international players in pursuit of UNCCI’s members’ interests.

•    Carry out research on policy and trade matters so as to keep abreast of the best practices.

Person specification:

•    A minimum of five years experience in business in a competitive result focused environment.

•    Proven experience in advocacy work as well as Data collection, Research, Report writing, and Documentation.

•    Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

•    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Economics or Business or Journalism



How to Apply

The Director, Recruitments and Selection,

JAVA Consulting Ltd

Plot 116, Bukoto Street, Kamwokya,

(Clearly Signposted)

P.O.BOX 2979, Kampala

Telephones: 0414533216/7;

Email: java@javaconsult.co.ug

Head of Public Relations/IT Jobs at The Uganda National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UNCCI)

Job Title: Head of Public Relations/IT

Job Description

Head of Public Relations/IT (Job Ref:JVA 00161)

The Uganda National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UNCCI) is the longest serving private sector membership organisation in Uganda. UNCCI’s mission is to strengthen the •private sector in Uganda by promoting and assisting business.

JAVA CONSULTING LTD Promotes Performance Excellence of the Human Capital and Organizations.

We are honoured to have been retained by UNCCI to recruit for it two departmental heads as explained below:

Reports to the Secretary General

Key Duties:

•    The successful applicant will be expected to build and manage an internal and external technical platform for countrywide information dissemination aimed at delivering high volumes of high quality work within short term limits.

•    Initiating and planning PR Campaigns

•    Answering enquiries ” from individuals, members, journalists and other organizations

•    Developing and maintaining good working relations with the media.

•    Organizing special events such as press conferences, exhibitions, competitions.

•    Maintaining and updating information on UNCCI’s website.

Qualifications:
•    Great interpersonal and communication skills with a minimum of five year’s continuous working experience in Public Relations.

•    Should be result oriented with leadership and teamwork abilities and motivation to work in a membership driven private sector organization among others.

•    Knowledge of operation of Management Information Systems

•    Relevant first degree in Public Relations, Mass Communication, IT or Computer Science or any related field and should have worked in a private sector environment.

•    Proficiency in at least three languages.

Remuneration:

UNCCI will pay competitive commercial level salaries to the successful candidates. In addition, there will be performance related pay where appropriate and applicable.

Qualified candidates should send us comprehensive applications and up-to-date CV’s, with day-time telephone numbers, by e-mail or courier or hand deliver to the address below so as to reach us by Saturday, ao1″ June 2012. Your application should include three referees, none of whom should be your relative and all of wliom should have supervised you, taught you or known you through your work. Their telephone and e-mail addresses will be essential. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Monday, 2nd July 2012.

You should also summarize your earnings as stated in the box below. Candidates who do not provide their remuneration information will be disqualified.

Job  Reference  number    Current  monthly  salary    Your  benefits  in-kind’



How to Apply

The Director, Recruitments and Selection,

JAVA Consulting Ltd

Plot 116, Bukoto Street, Kamwokya,

(Clearly Signposted)

P.O.BOX 2979, Kampala

Telephones: 0414533216/7;

Email: java@javaconsult.co.ug

Finance Officer Job Vacancy at Concern Worldwide

Job Title: FINANCE OFFICER

Job Description

FINANCE OFFICER

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Our mission is to help people living in extreme poverty achieve major improvements in their lives which last and spread without ongoing support from Concern. To achieve this mission we engage in long term development work, respond to emergency situations, and seek to address the root causes of poverty through our development education and advocacy work.

Concern Worldwide Uganda is recruiting for a Finance Offieer-Partners position. This position is based in Kampala with 70% travel within Uganda. Applications are invited from suitable candidates with the skills and experience below;

FINANCE OFFICER

Reporting to the Country Financial Controller- Kampala
Job Summary; The Finance Officer – Partners will ensure all aspects of Concern’s financial procedures and processes with partners are effectively carried out. This will include the development of appropriate financial clauses in partner agreement, the monitoring of partner expenditure and performance, the development of partner capacity building strategies and assistance to partners and programme managers in the planning and design phase projects; reviewing partners’ reports and maintaining them in Concern’s systems.

The position will require a high degree of technical financial knowledge with strong training skills with the two key objectives of supporting and counterparting partners towards achieving programme objectives and ensuring Concern’s monies are utilized in the appropriate and a transparent manner

Essential:

•    Extensive accounting and financial management experience with an international NGO or similar organization

•    Partner grant management experience/skills

•    At least 2 years audit experience.

•    University Degree in Accounting or related discipline.

•    Advanced (Level 2 minimum) part-Qualified Accountants (ACCA ,CPA (U) or CPA)

•    Highly computer literate with excellent excel skills.

•    Knowledge of computerized accounts package essential.

•    Proven attention to detail

•    Strong leadership, people management, interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

•    Ability to produce high quality work and balance competing priorities within demanding timeframes.

•    Flexible & adaptable; willing to travel as required to field offices (70% of time will be spent visiting Partner field offices)

•    Excellent/Proven training skills

•    A strong empathy for the work Concern carries out.

Concern is an equal opportunities & corruption intolerant employer. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Anyone working for Concern must agree to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the Concern Code of Conduct and the Programme Participant Protection Policy. Each of which is intended to ensure the appropriate behaviour of Concern staff and ensure the maximum protection of programme participants.

Concern receives a substantial amount of funding from external donors each year. Increasingly donors are introducing requirements whereby future funding is conditional on Concern ensuring that the names of any new employee or volunteer do not appear on terrorism lists generated by the European Union. (List of person, groups and entities to which Regulation (EC No. 2580/2001 applies), the US Government (Office of Foreign Assets Control list of specially designated Nationals and Blocked Persons) and the United Nations (Consolidated list). By submitting a formal application for paid or voluntary employment to Concern Uganda, you agree to Concern carrying out a clearance check as outlined above and that Concern Uganda will not proceed to recruit you should your name appear on any of the aforementioned lists.



How to Apply

Suitable applicants are invited to send a detailed CV (maximum 3 pages) with a coverir: letter, relevant certificates, name and address of at least three work related referees one of which must be your current line Manager and your daytime contact telephone number. Your application should be sent to;

The Human Resources Department, Concern Worldwide Uganda, P.O. Box 6599, Kampala or email to concern.uganda@concern.net. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview. The closing date for receipt of applications is Saturday, 7th July 2012

Planning Expert Job Vacancy at Trademark East Africa

Job Title: Planning Expert

Job Description

Planning Expert

Trademark East Africa is in need of consultancy services of a Planning Expert  to assist in coordinating and implementing of the Common Market Protocol and implementing of a Financial Management Information Systems (FMIS) respectively for the EAC.

Terms of reference for this consultancy and an application form can be obtained at www.trademarkea.com. Any queries should be directed to procurement@trademarkea.com only.



How to Apply

The closing date for applications is 6th July 2012. Completed application forms and CVs should be emailed to procurement@trademarkea.com. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

National Consultant Job Vacancy at Uganda Human Rights Commission

Job Title: National Consultant

Job Description

National Consultant

Back ground

In 2006, the Constitutional Court in Uganda Law Society V. AG (Constitutional Petition No. 18/2005) declared the trial of civilians in military court martial unconstitutional, a decision that was subsequently upheld by the Supreme Court on appeal in AG V. Uganda Law Society (Constitutional Appeal SCCA No. 1/2006) in 2009. Recently in September 2011, UPDF Defence and Army Spokesperson announced that a directive had been issued by the UPDF administration to cease the trial of civilians in court martial. On this basis, the Uganda Human Rights Commission whose mandate is to protect and promote human rights as guaranteed by the Constitution and other binding human rights instruments, in collaboration with the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights-Uganda office whose mandate includes providing technical assistance to the competent authorities in relation to measures to promote and protect human rights in the country, will undertake a joint project to monitor the operation and process of transfer of civilian cases from court martial system to ordinary civilian courts to assess the effective implementation of the UPDF directive, the operation and functionality of the court martial system to determine the extent of compliance to established standards of fair trial and due process with a view to identify capacity gaps and recommend appropriate procedural and institutional reforms.

Objectives/Purpose

Uganda Human Rights Commission in collaboration with the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Uganda (OHCHR) seek to engage a Ugandan National consultant to implement specific activities under this project and in particular the following:

1.    Conduct research on the operations of the court martial system in Uganda in order to assess the military courts’ compliance with the national, regional and international human rights instruments and principles of fair trial guarantees and the due process of the law.

2.    To monitor the status of the proposed transition process and procedure of transfer of civilian cases to the ordinary court system and ascertain whether it conforms to established principles of fair trial and due process.

3.    The consultant in close collaboration with UHRC/OHCHR will also assess the Court martial trials where military personnel are tried and prosecuted for human rights violations in response to the right to effective remedy with a view to inform necessary institutional reforms and strategies.



How to Apply

Please visit http://jobs.undp.org/ and submit application. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. UHRC/OHCHR is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply. Those who applied before are not eligible and should not re-apply.

O/c Market and Credit Risk Job Vacancy at Housing Finance Bank

Job Title: O/c Market and Credit Risk

Job Description

O/c Market and Credit Risk

JOB REF:    RSK3.2

JOB TITLE:    O/c Market and Credit Risk

RANK:    Manager

REPORTS TO:    Head Risk Department

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

■    Establish and manage risk database for losses, near misses and abnormal gains bank wide in line with Basel II categorization.

■    Develop Market risk management tools such as Key Risk Indicators, Risk and Control Self Assessment, risk dash boards, heat maps.

■     Proactively participate in training and coaching of bank staff in areas of Risk management.

■    Effectively identify market risk from within as well as from external factors and create mitigating systems and mechanisms.

■    Participate in the establishment and implementation of an integrated frame work for measuring and monitoring market risk across the bank.

■    Compiling pertinent analytical reports for Asset and Liabilities Committee (ALCO).

■    Carrying out pertinent research and keeping abreast of relevant developments (skills, techniques, concepts, etc) in the market risk realm.

■    Analyze term sheets from the strategic partners and ensure that a proper hedging mechanism has been put in place.

■    Monitoring the credit exposures of the Bank.

■     Provide pro-active oversight reviews to ensure that risk taking remains within limits set by Senior Management/ Board of Directors with any material exception to Risk Management policies and tolerances being reported to Senior Management^ Board of Directors.
■      Provide support to ALCO in building and implementing Asset and liability policies and procedures.

■    Ensure that the Bank has adequate contingency plans to identify Market risk stress situations ahead of time and measures to deal with such unusual situations in a timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

■    A good undergraduate degree in any of the following fields; Statistics, Economics, Accounting & Banking from a, reputable university.

■    Public Accounting qualification and or MBA.
EXPERIENCE:

■    Minimum of 6 years experience in a Banking environment with at least 3 years in management of Market and Credit’ Risk.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

■     Sound knowledge of accounting and financial analysis, financial markets and products, credit analysis, banking operations and banking industry issues.

■    Strong analytical skills and attention to detail and sound knowledge of the macroeconomic environment and its impact on banking business and bank’s target markets/ customers.

■    Excellent report writing and analytical skills.

■    Excellent Interpersonal & networking skills.

■    Strong Communication skills.

■    High degree of Integrity & confidentiality.

■    Good Computer skills and knowledge is desirable.

AGE

■    Not above 40 years.

SALARY AND BENEFITS ARE VERY ATTRACTIVE



How to Apply

Hand written applications must be accompanied by:

* A detailed curriculum Vitae.

* Copies of academic qualifications and professional training documents/certificates.

■ Three (3) letters from referees.

Note: Please indicate the Job reference on the top right hand corner of the application envelope.

Applications should reach NOT later than Friday 29th June 2012 and be addressed to:

Head Human Resource & Administration Department

Housing Finance Bank

Plot 4 Wampewo Avenue, Kololo

P. O. Box 1539, KAMPALA

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Sun Systems Administrator Job Vacancy at Trademark East Africa

Job Title: Sun Systems Administrator

Job Description

Sun Systems Administrator
Trademark East Africa is in need of consultancy services of  a Sun Systems Administrator to assist in coordinating and implementing of the Common Market Protocol and implementing of a Financial Management Information Systems (FMIS) respectively for the EAC.

Terms of reference for this consultancy and an application form can be obtained at www.trademarkea.com. Any queries should be directed to procurement@trademarkea.com only.



How to Apply

The closing date for applications is 6th July 2012. Completed application forms and CVs should be emailed to procurement@trademarkea.com. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted