Procurement Management Trainee Jobs at NITA-U

Job Title: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT TRAINEE - JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the position of PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT TRAINEE at the National Information Technology Authority, Uganda (NITA-U) under the Finance and Administration.

JOB TITLE: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT TRAINEE
REPORTS TO:      PROCUREMENT SUPPORT OFFICER
DIRECTORATE:  FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT: PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL UNIT

Purpose of the Job:

To ensure that administrative tasks of the procurement and disposal unit are performed efficiently and effectively.

Key Results Area/Accountabilities

• Receive and distribute all correspondences to and from procurement and disposal unit;

• Register all the requisitions that are received in procurement and disposal unit;

• Update the procurement action register on a daily basis;

• Issue solicitation documents to potential bidders in accordance with PPDA Law;

• Receive and register bid submissions from bidders using relevant forms;

• Monitoring of pre-bid meeting dates, bid closing/opening dates, expiry dates of bid validity period, bid securities and performance securities;

• Filling of procurement and disposal records;

• Prepare documents for payment to providers;

• Any other duties as maybe assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, or its equivalent from a recognized University/Professional Institution

• Post graduate qualification in a relevant field is an added advantage.

Skills/Competencies

• Computer skills (Preferably Microsoft office Applications);

• Ability to work on own initiative as well as in a team;

• Excellent business acumen;

• Capacity to establish credibility, and trust and partnership;

• Analytical and problem –solving skills;

• Excellent interpersonal skills;

• Excellent report writing skills;

• Excellent communication skills;

• A person of integrity and honesty.

Experience

• At least one (1) year working experience gained while serving with a reputable public or private commercial or donor funded organization, at a similar level/position.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

As a responsible and equal opportunity employer, NITA-U is committed to providing competitive employment terms, rich career development opportunities and a healthy working environment to deserving professionals with the right qualifications, skills, competencies and experiences. This position falls under N4 scale and benefits are prescribed in the NITA-U policy documents

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested individuals who fully meet the required job specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited and encouraged to submit an application form (which can be downloaded from the NITA-U website), a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae specifying day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees and copies of certificates and testimonials to the address below,. The deadline for applications is 11th July 2012 at 5 pm

The Executive Director,

National Information Technology

Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),

Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo bypass)

P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda

Tel: 0417 801 038

Project Officer, Building Resilience to Drought Jobs at International Union for Conservation of Nature

 
Job Title:Project Officer, Building Resilience to Drought in the Karamoja Region
through Sustainable Natural Resources Management in the Okok Subcatchment
Position: Project Officer, BDR (Building Drought Resilience)
Location: Karamoja, Uganda
Background
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic
solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges. IUCN works on
biodiversity, climate change, energy, human livelihoods and greening the world economy by
supporting scientific research, managing field projects all over the world, and bringing
governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best
practice. IUCN is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental organization, with more
than 1,200 government and NGO members and almost 11,000 volunteer experts in some
160 countries. IUCN’s work is supported by over 1,000 staff in 45 offices and hundreds of
partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world.
The Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) of IUCN that coordinates the
implementation of the Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Program (ESARP) is based in
Nairobi under an Agreement between IUCN and the Government of Kenya. The BDR Karamoja
project is one of the projects within ESARP. The project is financed by European Commission
Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO) through Action Against Hunger (ACF). The
project is a response to an assessment carried out in 2011 that highlighted the need for the
completion and implementation of an Integrated Land and Water Resources Development and
Management Plan that was developed in order to sustainably respond to water demands in
agriculture, livestock production, human consumption and ecosystems. The project seeks to
improve understanding of the status of the natural resources, and the underlying causes of
vulnerability in the area of Okok sub-catchment, improve institutional capacity of local people to
develop and implement natural resources management plans to address the identified causes
of vulnerability and degradation, and advocate for integrated natural resources management
within policy forums and region-wide learning groups. The project will link with ongoing project
on building drought resilience in Kenya (Lower Tana sub catchment), and Uganda (the Upper
Aswa-Agago sub catchment) which is focusing on the improvement of water and land
management by local communities and government. In addition, it will also build on
interventions undertaken which provided the basis for further action in improving natural
resource management to improve disaster risk reduction.
Responsibilities
The Project Officer will coordinate and implement the project activities in the project operational
area in Uganda. He or she will link project activities to the Uganda country porgramme and the
Eastern and Southern Africa regional programme where relevant. Specific responsibilities entail:
1. Facilitate the development of integrated natural resources management (NRM) plans for
Okok sub-catchment through carrying out the following tasks:
 Design and conduct training and awareness sessions on natural resources
management and planning for the local communities and local government to build
capacity of traditional institutions and local government bodies in NRM,
 Facilitate community consultations to develop resources use maps for rangeland
planning purposes. The rangeland plans to identify risk reduction strategies,
ecosystem-based priorities and zoning of water resources for each type of activity,
 Strengthen multi-stakeholders dialogue between different natural resource users and
facilitating exchange mechanisms across sectors and governance levels to
strengthen diverse natural resources users to engage in negotiations on appropriate
and sustainable decentralized NRM governance systems.
2. Facilitate the implementation of ecosystem based priority actions within the management
plans that will strengthen social and ecological resilience.
3. Document the best practices and lessons from the project, through the production of
progress reports and a guideline summarizing the requirement for implementing integrated
NRM plans in Drylands catchment areas.
4. Carry out any other relevant tasks as required by, and mutually agreed with, Uganda Water
and Wetlands Programme Officer, Regional Water and Wetlands Coordinator and Regional
Drylands Programme Coordinator.
5. To operationalize the above mentioned duties under job the description framework, develop
and implement an annual work plan (performance agreement) as well as carry out the
appraisal as per the IUCN requirement.
Competencies
1. A minimum of an MSc. degree in Natural Resources Management, preferably Water
Resources Management, Dry lands or Rangelands Management
2. At least 7 years work experience in planning and implementing project activities in water
resource management or drylands management including project management,
monitoring and evaluation, and managing relationships with partners including the
government
3. Experience with community participation activities
4. Familiarity with the Ugandan Catchment Based Water Resource Management approach
and associated policy and laws
5. Familiarity with Uganda Rangeland Management Policy
6. Good verbal and written communication skills in English
7. Working knowledge of Ngakarimajong language
8. Demonstrated skills in computer literacy, technical writing and communication
9. Demonstrated ability to work with government agencies, research institutions and NGOs
Personal attributes
1. Strong inter personal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a very good communicator
2. Innovative and dynamic, with ability to take initiative and provide creative solutions to
project management problems
3. A proactive and self-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills, demonstrated
ability to work in a team and capacity to pay attention to detail.
4. Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with little supervision and function in a
multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
5. Willingness to travel as needed.
IUCN staff are required to conduct themselves at all times in a manner that is compatible with their
responsibilities and in accordance with the standards of conduct expected by IUCN as set out in the
IUCN Staff Rules.
How to Apply;

Applicants are asked to submit their CV and a supporting letter of motivation and provide the
names and contact details (including e-mail addresses) of three referees. The letter must be
submitted on or before 24th July 2012 to: earohr@iucn.org
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

ICT Manager Job Vacancy In Uganda at Nft-Consult

Job Title: ICT Manager
Overall purpose

The ICT Manager is responsible for the appropriateness of ICT (Information & Communication Technology) solutions. The position’s primary responsibility will be to plan and drive ICT Strategy , coordinate, manage and resolve issues that affect day-to-day business, and where appropriate to escalate to those concerned in a timely manner so as not to put IT services and projects at risk; to promote IT standards and best practices. The position is responsible for providing leadership and management to the ICT team in ensuring smooth day to day running of all ICT systems in the Bank to support its operations, working closely with other contracted vendors to provide and manage various ICT solutions timely and within budget.
Duties and Responsibilities

PLAN AND ORGANIZE – 20%

Review, develop and implement an ICT Strategy that is aligned to overall Business strategy of the Bank. Develop and implement ICT policies, procedures and guidelines to support the Bank’s operations and enable it achieve its strategic objectives.
Plan and coordinate all ICT development projects to support the achievement of the Bank’s business strategy.
Design and Implement controls and procedures that ensure accuracy and reliability in Data Capture, Data Processing and Dissemination of Information.
Design and implement information security procedures based on corporate ICT security policies covering information system applications and infrastructure.
Responsible for developing processes and assigning resources to provide support to the all users in a timely manner.
In collaboration with the Bank’s risk function, plan and design disaster recovery plans for the Bank to ensure service continuity in case of disaster.
Prepare annual ICT budget
Communicate on the regular basis ICT strategy and plans to management and key stakeholders.
Evaluate developments in the banking industry and suggest improvements in the ICT area to the management.

ACQUIRE AND IMPLEMENT – 20 %

Oversee implementation of ICT projects on time, scope and budget.
Provide support to the business systems implementations by working in close collaboration with the other business units, the project teams, and third party vendors to enable the systems to be implemented on time, on budget, and scope.
Manage acquisition and implementation of new hardware and software for the Bank.

DELIVERY AND SUPPORT – 50%

Take accountability for technology risk management. In liaison with the risk management department, identify and control risks in area of responsibility. Deliver improved governance, risk management, controls and compliance requirements to Contribute and continuously improve the department’s risk profile.
Initiate process documentation, training adherence and continuous process improvement to standardize ICT practices in EADB that meet its international stature.
Manage Vendor relations and in collaboration with the Legal department, ensure that all ICT Service Level agreements and Vendor contracts are up to date.
Take charge and ensure adequate IT Security coverage is maintained at all areas under the ICT domain including but not limited to data, infrastructure, networks etc.
Responsible for achieving the business targets related to the effectiveness and implementation of systems.
Ensure that ICT support to all country offices is in conformance with established SLAs (Service Level Agreement).
Coach and mentor staff on information systems support within the Bank.
Complete all other special projects and other duties as assigned.

MONITOR AND EVALUATE – 10%

Monitor performance of ICT within all the country offices using agreed upon metrics.
Monitor performance of annual ICT budget.
Monitor regional network connectivity and conduct improvement activities when needed.
Conduct routine reviews of the core banking system to ensure optimum interactions between the system and users.
Conduct quarterly appraisal of ICT staff performance and make recommendations on staff training.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Education

Bachelor of Computer Science degree, ICT, Engineering or related fields;
Possession of a relevant postgraduate degree and professional certificates such as MCSE, CCNA, ITIL, CISA,CGEIT, CISM
Membership of a professional ICT body

Professional Experience

Minimum of eight (10) years’ experience in a professional ICT environment, four (4) of which should have been in the role of IT Manager in a busy ICT environment;
Extensive Knowledge of banking software, working experience in a large bank and experience in systems development and analysis, change management, and process design will be definite advantages;
Proven track record and strong Project Management experience and skills;
General technical knowledge of telecommunications & voice systems.
Good understanding of standard IT Change Management process.
Ability to help create, develop and deliver operational models and capabilities which enhance both the customer experience and operational efficiency.
Good knowledge of the Security Standards & Policies of the Bank
Understanding 3rd party systems interfacing into core banking applications.
Good knowledge and understanding of the various processes that enable the smooth running of the day-to-day business from an IT perspective specifically ITIL processes.
Practical knowledge of Operating system administration (Windows 2000, XP, 7, LAN/WAN infrastructure to ensure connectivity throughout the region;
Knowledge of Core banking applications including Flex Cube,
Knowledge of Networking Technologies both LAN & WAN.
General technical knowledge of telecommunications & voice systems.
A good understanding of the IT Audit process.
Experience in developing and managing project budgets, knowledge of business case development including cost/benefit analysis,
Experience with Windows, Unix/Linux operating systems
Network management (LAN/WAN, Intranet/Internet, Satellite, VPN)

Job Skills

Strong presentation skills: for both internal and external audiences;
Solid organizational skills: the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong relationship-building and networking capacity;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Strong leadership skills
Ability to produce concrete results in a challenging fast-paced environment and achieve agreed-upon time-bound goals
Self-starter, takes initiative and pro-actively seeks opportunities for improvement
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; capable of writing proposals or papers, acting as a vendor liaison, making presentations to customer or client audiences or professional peers, and working closely with upper management;

Other Attributes

Innovation and Results orientated
Team leadership skills
Problem identification and resolution
Strategic thinking and analytical thinking
Resource management
High level of integrity
Ability to multitask effectively communicate technical issue to non-technical people and make them understand the same
Ability to think outside the box and come up with solutions
Information seeking
Security conscious with attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Organisational awareness and commitment

How to Apply:

Please follow the instructions as stated below as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.

1. Send an Application letter and CV/Resume.

2. Merge these two documents into one document in either word or pdf format.

3. Do not attach or send any scanned documents, these are sometimes too large for our inbox.

4. Include the job title and/or reference number in the subject line of the email address and send your application by email to dbbankjobs@nftconsult.com

5. Only successful candidates will be contacted. For all other inquiries please contact our offices directly.
Deadline 26 Jul, 2012

Project Officer Job Opportunity at International Union for Conservation of Nature

  
Job Title: Project Officer, REGLAP (Regional Learning and Advocacy Programme).
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Background
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic
solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges. IUCN works on
biodiversity, climate change, energy, human livelihoods and greening the world economy by
supporting scientific research, managing field projects all over the world, and bringing
governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best
practice. IUCN is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental organization, with more
than 1,200 government and NGO members and almost 11,000 volunteer experts in some
160 countries. IUCN’s work is supported by over 1,000 staff in 45 offices and hundreds of
partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world.
The Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) of IUCN that coordinates the
implementation of the Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Program (ESARP) is based in
Nairobi under an Agreement between IUCN and the Government of Kenya. Through the
Drylands programme, in collaboration with the Water and Wetlands programme, IUCN is
implementing two projects in Uganda aimed at building the capacity of local communities and
government to develop and implement integrated natural resource management plans which
promote resilient and sustainable livelihoods. These projects are: Building drought resilience
through land and water management in the Upper Aswa-Agago Sub-Catchment region of
Uganda funded by the Austrian Development Agency and Building resilience to drought in the
Karamoja Region through sustainable natural resources management (NRM) in Okok Sub
Catchment in partnership with ACF with funding from ECHO.
Regional Learning and Advocacy Programme for vulnerable dryland communities
(REGLAP)
The Regional Learning and Advocacy Programme (REGLAP) for Vulnerable Dryland
Communities is a consortium that promotes lesson learning and good practice on strengthening
dryland resilience in the Horn of Africa and advocates to governments, NGOs and other
stakeholders for improved policy and practice. The REGLAP consortium currently includes:
CARE, Cordaid, Dan Church Aid, IUCN, Oxfam GB and Save the Children, and collaborates
with a range of local CSOs and networks, governments, research organisations and ECHO
partners. The REGLAP programme has been operating since June 2008 and is funded by
ECHO. It is now in its 4th phase of programme and focussing on 3 result areas:
1. Evidence based Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) good practice is identified or developed
for, and disseminated to, governments, NGOs and other stakeholders.
2. National governments and key stakeholders are including DRR good practice in their
strategies/plans.
3. Increased agreement by ECHO partners and other key organizations on priorities for
building resilience for joint advocacy and implementation.
IUCN is the REGLAP Learning Group Lead for Water Development for Disaster Risk Reduction
(DRR). Within this role IUCN aims to:
1. Ensure that humanitarian response in the dryland areas has increased awareness of
implications of poor water development on dryland ecosystems and livelihoods and
considerations for good practice;
2. Ensure that good practice models of integrated water and land development in drylands
areas that promotes resilience are collected, developed and disseminated; and
3. Ensure policy opportunities for influencing water development in the dryland areas are
identified and strategies for engagement recommended.
Responsibilities:
The focal person for the REGLAP Water Learning Group will link project activities to the broader
REGLAP objectives and activities where possible. He or She will also provide technical
backstopping and guidance to dryland projects in Uganda. Specifically, the REGLAP focal will
do the following:
1. Project implementation and management
Support the implementation and management of IUCN’s role as REGLAP’s Learning Group
Lead for water development for DRR ensuring performance monitoring and efficiency,
effectiveness and quality outputs.
a. Oversee and manage a research consultancy on best practices in water planning
and development in the drylands
b. Disseminate good practice case studies to identified targets through appropriate
means: briefs, seminars, videos, face to face meetings, website postings, etc.;
c. Based on the development of good practice examples and principles, generate key
policy messages related to water development for DRR for national and regional
level stakeholders to feed into REGLAP Country Core Groups and Regional
Consortium activities;
d. Manage the communications between the Water Learning Group members and
support information sharing, and collaboration.
e. Provide technical, managerial and administrative support and facilitation to project
activities and ensure quality outputs that meet the satisfaction of project partners;
f. Assist in information management and correspondence; and
g. In consultation with relevant IUCN Officers and collaborating partners, develop and
implement tools, systems and procedures for effective planning, monitoring,
evaluation and reporting of project activities;
2. Assist in managing IUCN’s relationship with key project partners
a. Assist in overseeing and developing the relationship between IUCN and REGLAP
partners in the region.
b. Assist in overseeing and developing relationships with key regional policy bodies such
and IGAD, and AU.
3. Representation
With prior approval from Uganda Head of Office, Regional Technical Coordinator Water and
Wetlands and Regional Technical Coordinator Drylands represent IUCN:
a. At REGLAP and other internal and external meetings of the project.
b. At relevant local, district and national level meetings
4. Support to the Drylands Portfolio
a. Assist in developing the knowledge of the IUCN Uganda office on Drylands issues.
b. Support the IUCN Uganda office to develop of proposals and project concepts for
Drylands projects in the country.
5. Other duties
Carry out any other relevant tasks as required by, and mutually agreed with, Uganda Head of
Office, Regional Technical Coordinator Water and Wetlands and Regional Technical
Coordinator Drylands .
6. Annual Work plan (performance agreement)
To operationalise the above mentioned duties under job description framework, develop and
implement an annual work plan (performance agreement) as well as carry out the appraisal as
per the IUCN requirement.
Competencies
 Ideally a postgraduate qualification or at the minimum good first degree in dryland and
water related study;
 At least 5 years work experience in research, advocacy, information packaging and
dissemination;
 Strong track record of effective advocacy and experience in preparing information,
education and communication (IEC) products from projects;
 Excellent understanding of policy contexts and changing environments in the drylands;
 Experience in planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects/programmes;
 Familiarity with the Ugandan Catchment Based Water Resource Management approach
and associated policy and laws
 Experience in resource mobilization and/or fundraising;
 Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Personal attributes
1. Strong inter personal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a very good communicator
2. Innovative and dynamic, with ability to take initiative and provide creative solutions to
project management problems
3. A proactive and self-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills, demonstrated
ability to work in a team and capacity to pay attention to detail.
4. Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with little supervision and function in a
multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
IUCN staff are required to conduct themselves at all times in a manner that is compatible with their
responsibilities and in accordance with the standards of conduct expected by IUCN as set out in the
IUCN Staff Rules.

How to Apply;
Applicants are asked to submit their CV and a supporting letter of motivation and provide the
names and contact details (including e-mail addresses) of three referees. The letter must be
submitted on or before 25th July 2012 to: earohr@iucn.org
IUCN is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from qualified men and
women.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Project Assistant Jobs at International Union for Conservation of Nature

 
Job Title: Project Assistant
Location: Karamoja, Uganda
Background
IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic
solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges. IUCN works on
biodiversity, climate change, energy, human livelihoods and greening the world economy by
supporting scientific research, managing field projects all over the world, and bringing
governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best
practice. IUCN is the world’s oldest and largest global environmental organization, with more
than 1,200 government and NGO members and almost 11,000 volunteer experts in some
160 countries. IUCN’s work is supported by over 1,000 staff in 45 offices and hundreds of
partners in public, NGO and private sectors around the world.
The Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) of IUCN that coordinates the
implementation of the Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Program (ESARP) is based in
Nairobi under an Agreement between IUCN and the Government of Kenya. The BDR Karamoja
project is one of the projects within ESARP. The project is financed by European Commission
Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO) through Action Against Hunger (ACF). The
project is a response to an assessment carried out in 2011 that highlighted the need for the
completion and implementation of an Integrated Land and Water Resources Development and
Management Plan that was developed in order to sustainably respond to water demands in
agriculture, livestock production, human consumption and ecosystems. The project seeks to
improve understanding of the status of the natural resources, and the underlying causes of
vulnerability in the area of Okok sub-catchment, improve institutional capacity of local people to
develop and implement natural resources management plans to address the identified causes
of vulnerability and degradation, and advocate for integrated natural resources management
within policy forums and region-wide learning groups. The project will link with ongoing project
on building drought resilience in Kenya (Lower Tana sub catchment), and Uganda (the Upper
Aswa-Agago sub catchment) which is focusing on the improvement of water and land
management by local communities and government. In addition, it will also build on
interventions undertaken which provided the basis for further action in improving natural
resource management to improve disaster risk reduction.
Responsibilities:
The Project Assistant will support the Project Officer in the implementation of the project
activities.
1. Project implementation and management
Support the implementation and management of the project ensuring performance monitoring
and efficiency, effectiveness and quality outputs. Specifically, he or she will carry out the
following duties:
a. Responsible for management of project assets
b. Assist in planning and participation in field work
c. Assist in preparing activity budgets and accountabilities
d. Assist in financial and administration functions for the project
e. Assist in organizing meetings and workshops
f. Assist in information management and correspondences
g. Assist in organizing and participating in the project management meetings
2. Other duties
Carry out any other relevant tasks as required by, and mutually agreed with, BDR Karamoja
Project Officer and Uganda Water and Wetlands Programme Officer,
3. Annual Work plan (performance agreement)
To operationalise the above mentioned duties under the job description framework, develop and
implement an annual work plan (performance agreement) as well as carry out the appraisal as
per the IUCN requirement.
Competencies
 Preferably a first degree in Natural resources management or related sciences
especially dry land management or water resources management,
 3 years’ experience with community participation in natural resources management
 Good verbal and written communication skills in English
 Working knowledge of Ngakarimajong language
 Demonstrated skills in computer literacy, report writing and communication
 A valid driver’s license
Personal attributes
1. Strong inter personal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a very good communicator
2. Innovative and dynamic, with ability to take initiative and provide creative solutions to
project management problems
3. A proactive and self-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills, demonstrated
ability to work in a team and capacity to pay attention to detail.
4. Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with little supervision and function in a
multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
5. Willingness to travel as needed.
IUCN staff are required to conduct themselves at all times in a manner that is compatible with their
responsibilities and in accordance with the standards of conduct expected by IUCN as set out in the
IUCN Staff Rules.
Applicants are asked to submit their CV and a supporting letter of motivation and provide the
names and contact details (including e-mail addresses) of three referees. The letter must be
submitted on or before 25th July 2012 to: earohr@iucn.org
IUCN is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from qualified men and
women.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Technical Advisor Jobs in Uganda at Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund (ASB)

Job Title: Technical Advisor


Job Description

Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund (ASB), an international non-profit, non-sectarian/ non-religious NGO, is working in the development as well in the relief sector. Ever since the founding of ASB in 1888, humanitarian and democratic principles have been at the foundation of its work, both abroad and at home. That is why today’s variety in services provided by ASB for people in need is oriented along contemporary social parameters. ASB is one of the biggest charity organizations in Germany with 14,000 staff members in 300 cities in Germany. ASB Foreign Aid Department provides both direct emergency relief to people hit by man-made or natural disasters (through supplying food, medical equipment and/or emergency shelter) and longer-term rehabilitation projects designed to promote recovery and to rapidly help restore the livelihood of refugees, internally displaced persons and other vulnerable people. ASB implements its Foreign Aid activities in Asia, Eastern Europe, Central America and Africa. Creating sustainable and durable solutions to problems is a core principle of ASB’s work and convinced of the importance of providing emergency assistance to vulnerable IDPs, ASB has made the decision to focus its intervention on returning IDPs, provided the essential freedom of movement and protection for the displaced population was guaranteed. ASB activities in Uganda range from food security projects, child protection, prevention of GBV, return and reintegration of IDPs and water and sanitation.

The Position
The Technical Advisor will need to be involved with the set up of the programme in Karamoja for both districts. This will include project design and recruitment of qualified staff as well as collaborating with the local authorities to ensure that the Karamoja programme starts efficiently and runs effectively. Karamoja Region is considered insecure due to the activities related to the pastoralist population which includes armed cattle raiding by warriors. The Towns of Moroto and Kotido are safe and house several other international and national NGOs. Conditions are basic although most commodities can be accessed. Karamoja is a non-family duty stations though the potential candidate can bring family to Kampala at his/her own cost and risk. Tasks: Under the over- all supervision of Country Director, the Technical Advisor will oversee and give leadership to the quality production and rehabilitation of infrastructure and livelihood aspects through strategic application of labor intensive works through cash for work programming 1. Set –up the infrastructure (roads and civil works) and livelihoods project in Karamoja, North Eastern Uganda. 2. Monitoring technical implementation of infrastructure and livelihoods projects by developing systems and procedures for quality implementation, monitoring and reporting and developing common understanding among staff about project goals, outcome and strategies in consultation with Project Managers 3. Procurement: Oversee the procurement of bulk supplies related construction and infrastructure rehabilitation in coordination with the logistics department. 4. Supervises a team of infrastructure and livelihood staff including civil and road engineers, livelihood officers ensuring outputs are reached and overall objective achieved through work planning and monitoring and evaluating. 5. Oversee the training and capacity building of committees related to infrastructure rehabilitation and livelihoods including but not limited value addition to produce, market accessibility, etc. 6. Provides technical advice to ASB on road construction techniques, the development of livelihood applications, through strategic application of cash for work methodologies 7. Donor reporting: Write donor reports as per the requirement of the project and preference with EU familiarity 8. Proposal development: Give technical input developing concept notes and project proposals for infrastructure and livelihoods related follow up projects, including monitoring of work plans and budgets 9. External relations: Maintain good relation with the donors, assist project managers to develop and maintain good working relationship with district administration and other NGO through frequent visits. 10. Coordination meeting: Attend coordination meetings in the livelihoods and infrastructure sector at sub county and district levels. Duty station Duty station will be Moroto Time-frame ASAP starting with one year contract

Terms of Employment ASB offers competitive salaries and a benefits package.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
• Master degree in Engineering / Agriculture or related degree and with experience with livelihoods and rural infrastructure • Experience in multi sector approach including livelihoods programming at Household and institutional settings using basic materials and improving asset formation at community level • Experience in training and forming Village Management Committees (participative approach) • Experience with Village Savings Loans Associations (VLSAs) • Above five year experience in coordinating the development of livelihoods and civil works activities in harsh condition (Karamoja) • Fluency in English is essential • Hands on mentality, hard and flexible worker with strong managerial skills • Strong social communication and experience in project management • Experience of at least 5 years working in a similar position with an INGO • Familiar and willing to work in hardship locations • Basic knowledge of Word and Excel Specific Outputs of the project: The key outputs of this project are: a. Road construction through labor intensive works and cash for work programming for district class III access roads b. Construction of rain water jars and their rapid multiplication within a Manyatta setting c. Construction of irrigation ponds through labor intensive works and cash for works d. Construction of valley dams e. Distribution of high value horticulture and management of nursery beds f. Formation of village loans savings associations


How to Apply

Applications including CV and Cover Letter shall be sent until July 29 2012 to the following email address: application-ahi@asb.de Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Archives Clerk Job Vacancy in Uganda at UN

Job Title: Archives Clerk GL-3
United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Job Description

Responsibilities:
Under the general supervision of the Chief of Communication, Information & Technological support,
the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Ascertain that records are properly filed, neatly archived and maintained at all times;

Undertake the maintenance of physical integrity of files; Attend to requests for records;

Ensures the accuracy of registers;

Assist with scanning procedures;

Assist with preparing documents for shipping to Archives and Records Management Section (ARMS), UN HQs;

Secure archives at all times and safeguards against unauthorized entry;

Prepare records for inspection as and when called upon to do so; Makes copies of archives when tasked to do so;

Assist in periodic transfer of scheduled records from offices to RMU;

Any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Competencies:
Professionalism: shows pride in work and in achievements; with the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Planning and Organizing: Identifies priority activities and assignments, with the ability to foresee risks and allows for contingencies when planning, monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary.
Technological Awareness: Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office and Shows willingness to learn new technology.
Teamwork: Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals and ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with supervisors and colleagues.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent with additional training in information studies/record keeping or related fields is desirable.
Work Experience
At least three (3) years of progressively responsible level in an international organisation or in any multilateral environment.
Languages
Good command of the English language is required


How to Apply

Completed detailed application as specified above referring to this vacancy announcement should be addressed not later than the established deadline and sent to:

Human Resources Section
Entebbe Support Base, MONUSCO
P. O. Box 710, Old Airport, Entebbe
Or by e-mail: monusco-ebb-hr-recruitment@un.org
With reference: Vacancy MONUSCO/EBB/CITS/12/004
Not later than the established deadline. Kindly note that all applications will be reviewed and only applicants who are short-listed for interviews will be contacted.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

Human Resources Officer Jobs in Uganda at SNV Netherlands Development Organisation

Job Title: Human Resources Officer (HRO)

Job Description

Are you interested in joining an international organisation with a long term commitment to sustainable development?
Would you like to work in a challenging environment and develop a career focused on demonstrating shared core values that achieve results?

SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is looking for:

Human Resources Officer (HRO)

Based in Kampala with regular travel within Uganda
Local contract (Ugandan nationals only)

SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is working in over 33 developing countries across the world in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. The emphasis of our work is on poverty reduction and promotion of good governance through (1) increasing production, income and employment and (2) increasing access to basic services in the sectors of water, sanitation & hygiene, and renewable energy.

SNV started working in Uganda in 1989 and we have offices in Mbale, Fort Portal, Arua and Kampala.

The HR Officer is a member of the Country Management Team and is responsible for HR support for all country based staff; implements HR policies for all personnel in the country; carries out personnel administration and provides HR advice to the Director and Portfolio Coordinators.

The position hierarchically and functionally reports to the East and Southern Africa Regional Human Resources Manager, based in Nairobi while providing HR services to the country.
Key tasks

 Works with the Country Management Team and Regional HR Manager to develop country HR strategy
 Responsible for implementing country HR polices in line with corporate and regional strategies under the five pillars of Recruitment & Selection, Human Resource Development, Organisational Development, Health and Safety and Compensation and Benefits;
 Solves HR questions for all country based staff;
 Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of personnel data for all Uganda based staff;
 Manages payroll of all staff and the administration of all benefits for staff.
 Provides relevant reports to the Head of Administration Centre in Nairobi on the basis of HR data;
 Performs analysis of administrative bottlenecks or deficiencies and reports this to the Head of Administration Centre;
 Provides monthly HR reports, mid-year and annual HR country report and any ad hoc report as requested by Country and Region.

Candidate profile
 Post graduate qualification in Human Resources Management
 Minimum of 5 years work experience in Human Resources at a senior management level
 Active member of Human Resources Association/Networks in Uganda
 In-depth knowledge of HR tools/models under the five HR pillars mentioned above
 Knowledge on and proven experience in Performance Management
 Experience in implementing HIV/AIDS Work Place and gender policies
 Strong Computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, Powerpoint, e-mail)
 Strong communication skills in English (written and oral) and organising abilities
 A person of high integrity
 Experience in building solid working relationships and teams

Salary: SNV Uganda competitive scale
Contract period: 2 years with possible extension
Contract type: Local (Ugandan nationals only)
Closing date of application: 27 July, 2012




How to Apply

Candidates should apply by sending:
i) a motivation letter;
ii) an updated Curriculum Vitae, and
iii) names and contact details of three professional referees .
Applications should be addressed to: Human Resources Office, SNV Netherlands Development Organisation, P.O. Box 8339, Kampala, Uganda. Applications may also be sent via email to uganda@snvworld.org

For more information on SNV, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org