HR Coordinator Job Vacancy at CNOOC Uganda Limited

Job Title: HR COORDINATOR


CNOOC Uganda Limited is a subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC). As a new company in Uganda, CNOOC Uganda limited is delighted to offer employment opportunities to the local talent. Grow your career with CNOOC Uganda Limited and join our experienced team of professionals. Are you focused, committed, passionate and ready to take on new challenges? Then this could be your opportunity to make a valid contribution to the development of the oil and gas sector in Uganda.
HR COORDINATOR
Location: Kampala and mobilized to Lake Albert, construction sites or other cities if required.
Primary function: Handles National staff issues.
Responsibilities:
To handle HR staff queries for national staff and prompt responses to the same through the appreciation of staff needs and ability to propose HR solutions.
Manage employee relations through the sensitization of issues such as medical insurance providers, labour law legislations, interpretation of the HR policies and procedures and guiding staff on diversity and equal opportunity issues.
Monitor the working conditions of field based staff and offer support with regards to any employee relations issues. This will involve at least one monthly site visit to physically meet these staff and address their issues.
Sensitize staff on the grievance and disciplinary hearing process to ensure compliance and draft the minutes during disciplinary hearings.
Assist in conducting annual HR staff survey; generate and analyze the feedback and relay it back to the HR Team for further action.
Set up forums to discuss employee motivation and any factors affecting their morale or work productivity.
Utilize this information to suggest possible action points to the Strategic HR Business Partner.
Assist in the drafting of employee welfare policies and procedures.
Ensure up to date records on attendance, leave management, performance evaluation data, disciplinary hearings and other HR related data.
Work with the respective Department Assistants to ensure that new staff is settled in well; and confirm their receipt of all administrative resources.
To implement other duties assigned by the Strategic Human Resource Business Partner.
Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree or above in Human Resources
Affiliation to HR professional bodies such as HRMAU or CIPD will be an added advantage
At least 2 years related working experience
Knowledge:
Extensive knowledge of General HR employee relations, Labour Laws and The Employment Act of Uganda
Clear understanding of Oil & Gas exploration and production operations in Uganda
Experience: 2
How to apply:
Please send ONLY a CV and Application Letter MERGED into ONE document to email address: recruitment@cnoocuganda.com.
Please DO NOT attach any other documents and ensure to quote the JOB TITLE in the Subject of your email.
Only candidates that follow these instructions and meet the minimum requirements shall be contacted.
DEADLINE IS MONDAY 27th AUGUST, 2012 AT 5.00PM.

Receptionist Job Vacancy at CNOOC Uganda Limited

Job Title: RECEPTIONIST

   
CNOOC Uganda Limited is a subsidiary of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC). As a new company in Uganda, CNOOC Uganda limited is delighted to offer employment opportunities to the local talent. Grow your career with CNOOC Uganda Limited and join our experienced team of professionals. Are you focused, committed, passionate and ready to take on new challenges? Then this could be your opportunity to make a valid contribution to the development of the oil and gas sector in Uganda.
RECEPTIONIST
Location: Kampala, Uganda.
Primary function: To manage the receptionist area including visitors, clients, customers, the general public and other stakeholders; and attend to all inquiries both on the phone and face to face.
Responsibilities:
To receive, sort and distribute office mail and important messages to the appropriate departments
To answer the reception desk telephone with good etiquette and direct all calls to the relevant offices after careful screening.
To welcome all visitors and ensure that they are all seated and directed to the correct office in order to avoid loitering.
To attend to the public’s queries and escalate where appropriate.
To ensure knowledge of staff movement in and out of the organization.
To offer general administrative and clerical support to the organization.
To schedule appointments and maintain the company diary as required.
To maintain the meeting room schedule, boardrooms or meeting area and ensure that there are no clash appointments.
To maintain the tidiness of the reception area.
To carry out other clerical duties such as photocopying, typing letters, scanning etc.
To maintain the company’s drivers’ schedule and ensure availability of cars as of when required.
To ensure maximum confidentiality of all company data and information.
Any other duties as assigned by Line Manager/Supervisor.
Requirement:
Bachelor's Degree or High School Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent.
Proficiency in Computer Software (MS Office Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Excellent keyboard skills.
At least 2 years related working experience
Knowledge:
Knowledge of administrative & clerical procedures
Customer service principles and practices
Clear understanding of Oil & Gas exploration and production operations in Uganda.
How to apply:
Please send ONLY a CV and Application Letter MERGED into ONE document to email address: recruitment@cnoocuganda.com. Please DO NOT attach any other documents and ensure to quote the JOB TITLE in the Subject of your email. Only candidates that follow these instructions and meet the minimum requirements shall be contacted. DEADLINE IS MONDAY 27th AUGUST, 2012 AT 5.00PM.

Programme Accountant Jobs at People Performance Group

Job Title: PROGRAMME ACCOUNTANT

   
A number of Development Partners in Uganda have established a joint Democratic Governance Facility (DGF) to manage a coherent, harmonized and coordinated multi-donor support programme aimed at enhancing democratic governance in Uganda. It is based upon three components: Deepening Democracy; Rights, Justice and Peace; Voice and Accountability.
Key Responsibilities
Provide financial advise
Conduct pre-grant assessments and field site visits to ascertain the financial capacity of grantee or partner organizations and provide financial advice to the DGF.
Advice partner organizations on the financial management and reporting requirements in line with the agreed partner and donor contract.
Proactively provide financial advice to programme staff at the inception of specific projects and programmes.
Provide financial advice with regard to on-going project implementation activities in line with the partnership agreements.
Carry out quarterly review of the DGF partner accounts to ensure compliance to agreed activities and allocation of funding and resolve any issues arising with partner organizations.Review of budgets and contracts
Review and participate in the development of the DGF partner budgets for accuracy and reasonableness of budget lines for various goods, services and activities.
Review the DGF partner organisation contracts to ensure activities are in line with the underlying budget and the completeness and relevance of contract clauses.
Securing the integrity of financial information
Review requisitions for accuracy and proper supporting documentation before approval for processing of payments under the DGF.
Review and identify the correct data for input into the system and ensure correct entry of financial data on a timely basis.
Enter partner requisitions into the NAVISION system.
Update the financial database capturing expenditure levels of the programme with corresponding activities and ensure accurate and timely update of this information in the system.
Provide regular financial information to the DGF management and programme staff for timely decision making.
Provide inputs to quarterly financial statements of the DGF on a regular and timely basis.
Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting with a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA or CA.
3-4 years experience in accounting or audit preferably in a multicultural environment. Experience in review of contracts is desirable,
Financial reporting, management and administration
Accounting reconciliations
Good problem solving and analytical skills.
Commercial awareness abilities.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Proficiency in NAVISION is essential
Attention to detail and ability to produce high quality work.
How to apply:
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked: “DGF – Programme Accountant”. E-mails: Max 2 MB.
People Performance Group Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante P.O. Box 12405, Kampala, Uganda.
E-mail: application ©ppg.co.ug or go to www.kazijobs.com to apply online.
For more information about the DGF and the job please visit www.dgf.ug
Closing date is 5 PM on Thursday the 30th of August 2012.
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only the selected will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

Financial Administrator Job Vacancy at People Performance group

Job Title: Financial Administrator

The ICCO Alliance is a group of Dutch faith-based organizations for international development cooperation. Our passion is to end poverty and injustice in service of a full and dignified life for all. In a spirit of equality, co- responsibility, respect for diversity and entrepreneurship, we seek to cooperate on the basis of shared values and principles.
We provide financial support, advice and brokerage services to local organizations, churches and networks that work for better access to basic facilities, initiating sustainable economic development and enhancing democracy and peace. We also do advocacy, communications and fundraising.
We work in 44 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America and have seven Regional Offices spread around the world. The Central and Eastern Africa Regional Office is based in Kampala with sub-offices in Bukavu, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and Juba, South Sudan. For more information about ICCO, visit www.icco.nl/en.
Financial Administrator
Location: Kampala with limited travel
Reports to: Finance Officer/Administration Manager
Contract Duration: Two years renewable based on performance
Overall Job objective
To efficiently manage the finances and reporting requirements at the Kampala office hence becoming effective in supporting programmes, Staff & Management.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Maintain and keep up to date books of accounts of the office and ongoing program costs in line with the Financial and administrative systems and manuals.
Contribute to an organisational culture of transparency and honesty in all financial aspects in ICCO.
Execute bank duties including cheque writing, bankings, withdrawals, and bank reconciliations in an efficient and effective manner.
Conduct timely reconciliation of Travel advances & accountabilities.
Ensure booking expenses in dynamics and compiling office monthly expenditure including analysing variance analysis reports.
Compile monthly liquidity requests & cash flow projections in a timely manner.
Administer the Payroll and ensure that staff are paid and that statutory deductions made, are remitted to the relevant authorities in a timely manner.
Facilitating both Internal and External audits of the office.
Requirement:
A Bachelors degree in Commerce, Business Administration or related field.
Professional training such as ACCA part 2, and CPA or their equivalent.
At least two years relevant working experience.
Knowledge of financial management and Book Keeping.
How to apply:
Please send your application to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be clearly marked: ‘ICCO- FA’. No e-mails must exceed 2MB.
Closing date is 5 PM on Friday 31st August 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
People Performance Group Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante P.O. Box 12405, Kampala Uganda
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug or go to www.kazijobs.com

Finance and Administration Officer Job Vacancy at Good African

Job Title: Finance and Administration Officer

Finance and Administration Officer
Purpose of job: To develop and implement systems in both the Finance and Administration Departments and be responsible for the smooth operations of both on a daily basis.
Skills: Development and implementation of systems, experience working on donor funded projects, project planning and management, budgeting, computer applications, good writing skills
Key Responsibilities:
To maintain an appropriate and effective financial management system, this includes:
Preparing and monitoring budgets for each project including budget performance
Maintaining proper and up to date books of accounts
Preparing and producing regular financial/ accountability reports
Ensuring timely requisition and disbursement of funds for the day-to-day activities of the organization as per the established guidelines and procedures.
Prepare and submit necessary funding reports including all financial details.
To carry on the day-to-day administrative functions for the organization,
To maintain up to date personnel records and ensure adherence to the organization’s terms and conditions of service.
To handle staff welfare and disciplinary matters.
To maintain a proper and up-to-date record of the organizations’ assets and inventories.
Requirement:
Degree in Finance and Administration
Have good working experience with Talley
Previous experience in developing arid implementing systems in Finance and Admin departments
Excellent computer skills including knowledge of excel, word
Report writing skills in English
Excellent communication and team building skills
Experience
Finance and Admin experience in field or related area 3-5 years
Previous experience of working in an administrative and support role, including experience of setting up and managing administrative systems
Confident at managing volunteers and working with a wide range of people including staff, consultants and representatives of other organizations
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Experience: 3

How to apply:
Deadline for submission of CV and covering letter is: Monday, September 3rd, 2012 end of business day 5pm Please submit your CV and covering letter via email ONLY to: info@goodafrican.com Only CV and covering letters submitted via email will be reviewed. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Program Officer Jobs at Good African in Uganda

Job Title: Program Officer

Program Officer
Purpose of job: To help smallholder coffee farmers implement Good Agronomic Practices, improve overall yields and organize themselves in a manner to be able to effectively supply coffee
Skills: Understanding of sustainable agricultural practices and participatory approaches, project planning and management, budgeting, computer applications, good writing skills
Key Responsibilities
Conduct baseline studies of smallholder farmer supply chains and ensure that annual targets for extension are met
Establish and manage farmer field schools to support effective extension work. This includes managing the overall training calendar
Maintain and report on all Monitoring and Evaluation activities
Report on crop health and overall area-by- area productivity as it relates to the overall coffee harvest annually
Procuring of coffee from the coffee Producer Organizations
Implement Internal Control Systems in the project area.
Oversee implementation of project budgets and contribute to fundraising activities of the foundation
Routinely visit and supervise all project areas under your jurisdiction.
Advise Field Facilitators/Farmer Trainers on: coffee pruning, weed control, mulching, fertilizer application, pest and disease control, etc
Help in the establishment of coffee nurseries and shade tree nurseries
Write progress reports for donors.
Requirement:
Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Rural Economy or related field
Previous experience in developing and implementing Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks
Previous experience in agribusiness projects management required
Computer skills
Report writing skills in English
Excellent communication and team building skills
Experience
Agriculture or Community Development OR equivalent experience.
Experience in field or related area 3-5 years
Experience in specific field or closely related job 2 years of field experience in implementing agricultural / community development projects
Experience: 3
How to apply:
Deadline for submission of CV and covering letter is:-Monday, September 3rd, 2012 end of business day 5pm
Please submit your CV and covering letter via email ONLY to: info@goodafrican.com
Only CV and covering letters submitted via email will be reviewed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Front Office Assistant Jobs at Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA)

Job Title: Front Office Assistant

Electricity Act Cap 145, 1999 to regulate the electricity sector in Uganda would like to recruit qualified, competent and motivated individuals for the following positions that have been created in the Authority
POSITION: Front Office Assistant.
REPORTS TO: Public Relations Officer.
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide the first point of contact for all ERA external stake holders while promoting a professional and stakeholder focused image of the organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Orderly and efficient receipt of stakeholders and incoming mail Directing stakeholders with complaints to respective Electricity Consumer Committees and relevant officers Receive and classify feedback from Electricity Consumer Committees and follows up with respective stakeholders. Acting as centralized receiver of in-coming and out-going telephone calls and routing them efficiently to relevant offices Maintain a fresh image of the front office through creative and innovative office arrangements
Maintains a log of and making periodic reports on the visitors received at ERA and their institutional representations Maintain a dynamic communication channel with ERA staff in the field and keep an updated log of staff and transport facilitators in the field
Be able to provide all stakeholders preliminary information on the sector with respect to licensing and opportunities before directing them to specific officers Be conversant with all stakeholder publications in ERA at anytime and explain the details therein to any inquiring stakeholder.
Requirement:
Excellent communication and Organizational skills.
Good Telephone etiquette.
Pleasant personality and demeanor
Fluent in English (working knowledge of some local languages will be an advantage)
Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
A good Team player, Creative and Proactive
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Qualifications:
At least a Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Office Management, Organizational Behavior. Hospitality Management
Other relevant and advanced qualification will be an added advantage.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position in a reputable/comparable organization.
Age: At least 25 years but not more than 35 years.
How to apply:
-    Applicants should submit by recorded delivery their applications and enclose copies of:
-    Covering letter and detailed CV
-    Copies of academic and professional certificates
-    Address (including daytime telephone, fax or e-mail) of the applicant
-    Address (including daytime telephone, fax or e-mail) of three Referees
Addressed to:
The Director Financial & Administrative Services Electricity Regulatory Authority, Plot 15 Shimoni Road, P. 0. Box 10332, Kampala – Uganda To reach the above address by September 07, 2012 at 5.00pm; Applicants who do not meet the above minimum requirements need not apply. N. B. Members of the Electricity Regulatory Authority or staff of ERA Secretariat shall not be accepted as referees. Canvassing or any attempt at it will lead to immediate disqualification. ERA is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from ERA within 2 months after the closing date, Consider your application unsuccessful

Jobs at Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) in Uganda

Job Title: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT


Electricity Act Cap 145, 1999 to regulate the electricity sector in Uganda would like to recruit qualified, competent and motivated individuals for the following positions that have been created in the Authority
POSITION:  ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
REPORTS TO: Principal Human Resource & Admin Officer.
JOB PURPOSE:
To support in ensuring that ERA’s administrative arrangements and facilities are maintained with a high standard of operational efficiency thus enabling staff effort to fulfill the ERA mandate
KEY DUTIES:
Supervise ERA’s fleet in accordance with ERAE s motor vehicle policy
Support in planning and organizing all ERA premises maintenance works in line with set procedures.
Manage all ERA office assets, equipment and maintain an accurate and up to date register thereof Monitor
Leave Rota and advise on emerging changes Monitoring of contracts of various service providers to ensure value for money to the Authority Logistical support in organizing staff meetings while ensuring timely documentation of all meetings’ proceedings Assist in preparation/coordination of all recruitment processes in ERA and support the HR in filling all relevant documents in an orderly and timely manner.
Maintaining applicants databases for all the different positions and update them as and when it is necessary.
Requirement:
Proficiency in the use of MS Office packages.
Excellent report writing skills A team player with good communication skills Must be a patient and with a calm demeanor
Able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
Qualifications:
Diploma in Public Administration and Management, Human Resources, Management or related discipline.
Other relevant and advanced qualification will be an added advantage.
Experience:
At least Three (3) years of relevant working experience in a reputable organization.
Age:
At least 25 years but not more than 35 years.
How to apply:
-    Applicants should submit by recorded delivery their applications and enclose copies of:
-    Covering letter and detailed CV
-    Copies of academic and professional certificates
-    Address (including daytime telephone, fax or e-mail) of the applicant
-    Address (including daytime telephone, fax or e-mail) of three Referees
Addressed to:
The Director Financial & Administrative Services Electricity Regulatory Authority, Plot 15 Shimoni Road, P. 0. Box 10332, Kampala – Uganda To reach the above address by September 07, 2012 at 5.00pm; Applicants who do not meet the above minimum requirements need not apply. N. B. Members of the Electricity Regulatory Authority or staff of ERA Secretariat shall not be accepted as referees. Canvassing or any attempt at it will lead to immediate disqualification. ERA is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from ERA within 2 months after the closing date, Consider your application unsuccessful

Accounts Assistant Job Vacancy at Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA)

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Electricity Act Cap 145, 1999 to regulate the electricity sector in Uganda would like to recruit qualified, competent and motivated individuals for the following positions that have been created in the Authority
POST: ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
REPORTS TO: Manager Financial Services
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide support services to the ERA Corporate Finance function by ensuring accuracy and efficiency in processing of transactions and effective compliance with set policies & procedures.
KEY DUTIES:
Prompt and accurate filing of Electronic Tax Returns Management of withholding tax interface with suppliers, including following up prompt provision of withholding tax certificates.
Jointly responsible for banking and withdrawals Understand the ERA Revenue cycle and ensure prompt invoicing.
Competently manage the imprest system to cater for day to day cash needs of the organization.
Responsibility for safe custody of cash on office premises. Ensure project advances are available to relevant staff in good time and properly accounted for.
Regular updates to the Non-Current Assets register Liaise with the Procurement and Disposal Unit to ensure all ERA Non-current Assets are prudently insured. Support the Management Accountant with inputs into the Budget process.
Ensure continuity of Expenditure Accountant Functions when primary office holder is absent.
Requirement:
Good analytical skills,
Proficiency with Computerized Accounting packages especially Microsoft Dynamic NAV, Proficient in the use of Spreadsheets,
Tax competence and Budgeting basics, A team player with attention to detail and good communication skills.
Qualifications
Diploma in Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration or other related disciplines.
Should be a registered student with an IFAC recognised body like ACCA, CPA etc and have successfully finished the foundation level.
Any Advance Qualification will be of added advantage.
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position in a reputable/ comparable organization.
Age:
At least 25 years but not more than 35 years.
How to apply:
-    Applicants should submit by recorded delivery their applications and enclose copies of:
-    Covering letter and detailed CV
-    Copies of academic and professional certificates
-    Address (including daytime telephone, fax or e-mail) of the applicant
-    Address (including daytime telephone, fax or e-mail) of three Referees
Addressed to:
The Director Financial & Administrative Services Electricity Regulatory Authority, Plot 15 Shimoni Road, P. 0. Box 10332, Kampala – Uganda To reach the above address by September 07, 2012 at 5.00pm; Applicants who do not meet the above minimum requirements need not apply. N. B. Members of the Electricity Regulatory Authority or staff of ERA Secretariat shall not be accepted as referees. Canvassing or any attempt at it will lead to immediate disqualification. ERA is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from ERA within 2 months after the closing date, Consider your application unsuccessful.

Agriculture Advisor Job Vacancy at SNV Netherlands Development Organisation

Job Title: Agriculture Advisor
   
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is working in 35 developing countries across the world. Our advisory services in agriculture, renewable energy and water, sanitation & hygiene are tailored to the local context and contribute to sustainable development.
SNV started working in Uganda in 1989 and we have offices in Mbale, Fort Portal, Arua and Kampala. We are active in the horticulture, apiculture, dairy and oil seed sub-sectors. SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is looking for;
Agriculture advisor
To be based in Arua and Fort Portal (Local contract – open to Ugandan nationals only)
Main Responsibilities:
Link producers, processors, traders, financial institutions, policy-makers and other relevant actors to identify constraints and opportunities in value chains.
Provide advisory services (such as producer group and service provider strengthening, market intelligence, financial brokering, public policy management) to actors in the value chain in order to improve production, income and employment.
Monitor progress and report to funders.
Publish best practices and present results at relevant forums.
Lead and coach teams of SNV advisors and local capacity builders.
Contribute to partnership development, write proposals for new programs.

Requirement:
Master degree in agriculture, agribusiness development, development studies or in area of institutional development linked to agriculture.
8-10 years of relevant working experience in agriculture value chain development including 3 years at senior level.
Proven experience in working with the private sector players in agriculture in Uganda
Proven experience with proposal writing and international donor relationship management
Proven experience with planning, monitoring, evaluation and program management.
Proven experience in capacity building, facilitation of multi-stakeholder processes, organisational learning, change processes, gender, empowerment and governance.
Excellent leadership, teamwork, coaching and communication skills.
Good writing skills; able to write case studies and share knowledge.
Contract period: 2 years with possible extension

How to apply:
All interested and qualified candidates should send their application letter and CV including 3 referees with your preferred duty station to: SNV Netherlands Development Organisation, Plot 36 Luthuli Rise Bugolobi P. 0. Box 8339, Kampala Or by email: uganda@snvworld.org Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply Closing date of application: 31 August, 2012