Many Jobs at Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)

Jobs at Uganda National Bureau of Standards

Closing On: Saturday, 28 September 2013

 
Duration:
Job Description:
Preferred Skills:
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Trade, Industry & Cooperatives responsible for Standardization, Quality Assurance, Metrology (Measurement), and Laboratory Testing (SQMT) with the objectives of facilitating fair trade, promoting local industries and protecting consumers. UNBS is currently looking for highly motivated Ugandans, result-oriented and qualified professionals with integrity for employment on a three-year renewable contract depending on
satisfactory performance to fill the following posts.
• Audit Manager
• Manager, Imports Inspection
• Manager, Quality Assurance
• Standards Officers
• Analyst Electrical
• Metrologist

The job specifications and desired competencies can also be found on the UNBS
website: www.unbs.go.ug

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Mode of Application
Interested persons with the requirements may submit their applications together with attached copies of all academic qualifications, copies of valid identity cards and detailed CVs with mobile telephone numbers indicated, to the address below in person or by courier latest 5.00pm, 28th September 2012.

The Executive Director,
Uganda National Bureau of Standards,
Plot M217 Nakawa Industrial Area, P.O Box 6329, KAMPALA.

Protection Field Officer Jobs at International Committee of the Red Cross in Uganda

Job Title: Protection Field Officer

   

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral and independent international humanitarian organisation, which assists and protects victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence. The ICRC has an immediate opening for the following position:
Title: Protection Field Officer (M/F)
Duty Stations: Northern Uganda (exact location to be determined in November) with monthly trips to Kampala
Working hours: 48 hours a week
Main responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the ICRC Protection Coordinator (or protection delegate),
Ensure the adequate implementation of the program aimed at addressing the psychosocial needs of targeted communities in Northern Uganda, which have been most affected by the war with the LRA. and in particular, have remained with a high number of persons unaccounted for, with a focus on facilitating memorialization processes.
Networking with relevant local/regional authorities, traditional/religious leaders and humanitarian actors (within or outside the Red Cross Movement).
Requirement:
University degree.
Minimum 3 years work experience in a similar field; previous experience in a psycho-social program or/arid in relation to the missing file would be an asset
Excellent knowledge of English, both written and spoken; excellent knowledge of Luo is mandatory; Kiswahili Or/and any local language of the area affected by the war with the LRA would be important assets.
Excellent knowledge of the various traditions (in particular Acholi and Langi) and of the recent history of Northern Uganda
Good computer skills.
Valid driving license
Profile:
Excellent planning, organizational and assessment skills
Sense of responsibility and ability to take initiative and to work independently
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to coach and motivate
Flexibility and resistance to stress
Ability to represent the ICRC during meetings with external stakeholders (local/regional authorities; traditional/religious leaders; humanitarian actors)
Excellent reporting skills
Be able to travel within Northern Uganda on a daily basis and to Kampala on a monthly basis (for up to one week)
What we ofter:
A challenging and rewarding work environment to somebody who is motivated and open-minded. Salary according to the salary scale of the organization.

How to apply:
Applications should be addressed before 5pm Friday 7 September 2012 to the Protection Coordinator in a sealed envelope and delivered at the following ICRC office address: ICRC Kampala office on Plot 8, John Babiiha Avenue, Kampala. Mention “Protection Field Officer” in your title. Please make sure you register your application with the receptionist and receive a reference number. Only applications that fulfil the criteria stated will be considered. Applicants who are not contacted by 28.09.2012 should consider their application not successful

Executive Director Jobs in Uganda at The International HIV/AIDS Alliance

Job Title: Executive Director

The International HIV/AIDS Alliance supports communities to meet the challenges of HIV arrcf AIDS and build healthier communities. Our vision is a world in which people do not die of : AIDS. Since 1994, the Alliance and its partners have supported over 3,000 projects, in over 40 countries, reaching millions of people.
Executive Director: Alliance Uganda Based in Kampala, Uganda Competitive Salary & Benefits
The Alliance’s LO model emphasizes local leadership and governance of organisations.  In light of this; the Alliance seeks to recruit an Executive Director (ED) to head its operations in Uganda. The ED’s primary focus in the initial stages of this assignment will be to lead the transition of the Uganda Country Office into an independent Linking Organisation which will be nationally led, with a locally recruited Board of Directors.
The Executive Director’s overall responsibility is strategic leadership, development and effective operation of Alliance Uganda. The ED manages senior staff, provides’ leadership oh policy matters and strategy development, resource mobilisation, partnership development and advocates on key HIV issues at national and international levels with stakeholders. The ED is also responsible for overseeing the effective implementation of organisational policies, procedures and systems such as HR systems including staff management and development. S/he will report initially to the Alliance Secretariat in Brighton and after the transition will report directly to the Board of Directors.
Requirement:
website www.aidsalliance.org and click on "jobs".

How to apply:
Please send a CV and covering letter to recruitment@aidsalliance.org outlining how you meet the requirements of this post. For further information, including the job description and person specification, please visit our website www.aidsalliance.org and click on “jobs”.
Application deadline: Monday, 10 September, 2012 at 09.00 (Ugandan time)
Interviews expected: -Week commencing 24 September, 2012

Medical Representative Job Vacancy at Medical Access Uganda

Job Title: MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE
( Medical Access Uganda Limited (MAUL), Uganda )
   
Medical Access Uganda Limited (MAUL) is an organization dealing in the importation and Distribution of HIV related drugs in Uganda. MAUL has an established extensive service Offering including a dedicated procurement agency, providing a comprehensive drug & health Commodity supply chain and logistics solution across Uganda.
MAUL is looking to recruit for the following positions:
MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE
Reporting to the Business Development and Marketing Manager, the role Is responsible for growing the Company’s sales and market share through scientific and ethical product activities..
Key Accountabilities:
Promotes/details assigned company products to various Medical Professionals.
Identify sales and marketing opportunities in both urban and upcountry markets
Organizing and conducting value-adding CME’s to various customer groups.
Managing an assigned territory to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Ability to engage with experts in the medical field through excellent product knowledge.
Relationship building and representing the company at various forums.
Requirement:
A Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Health Sciences, Biomedical Laboratory Technology Nursing, Marketing, Pharmacy or other relevant area
3-5 years' experience in marketing pharmaceutical products
Skills and Competencies
Sales negotiation skills.
Positively aggressive.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Creativity and innovation
Customer service skills.
Computer skills
Driving skills.

How to apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may post an application letter with a detailed CV and copies of academic transcript naming at least three professional referees with their telephone contacts to:
Applications should be addressed to: Human Resources Manager Medical Access Uganda Limited P.O.Box 23186 Kampala Uganda
Deadline: Not later than September 14th 2012.

Internship Vacancies at Medical Access Uganda Limited

Job Title: INTERN – SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

   
Medical Access Uganda Limited (MAUL) is an organization dealing in the importation and Distribution of HIV related drugs in Uganda. MAUL has an established extensive service Offering including a dedicated procurement agency, providing a comprehensive drug & health Commodity supply chain and logistics solution across Uganda.
MAUL is looking to recruit for the following positions:
INTERN – SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Medical Access seeks to recruit Internship trainees who will obtain on-the -job experience.in the area of supply chain management
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
Support in the development of clients health commodities forecasts and budgets.
Support development of supplier catalogues.
Support tracking of supplier performance.
Support warehousing, distribution and Inventory management.
Requirement:
Degree in Health sciences including Veterinary medicine, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, MBCHB, etc.
1 -2 years working experience.

How to apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may post an application letter with a detailed CV and copies of academic transcript naming at least three professional referees with their telephone contacts to:
Applications should be addressed to: Human Resources Manager Medical Access Uganda Limited P.O.Box 23186 Kampala Uganda
Deadline: Not later than September 14th 2012.

Assistant Project Engineer Job Vacancy at Ministry of Agriculture

Job Title: Assistant Project Engineer


Government of Uganda (GoU) through Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) received a grant from the Government of Japan to increase capabilities to cope with impacts of climate change. The funds among other things are to support a skeletal staff to operate the procured heavy earth moving equipment to develop infrastructure for increasing access to Water for Agricultural Production (irrigation, water for livestock and aquaculture) and to enhance agricultural mechanization as one way to increase capabilities to cope with impacts of climate change.
Assistant Project engineer
Salary scale: Attractive
terms: Contract
Duties
The incumbent will be responsible for performance of the following duties: -
To assist the project manager in technical and administrative leadership for the efficient and effective management and use of the equipment
Responsible for day to management of all the equipment
To compiles and analyze data on deployment, management and maintenance of the equipment on a day to day basis
To create awareness about the services and benefits offered by Unit in a consistent and coordinated manner
Responsible for training of staff operators, drivers and farmers on maintenance and service of machinery as well as water and any other agricultural infrastructure
To provide technical guidance to Engineering assistants
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Requirement:
An Honours Bachelors degree in Agricultural Engineering or Civil Engineering/or Mechanical Engineering
Registered with applicable Engineers professional body
Three years of relevant working experience from a reputable organisation
Knowledge and skills
Knowledge of Uganda's policies, legislation, standards, regulations,
Ability to operate heavy equipment and machinery; work with Local communities in the different regions of Uganda
Well developed leadership, interpersonal and excellent oral/written- communication skills,
Well developed analytical and reporting skills and should be computer literate

How to apply:
Applications should be filled on Public Service form 3 (Revised) and submitted to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries P.O. Box 34518, Kampala
not later than 7/9/2012. The forms can be obtained from the Ministry of Agriculture Headquarters and government ministries and departments. Applicants who will not hear from the ministry on completion of the recruitment and selection exercise should consider themselves unsuccessful

Electrician Jobs Rift Valley Railways (RVR) in Uganda

Job Title: Electrician (2)
   
Rift Valley Railways (RVR) is a Private Logistics Organization with operations in East Africa. RVR provides both Rail and Marine services for the transportation of imports and export cargo. This leading Logistics Organization is looking for qualified, dedicated, self-motivated individuals to join the Mechanical Engineering Department team. RVR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and these positions are open to all qualified male and female nationals.
Electrician (2 positions based at Nalukolongo Railway Workshop)
Purpose: To ensure effective maintenance and repairs of Rolling Stock, plant and equipment in the Company.
Reporting to the Supervisor Electrical, you shall have the following key responsibilities;
Perform electrical services and repairs according to set standards and procedures.
Participate in Locomotive and Plant electrical maintenance programs.
Support in Planning of Locomotive and Plant electrical maintenance i.e. service, repairs and overhauls.
Rectify electrical failures and carry out approved alterations to address the failures.
Participate in the testing of locomotives before release.
Observe SHEQ measures and regulations in the workshops
Assist in the preparation of production reports Any other similar duties that may be assigned “to you from time to time by your Supervisor
Requirement:
Diploma in Electrical Engineering or its equivalent.
3 years experience in maintenance and repair of Heavy diesel powered equipment and workshop plant Management and communication skills Computer literacy
30 years and below.

How to apply:
If you believe that you fit these profiles, please send your application letter with a detailed CV including 3 referees and your daytime telephone number addressed to;
The Human Resources Manager, Rift Valley Railways (U) Ltd, Plot No. 53 Station Road/Nasser Road, P. O. Box 7891, Kampala Uganda
by 5.00pm on Monday 10th September, 2012.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Assistant Advisor - Performance Improvement Jobs at Ernst & Young Uganda

Job Title: Assistant Advisor – Performance Improvement (PI) 1 Position

Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Advisor who will assist in handling multiple clients’ engagements while serving as a business advisor to clients. Using our global learning tool, we will help you develop the skills you need to be successful and as part of market-leading global advisory professionals, you will gain valuable

experience across industries and geographies and have the opportunity to deepen your subject matter knowledge. You will interact with clients in order to collect all the necessary data information set-up and maintain PI advisory files keep up to date detailed information on client engagements in the business line and maintain a daily log of business activities and opportunities As an Assistant Advisor you will engage in the Writing of proposals and the management of client engagements.



Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

University Degree in Economics finance or Accounting – minimum upper second
 A qualification in ACCA CPA,   MBA and or related Masters Degree as an advantage
 At least 2 years experience in Advisory services
 Demonstrated technical business knowledge and ability to learn.
 Strong planning, research and communication skills
 Ability to write for reporting policy and publication
 Creative and analytical thinking
 High level of motivation and drive to start a career in professional services.
 User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge

How to Apply

Who We Are:

Ernst & young is a global leader in Assurance, tax and Transaction advisory services worldwide. Our 152,000 people are united by our shared values and unwavering commitment to quality. At Ernst & Young, we are committed to achieving potential; it’s how we make a difference for our people, our clients and our wider communities.

If you believe you are a high performer and have the skills and qualifications outlined above, kindly submit your application. CV and relevant testimonials in support of your academic qualifications to the following address

The Staff Partner
Ernst & Young Certified Public accountants
Ernst & Young House
Plot 18 clement Hill road
P.O.Box 7215, Kampala – Uganda

Please note that Ernst & Young is an equal opportunity employer however only successful candidates will be contacted

Jobs at Ernst & Young Uganda - Assistant Advisor IT Risk Job Vacancies

Job Title: Assistant Advisor IT Risk & Assurance (ITRA) 2Positions

Job Description

We are looking for an IT advisory assistant to help clients improve the competitive advantage of their information technology operations through enhanced cost efficiency and managing the risks associated with running their systems We will help you develop the skills you need to be successful And as part of a market-leading global network of technology risk professionals, you will gain valuable experience across industries and geographies and have the opportunity to deepen your subject matter knowledge. You will interact with the client in order to collect all the necessary data/information. Set-up and maintain IT advisory files etc.

Required Qualifications and Skill

First class or at least a minimum of a second upper bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.
Information Technology Information systems, Telecommunication engineering etc
Certifications such as CCNA, MCSE, MCP, Oracle CISA CISM, CISSP are desirable and a great advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (other language is a plus)
Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
High level of motivation and drive to start a career in professional services.
User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge

How to Apply

Who We Are:

Ernst & young is a global leader in Assurance, tax and Transaction advisory services worldwide. Our 152,000 people are united by our shared values and unwavering commitment to quality. At Ernst & Young, we are committed to achieving potential; it’s how we make a difference for our people, our clients and our wider communities.

If you believe you are a high performer and have the skills and qualifications outlined above, kindly submit your application. CV and relevant testimonials in support of your academic qualifications to the following address

The Staff Partner
Ernst & Young Certified Public accountants
Ernst & Young House
Plot 18 clement Hill road
P.O.Box 7215, Kampala – Uganda

Please note that Ernst & Young is an equal opportunity employer however only successful candidates will be contacted