Senior Technical Advisor Jobs at University Research Co., LLC (URC) in Uganda

Job Title:     Senior Technical Advisor - Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH)
Job Type:     Full-Time
Location:     Kampala, Uganda
Job Description:

Senior Quality Improvement Advisor – Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH)

Hours:          Full-time
Location:     Kampala, Uganda
Salary:          Commensurate with required experience and qualifications

University Research Co., LLC (URC)
URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC’s mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).

Division & Project Overview
The URC Quality & Performance Institute (QPI) is a division of URC which serves as an organizing force to bring together best practices, staff experience, partnerships, and documentation on improving health care at URC. The USAID Applying Science to Strengthen and Improve Systems (ASSIST) Project is URC’s flagship project in quality improvement.

 ASSIST is managed by URC’s Quality and Performance Institute, (QPI), which has implemented quality improvement and operations research programs in health care since 1981 and continues to be at the cutting edge of health care improvement work in countries around the world.

Roles and Responsibilities:

URC is seeking a dynamic and qualified individual to fill the position of Senior Quality Improvement Advisor – Maternal, Newborn , Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) at the Kampala Uganda office on a one year renewable contract to provide technical and other support at national, health facility and community levels, leading to quality improvement in Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH).

Key responsibilities:

    Support development and timely submission of work plans and budgets.
    Hold regular activities to assess and build necessary competencies.
    Review and improve technical strategies employed to ensure the USAID ASSIST project work plan is adhered to and implemented with measurable success.
    Support the submission of quality and accurate technical reports quarterly, biweekly, and at all other requested times.
    Ensure that cross-cutting themes like gender, health workforce development and leadership are well integrated into activities.
    In collaboration with the Knowledge Management staff, support the process of documenting best practices in form of case studies, success stories, abstracts, video clips in addition to the routine biweekly updates, quarterly and annual reports.
    In collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation team ensure that data collected is accurate and valid and captures process and outcome indicators.
    Provide technical supervision to quality improvement advisors and officers working under him or her.
    Any other duties assigned by the supervisor


Minimum Qualifications:

Required Experience & Qualifications

    Degree in Medicine and registered with the Uganda Medical and Dental practitioners Council.
    Post Graduate degree in Health related field preferably Public Health and/or Pediatrics.
    At least Five years of experience in coordinating activities of different stakeholders at a national level.
    Demonstrated ability to manage projects from start up to successful completion.
    Experience in Quality Improvement approaches.
    Experience in Clinical training of service providers.


Desired Experience & Qualifications

    Proficient in relevant computer applications and databases.
    Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills.
    Excellent past performance references (contacts should be provided at time of application).


How to Apply:
https://www4.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/urcchs/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10201

Deadline: 17/07/2013

Director of Operations Jobs at University Research Co., LLC (URC)]

Job Title:     Director of Operations
Job Type:     Full-Time
Location:     Kampala, Uganda

Job Description:


Director of Operations

Hours:          Full-time
Location:     Kampala, Uganda
Salary:          Commensurate with required experience and qualifications

University Research Co., LLC (URC)
URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC’s mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).

Division & Project Overview
The URC Quality & Performance Institute (QPI) is a division of URC which serves as an organizing force to bring together best practices, staff experience, partnerships, and documentation on improving health care at URC. The USAID Applying Science to Strengthen and Improve Systems (ASSIST) Project is URC’s flagship project in quality improvement.

ASSIST is managed by URC’s Quality and Performance Institute, (QPI), which has implemented quality improvement and operations research programs in health care since 1981 and continues to be at the cutting edge of health care improvement work in countries around the world.

Roles and Responsibilities:

    Directly supervise the administrative team and ensure that the team efficiently and effectively supports the technical program. The team currently consists of a Finance Manager, an HR Officer, an Admin Officer, a Procurement Office along with their subordinate support staff, and the successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining appropriate staffing levels to the scope and scale of the project.
    Plan and implement systems for financial operations in cooperation with the Chief of Party in accordance with the URC’s Field Operations Manual and donor regulations, including systems for cash flow management, budgeting, consolidation of accounting information, internal controls, financial reporting, and financial record-keeping.
    Develop and maintain local office financial policies and procedures in cooperation with the Chief of Party and supervise, train, and mentor other finance, administration, HR and procurement staff.
    Develop financial and management reporting framework for the project, in collaboration with the Chief of Party.
    Oversee contractual negotiations and agreements with local consultants, vendors and service providers.
    Ensure financial and administrative compliance with USAID rules and regulations.
    Work closely with the Procurement Specialist to manage logistics, procurement, and inventories for the project.
    Oversee payroll and HR procedures for USAID ASSIST Country office staff.
    Perform internal audits and reviews, as required, to ensure compliance with URC standards, donor requirements, and internationally accepted accounting practices.
    Stay abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations; compile and update applicable local policies; and train URC’s program staff in these policies.
    Oversee banking relations and monitor country cash flow requirements to ensure the smooth implementation of URC programs.
    Develop annual fiscal year budgets with the Chief of Party and URC Headquarters and forecasting systems with project technical advisors.
    Review routine financial reports, including expenditures, account reconciliation, and other financial information, in a timely and accurate manner.
    Responsible for overseeing the project inventory management, transport, human resource, security, stores, procurement, IT, communications and other operations functions.
    Working with COP to ensure efficient functioning of administrative and logistics  processes and maintaining adequate internal control;
    Communicating with HQ on operations matters on a regular basis. This includes, working with the project coordinator, contracts department and other departments on the review and timely approval of various procurement documentation.
    Contributing to ongoing URC administrative process improvements, representing the Uganda office in policy development while implementing company policies.
    Maintain contact with USAID, key counterparts, and other stakeholders as delegated by the Chief of Party


Minimum Qualifications:

Required Experience & Qualifications

    Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other relevant field. CPA or equivalent preferred.
    Ten (10) years’ experience in administrative and financial management of large international projects including experience in management of USG funded projects.
    Knowledge and experience working with USAID and other major donors is required. Demonstrated experience and skill with large budget preparation and analysis, financial reporting, preparation, and presentation, and the proven ability to translate technical financial data into informative reports.
    Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, payables and balance sheet. Experience with QuickBooks accounting software highly preferred.


Desired Experience & Qualifications

    Familiarity with compliance to Federal Acquisition Regulations.
    Proficient in relevant computer applications and databases.
    Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills.
    Excellent past performance references (contacts should be provided at time of application).


How to Apply:
https://www4.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/urcchs/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=10199


Deadline: 17/07/2013

Country Human Resource Manager Job at Century Bottling Company Limited

Job Title: COUNTRY HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) MANAGER

Century Bottling Company Limited is a Franchise Bottler and distributor of Coca Cola Products in Uganda.

Country HR Manager you will report directly to the Managing Director / Country Manager.

Country HR Manager will assume responsibility for providing leadership and direction to the Human Resources function of the Ugandan bottling operation ensuring that the goals of the business are achieved.

You will:

    Formulate and deliver Human Resources strategy and add overall value to the business;
    Manage learning & developments strategy whilst ensuring alignments with the division strategy;
    Formulate and manage budgets;
    Formulate HR Best Practice guidelines/policies and Ensuring compliance
    with group standards;
    Manage the country remuneration system; Manage country talent progression and succession planning systems;
    Manage and drive performance management system;
    Manage Employee relations and
    Manage country public affairs and communications.


Requirement:

    The successful candidate must have a Honors degree in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology or any field with a postgraduate in HR management, 8-10 years Human Resources experience , of which 5 years must have been at 3 Management level in an business organization with not less than 600 employees.
    The candidate should have sound business acumen, financial knowledge and strong analytical & organizing skills which are essential.
    In addition he/she must have outstanding problem solving skills, proven track record with regards to achieving results, excellent communication & interpersonal skills and People management & team leadership,
    High degree of integrity and flexibility.
    This role may require the successful candidate to travel extensively.

Experience: 8


How to apply:

 send to the MANAGING DIRECTOR / COUNTRY at Century Bottling Company Ltd , P. O. Box 3990, Kampala , no later than 15th May 2013.


Deadline: 15/05/2013

Jobs Vacancies at Busitema University in Uganda

Job Title:  Quality Assurance Officer

Busitema University  is   recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant post  above .
Purpose
•    To provide  professional  administrative  support to reviews within the University and  to contribute to the University’s  quality assurance  framework as well   reviewing  projects and tasks .
Qualifications
•    A Masters Degree in any  relevant field  preferably in the  field  of Education obtained  from a  recognized institution of higher learning .
•    Computer skills .
Experience
•    At  least  three  years  working  experience in a  senior  similar  position in a  large  Institution .


How to apply
Applications  are invited  from suitably  qualified  candidates  to fill the  following  positions  at  Busitema  University  . Please  submit three copies of your  application ( indicating the department where the vacancy falls  for  academic  posts), Curriculum  Vitae  giving  full detail  of  qualifications , work experience , names and contacts  of three  referees, copies of academic  documents  and one passport photograph .
Applications  with   attachments should be  addressed to The  University  Secretary , Busitema  University , P. O. Box  236  Tororo  OR  226  Busia  OR should be  hand delivered  at Busitema  University Campus OR their  Liaison  Office  at  Lincoln  Flats  C4  Makerere University. All appointments are  Permanent  and subject to six months probation.


Deadline:  06 /06 /2013

Senior Assistant Registrar Jobs in Uganda at Busitema University

Job Title: Senior Assistant  Registrar
Busitema University  is   recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant post  above .
Purpose
•    To  provide  technical  support  to the  Academic  Registrar’s  Office  in the  management  and  execution  of the  University Senate functions .
Qualifications
•    A  Masters  Degree  in any  of the following ; Curriculum  development , Education  Planning  and EDUCATION Management , from a recognized  Institution of Higher Learning
•    Computer  skills .
Experience
•    Five years  working  experience , three of which  should  be in  the  relevant area  preferably  in a similar academic  institution  or in higher educational management .


How to apply
Applications  are invited  from suitably  qualified  candidates  to fill the  following  positions  at  Busitema  University  . Please  submit three copies of your  application ( indicating the department where the vacancy falls  for  academic  posts), Curriculum  Vitae  giving  full detail  of  qualifications , work experience , names and contacts  of three  referees, copies of academic  documents  and one passport photograph .
Applications  with   attachments should be  addressed to The  University  Secretary , Busitema  University , P. O. Box  236  Tororo  OR  226  Busia  OR should be  hand delivered  at Busitema  University Campus OR their  Liaison  Office  at  Lincoln  Flats  C4  Makerere University. All appointments are  Permanent  and subject to six months probation.


Deadline:  06 /06 /2013

Senior Procurement Officer Job Vacancy at Busitema University

Job Title: Senior  Procurement Officer
Busitema University  is   recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant post  above .
Purpose
•    To  plan , coordinate , manage  and implement  the   procurement  and disposal function of the  University  to ensure value  for money  in accordance  with approved  guidelines .
Qualifications
•    A Masters  Degree  in Procurement  and Logistics  obtained  from a recognized  institution  of Higher learning  or relevant  Bachelors Degree  (related to  Logistics  and  supplies ) and full  professional  qualifications from  Chatered institute  of Purchasing  and Supply  (CIPS)
•    Computer  knowledge  of standard desktop applications  is a  requirement .
Experience
•    Working  experience  of at least five  years  in the  relevant  area  at  senior level  in a large  organization


How to apply
Applications  are invited  from suitably  qualified  candidates  to fill the  following  positions  at  Busitema  University  . Please  submit three copies of your  application ( indicating the department where the vacancy falls  for  academic  posts), Curriculum  Vitae  giving  full detail  of  qualifications , work experience , names and contacts  of three  referees, copies of academic  documents  and one passport photograph .
Applications  with   attachments should be  addressed to The  University  Secretary , Busitema  University , P. O. Box  236  Tororo  OR  226  Busia  OR should be  hand delivered  at Busitema  University Campus OR their  Liaison  Office  at  Lincoln  Flats  C4  Makerere University. All appointments are  Permanent  and subject to six months probation.


Deadline:  06 /06 /2013

Deputy Estates Manager Job Vacancy at Busitema University

Job Title: Deputy Estates  Manager

Busitema University  is   recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant post  above .
Qualifications
•    A Masters  Degree  in Engineering  obtained  from a recognized  institution  of Higher  Learning .
•    Should be registered  with the  Uganda  Institution of   Professional Engineers (UIPE).
•    Computer skills

Experience
•    Working experience  of at least  five  years  in the  relevant  area at a  senior  level in a  large  organization .


How to apply
Applications  are invited  from suitably  qualified  candidates  to fill the  following  positions  at  Busitema  University  . Please  submit three copies of your  application ( indicating the department where the vacancy falls  for  academic  posts), Curriculum  Vitae  giving  full detail  of  qualifications , work experience , names and contacts  of three  referees, copies of academic  documents  and one passport photograph .
Applications  with   attachments should be  addressed to The  University  Secretary , Busitema  University , P. O. Box  236  Tororo  OR  226  Busia  OR should be  hand delivered  at Busitema  University Campus OR their  Liaison  Office  at  Lincoln  Flats  C4  Makerere University. All appointments are  Permanent  and subject to six months probation.

Deadline:  06 /06 /2013

Mechanic Job at Uganda Electricity Transmission Company limited

Job Title: Mechanic
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company limited  is recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant  post above .
Key  Result  Areas
•    Carry  out  assessment  of  motor  vehicles to get  licenses,  owner’s  transport  permit  (OTV) and  alterations  in the  vehicles to abide  by legal  status
•    Inspect  motor vehicles  before  and  after  repair  from  external   garages in line with  UETCL  fleet management  manual .
•    Follow up  request for payments  of  licenses of fleet from  in line  with  UETCL  fleet management  manual.
•    Assist  in the  checking  and  topping  up  of engine  oil and other oils  used by the vehicles .
•    Supervise the repairs  and service  of vehicles  along  UETCL  Transmission  lines  in line  with  UETCL  fleet  management  manual .
The Person
•    Ordinary Diploma  in Mechanical  Engineering  from  a recognized  institution .
•    Uganda  Certificate of Education (O  Level  Certificate)
•    Must  possess valid  National  Driving  permit  for  classes B,CM&G
•    Possession of class CH  will be  an  added advantage .
•    Defensive driving  and basic  training  in vehicle  mechanics would  be  added  advantage


How to apply
Interested  persons  should  send their  applications  enclosing  photocopies  of academic  qualifications  certificates and testimonials  along with their curriculum vitae indicating  contract postal address , daytime  contact telephone   to ;
The Manager ,
Human  Resource  and  Administration
Uganda   Electricity Transmission Company  Limited
P. O. Box  7925
Kampala

Deadline:  13/ 05 /2013

Legal Clerk Job Vacancy in Uganda at Uganda Electricity Transmission Company limited

Job Title:  Legal  Clerk
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company limited  is recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant  post above .
Key  Result  Areas
•    Manage the  Legal  Section ‘s  filling  requirements
•    Maintain and update the  register  of all cases  handled  by the Company’s  external  lawyers
•    Maintain a register  of all the Company ‘s  contracts , contractual documents  and  licenses
•    Maintain and update  the Certificate  of  Titles register for the  Company’s  Property
•    Update and  manage  the Legal  Sections  library
The Person
•    Diploma  in Law  from the Law Development Centre
•    At least  three  UACE  Principal  passes
•    A  minimum  of ten  years  experience  working  as a  Law Clerk in a  busy  law firm
•    Must have been  an  approved  process  server for at least  seven years
•    Demonstrate knowledge  of the  processes involved in approval  of chambers  and renewal of  Advocates Practicing  Certificate


How to apply
Interested  persons  should  send their  applications  enclosing  photocopies  of academic  qualifications  certificates and testimonials  along with their curriculum vitae indicating  contract postal address , daytime  contact telephone   to ;
The Manager ,
Human  Resource  and  Administration
Uganda   Electricity Transmission Company  Limited
P. O. Box  7925
Kampala

Deadline:  13/ 05 /2013

Principal Budget and Financial Officer Jobs in Uganda at Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited

Job Title:  Principal  Budget and  Financial  Officer
Uganda  Electricity  Transmission  Company  limited  is recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant  post above .
Key  Result  Areas
•    Prepare and  coordinate  budget guidelines  , leads  the  multiyear budget  making  process ,  budgetary  control  activities  and measures  including  budget variance analyses  across  the  company .
•    Coordinate  the preparation  of monthly  , quarterly  and annual  management  accounts  and present  budgetary  control data  to Management .
•    Review   the  profitability of the Company’s  business activities , projects  and products  and advice  the  Manager,  Finance  , Accounts  and  Sales  and  the  MD/CEO.
•    Analyze  revenue  and expenditure  trends  and  recommend  appropriate budget  levels  and  ensure  expenditure  control  as  appropriate .
The Person
•    Must be  holder  of a Bachelors degree  in either  B.Com  or  BSc  or  BA  in  Accounting  or Finance  from a  recognized  University .
•    Must be  a holder  pf professional  qualifications  such as  CPA  (U), ACCA,  CIMA etc.
•    Must have  experience  of at least  five  years  in accounting  /financial  management  with a bias  of financial  planning  , treasury  management  and Final  Accounts  in a  reputable  corporate organization .
•    Must have  working  knowledge  of the  Sun  Accounting  packages
•    Must demonstrate  a  background of  personal  and  strategic  leadership.


How to apply
Interested  persons  should  send their  applications  enclosing  photocopies  of academic  qualifications  certificates and testimonials  along with their curriculum vitae indicating  contract postal address , daytime  contact telephone   to ;
The Manager ,
Human  Resource  and  Administration
Uganda   Electricity Transmission Company  Limited
P. O. Box  7925
Kampala

Deadline:  13/ 05 /2013

Principal Internal Auditor Jobs in Uganda at Busitema University

Job Title: Principal Internal Auditor
Busitema University  is   recruiting  suitable  applicants  for the vacant post  above .

Qualifications
•    A Masters degree  in Accounting  and Finance  , Business  Administration  (Accounting  option) with full  Professional  qualification in Accountancy  like  ACCA, CPA  or  equivalent  professional  qualification  in Accountancy obtained from a  recognized  awarding  institution  recognized  by  ICPAU.
•    Computer knowledge of standard  desktop applications  is  a  requirement .
•    Knowledge  of  computerized  accounting  package  and membership to the  Institute  of  Internal  Auditors –Uganda  is added  advantage .
Experience
•    Working experience of at least  five years  in the  relevant area  three of which  should  be in  Audit  supervision  in a large  organization .


How to apply
Applications  are invited  from suitably  qualified  candidates  to fill the  following  positions  at  Busitema  University  . Please  submit three copies of your  application ( indicating the department where the vacancy falls  for  academic  posts), Curriculum  Vitae  giving  full detail  of  qualifications , work experience , names and contacts  of three  referees, copies of academic  documents  and one passport photograph .
Applications  with   attachments should be  addressed to The  University  Secretary , Busitema  University , P. O. Box  236  Tororo  OR  226  Busia  OR should be  hand delivered  at Busitema  University Campus OR their  Liaison  Office  at  Lincoln  Flats  C4  Makerere University. All appointments are  Permanent  and subject to six months probation.

Deadline:  06 /06 /2013