Friday, 20 September 2013

Systems Administrator Job Vacancy at Uganda Road Fund (URF)

Job Title: Systems Administrator

Responsibilities:

Management

• Develop and implement a URF ICT framework including infrastructure, policy, systems and plans in line with national and international practice and URF strategic objectives and business process requirements.
• Identify, plan, prioritize and implement development and integration of systems of the Fund and monitor performance and resource utilization thereof.
• Development and implement server back-up and disaster recovery procedures including security and control of access such as by assigning user-IDs and passwords to authorized users.
• Supervise comprehensive testing and evaluation of all modifications to software and hardware before Implementation to minimize possible disruption of processes.
• Pursue and mainstream innovative modem practices such as cloud data management and novel IT products and services and recommend enhancements to Improve system efficiency.
• Supervise, appraise, and develop any subordinate staff.
• Support procurement and supervision of I.C.T. products and services providers and any outsourced professional/technical support including license agreements and after sales support.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports. Network Administration
• Design operate and maintain an integrated information processing system for the Fund including LAN and website.
• Routinely operate, control and maintain the installed computer systems including control of data processing, peripheral equipment and communications network.
• Perform overall records management function including appraisal, file classification, archiving and backup of files in keeping with approved professional standards and methods.

Database Administration
• Design and implement a robust data management system including structure server function, storage capacity planning and allocation, monitoring performance and backup/ recovery systems and maintenance of archives.
• Controlling and monitoring user access to the database and maintaining security.

Qualifications & Experience:

• An honors first degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent
• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or related discipline will be an added advantage.

• Must be a Certified CISCO Network Associate (CCNA) at a minimum.
• Microsoft certification will be an add advantage.
• At least 8 years experience.
• Understanding of transport sector in Uganda. Age limit - not more than 45 years.


How to apply:
Applications accompanied by
(i) a capability statement detailing the applicant’s general qualifications, adequacy for the post or assignment and illustrated personal experience;
(ii) copies of testimonials;
(iii) detailed curriculum vitae showing positions held;
(iv) current salary;
(v) 3 referees; and
(vi) postal address, daytime telephone contacts and email address of applicants should be submitted either in hard copy or by email in portable document format (pdf) to:
The Executive Director,
Uganda Road Fund,
5th Floor Twed Towers,
Plot 10, Kafu Road,
P.O. Box 7501,
Kampala,

Email: info@roadfund.ug

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



Head, Procurement and Disposal Unit Jobs Vacancy at Uganda Road Fund (URF)

Job Title: Head, Procurement and Disposal Unit

Responsibilities:

• Undertake and manage all functions of the PDU stipulated in the PPDA Act, 2003;
• Undertake and manage all procurements under donor funded projects as may be required;
• Provide quality assurance and support implementation of procurement
• Prepare and present reports, papers and briefs to the Fund Management Board on issues related to procurement and disposal of assets as may be required;
• Active participation in the functions of the Fund Management Committee, including tendering professional advice and provision of regular reports and briefs;
• Direct and manage the functions and performance of all staff placed under the PDU;
• Prepare reports as may be required from time to time.
• Liaise with PPDA on matters of procurement and disposal;
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.


Qualifications and experience:

• An Honours degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or Business Administration, Economics, Finance or any business related field but with a Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement.
• A master's degree in management or business related field;
• Professional qualification in procurement (e.g. CIPS).
• A minimum of 8 years' experience, 4 of which should be at management level in a reputable organisation especially public sector entities at start "PI
• Should have deep knowledge and experience with the PPDA law and regulations with evident achievements from PPDA Audits;
• Should have demonstrable experience in planning and implementing procurements in a large organisation in Uganda or the region;
• Working knowledge of the Transport Sector and/or local governments functions and laws is added advantage;
• Familiarity with modem infrastructure procurement and contracting options including BOT schemes, performance contracting, tolling, parallel bid evaluations framework, term contracting and others.
• High integrity and strong interpersonal skills, good communication skills and self-driven. Age limit - Not more than 45 years

How to apply:
Applications accompanied by
(i) a capability statement detailing the applicant’s general qualifications, adequacy for the post or assignment and illustrated personal experience;
(ii) copies of testimonials;
(iii) detailed curriculum vitae showing positions held;
(iv) current salary;
(v) 3 referees; and
(vi) postal address, daytime telephone contacts and email address of applicants should be submitted either in hard copy or by email in portable document format (pdf) to:
The Executive Director,
Uganda Road Fund,
5th Floor Twed Towers,
Plot 10, Kafu Road,
P.O. Box 7501,
Kampala,

Email: info@roadfund.ug

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.







Brand Manager Careers at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Brand Manager (Ref: MIUL/01/09/BM/SALES/2013)
   

Duties:
• Monitor market trends and oversee advertising and marketing activities to ensure the right message is delivered for a brand portfolio;
• Develop plans and execute projects and initiatives to support the broader short and long term marketing strategy.

Qualifications and Experiences:
• Bachelor Degree in Commerce, Business Administration (majoring in Marketing) or any other related field;
• Additional qualifications in Marketing will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in marketing of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG).


How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.


Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Product Development Manager at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Product Development Manager (Ref: MIUL/02/09/PDM/SALES/2013)
   
Duties:

• Explore feasible products or brands that can be expanded through various sources from internal and external inputs;
• Develop marketing concepts;
• Test and create proposals to gain support from Management and R & D for the new products or extended product lines;
• Plan and execute marketing mix strategies of products and segmentation;
• Target and position strategies for new product development.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Bachelor Degree in Commerce, Business Administration (majoring in Marketing) or any other related field;
• Professional Qualification in Marketing will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in marketing of FMCG.

How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.


Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013




Trade Executive Commodities Jobs in Uganda at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Trade Executive – Commodities (Ref: MIUL/04/09/TE – C/SALES/2013
   
Duties:
• Develop and implement strategies aimed at maximizing business investment opportunities for the Group in the region and overseas;
• Provide statistics and forecast projections concerning international trade and investment.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Masters Degree in Business Administration (majoring in International Trade or any other related field);
• Minimum of 4 years work experience in International Trade or any other related field.

How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.


Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013



Social Media Executive Jobs in Uganda at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Social Media Executive (Ref: MIUL/05/09/SME/SALES/2013)

Duties:

• Effectively managesocial media activities of the Group thorugh website update, design and layout; update of Facebook, Twitter,
• You Tube and other social media platforms;
• Develop brand and industry related stories, news items and tips from internal and external sources.

Qualifications and Experiences:
• Bachelor Degree in Mass Communication, Marketing, Information Technology or any other related field;
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in managing and developing various social media platforms.

How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013


Mechanical Supervisor Jobs Vacancy at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Mechanical Supervisor (Ref: MIUL/06/09/MS/ENG./2013)
   
Duties:
• Supervise repairs, maintenance and installation of plant equipment and machinery;
• Plan and develop work and equipment usage schedules and procedures for equipment and appliance maintenance.

Qualifications and Experiences:
• Higher or Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering;
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in supervising mechanical  repairs and maintenance works in a manufacturing industry.

How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013




Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technician Jobs in Uganda at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technician

Ref: MIUL/07/09/AC&RT/ENG./2013)

Duties:
• Carry out maintenance, installation, repair, inspection and routine preventive maintenance checks of various air conditioning and refrigeration units;
• Diagnose malfunctions and troubleshoot various air conditioning and refrigeration units in order to arrange for corrective maintenance.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Ordinary Diploma in Maintenance and Repair of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning units;
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in a similar role.

How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013




Machinist Job Vacancy in Uganda at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title: Machinist (Ref: MIUL/09/09/M/ENG./2013)
   
Duties:
• Set up and operate avariety of machine tools to produce precision parts, instruments
• and finished products used to fabricate, modify or repair mechanical instruments; Measure, examine and test completed units in order to detect defects;
• Ensure conformance of tools and machines to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometres.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Craft Certificate in Sheet and Metal Works;
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in mechanical repairs and machine maintenance.

How to Apply:

Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (3) referees should be sent by post / hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Department
Mukwano Group of Companies
P. O. Box 2671, Kampala, Uganda.

Application Deadline: 27th Sept 2013

Applications can also be sent to recruitment@mukwano.com.



Library Assistant at Uganda Management Institute

Job Title: Library  Assistant  -Kampala  Centre

Responsibilities
• Assisting  library  users  in locating   library  materials
• Processing  the  loaned  and  returned  books
• Sorting  and shelving  books  and other  reading  materials
• Tidying  shelves  and library  furniture

Specifications
• Diploma  in Library and  Information  Science  from  a  recognized  Institution  /University
• Must  be  computer  literate
• Should  be  self-driven , results –oriented , versatile, customer –focussed  , innovative


How to apply

Applications  with  comprehensive  typed CV , certified  copies  of  transcripts and certificates together with the  applicants telephone  contact , names, addresses  and telephone numbers of three referees  should  be received by the  address   following
The  Human Resource  Manager
Uganda  Management  Institute
Plot  44-52 Jinja Road
P. O. Box 20131  Kampala

Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013

Human Resource Officer Job Vacancy at Uganda Management Institute

Job Title: Human Resource Officer


Responsibilities
• Implementing  the Human  Resource  plan  for the  Institute
• Participating  in the  selection  , induction  and  placement  of   staff
• Updating  the  staff   data  bank
• Supporting  staff   welfare programs

Specifications
• An  honors  Bachelor’s  Degree  in a  Human  Resource  Management  related  field  from  a recognized  University /Institution  plus,
• A  postgraduate  qualification in Human  Resource  Management  will be  required
• Should  have  relevant  experience  in a  similar  or related  position  gained   in  a reputable  organization
• Well-developed  interpersonal  communication  , team  building  and analytical  skills
• Should  be  proficient  in MS  office  applications  and  internet / email  technologies

How to apply
Applications  with  comprehensive  typed CV , certified  copies  of  transcripts and certificates together with the  applicants telephone  contact , names, addresses  and telephone numbers of three referees  should  be received by the  address   following
The  Human Resource  Manager
Uganda  Management  Institute
Plot  44-52 Jinja Road
P. O. Box 20131  Kampala

Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013





Consultant in Procurement and Logistics at Uganda Management Institute

Job Title: Consultant in Procurement and Logistics

Responsibilities:

• Develop  and deliver    training  programs
• Market  UMI  training  programs
• Develop  training  materials  and case   studies
• Facilitate  on education  and training  programs  of the  Institute  .

Specifications:
• Applicants  must  have  a minimum  of a  Master’s  Degree  a field  related  to the  post  applied  for from  a recognized  University  or  Institution .
• An  honors  first  degree in a related  field  is a  requirement for  all applicants
• Should be aged between  30 years  and above
• MCIPS  is a  requirement  for applicants  for the  post  of  Consultant  in Procurement  and Logistics
• A  proven  teaching  experience  in a  University  gained  with  reputable  organizations
• or other  Institutions  of  higher  learning  will be  required  for all  applicants  plus  substantial  managerial  experience
• Ability to deliver  high  quality  training  in a  wide  range  of  fields  to  adult  learners

How to apply:

Applications  with  comprehensive  typed CV , certified  copies  of  transcripts and certificates together with the  applicants telephone  contact , names, addresses  and telephone numbers of three referees  should  be received by the  address   following
The  Human Resource  Manager
Uganda  Management  Institute
Plot  44-52 Jinja Road
P. O. Box 20131  Kampala

Application Deadline: 4th Oct 2013