Jobs at Protection Desk Uganda

Job Title :Administration and Finance Officer
Closing Date: Wednesday, 28 December 2011

Background:

This is a call for an Administration and Finance Officer to work with the Protection Desk Uganda (PD-U). PD-U is a collaborative effort of the East and Horn of Africa Human Rights Defenders Project (EHAHRDP) based in Kampala, Uganda and Protection International (PI) based in Brussels, Belgium.

The PD-U was established with the aim of providing ongoing and effective support to human rights defenders through building their capacity in security and protection management in order to ensure that those defenders can in turn offer greater protection to the people they work with and for. The Desk furthermore seeks to support the efforts by other stakeholders to mainstreaming defenders' protection into the agenda of key stakeholders, notably relevant national authorities, national and international organisations and foreign governments. PD-U furthermore complements EHAHRDP's efforts in these areas on a sub-regional level.

Key responsibilities:

 In charge of the office and maintenance of an inventory of all purchased items and insurance policies;  Manage contractual negotiations and agreements with suppliers and service providers;  Maintain cash books, cheque register for all bank accounts and produce monthly reconciliation statements for each account;  Compile monthly financial and management accounting reports;  Ensure effective accountability of all finance disbursements/remittances;  Monitor and advise on the financial status of various projects and programmes;  Participate in preparing the project proposals, work plans, budgets and budget implementation of PD-U ;  Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, preparing accounts and reports for external audits, respond to audit queries and follow up on the audit recommendations.  Advise on any accounting procedures, policies, directives and laws that accrue to non-profit organizations in the country where the project is registered;  Train PD-U staff in relevant financial/expenditure reporting related to their responsibilities;  Co-ordinate with PD-U staff on the logistics of trainings;  Provide human resource management support to the project;  Carry out administrative tasks related to the organisation's projects;  To contribute to the development of the organisation security plan, update it and abide by it;  Observe the mandate of PI and EHAHRDP in all work carried out and follow the principles of non-intervention, impartiality/non-partisanship, and non-violence.

Desired profile:

 University degree in Administration, Finance or Accounting, preferably ACCA;  At least 3 years working experience relevant to this position;  Experience with administrative and financial operations of local Non-Governmental Organisations;  Experience with WIN PACCS and Pastel Accounting software preferred ;  Proven analytical and negotiation skills;  Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate, implement and review work processes and plans;  Proven ability to write and speak concisely and clearly and communicate effectively;  Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.  Experience in a multi-cultural and/or international work environment;  Commitment to gender equality as well as to cultural, ethnic, sexual orientation and religious equality;  Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;  Proven team work skills.

Location: The position is based in Kampala, Uganda.

Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English. French will be positively valued.

Monthly remuneration: UgSh 2,500,000 – 2,900,000 gross
How to apply:

Applications including a letter of motivation (1 page), CV (no more than 3 pages) and contacts of three references should be sent to: nrehmer@protectioninternational.org by 28th December 2011. The subject line of the email must read: Application for position of Finance and Administration Officer.

Further information about the activities of Protection International can be obtained from www.protectioninternational.org and www.defenddefenders.org for the East and Horn of Africa Human Rights Defenders Project.

Job Vacancies at Belgian Development Agency

Job Title : International Sector Expert Pedagogy (co-manager), Kampala, Uganda

Closing Date: Saturday, 31 December 2011

In view of the the further development of its activities the BTC is currently looking for a (m/f):


For follow up of the intervention: "Improving the training of BTVET Technical Teachers/instructors and health tutors, and secondary teachers"

Ref.: UGA/09/020-2B

Location: Kampala, Uganda Duration of the contract: 5 years Probable starting date: beginning of 2012 Monthly salary package: between 5.299,56 euro and 7.500,22 euro (this includes the gross monthly salary and the expat benefits: hardship allowance and expat allowance). The salary is calculated, depending on the composition of the family and the number of years of relevant experience.

Context:

The education sector in Uganda has experienced a great transformation over the past 15 years. In 1997 the government of Uganda launched the Universal Primary Education strategy. By consequence enrolment in primary education soared. Because of its success (at least in numbers), an equal investment strategy became necessary for secondary education to provide further schooling for the rising number of pupils who finished primary education. The Universal Secondary Education strategy was then put into action in 2007, leading to an instant increase in enrolment figures in secondary education as well. Recognizing the importance of ensuring the quality and relevance of the education that the children receive, providing teachers capable of delivering education of high quality is considered by the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) as the single most important input in ensuring the successful delivery of the UPPET programme. Therefore upon initiative of the Government of Uganda, the Embassy of Belgium in Uganda has agreed to support interventions geared towards the improvement of teacher training provided by the National Teachers Colleges (NTCs), as well as other Colleges responsible for training tutors and lecturers for Business, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (BTVET), including the training of health Tutors.

Objectives:

The Specific objective of the intervention is to provide an improved teaching and practice-oriented learning environment, supported by a strengthened support supervision and visitation (inspections) service, for the most part on four selected colleges. To reach this objective, the project has defined a strategy that addresses four areas: · Strengthening the teacher education system in relation to the colleges in the areas of communication, support supervision and visitation, strategic management and lecturers qualifications; · Strengthening the management capacity of the supported colleges; · Improving the quality of teaching and learning in the supported colleges · Rehabilitating, extending and equipping the colleges facilities

These objectives will be achieved through capacity building at system (central) level, organizational (colleges) and individual (managers and teachers) level. The project will be executed in co-management.

Tasks:

The International Sector Expert will report to the Project Steering Committee (PSC) and will ensure that the members are well informed of project progress and adequately supplied with sufficient information to carry out their decision-making responsibilities. S/he will feed back to the MoES any changes in policy or direction that the PSC may wish to carry out within the Project framework.

She/he:

· Ensures, in close consultation and collaboration with the respective officers of MoES, the coordination between the different stakeholders and other related interventions; · Makes sure the strategy of the project is consistent and ensures a technically sound implementation of the project; · Coaches and follows up the project management team, including the international and national contracting and financial coordinator, the four technical advisors in the different institutions, the international sector expert in strategic management of the BTVET-subsector, the national and international expert infrastructure and the administrative staff; · Oversees the planning and preparation phase of the pedagogical component of the intervention, provides direct technical support to all activities and brings a key contribution to the promotion of learner-centred education and active learning methodologies; · Organises, coordinates and supervises the implementation of project activities in accordance with the approved project work plans; · Ensures the national and international sector specialists supporting the improvement of teaching and learning are recruited on time, properly briefed and prepared for their assignment; · Supervises financial management, accounting and timely compilation of quarterly progress reports and budgeted work plans for the following period for consideration by the PSC; is an authorised account-holder for the accounts; · Presents to the PSC the state of progress of project activities, analyses and consolidates monitoring reports and prepares recommendations for the PSC; · Organises bi-annual PSC meetings, prepares the contents and agenda of the PSC meetings and will act as secretary for the meetings; participates, without voting right, in the PSC meetings; · Contributes to the compilation of the project final report at the end of the project; · Is responsible for regular communication with BTC on the management and supervision of Project implementation;

· Ensures the capturing and integration of lessons learnt and experience drawn in the implementation of project activities and the exchange of experiences between the project and other related interventions and activities.

Profile:

Qualifications: · Master of Arts / Master of Science degree in social sciences, preferably in education sciences.

Experience: · At least 10 years experience in project management; · Extensive experience (at least 5 years) in coordinating a team of professionals, in supervising staff and in coaching co-workers; · Proven experience in the management of similar international cooperation projects; · Proven and extensive experience in the education sector and especially in the topic of teacher training; · Proven experience in implementing cross-cutting themes such as gender, HIV/AIDS and environment will be an asset; · Experience in preparing reports and other administrative and technical documents, on a clear and concise way; · Extensive professional experience in a multicultural context; · Experience with working in Uganda and the Great African Lakes region is an asset.

Other: · Demonstrated communication, presentation and facilitation skills; · Good training and coaching ability; · Able to work under stressful conditions with no objection to working overtime and undertaking field missions; · Proficiency in English (speaking – writing – reading - listening).

How to apply:

Please apply not later than December 31st 2011, through our web site www.btcctb.org. Use our Standard CV and a letter of motivation to apply. You can find the model of our Standard CV on the page Jobs of our website. If you have any additional question, don't hesitate to contact us at 02/505 18 65.

Job Vacancies at RTI International in Uganda

Job Title : Deputy Chief of Party, Kampala
Closing Date: Friday, 30 December 2011

About RTI
RTI International is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 2,800 provides research and technical expertise to governments and businesses in more than 40 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory and chemistry services.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for an upcoming Governance Project in Uganda. The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will serve as the alter ego of the Chief of Party (COP) and will manage all administrative and reporting activities for the project. He/she will ensure that required reports and documentation are produced according to USAID's guidelines. Candidate should possess strong management, administrative and writing skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Serves as RTI's alternate liaison to USAID, government counterparts, local organizations, and program partners when COP is unavailable. Ensures a high level of communication and close working relationships with USAID.
Provides strategic leadership, technical and managerial direction for the successful implementation of the project.
Ensures the timely and quality completion of all program technical and financial deliverables and reports in accordance with USAID guidelines.
Additional specific tasks and duties to be assigned as necessary to fulfill deliverables

Education and Experience
Minimum of a Bachelors degree, Masters degree preferred, in public administration, policy, finance, planning or governance or an advanced degree in a related field.
Nine years of overall experience with at least five years of relevant field experience in public administration, decentralization reform, service delivery in key sectors (such as education, health, water, agriculture), parliamentary strengthening, civil society strengthening, or community mobilization.
Demonstrated success managing and leading technical and administrative teams for USAID funded projects.
Knowledge and experience in governance and development in sub-Saharan Africa, and in Uganda specifically, is strongly desired.
Prior experience managing geographically dispersed teams is preferred.
Fluency in both written and spoken English required.

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Specific information regarding the laws that are designed to protect you against discrimination relating to your legal right to work in the US can be located at the employment portal www.rti.org/jobs
Closing Statement
Important Information:
RTI participates in the US Government E-Verify program, for specific information on this program please visit our employment portal at www.rti.org/jobs

How to apply:
Please email cover letter and CV to ugandagovernance@rti.org

Job Vacancies at International Organization for Migration

Job Title : Counter Trafficking Project Officer, Kampala, Uganda
Closing Date: Wednesday, 30 November 2011

TERMS OF REFERENCE PROJECT OFFICER 17 NOVEMBER 2011
IOM is an intergovernmental organization established in 1951, IOM is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. IOM invites applications from qualified candidates for the following vacancy at our Kampala Office:
Position Title Counter-Trafficking Project Officer Duration of Assignment Six (6) months with the possibility of extension Grade UG Duty Station Moroto, Uganda Starting Date As soon as possible.
Background Information – Coordinated Response to Human Trafficking in Uganda
The project entitled, "Coordinated Response to Human Trafficking in Uganda" ("CRTU") aims to bring about a coordinated response to human trafficking in Uganda with a predominant focus on so-called "Karamojong Street Children". The project outlines a humane and orderly reception and case management approach based in Kampala working with an existing civil society actor along with on-the-job training and direct set-up assistance for the Ministry of Internal Affairs's "Office for the Prevention of Trafficking in Persons". Close monitoring will be performed by the Uganda Human Rights Commission. Based on IOM's regional and worldwide expertise in counter-trafficking and case management, individual cases will handled directly from reception, through to return home, and socio-economic reintegration assistance. The data gathered throughout these processes will be used in order to incrementally build a detailed profile of human trafficking in Uganda with a view to more targeted programming and referral to investigative authorities for surveillance, detection, and prosecution. In the second year of the programme an emphasis on communities of return and evidence-based approaches to addressing the drivers and causes of human trafficking will be embarked upon.
Through iterative assessment in the field, reinforced by case management of client information, the CRTU will design and implement Uganda's first ever Victims of Trafficking Database. This database will be the focal point for IOM's cooperation with MoIA's Office for the Prevention of Trafficking in Persons both in Kampala and with other stakeholders in the field through the establishment of working joint monitoring hubs;
All research should initially be consultation-based (viz. case management), transitioning into household-level and community-level assessments in identified trafficking hotspots. Periodic query-based (i.e. evidence-based reporting) will be performed at the request of government and interested stakeholders using a publicly available Request for Information Form. The Trafficking Database should provide for timely tracking of trafficked and vulnerable households though the establishment of information collection and distribution points. The development of a rigorous household vulnerability tracking survey and client consultation tools for case management will be vital. The key feature of the database is its ability to track changes in victims of trafficking ('VoTs") and vulnerable households' profiles within the acquired target area. The acquisition of this target area depends entirely on throughput and repatriation of VoTs or 'clients'. The process of collecting information should also be treated as an information dissemination opportunity. The network of information collection points (inputs) and distribution points (outputs) must be robust such that the dynamics of vulnerability, socio-economic reintegration, security, and the mobility of households and communities are rigorously tracked. The key to effective collection and distribution will be building pre-existing and institutionalized capacity on the ground.
This can be done by creating a team of trained caseworkers conversant with counseling, identification of special needs, and able to dissect complex client information for follow-up. By depending on existing communication and information networks, which in this case means local government, law enforcement structures, and existing capacity amongst CSOs, IOM aims to engage local actors in the monitoring and assessment of the trafficking phenomenon and related place/group vulnerability. Thus, local government, security apparatus, and caseworkers are at the leading edge of the assessment process as opposed to the usual practice of casting local government in the role of a bystander or passive recipient of information. The key to the Programme's success will be coordinated case management performed for all VoTs and other persons vulnerable to trafficking and/or exploitation from reception in Kampala all the way through return, reinsertion, socio-economic reintegration, and follow-up for at least nine (9) months for every client.
The incumbent Project Officer should be someone passionate about combating trafficking in persons in the specific and unique circumstances of Uganda, particularly the phenomenon of so-called ""Karamojong Street Children". The incumbent will work to build a tight-knit team of caseworkers and forge effective partships with designated Government of Uganda agencies and civil society with a view to a coordinated and sustainable response to human trafficking in Uganda.

General Functions :
Under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator and with the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission, and close cooperation with the designated staff/consultants, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
Serve as primary focal point for all counter trafficking programming and be responsible for all related activities in IOM Uganda;
Direct oversight of field-staff including local implementing partners in the undertaking of reception and case management of victims of trafficking. This oversight extends to spot-checking and monitoring local implementing partners in Karamoja;
Assist in the provision of direct assistance to victims of trafficking and other exploited persons with a particular focus on ensuring, to the extent possible, the physical safety and protection victims of trafficking and other exploited persons, including but not limited to adapting case management and risk assessment practices;
Contextualize existing counter-trafficking training manuals and related materials for law enforcement, immigration and other government officials as well as state and civil society social service providers in accordance with IOM's international victim assistance guidelines;
Assist in the design of training and lead training programming for government and civil society stake holders, including law enforcement, immigration and government officials as well as civil society organizations on combating trafficking in persons and irregular migration;
Identify and wherever possible cultivate operational synergies within and between IOM projects and other organizations and agencies;
Liaise on a regular basis with local government and other designated agencies and authorities of the Government of Uganda in order to develop strong and consultative relationships with relevant local government officials and departments;
Responsible for the maintenance of accurate and timely monitoring and evaluation, ensuring that all activities are properly tracked and recorded;
Supervise the work of local implementing partners and related community-based organizations; this necessarily involves grant supervision of local implementing partners' information dissemination and community facilitation activities;
Responsible for maintaining project documentation and information;
Ensure that confidentiality and the right to privacy is maintained with regard to confidential information;
In accordance with structured reporting requirements, prepare regular project reports and donor reports according to IOM Uganda and donor requirements of all activities undertaken;
Coordinate the preparation of external correspondence, and managing internal correspondence;
Represent IOM at relevant stakeholder meetings in Uganda and give presentations and conduct training briefings as required; and
Undertake any other duties as instructed

Desired Qualifications:
An advanced university degree in Human Rights, Migration and/or Law;  A thorough understanding of human rights approaches and analyses specific to trafficking in persons;  Must have extensive training in trafficking in persons laws and their application in the Africa context;  Experience developing manuals and training materials for law enforcement and government(s) re combating trafficking in persons;  Experience in either paid employment or internship/volunteer work within the international aid and development sector, with demonstrable background in working with vulnerable groups, especially vulnerable families/communities, women, and children in Uganda;  Strong familiarity with politico-institutional landscape of Uganda;  Must have field experience working within the sub-region of Karamoja and knowledge of the Karamoja human trafficking context;  Excellent communications skills, both written and oral, including the ability to prepare clear and concise reports;  Ability to work effectively, flexibly and harmoniously within a team and with colleagues from linguistically and culturally diverse cultural and professional backgrounds;  Ability to work independently, preparedness to work under pressure and cope with demanding deadlines;  Must be prepared to work and live permanently in Karamoja;  Demonstrable skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyze and process complex data essential; and  Must have a professional-level familiarity with MSWord/MS Excel/MS Powerpoint applications.

How to apply:
A detailed resume without a cover letter and not more than 4 pages should be sent to: onalunkuma@iom.int / snabulere@iom.int.
Please indicate the job title in your response.
Closing Date: 30. 11. 2011

Technical Assistance Team Job Vacancy at Cardno Emerging Markets (UK) Ltd - Kampala ,Uganda

Job Number A/298/1
Location: Kampala, Uganda (and other parts of Uganda as necessary)
Job Title : Technical Assistance Team to design and implement programme to support accountability within the Health Sector in Uganda for DFID
Term: Varied – the programme duration is five years
Consultant: Consultant: Cardno Emerging Markets (UK) Ltd has been invited to tender for this project to support accountability in the Health Sector in Uganda. Cardno has a long history of successfully managing donor funded programmes in Uganda, with a current presence in Kampala and in Northern Uganda. Cardno provides specialist professional services associated with the planning, design, implementation, evaluation and monitoring of pro-poor development programmes across a broad range of physical, economic and social infrastructures. We have worked with donors, governments and private clients for over 25 years. Our areas of business include Healthcare and Grant Management Funds. In relation to Healthcare, we design, implement and evaluate programmes that improve reproductive health and family planning services, mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases and increase access to maternal and child health services. We work with private and public sector actors to strengthen and reform critical health system functions. With regard to Grant and Challenge funds, we design, manage and monitor grant and challenge funds which support non-state actors and community groups in acquiring, and developing ownership of the services which they require, including physical infrastructure and information services.

Technical Assistance team is likely to include:

- Programme Manager/Grant Fund Expert
- Knowledge Management/M&E Expert
- Finance and Administration Expert
- Communications Expert (likely to only required in the Inception Period and possibly short inputs thereafter)
- Technical Expert - Health Sector Expert

Skills and Experience

Technical areas of expertise are likely to include:
• Grants management
• Capacity development and training
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Knowledge management
• Financial management and administration


• Health Systems Strengthening
• Sexual and Reproductive Health
• Procurement and drug supply management
• Human resources Management within health sector
• Gender ( inequality and social inclusion)

The responsibilities of the Team are likely to include:

• Provision of leadership on technical areas – related to one or more of the key areas given above
• Integrate programme activities into wider strategic objectisve
• Prepare detailed work plans and execute on statements of work
• Develop innovative toolkits and operating procedures
• Liaise with clients/donors, government officials and organisations within the private sector
• Lead assessments, trainings and workshops for audiences in Uganda
• Prepare written outputs

It is anticipated that the Technical Assistance Team will require the following skills/knowledge and experience
• Further degree in social sciences, public health, economics, public finance or other relevant field
• Expertise and experience of working to support Non-State Actors and community groups
• 5+ years working in global public health, in developing countries, OR 5+ years working in the design and management of grant funds
• Experience of working on DFID funded programmes, or on other donor-funded projects or programmes
• Proven experience of providing technical expertise to a high standard, and leading teams successfully
• Expertise in working on projects which are aimed at supporting poor and vulnerable groups, including women and girls
• High standard of written English
• Experience in East Africa, including ideally, Uganda
• Ideally, prior experience of leading international health projects, OR grant/challenge fund management
Objective: To design and implement the 3rd component (output 3) of DFID’s Uganda Accountability Programme “Strengthening Civil Society Engagement in the Health Sector”. The objective of the HSAP will be to empower citizens at national and sub-national levels to articulate concerns, demand and induce improved services, monitor service delivery and influence sustainable institutional change processes in the health sector. It is expected that the HSAP will specifically target poor and vulnerable groups, especially women and girls.

To Apply:
http://cardnoem.agrisystems.co.uk/jobops/jobapplication.aspx?dept=A&project=298&job=1&pid=364

International Rescue Committee Job Vacancy - Project Director - Uganda

Job Title : Project Director
Sector: Civil Society    
Location: Uganda    
Employee Type: Regular    
Employee Category: Full Time    



Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster and provides innovative, relevant programming in post conflict environments. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
The IRC in Uganda:
The IRC has worked in northern Uganda since 1998, implementing relief, recovery and post-conflict development programs in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army. Today, the IRC is helping tens of thousands of people displaced by violence to return home and rebuild their communities, following a cease-fire agreement in 2006. At the same time, in Karamoja—one of the poorest and least developed areas in Uganda—the IRC works with communities affected by violence to promote peace and improve access to services since 2002. The IRC in Uganda is implementing a five year strategic plan (2011 – 2015) focusing on meeting the unique needs of adolescent girls, strengthening partnerships with the government, civil society and the private sector, promoting accountability and incorporating evidence-based approaches.
Specific notes on the HSAP Project Management:
The IRC is currently preparing a proposal in response to a DFID-funded request for applications to improve community-driven accountability and monitoring of health services. This Health Sector Accountability Project (HSAP) is part of DFIDs complex, multi-year Uganda Accountability Program. The Program Director will work with a team of staff to manage the project’s portfolio of sub-grants and oversee support to civil society partners throughout the sub-granting cycle (organizational development; technical trainings on gender, reproductive health, accountability seeking behaviors and advocacy; project cycle management; compliance and reporting).
•This position will be an employment agreement with the IRC and is contingent on the IRC being awarded funding.
•The anticipated project duration is October 2011 through December 2015, and is characterized by a six-month inception/ planning period followed by implementation.
•The IRC is leading on this proposal, but working with GOAL, Uganda in the submission and subsequent project implementation.
•If the IRC/GOAL is successful in getting this contract from DfID, the position would directly supervise project staff embedded in the IRC and GOAL Uganda staff.
Responsibilities:
Provide Strong Leadership to the HSAP
•Ensure that the project is implemented in accordance with the terms of the DfID contract, the IRC regulations and at the highest professional standards.
•Ensure that the project is carried out without cost overruns.
•Provide direct technical and managerial supervision to all project staff to ensure high quality program implementation to achieve maximum coverage and impact.
•Act as the primary representational link with DFID Uganda, government offices and other donors, multinationals and technical agencies as applicable.
•Work closely with DFID Uganda and agencies implementing other related projects or other DFID projects under the Uganda Accountability Program.
•Represent the project to all key stakeholders, government officials and donors at workshops, conferences and coordination meetings.
•Lead inception stage activities (6 months) including:
◦Organize and draft guidance for a sub-grant process that adheres to DFID and IRC policies and procedures.
◦Develop manuals and procedures for grant applications.
◦Prepare a draft call for grant applications and issue a call for concept notes.
◦Based on emerging trends in the concept notes, revise manuals and procedures for full grant application process.
◦Organize (and outsource) assessments in areas of reproductive health and social exclusion analysis.
◦Organize (and outsource) baseline survey.
◦Establish and M&E plan, detailed year 1 workplan, detailed year one budget.
◦Submit inception report to DFID.
•Manage sub-grant process including:
◦With IRC/GOAL and HSAP team, review and provide feedback on all concept notes and sub-grant proposals.
◦Ensure award of sub-grants to Ugandan NGOs, CBOs and district level advocacy networks.
◦Conduct, in collaboration with program staff, pre-award assessments of all new sub-grantees prior to sub-grant award.
◦Ensure submission and approval of Anti-Terrorism Compliance documents for all new sub-grantees prior to sub-grant award.
◦Prepare sub-grantee agreements and modifications.
Civil Society Capacity Building
•Ensure potential sub-grantees are familiar with DFID and IRC sub-grant policies and procedures.
•Working with fellow IRC/GOAL staff, disseminate guidelines about, and train potential sub-grantees in, the process of submitting sub-grant proposals responsive to this project’s needs and in line with USAID and IRC regulations.
•Prepare, in collaboration with HSAP program staff and sub-grantees, individual capacity building plans for all sub-grantees.
•Oversee provision of quality technical (health sector) support to CSO partners as required.
•Identify, possibly through expressions of interest, organizations/firms that are capable of providing organizational development and other trainings as identified by the CSO partners.
•Prepare monitoring plan for all outsourced organizational development trainings for sub-grantees.
•Support the HSAP staff to conduct and document regular mentoring and follow-up of sub-grantees.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
•Conduct regular meetings with sub-grantee partners and program staff;
•Inform program staff about key compliance issues and support program staff to work with partners to address problems;
•Ensure that M&E Coordinator:
◦Maintains filing system (both hard and soft copy) for all sub-grantees’ agreements, amendments, proposals, reports, payments and important correspondence; and
◦Develops sub-grantee tracking sheets and data bases that capture key information;
•Ensure timely submission of sub-grantee technical and financial reports, and ensure the review of reports adheres to IRC requirements.
•Coordinate with IRC’s Finance Department to facilitate timely processing of all sub-grantee payments.
•Ensure completion of required reports to the donor.
Requirements:
•Master’s Degree or higher in Social Sciences, such as international development, social work, or public policy.
•At least 10 years experience in designing, implementing and managing related civil society development programs, preferably in relation to community-accountability mechanisms.
•Minimum of five years experience in advocacy-related work.
•Experience (implementation or oversight) of programs in the health sector, focusing on demand side strategies for improving health service delivery.
•Strong knowledge of DFID rules and regulations.
•Demonstrated skills and experience working and collaborating with international and local non-profit organizations.
•Strong negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong relations with local counterparts, donors, and other stakeholders.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•Ability and interest to work with a diverse and multicultural team in a collaborative, respectful and culturally appropriate manner.
•Ability to multi-task and manage a number of different initiatives at one time, with flexibility and creativity in a complex environment.


IRC leading the way from harm to home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

To Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7241

Logistics Volunteer Job Vacancy at International Rescue Committee - Uganda

Job Title : Logistics Volunteer
Sector: Logistics    
Location: Uganda    
Employee Type: Volunteer    
Employee Category: Full Time    



Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:
The International Rescue Committee began working in Uganda in 1998 in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army in the north of the country. Today, during this time of transition and recovery, the IRC is reshaping its interventions towards post-conflict development as tens of thousands of people in the north who were displaced by violence have returned home. At the same time, in the east in Karamoja – the poorest and least developed area in Uganda – the IRC works with communities affected by inter- and intra-clan violence to promote peace and improve access to services. Interventions in Karamoja require a sophisticated understanding of the context and must be tailored to meet complex needs and respect the agro-pastoral lifestyle. The IRC in Uganda’s new strategic plan, 2011 – 2015, emphases partnership, accountability, evidence-based programming and an increasing focus on the unique needs of adolescent girls.
SCOPE OF WORK:
Reporting to the Field Coordinator, the Operations Volunteer will support the operations field-team in delivering efficient and cost-effective support to the program teams in the Moroto field site as well as the satellite offices Nakapiripit and Kotido. The focus of the position will be on development and implementation of innovative and feasible plans for improving the logistical and operational set up and increasing efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the logistics support function. This includes the monitoring/follow-up of field logistics systems to ensure that IRC standard policies and procedures are adhered to and donor compliance maintained. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to operationalize their classroom learning in a challenging environment, with sufficient space for innovation. This is a six to 12 month assignment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Assessing logistics and operational support needs in light of the growing program in Karamoja
•Putting in place systems aiming at efficient, cost-effective and compliant operations support to the programs in the field and satellite offices.
•Make an assessment of the IRC office and guesthouse premises resulting in action plans and budgets for improvement of the working and living environments
•To provide logistics support in managing procurement processes, asset management and transport and providing training to operations staff. At all times seeking to raise the efficiency of operations systems and increase their cost-effectiveness.
REQUIREMENTS:
•Current or recent graduate student in Businss or other related field with knowledge and experience in operations or logistics.
•Strong organizational skills; the ability to organize complex tasks within set deadlines in unpredictable settings.
•Excellent communication, diplomacy, and teamwork skills; the ability to work closely with colleagues in other locations.
•Availability and willingness to travel
•Strong technology skills, including operations applications
WORK ENVIRNOMENT:
The position is based in the Moroto Field Office, in north eastern sub-region of Karamoja. Security in town is generally acceptable but requires heightened monitoring and awareness. Travel within the Sub-Region and between the three offices is strictly controlled due to security concerns related to cattle raiding and inter/intra-ethnic clashes.
Volunteers are provided with a modest monthly stipend, travel expenses, health insurance and shared housing.


IRC leading the way from harm to home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

To Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=6892

Grants and Partnerships Manager Job Vacancy at International Rescue Committee - Uganda

Job Title : Grants and Partnerships Manager
Sector: Grants    
Location: Uganda    
Employee Type: Regular    
Employee Category: Full Time    



Description
 The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
The IRC began working in Uganda in 1998 in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army in the north of the country. Today, the IRC is helping tens of thousands of people displaced by violence to return home and rebuild their communities, following a cease-fire agreement in 2006. At the same time, in Karamoja—one of the poorest and least developed areas in Uganda—the IRC works with communities affected by violence to promote peace and improve access to services. The IRC in Uganda recently began implementing a new five-year strategic plan that focuses on meeting the unique needs of adolescent girls, strengthening partnerships with the government, civil society and the private sector, promoting accountability and increasing the use of evidence-based approaches. In FY2010, the IRC had an annual program value of $7.7M and employed approximately 180 staff in six locations.
Grant Responsibilities
•Play a leadership role in working with sector coordinators to conceptualize new projects and develop winning funding proposals
•Stay abreast of best practices and emerging learning in the four themes of the IRC’s new strategic plan
•Ensure that grants are implemented in compliance with the IRC and relevant donor regulations, including maintenance of updated grant files and organization and follow up of regular grant meetings
•Organize regular budget management meetings with sector coordinators to ensure strong financial management
•Develop a communication and visibility strategy and support preparation of materials for internal use within the IRC
Partnership Responsibilities
•Ensure that partnerships with the government, civil society and private sector actors reflect the IRC’s strategic objectives and the local context
•Ensure that partnership and sub-grant related administrative processes and procedures are standardized and consistently implemented throughout the program, including pre-award compliance checks, agreements, disbursements, reporting and partner capacity-building
•Support program staff in assessing partnership opportunities and ensuring that partners receive appropriate capacity-building support in relation to their needs.
Requirements
•Masters in international affairs or related subject
•At least 3 years of international experience; experience in Africa would be an advantage
•Previous successful experience developing projects and writing proposals for public donors
•Excellent research and English writing skills
•Strong design and computer skills would be an advantage
Specific Security and Housing Situation :
The security situation in Kampala and northern Uganda is calm with non-violent petty street crime being the most significant threat. In Karamoja there are isolated security threats related to inter-clan conflicts and banditry. The IRC will provide the Grants and Partnership manager with shared housing, which is located a walking distance from the IRC’s office. This is a two year unaccompanied posting.


IRC leading the way from harm to home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

To Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7223
    

  

Governance, Civil Society, and Conflict Management Job Vacancies at International Resources Group (IRG) - Uganda

Job Title : Governance, Civil Society, and Conflict Management Positions
International Resources Group (IRG) seeks candidates with significant experience in local government, civil society strengthening, and conflict management for anticipated USAID-funded programs in Uganda. We are looking for expressions of interest from qualified candidates interested in positions in the following focus areas:
Local Governance and Decentralization • Local/Municipal Governance Reform -- Administration and Management • Democratic Decentralization Policy Implementation • Service Delivery on agriculture extension, community health, education, natural resource management • Local/Municipal Government Financial Management/Budget Process • Fiscal Decentralization • Local Taxation/User Fees • Land Use Planning/Management • Public Expenditure Tracking Systems Civil Society, Community Development, and Media • Advocacy • Organizational Development • Civic Education • CSO Board Development • Civil Society Law • Community Media • New Media • Community-Driven Development (CDD) • Local Government Budget Monitoring Conflict Management • Conflict Management and Peace-building • Water Resources, Veterinary and Livelihood Strategies for Pastoral Communities • Land Rights and Alternative Dispute Resolution • Climate Change and Conflict Mitigation Qualifications: • Experience working on local government, civil society strengthening, and conflict management programs • Experience working on donor-funded development programs (USAID experience preferred) • Relevant and recent experience in Uganda and/or region (Horn and East Africa) • Experience in conflict/post-conflict environments • Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred (in relevant field) • Team player, willing to work closely with and under the direction of USAID • Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills • Fluency in English required; knowledge of local languages highly desirable
How to apply: Please send a current resume and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and indicating availability to IRGAfricaExperts@irgltd.com. Place “Uganda-Various Positions” in the subject line. IRG is an international professional services firm that helps governments, the private sector, communities, and households manage critical resources to build a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous world. Since its inception in 1978, IRG has completed over 850 contracts in 140 countries, delivering high-quality, cost-effective services that promote positive economic growth, institutional and social change, and intelligent use of resources-human, physical, environmental, and financial. Please visit our website, http://www.irgltd.com/, to learn more.
IRG is an EOE- M/F/D/V

Project Director Career Opportunity at International Rescue Committee - Kampala , Uganda

Job Title : Project Director
Sector: Civil Society    
Location: Uganda    
Employee Type: Regular    
Employee Category: Full Time    


Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster and provides innovative, relevant programming in post conflict environments. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
The IRC in Uganda:
The IRC has worked in northern Uganda since 1998, implementing relief, recovery and post-conflict development programs in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord’s Resistance Army. Today, the IRC is helping tens of thousands of people displaced by violence to return home and rebuild their communities, following a cease-fire agreement in 2006. At the same time, in Karamoja—one of the poorest and least developed areas in Uganda—the IRC works with communities affected by violence to promote peace and improve access to services since 2002. The IRC in Uganda is implementing a five year strategic plan (2011 – 2015) focusing on meeting the unique needs of adolescent girls, strengthening partnerships with the government, civil society and the private sector, promoting accountability and incorporating evidence-based approaches.
Specific notes on the HSAP Project Management:
The IRC is currently preparing a proposal in response to a DFID-funded request for applications to improve community-driven accountability and monitoring of health services. This Health Sector Accountability Project (HSAP) is part of DFIDs complex, multi-year Uganda Accountability Program. The Program Director will work with a team of staff to manage the project’s portfolio of sub-grants and oversee support to civil society partners throughout the sub-granting cycle (organizational development; technical trainings on gender, reproductive health, accountability seeking behaviors and advocacy; project cycle management; compliance and reporting).
•This position will be an employment agreement with the IRC and is contingent on the IRC being awarded funding.
•The anticipated project duration is October 2011 through December 2015, and is characterized by a six-month inception/ planning period followed by implementation.
•The IRC is leading on this proposal, but working with GOAL, Uganda in the submission and subsequent project implementation.
•If the IRC/GOAL is successful in getting this contract from DfID, the position would directly supervise project staff embedded in the IRC and GOAL Uganda staff.
Responsibilities:
Provide Strong Leadership to the HSAP
•Ensure that the project is implemented in accordance with the terms of the DfID contract, the IRC regulations and at the highest professional standards.
•Ensure that the project is carried out without cost overruns.
•Provide direct technical and managerial supervision to all project staff to ensure high quality program implementation to achieve maximum coverage and impact.
•Act as the primary representational link with DFID Uganda, government offices and other donors, multinationals and technical agencies as applicable.
•Work closely with DFID Uganda and agencies implementing other related projects or other DFID projects under the Uganda Accountability Program.
•Represent the project to all key stakeholders, government officials and donors at workshops, conferences and coordination meetings.
•Lead inception stage activities (6 months) including:
◦Organize and draft guidance for a sub-grant process that adheres to DFID and IRC policies and procedures.
◦Develop manuals and procedures for grant applications.
◦Prepare a draft call for grant applications and issue a call for concept notes.
◦Based on emerging trends in the concept notes, revise manuals and procedures for full grant application process.
◦Organize (and outsource) assessments in areas of reproductive health and social exclusion analysis.
◦Organize (and outsource) baseline survey.
◦Establish and M&E plan, detailed year 1 workplan, detailed year one budget.
◦Submit inception report to DFID.
•Manage sub-grant process including:
◦With IRC/GOAL and HSAP team, review and provide feedback on all concept notes and sub-grant proposals.
◦Ensure award of sub-grants to Ugandan NGOs, CBOs and district level advocacy networks.
◦Conduct, in collaboration with program staff, pre-award assessments of all new sub-grantees prior to sub-grant award.
◦Ensure submission and approval of Anti-Terrorism Compliance documents for all new sub-grantees prior to sub-grant award.
◦Prepare sub-grantee agreements and modifications.
Civil Society Capacity Building
•Ensure potential sub-grantees are familiar with DFID and IRC sub-grant policies and procedures.
•Working with fellow IRC/GOAL staff, disseminate guidelines about, and train potential sub-grantees in, the process of submitting sub-grant proposals responsive to this project’s needs and in line with USAID and IRC regulations.
•Prepare, in collaboration with HSAP program staff and sub-grantees, individual capacity building plans for all sub-grantees.
•Oversee provision of quality technical (health sector) support to CSO partners as required.
•Identify, possibly through expressions of interest, organizations/firms that are capable of providing organizational development and other trainings as identified by the CSO partners.
•Prepare monitoring plan for all outsourced organizational development trainings for sub-grantees.
•Support the HSAP staff to conduct and document regular mentoring and follow-up of sub-grantees.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
•Conduct regular meetings with sub-grantee partners and program staff;
•Inform program staff about key compliance issues and support program staff to work with partners to address problems;
•Ensure that M&E Coordinator:
◦Maintains filing system (both hard and soft copy) for all sub-grantees’ agreements, amendments, proposals, reports, payments and important correspondence; and
◦Develops sub-grantee tracking sheets and data bases that capture key information;
•Ensure timely submission of sub-grantee technical and financial reports, and ensure the review of reports adheres to IRC requirements.
•Coordinate with IRC’s Finance Department to facilitate timely processing of all sub-grantee payments.
•Ensure completion of required reports to the donor.
Requirements:
•Master’s Degree or higher in Social Sciences, such as international development, social work, or public policy.
•At least 10 years experience in designing, implementing and managing related civil society development programs, preferably in relation to community-accountability mechanisms.
•Minimum of five years experience in advocacy-related work.
•Experience (implementation or oversight) of programs in the health sector, focusing on demand side strategies for improving health service delivery.
•Strong knowledge of DFID rules and regulations.
•Demonstrated skills and experience working and collaborating with international and local non-profit organizations.
•Strong negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong relations with local counterparts, donors, and other stakeholders.
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•Ability and interest to work with a diverse and multicultural team in a collaborative, respectful and culturally appropriate manner.
•Ability to multi-task and manage a number of different initiatives at one time, with flexibility and creativity in a complex environment.


IRC leading the way from harm to home.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

To Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7241

Chief of Party Job Vacancy at Carana Corporation - Uganda

Job Title : Chief of Party
Location: Uganda Duration: Long-Term
CARANA Corporation (http://www.carana.com/), a leading international economic development consulting firm for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in private sector and market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results.
CARANA is seeking a dynamic and innovative Chief of Party for an upcoming multi-million dollar USAID-funded food security and nutrition project in Uganda. This program will target Ugandan communities with the highest levels of malnutrition and poverty by increasing incomes, improving nutrition and empowering women and vulnerable populations through community-based interventions including expanding access to appropriate agricultural inputs and supporting increased agricultural production and marketing.
Candidates for this position should be senior level professionals with a proven track record of successfully implementing and managing agricultural, food security, or nutrition programs in countries with a socio–cultural and economic situation similar to Uganda. The COP will be responsible for oversight of the entire project, and will be required to work with various stakeholders, including high level government and USAID officials.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in agriculture, business, trade or other relevant graduate degree; • At least 10 years of technical or managerial experience in value chain development, food security or livelihoods development programs in African countries; • Demonstrated excellent communications and writing abilities and superior interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills; • Extensive knowledge of USAID administrative and procurement practices; • Demonstrated experience in developing and managing alliances with the private sector and counterparts at the highest levels of government; • Familiarity with the social-economic landscape of East Africa is preferred; and
• Previous COP experience in Africa is preferred.
Position pending funding.
To apply: click on the following link to our consultant registry http://carana.resume-management.com/apply and select “COP - Uganda” from the drop down menu of current, open positions.
No phone calls please. CARANA is an EOE.

Regional HR Officer Job Opportunity at ICCO - Uganda

Job Title : Regional HR Officer
The job objective is to support the regional management in establishing and maintaining well-functioning teams.
 
Tasks
•·          Ensure proper implementation of ICCO policy and practice as laid out in the Terms of Employment.
•·          Finalise HR manuals and develop the current Terms of Employment and adjust these to Eastern DRC and South-Sudan.
•·          Identify recruitment agencies and supervise their recruitment processes.
•·          Facilitate self-executed recruitment processes: set-up vacancy advertisements, liaise with HR Networks, newspapers/ recruitment websites, receive applications, assist in short-listing, organize interview rounds, liaise with authorities when needed.
•·          Organize induction for new staff.
•·          Provide support for non-national staff + families including housing, schooling for children, etc.
•·          Maintain individual files per staff member
•·          Organize bi-yearly salary surveys in the 3 countries.
•·          Make sure performance reviews are followed up throughout the line management. If training is agreed, follow up training/ assist staff member finding appropriate training opportunities.
•·          Support the three offices' office management/ administration to remain updated on labor law in the 3 countries, HR issues and to have professional relations with respective labor offices.
 
Qualifications and experience
•·          Over 5 years HR experience in a NGO setting
•·          Substantial regional experience
•·          Relevant education for the job
•·          Excellent language skills in English, and good command of French, or ability to learn the language fast
 
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
  
Contact:                                               
To apply, please send CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees including copies of certificates to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked: "ICCO - Position name". E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.
 
Closing date is 5 PM on 10th August 2011.
 
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 
  
Attn.: The Director
E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug
Web: http://www.ppg.co.ug/

Pharmacist Career Opportunity at MUJHU Care Ltd - Uganda

Job Title :  Pharmacist
Posted On: Monday, 20 June 2011
Closing On:  Friday, 01 July 2011
Category: < None >

Duration:
Job Description:
Preferred Skills:

MUJHU Research Collaboration-
MUJHU Care Ltd is looking for a competent person to fill the position of a pharmacist

Tittle: Pharmacist
Reports to the Lead pharmacist


Responsible for monitoring, packaging and dispensing of study drugs, anti-retroviral drugs and drugs for treatment of opportunistic infections.


Key result areas:
• Pharmaceutical management of medication including ARV’s, study products and medicines for opportunistic infections;
• Procure medicines, forecast needs, and maintain proper records and accountability of the program drugs,
• Prepare program drugs, study products, packaging and labeling them.
• Participate in clinical management of patients including evaluation and management of response to ARV’s reactions to drugs, patient education and medication adherence counseling,
• Dispense and supervise dispensing of medication
• Ensure proper storage and disposal of drugs
• Timely completion of pharmacy reports.


Job Requirement:
• A degree in Pharmacy from a recognized University or proven equivalent qualifications.


Experience:
Must be a registered Pharmacist with at least 2years experience in a busy Pharmaceutical set up.
The pharmacist must have a good organizational skills, be able to work under minimum supervision and with excellent communication skills.
The pharmacist should be independent, self-motivated and willing to work evening hours and weekends some of the time.
Experience with anti-retroviral drugs, training in GCP and HSP will be an added advantage.
Application with complete CV, including 3 referees and their full addresses and contact telephone numbers, copies of academic credentials and full address should be sent to:


Human Resource Manager
MUJHU Care Ltd,
Upper Mulago Hill road
P.O.Box 23491,Kampala Uganda


Note: Closing date for receiving applications is 1st July 2011. Only short listed applications will be contacted and any form of canvassing shall lead to disqualification

Finance & Administration Officer Job Vacancy at WWF Uganda Country Office

Position title: Finance & Administration Officer Job at WWF Uganda Country Office
 Posted On: Thursday, 23 June 2011
 Closing On:   Friday, 01 July 2011
Category: < None >

Duration:
Job Description:
 Preferred Skills:
Reports to: Finance & Administration Manager
Supervises: Finance/Administrative Assistant, Drivers and Office Assistants
Location: Kampala with frequent travel to WWF field offices and partners.

I. Major Duties and responsibilities:
A. Administrative roles
• Prepares consultancy agreements and contracts with the guidance of the Finance and Administration Manager, and in accordance with WWF and Donor regulations;
• In consultation with the Finance and Administration Manager, manages the vehicle fleet and ensure effective utilization by staff;
• Manages staff welfare, insurance covers and claims;
• In close collaboration with the Executive Assistant, oversees the arrangements of staff and visitors’ travel within and outside the Country;
• Ensures that all WWF assets and equipment are engraved and well maintained with proper records and an updated asset register;
• In consultation with Finance and Administration Manager, solicits for quotations within the prescribed limits;
 Takes minutes for the procurement committee meetings, summarizes the quotations and forwards them for approval and thereafter raises LPOs;
Receives and reviews the periodical reports from the field stations and sub grantees and incorporating them into the relevant data. Ensures appropriate procurement controls, processes, procedures and systems are adhered to in all WWF Uganda projects;
• Follows up on procurement related audit actions in WWF Uganda;
• Ensures general office cleanliness and security;
• Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

B. Budget preparation and monitoring role

• Verifies and confirm eligibility and budget availability before a request is approved;
• Provides the necessary support documents before payments are made;
• Provides support as may be required during the WWF UCO annual budget preparation and consolidation process;
• Drafts correspondences and internal procedural directives relating to budgetary and financial matters.

C. Internal review role:

• Participates in carrying out regular field visits to the UCO offices and sub grantees to test the compliance with the rules, practices, policies and procedures as required by WWF and donors.

IV. Profile

Required Qualifications:
• A Bachelors degree in Commerce or Business Administration from a recognised university.
• An advanced degree in administration or management will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years experience in office management and administration at supervisory level;
• Experience working with International NGOs or development agencies

Required Skills and Competencies:
• The ability to work under pressure;
• Excellent inter-personal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels, within WWF Uganda and, as required, with external stakeholders;
• Adaptability and flexibility; able to take initiatives and prioritise among competing demands;
• Proven skills in administration and management of human resource;
• Excellent inter-personal skills, and a good understanding of human relationships;
• Good team work skills;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English; and

Position title: Finance/Administrative Assistant
Location: Kampala with frequent travel to WWF field offices and partners.

Major duties and responsibilities
1. Maintains financial records and prepares monthly financial reports in accordance with procedures established by WWF-ESARPO and the projects. In puts financial transactions into prescribed software.
2. Under the guidance of Administration Officer, manages inventory of assets.
3. In consultation with the Climate and Energy Project Manager, prepares annual and quarterly project spending projections and monthly reports for the projects.
4. Handles petty cash ensuring that all expenditures are correctly recorded and that the register entries are correctly documented.
5. Participates in project staff meetings and provide information pertaining to projects finance.
6. Assists the Country Office in the procurement of process as assigned by Administration Officer in accordance with the guiding rules and procedures.
7. Maintains good stock levels of office consumables and properly updated stores records.

Key Requirements:
1. A good Bachelors degree in Accounting and finance for a recognised university.
2. A minimum of 1 year work experience in office management, accounting and financial reporting. Work experience in a donor funded environment conservation projects will be an added advantage
3. Skills and abilities: Must be computer literate with knowledge of computerised accounting programs. Must have ability to work independently and in a multi-cultural team.

Job Title: Driver
Location: Kampala with frequent travel to WWF field offices and partners.

Major duties and responsibilities:
1. Drives office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel, delivery and collection of mail documents and other items;
2. Collects and delivers mail and other communications from and Government agencies and other institutions;
3. Responsible for the day-to- day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, renewal of road licence and vehicle insurances, checks oil, water, battery brakes, tyres, etc., performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean;
4. Checks the logging official trips, daily mileages, gas consumption, oil changes greasing etc in the log books;
5. Ensures that in the event of accident by WWF, rules and regulations are followed;
6. Assists the administration department by obtaining information required from government agencies and suppliers.
7. Carries out specific banking/ financial assignments and out door messenger duties;
8. Packs material received for dispatch, affixes labels, inserts material in envelopes and franks outgoing mail;
9. Other office duties such as photocopying, handling of in-coming/out-going phones, screening of visitors, etc;
10. Any other duties as deemed necessary.

General Requirements:
1. Should have a minimum of Ordinary level Education;
2. A Certificate in Defensive driving is a requirement;
3. At least 5 years of driving experience in reputable institution(s);
4. Age limit: 30 – 40 years;
5. Knowledge of automobile mechanics and applications is a MUST;
6. Possession of a clean driving license with Classes A, C and C under the old system Or B & C and DL under new classification system;
7. Good communication skills in English and Kiswahili languages. Knowledge of one of the widely spoken local languages will be an added advantage.

If you are interested in the above positions address your applications to;
Country Director, WWF Uganda Country Office,
Plot 2 Sturrock Road,
P.O. Box 8758, KAMPALA by Friday 1st July 2011.
Or through the following email address: kampala@wwfuganda.org