Friday, 11 October 2013

Commissioner, Legal Services at Office of the President in Uganda

Job Title: Commissioner, Legal Services

Ref. HRM 234/272/01

Employer: Office of the President (Directorate of Ethics and Integrity)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Salary Scale: Uganda Government Scale -U1

Age: 35years and Above

Minimum Qualifications and Working Experience:

Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Honor’s Bachelor’s Degree in Laws plus a Masters Degree in a related field from a recognized University/Institution,
He/She should posses a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre.
Applicants should have a Minimum of ten (10) years relevant working experience three (3) of which should have been served at the level of Assistant Commissioner in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization.

Duties:

Deputizing the Director Legal
Providing legal services for the smooth operation of the Directorate
Acting as Legal Counsel to the Directorate on matters pertaining to the promotion for ethics and integrity and fight against corruption.
Following up on investigative reports on cases of corruption as may be deemed appropriate.
Handling all legal issues pertaining to Ethics and Integrity
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

How to Apply:

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts.

Applications should be submitted in triplicate on Public Service Form No.3(2008) to the
Secretary Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 7080, Kampala to be received not later than 6th November 2013

The application forms are obtainable from the Public Service Commission Office
on 2nd floor, Farmers House, Parliament Avenue, Kampala,
Ministry/Department Headquarters and District Service Commission Offices.

Hand written applications are also acceptable.

The advertisement can also be accessed from the Public Service Commission website on www.psc.go.ug. The application should bear the title of the post as well as the reference number specified against the vacancy.

Applicants should not apply for more than two posts.

Applicants should attach three sets of certified photocopies of their certificates and testimonials, plus three recent certified passport size photographs

Applicants who shall not hear from the Public Service Commission on completion of the
selection exercise should consider themselves unsuccessful.

Application Deadline: 6th Nov 2013



Careers at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) - Video Conferencing Technician

Job Title: Video Conferencing Technician

Employer: United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda


About UNOPS:
UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.

The United Nations Department of Field Support, Information and Communications Technology Division (UN DFS-ICTD) is responsible for the delivery of applications that satisfy the requirements of the Departments of Peacekeeping Operations and Field Support (DPKO/DFS) missions as well as Special Political Missions (SPMs). DFS has implemented a range of systems to address the principal requirements of peacekeeping operations and to support and enhance the processes DFS undertakes.  UNOPS has been requested to assist in the implementation of this activity.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Service and test equipment for Video Conferencing facilities and Multimedia Support Services.
Provide support for all video conferencing activities originating or transiting UNESB; which will include the set up of all conferences and the operation of the equipment during conferences.
Assist in the operation and maintenance of the conference facilities at UNESB.
Operate the relevant room equipment during the conferences. The incumbent must over-see the entire conference to ensure that all equipment is functioning properly.
Operate various Video Conference Network equipment, Gatekeepers, management servers, steaming servers, Video Conference endpoints and MCU’s.
Operate various short-haul and long-haul, high-speed data carrier equipment (eg. Satellite modems, Network switches and routers (copper/fiber) equipment).
Assist with the distribution and return of CIT equipment for DFS and with Inventory Management functions, such as receipt, inspection, issue, return-to-stock, write-off, shipments and stock checks.
Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

Secondary school education or equivalent technical school.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in operating a wide range of AV presentation equipment, together with the relevant technical qualification, good communication skills and computer literacy is essential.
Broad technical knowledge of Video Conferencing and associated equipment.
Basic knowledge of satellite communications and Wide Area Networking equipment
2-3 years experience with operating Video Conferencing equipment is preferable.
Previous experience in installation and operation of Cisco Video Conferencing equipment is a plus.
Language:  Must be proficient in English. Work requires reading, writing and speaking English.  

Personal Competencies:
Planning and Organizing: Ability to organize, plan and implement work assignments, manage competing demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; is willing to learn from others. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment.
Technological Awareness: Ability to keep abreast of available technologies and actively seek to apply technology to appropriate tasks
Communications: Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally. Ability to prepare reports, articulate options concisely conveying maximum necessary information, and make and defend recommendations.
   

For more details about United Nations staff contracts, please follow this link:
http://www.unops.org/english/whoweneed/contract-types/Pages/United-Nations-staff-contracts.aspx

How to Apply:

If interested in this job opportunity, please click on http link below to visit website and create profile or express interest if you already have a profile on the UN system

https://gprs.unops.org/pages/viewvacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=3985

Application Deadline: 15th Oct 2013





NGO Jobs at Pact - Capacity Development Advisor

Job Title: Capacity Development Advisor--Uganda

Employer: Pact

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

SUMMARY

Pact seeks a Capacity Development Advisor for a five year anticipated USAID-funded human rights and rule of law program in Uganda focused on preserving rule of law in order to improve democratic governance and accountability. Objectives include supporting an independent judiciary, fostering advocacy, and advancing the flow of information while focusing on organizational capacity development of local/regional partners. Capacity Development Advisor will be responsible for progressively building the capacity of local partners and CSOs through properly designed program approaches that can address appropriate opportunities. Successful applicants will be responsible for the quality of the design and delivery of the program’s capacity development activities and must ensure that such activities are implemented in compliance with all donor, Pact, and project-specific policies.


Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee project design, implementation, and delivery for all capacity building-related activities targeted at capacity development of civil society organizations (CSOs), and local partners in areas such as civic participation and advocacy, peace building and governance, including the design and roll out of all capacity building approaches and tools.
• Provide lead technical direction/technical assistance in activity planning for capacity development components.
• Supervise and conduct organizational network analysis (ONA), Organizational Performance Index (OPI) with local NGOs and CSOs
• Develop training materials for specific areas/topics identified as needed for capacity development of CSOs and LNGO partners
• Supervise field testing new and improved technical methodologies, tools, and other products and services related to CD
• Provide oversight for the quality of the trainings designed and implemented by the CD Officers
• Supervise and mentor Technical Quality Advisors
• Take lead in program monitoring, evaluating, and periodic reporting related to capacity building
• Coordinate with appropriate stakeholders in all aspects of project planning, monitoring, and implementation for all capacity building activities under the program
• Work closely with selected local partners to ensure adequate capacity is built in various areas of the program
• Support networking and information sharing between CSOs and government actors, including the state and regional authorities and local officials from line ministries.
• Contribute to the development of annual workplans, performance monitoring systems and tools, and writing of progress, quarterly and final program reports.
• Propose and oversee administrative and logistical aspects related to capacity development activities.
• Remain up-to-date with latest methodologies, best practices, and donor requirements and ensure that the project CD results are consistent with the best practices of the industry
• Identify additional internal and external resources for capacity development
• Actively participate in Pact’s OD community of practice, including contributing materials, and responding to requests for information.
• Represent and serve as a liaison of Pact in Uganda in its CD-related work at conferences, agencies including government and donors, meetings and other fora as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master degree in health or social sciences, or a related advanced degree relevant to community development.
• A minimum of 7 years related experience in implementing technical and organizational capacity building programs.
• Substantial demonstrated experience in building the capacity of CSOs and LNGOs.
• Proactive and diplomatic dealing skills, as well as representational skills for working with local government agencies required.
• Proficiency with activities, theories, methods and technology in capacity building field.
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and the ability to perform and collaborate under challenging conditions.
• Ability to train and develop capacity in regional and country-level staff.
• Strong planning, community mobilization and inter-cultural communication skills required.
• Proficiency in English is required; proficiency in local languages such as Kayan and Karen is a plus.
• Experience working on other US Government-funded projects pertaining to technical and organization capacity development is a plus.

Apply Now

Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013