Invisible Children Job Vacancies: Recruitment for Program Manager, Program Officer and Public Relations Officer.

Invisible Children is a US based non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for war-affected children in northern Uganda through the advancement of education and provision of economic opportunities; Invisible Children seeks to fill the following positions.
1. Program Manager
Department: Schools for Schools Program
Position: Program Manager
Number of Positions: One (1)
Reports directly to: Programs Director -Education
Responsible for: Program Officer/Head Engineer/Education Officer
Timeline: Immediate
Commitment: 1 year renewable
Duty station: Gulu.
Status: Full time/Paid
JOB PURPOSE: Oversee the design and implementation of Invisible Children's s4s program activities alongside the Education Director and other key ICU personnel towards the attainment of desired program goals and overall ICU strategy using the existing policies and program guidelines.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinates Invisible Children's s4s team to ensure free flow of information, activity implementation and program efficacy thorough regular staff meetings, reviews and motivation.
- Develops new approaches, ideas and proposals in line with existing needs as expressed on the ground, and forwards them to the Education Director for further discussions and agreement.
- Support in the development and review of Invisible Children Uganda's Country strategy alongside the Country program team in line with existing opportunities in the areas of operation as will be dictated by ICUs vision and mission.
- Monitors closely the s4s program expenditures against the available budget, including the application of adequate control procedures and methods including review of bills of quantities, drawings, bid documents, contract agreements and purchase request authorization in line with ICU guidelines.
- Carries out regular field supervision and assessment of all project sites where project funds, materials, and equipment are being utilized, and checks on progress and quality of work done as well as taking necessary actions.
- Builds effective communication networks and relationship with partner schools as well as partnering relationships between the various stakeholder groups/organizations within the area of ICU operation.
- Work with the Education Director and M&E officer towards the integration of M & E best practices into the s4s program using the existing tools.
- Establishes appropriate procedures for internal monitoring, smooth implementation, and reporting of project activities including to ensure replication of best practices and lessons learned in accordance with the program guidelines.
- In consultation with Human Resources department and the Education Director supports the recruitment of s4s departmental staff using established ICU recruitment guidelines and Uganda Labour Laws.
- Ensures annual staff appraisals are conducted, identifies staff training needs and follows up for appropriate action with the Education Director and the human Resources department recommendations for training and other capacity building measures;
- Coordinate with Finance, Logistics, Communications and other relevant offices to ensure timely delivery and reporting of program achievements as per the set timelines.
- Prepare and submit timely program reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:
- A Bachelors Degree in, Education, Social sciences, Development Studies or a related field. Post graduate qualifications will be preferred.
- 4-5 years work experience in Program Management/development work preferably with a renowned International Non-governmental Organization working in the sector of Education.
- Fluency in English Language and strong writing skills.
- Computer proficiency in Ms Office packages, strong Leadership, interpersonal and team work skills, report writing skills.
2. Program Officer.
Department: Legacy Scholarship Program (LSP)
Position: Program Officer
Number of Positions: One (1)
Reports directly to: Program Manager (LSP)
Timeline: Immediate
Commitment: One (1) Year
Duty station: Gulu
Status: Full time/Paid
JOB PURPOSE: Support the implementation of Invisible Children's LSP activities in a holistic and coherent way to contribute to the achievement of Invisible Children's objectives using the existing policies and program guidelines.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Liaise with school authorities, local leaders and beneficiary families in ensuring smooth flow of activity implementation among the affected communities.
- Lead the LSP mentors in the student's selection process including but not limited to initial assessments and home visits, to ensure that set selection criteria is adhered to and submit shortlist of beneficiaries to the Program Manager for approval and award of scholarships.
- Support the Program Manager in capacity gap assessment and development of need based training proposals for LSP staff.
- Compile and submit detailed weekly, monthly and quarterly program reports to the Program Manager.
- Receive all referrals/requests for support from IC leadership and partners and put them to the Program Managers attention.
- Support the Program Manager in the project cycle management.
- Responsible for planning and deployment of mentors for field activities
- Liaise with relevant departments; Human Resources, Logistics and Finance on matters of LSP Administration.
- Supervise the process of all students' applications and screening to ensure that Administrative assistants create and manage all students' files using best practices.
- Help in the maintenance of the mentors-student's ratio; ensuring that the students are assigned to their mentors correctly, and/or redistributed equally in the absence of a mentor.
- Review all students/beneficiary situational reports for submission to the Program Manager.
- Oversee the process of compilation of student's fees structures with relevant data from respective schools and institutions and feed the data to the database before requests are sent out for approval.
- Support the Program Manager in the development of program monitoring tools and undertake day-to-day activity monitoring and support.
- The incumbent will also support in tracking program changes and ensuring that best practices are documented to ensure replication.
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:
- Holders of a Bachelors Degree in social sciences, psychology, education or a related field may apply. A Post Graduate qualification in a management related field is an added advantage.
- At least Four (4) years progressive work experience in a similar role for an NGO focusing on community/development work, psychosocial support, Child care, guidance and counseling will be an added advantage.
- Fluent in English and working knowledge of Luo.
- Proven, team building skills, managerial and planning abilities.
- Ability to exercise high levels of integrity and exemplary leadership.
- Computer proficiency especially in Ms Office packages.
- Highly organized, self driven and able to balance competing tasks.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and report writing skills.
- Ability to ride a motorbike and possession of a valid riding permit is an added advantage.
3. Public Relations Officer
Department: Communications
Duty station: Gulu (with scheduled travels to operation areas)
Position: Public Relations Officer
Reports to: Director of Business and Communications
Timeline: Immediate
Commitment: One (1) Year
Duty station: Gulu
Status: Full time/Paid
JOB PURPOSE: Support IC Uganda's program activities and operations through liaison, processing and dissemination of accurate information on Invisible Children's activities within Uganda to ensure efficacy and outreach with the aim of fostering positive relations with local communities, government, organizations and media outlets in line with ICU objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with the Director of Business and Communications and Programs Director Education to plan, develop, and implement ICU's PR strategies.
- Liaising with media houses, individuals, and other organizations often through IC Uganda's approved channels of communication and answering inquiries from them.
- Research, write, and distribute press releases to targeted media.
- Collect and analyze all media information that is relevant to IC Uganda's activities and where applicable, advise the communications department on them.
- Write and edit in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles, and reports for submission to targeted consumers. This includes IC Uganda's inter-office monthly newsletter, inter-office monthly reports, and the organization's quarterly report.
- Help produce publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films, and multimedia programs for IC Uganda.
- Help devise and coordinate media/photo opportunities.
- Organize events including: press commencements, conferences, exhibitions, open days, and press tours.
- Foster community relations through events such as open days and through involvement in community initiatives/events.
- Liaise with local community, partner organizations and government officials in the program area on all aspects of ICU activities including participation in the cluster and coordination meetings at the district.
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:
- Holders of a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Arts with major in literature and Communications and or a related field may apply.
- At least Two (2) years progressive work experience in a similar role for an Ngo focusing on community/development work.
- Fluent in English.
- Proven, team working skills.
- Ability to exercise high levels of integrity.
- Computer proficiency especially in Ms Office packages.
- Highly organized, self driven and able to balance competing tasks.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills.

How to apply:
Interested candidates should send applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae indicating addresses and telephone contacts of three professional referees to:

The Administrator,
Invisible Children Uganda, P.O.Box 1123 Gulu
Gulu Office: Plot 101 Acholi Road, Pece Gulu.
Kampala Office: Plot 24 Bazarabusa Rise, Bugolobi Kampala.
Or

Email: ugjobs@invisiblechildren.com
Deadline: Friday, September 17th, 2010
Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Kinyara Sugar Limited Job Vacancy: Apprentice Training Opportunities – 2010

Kinyara Sugar Limited invites applications from both female and male candidates for
Apprenticeship training, leading to City & Guilds Diploma qualifications in any one of the four different Engineering Trades, namely:


-Factory electricians/Instrumentation
-Fabrication and Welding
-Machining, Fitting and Plant maintenance
-Automotive mechanics


Apprenticeship program
The Apprenticeship program lasts four year. Candidates who successfully pass the interviews will initially be offered a one year contract. This contract will be renewed annually if the Apprentice successfully completes the year.

Qualification and Requirements
Each applicant should fulfill the following minimum requirements:
-Must have sat O - LEVEL NOT MORE THAN THREE YEARS AGO at the time of applying
and must have obtained a minimum of CREDIT PASSES in ENGLISH LANGUAGE, MATHEMATICS
and PHYSICS or PHYSICAL SCIENCE.


-Must NOT be MORE THAN 22 YEARS at the time of applying
-Candidates who have good passes in TECHNICAL DRAWING at O or A Level or in
MATHEMATICS/PHYSICS at A- Level will have an added advantage.
-Candidates who have certificate or Diploma qualifications in any Engineering trade
should not apply.
Selection

How to Apply:
Hand written applications, stating which trade you would like to study, in your own hand writing, should be addressed to:
The Human Resource Manager
Kinyara Sugar Ltd
P. O. Box 179 Masindi or P. O. Box 7474 Kampala
Deadline: 10th September, 2010

Lutheran World Relief Job Vacancy: Recruitment for Programme Manager in Uganda

Lutheran World Relief (LWR) is US non-governmental organization headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, that works with partners worldwide to help people grow food, improve health, strengthen communities, end conflict, build livelihoods and recover from disasters.

VACANCY FOR PROGRAMME MANAGER
Lutheran World Relief has its presence in East African region with the regional office situated in Nairobi, Kenya and Country Offices in Uganda and Tanzania.

Lutheran World Relief currently seeks to recruit for the position of a Programme Manager for its Uganda Country Office.

The Programme Manager will be based in Kampala with frequent travel to the Uganda Programme Priority Action Zones in Eastern and Western Uganda, he will support the Country Director in managing an exciting portfolio of programmes and partners.

Duties:
The Programme Manager is the principal assistant to the Country Director and his/her core functions are
-to support the design and development of concept notes and proposals,
-undertake the monitoring and evaluation of partners programmes,
-review and support partners in progress and financial reporting and
-provide technical support to partners in project implementation.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience
-The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to LWR’s core values and ability to model those values in relationship with partners and colleagues.

-Skills and Experience in value chain development for agricultural products , project cycle management, proposal development, project report writing and budgeting and financial management.

-Analytical and problem solving skills and proficiency in the use of excel, word and internet.

-A first degree in agricultural economics, agribusiness or agriculture with a minimum of five years post qualification experience.
-Post graduate qualification in Project Planning and Management is an added
advantage.

How to Apply
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae to the Country Director, Lutheran World Relief Uganda. Interested candidates are requested to send their applications to info@lwrearo.org
Deadline: 10th September, 2010.

Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation Job Vacancies: Recruitment for Director of Finance, Pharmacist and Receptionist.

The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation– Uganda (Baylor -Uganda) headquartered at Mulago hospital, is a comprehensive HIV care and treatment organization that supports the care and treatment of HIV-infected children and their families in Uganda.

Baylor-Uganda is in receipt of PEPFAR grant through CDC, and is looking for knowledgeable, enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to become part of its comprehensive care and treatment team. In response to the increasing workload, these positions are available.

A. Role Title: Director of Finance (1 position)
Reports to: Executive Director
Duty station: COE, Mulago hospital.

Role definition: To develop, implement and monitor systems, policies and working procedures for managing Finance and Accounting activities in line with the Organization’s mission and objectives.

Duties:
1. Develop, review and monitor the implementation of Financial control systems, policies and procedures to maintain financial policies and regulations of the Organization.

2. Initiate, monitor and review timely preparation and submission of management Accounts and financial statements and forecasts in line with International Financial standards and donor requirements.

3. Prepare organization’s annual budgets and monitor the implementation of approved Departmental budgets by Management and Board of Directors in line with the Strategic plan and Annual work plans.

4. Facilitate and implement quarterly and annual internal, external and donor audit findings related to the financial management of the organization and in line with the audit rules and guidelines.

5. Appraise and evaluate staff’s performance in the Finance and Accounting departments, continuously assess their knowledge and skill levels and provide relevant guidance, coaching and training in line with the Human Resources guidelines

6. Periodically monitor the financial performance of the Organization against approved revenue and expenditure estimates and prepare regular reports to advise Management and the Board on budgetary control measures within agreed reporting deadlines.

7. Review and approve documents/reports regarding procurement, distribution, allocation and appropriate use of assets, facilities, materials, staff salaries and all other expenditures in line with the organization’s financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experiences:
1. A Bachelor’s (honors) degree in Commerce, Accounting or Finance
2. Masters degree in Finance, Accounting or an MBA with accounting option from a reputable university.
3. Membership of ACCA, CPA.
4. Strong understanding of Finance and accounting software, knowledge of Navision.
5. Prior experience of auditing with a reputable Auditing firm is a must.
6. The successful candidate needs to be a team player with excellent communication skills (both oral and written) and with strong management and analytical skills.
7. The candidate must have at least seven (7) years working experience, with four (4) years In Finance at senior management level in a reputable organization.
8. The candidate must be 34-45 years of age.


B. Role Title: Pharmacist COE (1 position)
Reports to: Coordinator Pharmacy
Duty Station: COE – Mulago hospital
Role definition: Review and monitor the implementation of systems and guidelines for providing Pharmaceutical services at COE, and manage the performance of COE staff in line with the pharmacy mission and Baylor-Uganda medical & psychosocial guidelines.

Duties:
1. Develop and monitor the implementation of annual COE plan for the pharmaceutical services and manage the budget in line with pharmacy mission and financial guidelines

2. Review and implement the capacity building plan (in terms of training, mentorship and coaching) at COE in line with the pharmacy mission and Baylor Uganda capacity building guidelines

3. Develop procurement plans for COE and provide technical support in procurement evaluation of bids and importation of drugs and medical equipment then monitor the supplies system for the pharmaceutical products in line with the procurement guidelines.

4. Develop pharmacy staff rotation schedule and appraise, support and maintain a competent & motivated pharmacy team at the COE through giving constructive feedback, coaching and mentoring in line with the Human resources manual.


4. Review and analyze the prescriptions data reports from COE to detect, verify root causes of errors and make Pharmaceutical recommendations to medical and professional staff on drug treatment in line with pharmacy guidelines.

Review and monitor the implementation of pharmacy targets for COE and write and submit quarterly reports to the coordinator pharmacy services in regard to the performance of the pharmacy at COE in line with Baylor Uganda-pharmacy’s mission

5. Organize the quarterly and monthly audits of pharmacy drug stocks at COE and monitor implementation of the recommendations from the auditors in line with financial and audit guidelines

6. Carry out operational research on pharmacovigilance surveillance issues at COE and prepare reports to National Drug Authority in line with the medical guidelines

7. Together with the coordinator of Pharmacy, build the capacity of Pharmacy staff in all supported Health Units basing on both the supported Health Unit needs in line with the Pharmacy mission and Baylor Uganda capacity building guidelines.

Qualification and Experiences:
The job holder should have the following:
• A Degree in pharmacy
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience of working as a pharmacist
• Managerial experience
• Experience of drug monitoring
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of patient counseling
• Excellent communication skills
• Training skills

C. Role Title: Receptionist (1 position)
Reports to: Manager Human Resources
Duty Station: COE – Mulago hospital
Role Definition: To provide reception, Secretarial and office support services to Baylor Uganda in accordance with the Baylor Uganda’s mission

Duties:
1. Receive incoming calls in time, visitors/clients/suppliers and provide them with information on inquiries and existing Baylor Uganda’s services, and organize and confirm their appointments in line with Baylor Uganda’s office management guidelines.

2. Receive all incoming calls, mail (postal and faxes) and direct them to the relevant officers in accordance with Baylor Uganda’s office management guidelines.

3. Type and file correspondences, transfer letters for patients and reports from written manuscripts for different officers in line with Baylor Uganda’s mission.

4. Register participants at internal meetings, workshops and conferences organized by Baylor Uganda and re-confirm their air tickets, and document & circulate minutes in line with the Baylor Uganda’s office guidelines.

5. Photocopy or scan where necessary the identified relevant articles to Baylor Uganda from the new papers/ internet and file the articles while monitor the maintenance of the photocopier in accordance with the Baylor Uganda policies

6. Monitor the cleanliness of the reception area and operate the switchboard in line with Baylor Uganda office procedure

Qualification and Experiences:
• A University degree in Secretarial Studies or Office and Information Management, from a reputable Institution
• Training in public relations and customer care
• Five years experience in an administrative assistant position in a high profile institute
• The job holder must be able to demonstrate IT skills, Planning and organizing skills,Data capture skills, Good Customer care/public relations skills, Good oral and written communication skills

HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand deliver, or post an application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees to: Human Resources Manager,
Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation – Uganda / COE,
Block 5 Mulago Hospital, P.O. Box 72052, Kampala.
Closing date for receipt of these applications is 11/September/2010.
N.B. Those who applied previously need not apply.

P. O. Box 72052, Clock Tower Kampala – UGANDA Tel: +256-0417-119200/100 Fax: +256-0417 119166 Email: admin@baylor-uganda.org

MU-CWRU research collaboration Job Vacancy: Recruitment for Financial Assistant

MU-CWRU research collaboration invites applications from suitably qualified people to fill the position of financial assistant

POSITION OBJECTIVE:
-The position is responsible for efficient and careful handling of financial issues as well as provision of regular financial reports.
-The position is fully responsible and accountable for overall financial operations, ensuring that funds are used in the best possible way and that there is proper reconciliation of book records.

Qualifications, Experience and Requirement:
-A minimum of a B.Com Accounting, BBA Accounting or equivalent qualification.
-Possession of professional courses like ACCA, CPA etc will be an added advantage.
-Adheres to basic accounting principles, and Collaboration policies and procedures, strict confidentiality and no conflict of interest.
-Provides general accounting support for reporting requirements, records retention/filing, and preparation of documents, expenses, and reports for final submission as indicated.
-Responsible for daily management of petty cash, cash transaction reporting/tracking, and final accountability that includes balancing of petty cash accounts per procedure.
-Responsible for financial report transaction entries, review of reports for accuracy, currency conversions on reports, and final receipt documentation, matching financial report data.
-Prepares cheques and make payments to vendors.
-Reviews receipts to ensure proper assignment of expense classifications.
-Provides support for compilation of payroll reports and monthly documentation.
-Produces additional reports and summaries as required, e.g., vehicle report, telecommunications tracking, etc.
-Works as an integrated team member within the core unit, promoting a professional atmosphere and optimal working environment together with other unit members and contribute to the overall success of the unit.
-Represents the Collaboration in a professional, helpful, and effective manner.
-Excellent computer literacy skills–MS Office application, Word, Excel, Spread sheets.

How to Apply:
Applications with CV, letters from 2 relevant referees and telephone contact should be sent to:

Administrator,
MU-CWRU Research Collaboration,
P. O. Box 663 KAMPALA

Closing Date: 10th September 2010

Uganda National Bureau of Standards Job Vacancy: Recruitment for Drivers

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Tourism, Trade and Industry mandated to coordinate the elaboration of standards and quality of products and services so as to facilitate fair trade, promote local industries and protect consumers. UNBS is currently looking for suitable and qualified candidates to fill the following available post.

Driver (8 Positions)

Duties and responsibilities:
Reports to the Administrative Officer and performs the following duties:-
UNBS Job Vacancy, Drivers Job Vacancy
•Drives the UNBS vehicles as directed and ensure their safety.
•Check vehicles to ensure that they are in proper and good running condition.
•Maintain the vehicle by ensuring its cleanliness, regular service and repair.
•Maintain the vehicle records including service cards.
•Maintain accurate log sheets and give accountability of fuel used.
•Inform your supervisor immediately about mechanical problems which result from normal use and accident or theft immediately to both the Police and your supervisor.
•Any other official duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualification and Experience:
•Should possess at least 3 Classes, (B, CH, DL and or DM) for the driving permit
•’A’ Level certificate of education
• Minimum of 5 years experience in driving with a clean record
• A person of high integrity and honesty
• A certificate on motor vehicle maintenance will be an added advantage

Age: Not more than 45 years

How to Apply:
Interested persons with the above requirements may submit their applications together with attached copies of all academic qualifications, copies of valid identity cards and detailed CVs with mobile telephone numbers indicated, to the address given below in person or by courier:
The Executive Director,
Uganda National Bureau of
Standards
Plot M217, Nakawa Industrial Area
P.O. Box 63
Deadline: 5:00pm, 10th September 2010.

Visit our website: www.unbs.go.ug for more information

UNICEF Uganda Job Vacancy: Recruitment for Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Specialist

Post Title: Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Specialist
Grade: NO-3 Duty Station: Moroto
Type of Contract: Fixed Term Duration: One year with possible extension
Purpose of the post: Under the direct supervision of the Water and Sanitation Specialist Moroto, and the general guidance of the Chief Field Office Moroto and Chief WASH Kampala Office, the WASH Specialist is responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of water supply, sanitation and hygiene interventions in the eastern focus districts, as an integral part of the country Programme and Child Survival and Development goals.

Qualification and Experience:
1. Advanced University Degree preferably in areas of sanitation and hygiene, public health, civil engineering, sciences related to water and sanitation or other related technical field;
2. Five (5) years professional work experience both at national and international level in water supply, sanitation and hygiene with experience in household sanitation and hygiene improvement, water quality testing, community based WASH facility management system, provision of water & sanitation to pastoral community, data collection and analysis, emergency preparedness and response.
3. Versatility, judgment, maturity, and the ability to work both on a team and independently. High ability to cope with stressful and difficult conditions, and political/cultural sensitivity;
4. Current knowledge of development issues, policies, as well as social programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation; familiarity with WASH tools and strategies like: PHAST, Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) and School Led Total Sanitation (SLTS)
5. Ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills.

6. Emergency programme management and operations experience;
7. Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills; Fluency in English language is required. Knowledge of another UN working language and local working language of the duty station is an asset;
8. Good knowledge of computer management and application;
9. Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;

10. Core values: Commitment, Integrity, Diversity and Inclusion;

11. Core Competencies: Drive for Results, Working with People, Communication;
12. Functional competencies: Relating and Networking, Persuading and Influencing, Applying Technical Expertise, Analyzing, Learning and researching, Planning and Organizing.
Eligibility Criteria
1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered.
2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality and qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
3. Applications will only be considered if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
4. If applications are sent by email, please use this order to name your file attachments: First name-Last name followed by document e.g. Gold-MukasaP11 or Gold-MukasaCV or Gold-MukasaApplication.
5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply:
Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:
Human Resource Specialist,
UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,
Plot 9, George Street,
P.O Box 7047,
Kampala Uganda
Or via email to:
ugderecruit@unicef.org
Closing date: 13 September 2010

Pathfinder International Uganda Job Vacancy: Recruitment for Country Representative

Pathfinder International (PI) seeks a Country Representative to manage and increase visibility
and funding for PI programs in Uganda.

DUTIES:
1. The Country Representative prominently positions PI as a leader in the field of reproductive health and as a successful partner in the development and cost effective implementation of programs.
2. He/she works closely with PI’s in-country and Headquarters staff to conceptualize and plan program development activities, diversify funding resources, and build on country and international best practices.
3. The Country Representative also provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, financial and operational aspects of Pathfinder International’s Uganda Program.

4. He/she ensures that program objectives are met, all activities are responsive to the needs of the
host country, and the program continues to advance and play a key role in contributing to
Pathfinder International development within Uganda.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
1. Master’s degree in public health, social sciences or related field;
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing mid-large scale reproductive health programs in developing and transitioning countries;
3. Proven record of successful fund raising from diverse public and private sources,
4. Strong business development expertise, including proposal writing and negotiation skills;
5. Demonstrated experience in successfully fulfilling performance objectives, including the timely implementation and reporting of donor-funded program activities;
6. Willingness and ability to travel in-country up to 25% time and occasionally to the US
Headquarters depending upon project needs.

Country Representative, Kampala - Uganda
HOW TO APPLY:
Please visit the Employment section of our website at
www.pathfind.org or you can mail your resume and cover letter to
Pathfinder International,
Attn: Hiring Manager,
Plot 15 Kitante Close Block 4,
P. O. Box 29611, Kampala,
CLOSING DATE: 10th September 2010

Uganda Housing Finance Bank Ltd Job Vacancies: Recruitment for Delivery Channel Analyst and Information Systems Analyst

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following positions in the department indicated below.


INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
1. JOB REF: HFB/06/10
JOB TITLE: Delivery Channel Analyst
RANK : Officer (Systems)
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1
DUTIES:
- Provide efficient custom service.
- Effectively perform service level management for delivery channel systems.
- Perform effective close of business processes.
- Develop delivery channel system specification.
- Update delivery channel procedure and system manuals.
- Perform delivery channel system upgrades and functionality optimization.
- Implement new delivery channel systems.
- Ensure high availability of delivery channel systems.
- Document business cases for emerging delivery channels.
- Performance monitoring of delivery channel systems in use.
- Provide delivery channel uptime statistics.
- Provide technical support and end user training for delivery channel systems.
-
QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics or Electrical Engineering.

EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of two (2) years working experience in IT, call logging and help desk management software.

SPECIAL SKILLS
The following Skills are very important for applicant;
- Ability to provide end user support in an environment supporting multiple computer systems applications running on different hardware configurations is an essential requirement of this role.
- Good knowledge of financial systems application i.e. Oracle database system.
- Good knowledge of PC Server operating systems i.e. HP UNIX, Microsoft Windows 2000, 2003 and 2008 servers, corporate protection systems, knowledge of Web design.
- Result focused and able to respond positively to feedback.
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexity.

AGE Not above 30 years.

2. JOB REF: HFB/07/10
JOB TITLE: Information Systems Analyst
RANK: Officer (Systems)
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1
JOB DUTIES
- Provide efficient custom service.
- Implement and Manage decentralized systems access authorization.
- Implement effective MIS-CRM for the Bank.
- Perform effective close of business processes.
- Work towards automation of commissions.
- Perform updates on the systems in preparation of branch rollouts.
- Perform system upgrade and functionality optimization
- Implement new systems as the need arises.
- Ensure high availability of the systems.
- Assist in product research and development when required.
- Performance and monitoring of IT systems applications in use.
- Identifying and resolving application software problems.
- Perform systems user requirements analysis as required.
- Provide technical support and end user training of internal IT users.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SPECIAL SKILLS AND AGE
As in 1 above

REMUNERATION
SALARY AND BENEFITS FOR ALL POSITIONS ARE VERY ATTRACTIVE
HOW TO APPLY:
Send your hand written applications accompanied with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic qualifications, testimonials and professional training documents/certificates, names and addresses of three (3) referees to

The General Manager Human Resource & Administration
Housing Finance Bank
4 Wampewo Avenue, Kololo.
P. O. Box 1539 KAMPALA.
CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 7th September 2010

HFB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Madhvani Group Uganda Job Vacancies: Recruitment for HR Officer, Accounts Officer and Stores Officer.

Madhvani Group, a leading international, professionally managed industrial/service group, is looking for the following Professionals for its group company Industrial Security Service Limited. Madhvani is a leading security agency in Uganda with above 1,000 guards workforce with its head office in Jinja:
Preferred Skills:

1) HR Officer

Qualification and Experience:
a) Candidate should be graduate or have diploma in HR management or social work b) Must have at least four years of experience in similar capacity with reputed security agency or commercial establishments.

2) Accounts officer

Qualification and Experience:
a) Candidate should be graduate or have diploma in Accounts
b) Must have four years of experience in similar capacity with reputed security agency or manufacturing /commercial establishments.
c) Knowledge of computerize accounting like Tally is essential.

3) Stores Officer/Quartermaster

Qualification and Experience:
a) Candidate should be graduate or have diploma in stores/logistic management
b) Must have four years of experience in similar capacity with reputed security agency /Army/military/police department.
c) Knowledge of weapons, communication systems, vehicle management will be an added advantage.
d) Experience in computerized purchases/stores systems is essential.

Remuneration:
The above position carries attractive salary, perquisites and benefits commensurate with market norms.

How to Apply
Candidates with relevant qualifications and experience from security/ Army/ military should send his/her application along with detailed resume, photocopies of certificates, two referees, one recent passport size photograph and contact telephone number to:
The HR Officer,
P.O. Box No 1482,
Jinja,
Uganda.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 07 September 2010.

Uganda Virus Research Institute Job Vacancy: Recruitment for Program Director

The UVRI-IAVI HIV Vaccine Program is a partnership between the Government of Uganda and the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI) with the mission to conduct HIV vaccine clinical trials and to support research, education, capacity building and advocacy that will further Uganda’s contribution to the global search for an AIDS Vaccine and will support Uganda’s efforts to accelerate HIV prevention, especially in vulnerable and high risk groups.

The UVRI-IAVI HIV Vaccine Program invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill a new position of the Director.

Job Description: PROGRAM DIRECTOR,

Main functions of the position
• Provides leadership, assumes a major strategic and policy role and will be responsible for the planning, management and evaluation of the Program.
• Set strategic vision and define the program’s goals, building new collaborations, fostering a creative and productive environment.
• Lead development of the annual program work plan and oversee the operational components to ensure they support the technical objectives and overall technical excellence of the program.
• Ensure the Program attracts sufficient funding to ensure its future viability.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Candidates will have the highest research credibility, a track record in acquiring competitive peer reviewed research funding and a track record of publication.
• Medical degree with relevant postgraduate training or PhD in health related field.
• Experience in managing biomedical research programs according to the highest standards of GCP.

Further details on the above position,responsibilities and candidate requirements are available on
www.futureoptionsug.com
(HOT JOBS section).

How to apply: Please register, upload your CVs and apply online through www.futureoptionsug.com.
OR
forward written applications along with academic certificates, Curriculum Vitae including telephone contact numbers and names of three referees to:

The Director,
Uganda Virus Research Institute,
P. O. Box 49,
Entebbe.

Deadline: 10th September 2010

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.