Job Title:       

Organisation: Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Accountant

About US:

Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE) is a voluntary membership organization established and fully owned by the Employers. It was founded in 1958 as the representative body of all Employers in Uganda. It was registered as an Association in 1960 under the Trustee Incorporation Act. It’s a voice of all Employers on Social and Economic issues. It is an organization that advocates for Employers’ rights.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• The Accounts Assistant will be preparing invoices to different customers
• Preparing requisitions, vouchers and cheques as assigned
• In charge of filling all payment vouchers and other source documents in proper order
• Receiving, keeping, issuing, controlling of and posting approved petty paid cash
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly reports
• Following up on accountabilities for funds paid out.
• Assisting on debt collection and picking of cheques
• Ensuring that proper authorization of transactions is done
• Assist in the preparation of reconciliations/ financial reports

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold a Diploma in Accounting, or Commerce or Finance, or Business Administration
• Completed at least 1 level of CPA or ACCA
• A minimum of two years of direct and professional experience in a busy Finance function.
• Strong Knowledge of Quick Books or Tally
• Skills and experience in managing Project Accounting
• Computer literacy skills

NB: This is a re-advertisement so those who applied earlier are encouraged to re-forward their applications to the same E-mail address.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested applicants should submit an applicationletter and an up to date CV ONLY that provides details of the applicant’s specific qualifications for the desired position, current and expected salary and contacts of three professional referees by Email to: applications@fuemployers.org addressing them to The Human Resource Specialist, Federation of Uganda Employers, Plot 1207, Kiwanga Road, Namanve P.O. Box 3820, Kampala. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

Deadline: 22nd February, 2017 by 5:00 pm

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Job Title:      

Organisation: Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Executive Director

About US:

Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE) is a voluntary membership organization established and fully owned by the Employers. It was founded in 1958 as the representative body of all Employers in Uganda. It was registered as an Association in 1960 under the Trustee Incorporation Act. It’s a voice of all Employers on Social and Economic issues. It is an organization that advocates for Employers’ rights.

Job Summary: The Marketing Manager will work closely with (other department heads), providing marketing services for all FUE services, and head the department in ensuring it works efficiently and effectively by providing real time Marketing solutions to all FUE Services.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Increase membership and 99% retention of already existing members annually.
• Develop and communicate strategies to establish partnerships and business relationships to market FUE services.
• Plan Marketing and Branding objectives.
• Visiting regions around the country, to market FUE services, and capacity building for Regional Coordinators.
• Carry out and review market analysis to determine customer needs, pricing and trends.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Business Development Services, Finance, Policy and Research and Legal departments in the development and implementation of strategies, plans and business models.
• Design and implement business solutions, marketing and Branding objectives.
• Estimate demands for proposed projects based on market research and customer trends.
• Support management in dealing with negotiations, bids, contract development acquisitions and budgeting
• Analyze the financial impact of services to new and existing customers.
• Developing and supporting marketing campaigns and promotions.
• Follow market activity to anticipate new trends and capture business opportunities.
• Prepares Weekly and Monthly Reports for the Management.
• Liaising and networking with a range of stakeholders including customers, colleagues, suppliers and partner organizations;
• Sourcing advertising opportunities and placing adverts in the printand electronic media press – local, regional, national and specialist publications.
• Arranging the effective distribution of marketing materials;
• Maintaining and updating customer and member databases;
• Organizing and attending events such as conferences, seminars, receptions and exhibitions to showcase FUE services;
• Sourcing and securing sponsorships;
• Contributing to, and developing, marketing plans and strategies;
• Supporting, Monitoring, and Training Marketing Officers and Regional Coordinators in attaining set
• The Marketing Manager will be tasked with planning, developing and implementing effective marketing communication campaigns for conferences and exhibitions.
• Understanding the service and customer profile and write thorough specs for each conference/exhibition
• In charge of monitoring ongoing campaign spend against the budget, keeping accurate records and highlighting where variances occur.
• Undertaking detailed ongoing analysis of marketing campaigns to ensure targets are met
• Understanding of customer and Market segmentation.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicant must hold a university degree preferably in Marketing
• A CIM qualification would be an added advantage
• At least three years of professional experience in Marketing of Services.
• Strong project management/organizational skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent inter-personal and team building skills
• Honesty and Integrity
• Results-oriented.
• Computer literacy skills and familiarity with MS Office programs.
• High level of creativity

NB: This is a re-advertisement so those who applied earlier are encouraged to re-forward their applications to the same E-mail address.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested applicants should submit an applicationletter and an up to date CV ONLY that provides details of the applicant’s specific qualifications for the desired position, current and expected salary and contacts of three professional referees by Email to: applications@fuemployers.org addressing them to The Human Resource Specialist, Federation of Uganda Employers, Plot 1207, Kiwanga Road, Namanve P.O. Box 3820, Kampala. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

Deadline: 22nd February, 2017 by 5:00 pm

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Job Title:     

Organisation: Healthy Entrepreneurs (HE)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Healthy Entrepreneurs (HE) is a social business based in The Netherlands, with activities in the Great Lake Area of Sub Saharan Africa and in the DRC, Uganda Tanzania and Ghana. HE is specialised in the implementation of distribution models of reliable products and information that enhance health and the quality of life for people in low and middle-income countries. HE aims to contribute to solve social issues by developing and implementing sound commercial business models. HE is at the start of the implementation phase of its franchise operations in Uganda. To do so, it needs external expertise to prepare and implement a wide range of developing, managerial and administrative activities and tasks. This implementation process needs to be aligned with the partners of HE and the local stakeholders, national guidelines, and local requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

Company set-up and development

• Being part of and creating a social starting enterprise;
• Need to be willing and built on a close, collaborative working relationship with the Procurement and Supply Chain Manager, Finance Manager and Country Manager;
• Setting the prerequisites to ensure implementation of the full HE social franchise;
• Ensuring the implementation of the HE franchise model following directives of HE HQ;

Capacity and Relationship building and market development:

• Set-up and maintain external relations and partnerships, with the aim to make implementation and potential growth of the network of entrepreneurs possible;
• Organizing and chairing meetings and training with (aspirant) entrepreneurs, (local) government and (inter-)national partners;
• Set-up, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of franchise model;
• Ensure that the objective of at least 900 micro entrepreneurs operating in Uganda is reached;
• Build and maintain positive business relationships with the entrepreneurs in relation to training and monthly follow up;

Planning and Reporting:

• Identifying directions, objectives and the means to set up analysis and evaluation of various components of the market, supported by HQ;
• Keep track and control all daily activities following the technical project management tools such as plans, schedules, and responsibility and compliance matrixes.
• Review operational performance with customers against targets, benchmarks and service agreements, and generate improvement plans for the entrepreneur to increase their outcomes;
• Coordinating and controlling with the team, activities and implementation needed to make sure that the operations of HE are implemented;
• Writing monthly reports on the progress of field’s activities and making appropriate recommendations;
• Design and write SOPs, Work Packages and field reports;

HR and Financial Management:

• Support the development of training materials and technical manuals;
• Provide assistance and support to the capacity building team;
• Manage and register cash flow in relation to operations and capacity building under supervision of the Country Manager and Coordinator;
• Manage and keep all office expenses in the ERP. Keep a transparent way of administration, that is constant up to date. Until the scale forces to hire a financial officer.
• Management and deployment of management tools that are used by Healthy Entrepreneurs

Other:

• Participate and report in operational meetings on international level with other HE staff member from multiple countries.
• Conduct ad hoc activities that are related to the implementation when needed.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The Operations Manager must hold a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or social sciences or extensive experience in the field in a similar position (min 3 years);
• Very good English language skills, ability to communicate in one or more local languages a plus;
• Excellent report writing skills and able to analyse and report market data;
• Extensive experience with different methodologies of capacity building and human resource management.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands;
• Have team spirit; able to work with a wide range of people at different levels
• Have the ability to communicate in a constructive and honest matter;
• Be precise;
• Be available, honest, serious, and enjoys the confidence of others;
• Must demonstrate considerable autonomy;
• Highly flexible and adaptable;
• Must be creative and cunning;
• Must be an experienced manager;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and evening or weekend shifts, when needed.
• Must be able to identify knowledge and skills gaps and give guidance towards the team according to need.

NB: The job is a consultancy position for the first period of the contract, after the consultancy period the contract will – depending on the performance – to a fixed contract.

How to Apply:

All candidates are encouraged to send an application, updated CV and short motivation letter to timo@healthyentrepreneurs.nl and / or marieke@healthyentrepreneurs.nl

Deadline: 20^th February 2017

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Job Title:       

Organisation: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF)

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

Reports to: Commissioner Agricultural Investment and Enterprise Development

About Us:

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries established an Agricultural Investment Unit under the Department of Agricultural Investment and Enterprise Development. The major objective of the Unit is to assist in coordinating and promoting agribusiness, with emphasis on value addition and act as an initiative to link and create synergies between MAAIF (Public Policy / Regulation), the Private Sector and Development Partners on issues of promoting agribusiness and value addition.

Job Summary: The Accounts Assistant will support the Commissioner Agricultural Investment and Enterprise Development and the Principal Accountant-MAAIF in overseeing the unit’s day to day finances.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Maintain the Vote Book through entering requisitions under respective items.
• The incumbent will make a follow up of requisitions for the Agricultural Investment Unit.
• Prepare the payroll for all staff under the Agricultural Investment Unit.
• Follow-up on advances for the Unit and ascertain that they are accounted for.
• Keep regular basic accounting records.
• In charge of the submission of accountability and co-ordination of any public audit exercises.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicant for the Accounts Assistant job opportunity should hold a diploma in Accounts or Finance Management.
• Possession of professional accounting qualifications are an added advantage.
• A minimum of three years’ working experience as an Accounts Assistant from a recognized institution
• Knowledge of the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS)
• Knowledge in financial / accounting procedures of Government of Uganda programmes / projects;
• Computer literacy and be proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Good financial management and budgeting skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Good planning skills;
• Team work;
• Proactive with the ability to work with minimum supervision;
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements and books of accounts;

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested Ugandans are encouraged to send a filled Application Form/ Public Service Form 3 (2008), download here, in triplicate and attach certified copies of academic documents and submit to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, P.O. Box 102, Entebbe, Open Registry, Uganda

NB: Applicants subsequently shortlisted for oral interviews and their names displayed on the Ministry website or on the MAAIF Notice Board, shall be required to present certified copies and originals of their academic transcripts and certificates at the time of sitting the oral interviews. Applicants who shall not hear from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, on completion of the selection exercise should consider themselves as unsuccessful.

Deadline: 3^rd March 2017

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Job Title:       

Organisation: Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF)

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

Reports to: Senior Programme Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation

About Us:

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries established an Agricultural Investment Unit under the Department of Agricultural Investment and Enterprise Development. The major objective of the Unit is to assist in coordinating and promoting agribusiness, with emphasis on value addition and act as an initiative to link and create synergies between MAAIF (Public Policy / Regulation), the Private Sector and Development Partners on issues of promoting agribusiness and value addition.

Job Summary: The Programme Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation will be tasked with designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation activities of the project, in order to promote sustainable agribusiness value addition strategies

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Carrying out periodic reviews (at least quarterly) and assessment of identified agribusiness (value addition) enterprises of MAAIF, the Private Sector and Development Partners; and reporting to MAAIF management accordingly.
• Actively participate in joint agriculture sector Monitoring & Evaluation (M & E) exercises.
• Conduct strategic studies on value addition of key commodities.
• Preparing and assessing periodic work plans, objectives, outputs and indicators for the Agricultural Investment Unit.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Senior Programme Officer – M & E.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicant for the Programme Officer – Monitoring & Evaluation job opportunity should hold an Honors Bachelors’ Degree in Economics, Statistics, Business Administration, or related field from a recognized University/Institution;
• Possession of a Post Graduate Qualification in Monitoring and Evaluation, from a recognized University/ Institution is an added advantage;
• One year of experience at the level of Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant in Government or at equivalent level in a reputable Institution.
• Adequate knowledge in monitoring and evaluation;
• Strategic Thinking;
• Knowledge generation and management skills;
• Possess good presentation and report writing skills
• Good interpersonal and team work;
• Policy formulation, planning, organizing and coordinating skills;
• Excellent research and analytical skills;
• Highly proactive with the ability to work with minimum supervision;
• Good communication skills (both oral and written);
• Computer literacy and be proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Good project proposal writing skills;
• Good data collection and analysis skills

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested Ugandans are encouraged to send a filled Application Form/ Public Service Form 3 (2008), download here, in triplicate and attach certified copies of academic documents and submit to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, P.O. Box 102, Entebbe, Open Registry, Uganda

NB: Applicants subsequently shortlisted for oral interviews and their names displayed on the Ministry website or on the MAAIF Notice Board, shall be required to present certified copies and originals of their academic transcripts and certificates at the time of sitting the oral interviews. Applicants who shall not hear from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, on completion of the selection exercise should consider themselves as unsuccessful.

Deadline: 3^rd March 2017

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Job Title:    

Organisation: Carlcare Service Limited

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Us:

Carlcare Service Limited was established in Hong Kong in 2009 with an aim to provide professional service support to mobile phones and other electronic consumer products, and over the years has become a leading service brand for consumer electronics in South East Asia, Middle East and Africa. Currently, Carlcare is providing full service support for TECNO and Itel, two worldwide famous mobile phone brands.

Job Summary: The Sales Representative will provide sales support to Carlcare’s Itel and Techno brands.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• The incumbent will sell and promote the company’s products to potential and existing clients.
• Seek leads and develop clientele through networking so as to find new and potential customers.
• Contact potential clients and making presentations to prospective clients.
• Follow-up on quotations to close business and obtain feedback from clients.
• Forward customer queries and complaints to the Company and ensure the same are addressed.
• The jobholder will identify customer needs and present them to the Company.
• Conduct market intelligence to determine competitor position in the market.
• Maintain a record of all business acquired and prospective clients

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicants for the Sales Representative jobs should preferably hold Bachelor’s Degrees in any business- related course
• A minimum of three years’ experience in Sales & marketing department of an IT/ Telecom company
• Customer service orientation
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet set goals and targets.
• Good computer skills.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should deliver their applicationsincluding an updated CV, cover letter, and copies of academic qualifications to the address below:

Carlcare Service Limited,

Prism Building (Next to E-Tower), Kampala Road

6th Floor, Plot 71/73, Kampala

Or: send an email to hr.ug@transsion.com (please clearly indicate job applied for in subject of Email)

Deadline: 3rd March 2017 by 5:00 PM

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Job Title:       

Organization: Busara Center for Behavioral Economics

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Director of Operations

About Us:

The Busara Center for Behavioral Economics is an advisory and research organization focused on evaluation and implementation of behavioral interventions in understudied countries and populations. Busara’s mission is to work with researchers and organizations to advance and apply behavioral science in pursuit of poverty alleviation. This involves the application of research and rigorous methods to enable partners to improve program design, evaluate existing programs, and optimize internal processes. To this end, Busara has worked with a variety of organizations in an advisory capacity to apply behavioral insights, build analytical models, and develop new products. In addition, in its research center capacity, Busara operates a Nairobi-based lab capable of implementing advanced experiments in psychology, behavioral economics and other academic disciplines.

Job Summary: The Operations Officer is the primary representative of Busara’s Operations department for our projects in Uganda and is responsible for establishing and running a new office. The Operations Officer will be responsible for setting up and managing operations and administration of our Uganda office and day to day operational support to project teams in country. This includes planning, directing and controlling all activities related to the management of the office, financial management, logistics support and asset/inventory management. The Operations Officer should be a multi-skilled administrator, able to respond to day to day requests as well as plan for longer term operational needs. The Operations Officer must be skilled at managing multiple channels of communication in order to best support project teams. A proactive nature, high attention to detail, commitment to efficiency, familiarity with operations management, and strong communication skills are key success factors for this position.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:   

Admin:

• Ensure proper administration of the start-up phase of Busara’s projects in Uganda and all subsequent stages, including setup and management of the Uganda Office
• Ensure that an effective filing system is in place in the office, and coordinate with project staff to ensure that the project’s resources are effectively and efficiently utilized
• Maintenance of project documentation, plans and reports
• Ensure legal compliance and maintain appropriate legal paperwork (e.g. research permits and IRB requirements)
• Assist in hiring and managing casual staff as project needs arise, performance management, capacity building, leave management and welfare
• Manage the general upkeep of the office including weekly cleaning and dealing with repairs etc.

Finance:

• Undertake and support in budgeting and planning, financial management and reporting of overall projects in constant coordination with Senior Project Manager
• Monitor proper management of cash flow, ensuring project liquidity at all times
• Process and approve expenditure (imprest, returns and purchase requisitions) for approved work plans and budgets
• Support in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports for the Uganda office

 Procurement & Logistics:

• Work in close coordination with the Nairobi office, manage procurement and logistics for the Uganda office, including all in –country project needs
• Manage and procure office stock including for office furniture, IT equipment, stationery, cleaning materials, airtime, internet, etc.
• In partnership with the Senior Project Manager, coordinate movement plans in both the field and main offices including booking of hotels, conference facilities, transport of staff etc.
• Maintain key relationships and contracts with suppliers, and ensure timely processing and payment of bills.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The ideal candidate for the Operations Officer job placement should preferably hold a Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in social sciences, economics, development studies and/or business administration
• A minimum of three years of related work experience in reputable organization. Previous experience with a nonprofit organization would be ideal
• A good working knowledge of project management with experience in office management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Keen attention to detail and familiarity with good practice in operations management
• A proactive approach to improvement, including a willingness to suggest and implement solutions to operational challenges
• Flexibility and an ability to quickly respond to needs
• Demonstrated budgeting, budget monitoring and financial reporting skills
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint). Working knowledge of QuickBooks accounting will be an added advantage

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send an updated CV and cover letter to jobs@busaracenter.org and ensure that the subject line reads: “Operations Officer: REF NO: BU-2017-02-01.” Only online applications shall be considered.

Deadline: 17^th February 2017

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Job Title:       

Organisation: Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Board of Directors

About Us:

The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) is a statutory body established in accordance with the Electricity Act, 1999 (Chapter 145, Laws of Uganda). The Act empowers ERA to regulate the Generation, Transmission, Sale, Export, Import-and Distribution of electrical energy in Uganda.

Job Summary: The Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic leadership through working with the Authority and staff to ensure fulfillment of ERA’s mandate.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

Stewardship:

• Work with Authority and Staff to define and execute ERA’s mission, communicate it effectively, and ensure it serves continuously as an inspiration and guide.
• Develop and recommend short and long term goals, strategies and objectives to the Authority to ensure maximization of stakeholder values and the long term success of the Authority.
• Work closely with and provide accountability to the Authority , and ensure that the Authority is fully informed about the ongoing business at the Secretariat.
• Keenly review and report regularly to the Authority matters concerning the Authority’s progress towards achieving its goals and any material deviations from the said goals.
• Work with the Authority to ensure that it is properly constituted and trained to conduct effective governance.

Staff Management, Motivation and Development:

• Provide leadership and motivate staff towards fulfilling the mission of ERA.
• Initiate changes and innovations at ERA.
• Create a work environment that is conducive to attracting, retaining and motivating a diverse group of top quality employees at all levels and ensure that effective delegation is observed.
• Develop and maintain a sound and effective organizational structureand ensure that personnel systems are in place to appropriately manage the affairs of the Authority.
• Ensure that there are clear roles and responsibilities and that there is an effective succession plan for all senior positions.

Ethical Standards and Accountability:

• Work in liaison with the Authority to ensure adherence to ERA’s ethical standards and encourage transparent culture in which ethical policies are understood, prevent and manage ethical breaches including conflict of interest.
• Identify the principle risks of the Authority and ensure the implementation of appropriate systems to mitigate/manage them.
• Work closely with the Authority and staff to ensure adherence to accountability standards.
• Facilitate the Board to effectively fulfill its functions as well as the various Board Committees and individual Board members.
• Facilitate the Board to undertake periodic Board evaluation.
• Work closely with the Board Chairman to ensure and enable the Board to fulfill its governance  and oversight function.

Partnership, Regional Cooperation and Corporate Leadership:

• Work closely with other agencies in the region for efficient and reliable supply of electricity and identify potential collaboration areas in the region.
• Ensure a smooth working relationship with Government Ministries and Agencies to properly coordinate, interpret and implement government policies and programs.
• Ensure that effective Communication and appropriate relationships are maintained between the Authority, stakeholders and the public.

Financial Leadership:

• Ensure that ERA’s budget is developed in a timely manner for consideration by the Authority. Ensure prudent financial management of ERA’s resources and adherence to prudent internal control systems.
• Authorize commitments of corporate resources including contracts, transactions and Authority’s strategies, corporate plans and objectives.
• Take reasonable steps to ensure that the Authority’s assets are adequately safeguarded and optimized in the best interest of all stakeholders.

Compliance Leadership:

• Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDA) Act in the procurement processes.
• Ensure that all operations and activities of the Authority are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, good corporate governance principles and practices and any other policies and practices approved by the Authority.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the Authority and compliance with the Authority’s environmental, health and safety policies, procedures and practices.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicant should preferably hold a Master’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Law, Business Administration, Finance, or Management.
• Membership of a recognized professional body will be an added advantage.
• Candidates with engineering degrees must be registered with the Engineers Registration Board.
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of working experience seven (7) of which must be at a Senior Management level in a credible organization.
• Extensive knowledge about the Electricity Supply Industry.
• Be result oriented with very good communication skills.
• Good research and analytical skills.
• Good leadership skills, mentoring and coaching skills.
• Age:  Between 40 – 55 years.

How to Apply:

All applicants should submit their written applications in a sealed envelope marked at the top right hand corner “Application for the position of Chief Executive Officer.”

The applications should be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and relevant certificates and testimonials, including a daytime telephone contact, e-mail and postal addresses of the Applicant (including daytime telephone and e-mail) of three Referees.

Address them to:

The Chairman,

Electricity Regulatory Authority,

Plot 15 Shimoni Road,

P.O. Box 10332, Kampala – Uganda

Hand Deliver them to:

Office of the Secretary to the Authority,

Electricity Regulatory Authority,

Plot 15 Shimoni Road P. O. Box 10332, Kampala – Uganda

Deadline: 27^th February, 2017 by 5:00 PM

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Job Title:     

Organisation: The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa (OSIEA)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Executive Director

About OSIEA:

The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa OSIEA’s particular focus will be on pastoralism, land tenure governance, food systems and market access, governance and anti-corruption climate change and a fair investment framework. The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa promotes vibrant, tolerant democracies in the region by awarding grants, developing programs, and bringing together diverse civil society leaders and groups. The Open Society Initiative for Eastern Africa (OSIEA) is implementing the health and rights program which advances health rights in the region and current areas of focus include maternal health, harm reduction, palliative care, access to medicines, and health rights of marginalized populations.

Job Summary: The Manager: Grants Management will play a focal role in ensuring effective management of grant making process, build capacity and strengthen systems to improve grant making process and enhance integrity and accountability in grant making.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Grants Management: Oversee and act as OSIEA’s expert of the grant making process which includes grants applications, documentation and timely submission of grant reports: manage all consultancy contracts: ensure compliance with government regulations and OSIEA requirements on all grant applications; review grants proposals and supporting documents for
• Training and capacity building: Prepare and deliver external trainings for OSIEA grantees on grants management and compliance; identify professional development and training opportunities for OSIEA staff in grants making; undertake internal trainings for OSIEA staff on grants management systems.
• Project management: Co-ordinate programs in reviewing eligibility assessment of prospective grantees; ensure that the grants review and award process is in line with OSIEA grants policies and procedures; support programs in the review of financial internal audit reports.
• General management: Provide leadership for the Grants Unit; manage and coach staff for improved performance;
• Grant policy making: Formulate and review grant policies and procedures; assist in managing fraud and implementing whistle blowing policy and protocol.
• Grant monitoring & evaluation: Design and execute grantee monitoring processes, including conducting assessments and site visits; collecting and analysing data, documenting results, identifying and discussing implications; proactively interprete and assess grantee gaps, provide technical assistance as necessary.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold an advanced degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, Project Management and Business Administration.
• At least ten years of related work experience
• Broad knowledge and understanding of current regional regulations related to grant making.
• Good understanding of accounting procedures and processes in the management of projects.
• Knowledge of grants management software and should possess information technology skills.
• Ability to design and implement effective workflow processes and procedures.
• Extraordinary initiative, creativity and capacity to think strategically.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse array of people.
• Team spirit and respectful working and decision-making style.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Integrity, diplomacy and professionalism will be essential.
• Willingness to travel as needed

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their updated resumes and cover letters to jobs@osiea.org

Deadline: 24^th February 2017

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Job Title:     

Organisation: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

Position No.: TMP013

Vacancy Notice: 007/2017

Reports to: Field Officer

Duty Station: Uganda

Post Grade: GL6

About UNHCR:

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees was established on December 14, 1950 by the United Nations General Assembly. UNHCR’s mandate under the Statute of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is to lead and co-ordinate action for international protection to refugees; seek permanent solutions for the problems of refugees and safeguard refugee rights and well-being. UNHCR has an additional mandate concerning issues of statelessness, as it is given a designated role under Article 11 of the 1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness.

Job Summary: The Field Associate will keep frequent internal contacts with staff members in the same duty station to exchange information, to establish understanding of respective needs; to ensure provision of services and resolution of problems and with the external contacts generally with officials of national and international institutions, leaders of the refugee community, local population and/or Implementing Partners (IPs) on subject matters which may be of importance to the Organization.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Regularly monitor the situation in the AoR, collect data and other information relevant to UNHCR and report to the supervisor accordingly.
• Routinely monitor the implementation of UNHCR programme including the delivery of all assistance items and monitoring of infrastructure.
• Carry out regular visits to various sites in order to assess needs of persons of concern, with particular attention to vulnerable groups.
• Keep regular contacts with local authorities and implementing partners as requested by supervisor.
• Serve as an interpreter when required.
• Significantly contribute to the preparation of status and progress reports by providing info, preparing tables, etc.
• Provide support in administrative tasks as required such as preparation of reports and meeting authorized personnel and assisting them during field missions.
• Inform and act on the reports received on persons of concern within the refugee community or from the local authorities.
• Work in liaison with implementing partners, assist in the reception, registration and provision of assistance to persons of concern to UNHCR.
• Undertake other relevant duties as required.

Key Performance Indicators:

• UNHCR policies, standards and procedures are constantly and coherently applied in the area of responsibility (AoR).
• The needs of persons of concern in the AoR are assessed and analysed in a Participatory manner and using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective to form a firm basis for planning.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations UNHCR Field Associate job opportunity should have completed Secondary Education with post-secondary training/certificate in Business Administration, Law, Political Science or related field.
• At least six years of previous job experience relevant to the function.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position is desirable
• Prior UNHCR field experience is an advantage
• Ability to work as part of a team but also independently, in a multi-cultural environment.
• Knowledge of the UN system.
• Ability to work in remote areas.
• Fluency in English and knowledge of the local language (Acholi)

How to Apply:

All interested Ugandan nationals who wish to join the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to click on the link below and follow the application instructions after reviewing the job details.

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Deadline: 15th February 2017

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