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August 5, 2019JOBS SLOT: Jobs at KCCA, Lifewater International, Rakai DSC, Ministries of Education & Sports and Gender, Labor & Social Dev’t, Save the Children, NCDC, Finca, Makerere University Water Reed Project, DCA, UEGCL
JOBS SLOT: Jobs at KCCA, Lifewater International, Rakai DSC, Ministries of Education & Sports and Gender, Labor & Social Dev’t, Save the Children, NCDC, Finca, Makerere University Water Reed Project, DCA, UEGCL
Lifewater International
- Director of Programs Uganda
- Kaliro Community Officer
- Mayuge Community Officer
Qualified candidates are requested to apply by visiting the link, https://www.lifewater.org/careers/
Applicants are advised to indicate their contact telephone number (s) and/or email address for easy contact.
Deadline: August 16, 2019.
Rakai District Service Commission
Post: Clerk of Works
Qualifications: Ordinary diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with at least 5 years’ experience of which 3 years is in construction supervision of similar structure OR advanced certificate in construction with experience of over 10 years.
Computer skills in MS-word, MS-Excel and internet applications.
Apply in triplicate to the Office of the Secretary, District Service Commission – Rakai, P. O. Box 21, Kyotera. Applications should bear the post applied for, 3 most recent passport size photographs, 3 names of referees as well as today telephone contacts.
Only photostat copies of academic transcripts and testimonials and NOT original documents should be attached on the applications.
Deadline: August 26, 2019
MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
Post: Medical Officer
View full job details via http://www.mrcuganda.org/jobs
Applications should include academic documents, a cover letter, CV, daytime telephone contact and 3 traceable professional references. Combine all application documentation in one pdf document.
Applications should be addressed to The Human Resource and Administration Manager, MRC/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit, P. O. Box 49, Entebbe, Uganda.
Deadline: August 16, 2019.
Ministry of Education and Sports
- Regional Civil Engineer (04 slots)
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Building and Civil Engineering from a recognized institution with at least 5 years’ general experience as a Civil Engineer of which 3 must have been at a Construction supervision level of institutional structures, OR higher diploma in Civil and Building Construction with 8 years’ experience.
- Architectural Assistant
Qualifications: Ordinary diploma in Architectural Drawing and Draughtsman ship with at least 5 years’ relevant experience.
Computer literacy to a high level including proficiency in MS Office, MS project and Auto CAD.
How to apply: Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Sports, P. O. Box 7063 Kampala, or hand deliver it to Security Registry, Floor 4, Room 1 at the Ministry of Education and Sports – Embassy House.
Deadline: Not later than two weeks after this advert.
Save the Children
Post: Communications Coordinator
Duty station: Kampala
Apply in English saving your CV and cover letter as a single document. Apply online by following https://uganda.savethechildren.net/careers indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been your direct supervisors.
Deadline: August 18, 2019.
National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC)
Post: Drivers (04 slots)
Qualifications: UACE with a pass in English language
Valid driving permit of at least Class CM/B
A certificate in competence driving from the Ministry of Works and Transport.
Minimum of 4 years’ driving experience in a reputable organization.
Age limit: 30 – 45 years.
How to apply: Send application to, The Director/Secretary, NCDC Governing Council, P. O. Box 7002, Kampala. Applications should be in seven copies.
Deadline: August 16, 2019.
FINCA
- Banking Services Manager
Duty station: Head Office
Qualifications: a business related Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. 5 years’ work experience in a financial/banking sector with a minimum of two years as a team leader in various capacities including back office or finance related role.
- Product Innovation Manager
Duty station: Head office
Qualifications: a bachelor’s degree in any Business related discipline or in Marketing, Design, Engineering and Architecture. 5 years’ experience in a banking/financial sector, familiar with rural and agricultural finance with 3 years’ experience in new product development. 2 successful products having been introduced and scaled in the market. At least 1 year experience in project planning and management as added advantage.
How to apply: Send your applications and detailed CV including present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates to ug_jobs@fincaug.org
Deadline: August 16, 2019.
Makerere University Water Reed Project
- Pharmacy Technician
No. MUWRP/08/01
Duty station: Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital
- Laboratory Technologist
No. MUWRP/08/02
Duty station: Kawolo District Hospital
- Medical Records Officer (02 slots)
No. MUWRP/08/03
Duty station: Mukono, Kayunga, Buvuma and Buikwe
- Medical Social Worker
No. MUWRP/08/04
Duty station: Mukono
See job details via www.muwrp.org
Interested applicants should download application forms from the website, fill and submit them together with their application letter, photocopies of academic qualifications and CV with 3 referees.
Address is; The Senior Human Resource Officer, Makerere University Water Reed Project, Plot 42 Nakasero Road, P. O. Box 16524 Kampala or via email to : hr@muwrp.org
Deadline: August 12, 2019.
Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development
- Senior Programme Officer, Communication and Advocacy
Qualifications: a bachelor’s degree in journalism, mass communication, or public relations or any related degree in social sciences, humanities with post graduate diploma in journalism/mass communication or a Master’s degree in related field is an added advantage.
Experience: at least 5 years’ experience in managing communications for development programmes at national level in the public or private sector
- Operations/RTSU Coordinator (03 slots)
Duty stations: Mbale, Mbarara and Kampala
Qualifications: a minimum of bachelor’s degree in Social Works and Social Administration, Development Studies, Adult and Community Education, Public Administration or an equivalent profession. A postgraduate diploma in a relevant field will be preferred.
Experience: a minimum of 5 years’ experience in community programming or team management. Experience of working with governments, non-governmental organizations and/or research institutions, in Uganda. Knowledge in managing cash transfers is preferable.
- Administration Officer (03 slots)
Duty stations: Mbale, Mbarara and Kampala
Qualifications: a bachelor’s degree in either of the following disciplines, Social Sciences, Office and Information management, Human Resource management, Development Studies, Public Administration, or Procurement and Logistics/Supply Chain.
Experience: 3 years in provision of operations client services support in a busy and reputable organization.
- Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (03 slots)
Duty stations: Mbale, Mbarara and Kampala
Qualifications: University degree in Statistics, Economics, Social Science or a related field. Post graduate diploma in monitoring and evaluation will be an added advantage.
Experience: 3 years of experience in the design and implementation of M&E in development projects implemented by donors/government. Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis and production of reports.
- Information Systems and Technology Officer (03 slots)
Duty stations: Kampala, Mbarara and Mbale.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Computer Engineering.
- Operations Officer (04 slots)
Duty stations: Mbale, Mbarara, Kyenjojo and Kampala.
Qualifications: a bachelor’s degree in Social Works and Social Administration, development studies, Adult and Community Education, Social Science, Public Administration or an equivalent professional. Post graduate diploma in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Experience: a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in community programming or development. Experience of working with governments, non-governmental organizations and/or research institutions in Uganda.
- Driver (09 slots)
Duty stations: Mbale – 2, Mbarara – 2, Kampala – 4 and Kyenjojo – 1
Qualifications: O-level certificate
Experience: 5 years with clean driving license.
How to apply: Send application letters, CV, names and addresses of 3 professional referees with relevant certified copies of academic transcripts, certificates to: The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development Headquarters (Security Registry) on Second Floor Plot 2, Simbamanyo House, George Street P. O. Box 7136, Kampala, Uganda.
Deadline: August 23, 2019.
DCA
- Project Manager – Disaster Preparedness and Response
- Project Officer – Disaster Preparedness and Response (02 slots)
- Project Assistant – Disaster Preparedness and Response (02 slots)
https://www.danchruchaid.org/join-us/jobs/national-vacancies/project-assistant-disaster-preparedness-and-response
- Senior Cash and Markets Officer
https://www.danchruchaid.org/join-us/jobs/national-vacancies/senior-cash-and-markets-officer
- Cash and Markets Assistant
https://www.danchruchaid.org/join-us/jobs/national-vacancies/senior-cash-and-markets-assistant
- Protection Assistant
https://www.danchruchaid.org/join-us/jobs/national-vacancies/protection-assistant
- Finance Officer
https://www.danchruchaid.org/join-us/jobs/national-vacancies/finance-officer
- Procurement, Logistics and Administration Assistant
- Meal Assistant
How to apply: send cover letter and CV through the link provided.
Deadline: August 18, 2019
UEGCL
- Senior ICT Officer Security and Infrastructure
- Shift Assistants Located at Karuma/Isimba (04 slots)
- HR Officers (02 slots)
- Security Officer
- Mechanical Fitter located at Karuma and Isimba (04 slots)
- Stores Officer located at Karuma
- Shift Attendants located at Karuma (05 slots)
- Planner and Scheduler located at Karuma (02 slots)
- Electrical Fitters located at Karuma (02 slots)
- Mechanical Technician located at Karuma
View full job description via www.uegcl.com and at the UEGCL notice board, Block C, Plot 6-9, Victoria Office Park, Okot Close, Old Kira Road, Bukoto. Interested persons should address their applications with copies of certified academic documents, professional qualifications and detailed CV indicating two referees and full addresses to, The Chief Human Resource Officer, Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd, Block C, Plot 6-9, Victoria Office Park, Okot Close, Old Kira Road, Bukoto. P. O. Box 75831, Kampala
Applications should be submitted electronically as one attachment only in portable documents format (pdf) indicating the position applied for in the subject line to email address jobsuegcl@uegcl.co.ug Note that only online applications will be considered.
Deadline: August 19, 2019.
Inquiries: email jobseugcl@uegcl.co.ug or 0312 372165
KCCA
- Sanitation Engineer
Academic Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in either Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a recognized University or Institution of higher learning.
Experience and Competencies
- A minimum of two (2) consecutive years working experience in infrastructure project preparation and management, civil works including detailed design and supervision.
- Good understanding of national regulations pertaining to environment, communal services and procurement within government agencies.
- Good knowledge of relevant design norms and construction legislation.
- Good communication and report writing skills.
Key Result Areas:
- Providing overall technical assistance to CWIS and KCCA WASH construction projects from planning, to implementation and handover.
- Coordinating the preparation of preliminary and detailed engineering and design studies.
- Conducting appraisal of the technical and financial feasibility of the proposed sanitation facilities in liaison with the KCCA Procurement and WASH teams.
- Determining the compliance of investment programme proposals with the regulations and requirements of KCCA; ensure that the necessary permits are obtained and stakeholder consultations are conducted.
- Assisting the procurement team in preparation of necessary procurement documents, evaluation of bids and signing of contracts for works and/or supply of goods.
- Carrying out site supervision and ensure adequate management for works and/or supply of goods.
- Preparing periodic implementation progress reports as well as final programme and handover reports.
- Managing programme budgets, cash flows and obligations to ensure deliverables are met and payments to contractors and personnel are effected in a timely manner.
- Communications Officer
Minimum Qualification and Working Experience required:
Academic Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in either Mass Communication (Public Relations option), Journalism or any other related course from a recognized University or Institution of higher learning.
- Specialized training in Public Relations or Journalism is an added advantage
Experience:
A minimum of two (2) consecutive years working experience in Communication and Media/Public Relations in Government or from a reputable organization.
Competencies (Technical and Behavioral)
- A minimum of two (2) consecutive years working experience in Communication and Media/Public Relations in Government or from a reputable organization.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing public relation programs.
- Demonstrated ability to market corporate brands
- Demonstrated knowledge of the media industry
- Excellent communication skills (Oral and written)
- Knowledge of 2 other commonly used languages in the City.
Key Result Areas:
- Coordinating Media activities and dissemination of information to the public through print and electronic media.
- Execute the program’s communication campaigns, i.e. Above-The-Line (mass media) communication, and Social Media Communication campaigns.
- Facilitating the flow of information to all relevant stakeholders in line with the Authority guidelines.
- Identifying and establishing relevant and beneficial media partnerships with different stakeholders for the Programme.
- Coordinating press conferences and facilitate the distribution of information and materials to the press.
- Develop articles, success stories and lessons learnt during implementation of the program activities, and ensure that regular publications (case studies, project updates, newsletters, e.t.c) are printed, and updated in a timely and consistent manner.
- Providing professional communication and public relations advice on best practice in the implementation of Programme campaigns in the media in line with KCCA guidelines.
- Programme Officer
Academic Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in either Business Administration (Marketing Option), or Commerce (Marketing Option), or International Relations or Economics from a recognized University or Institution of higher learning.
- Specialized training in Marketing and Brand management is an added advantage
Experience
- A minimum of two (2) Consecutive years working related assignments in Government or from a reputable organization.
Competencies (Technical and Behavioral)
- A minimum of two (2) Consecutive years working related assignments in Government or from a reputable organization.
- Demonstrated ability in community mobilization
- Management of awareness creation and mass sensitization programs
- Demonstrated knowledge in market assessments and research
- Behavioral Change Communication (BCC)
Key Result Areas:
- Implementing the program-wide Sanitation marketing strategy including behavioral change, technology solutions, community mobilization and community level communication activities to create demand for sanitation services.
- Strengthening relationships and cooperation with community level WASH networks, WASH program partners and stakeholders
- Lead capacity building of community volunteers, local masons or constructors and other stakeholders.
- Designing and monitoring the implementation of regular market research and surveys
- Identification and formation of partnerships with organizations with outreach and capacity for Behavioral Change and Communication (BCC).
- Support the development and dissemination of BCC and sanitation information, educational and communication (IEC) materials including promotional materials, videos, etc.
- Create appropriate marketing messages and promotional strategies to market sanitation services to communities.
4) Programme Assistant–Finance & Accounting
Minimum Qualification and Working Experience required:
Academic Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in either Commerce, or Finance or Accounting or any other business course from a recognized University or Institution of higher learning.
Experience and Competencies
A minimum of one (1) year’s working experience in accounting in Government or from a reputable organization.
Competencies (Technical and Behavioral)
- A minimum of one (1) year’s working experience in accounting in Government or from a reputable organization.
- Planning and Budgeting
- Financial Record Keeping
- Financial Reporting
- Concern for Quality and Standards
- Demonstrated ability to pay attention to details
- Demonstrated analytical skills
Key Result Areas:
- Assist in providing daily grants, financial and administrative support, and logistics management to the established Programme teams in achieving the overall strategic vision and the overarching development objective of the Programme.
- Support the Programme Coordinator in managing the approved Programme work plan and budget through initiating procurement requisitions and any other clerical work as and when required.
- Support the daily coordination, mobilization, organization and management of Programme resources for efficient and effective delivery of Programme outputs and outcomes.
- Provide assistance in ensuring timely processing of payments of Programme claims, supplier invoices and so on in line with the KCCA financial regulations.
- Certify payments in line with approved Programme budget and chart of accounts.
- Verify the accuracy and authenticity of expenditure and payment transactions.
- Ensure proper documentation of all Programme activities and accountability on a daily basis.
Interested candidates should ONLY FILL AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION FORM that can be accessed HERE to the address below not later than 16th August 2019 at 5.00 p.m. to:
Directorate of Administration and Human Resources Management
Plot 1-3 Apollo Kaggwa Road P.O Box 7010 Kampala – Uganda. City Hall building
- Indicate the Reference Number on your APPLICATION FORM
- DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR CURRICULUM VITAE AND ACADEMIC DOCUMENTS.
- Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Chimpanzee Trust
Post: Executive Director
Qualifications: Master’s degree in either Natural Resource/Wildlife Management or Business Administration or Tourism, or Marketing or Law or any related course closely related to any of the above disciplines from a recognized university/institution. A qualification in project management would be an added advantage.
Send application, copies of academic testimonials, CV, names and addresses of two referees, telephone contact to, The Chair, Board of Trustees, Chimpanzee Trust, Plot 1 Bank Close, Entebbe, P. O. Box 884 Entebbe using emails; buhanga.edgar@ugandawildlife.org and copy to jmusinguzi@uwec.ug
Deadline: 3 weeks after publication of this advert.
