Trainee Accountant Job Vacancy at Daks Couriers

Job Title:  Trainee Accountant
Employer: Daks Couriers
Location:  Kampala, Uganda


Daks Couriers Limited is the leading local courier company in Uganda with over 10 years of successful Courier business in Uganda and the Great Lakes Region. Daks Couriers is an ISO 9001:2008 Certified company.  Currently with stakes in Transport, Warehousing, Freight Forwarding, the vision of the company is to become the best Courier and Logistics Company in the country and region as a whole through excellent customer service, steady continuous improvement and technological advancement.


Education:
·         The applicant for the Daks Couriers Trainee Accountant job opportunity should a Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting).
·         Part professional qualifications i.e. ACCA, CPA (K), CPA (U).

Experience
·         One year of related work experience

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications via email or deliver them together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic transcripts, professional certificates, three professional referees and daytime phone contact to;

General Manager,
Daks Couriers Limited
Plot 64 Kira Road, Opposite Uganda Museum
P.O. Box 4871, Kamwokya – Kampala, Uganda

Deadline: 24th November 2017

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Driver Job Vacancies at TechnoServe (TNS)

Job Title:      Driver
Employer: TechnoServe (TNS)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties
·         Drive TNS vehicle to all approved destinations while maintaining care and safety of the passengers and the organization vehicle
·         Ensuring that all TechnoServe vehicles are in good running conditions including car washing, maintenance and repairs
·         Appropriately check/ verify that all vehicle repair proposals are correct and make appropriate recommendations
·         Ensure that the assigned vehicle is up to date with insurance, and other relevant regulations according to the requirements of the Traffic Act in Uganda
·         The jobholder will report any car accident to the nearest police station, or nearest local authority of the area and keep the field / Kampala office informed of such incidents
·         Make sure that the vehicles daily log sheets are filled correctly prior to departure and after every trip, make sure that vehicle movement authorization is obtained from the relevant person for every movement
·         Tally monthly vehicle fuel consumption report, repair and services reports etc.
·         Ensure that Techno Serve’s vehicles are not used for personal business

Education
·         The applicant should have completed “O” or “A” Level certificate. Possession of a certificate course (mechanical, logistics, business or customer care) or a diploma is an added advantage. Ability to be hands on and examine and assess car repairs including the following attributes:
·         Possession of a clean and current valid driving license
·         At least five years of driving experience with INGO, development agencies or busy private sector environment
·         Possess basic computer literacy skills
·         Ability to read, write and communicate in English
·         High levels of integrity are essential
·         Ability to work independently
·         Multi-tasking, passionate and self-driven

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications via Email only to the Human Resources Manager: ug-jobs@tns.org. Please include an updated resume, cover letter and three professional references with the job title in the subject line of your email and on the application letter.

Deadline:  27th November 2017

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Agribusiness Officer Job at Adjumani District Farmers development association

Job Title:        Agribusiness Officer
Employer: Adjumani District Farmers development association (ADFDA)
Location: Uganda


Duties:
·         Participate in the planning and implementation of DFA’s activities related to PRELNOR     
·         Offer technical and methodological support to DFA Market site facilitators;
·         Ensure that market site activities are gender and youth inclusive;
·         Collect and consolidate market site facilitators reports;
·         Lead and participate in the production of information notes related to market stakeholder’s activities (value chain information on prices and volumes, organizational support to market oriented groups);
·         Market information capture and dissemination;
·         Design a building capacities road map for market oriented farmers’ groups including action plan, business plan, financing plan (related to PRELNOR matching grant opportunities), business monitoring;
·         Identify needs and eventual external support to improve quality;
·         Design and facilitate training modules based on market stakeholders’ needs
·         Actively participate together with DCCIs in the design of the market information system;

Education:
·         At least a BSc in Agribusiness, Agriculture, Rural Economy with knowledge in agricultural extension, sociology, adult education

Experience
·         A minimum of three to five years of effective experience in domains linked to family farming agri-business with direct support to business oriented farmers’ groups (cooperatives, producers’ groups, post-harvest handing activities, SACCOS, traders associations).
·         Previous experience with projects, farmers’ organisations, agribusiness actors in the targeted district is an asset;
·         Ability to analyse and document: the candidate must present such notes, documents that s/he had to produce in previous assignments;
·         Ability to facilitate processes in a team work context: to show availability to do frequent on-site support;
·         Ability to work with e-tools (main software, social networks.);
·         Languages: English, Madi language is a plus
·         Age bracket of 25-40 years

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their hand delivery applications with detailed curriculum vita, photocopies of academic transcripts including names and addresses of three referees should be submitted to the address below:

The Chairperson, Board of Directors,
Adjumani Farmers Development Association,
P.O. Box 67, Adjumani, Tereza Lane, Adjumani Town Council.

Deadline: 30th November 2017

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Internal Audit Manager Job Opportunity at Movit Products Limited (MPL)

Job Title:        Internal Audit Manager
Employer: Movit Products Limited (MPL)
Location: Kampala, Uganda


Duties
·         Responsible for planning, executing, and managing a comprehensive risk based audit Plan for Movit Products Limited (MPL).
·         Supervise and ensure the efficiency of the auditing team to achieve the internal audit objective.
·         Develop and implement internal auditing policies, procedures, programs, controls, and mechanisms to prevent or mitigate risks of loss to the company.
·         Review departmental functions and activities to determine the nature of operations and adequacy of the system of control to achieve established objectives.
·         Guide the top management on internal control matters and current company status in terms of risks.
·         Coordinate the internal audit effort with those of the company’s external auditors.
·         Conduct annual risk assessment before formulation of the annual audit plan.
·         Carry out consultative work and fraud investigations from management.

Education:
·         The ideal candidate should hold a Masters in Accounting or Finance
·         Profession certification in ACCA or CPA is a must.
·         Comprehensive Knowledge on Internal Audit, COSO, internal controls, compliance and risk management.
·         Audit Techniques (Work programs, tests, sampling, documentations and reports )
·         Good knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle and SAP)
·         High degree of objectivity, integrity , Confidentiality and strong business skills
·         Previous experience in the development and implementation of standards, procedures and guidelines to support operational processes and systems.
·         Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in planning, organizing, performing systems analyst tasks and setting priorities of tasks among multiple assigned projects.
·         Works on extremely complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangible variance factors. Exercise independent judgment in developing methods, techniques and evaluation criterion for obtaining results.

How to Apply:
All qualified and interested candidates should send their filled MPL Job Application Form, download here, and send it as an attachment to hr@movit.co.ug (Not more than 1MBs). Please quote the name of the job title in the subject line.

Deadline: 1st December 2017

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Agricultural Extension Worker Job Vacancy at Send a Cow (SAC) UK

Job Title:        Agricultural Extension Worker
Employer: Send a Cow (SAC) UK
Location: Amuru, Uganda

Duties
·         Formulate detailed work plans to implement activities which address identified sustainable agriculture development needs of project participants, families and communities
·         Coordinate and participate in implementing follow- up, training and retraining plans for staff/partners and the selected farmer groups or associations and advise on any other emerging development needs
·         Reporting on follow up, trainings, support provided to groups, monitoring and evaluation activities, farm productivity, sustainable organic agriculture.
·         Documentation of success stories and case studies
·         Ensure farmers are followed up regularly and re-training programs in sustainable agriculture are implemented.
·         Coordinate Peer Farmer Development individually and as a Group.
·         Take part in streamlining gender equity in groups and individual families

 Education:
·         The applicant should preferably hold a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field

Experience
·         At least two to three years’ experience in providing extension services
·         Must have a valid riding permit     
·         Previous experience in implementation of interventions involving application of sustainable agriculture methodologies
·         Knowledge VSLA methodologies   
·         Experience in community development and NGO work.
·         Ability to deliver training programmes
·         Ability to ride a motorbike for long distances
·         Excellent communication skills
·         Good report writing skills
·         Good networking skills.
·         Able to work well with government and other development partners   
·         Ability to build high quality group dynamics
·         Ability to manage conflict and deal positively with setbacks
·         Have empathy with Send a Cow’s Christian foundation and core values
·         An initiator and self -driven
·         Good team player.
·         High degree of flexibility

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their completed application forms, download here, with copies of your academic documents to applications@sendacow.org indicating the job applied for as the subject.

Deadline: 24th November 2017 by 5:00 PM

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Jobs at Katalemwa Cheshire Home (KCH) - Program Officer

Job Title:  Program Officer
Employer: Katalemwa Cheshire Home (KCH)
Location: Kampala, Uganda


Duties:
·         Coordination and program management, resource mobilisation specifically proposal writing , preparation of donor reports
·         Facilitate development of work plans through a streamlined planning and budgeting process, support the monitoring and evaluation function of the LF supported program
·         Actively promote organizational sustainability, learning and reflection.
·         Actively contribute to brand strengthening/ corporate image building and national profile process of KCH, Building strategic partnerships and engagement with stakeholders including central and local government and development partners.


Education:
·         The applicant must hold a bachelors degree in social sciences/Humanities, Bachelor of science, community development, public administration.
·         Possession of a diploma in Occupational Therapy and or physiotherapy and management training are of added advantage, post graduate certificate in PPM, M&E,

Experience
·         A minimum of three years’ experience in the similar position or in a project or program coordination role in a reputable development organization.
·         Extensive knowledge and skills in using computerized systems and processes, in possession of good interpersonal and resource mobilization skills
·         Knowledge in community based rehabilitation/inclusive Community based development  and disability issues is preferred.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should hand deliver an application letter and CV, present position, current remuneration, copies of certificates/testimonials and three recent professional references in a sealed envelope, plus day time telephone contact to the address below;

The Executive Director,
Katalemwa Cheshire Home for Rehabilitation Services,
P.O. Box 16548, Kampala, Uganda
Off Gayaza Road at Mperere to Buwambo (about 200 meters from Mperere Trading Centre)

NB: Ladies and persons with disabilities with the relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 17th November 2017

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District Coordinator Job Vacancy at Community Health Alliance Uganda

Job Title:   District Coordinator - TAFU Project
Employer: Community Health Alliance Uganda (CHAU)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties
·         Supervise and provided technical assistance to VHTs within district of operation in areas of paediatric HIV and ensuring that they deliver on their target.
·         Develop and maintain strategic community partnerships necessary to achieve community engagement activities.
·         Work with VHTs including other partners to mobilize the communities in order to identify and increase the number of children living with HIV enrolled into care and support
·         Spear head identification of pregnant women and ensure that they are enrolled on to the EMTCT program.
·         Sensitize various community leaders, parents and groups on the importance of HIV paediatric care and EMTCT in order to foster positive attitudes.
·         Support the formation of VSLAs and/or strengthen existing VSLAs for households of people living with HIV by ensuring that they are operational and functional for economic empowerment.
·         Develop and implement monthly performance plans for the VHTs.
·         Conduct appropriate training and on job mentorshlp for skills development for VHTs in mobilization and HIV programming for children and households affected and inflicted with HIV.

Education:
·         The applicant should preferably hold a Degree in Community Development, Social Work and Social, Administration, Social Sciences or an equivalent
·         Competencies: Analytical, coordination/networking, negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills, High ethical and integrity standards, computer proficiency skills, Results and team-oriented, proven ability to produce high quality reports/documents.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates for the above post should submit applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, name and address of three referees and a day time contact telephone number to the International HIV/AIDS Alliance offices addressed to: The Executive Director, Community Health Alliance, Plot 19, Kawalya Kaggwa Close, Kololo P. O. Box 40333, Kampala, Uganda.

NB: Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

Deadline: 27th November 2017 by 5:00 PM

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