Buyer Jobs Vacancy at Q-Sourcing Limited

Job Title:      Buyer
Employer: Q-Sourcing Limited
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties  
Purchase goods, equipment, materials and/or other supplies for the construction activities
The incumbent will evaluate and make decisions on prices, deliver, terms and sources of supply in accordance with the project specifications
Negotiate pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers
Issue purchase orders for procurement and expedition of materials and equipment for jobs
Ensure compliance to project budgets and provide analysis of deviations
Research new materials for design and cost savings
Formulate and implement new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification
Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers

Education
The ideal candidate for the Buyer job placement should preferably hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or any related field

Experience
At least five years of working experience in construction as well as buying experience
Must have own vehicle (pickup) and be prepared to travel
Excellent communication skills with subcontractors, suppliers and clients
Excellent negotiation skills
Excellent problem solving abilities and experience with complex transactions with little supervision
Excellent computer skills

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who meet the minimum criteria outlined as above are invited to send a comprehensive CV with certified academic qualifications via e-mail to recruitment@qsourcing.com

Note: Kindly mark your application as “Buyer” in the subject line of your email.

Deadline: 27th June 2017

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Accountant Job Vacancy at Prestige Auto Holdings

Job Title:      Accountant
Employer: Prestige Auto Holdings (Prestige Driving School)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:  
Manage payables and receivable register of the company
Prepare monthly cash flow statements for the company
Draft budgets for the company and plan daily cash flow expenditures for the company and the branches
Regularly analyse branch expenses and approve budgets for the branches
Prepare financial reports and statements on a monthly basis
File monthly returns for the company
Prepare payment vouchers attaching all the necessary documents for approval by the Finance Manager
Manage petty cash and accountability in line with the petty cash policy of the fund


Education:
The ideal candidate for the Prestige Driving School Accountant job placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration or Accounting or Financial Management or equivalent qualifications
Must be pursuing a professional course in ACCA OR CPA (preferably completed Level 2)

Experience
At least two years’ experience gained in a reputable company

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications accompanied by updated CVs via E-mail to prestigeds@gmail.com clearly indicating the job title in the subject line of the email.

Deadline: 26th June 2017 by 6pm

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Jobs at Prestige Auto Holdings - Operations Manager

Job Title:      Operations Manager
Employer: Prestige Auto Holdings (Prestige Driving School)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:  
Tasked with ensuring highest level of customer care exercised by both the administrator and the instructor in all our branches
Ensure that all branches are opened on time and closed on time
Improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of organization & mission, specifically support better management reporting and information flow
Supervise both branch administrator and instructor
Ensure cleanliness of all the branch premises and all the company training vehicles
Promote and protect the company image and a corporate standard across all our branches
Work closely with other managers and feeding them with necessary information required for smooth running of the business
Ensure that the company is compliant with the different authorities in the country for smooth running of the business,  (ensuring all branches have a Trading license, an operational Driving school license, and all our instructors have acquired an instructor’s license from the Licensing Board

Education:
The ideal candidate for the Prestige Driving School Operations Manager job placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration or Accounting or Financial Management or equivalent qualifications
Professional course in the related field will be an added advantage

Experience
A minimum of three years’ experience working in a managerial position and in a very busy organization
Applicant should be highly organized with good attention to detail
The person should have experience, knowledge and understanding of facilities of management
Previous experience in managing a team
The applicant should provide evidence of high performance in previous roles
The applicant should have experience of working effectively with people from diverse back grounds

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications accompanied by updated CVs via E-mail to prestigeds@gmail.com clearly indicating the job title in the subject line of the email.

Deadline: 26th June 2017 by 6pm

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Jobs at Iowa State University-Uganda (ISU-Uganda)

Job Title:     Community Nutrition Specialist
Employer: Iowa State University-Uganda (ISU-Uganda)
Location: Kamuli, Uganda

Duties:
Manage the Nutrition Education Centers (NECs) committed to the first 1000 days of a child’s life.
Establish and manage a supplementary School Lunch Program at rural primary schools in Kamuli District in coordination with school and local education officials.
Formulate appropriate monitoring and evaluation frameworks and key indicators for nutrition education programs that support qualitative and quantitative performance tracking and reporting.
Take a leading role in developing and adapting innovations in nutrition and health, which might include appropriate technology, approaches to manage moderate to severe malnutrition, WASH related technologies and enhancement of household food and nutrition security and incomes
Participate in program meetings and other staff development activities
Participate in grant writing when needed
Develop annual budgets in collaboration with CSRL Associate Director for Nutrition Education.  Follow all established procedures in regards to cash advances and accountability for all purchases.

Education:
The ideal candidate for the Community Nutrition Specialist job placement must hold a Master’s degree in:  Nutrition, community Nutrition, applied human nutrition or dietetics or a bachelor’s degree in these field with at least eight years of implementing community nutrition programs in the field

Experience
At least two years of field experience in community nutrition service delivery
The individual should have interest, expertise, and practical experience in community nutrition
Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other computer skills.

Compensation: A competitive package of salary and health benefits will be offered to the successful applicant.  Salary will be based on the salary history of the successful candidate.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining ISU-UP should email their application letters with updated resume/CV (maximum 3 pages) to bjelland@iastate.edu and masinde@iastate.edu with copies to gnadiope@iastate.edu with REF: CNS in the subject line.

Deadline: 7th July 2017

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Jobs at Living Goods (LG) Uganda

Job Title:           Marketing and Communications Manager
Employer: Living Goods (LG)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties
Formulate and drive the LG Uganda Marketing strategy
Own the design and implementation of marketing plans.  Create innovative programs, events and campaigns including promotions to agents, new product launches and consumer marketing campaigns to drive sales and improve the lives of customers and their families.
Oversee the development and implementation of new initiatives to increase cost efficiency and health impact, such as agent incentives, recognition programs, product delivery innovations, mobile payments, credit offerings.
Keenly monitor performance and return on investment of each activity.
Product:
Develop and maintain a competitive product portfolio through regular market reviews and product mix assessment.
Organize test of new products and make recommendations based on learnings.
Develop and design private label products.
Communication:

Education:
The ideal candidate for the Living Goods Marketing and Communications Manager job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications or related field.  Master’s degree is preferred

Experience
At least seven years of related work experience in marketing and communication

Compensation:  A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience including health insurance and bonus opportunity

How to Apply:
All candidates are strongly encouraged to Apply Online at the web link below.

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