Saturday 29 July 2017

Job Title:         Account Supervisor- Medical
Employer: Clarkson Insurance Brokers Ltd
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:  
Responsible for performance and growth of the Medical unit through business retention and organic growth of current business
Benchmark market activities and trends in medical insurance
Follow-up new business leads to achieve business unit targets
Manage and enhance relationships with clients to achieve high customer service standards including handling and resolving of customer issues.
The incumbent will also customize insurance programs to suit individual clients covering a variety of risks.
Tasked with the preparation of departmental budgetary estimates and monthly management reports
Responsible for the accuracy of documentation/ information shared with both insurers and clients.
Manage business unit credit control/debt collection
In charge of coordinating client sensitization and health/wellness talks
Organize monthly business unit meeting.
Responsible for the roll out and administration of the client’s medical scheme in line with the implementation plan.
Ensure that the medical schemes are renewed in time as per technical procedures manual.
Responsible for analysis of quotations received from Insurance Companies and make appropriate amendments/recommendations before presenting to clients.

Education
The applicant should preferably hold a business-related Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university

Experience
Possession of a Diploma in insurance or its equivalent
A minimum of five years of practical experience in Insurance Industry

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send an updated CV and cover letter with three professional referees to this E-mail address: application@ppg.co.ug

Deadline: 18th August 2017

Job Title:        Quantity Surveyor
Employer: Ambitious Construction Company Limited (ACCL)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties
In charge of tendering
Responsible for material requirements analysis
In charge of the preparation of valuations and variations
Manage contractual correspondences
Responsible for projects monitoring
Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Education:
The applicants should preferably hold a Degree / National Diploma in Quantity Surveying.

Experience
At least seven years’ experience in the field with knowledge on estimation and costing.
Computer literacy skills are mandatory.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send email their detailed CVs with copies of the latest photograph, national ID or Passport copy to vacancy.accl@gmail.com.

Deadline: 31st July 2017
Job Title:    Online Editor
Employer: NTV Uganda
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:
Tasked with checking and correcting selected editorial copy, headlines and captions for facts, accuracy, taste, house-style, language use, clarity, balance to conform to Editorial policy.
Coordinate NTV’s journalism on social media. This may include a combination of content drawn from newspapers, websites or audience and require a promotion of stories that pose debate
Keenly track comments about NTVU’s journalism on blogs, websites, and social media, for trends, ideas and issues of importance, and to translate these into stories and draw insights to guide Producers
Drive social media engagement including responding to public comments if necessary, in consultation the relevant departmental heads and editorial team
Work in liaison with the Webmaster to compress and upload content (video and audio) to the respective active channels.
Monitor trends in social media tools and applications, and appropriately apply that knowledge to increase the use of social media at NTV Uganda.

Education
The ideal candidate for the Online Editor job placement must hold a basic University degree

Experience
At least three years of online editing experience in a real time news environment.
Extremely fast, accurate, resourceful and composed to cope with a relentless copy flow
Extensive general knowledge for spotting factual errors as well as good critical thinking skills in order to recognize inconsistencies or vagaries
Familiarity with a range of online environments, such as blogs and social networks

How to Apply:
If any of these vacancies suits your experience and career obligations, then feel free to send your Capability Statement (2 pages max) together with your updated CV to the under signed;

Human Resources Manager,
Africa Broadcasting (U) Limited – NTV Uganda,
Kampala Serena Conference Center,
Kampala. Uganda.

E-mail your applications to: ntvhr@ntv.co.ug

Deadline: 31st July 2017
Job Title:  Project Coordinator
Employer: MRC/UVRI
Location: Entebbe, Uganda

Duties:
Provide full, effective and proactive administrative support
Build and maintain relationships internally and externally and provide a focal point; including ensuring effective cross project communications.
Work in liaison with senior Unit colleagues and MRC Management to make sure key deadlines are kept
Manage any other support activities
Actively contribute towards the work of the project by co-ordinating and managing meeting arrangements, including diary dates, meeting papers and minute taking, administrative duties, and other ad hoc tasks.
Act as the first point of contact for correspondence, queries, prioritise activities in order to effectively manage internal and external meeting scheduling and organisation, long term commitments, deadlines and visits.
Attend meetings to record the minutes and actions and ensure that meeting arrangements are satisfactory.
Ensure any relevant actions are followed up and feedback is provided to relevant colleagues
In charge of updating key project information e.g risk, issue, decision logs: adhering to the MRC standards of record keeping and management.

Education:
The applicant should have experience of minuting meetings and maintaining action logs

Experience
Previous experience of working in an office, using the full range of Microsoft products (including Project) to co-ordinate meeting dates and manage meetings
Prior exposure and experience working in the public sector or in higher education
Experience of working or running a Project Management Office
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
Good document management skills

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their application letters, curriculum vitae including names, email addresses and telephone contact details of three (3) referees and copies of academic qualifications should be emailed to: recruitment@mrcuganda.org. Please quote the Position Title in the subject line.

Deadline: 30th July 2017
Job Title:        Assistant Procurement Officer
Employer: Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:
The jobholder will be preparing and issuing Request for quotations to vendors
Coordinating the evaluation of bids and make appropriate recommendations to the procurement committee where applicable
Work closely with stores staff, verify the delivered items for completeness of requested quantities and compliance with quality and quantity specifications.
Ensure safe custody and systematic filing of purchase orders, agreements and all relevant records.
Prepare Purchase orders for recommended suppliers/providers.
Work in close liaison with the finance team, follow up vendor invoices to ensure timely payment.
Maintain and keep track of all framework and long term agreements.
Performs any other assignments as may be allocated by the supervisor.

Education:
The ideal candidate should preferably hold a University degree in Procurement & Supply chain management, Business Administration or any related field from a recognized institution.

Experience
At least two years’ experience in procurement and supply chain management in a busy reputable organization
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a busy environment
Computer skills in MS office and Navision ERP

How to Apply:
All interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their application letter, CVs (with three professional referees) to:

The Human Resources Manager,
Infectious Diseases Institute,
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda

Email to: hr@idi.co.ug

NB: Please indicate the position applied for on your envelope.

Deadline:  4th August 2017
Job Title:         Community Development Assistant –Education (Several Fresher Job Opportunities)
Employer: World Vision International
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:  
Project Planning and Implementation:
Plan and coordinate all area based project activities in supervisor and Education Programme Officer
Supervise and monitor ongoing school based project activities.
Ensure quality in rolling out of education project models ensuring sufficient funds allocated to particular activities in annual plans
Ensure that teachers and field facilitators are supported in breaking down models into simpler work breakdown structures for easy implementation
Keenly track and manage activity budgets and ensure timely and cost effective project implementation.
Prepare timely, accurate, compliant and quality reports
Participate in project management meetings and reflection forums
Support and participate in district education Advocacy initiatives
Ensure cross cutting themes are mainstreamed in education project.
Technical Support and Training:

Education:
The ideal candidate for the World Vision Community Development Assistant- Education job opportunity must hold a  Bachelor’s degree in education or any other degree but with a diploma in education

Experience
At least two years’ experience in education and or community work.
Previous experience in the education sector programming in a reputable organization is an added advantage
Computer literacy skills

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online by visiting World Vision International’s e-recruitment jobs portal at the web link below.

Click Here

Please follow instructions on How to Create Account and Profile at World Vision’s e-recruitment portal.  Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 10th August 2017
Job Title:         Social Media Consultant
Employer: Wizarts Media
Location: Kampala, Uganda


Wizarts Media is a production house since 2008 whose core business is making radio and television programmes, ranging from radio/ TV spots and commercials, to radio/TV features, talk shows, dramas, and documentaries. We believe production is an art form and therefore approach it in creative ways. We strive to produce the highest quality programmes for our clients, for we know a happy client is the strongest form of advertisement we can have

Requirements:
The Social Media Consultant should be a prolific blogger with proficiency in Twitter, facebook, etc
Obsession with social media
Proven track record of successful social media, project or campaign to demonstrate ability
Demonstrated ability to design and implement high impact social media campaign
Happy to work in unconventional work environment
Happy to work with an upstart
Possess a strong network of bloggers and people with humongous following

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications and updated CVs via E-mail only to admin@wizartsmedia.com

Deadline: 31st July 2017

Job Title:      Executive Assistant to Chief of Party
Employer: IntraHealth International
Location: Uganda

Job Summary: The Executive Assistant will be responsible for providing executive support to the Chief of Party and the RHITES- E Senior Management team members in Mbale Office. S/he will sen/e as the primary point of contact for internal and external matters pertaining to the executive office. S/he will also serve as a liaison with the donor, partners, stakeholders and RHITES-E program lead team. S/he reports to the Chief of Party.

Education:
The ideal candidate for the USAID RHITES-E Project Executive Assistant to Chief of Party job placement must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or equivalent relevant field

Experience
A minimum of four years’ experience in managing a busy Executive Office.
Computer literacy i.e. proficiency in Microsoft office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power point).
High degree of confidentiality of personal matters of Executive Management.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with prioritization.
Highly self-motivated and able to adapt to change quickly.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the USAID RHITES-E Project should upload an updated CV/Résumé, completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet, download here and three professional references to this E-mail address: mbalejobs@intrahealth.org

Deadline: 31st July 2017

Job Title:    Personal Banker
Employer: Stanbic Bank
Location: Forest Mall, Kampala, Uganda
Job ID: 25545


Duties
The incumbent will adhere to the service standards and provide excellent customer service
Identify customer needs and match them with appropriate banking solutions
Fully inform customers of their rights and obligations to the bank as per the Consumer Protection Guidelines (including but not limited to product pricing, facilities terms & conditions and transactional fees)
The incumbent will be tasked with collecting account opening documents and submit them to the Account Analyst for account opening as per laid down procedures
Regularly receive and verify account transfer and amendment documents and submit them to the Account Analyst for processing as per laid down procedures
Receive and process loan documents within agreed timelines and as per laid down procedures
Adhere to the Sales High 5 standards
Meet sales budgets and targets
Prepare and implement weekly sales activity plans (i.e. customer visits, banking days) and provide timely related reports
Actively participate fully in sales campaigns and activations
Cross sell banking products to our existing customers
Identify migration opportunities and sell appropriate products or services accordingly

Education:
The ideal candidate for the Personal Banker should preferably hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies or a related field from a recognized university

Experience
A minimum of two years’ branch banking experience
Prior customer service experience required.
Previous sales experience
Detailed working knowledge of the Personal Banking value proposition
Sound knowledge of bank products/services

How to Apply:
All candidates who wish to join the one of Africa’s biggest Banking Groups, Standard Bank in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to Apply Online by visiting Link below.

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Deadline: 31st July, 2017
Job Title:      ICT Manager
Employer: SolarNow
Location: Kampala, Uganda


Duties:  
Planning: Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for ICT staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
ICT Infrastructure: Manage and provide the deployment, monitoring, maintenance and support of all ICT systems, PC’s, operating systems, hardware, software, and telecommunication systems
Problem Solving: Respond to the needs and questions of computer users concerning their access to resources on the network, stand-alone personal computers, or attached devices; assist in problems relating to various software programs as necessary.
Communication: Serve as the liaison for ICT with other departments, and gives timely updates by keeping the institution informed of any challenges experienced with the systems.
Quality Service: ICT & company’s SLAs must be warranty.


Education:
The ideal candidate for the SolarNow ICT Manager career opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT or Similar field.

Experience
A minimum of three years of proven work experience with applications packages like Linux Scripting, Odoo, Zabbix, OTRS, WPS
Proven track record in managing teams and working in complex environments with various stakeholders.
Monitoring large systems in distributed environment.
Excellent organisational skills


How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their motivation letters and updated CVs to recruitmentug@solarnow.eu

Deadline: 4th August 2017

Job Title:        Tour Manager/Reservations Manager
Employer: Visit Uganda Tours & Travel Ltd
Location: Airways House, Kimathi Avenue, Kampala, Uganda

Duties
Diagnose the clients’ specifications and wishes and suggest suitable travel packages or services
Organize travels from beginning to end, through booking tickets, accommodation, securing and  transportation etc.
Supply travelers with accurate information and useful travel/holiday material (guides, maps, event programs etc)
Use promotional techniques and prepare promotional materials to sell itinerary tour packages
Handle unforeseen problems and complaints and determine eligibility for money returns
Attend conferences to maintain familiarity with tourism trends
Create and update electronic records of clients
Reach the revenue and profit targets
Available, able to respond to any call / email any time of the day /night
Secure and reserve client’s safari accommodation following the confirmed safari program
Take overall responsibility of securing visitors relevant trekking permits in relevant parks following their confirmed program
Book and reserve in advance all tour activities as per the program confirmed

Education:
The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism & Travel related course

Experience
Two years’ experience in a tour or travel agency
Energy and patience;

Below 28 years old preferably a Male candidate

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications, updated CVs and academic credentials to visitugandatours@gmail.com

Deadline: 5th August 2017

Job Title:       Teller (14 Fresher Jobs)          
Employer: UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI)
Location: Jinja, Lira, Mbarara, Mpigi, Mbale, Ntungamo, Ibanda, Ishaka, Lyantonde, Rushere, Rukungiri, Sembabule, Kagadi and Kyotera, Uganda

Duties:
Ensure that all cash handling procedures are followed to secure safety of client’s money and efficiency in operations.
The Teller will provide over the counter advice on handling and completion of relevant bank documentation by clients for completeness and alterations of cash deposits and withdrawal transactions.
Provide over the counter advice, marketing and encouragement for all of UGAFODE products and increased client use of accounts.
The Teller will process savings deposits, withdrawals, loan disbursements, loan collections and other miscellaneous collections such as foreign exchange, time deposit transactions, and payment of manager’s cheque and payment of utility bills.
Prepares cash transfer slips for cash requisition and cash transfer.
Accounts and declares in the appropriate bank forms all financial transactions including cash handled during the day; reports and declares teller shortages/overages, and surrenders all the cash/money received over the counter to the Branch Manager for custody.
Balances end of day deposit and withdrawal transactions.

Education
The applicants for the UGAFODE Teller jobs must hold University degrees in business-related field or from a reputable university

Experience
At least two years’ experience and training in similar banking, lending or financing company
Previous experience in customer care, marketing and cross marketing products, signature verification, and counterfeit detection
The Tellers should be highly dynamic, creative and innovative individuals with financial sector experience.
Highly knowledgeable and skilled

Age: Below 30 years

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their E-mail applications which should include a motivation letter and an up-to-date detailed CV to: recruitment@ugafode.co.ug. Address them to:

Head of Human Resources,
UGAFODE Microfinance Limited (MDI),
Silva Arcade, Plot 62 Bombo Road,
P.O. Box 30815, Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 7th August 2017

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