Thursday, 18 May 2017

Job Title:       Communications Officer
Employer: Save the Children International
Location: Uganda


Job Summary: The Communications Officer will be providing high quality communications content on Save the Children’s work. This will include designing and supporting communications materials for programme beneficiaries, donors, and other internal and external audiences. The incumbent may also be called upon to support project reporting, collating information from project teams.

Education:
The ideal candidate for the Save the Children Communications Officer job placement should hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mass communication or related field. Post Graduate training in Media or other relevant field is an added advantage.

Experience
A minimum of two years’ experience in a position in an international development organization.
Prior exposure and experience working with local partners and District Local Government in Child Rights Governance, Health, Nutrition, Education, HIV/AIDS or Child Protection is an added advantage.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send a copy of their updated CVs with cover letters (attached as one document) indicating three referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors via E-mail only to: uganda.recruitment@savethechildren.org

NB:
Testimonials/certificates should not be attached to applications.
Hand delivered applications will not be accepted and are therefore not considered during the shortlisting process.

Deadline: 26th May 2017
Job Title:   Cameramen (2 Job Opportunities)
Employer: NTV Uganda
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:  
Assemble, prepare and set up equipment for filming, which can include tripods, monitors, lighting, cables and headphones
Provide advice on how best to shoot a scene, explaining the visual impact created by the angle of particular shots
Be able to practice required positions for pre-arranged shots
Take and understand instructions from the Location Director or Producer
Keeping up to date with filming methods, techniques and equipment

Education:
The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Film/Television, Broadcast Journalism or related field
Qualifications in Technical TV Production such as Videography,  Audio & Digital Video Editing (are an added advantage)

Experience
A minimum of three years of related working experience in film production
Familiarity with using the following Hi-tech camera recorders; Sony HXR-NX5M Card, JVC HD Memory Card, JVC Studio cameras
Have an established evolving list of integrated production sources and vendors
Ability to be creative and innovative
Deep familiarity with all aspects of TV production, including the technical process of film production and post, and broadcast standards.

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: 22nd May 2017

Job Title:         Program Officer - Nutrition
Employer: University Research Co., LLC (URC)
Location: Jinja, Uganda

Duties:
Tasked with the integration of Nutrition into on-going project activities including Capacity building, Clinical care, PMTCT, Community linkages, Quality Improvement, psychosocial care/counseling and pharmaceutical logistics, M&E
Support health facilities supported by RHITES-EC to integrate and implement effective and sustainable NACS (Nutrition Assessment, Counseling and Support) services
Explore opportunities for partnership with other stakeholders in the area of HIV nutrition integration
Oversee and support the integration process of NACS into HIV/AIDS programs in all RHITES-EC sites
Support the sites towards attainment of a Baby Friendly Status in collaboration with the PMTCT/Paed Technical Advisor, MoH and partners
Work in liaison with health facility teams to apply quality improvement methods including learning sessions for improved nutrition outcomes
Work closely with health facility teams to develop and submit QI indicators inclusion into and use in the QI trainings/learning sessions and site coaching
Plan and conduct quarterly site mentorship/supervision towards improved nutrition integration and reporting


Education:
The applicants for the USAID RHITES-EC Program Officer - Nutrition job opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition, Food Science and technology or related field

Experience
At least five years’ experience in Community Nutrition and/or HIV nutrition programming
Previous exposure and experience with USAID and/or other donor projects is an added advantage
Excellent writing, organizational, coordination and communication skills desired
Proven ability to set priorities, multi-task, and work collaboratively as well as independently preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills desired

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the USAID RHITES EC Project should send their cover letters, curriculum vitae, copies of academic credentials and contact information for 3 professional references addressed to:

Human Resource Coordinator,
University Research Co., LLC – Centre for Human Services,
Plot10 Kiira Lane, Mpumudde Division, UGANDA

E-mail to: HR-RHITES-EC@urc-chs.com

Deadline: 26th May 2017 by 12:00pm
Job Title:       Grants Management Officer
Employer: The AIDS Support Organization (TASO Uganda)
Location: Uganda

Duties:
Provide technical support/coaching and mentoring in relation to grant management, audit, accounting provided
Align financial supporting documents, budgeting and assessing budget proposal
Handle all requests for grant disbursement
Grant documents compiled and filed
Ensure that the financial system is properly assessed
Input/advice in grant management, and sub-grantee budget proposal assessment provided.
Carry out field visits with partners to follow-up on the use of grants disbursed
Provide technical support on financial management and accounting capacities, policy improvements and compliance to donor regulations and guidelines

Education
The ideal candidate for the CDC Project Grants Management Officer job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Qualitative Economics, Public Administration, International Development, Grants Management, Accounting and Finance or a related discipline.

Experience
One to three years of professional experience in grant management or international development.
Excellent organizational skill with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Previous experience managing budgets and cost projections.
Demonstrated ability managing, and guiding project staff and partners regarding a variety of donors’ rules and regulations (i.e. USG, PEPFAR etc.)
Previous experience with US government donors a plus including a working knowledge of USG rules and regulations.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are invited to send an application letter, resume, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and three referees. All interested Candidates MUST attach a fully filled Application Form, download here, or pick it from any TASO Centre and register in the applications book.

Note: Please firmly staple your papers together only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please forward your applications to:                
The Director, Human Resource & Administration,
P.O. Box 10443, Kampala. Uganda
     
OR Hand deliver your application to TASO HQ level II, located at Old Mulago Hospital

Deadline: 27th May 2017 by 4:30pm
Job Title:       Clinical Psychologist
Employer: American Refugee Committee (ARC) International
Location: Uganda

The American Refugee Committee (ARC) International is an International nonprofit, nonsectarian organization that provides humanitarian assistance and training to millions of beneficiaries around the world. The ARC seeks to promote peaceful and safe communities where men and women have equal rights and communities can access locally owned, high-quality services.

Education:
The applicant for the American Refugee Committee (ARC) Clinical Psychologist job opportunity should hold a Diploma in Psychiatry from a recognized and approved institution

Experience
At least two years’ experience in diagnosing and treating mental, emotional and behavioral disorders with training in community psychology and knowledge in Trauma counseling.
Possess a valid riding permit
Fluency in Kiswahili and Kinyabwisha is an added advantage.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should send an application letter, updated CV & copies of academic documents via email only to UGjobs@arcrelief.org addressed to The Human Resources Manager, American Refugee Committee International Kampala.

Deadline: 22nd May 2017
Job Title:          Legal, Compliance and Risk Officer (LCR Officer)
Employer: SolarNow
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:  
Supports the Management Team in handling complex transactional matters and ongoing commercial contracts.
Supports the Management Team in maintaining corporate records and minute books, coordinating matters relating to board and shareholders meetings, preparing materials for such meetings, and preparing related minutes, written consents, etc.
Supports the management team with respect to periodic Govt. Of Uganda regulatory reporting.
Supports the management team in formation or dissolution of legal entities and other routine corporate legal matters.
Supports the Management Team with respect to contract drafting, coordination of approvals, signatures, and notarization of document and implementation.
Supports the management team in performing compliance audits of internal Corporate Policies and Procedures as well as relevant local and international environmental, social and governance (ESG) regulations
Supports the Management Team with processing Work Permits for international staff

Education:
The ideal candidate for the Solarnow Legal, Compliance and Risk Officer (LCR Officer) job opportunity must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Possession of a Diploma in Legal Practice

Experience
One to three years’ experience in legal practice; Registered Attorney
Possess the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality
Independent; Person of integrity; meticulous; analytical; eye for detail.


How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications to the Human Resource Manager, SolarNow Uganda Services via e-mail, recruitmentug@solarnow.eu including their updated CVs (no other documents).

Deadline: 19th May 2017
Job Title:       Cash Transfer Assistant (A’ level Fresher Jobs)
Employer: Save the Children International
Location: Uganda

Job Summary: The Cash Transfer Assistant will support cash transfer projects in the refugee settlement. The CT Assistant will mobilise and support community engagement aspects of the project, as well as beneficiary identification and selection processes. The CT Assistant will support and monitor cash transfers, including support to orientation of grant beneficiaries on cash transfer mechanism through training sessions. The incumbent will also take a lead role in supporting monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning activities (MEAL) including post-distribution monitoring, and providing support and accountability for project beneficiaries.

Education:
The ideal candidate for the Save the Children Cash Transfer Assistant job placement should hold a School leaver’s certificate (A’ Level)

Experience
Previous experience of training communities and teams.
Previous exposure and experience in implementing NGO projects, ideally in livelihoods e.g. public works/ cash for work projects; agricultural support; home based skills development or income generation projects
Prior exposure and experience working with local partners and District Local Government in Child Rights Governance, Health, Nutrition, Education, HIV/AIDS or Child Protection is an added advantage.
Excellent analytical skills and strategic planning abilities.
Ability to establish and maintain conducive collegial relations and perform effectively as a member of a team.
Willingness to travel and work in hard-to-reach areas, occasionally under strenuous conditions.
Computer literacy and excellent documentation skills are a must.
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Ability to intervene with crisis management or troubleshooting as necessary.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
Excellent time management and planning capacity.
Availability and willingness to work extra hours during times of humanitarian responses.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send a copy of their updated CVs with cover letters (attached as one document) indicating three referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors via E-mail only to: uganda.recruitment@savethechildren.org

NB:
Testimonials/certificates should not be attached to applications.
Hand delivered applications will not be accepted and are therefore not considered during the shortlisting process.

Deadline: 26th May 2017

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