Administrative Assistant Job Vacancy at Uganda Christian University (UCU)

Job Title:      Administrative Assistant
Employer: Uganda Christian University (UCU)
Location: Mukono, Uganda

Duties
Update lecturers on any necessary information that concerns them e.g. internal communications from the Dean and University Administration.
Ensure that time table is working well, link Lecturers to students in cases of any need, update the Dean and the Lecturers on issues as they arise, and maintain general cleanliness and organisation of the Faculty offices.
Tasked with the requisition and account for funds for workshops, seminars and other related activities.
Receive communications from other Departments and Faculties for the Dean to respond to and give feedback accordingly.
Responsible for the requisition for equipment, furniture and other supplies for the faculty and ensure their maintenance.
Organize and attend meetings when necessary.
Attend to students’ academic and other issues as they arise, and refer to the Dean where necessary.
Attend to parents and guardians on issues regarding their children’s academic and social affairs.

Experience:
The applicants must possess a good Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Institution of Higher learning
At least two (2) years of working experience in a busy office environment
Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, Power point and internet)
Previous experience in minute taking
Prior experience working at a front desk will be an added advantage
Excellent interpersonal skills especially when dealing with students, staff and visitors
High degree of integrity with an excellent work ethic
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Must be ready and willing to work on Saturdays
Must be self motivated
Must be a committed and practicing Christian

How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should send two (2) copies of an application letter clearly demonstrating suitability together with updated Curriculum Vitae and three (Academic, Leadership, Pastoral) references. Please remember to attach two (2) copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts to:

The Manager, Human Resource & Administration,
Uganda Christian University,
Pilkington Building,
P.O. Box 4, Mukono, Uganda

Email: jobs@ucu.ac.ug (Applications sent online should be in one PDF document)

Deadline: 9th June 2017 by 5:00 pm

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Jobs at Itel Uganda - Sales Representative

Job Title:        Sales Representative (6 Career Jobs)
Employer: Itel
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:
The jobholder will sell and promote the company’s products to potential and existing clients.
The incumbent will also seek leads and develop clientele through networking so as to find new and potential customers.
Contact potential clients and making presentations to prospective clients.
Follow-up on quotations to close business and obtain feedback from clients.
Forward customer queries and complaints to the Company and ensure the same are addressed.
The incumbent will identify customer needs and present them to the Company.
Conduct market intelligence to determine competitor position in the market.
Maintain a record of all business acquired and prospective clients.

Education
The applicant for the Itel Sales Representative job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a business- related course

Experience
A minimum of three years’ experience in Sales & marketing department of an IT/ Telecom company
Customer service orientation
Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to meet set goals and targets.
Good computer skills.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should deliver their applications including an updated CV, cover letter, and copies of academic qualifications to the address below:

Carlcare Service Limited,
Prism Building (Next to E-Tower), Kampala Road
6th Floor, Plot 71/73, Kampala

Or: send an email to hr.ug@transsion.com (please clearly indicate job applied for in subject of Email)

Deadline: 30th June 2017 by 5:00 PM

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Jobs.at African Initiatives for Relief and Development (AIRD)

Job Title:      Administrative Secretary / Admin Assistant
Employer: African Initiatives for Relief and Development (AIRD)
Location: Kampala, Uganda


Job Summary: The Administrative Secretary / Admin Assistant will perform administrative and office support activities for multiple supervisors. The incumbent will be relieving the supervisor of administrative details by preparing considerable correspondence, compiling and summarizing data into concise form.

Education:
The ideal candidate for the AIRD Administrative Secretary / Admin Assistant job placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree in office management or any other business related course with major in office management.

Experience
A minimum of two years working experience preferably in an NGO setting
Highly self-motivated
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to represent and report writing skills.
Advanced computer skills in Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint presentation, Creating forms, org charts, mail merges, labels, name tags, charts and graphs, pivot tables, presentations with animation and sound
Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
Willingness to work in any part of the country

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send their application letters stating their qualification and experience together with latest updated C.V. via email to: jnalule@ymail.com OR submit their application in person to the following addresses:

African Initiatives for Relief and Development (AIRD) Uganda Program,
Plot 289, Ntinda Industrial Area, Kampala.
Tel: 0414286956/ 0759602127 AIRD/UNHCR.

NB: Applications should be delivered at the reception during working hours as below.
Monday -Thursday 8:30 am-5:00 pm and Friday 8:30 am - 2:00pm.

Deadline: 9th June 2017

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Job Opportunities at Kyagulanyi Ministries Uganda

Job Title:          Ministry/ Church Accountant/Bookkeeper
Employer: Kyagulanyi Ministries
Location: Nansana, Wakiso, Uganda

Duties:  
Ministry:
Lead the team for preparation of bank reconciliations statements of all Ministry bank accounts;
Keenly review the preparation of journals and posting of the general ledger accounts in the system;
Provide support in the preparation of the quarterly statements of receipts and payments of public funds;
Offer support in the preparation of the ministry financial statements at end of each financial year;
Assist in the provision of reports on any issues identified and devise control procedures to strengthen the systems of internal control within Ministry and its projects;
Assist in the preparation and updating of the treasury manual on the accounting systems and internal control procedures.
Church:
Obtain and record pledges made during the annual stewardship drive.
Prepare quarterly giving statements.
Enter weekly contributions to general fund, building fund, special funds, and donor designated funds.
Keep confidential all financial contribution information.
Enter all invoices submitted for payment, cut checks, submit to treasurer for signature, and prepare for mailing.
Balance checking account and investment accounts and submit reconciliation to treasurer for signature.
Submit to the church treasurer and church administrator a listing of all checks written during the month.

Education:
The applicant should preferably hold an associate’s degree in accounting from an accredited educational institution.
The applicant must be a born-again and willing to become full church member, who will work closely to monitor the job.
Christian ministry skills is a bonus, in relation to pastoral, activities gospel preaching, Sunday school teaching all these are bonus marks.

Experience
Practical experience in fund‐based accounting and account reconciliation.
A demonstrated Christian faith commitment.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including MS Word, Excel and Access, and specific fund based-accounting software.
Keen attention to detail and precision in account reconciliation and report generation.
Exhibit commitment to good interpersonal relationships, teamwork and support of church ministries.
Show commitment to confidentiality regarding all account records, both of the church and staff, and the members.
Dependable attendance.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants must send their applications to:  williamkyagulanyi@gmail.com with an updated CV with personal passport photo, academic documents, application letter all in Pdf format as one document.

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Jobs at Mukwano Group of Companies

Job Title:      Extension Coordinator
Employer: Mukwano Group of Companies
Location: Lira, Uganda
Job Ref: AKOF – LIRA /EC/26/05/2017

Duties:
Visit farmers and sensitize them on good farming practices
Collaborate with Community Volunteers on supply of seeds, sensitization of farmers, harvesting produce.
Work closely with Procurement Assistants on sale of seeds to farmers and purchase of produce from farmers
Build and maintain good working relationship with local leaders
Work closely with development partners supporting agricultural programs in the area
Organize corporate social responsibility activities in the districts of operation
Prepare and submit daily activity reports
Coordinate purchase of high quality seeds.

Education:
The applicants should preferably hold Diplomas in an Agricultural-related field from recognized institutes

Experience
At least two years’ experience in a similar role.
Strong general management and demonstrated leadership skills
Must have excellent problem solving, judgment, customer care, team work, inter-personal, communication, creativity, innovation, analytical and logical skills in managing projects and work.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans and achieve targets

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with copies of  academic credentials, testimonials, L.C1 letter, National ID and a  detailed curriculum vitae indicating contact addresses of three (3)  referees should be sent to; The Human Resource Department, Mukwano Group of Companies, P.O Box 2671, Kampala, UGANDA Or via E- mail to recruitment@mukwano.com and quoting the job reference as subject to the mail. The attachment should not exceed 2MB. Kindly merge all your documents and send them in one attachment.

Deadline: 10th June 2017

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Jobs at Kakira Sugar Limited - Archivist

Job Title:       Archivist
Employer: Kakira Sugar Limited
Location: Uganda

Duties:
Tasked with arranging for the acquisition and retrieval of records/drawings.
Working closely with donors and depositors of archive materials from within the Group companies.
Preparing record keeping systems and procedures for archive research and for the retention or disposal of records.
The incumbent will be cataloguing collections and managing information and records.
Guiding users on how best to access, use and interpret archives.
Identifying ways of protecting and preserving records and collections.

Education:
The applicants should be holders of a Bachelor’s degree in either records and archives management or library and information science obtained from a recognised University.

Experience
A minimum of three years of related working experience.
Age: 25 years and above

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with Photostat copies of testimonials, certificates and curriculum vitae, indicating daytime telephone number, contact addresses of two referees and quoting the job reference number on the upper left-hand corner of the envelope should be sent to:

Mr. Moses H. Thenge,
Human Resources Manager,
Kakira Sugar Limited,
P.O. Box 121, Jinja – Uganda Tel. 0414-444000

Deadline: 12th June 2017

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Restaurant Manager Job Vacancy at Future Options Consulting Ltd

Job Title:    Restaurant Manager
Employer: Future Options Consulting Ltd
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties:
Take responsibility for the business performance of the restaurant;
Keenly analyze and plan restaurant sales levels and profitability;
Organize marketing activities, such as promotional events and discount schemes;
Prepare reports at the end of the shift/week, including staff control, food control and sales;
Create and execute plans for department sales, profit and staff development;
Set budgets or agree them with senior management;
Plan and coordinate menus;
The jobholder will coordinate the operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts;
Recruit, train, manage and motivate staff;

Education:
The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitably for this position however we are open to candidates with a combination of practical experience, strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of business

Experience
At least two years of related work experience
Excellent interpersonal skills for diplomatically handling staff and customers;
Excellent written and oral communication skills for managing business admin and personnel matters;
Demonstrated ability to cope under pressure since restaurant management can be challenging;
Good business awareness for achieving successful performance;
Team working skills to be able to lead a team and be a part of it;
Strong planning and organisational skills to run a streamlined operation;
Demonstrated ability to work independently and confidently to make your own decisions;
Problem-solving ability to resolve issues as they arise.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their updated C.Vs, application letters and academic documents via E-mail to: reception@futureoptionsug.com indicating the position as the subject line.

Deadline: 9th June 2017 by 5:00pm

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