Finance manager Job at plan Uganda

Job Title: Finance Manager

Organisation: Plan Uganda

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Finance Director, the incumbent will manage the finance function of the project to ensure efficient utilization of resources in a manner that the risk, cost and control considerations are properly balanced in all given situations in the project districts. The incumbent will have direct responsibility for the budget, and will supervise the finance team.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

·         Prepare and consolidate project budgets and annual plans for each financial year

·         Monitor expenditure to ensure adherence to budgetary limits

·         Review consolidated cash forecasts for the project districts to ensure optimal funding for running project activities

·         Ensure that funds are in plan project accounts in respective banks to support seamless implementation of projects at district level

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

·         Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Commerce, Business Administration , Accounting or Finance

·         Professional qualification in Accountancy (e.g. CPA, ACCA,etc.)

·         A Master’s degree in related field is an added advantage

·         Strong knowledge of USAID rules and regulations is a must.

How to apply: 

Suitably qualified candidates should submit letter’s of application, together with a CV. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates , names and contact details of three referees plus salary history.

If you don’t hear from us by 15th November 2012, consider yourself un successful.

Address below:

The People & Culture Manager,

Plan Uganda

Email: Uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org  

Deadline: 2nd October 2012

Deputy Team Leader Job at at Maxwell Stamp

Job Title: Deputy Team Leader : Financial Services Inclusion Programme, Uganda
Organisation: Maxwell Stamp

Introduction
DFID Uganda is developing a new Financial Services Inclusion Programme in Uganda (FSIPU) as part of its Growth and Private Sector Development portfolio. It has a target to increase the number of men, women and SMEs with access to financial services by 4 million by the end of the 2014/15. The intended impact of the programme is sustainable improvements in the livelihoods of poor people in Uganda. The desired outcome is a deeper and broader financial sector.

The programme will be divided into a six month Inception/ Design phase (followed by a review) followed by a 2½ year implementation period.

Maxwell Stamp PLC is currently managing a number of major projects for DFID in Uganda and has therefore recently submitted a PQQ for the FSIPU programme. News on shortlisting is expected soon.

Qualifications:
We are looking for a dynamic Deputy Team Leader with excellent technical skills who can help to drive forward what promises to be a complex and innovative programme. S/he will be a financial sector professional with expertise in as many as possible of the following fields: MSME credit, Savings, Transaction services, Insurance/ micro-insurance, Money transfer/ Mobile banking, Agricultural value chain finance
S/he should also be able to show:
·         10 years+ experience in Uganda and the ability to operate there at the highest level
·         Hands-on experience of advising partner governments and other stakeholders in the design and planning of financial strategies and programmes
·         In depth knowledge of financial institution capacity building
·         A demonstrable track record (10 years+) as a Senior Consultant or Team Leader in large scale, international project management
·         Experience of managing substantial project funds
·         Fluency in English plus Swahili and/ or Luganda (oral and written)
·         Excellent interpersonal skills.

Principal Administrator degree job at Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB)

Job Title: Principal Administrator 

Ref: UAHEB/HRM/001/09/2012.

Job Purpose: To plan, Develop and Coordinate Implementation of the Board polices and systems for Human Resource, Finance, and Administration.

Duties & Responsibilities:

·         Provide performance management advice to staff and manage any performance or grievance issues in a legally compliant and professional way;

·         Tender advice to Executive Secretary on matters of Finance, Human Resource & Administration;

·         Lead and coordinate preparation of capital & recurrent budget;

·         Develop and coordinate systems, processes & procedure for enforcing proper accountability of resources;.

·         Coordinate the development and implementation of UAHEB activities;

·         Develop and coordinate the implementation of Finance, Human Resource and Administrative policies;

·         Plan and avail resources required for implementation of UAHEB activities;

·         Manage UAHEB assets and liabilities and

·         Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

·         Bachelor degree in Public/Business Administration, Human Resource Management with a professional qualification in Finance/Accounting (ACCA or CPA) and a Masters degree in Public/Business Administration or Human Resource Management. OR

·         Any other degree with Professional Qualifications in Accountancy/ Finance (ACCA/ CPA) and a Masters degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or Human Resource management.

Experience:

·         At least five (5) years of work experience in Human Resource, Finance and Administration at a management position in a government department or any other reputable organization is a requirement.

·         Experience in managing performance driven programmes and public procurement is an added Advantage.

Age: Between 37 to 47 years

How to apply:

Terms of Engagement: The successful candidate for each of the three posts shall first serve 12 months on probation before which he/she can be confirmed. The remuneration/benefits for each of the posts are attractive. Interested candidate please submit your application including curriculum vitae, academic papers, copy of work identity card to Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB), Plot 15 Martyrs’ Way Ntinda, P. 0. Box 22733, Kampala, Email: uaheb09@gmail.com. As you respond to this advert, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application Deadline: Friday, 5th October 2012 at 4:00 pm.

IT job Records Officer at Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB)

Organisation: Records Officer (1 post)
Reports to: Principal Administrator.
Ref: UAH EB/H R M/003/09/2012

Duties & Responsibilities:
·         Design, implement and administer specialized system for managing record;
·         Integrate records management into Board systems and processes;
·         Coordinate and facilitate consultations with stakeholders to define system requirements for new technologies and implementation;
·         Identify information requiring capture, classify, store and retrieve it;
·         Develop a records storage plan, which includes the short and long-term housing of physical records and digital information;
·         Coordinate access to records internally and outside of the organization, balancing the requirements of business confidentiality, data privacy, and public access;
·         Evaluate staff reports, utilizing knowledge of principles of records and information management, administrative processes and systems, cost control, governmental record keeping requirements, and organizational objectives;
·         Providing a policy framework to guide staff in the management of their records and use of the employer’s records system;
·         Performing any other duties that maybe assigned by the Executive Secretary.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
·         Applicants should possess a Bachelors Degree in either Computer Science or Software Engineering or Information Technology or Information System or Mathematics or Statistics or equivalent;
·         ANY of the following qualifications is an added advantage:
·         Possession of Professional qualifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA). Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP): Oracle Certified Professional (OC'P); Microsoft Certified . Professional (MCP), Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) and Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD).
·         Applicants should have at least three (3) years relevant working experience in an IT environment, level in a reputable body/organization.
Age: Not more than 35 years

How to apply:
Terms of Engagement: The successful candidate for each of the three posts shall first serve 12 months on probation before which he/she can be confirmed. The remuneration/benefits for each of the posts are attractive. Interested candidate please submit your application including curriculum vitae, academic papers, copy of work identity card to Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB), Plot 15 Martyrs’ Way Ntinda, P. 0. Box 22733, Kampala, Email: uaheb09@gmail.com. As you respond to this advert, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application Deadline: Friday, 5th October 2012 at 4:00 pm.

Examinations Officer job http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6624159357808743253#allposts

Job Title: Examinations Officer (Clinical)
Reports to: Senior Examinations Officer
Ref: UAHEB/HRM/002/09/2012

Duties & Responsibilities:
·         Participate in setting, invigilation, marking and compilation of examination reports.
·         Preparation of examination materials i.e. examination cards, examination answer booklets and letters of invitation to stakeholders who participate in the examinations.
·         Analyze the results of examinations, compiles and disseminate reports.
·         Any other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
·         A professional in Clinical Medicine and Community Health.
·         Any other Diploma or equivalent in health related field from a recognized Institution.
·         Diploma in Medical Education or its equivalent.
·         Experience in computer data entry, use of computer programmes like Microsoft, excel and Microsoft Access.
·         Knowledge of statistical analysis, use of SPSS/Statistical and other statistical programmes.
·         Experience in managing Clinical Medicine and community health examinations at institutional level.
·         Experience in setting, moderating and marking of both theory and practical examinations.
·         More than 10 years of experience in managing internal examinations.

How to apply:
Terms of Engagement: The successful candidate for each of the three posts shall first serve 12 months on probation before which he/she can be confirmed. The remuneration/benefits for each of the posts are attractive. Interested candidate please submit your application including curriculum vitae, academic papers, copy of work identity card to Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board (UAHEB), Plot 15 Martyrs’ Way Ntinda, P. 0. Box 22733, Kampala, Email: uaheb09@gmail.com. As you respond to this advert, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application Deadline: Friday, 5th October 2012 at 4:00 pm.

National Coordinator job at Uganda Adult Education Network

Job Title: National Coordinator
Organisation: Uganda Adult Education Network

About UGAADEN: To enhance partnerships and information sharing among individuals, organizations and institutions for adult and lifelong learning, the Uganda Adult Education Network (UGAADEN) was founded in 2001. Since 2002, UGAADEN has been a key player in the promotion of adult education in Uganda and initiating the policy and advocacy debate. Ever since, UGAADEN has worked in the following five program areas: policy advocacy, research and documentation, membership capacity enhancement, information sharing and partnership enhancement. Moreover, since 2010 UGAADEN implements the five year EU funded ‘Non-formal education and skills training for Poverty Reduction in Karamoja Project’ in partnership with dvv international and Caritas Kotido.

Job Purpose: To guide the day to day management of affairs in the Secretariat of the Network and oversee the implementation of the project in Karamoja, UGAADEN is currently recruiting a National Coordinator. With the following technical and managerial responsibilities:
·         Overall management and supervision of the work of the Secretariat to ensure maximum efficiency, output and quality
·         Being the focal person for the coordination of UGAADEN activities
·         Coordination of grant proposal writing and contribution to UGAADEN fundraising efforts
·         Preparing designated periodic work plans and submission for consideration and approval by the Executive Committee and the General Assembly
·         Initiating, organising and supervising the implementation of approved work plans of activities according to the given guidelines
·         Organising and executing UGAADEN promotions, publicity and publications
·         Ensuring proper financial and other resource management in all aspects of the Network as agreed by the General Assembly
·         Ensuring the timely preparation and presentation of narrative and financial reports as provided for in the Network documents and implementation guidelines
·         The National Coordinator shall report to the Executive Committee and shall be an ex-officio of the Executive Committee and the standing committees of the Network

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
·         Over 5 years of Program and Grants Management skills.
·         Preferably experience with network management, capacity development and resource mobilization.
·         Substantial knowledge of different segments of adult education in Uganda
·         (Post Graduate) Degree in Adult Education or related field
·         Mature personality, team-player, strong communication and leadership skills

Gross Salary up to 1.8 million UGX per month depending on work experience and qualifications.

How to Apply:
Address your applications to The Chairperson, UGAADEN including a cover letter, CV and references. Applications should be delivered to UGAADEN Secretariat P.O Box 26900, Kampala, Tagore Crescent, plot 20, Kamwokya, (preferably) Email; ugaaden@gmail.com  by 2:00pm on Saturday 6th October, 2012.

Lead Programmer/Mobile Software Team Leader job at United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

Job Title: Lead Programmer/Mobile Software Team Leader
Organisation: United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Level: L3/NOC Duty Station: Kampala Duration: 11 months,

Background (attach documents if necessary):
Overview:
UNICEF Uganda in Kampala desires to recruit a Lead Programmer/Mobile Software Team Leader consultant to its Technology for Development Unit. The candidate should have proven experience in the application and development of mobile and associated web technology to support the work of an international organization.
The consultant will be responsible for serving as Lead Programmer/Mobile Software Team Leader to the Technology for Development (T4D) Unit, technically advising and leading software development across all mobile technology based projects taken on by the Uganda Country Office’s Country Program, with a special focus on mobile technology for health facilities and community workers, education monitoring, registration, supply monitoring and social mobilization, but with ability to remain flexible and adjust to the evolving needs of the country program and partner’s needs, including the Government of Uganda, youth organizations, community-based and faith-based organizations.
The consultant may also be asked to train and guide other outside consultants in the development of web platforms and dashboards that show data and messages gathered via mobile phones.
The consultant will assist in the creation and implementation of training/capacity-building plans for local developers, and outreach to local software companies, incubators, and educational institutions.

Purpose of Assignment:
Consultant will act as working manger, coordinating the work of in and out of house developers, as well as doing direct programming as needed.
·         Working with ALIVE team and the T4D Project Management Specialist, lead small team of software programmers to expand mobile health reporting in Uganda, with a focus on scaling up, integration with the Ministry of Health DHIS2 database and on the long-term goal of creating of a sustainable suite of mHealth applications for VHTs and Health Centres (following on work done in 2010 and 2011)
·         In consultation with LEARNING team, education partners and user groups, lead a team of software programmers to expand mobile based education monitoring and reporting in Uganda, with a focus of scaling up to additional districts in Uganda (ongoing from 2010)
·         In consultation with the U-report project manager and other partners, lead a team of software programmers to expand the U-report crowd sourcing software, with a view of scaling up to bigger volumes of reporters and involvement of other interest groups.
·         Coordinate work with consultants (e.g. Equatel) and other partners (telecoms) to establish and support software for publicly accessible USSD enabled phone booths which will be used by communities and individuals without mobile devices to participate in UNICEF programs like U-Report, MTrac etc
·         As needed, regional support for UNICEF Uganda-based software that is needed by other country offices
·         Provide local training, capacity building, and technology partner outreach to the Ugandan technology community (ongoing from 2010)

Description of assignment: (provide detail and in quantitative terms, add pages if required) Tasks/End

Product/ Deliverables
1. Oversee and review/sign-off on tasks of internal software developers, including feature development for U-Report, EdTrac, MTrac and CVS / Monthly reports by junior developers, signed off on and submitted to head of T4D and Communications
2. Contingent on agreements with MoH, collaborate with Resource Center technical specialists to draft recommendation for standard API data exchange/aggregation for mHealth-related projects / 3-5 page technical recommendations submitted to MoH and T4D, with accompanying clear non-technical explanations for each recommendation
3. Work with internal T4D technical team to establish an integrated and robust diagnostic or early warning system that alerts UNICEF/T4D team of any technical break down in communication between UNICEF systems, SMS aggregators and the Telecoms/ 3-5 page technical documentation of the early warning system. Software code, test coverage and documentation uploaded to github and RapidSMS Google group.
4. Work with internal T4D technical team to establish a robust and integrated systems backup solutions and high availability mirrors/redundancy for internal Unicef hosted systems using leading and reputable technology and techniques / 3-5 page technical documentation of the Unicef T4D systems high availability setup and backup solutions. Software code, test coverage and documentation uploaded to github and RapidSMS Google group.
5. Work with internal T4D team of developers and system administrator to establish robust hosting solution for the U-Report system including fine-tuning the backend PostgreSQL database, query analysis and optimization to greatly improve the responsiveness of the current U-Report application / 3-5 page technical documentation of the new U-Report hosting server including system administration manual, deployment and maintenance guides for the server. Software code, test coverage and documentation uploaded to github and RapidSMS Google group.
6. Coordinate and supervise external consultant in the design and establishment of a Health Patient Tracking system including the piloting of the project in at least 2 districts / 2-3 pages technical recommendations submitted to UNICEF and report on progress of work on works carried out on the Health Patient Tracking system
7. Provide technical guidance and oversight of the development of the 1000 Days mHealth tool, including regular code reviews of any software developed by external parties / 2-3 pages technical recommendations submitted to UNICEF and report on progress of work on works carried out on the 1000 Days mHealth tool
8. Provide technical support to UNICEF ALIVE team with hosting solutions for initiatives including mTrac and 1000 Days / 2-3 pages technical recommendations for hosting of mTrac and 1000 Days mHealth tool submitted to UNICEF 9. Provide technical support to UNICEF ALIVE team with the MoH's eHealth interoperability strategy, including guidance on development of health facility, provider and client registries, and integration of UNICEF systems with external tools including DHIS2 and OpenMRS / 3-5 page technical recommendations submitted to MoH and T4D, with accompanying clear non-technical explanations for each recommendation
10. Coordinate development of API's and software updates to support integration and data sharing between existing UNICEF T4D applications, such as U-report, mTrac, EduTrac and DevTrac / 3-5 page technical documentation of the interoperability and data sharing layers. Sofware code, test coverage and documentation submitted to github and the Rapidsms Google group.
11. Work with the T4D software team and the hardware innovations team to develop and deploy toilet usage and hand-washing tracking module and integrate it in the existing education monitoring system (EduTrac) / 2-3 page technical documentation of the toilet tracking system. Software code, test coverage and documentation submitted to github and the Rapidsms Google group
12. Improve the design and navigation of the current education monitoring system including a thorough cleanup of the data visualization modules and the backend formulae for data aggregation / Software code, test coverage and documentation submitted to github and the Rapidsms Google group
13. Working with the T4D internal software development team and the Unicef LEARNING section, facilitate the roll out of the EduTrac system to 21 more districts on top of the current 14 districts in Uganda / 3-5 page report on the roll out process and lessons learned. Technical documentation detailing recommendations for improvement, sustainability and scalability plan for the EduTrac system
14. Working with the T4D internal software development team, design and deploy data sharing linkages between the Education monitoring system; EduTrac with Emis and DEMIS / 3-5 page technical documentation of the interoperability and data sharing layers. Software code, test coverage and documentation submitted to github and the Rapidsms Google group
15. Sustainability strategy and report to upper management to strengthen UNICEF and partner technical capacity ability to support ongoing and implement new T4D projects, including identification of key outsourcing resources and strategic partnerships / 4-6 page report, with annexes

Payment plan
Monthly payment based on deliverables, certified upon monthly review with supervisor. 5. Other A laptop, desk, phone, unicef.org email address and related standard office supplies will be provided.
For work-related travel, DSA will be paid at the standard rate.
Consultant must provide his/her own insurance

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
Education and experience required:
·         At least 5 years experience with software team management
·         Experience in at least one modern object-oriented programming language.
·         Experience in developing and maintaining applications using a modern web framework.
·         Experience with mobile technology: kannel, IVR, etc. RapidSMS experience a plus
·         Capable of deploying and maintaining software remotely on an Ubuntu Linux server. Knowledge of other distributions is advantageous.
·         Knowledge of development framework in which UNICEF operates, and understanding of the constraints of working in a developing-world environment. This should include experience developing low-bandwidth applications in difficult work environments.
·         Ability to align technical goals with UNICEF strategic goals – that always will mean prioritizing UNICEF’s mission over any particular technology
·         Willing to travel (sometimes on short notice) and develop software in the field, directly with end-users Desired:
·         Experienced in evaluating the technical competency and capacity of other developers and companies
·         Experienced developing software as part of a distributed team using Git or Subversion, especially in an open-source environment
·         Have at least two years of experience developing software in East Africa, and live in the region

How to apply:
Send letter of interest, CV and links to relevant examples of code to ugderecruit@unicef.org

Applications must be received by 7 October 2012

Health & Nutrition Specialist job at the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

Job Title: Health & Nutrition Specialist, P-4, Kampala
Organisation: United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

Job Purpose: Under the general guidance of the Chief, Health and Nutrition (Alive Programme), you will be responsible for the overall management, development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of maternal and newborn health programme in the context of ‘Keeping Children Alive’.

Duties & Responsibilities:
·         Support the development, implementation and financing of detailed sectoral work-plans and budgets for scaling-up of maternal, neonatal Survival interventions through the continuum of care encompassing maternal and new-born nutrition and HIV/AIDS intervention.
·         Formulates and develops integrated facility- and community-based strategies, methodologies and innovative approaches and implements based on results-based approach and Human Rights framework by broad participation and collaboration with internal and external partnership.
·         Establish partnerships for sustained maternal and newborn health and play a convener role in advocating for and leverage resources for a sustainable scaling-up and replication of effective and integrated maternal, neonatal and EMTCT interventions; performance-based financing of districts in the implementation of the Uganda Essential Health Package.
·         Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of maternal and newborn Health programmes in coordination and collaboration with government and other partners.
·         Contribute to the Situation Analysis, its periodic update, and all programme documents to formulate effective Health goals, strategy, and project planning and development, in relation to Maternal and New-born health.
·         Provides in-country technical and operational leadership and guidance to government and non-government organizations at the national, regional and provincial levels in the planning, development and scaling-up key maternal, neonatal survival interventions, including maternal and new-born nutrition and HIV interventions and applicable innovative E-health strategies and linkages with mTrac and U report
·         Undertakes field visits in order to monitor and evaluate maternal, newborn Health programme performance/implementation; identifies problems and proposes remedial action; identifies alternative courses of action, to accelerate/improve efficiency of programme delivery.
·         Plans, organizes and conducts training and orientation activities for government personnel and beneficiaries, for the purpose of capacity building at the central and regional levels, and expansion of coverage of services.
·         In collaboration with the Nutrition and ANC/HIV/AIDS Specialists, develops the work-plan for the maternal and newborn health components of the Child Survival programme and monitors compliance to ensure that maternal and newborn HIV and nutrition intervention are integrated; objectives and targets are met and achieved.
·         Ensures training needs are met, and provides on-the-job training.
·         Coordinates with Operations/Supply staff on supply and non- supply assistance activities.
·         Approves disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and those activities are within established plans of action, and the programme budget allotments.
·         Coordinates activities and exchanges information/ideas with other programmes, to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives.
·         Participates in establishing effective monitoring, information and reporting systems, and in the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation.
·         Participates in the preparation of all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
·         Advanced university degree in Public Health and Nutrition (preferably with specialized training in public health and nutrition planning, maternal, newborn health and nutrition education, health care system management, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunization, or epidemiology), Child Development, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines.
·         Eight years of professional work experience at the national and international levels in planning, programming, implementation monitoring and evaluation of maternal and newborn health and HIV/AIDS programmes relevant to child survival, health & nutrition care.
·         Professional work experience in a managerial position, or a technical expert position in health, nutrition, and newborn survival & health care.
·         Developing country work experience and background/familiarity with Emergency. Fluency in English. Knowledge of another UN language and local language of duty station is an asset
·         A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Competencies:
·         Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
·         Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
·         Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
·         Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
·         Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
·         Analyzes and integrates diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range of sources.
·         Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of individuals across organizational departments.
·         Identifies urgent and potentially difficult decisions and acts on them promptly; initiates and generates team- and department-wide activities.
·         Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation. If you want a challenging career while improving the lives of children around the world UNICEF, the leading children’s rights organization, would like to hear from you.

How to apply:
Visit us at www.unicef.org/about/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and apply to this and other vacancies, quoting E-VN-2012-001420. Applications must be received by 8 October 2012.
Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.
In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Visit us at www.unicef.org/about/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and apply to this and other vacancies, quoting E-VN-2012-001420. Applications must be received by 8 October 2012.