Behavior Change Specialist Job in Uganda at FHI360

Job title: Behavior Change Specialist
City / Location: Kampala
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Company: FHI360

About FHI360
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.

The Behavior Change Specialist/Technical Advisor I will have overall responsibility for technical direction and implementation of behavior change and communication activities, ensuring overall program activities achieve measurable health impacts and related results. She/he will work closely with the COP and the Project’s technical staff, other stakeholders, advertising and media related organizations and the community to ensure effective formative development, planning, delivery and documentation of the water and sanitation social and behavior change strategy. She/he must demonstrate exceptional technical and managerial experience, including managing complex rural and urban WASH behavior change activities involving multiple program partners.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should hold MPH, MBA or engineering field (civil or environmental)
At least 5-8 years of experience providing technical leadership in hygiene behavior change and communication, both for water supply and sanitation activities.
Past experience in coordination, planning, monitoring large scale public health initiatives with government
Subject-matter expertise in hygiene promotion, behavior change communication (BCC), and local capacity building.
Deep knowledge and understanding of CLTS and WASH methodologies
 
How to apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send a cover letter with an updated resume including salary requirements by e-mail to: uganda-info@fhi360.org. Please indicate the job reference in the subject line of your email.
Application Closing date: September 15, 2014 - 5pm

Multimedia Officer Job at Uganda Communications Commission

Job title: Multimedia Officer
Company: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
City / Location: Kampala
Min. years of experience: 1 year
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Reports to: Specialist Content Regulation

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) was established to implement the provisions of The UCC Act 2013 Laws of Uganda with a principal goal of developing a modern communications sub-sector and Infrastructure in Uganda, in conformity with the operationalisation of the Telecommunications Policy.

Brief Job Summary:
The Multimedia Officer will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance by all Multimedia service providers and operators.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct monitoring activities relating to multimedia services;
Establish standards, procedures and ethics for multimedia services;
Carry out research on multimedia trends on different platforms in a converged environment and advise on appropriate interventions
Conduct and report on multimedia service provider inspections to ensure compliance with legislation, license conditions and communication standards;
Assist in development of multimedia licenses and reviewing license applications;
Monitor operations of Internet protocol (IP) based services/IPTV and IP Radio;
Monitor and report on the use of internet content platforms by Ugandan artists in the creative industry;
Monitor ISP compliance with the codes of practice developed by the Commission.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should ideally hold a good Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Telecommunication Engineering, Mass Communication or any related field from a recognized University.
Possess a minimum working experience of at least one (1) year in areas of broadcasting, multimedia and telecommunications.
Knowledge in the use of computer applications is mandatory.
The applicant should understand and hold a wide range of experience in maintenance, usage and knowledge of technical broadcast equipment and appreciates the responsibilities interpreting the broadcasting programmes and facilities;
Demonstrates honesty and willing to work with minimum supervision;
Possesses excellent interpersonal and communications skills.

How to apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications via E-mail to: hrvacancies@ucc.co.ug
Application Closing date: September 10, 2014 - 5pm
NB: Please ensure that all scanned copies of academic and professional credentials and testimonials MUST be attached to the applications. Please note that only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant Jobs In Uganda at (MTAC)

Job title: Administrative Assistant (3 Career Vacancies)
Organization: Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC)
City / Location: Kampala and Mbale
Min. years of experience: 2 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree

Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) is a body corporate under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives; established initially as an ILO/UNDP/GOU Project in 1964 and later, by an Act of Parliament Cap. 29 of 1969. It was established, among other things, to promote industrial and enterprise development.

Brief Job Summary:
The incumbents will offer administrative support to MTAC departments and or Outreach Centre staff and clients.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should hold a good Diploma in Business or Management related courses.
Two or more years of practical administrative support service in a reputable organisation

How to apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their application letters, curriculum vitae and copies of academic and professional credentials should be addressed to: The Human Resource and Administration Manager, MTAC, Plot M175, Jinja Road, Nakawa. P O. Box 4655, Kampala, Uganda. Tel: +256-414-22 10 11/2/3; Fax: +256-414-22 38 53
Application Closing date: September 19, 2014 - 4pm
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted