The National Drug Authority (NDA) Jobs For Executive Secretary/Registrar

The National Drug Authority (NDA) is an autonomous body established by the National Drug Policy and Authority Act Cap 206 , Laws of Uganda (2000 Edition) to regulate human and veterinary medicines and other healthcare products. NDA's mandate is to ensure quality, safety and efficacy of Human and Veterinary medicines and other healthcare products through the regulation and control of their production, importation, distribution and use. NDA is now looking for a competent person with required skills, knowledge, attitude and qualifications to fill the position of the Executive Secretary/RegistrarNational Drug Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Title. EXECUTIVE SECRETARY /REGISTRAR Reports To: The Board of Directors Key Responsibilities: • shall be the Accounting Officer and Chief Executive of the Authority • shall provide overall leadership and direction over the management and operations of the Secretariat • shall be the Secretary to the Board meetings • shall ensure the development and implementation of the Strategic / Business Plans of the Authority • shall keep custody of the seal and assets of the Authority • shall carry out such functions as the Authority may assign him/her from time to time Job requirement Key competencies for the Post:- • Foresightedness • Sound judgment and high sense of responsibility • Ability to work under tight deadlines • Proven competency in management and leadership • Excellent communication and advocacy skills Qualification: • Masters Degree in either Pharmacy or Human Medicine or Veterinary Medicine or Dental Surgery with at least a Postgraduate Diploma in Management/ Public Administration, Public Health or other relevant qualifications from recognized Institutions. Experience: A minimum of 10 years experience, with 5 years in a senior managerial position in a reputable organization. Duration of appointment:-The appointment is for a 4 year contract renewable based on performance. Remuneration: Competitive at Scale NDA: 1 Requirement: The applicant must be a member of a professional body. How to apply How to apply:i. Applications in own handwriting, accompanied by a detailed CV, indicating addresses and day time telephone contacts of three Referees should be sent to: Human Resources and Administration Officer National Drug Authority Plot 46-46 Lumumba Avenue P O Box 23096 Kampala, Uganda Tel: 0414 255665/347391/2 ii. Only candidates who meet the specifications indicated for the job will be shortlisted and contacted. iii. Certified copies of the original relevant documents should be attached. Closing date : 15th April 2011

Uganda Registration Services Bureau Jobs Vacancies

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent, and experienced professionals to fill vacancies within its various directorates and departments. Posted On: Monday, 04 April2011 Closing On: Friday, 29 April 2011 Category: Operations Management Duration: Job Description: Preferred Skills: UGANDA REGISTRATION SERVICES BUREAU Vacancy Announcements Publication Date: 1st April, 2011 Application Deadline: 26th April, 2011 Duration of advert: 3 weeks Duty Station: Kampala The Uganda Registration Services Bureau seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent, and experienced professionals to fill vacancies within its various directorates and departments. Preferred Skills: 1. Organizational Profile The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) is established as a Statutory Body under the Uganda Registration Services Bureau Act Cap. 210, Laws of Uganda 2000 Edition. The Bureau is a key player in commercial and civil registrations that facilitate private sector development and vital statistics for national planning. 2. Executive Appointments URSB now seeks to recruit suitably qualified, competent and experienced professionals to fill vacancies within its various directorates and departments. These positions require persons with integrity, dedication, diligence and commitment who are professionals in one or more of the following functional areas:- Business Registration and Liquidation, Intellectual Property Rights Registration and Examination, Civil Registrations, Information Technology, Records Management, Library Services, Policy Planning, Finance and Administration, Human Resource Management, Internal Audit, Procurement, Legal Compliance and Enforcement, amongst others. 3. Employment Terms As a responsible and equal opportunity employer, URSB is committed to providing very attractive employment terms, rich career development opportunity and healthy working environment, over 3 – 5 contract period as applicable, to deserving professionals with the right qualification, skills, competencies and experiences. 4. Job Descriptions Detailed job descriptions, main duties, key outputs, competencies and qualifi cations are posted at the Public Notice Boards of URSB, Ministry of Justice & Constitutional Affairs and Websites of URSB (www.ursb.go.ug) and the Justice Law and Order Sector Secretariat (www.jlos.go.ug) and the advertising service provider. 5. Application Process Interested candidates who fully meet the required job specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to submit their application letter indicating day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses, or both the applicant and three reputable referees, certificates and testimonials, to reach the Bureau not later than three weeks from the date this advert. All applications should be addressed to: The Chairman, Board of Directors, Uganda Registration Services Bureau, Plot 5 George Street, Georgiana House (Formerly AMAMU House) P.O.Box 6848 Kampala Telephone: +256 414 235915/256414233219, Fax: +256 414 250712, Website: www.ursb.go.ug, Email: ursb@ursb.go.ug. 6. Feedback Only successful candidates will be contacted, Any form of canvassing, influence peddling and or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate without any recourse. NB. APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO A CONSULTANT TO BE PUBLISHED IN DUE COURSE