Standardisatin Strategy Implementation Coordinator In Pravate Sector Foundation

PSFU seeks an individual consultant with broad based, hands on international experience in: Development of policies, regulations, procedures and instructions facilitating implementation of strategies in developing countries.
Posted On: Closing On:	Monday, 22 February 2010 Thursday, 08 March 2012
Category:	Consulting Services
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Job Description:	THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA SECOND PRIVATE SECTOR COMPETITIVENESS PROJECT (PSCP II) PRIVATE SECTOR STANDARDISATION STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION COORDINATOR CREDIT NUMBER: 3975-UG PROJECT ID NUMBER: P083809 REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (RE-ADVERTISED) The Government of Uganda has received fi nancing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Second Private Sector Competitiveness Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consultant services. The consultant will be based at the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) and will work as Coordinator for the implementation of the National Standardisation Strategy that has been developed for Uganda. The Project seeks an individual consultant with broad based, hands on international experience in: Development of policies, regulations, procedures and instructions facilitating implementation of strategies in developing countries. The services include: i. Develop work plans including objectives, activities, output and budgets for the national standardization strategy implementation under the Private Sector Competitiveness Project II. ii. Provide technical input in to the national standardization strategy implementation in Uganda iii. Develop and implement a national coordination mechanism including managing a national standardization forum to enhance cooperation and coherence within the national standardization system iv. Participate in the review of various policies and legislations conferring mandates on standards and conformity assessment institutions in order to enhance the standards and conformity assessment infrastructure. v. Coordinate the implementation of a laboratory plan to enable collaborative networking between the public and private sector laboratories and create a sustainable framework for provision of laboratory services vi. Coordinate the review and restructuring of Uganda’s standards development infrastructure, processes and tools in order to enhance industry competitiveness in line with national objectives, interests and priorities vii. Oversee the development and implementations of key regulatory tools for the effective implementation of the national standardization strategy in Uganda viii. Advice the project management and stakeholders on budgetary provision for the implementation of the national standardization strategy and develop innovative funding mechanisms to attract funding from various sources (in the public, private and development partners). ix. Coordinate the development and implementation of the awareness strategy under the standardization strategy x. Promote the adoption and the use of standards in public policy and legislation to foster business competitiveness and protection of public health, safety and the environment. xi. Coordinate the setting up national certifi cation systems to provide industry with a means to assure conformity to market requirements xii. Liaise with the Ministry of Trade, Tourism and Industries (MTTI) in establishing a national accreditation system to provide confi dence in the national competences in conformity assessment infrastructure in line with market requirements xiii. Coordinate the design, development and implementation of capacity building actions within the stakeholders to facilitate adoption, implementation and monitoring of standards conformance issues xiv. Coordinate and direct the usage of the project equipments, including the vehicle, procured for implementation of the strategy xv. To carry out other activities and duties necessary for national standardization strategy implementation xvi. Submit regular reports to the project management and stakeholders on the progress in the implementation of the strategy 1. The Second Private Sector Competitiveness Project now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested consultants should posses the following minimum qualifications: i) A Masters degree from an accredited university in any of the following disciplines:, physical sciences, biological sciences, engineering, economics, or other related professional area ii) At least 10 years of practical experience in the Standards and conformity assessment sector iii) At least 05 years of experience in working with governments and the private sector in policy design and implementation as well as business promotion. iv) Experience in the development and implementation of regulatory and conformity assessment systems v) The coordinator shall also have good communication and coordination skills. vi) The Coordinator shall report to the Deputy Executive Director (Technical) at Uganda National Bureau of Standards and liaise with the Ministry of Tourism, Trade and Industry (MTTI) and the PSCP II Secretariat at the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU). 2. The Coordinator will initially be offered a one year contract renewable for another year based on performance and progress of the implementation of the strategy. 3. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (Current Edition) 4. Interested consultants may obtain further information from the Procurement Specialist at the address below during offi ce hours i.e. 8.30am-5.00pm. 5. Expressions of interest must be delivered to the reception on the ground fl oor at the address below by 5.00 pm on the 8th day of March 2010 The Executive Director Private Sector Foundation Uganda, Attention: Mr. Gideon Badagawa Plot 43 Nakasero Hill Road, P. O. Box 7683, Kampala, Uganda Tel: 256-41-230956/342163/230985 Fax: 256-41-259109, E-Mail: skanagwa@psfuganda.org.ug
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Justice Law & Order Sector (JLOS) Uganda Jobs For Technical Advisor - Transitional Justice.

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Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs
Posted On: Closing On:	Monday, 28 June 2010 Friday, 23 July 2010
Category:	<>
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Preferred Skills:	Justice Law and Order Sector Expression of Interest Technical Advisor – Transitional Justice The Justice Law and Order (JLOS) is in the process of re-building the justice structures in the conflict affected areas and developing an appropriate policy and legal framework for accountability, reconciliation and the transition from conflict to peace in Uganda JLOS wishes to recruit an International Technical Advisor for Transitional Justice who will be responsible for providing programme management support, policy and planning and technical advice to ensure the successful development of an appropriate transitional justice system in Uganda within the framework of JLOS. The Technical Advisor will be responsible for policy formulation, planning and monitoring the implementation of transitional justice programmes; provision of technical advice to JLOS Structures, capacity building, fund raising and preparing periodic reports to JLOS and Government. The detailed job description can be obtained on http://www.jlos.go.ug The Technical Advisor will report to the Senior Technical Advisor, Justice, Law and Order Sector. Required Qualifi cations: - Post-graduate degree (legal background preferred); - 7-10 years experience in post confl ict and transitional environments, with local or internationalorganizations; - Prior experience in other African Countries implementing transitional justice mechanisms; - In-depth knowledge of transitional justice and expertise on the Rome Statute; - Prior experience with devising strategiesin linking various transitional justice mechanisms; - Experience in working on human rights issues or with victim; - Managerial experience; - Fundraising experience; - Good networking abilities; - Excellent writing skills; Interested applicants may send a letter of application, copies of testimonials and Résumé (indicating telephone number and e-mail address) to be received not later than 5.00 p.m. (EAST) on the (date) to: The Solicitor General, Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Forth (4th) Floor, Queens Chambers, Parliament Avenue P.O Box 7183, Kampala, Uganda Applications can also be emailed to: pgadenya@gmail.com Deadline is 23rd July 2010

Kisoro District Service Uganda Job Vacancies Recruiting For Principal Health Inspector

The following vacant posts which exist in Kisoro Town Council, Kisoro District.
Posted On: Closing On:	Monday, 28 June 2010 Wednesday, 28 July 2010
Category:	Administrative and Support Services
Duration:
Job Description:	The following vacant posts which exist in Kisoro Town Council, Kisoro District. Applications should be submitted in triplicate on PSC Form No. 3(2008) to the Secretary, Kisoro District Service Commission P.O Box 123, Kisoro to be received not later than Wednesday, 28th July 2010. The application forms are obtainable from the Public Service Commission Offices, Farmers’ House, 2nd Floor, Kampala and also from District Service Commission Offices. Handwritten applications are also acceptable. Applications should bear the title of the post, reference number specified against each vacancy. Applicants should attach a set of 3 photocopies of their certificates plus 3 recent certified passport size photographs. Those already in service should route their applications through their Heads of Department whoshould be informed of the closing date to avoid delay.
Preferred Skills:	POST: PRINCIPAL HEALTH INSPECTOR. NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 01 (One) Vacancy. REF.NO: DSC/156/01/2010 SALARY SCALE: U3. Person S

National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) Job Vacancy For Human Resource & Administration Officer, Accounts Assitant, Stores assitanA

The Director Buginyanya ZARDI, invites suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the positions of Human Resource and Administration, Stores Assistant, Accounts Assistant.
Posted On: Closing On:	Monday, 12 July 2010 Friday, 30 July 2010
Category:	Operations Management
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Preferred Skills:	BUGINYANYA ZONAL AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (ZARDI) JOB OPPORTUNITIES Buginyanya ZARDI is one of the Public Agricultural Research Institute established by the National Agricultural Research Act, 2005. The institute is mandated to conduct applied and adaptive agricultural research in the South Eastern Agro-Ecological Zone of Uganda under the policy guidance of the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO). The Director Buginyanya ZARDI, invites suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following positions at the institute. 1. Job Title: HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER. (1 post) Duty Station: Buginyanya ZARDI, Sironko Salary Scale: UR 5(i) Tasks and Responsibilities: Participating in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic human resource management plans and budgets. Coordinating the recruitment and selection process and serving as secretary to the appointment committee. Monitoring the performance of staff to ensure attainment of set performance targets and specifically evaluating performance of staff under-going probation in order to determine their suitability for confirmation in employment. Developing, coordinating and implementing effective strategies for improving workplace relations in order to gain employee commitment and improved morale. Overseeing the implementation of an effective human resource management information system for monitoring, tracking and evaluating employee activities. Assessing training needs of staff as well as developing and implementing on the job-training programmes. Supporting the Director to execute administrative functions including fleet, assets and office management. Performing any other duties assigned to you by the Director. Minimum Qualifications and Experience. Applicants should possess a good University degree with Human Resources Management offered as a major subject with at least five years experience in human resource management and or administration gained from a reputable institution. Possession of a Post Graduate Diploma or higher qualification in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage. 2. Job Title: Stores Assistant (1 Post) Duty Station: Buginyanya ZARDI, Sironko Salary Scale: UR 6 Tasks and Responsibilities: Receive and verify incoming supplies in conjunction with internal audit. Check all incoming supplies against order Put supplies in proper safe stock location Issue supplies from store and execute proper forms Take periodic stock counts in line with set standards Maintain generally accepted storekeeping standards governing categorization billing and records. Liaise with Procurement Unit on replenishment and acquisition of materials in respect to lead times and delivery details. Advise Management on unserviceable, obsolete and unwanted materials in store with the view of disposing of the same. Minimum Qualifications and Experience A Diploma in Stores Management or equivalent obtained from a recognised institution with at least a minimum of 3 years experience in a reputable organisation or Government Department. Must have compu-ter knowledge. 3. Job Title: Accounts Assistant (1 Post) Duty Station: Buginyanya ZARDI, Sironko Salary Scale: UR 6 Receiving cash or banker’s cheques, recording financial transactions, counting money to verify amounts and issuing receipts for funds received. Recording and computing total funds collected with amounts of currency in register to verify balances. Preparing bank deposit slips in order to ensure that all collections are promptly banked in accordance with accounting procedures. Compiling, sorting and checking payment instructions to ensure calculations are correct and supported by receipts and other accounting documents before posting details of financial transactions. Receiving monthly operational funds and ensuring that cheque is endorsed by authorised person before banking. Disbursing cash and writing vouchers and cheques in order to make payment against specified expenditures requisitions. Preparing cheque payments and refund claims and ensuring that payments are made against verifiable accounting documents. Posting data and balancing accounts as well as compiling collections, disbursements and bank reconciliation reports. Maintaining complete records of all financial transactions such as payment vouchers, receipts and other documents in accordance with accounting procedures. Reconciling the cashbook with bank statements and checking balances against verifiable documents on a monthly basis. Preparing monthly revenue, expenditure returns, financial state-ments and reports to cover specified periods. Minimum Qualifications and Experience A Diploma Accounts or Diploma in Business Studies or equivalent obtained from a recognised institution with at least a minimum of 3 years experience in a reputable organisation or Government Department. Must have computer and accounting skills. Duty Station: Buginyanya Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute – Sironko Reporting: All staff will report to the Director of Research. Tenure of Office: Four years contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance. Age: Candidates should not be above 45 years of age. Application procedure Interested persons with the above requirements should submit hand-written applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephone numbers and names and addresses of 3 (three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and transcripts to the undersigned not later than 5.00 p.m on 30th July 2010 (Date). Applicants are advised to quote the post and institute applied for. The Director Buginyanya Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute P.O.Box 1356, MBALE N.B The advert may also be viewed on the NARO website www.naro.go.ug

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