Supply Chain Officer Jobs at World Vision Uganda.

Job Description:

Vacancy title: Supply Chain Officer

Jobs at: World Vision Uganda (WVU)

JOB DETAILS:
World Vision Uganda (WVU) is a Christian relief, development and advocacy non-government organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We currently work in 43 districts and have 48 Area Programmes implementing projects in health & nutrition, water, sanitation & hygiene (WASH), livelihoods & resilience, education and child protection. World Vision (WV) is committed to the protection of children and adult beneficiaries from exploitation and abuse and will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with these beneficiaries. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
Due to expansion in scope of our programmes, we are now seeking for a qualified and passionate individual willing to share in our vision and join the team in the following role.
Position: Supply Chain Officer
Report to: Supply Chain Manger
Location: Kampala – National Office
Purpose of the position:
To provide Support to world Vision Uganda budget management through strategic sourcing of quality goods and services in a timely manner at the lowest possible cost for clusters and projects in accordance to Supply Chain Management policy and other guidelines to promote child well-being aspirations in line with Our Promise .

Key Outputs/Responsibilities.
• Support the project procurement planning processes in line with the budgets for approval and implementation
• Undertake acquisition processes of goods 4 clusters / projects and services in conformity with the existing policies for the benefit of the users, children and their communities
• Conduct strategic sourcing with negotiated pre priced framework contracts for goods and services in accordance to the set goals
• Upload all contracts into Provision and conduction all procurements in Provision.
• Provide capacity building Provision users.
• To develop, manage Supplier data base and suppliers relationships. Perform Supplier development and conduct annual vendor audit.
• Contribute to the preparation and submission of timely, accurate and relevant Monthly, Quarterly and Annual reports. – Open PO’s contract status and PR status on weekly, monthly quarterly, and yearly

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree of Procurement and Supply Chain Management or CIPs.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar position working with an INGO
• Experience with an engineering background is an added advantage / highly desirable
• Knowledge of generic Supply Chain management systems and forms
• Strong sense of personal integrity and commitment.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Team spirit and problem solving abilities.
• Analytical skills
• Customer care skills
• Negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills

Job application procedure
Use the link below to apply:
https://careers.wvi.org/jobs/uganda/supply-chain/supply-chain-officer/15412 

Application Deadline: 14 October 2020.  

Commercial Sales Channel Lead Jobs at Mariestopes Uganda

 Job Description:

Vacancy title: Commercial Sales Channel Lead

Jobs at Marie Stopes

JOB DETAILS:
The Role
Reporting to Director, Social Business
Reporting to the Director, Social Business the Commercial Sales Channel Lead is responsible for the implementation / control of MS national sales strategy, determining sales regions, establishing goals and quotes, overseeing sales training programs and ensuring that the sales force achieves set revenue and expense targets. Ultimately, s/he will be accountable for MS’s sales performance.
It is particularly important that the post holder is able to sustain a close and collaborative partnership with operational staff in the support office and field, so that project deliverables remain a focus of operational activities. This post holder will be able work productively with the Research, Monitoring & Evaluation, Operations and Social Franchising teams to ensure that programme activities serve the indicators in MS’s M&E framework..

Key Responsibilities
• Develop brand strategies and marketing plans under the guidance of the Managing Director to whom s/he will report.
• Recruit, train, motivate and manage a high quality marketing and sales team to successfully improve the marketing and sales functions.
• Achieve agreed targets by providing hands on leadership, including developing detailing and marketing, organizing events for health providers, managing key client accounts and supervision to all medical representatives and sales staff.
• Ensure the successful launch of new health products.
• Develop positive relations with clients and partners to help objectives.
• Establish and implement a monitoring and management information system, and use the data for analysis to improve strategy, planning and productivity
• Manage and report on all marketing activities and sales targets on a monthly basis.
• Ensure quality customer care and service is accorded to clients to provide for repeat business
• Ensure that the percentage of sales justifies the cost of lead acquisition

Experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse sales team
• Demonstrated ability to achieve sales plans
• Demonstrated ability to professionally develop and coach team members
• Strategy development, project management, problem solving and change management skills
• Solid understanding of healthcare and regulatory requirements and issues
• Exceptional negotiation skills and ability to build positive working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to effectively present information and negotiate with all levels of management
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Family Planning is added advantage

Qualifications and Training (essential/desirable)
• University degree in the relevant field
• Background in pharmaceutical marketing, management and/ or a pharmacist/doctor
• At least five years’ experience in pharmaceutical and sales, preferably in a managerial capacity
• Experience and success in recruiting and retaining a high performance sales team
• Computer literacy (MS Office)

Personal Attributes
Successful performance at MS is not simply defined in terms of ‘what’ people achieve, but equally is about ‘how’ people go about their jobs and the impact that they have on others. We encourage and expect all team members will demonstrate the following behaviors:
• Initiative:
Thinking ahead and taking action to make the most of opportunities by finding the optimum solution
• Innovative:
Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome
• Effective Communication:
Communicating through active listening and good questioning techniques, using appropriate body language, ensuring information is clear and concise.
• Responsive:
Being responsive to changing priorities and demands
• Working Efficiently:
Planning, prioritizing and organizing work to ensure work is accurate and deadlines are met
• Sharing Information:
Sharing information and knowledge whilst maintaining confidentiality
• Focus on Learning:
Taking responsibility for keeping knowledge and skills updated and for seeking opportunities to develop further
• Commitment:
Awareness and understanding of goals, vision and values and how your role impacts on this and going the extra mile to meet role requirements
• Driven:
Drive and determination to deliver results
• Accountable:
Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behaviour you demonstrate
• Embracing Change:
Openness to embracing change within the organisation and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly
• Motivated:
Motivation towards achieving quality results to maximise potential
• Team Player:
Working as part of a team by being supportive, flexible and showing respect for each other

Job Experience: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse sales team

Job application procedure
You’re encouraged to apply for the above positions provided you meet the specified minimum job requirements.
For more details, please refer to the attached job descriptions.
To apply for the positions, Please visit the careers page on our website www.mariestopes.or.ug to submit your application.

The deadline for applications is Thursday, 21st October 2020.

NB: 1. MSUG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER, COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING HUMANITY AND EXPECTS ALL POSITION HOLDERS TO SHARE THIS COMMITMENT.
2. MSUG HAS A WELL GUIDED AND TRANSPARENT RECRUITMENT PROCESS THAT REQUIRES NO PAYMENT FROM ANY CANDIDATE/JOB APPLICANTS/POTENTIAL JOB SEEKERS AS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT.

 

Procurement Officer Jobs at Mariestopes Uganda.

 Job Description:

Vacancy title:
Procurement Officer

 

JOB DETAILS:
The Role
Reporting to the Head Procurement & Logistics, the purpose of this role is to assist in the process that ensures that all procurement of goods and services in Marie Stopes across all activities and departments meets the standards of quality, quantity, time, price and place..

Key Responsibilities
1. Process Purchase Requisition Forms (PRFs) in to Purchase Orders using INFLOW and follow up with vendors for delivery.
2. Organizing and maintain computerized and hard copy procurement files according to established filing systems.
3. Verify invoices and delivery notes by ensuring that they tally with the Purchase Order.
Vendor Management Activities
• Maintain pre-qualified vendor database as authorized.
• Correspond with vendors regarding prices, product availability and delivery.
• Facilitate in product sample approvals by the respective user department where applicable.
Operational Procurement Activities
• Coordinate and schedule meetings with vendors.
• Perform procurement activities relating to review of completeness of PRFs and Request for Quotations (RFQs).
• Take minutes of procurement committee meetings.
• Respond to queries directed to procurement and logistics and escalate where necessary
• Update the weekly procurement tracker and share to all MSIU staff
• Coordinate dispatch of supplies to the warehouse and/or to user departments
• Compile Monthly procurement reports on the following;- PRF’s received, Processing Time for PRF’s, Purchase Orders Issued, Savings made,
• Ensure Compliance to MSI procurement policies and procedures
• Ensure that Value for Money is achieved in all procurements handled through aggressive negotiations, ensuring that goods / services procured are fit for purpose.
• Timely processing of PRF’s received from user departments
• On Time and In Full delivery of goods and services procured.
• Maintain good relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Process supplier invoices, ensuring that right and complete documentation is processed and provided to the Administration and Finance departments to support payments.

Knowledge and Experience
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in the same capacity in a busy organisation
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proficiency in use of MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook and other computer applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels internally and externally
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

Qualifications and Training (essential/ desirable)
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, commerce, procurement from a recognised institution of higher learning, MCIPS or working towards MCIPS

Personal Attributes
Successful performance at MS is not simply defined in terms of ‘what’ people achieve, but equally is about ‘how’ people go about their jobs and the impact that they have on others. There are 13 key behaviours that MS encourages in all employees and they are defined below:
• Initiative
Thinking ahead and taking action to make the most of opportunities by finding the optimum solution
• Innovative
Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome
• Effective Communication
Communicating through active listening and good questioning techniques, using appropriate body language, ensuring information is clear and concise.
• Responsive
Being responsive to changing priorities and demands
• Working Efficiently
Planning, prioritising and organising work to ensure work is accurate and deadlines are met
• Sharing Information
Sharing information and knowledge whilst maintaining confidentiality
• Focus on Learning
Taking responsibility for keeping knowledge and skills updated and for seeking opportunities to develop further
• Commitment
Awareness and understanding of goals, vision and values and how your role impacts on this and going the extra mile to meet role requirements
• Driven
Drive and determination to deliver results
• Accountable
Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behaviour you demonstrate
• Embracing Change
Openness to embracing change within the organisation and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly
• Motivated
Motivation towards achieving quality results to maximise potential
• Team Player
Working as part of a team by being supportive, flexible and showing respect for each other

Job Experience: Minimum of 3 years

Job application procedure:
You’re encouraged to apply for the above positions provided you meet the specified minimum job requirements.
For more details, please refer to the attached job descriptions.
To apply for the positions, Please visit the careers page on our website www.mariestopes.or.ug to submit your application.

The deadline for applications is Thursday, 21st October 2020.

NB: 1. MSUG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER, COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING HUMANITY AND EXPECTS ALL POSITION HOLDERS TO SHARE THIS COMMITMENT.
2. MSUG HAS A WELL GUIDED AND TRANSPARENT RECRUITMENT PROCESS THAT REQUIRES NO PAYMENT FROM ANY CANDIDATE/JOB APPLICANTS/POTENTIAL JOB SEEKERS AS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT.

 

 

Social Media Exective Job at Greenlight Planet in Kampala

 Job Description

Vacancy title:
Social Media Executive

Jobs at:

Greenlight Planet

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala , East Africa

JOB DETAILS:
About the Organisation:
Greenlight Planet is a US venture-backed, award-winning social enterprise driven by a mission to empower under-electrified communities with access to clean and affordable solar lighting. To date, more than 3 million households in low-income off-grid communities use Greenlight's Sun King™ line of solar home lighting solutions..

Job Description:
The Call Centre Agent, Social Media will work closely with sales and marketing department in developing and implementing our social media strategy in order to increase our social media presence and improve our marketing and sales efforts. Recruitment for this position is part of a very special project called the Off-Grid Talent Initiative, run by Shortlist in partnership with UKAID and the Carbon Trust. If you are hired for the position, not only will you join your new company but you will also become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders’ Community. This includes mentorship, peer network support, online training and other exclusive resources, as well as follow up over the length of your contract. Apply today, begin a career in the renewable energy industry with your new company, and become a part of the OGTI
Clean Energy Leaders..

Key Responsibilities:
● Responding to customers regarding their Social Media messages to improve their experience with Sun King products and services
● Resolving customers’ product issues
● Following up on incoming leads and working on converting them to sales
● Adapting the brand voice and communicating with social media followers and customers through channels including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
● Providing excellent customer service with great attention to detail in both written and audio responses
● Offering advice and product knowledge to an engaged customer base
● Following up with customers through email and phone as needed
● Brainstorm campaigns
● Prepare reports based on analytic findings

Does this sound like you?

● Clear thinking/problem-solving ability
● Should be flexible, willing to stretch and achieve over and above base expectations
● Strong phone and verbal communication skills along with active listening

Years of experience: 0-2

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
If interested, please click here . Alternatively, you can copy and paste this link your browser to apply for the job: https://jobs.shortli.st/2FSrzKE 

Application Deadline: 17^th October 2020.

Customer Service Executive at Greenlight Planet in Kampala

 Vacancy title:

Customer Service Executive

Jobs at:

Greenlight Planet

JOB DETAILS:
About the Role:
Greenlight Planet is a US venture-backed, award-winning social enterprise driven by a mission to empower under-electrified communities with access to clean and affordable solar lighting. To date, more than 3 million households in low-income off-grid communities use Greenlight's Sun King™ line of solar home lighting solutions..

Job Description:
The Customer Service Executive will work closely with the Operations and Sales teams to serve existing and potential customers by providing product and service information while resolving product issues effectively.
Recruitment for this position is part of a very special project called the Off-Grid Talent Initiative, run by Shortlist in partnership with UKAID and the Carbon Trust. If you are hired for the position, not only will you join your new company but you will also become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders’ Community. This includes mentorship, peer network support, online training and other exclusive resources, as well as follow up over the length of your contract. Apply today, begin a career in the renewable energy industry with your new company, and become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders.

Key Responsibilities:
● Managing large amounts of inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner while following laid down procedures, guidelines, policies and “scripts”;
● Resolving product or service queries in a timely manner by identifying customer needs, clarifying information, analyzing cause and expediting resolution;
● Conducting product and service quality surveys with customers and recording feedback from time to time;
● Generating leads for the sales team by screening callers and identifying potential sales opportunities;
● Supporting the collection of payments by regularly contacting dormant and defaulting customers;
● Building repeat sales and retention through strong customer relationships by focusing on the customer wants and needs;
● Working with multiple sales teams and cross-functional teams seamlessly;

Does this sound like you?
Must-haves:
● Good communication skills with fluency in both written and spoken English
● Local language preferences -Lunyole, Lugbar, Ateso, Lumasaba, Alur, and Rukonju.
● Strong interpersonal skills
● Maximum 2 years experience in a similar role
● Basic Microsoft- Excel skills

Nice-to-haves:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Business-related courses - Sales, Marketing or Customer Service Management

Years of experience: 0-2

Job application procedure
If interested, please click here . Alternatively, you can copy and paste this link your browser to apply for the job: https://jobs.shortli.st/30404EL

Application Deadline: 17 October 2020.

Telesales Call Centre Agent at Greenlight Planet in Kampala

Job Description

Vacancy title:
Telesales Call Centre Agent

Jobs at:

Greenlight Planet

Deadline of this Job:
17 October 2020  

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Kampala , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, September 23, 2020, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About the Organisation:
Greenlight Planet is a US venture-backed, award-winning social enterprise driven by a mission to empower under-electrified communities with access to clean and affordable solar lighting. To date, more than 3 million households in low-income off-grid communities use Green light’s Sun King™ line of solar home lighting solutions..

Job Description:
Greenlight Planet is looking for an enthusiastic Telesales Representative to contribute in generating sales for their company. The candidate will be responsible for closing sales deals over the phone and maintaining good customer relationships.
Recruitment for this position is part of a very special project called the Off-Grid Talent Initiative, run by Shortlist in partnership with UKAID and the Carbon Trust. If you are hired for the position, not only will you join your new company but you will also become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders’ Community. This includes mentorship, peer network support, online training and other exclusive resources, as well as follow up over the length of your contract. Apply today, begin a career in the renewable energy industry with your new company, and become a part of the OGTI Clean Energy Leaders.

Key Responsibilities:
● Contacting potential or existing customers to inform them about a product or service using scripts
● Answering questions about products or the company
● Asking questions to understand customer requirements and close sales
● Direct prospects to the field sales team when needed
● Enter and update customer information in the database
● Take and process Product quantity in an accurate manner
● Handle grievances to preserve the company’s reputation
● Go the “extra mile” to meet sales quota and facilitate future sales
● Keep records of calls and sales and note useful information

Does this sound like you?
Desired Characteristics:
● Proven experience as telesales representative or other sales/customer service role
● Maximum two years experience in a similar role
● Proven track record of successfully meeting sales quota preferably over the phone
● Good knowledge of relevant computer programs (e.g. CRM software) and telephone systems
● Ability to learn about products and services and describe/explain them to prospects
● Excellent knowledge of English
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Cool-tempered and able to handle rejection
● Outstanding negotiation skills with the ability to resolve issues and address complaints
● Ability to remain calm under pressure
● Professional tone

Nice-to-haves:
● A Degree is a plus

Years of experience: 0-2

Job application procedure
If interested, please click here . Alternatively, you can copy and paste this link your browser to apply for the job: https://jobs.shortli.st/3kHuXH8 

Application Deadline: 17^th October 2020.

SAP Young Professional Program (Several Fresh Graduate Jobs) at SAP in Kampala

 

Job Title:   SAP Young Professional Program (Several Fresh Graduate Jobs)

Organisation: SAP  

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda 

About US:

SAP started in 1972 as a team of five colleagues with a desire to do something new. Together, they changed enterprise software and reinvented how business was done. Today, as a market leader in enterprise application software, we remain true to our roots. That’s why we engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality and spread opportunity for our employees and customers across borders and cultures.

SAP values the entrepreneurial spirit, fostering creativity and building lasting relationships with our employees. We know that a diverse and inclusive workforce keeps us competitive and provides opportunities for all. We believe that together we can transform industries, grow economics, lift up societies and sustain our environment. Because it’s the best-run businesses that make the world run better and improve people’s lives.

About the Young Professional Program:

The Young Professional Program is a free initiative delivered by the SAP Training and Development Institute. The program, which lasts for 3 months, is designed to give recent graduates the certifications and soft skills required to begin a career as an SAP Associate Consultant. At the end of the training, SAP TDI will work very closely with the YPP graduates to introduce them to a host of opportunities with SAP customers and partners to work as an SAP

Job Summary:  The role of an SAP Consultant can be divided into 2 functions: Functional and Technical. This program will be training Functional Consultants within SAP Functional Consultants work with customers to understand their business requirements and translate them to detailed technology solutions. 

Certification Information

This program will be training you to become a Functional Consultant within:

Business Process Integration with SAP S/4 HANA

https://training.sap.com/certification/c_ts410_1909-sap-certified-application-associate---business-process-integration-with-sap-s4hana-1909-g/

SAP Activate Methodology

https://training.sap.com/certification/c_activate12-sap-certified-associate---sap-activate-project-manager-g/

How you benefit:

·        Start your journey to become an SAP Consultant;

·        Gain globally-recognised associate-level SAP Certifications;

·        Learn directly from SAP experts;

·        Experience classroom and workshop-based training in SAP Technologies;

·        Develop the soft skills needed to prepare you for successful job applications;

·        Benefit from introductions to job opportunities within the SAP Ecosystem to help secure a position after the training. Please note this program does not guarantee you a job at the end of it.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·        Candidates must have the legal right to work in Uganda;

·        The ideal candidates must be currently unemployed or employed in a part time/non-permanent role not related to career aspirations;

·        Candidates must be educated to at least Bachelor level in a field related to Business Administration / Management Information Systems / Industrial Engineering / Finance / Accounting/ Information Systems/ Information Technology;

·        Candidates will preferably have graduated within the last 3 years with a GPA in the top quartile – proof of this may be requested;

·        Candidates must have a keen interest in starting an SAP-related career involving travel;

·        Candidates should be fluent in English, both written and spoken;

The program will commence mid- November 2020 and full-time availability from 9am – 6pm from Monday - Friday throughout the training period is essential. The Program will last for 3 months. Due to the spread of Coronavirus this training will take place online in a virtual live classroom format. Please ensure you have strong enough internet at home to be able to participate in this program.

What we Offer:

Success is what you make it. At SAP, we help you make it your own. A career at SAP can open many doors for you. If you’re searching for a company that’s dedicated to your ideas and individual growth, recognizes you for your unique contributions, fills you with a strong sense of purpose, and provides a fun, flexible and inclusive work environment – apply now.

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below.  Please share an English version of your resume while applying for this program

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