Country Representative Jobs at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in Uganda

 Job Title:   Country Representative, Uganda

Organisation: Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to:  EARO Regional Director

 

About US:

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-profit organization whose commitment is to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas set out by the Bishops of the United States. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

 

Job Summary:   As Country Representative you will lead, manage and advance the programming and operations objectives and the mission of Catholic Relief Services (CRS) to serve the poor and vulnerable. Your strategic leadership will enable you to advance CRS’ reputation and impact while you proactively manage security and mitigate security risks and liabilities.

 

CRS Uganda has a vibrant portfolio of projects, anchored in a new strategy that will take us through 2030, and serving over a million vulnerable Ugandans each year. Sectors currently focus on Food Systems, Health and Social Services Systems Strengthening, Climate Change Adaption and Mitigation, and Emergency Preparedness and Management. Our donors include USAID, USDA, EU, and private foundations and investors. CRS Uganda implements its programs through partnerships with local and international NGOs, Ugandan government departments and ministries, the Catholic Church, and community-based organizations for maximum impact and sustainability. CRS Uganda employs around 130 staff and has its main office in Kampala, with sub-offices in Moroto, Yumbe, Tororo, and Kikuube.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

*Champion and lead the vision, mission and strategy. Lead the design of medium and long-term goals. Ensure program and operations leads coordinate their objectives in alignment with the strategy.

*Ensure that all projects meet and exceed donor expectations and are designed and implemented for maximum impact and reach. Ensure the CRS program quality standards are adhered to per MEAL policy and procedures.

*Effectively manage senior programming and operations talent. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching and mentoring for Head of Operations and Programs. Strategically tailor individual development plans and complete performance assessments for direct reports. Oversee the development of staffing plans for large and complex projects and the recruitment process of senior staff.

*Lead the development of strategic partnerships with national and international organizations that leverages resources, reputation, and expertise in line with CRS partnership principles. Ensure strong representation to key stakeholders, including Church partners, local and national government, US government and international donors.

*Manage and mitigate risk through monitoring national and regional issues that may impact staff and programming. Ensure all staff understand and adhere to CRS staff safety and security policies and plans and ensure the updating of such plans.

*Promote, uphold and model a commitment to the efficient use of agency and donor resources. Ensure compliance in operations functions. Provide oversight and analysis regarding monthly expenditures.

*Lead and direct the pursuit of strategic growth opportunities, prepositioning and capture planning.

*Create and maintain proper conditions for learning. Establish a safe environment for sharing of ideas, solutions, and difficulties and the capacity to detect, analyze and respond quickly to deficiencies. Promote accountability, learning and knowledge management overseeing application of the MEAL policy, as well as cross-sectoral and cross-department learning.

*Promote safeguarding at the country program level. Ensure quality implementation of CRS safeguarding policy and principles across both operations and programs. With support from technical advisors, ensure capacity building efforts and technical guidance to CRS staff and partners, in line with CRS principles and standards, donor guidelines, and industry best practices.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

*The applicant must hold a Master’s degree in international development, International Relations, or a related field.

*Ten or more years of experience managing complex relief and development programs.

*Excellent strategic, analytical, systems thinking, and problem-solving skills, with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment and decisions.

*Excellent relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.

*Team leadership abilities with diverse/multi-disciplinary teams. Coaching/mentoring skills.

*Strong communications and presentation skills; able to develop tailored and persuasive messaging for varied audiences.

*Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented.

 

Preferred Qualifications

*Demonstrated experience successfully managing a variety of complex, high-value projects from multiple international donors, including USAID, EU, Foundations, and UN agencies; understanding of relevant donor priorities and regulations.

*Experience engaging partners and strengthening partnerships. Experience working with Church partners required.

*Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.

*Experience coaching and mentoring senior program staff.

*Ability to represent the agency at high levels.

*Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications, and information and budget management systems.

Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

*Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.

*Acts with Integrity – Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.  Is considered honest.

*Builds and Maintains Trust – Shows consistency between words and actions.

*Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.

*Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

*Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.

*Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.

*Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

 

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in this capacity should apply online at the link below.

 

https://eipn.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/3001193?

 

Deadline: 22nd February 2024

 

Senior Developer Vacancy at YooKatale in Kampala, Uganda

 Job Title:  Senior Developer

Organization: YooKatale

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

 

About US:

YooKatale is a mobile retail and wholesale market for natural and organic foods in Uganda, Africa. We are a customer-centric business that aims to set an industry standard.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should have relevant qualifications

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their updated CVs via Email to: yookatale256@gmail.com

 

Accountant job at Brand Care Limted in Uganda

 Vacancy Title: Accountant

Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, March 06 2024 

About the job:

Company Description:

Brand care Ltd is a private limited company established in 2015 to provide quality Printing, branding and signage solutions to small, medium and large businesses including Government and Non-Governmental Organizations

Role description:

• Financial Recording: Recording financial transactions accurately and timely.

• Financial Analysis: Analyzing financial data to provide insights for decision-making.

• Tax Compliance: Ensuring compliance with tax laws and preparing tax returns.

• Auditing: Conducting internal or external audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

• Financial Reporting: Preparing financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field/

• Certifications: Certifications like Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus

• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills are crucial for interpreting financial data and making informed recommendations.

• Attention to Detail: Accountant must have a keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in financial records and reports.

• Ethical Standards: Upholding high ethical standards is essential in handling sensitive financial information and maintaining trust.

• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills are necessary for presenting financial information to stakeholders.

• Technology Proficiency: Proficiency in accounting software and familiarity with financial systems and tools.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure:

Intrested applicants should send your CV to support@brandcare.org 

Loans Officers Jobs at Platinum Credit (U) Ltd in Nakawa-Uganda

 Vacancy title: Loans Officers-Car Bond Finance

Duty Station: Nakawa

JOB DETAILS:

COMPANY: Platinum Credit (U) Ltd

LOCATION: Nakawa Branch

Job details:

To evaluate and approve loans within loan limit by reviewing applicants’ financial status, credit history and property used as collateral.

Key duties/responsibilities:

• Meet with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and to answer questions about the process.

• Develop prospects from current customers, referral leads, or sales or trade meetings. Identify potential customers.

• Analyze applicants' financial status, credit risk, and collateral to determine feasibility of granting loans.

• Negotiate payment arrangements with customers who have delinquent loans.

• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Required Qualifications and Work Experience:

• A minimum of a Diploma in a relevant field.

• Knowledgeable about Log books/Car bonds.

• Computer knowledge.

• Ability to close sales

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Minimum age 23 years old and Maximum of 30 years old.

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure:

To apply, submit your application, detailed CV and testimonials to the address below;

The Human Resource Manager;

Platinum Credit (U) Ltd

Or

Send your application by Email to: careers@platinumcredit.co.ug 

Deadline: 27th February, 2024

Customer Service Executive Imports job at Fracht Uganda

 Vacancy title: Customer Service Executive Imports

Duty Station: Within Uganda , Kampala, East Africa

JOB DETAILS:

Organization: Fracht Uganda

Location: Kampala Office

Reports to: Manager Imports

Department: Commercial

As our team grows; Fracht Uganda invites applications for a Customs Declaration Executive

Job purpose:

Using your skills and experience to ensure that FRACHT delivers the best and highest possible standards of service to its customers. To ensure maximum customer satisfaction.

Performance Areas/Accountabilities

Key Responsibilities:

.Co-ordinating with Internal and external stakeholders

• Receives information, documents and instructions from clients

• Initiates file openings and document dispatches

• Handles inquiries and preparation of quotations to existing clients

• Verifies confirmed business in relation to the approved quotation

• Checks documents for correctness and completeness

• Co-ordinates all activities with both internal and external stakeholders (Operations and Finance depts, affiliated offices or agents, branch offices, transporters and others)

• Monitors the progress of all ongoing transactions daily

• Prepares and dispatches invoices to Clients

Monitoring and follow up:

• Proactively assess information and documentation required, immediately upon receipt of order or documents for smooth clearance and delivery.

• Follow up for the required or missing information and documentation with the relevant parties

• Periodically coordinate with the Finance department and Clients for payments of due invoices.

• Proactively Inform the clients about due invoices for payment prior to release of incoming shipments, allowing the client to make preparations to pay prior to arrival

Providing Customer care Services:

• Keeps the client informed of the progress of current consignments

• Suggests improvements in work procedures

• Prepares daily, monthly and annual cargo status and review reports

• Provides alternative solutions to challenges that Customers may face while importing or exporting their goods.

• Attend business meetings when requested by Clients

Client Visits:

• Prepares and Submits Client Visit schedules to the head of Customer service

• Following the approved Client visit schedule meet the clients

• Prepare and submit Client Visit reports to management

Reporting

• Reports accidents and any other irregularity with potential financial implication to management immediately once made aware of the incident

• Issues client complaint forms on each complaint and avails them to the head of section for further processing and closing.

Recording:

• Opens and updates files daily

• Ensures that proof of delivery is available on all transport files prior to closure of the file

• Ensures timely updates are done in the electronic cargo tracking system for all shipments handled

Responsibility for assigned adhoc duties

• Performs any other duties that may from time to time be assigned by the immediate supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business/Economics is essential

• A Certificate in Clearing and Forwarding

• A Certificate in Customer Care

• Good computer skills and knowledge

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years working experience in a reputable private firm- preferably a Freight Forwarding Firm

Personal Attributes:

• Effective communication skills

• Ability to effectively work with a team

• Problem solving skills needed to be able to quickly resolve customer complaints and other issues that may arise from time to time

• Possession of interpersonal skills to be able to relate cordially with different classes of people

• Ability to handle stress well

• Ability to listen and pay attention to details

• Possess a pleasant and clear speaking voice, coupled with a fluency in English

• He/she must be highly motivated

• He/she should be open minded and enthusiastic towards excellence

• Possess a fair knowledge on how to use the computer system and its basic application

• Ability to be thorough and extremely analytical

• Possess flexibility and ability to effectively perform multiple functions at a time

• Ability to work under pressure and still meet up with deadlines without making errors

• Possess excellent telephone etiquette

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure:

If you are looking for a professional, dynamic, and supportive work environment, then we definitely want to hear from you. All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit their application letter, CV’S and copies of academic documents merged in one PDF document to recruitment@ug.fracht.com 

Address application to.

The Human Resource Manager

Fracht Uganda SMC Ltd

Plot 104 Katalima Road Naguru

Kampala, Uganda

Applications will be received on a rolling basis.

Deadline is Tuesday 27th February 2024 at 5:00pm

Chemist Trainees x2 Vacancies at CNOOC Uganda Limited

 Job Title: Chemist Trainees x2 at CNOOC Uganda Limited

Job Description

Location: Kampala, Uganda. Mobilized to Albert Lake, construction sites or other cities if required.

Primary function:

Learn oilfield lab tests, chemical management and operations.

Responsibilities:

*Participate in new oil field production commissioning and startup.

*Assist in carrying out chemical selection and optimization to enhance process treatment.

*Learn the Emergency response as per emergency response plan. production

*Learn processes, chemical MSDS and characters and ensure chemical is injected properly. Participate in oilfield lab tests of oil, gas, water and other relative lab tests as required by the operation.

*Participate in oil field corrosion monitoring. report abnormal corrosion and offer advice for corrosion precaution.

*Participate in optimizing chemical on process injection based performance Participate in chemical injection and laboratory equipment normal routine checks, record and PM, report abnormalities to senior operator in a timely manner.

*Participate chemical supplement to ensure onsite chemical sufficient stock.

*Assist in collecting and summarizing chemical information and report in time.

*Ensure the worksite cleanliness and safety is maintained.

*Assist in coordinating and supervising chemical related contractor onsite work.

*Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements:

*Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related Engineering Fields.

*At least 0-2 years’ work experience is preferred with Oil & Gas industry background.

Knowledge:

*Knowledge of chemistry.

*Knowledge of petroleum, oil and gas treatment.

Method of Application:

Please apply through Aldelia Global Manpower website and follow this link https://www.aldelia.com/en/insights/cnooc-ugandaInstructions; • Please note that your CV should include your contact information, qualifications (must Bachelors or above), nationality and 3 references. include a Deadline for receiving applications is Friday 1st March 2024 at 5:00 PM. "Women are encouraged to apply. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace."

Mechanic Trainees x4 Vacancies at CNOOC Uganda Limited

 Job Title: Mechanic Trainees x4 at CNOOC Uganda Limited

Job Description

Location: Kampala, Uganda. Mobilized to Albert Lake, construction sites or other cities if required.

Primary function:

Learn executing oilfield mechanical Equipment operations and participate in oilfield mechanical equipment common maintenance and preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in executing new oil field mechanical commissioning and start-up.

• Assist in collecting mechanical- related issues left out by the engineering unit and follow up. Learn to manage emergency response as per Emergency response plan.

• Participate in operating mechanical equipment, checks and records management.

• Assist in handling mechanical abnormalities and reporting to senior mechanical technicians; cooperate with other departments when necessary.

• conducting routine

• Participate in executing mechanical equipment preventive maintenance as per PM plan.

• Ensure worksite cleanliness and safety is maintained.

• Support in coordinating and supervising

• mechanic-related contractor onsite work.

• Execute instruction from senior mechanic technicians.

• Perform other duties assigned by superiors.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• At least 0-2 years’ work experience is preferred with Oil & Gas industry background.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of mechanical and preventive maintenance.

Method of Application:

Please apply through Aldelia Global Manpower website and follow this link https://www.aldelia.com/en/insights/cnooc-ugandaInstructions; • Please note that your CV should include your contact information, qualifications (must Bachelors or above), nationality and 3 references. include a Deadline for receiving applications is Friday 1st March 2024 at 5:00 PM. "Women are encouraged to apply. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace."