Earn Over 88m Annually as Head of Corporate Services at British High Commission (BHC) and The Department for International Development (DFID)

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Organisation: British High Commission (BHC) and The Department for International Development (DFID)
Salary:  The annual gross salary range for the position is from UGX 88,940,806/- to UGX 126,449,977/-
About BHC and DFID:
The British High Commission (BHC) and The Department for International Development (DFID) are seeking to recruit a dynamic, experienced and adaptable individual to join their team. The individual will lead a large and diverse team to deliver the key corporate service functions of the UK Government’s operations in Uganda. This is a challenging job but one that provides the incumbent with the opportunity to engage with and influence senior management, shape future polices and improve the delivery of key services. It will test and strengthen the individual’s leadership and management skills and provide a real opportunity for personal and professional development.
Job Summary: The Head of Corporate Services will be part of the Senior Management Team and provide leadership and management of the Joint Management Unit (JMU).
They will be responsible for the full range of corporate service functions including the effective implementation of human resource strategies, estates, finance, procurement and transport policies. The JMU was established in 2011, bringing together two previously separate corporate services teams serving the BHC and DFID respectively. Its objective is to support the delivery of the UK Government’s operations in Uganda by providing effective and responsive corporate support services in line with best practice and value for money.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
  • To lead, integrate and motivate a team of approximately 40 staff to ensure the delivery of high quality services.
  • To work with the Human Resources Team Leader to ensure that Departments within the Mission have the resources and policies needed to deliver their business objectives.
  • To work with the Estates Team Leader to manage and maintain a large Estate (Offices and
  • Residential) and to provide a range of office services including security and health and safety.
  • To work with the Finance Team Leader to oversee the contracting and procurement operations, ensuring corporate compliance and demonstrating value for money.
  • To manage the joint administrative budgets (in the region of £4.5 million) including the forecasting and development of realistic and responsible resource allocation bids.
  • To ensure effective financial control systems and procedures are in place across the office.
  • To oversee the IT and Information Systems, including effective implementation and compliance with security information policies.
  • To engage with key stakeholders in Uganda and the UK to ensure that a high quality of service is provided and maintained.
  • To provide regular updates to senior management colleagues and relevant stakeholders on JMU operations and progress.
  • To engage with colleagues across the network on broader policy reforms and consider what impact they may have on the JMU (e.g. regionalisation).
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
  • A Bachelors Degree or equivalent, preferably in Management or Administration.
  • Significant experience (at least five years) in a senior leadership/ management role, or equivalent.
  • Experience of public sector organisations, including other similar organisations.
  • A relevant Masters Degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification would be an advantage.
  • Change management experience.
  • Strong background in corporate services/ management.
  • Strong financial and human resource management knowledge and experience.
  • Proven track record of delivering results and managing multiple priorities.
  • The ability to lead and operate as part of a diverse team.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent written and spoken English.
  • Resilience and adaptability.
Personal Competencies:
  • Managing and Developing Staff
  • Communicating and Influencing
  • Delivering Results
  • Problem Solving and Judgement
  • Working with Others
  • Strategic Awareness
How to apply:
If you are suitable for this position please e-mail your CV, a completed Positive Action Approach form (to be obtained from the websites below) and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the post and how you meet the above competencies, with 3 work-related referees to the following email address:
Clearly mark in the subject field: “BHC/DFID Head of Corporate Services”. Attachments should not be more than 2 MB.
For more information about this vacancy and to obtain
a copy of the positive action approach form visit;
www.gov.uk/world/uganda or
https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/dfid-uganda/about/recruitment
While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interview will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
Due to the security clearance requirements for this position, the successful candidate will need to be willing to undergo relevant security and background checks.
The British High Commission and DFID Uganda are equal opportunity employers. We welcome all applicants, irrespective of race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, creed, beliefs or age. Selection is based on merit.
Applicants must be legally authorised to work in Uganda.
Deadline:  Friday, 26th April 2013 at 17:00 Hrs
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