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Job Title:   Program Officer (GIRL – H Project) – Karenga   

Organisation: Mercy Corps

Duty Station:  Uganda

Reports to: GIRL-H Program Manager

 

About US:

Mercy Corps is an international non-profit organization which implements high-quality, analytical development programmes in very difficult places. Mercy Corps has been operating in Uganda since 2006. It has and continues to implement programs in Acholi and Karamoja sub regions. Mercy Corps is taking a community-led, market driven approach to address poverty and food insecurity needs through interventions that get to the root causes and contributing factors of economic vulnerability.

 

Job Summary:  Under the Program Manager’s direct supervision, the Program Officer will respond to the needs of communities through GIRL-H services. The PO will work with Partners, APOLOU’s Adolescents Coordinator, safe space mentors, and community structures to ensure that eligible adolescent girls and young women (AGYW), and boys are attending weekly life skills and business mentorship sessions. In coordination with the Partner Organization Public-Private Partnerships Officer, and MEL Officer, s/he will ensure that quality and timely safe space services and interventions are delivered to the enrolled AGYW and boys, within scope and targets/he will build and maintain essential relationships with relevant community stakeholders, DLG, partners, and CBOs. S/he will work directly with girl mentors and build their capacity to ensure quality and timely implementation of GIRL activities. The Program Officer will be responsible for ensuring that GIRL-H Partner s implement activities within the agreed project timeframe and approved budget.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Implementation

• Provide leadership and daily oversight for planning and implementation of GIRL-H Activities including mentorship and support supervision to Partners in the Karenga District.
• Support the Program Manager in the development of activity plans and reporting format for activity implementation
• Support the Program Manager in advocacy and maintenance of partnership with the relevant departments of the Local Government at Sub County and District level to elevate GIRL-H objectives.
• Support the Program Manager in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the program activities, by Mercy Corps GIRL-H objectives.
• Contribute to the development of training curriculum, project tools, and IEC materials; facilitate GIRL-H related training for girl mentors
• Supervise the activities and performance of Partners; conduct routine team meetings, adhere to performance reviews timelines, troubleshoot challenges, and standardize implementation approaches.
• Identify and document best practices and failures in the GIRL-H program and provide timely feedback to the Program Manager.
• Work with Finance team to ensure that activity budgets are prepared, and payments processed promptly
• Ensure timely and consistent submission of project reports, success stories, and other relevant data to MEL Officer and the Program Manager (weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports)

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Provide ongoing mentorship to the partner implementation team on data collection processes for completeness, accuracy, and timely submission.
• Oversee the governance structures filling system in the GIRL-H program implementation districts and ensure that information is organized according to the reporting and auditing needs of the program.
• Responsible for data collection including gender and age disaggregated data, data validation, assuring quality control measures, timely data submission in coordination with MEL Officer/team
• Through the field staff, support and mentor community partners and structures on data collection and use.
• Supervise partners in data collection and entry to regularly update the Activity Tracker

Influence and Representation

• Support and coordinate field learning visits from district and sub-county government, partners, and external visitors, such as donors and media, in collaboration with GIRL-H Program Manager and APOLOU Team
• Support the Program Manager in coordination and communication of field activities with other NGOs and local government partners to avoid duplication of services and support an enabling environment for GIRL-H program interventions.
• Build and maintain a productive working relationship with the local Government and Sub Counties, working in unison to develop complementary joint monitoring, evaluation, and adaptive management structures where possible.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant for the Mercy Corps job must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Public Health, Agribusiness, or in a related field
• Three years of related professional experience in adolescent girls programming, youth, women empowerment, or livelihoods.
• Demonstrated skills in data collection, verification, and documentation
• Proven skills in networking, team building, community consultations, and organizational development.
• Excellent reporting, communication, and representation skills
• Willingness to consider new perspectives, promote gender equality and engage in gender training
• Ability to ride a motorcycle and he/she should be in a possession of a valid riding license
• Proven knowledge and capacity in using computer basic applications MS Word, Excel, and internet
• In-depth knowledge of the social, cultural, and economic context of Karamoja is a plus
• Fluency in local languages prevalent within the operational district was assigned (highly desired)
• The ability to communicate effectively, respectfully, and enthusiastically with community structures will be one of the position’s three success factors.
• The second will be the degree to which the Program Officer drives results, producing scheduled outputs at the deadline and to expected quality.
• The third success factor will be the degree to which the officer effectively gathers activity monitoring and evaluation data and utilizes data to inform activity implementation and program learning.

 

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join Mercy Corps in this capacity should apply online at the link below.

 

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Deadline: 25^th March 2022

 

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Job Title: Finance Officer (Fresher Job Opportunities)

Organisation: Marie Stopes International

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Financial Accountant Budget Responsibilities (Y/N) N/A

 

About US:

Marie Stopes Uganda (MSU) is a Non-Government Organisation that strives to offer affordable
reproductive health services through a range of static clinics and outreaches to communities. These services are free for long-term and permanent methods of family planning to the underprivileged communities through our nationwide mobile outreach services. At our static clinics, services are offered at a fee and charges for all services are clearly displayed in all our clinics.

 

Job Summary: The Finance Officer supports the finance team dedicated to the effective and appropriate financial management of the organisation. The finance officer is responsible for ensuring that front end is properly managed, and finance team is supported in terms of information provision at their end. The role will have a critical obligation to work closely with the team to process and post payments on time ensuring that all financial documentation is prepared correctly and filled properly.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Transaction Processing

• Ensure that all documents i.e., accountabilities, statutory payments, mobile money accountabilities etc., have complete paperwork as required by internal policies and donors’ requirements.
• Post transactions into SUN accounting system; these all shall include staff payments, vendor invoices and payments, staff accountabilities, mobile money payments and accountabilities, VSP payments, Beyonic transfers, E-voucher posting and statutory payments.
• Review the monthly payroll and prepare a reconciliation for the month on month changes for approval by the Senior Finance Manager.
• Monitoring of membership fees collection, payment/banking and posting to SUN.
• Prepare and file the monthly statutory returns i.e., NSSF, PAYE and WHT
• Initiate and prepare payments for monthly statutory payments i.e., NSSF, PAYE and WHT

Staff Advances and Accountabilities

• Prepare, reconcile, and disseminate the staff advances report on a weekly basis.
• Reconcile any issues raised by staff members and address these within a week of receiving such issues.
• VT, CBD database management in Beyonic mobile money system. Ensuring that supporting documentation is available.

Account Reconciliations

• Prepare month end account reconciliations for the following accounts; NSSF, URA mobile money accounts.
• Reconcile any other accounts and transactions as may be requested by the Finance Manager.

Roles Relating to the Hospital

• Liaise with hospital accounts team to ensure proper financial records relating to the hospital are kept.
• Ensure that cash and stock management at the hospital adheres to MSI policies.
• All transactions posted are correctly coded, approved and in line with relevant policies.
• All transactions processed and Accountabilities received are posted during the week.
• Payroll reconciliation signed and approved before payroll payment.
• Statutory returns filled before 15th of the subsequent month.
• Monthly taxes and NSSF paid before the 15th of the subsequent month.
• Staff advances report disseminated on a weekly basis.
• Issues raised by staff members are resolved in a timely manner.
• Well maintained financial records
• Stock taking done as per the set timelines

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal applicant must hold a Bachelor of Accounting degree or equivalent is essential.
• Membership Affiliation or enrolled student of a professional accountancy programme for example ACCA, CPA desired
• At least two years’ experience at the level of finance officer in busy environment or an auditor in a reputable audit firm
• Knowledge of internal controls, systems and procedures
• Experience using computerised accounting systems for example SUN, Tally, QuickBooks etc
• Working knowledge of IFRS and or GAAP
• Excellent analytical skills
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Cross functional team player

Personal Attributes

Successful performance at MSI 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 behaviours:

• 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
• MSUG Behaviours and Values
• Team Member Behaviours

Work as One MSI

• You contribute, use, and share accurate data and evidence to improve understanding, insight, and decision-making across MSI, enabling us to maximise our ability to influence others.
• You share relevant knowledge, expertise, and resources to strengthen teamwork and prevent duplication of effort.
• You actively work as part of a team, providing support and flexibility to colleagues, demonstrating fairness, understanding and respect for all people and cultures.
• Show courage, authenticity and integrity
• You hold yourself accountable for the decisions you make and the behaviours you demonstrate.
• You are courageous in challenging others and taking appropriate managed risks.

Develop and grow

• You seek feedback to enable greater self-awareness and provide the same to others in a way which inspires them to be even more effective.
• You manage your career development including keeping your knowledge and skills up to date.

Deliver excellence, always

• You strive to consistently meet and exceed expectations, putting clients at the centre of everything, and implement smarter, more efficient ways of performing your role.
• You build and maintain effective long-term working relationships with all stakeholders and are a true MSI ambassador.

Leadership (For Leaders only)

• You inspire individuals and teams, through situational leadership, providing clear direction.
• You seek and provide opportunities which motivate team members, helping to develop skills and potential whilst strengthening our talent and succession pipeline.
• You are aware of emerging developments in our sector, demonstrating strategic insight about our clients and business and encourage this in your team.
• You articulate a vision of the future which inspires and excites others.

MSI Values

• Mission driven: With unwavering commitment, we exist to empower women and men to have children by choice not chance.
• Client centred: We are passionate about our clients and dedicate our efforts to delivering agreed objectives to the highest possible quality.
• Accountable: We are accountable for our actions and take responsibility for everything we do to ensure long term sustainability and increased impact.
• Courageous: We recruit and nurture talented, passionate, and brave people who have the courage to push boundaries, make tough decisions and challenge others in line with our mission.

 

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the link below

 

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Deadline: 24^th March 2022

 

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Job Title:   Care And Treatment Specialists (2 Job Opportunities)

Organisation: Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB)

Duty Station:  Jinja & Mbarara Regional Offices, Uganda

Reports to:  Regional Team Lead

 

About US:

The Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB) was founded in 1957 as a registered faith based Non-Governmental Organization under the Trustees Incorporation Act (CAP 165) as Registered Trustees of the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau. UPMB brings together Protestant Churches in Uganda involved in Provision of Health Services. It serves as a link between Government and / or Development Partners and UPMB-Member Institutions and provides support to its members through capacity strengthening, coordination, lobbying and Advocacy, public relations and translation of government policies.

 

Job Summary:  The Care and Treatment Specialist will provide technical support to ensure timely and quality accelerated HIV/AIDS service delivery in the supported districts. S/he will participate in the planning, coordination and evaluation of project activities designed to enhance capabilities, governance and functionality of implementing facilities. He/she will coordinate capacity-building efforts to reinforce competencies of care and treatment Specialists and Officers.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance to HIV/AIDS/TB care and treatment for the key thematic areas
• Provide program management and technical support to implementing facilities on Care and Treatment at regional level.
• Design, monitor and report on key activities related to HIV/AIDS/TB Care and Treatment scale up in the implementing facilities.
• Support Mentorship and coaching activities for HCWs in relation to comprehensive HIV/AIDS/TB care and treatment in the Cluster areas.
• Provide on call/distance Technical Assistance support for the handling of complicated cases
• Support Quality Assurance of HIV/AIDS/TB services at facilities and recommend corrective action
• Take lead in documentation of best and promising practices for sharing at District, regional and national forums for program learning and improvement.
• Work with the regional M&E Specialist to compile periodic reports and share them with the Regional Team Lead for onward submission.
• Ensure that all project objectives are met through effective planning and coordination of technical assistance.
• Develop work plans, budgets and narratives for the purpose of project planning for the region Cluster.
• Support design of HIV/AIDS and TB capacity building interventions and monitoring of results in line with the national policy standard guidelines.
• Work with the Health Facilities in the region to ensure effective delivery of HIV/AIDS, TB services to the target populations.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB).
• Active Registration with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council is a MUST.
• A post graduate qualification in Public Health or related field will be an added advantage.
• Additional Training: Specialized training in HIV/AIDS is an added advantage.
• At least five years of HIV/AIDS/TB clinical experience.
• Experience in providing Technical Assistance to large scale HIV/AIDS.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in HIV/AIDS/TB management.
• Good working knowledge of HIV/AIDS/TB programs, strategies, processes and techniques used to plan, develop, implement and evaluate results of HIV/AIDS programs.
• Demonstrated computer skills in MS Office Applications
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Knowledge of USG programming policies and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as needed and with minimum supervision.
• Willingness to abide by UPMB values

 

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the link below

 

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