Job opportunity for Branch Control Manager at Stanbic Bank
Job Title: Branch Control Manager-Mubende
Organisation: Stanbic Bank
Duty Station: Uganda
Job ID: 13515
About US:
Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited is a subsidiary of Stanbic Africa Holdings Limited which is in turn owned by Standard Bank Group Limited (“the Group”), Africa’s leading banking and financial services group. The Standard Bank Group is the leading banking group focused on emerging markets. It is the largest African banking group ranked by assets and earnings. Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited is the largest bank in Uganda by assets and market capitalization. It offers a full range of banking services through two business units; Personal and Business Banking (PBB), and Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB).
Job Summary: The Branch Control Manager will support the Stanbic Mubende branch in the oversight of the routine compliance, bank assets, physical security of the branch and staff
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Customer Service:
· The incumbent will deploy sufficient staff to meet the fluctuating demands of customers
· Maintain sufficient branch cash holdings for both vault and ATMs in all currencies
· The jobholder will also suthorize customer instructions for processing
· Action referrals within limit in a timely manner and in accordance to laid down procedures
· Investigate and respond to posting queries including but not limited to salaries, EFTs, and RTGs
· Receive posted cheques under POD; checks, signs, and keeps them under key and lock in the briefcase awaiting clearing. Keep over night unspotted cheques under lock and key.
· Keep adequate reserve stock of blank forms
· Maintain availability of the system by following up on equipment breakdowns such as generators, UPS, CCTV, computers, counting machines and UV lights
· The job holder will manage Service Level Agreements for service providers (including but not limited to maintenance of premises, maintenance of generators, system maintenance, servicing of air conditioners, servicing of equipment and minor branch repair works)
· Satisfactory customer survey feedback
2. Sales: Support bank sales activations through lead generations
3. Risk and Control:
· Serve as the main custodian of all Branch assets including their security, usage and maintenance
· Adhere to Cash In Transit policies and procedures
· Cross check all postings going to the clearing house against the schedules and securing that they are under lock and key
· The job holder will also manage the key holding and physical access control
· Positive audit and compliance report findings
· Drive adherence to the Sales High 5 standards by the sales staff and allocate individual sales/campaign targets as per set budget
· Develop the Branch’s sales plan and execute the plan according to agreed activities/action plans
· Translate sales plan and targets into meaningful sales scorecard at branch/individual level
· Supervise the sales team’s daily performance against target and manage the Branch’s sales tracking system/sales board
· Implement marketing campaigns and product launch strategies
· Manage sales team customer visits to drive customer retention and sales productivity; and follow through with issues raised in the call reports
· Understand and keep up to date with the changes and developments in the local market/area
· Optimize sales across all the bank’s product offerings
· Accountable for all KYC compliance within the branch
· Accountable for credit and operational risk in account opening and loan processing for the branch (i.e. funded accounts, account segmentation and styling)
· Actively monitor and manage the loan portfolio for the branch and maintain agreed NPL levels
· Responsible for the following reports: account opening and closure report, SVS, dormant accounts, account reactivation, amendments, account transfers and account grading
· Quickly respond to and follow through all sales audit/risk issues raised by auditors within agreed time lines and laid down procedures
· Accountable for the archiving of sales records for the branch
4. People Management:
· Agree performance contracts for direct reports and provide monthly performance feedback in order to maintain performance at required levels
· Arrange for training for direct reports in line with personal development and talent development plans (i.e. On-the-job, classroom based, attachments, job rotations)
· Manage succession planning and identify key talent
· Manage the handover process in accordance with laid down procedure
· Manage the on-boarding and probation process for new and existing employees
· Plan for utilization of leave for direct reports while maintaining quality customer service
· Participate in the recruitment of the sales team
· Coach the members of the sales team to deliver in accordance with the sales and service standards
· A member of the Branch disciplinary management committee
· Performance contracts signed off within set times
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The Branch Control Manager should hold a good Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies or a related field from a recognized university
· At least three years’ experience in Branch banking operations
· Branch control and risk management experience preferable
· Previous experience managing people
· Broad working knowledge of the regulatory environment governing financial services in Uganda
· Strong knowledge of the Banks’ policies, procedures and practices
· Detailed knowledge and understanding of the branch network and interface between frontline service, responsive sales and support functions
· Working knowledge of transaction processes relevant to products and services offered to customers
· Working knowledge of the Bank’s operating systems and controls
· Excellent analytical skills
· Good decision making skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Good problem solving skills
· People management skills
· Conflict resolution skills
How to Apply: All candidates who wish to join the one of Africa’s biggest Banking Groups, Standard Bank in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to Apply Online by clicking here.
Deadline: 21st October, 2015
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Job for Associate Attorney at International Justice Mission
Job Title: Associate Attorney
Organization: International Justice Mission (IJM)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: IJM Training Coordinator
About US:
The International Justice Mission is a global organization that protects the poor from violence throughout the developing world. International Justice Mission partners with local authorities to rescue victims of violence, bring criminals to justice, restore survivors, and strengthen justice systems.
The International Justice Mission (IJM) Uganda is working to eliminate property grabbing in Uganda by bringing rescue and restoration to individual victims, accountability to their perpetrators, and transformation to the public justice system as a whole.
Job Summary: The Associate Attorney will be part of IJM’s Systems Reform team, you will have the opportunity to develop and participate in trainings for public justice system leaders, influence the church and educate the public on how to protect widows and orphans from property grabbing, and implement efforts to reform the public justice system.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Training and Logistics:
· Carry out legal research and develop curricula for public education and public justice system official training.
· Manage logistics for public justice system trainings.
· Assist with and participate in the training of Police Officers, LC Leaders, Civil Servants, church and community leaders, and members of the general public.
2. Advocacy and Education:
· Organize meetings with public justice officials, local leaders, and power actors.
· Educate audiences on the causes, costs, and consequences of property grabbing.
· Represent IJM in public speaking engagements, meetings, and publicity events.
· Support IJM in advocacy efforts for positive change in the public justice system.
3. Support and Development:
· The incumbent will support the IJM SR Department in designing reforms to the public justice system.
· Support IJM Casework Team in evaluating and developing intervention strategies for IJM cases.
· Carry out case intake and client screening based on established criteria.
· Assist in hosting guests, visitors, and volunteers.
· Participate in IJM programs in professionalism and Christian spiritual formation.
· Perform any other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate for the Associate Attorney should hold a Bachelor’sdegree in law and completion of LDC program.
· At least two years’ experience as an attorney, paralegal or legal assistant.
· A minimum of two years’ experience as a public speaker, teacher, or similar duties.
· Excellent critical thinking, legal analysis, and oral and written communication skills.
· Fluency in English and Luganda, with excellent writing and oration in both.
· Computer literacy skills with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook andExcel.
· Practicing Certificate and Driver’s License preferred.
· Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
· Passionate commitment to IJM’s mission and values.
· Professional in demeanor, appearance, writing and oral communication.
· Works well under stress with a sustained positive attitude.
· Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
· Intelligent, organized, creative and proactive problem solver.
· Ability to cooperate effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
How to Apply: All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the International Justice Mission (IJM) in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to Apply Online by Clicking Here.
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Job for Project Coordinator at Plan International
Job Title: Project Coordinator – Northern Uganda Health Facilities Support Project
Organization: Plan International
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Programme Operations Manager.
About US:
Plan International is an international non-profit and the largest child centered development organizations in the world. It was founded 75 years ago and working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas to promote child rights and lift millions of children out of poverty. Plan’s vision is of a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people’s rights and dignity. Plan International is independent, with no religious, political or governmental affiliations.
Job Summary: The Project Coordinator will provide leadership, management and overseeing the implementation of the Northern Uganda Health Facilities Support Project in Northern Uganda. The incumbent will ensure mutual learning and effective coordination amongst partners and project stakeholders, and responsible for grant proposal making for new development projects in Northern Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide Leadership to Project management and Coordination:
· The incumbent will supervise the overall delivery of the project making sure project plans are on course, deliverables are on time and of good quality
· Build and strengthen working relationships between PLAN USA, relevant Ministry of Health Department and other stakeholders and partners in all issues pertaining to the implementation of the project.
· Facilitate the process of tax exemption and clearance of the medical equipment, including acquisition of signatures of Cargo Shipping Approval/Release of Liabilities documents with the beneficiary Health Facilities and Clearing with Uganda National Drugs Authority
· Manage the project costs ensuring value for money, effective budget management and proper accountability of project funds in line with donor requirements and Plan international accounting standards.
· Assist in the branding of equipment and media visibility during the handing-over of the consignments to beneficiary health facilities and ensure overall project visibility
· Manage the project risks, through effective Planning, documentation, monitoring and reporting.
· Ensure Plan International’s child protection policy and guidelines are adhered to in project implementation.
2. Planning:
· Execute the Planning function of the project, making sure there are periodic project plans that are realistic and costed to guide project implementation and monitoring.
· Responsible for the preparation of the annual budget for the project and carrying out regular budget review.
· Plan for quarterly review meetings on the process of the project, project reporting and documentation and ensure action learning is on-going
· Work closely with local government to ensure that the project deliveries are incorporated in the respective district annual plans
· Coordinate with the CO ensure that the projects activities are integrated to the best extent possible in Plan Uganda Country Strategic Plan and are aligned to child centred community development programming.
· Ensure project planning with partners and key stakeholders in order to coordinate efforts
3. Programme Implementation:
· Overall responsibility for achievement of the annual plans and CSP targets and objectives under each strategic technical area.
· Ensure effective application of CCCD standards as Plan’s human rights-based approach
· Oversee implementation schedules as per the approved annual plans, and make adjustments as needed.
4. Project Monitoring, Documentation and Reporting:
· The job holder will supervise the project Monitoring and Evaluation function ensuring proper documentation, timely delivery of M&E outputs, learning and sharing.
· Manage the project reporting function through delivery of good quality timely reports in line with donor requirements
· Support systematic field monitoring, documentation and follow up of the utilisation of the medial equipment with the respective Health Facilities
· On a monthly and quarterly basis complete project monitoring tools and databases including the progress logs in SAP and take corrective actions as appropriate
· Significantly contribute to Plan Uganda’s Program Quality Enhancement efforts by implementing actions relevant to the project
5. Grants and Local Resource Mobilisation:
· Work with Plan USA to look into opportunities for scaling up the project beyond the current arrangement and any other long term project funding and programme opportunities in Northern Uganda.
· Take an active role in the Country Office resource mobilisation activities especially drafting of concept papers and grant proposals in line with CSP and funding priorities and opportunities for Northern Uganda.
· Provide leadership and support for local resource mobilization initiatives to communities and development partners in Northern Uganda.
6. Partnership management for Local government and selected CSOs:
· Provide leadership in establishment of mutual partnership with the Local Government leadership, district departmental heads, including district Health Teams and other development partners in Northern Uganda
· Build and maintain good relations, planning and coordination between Plan and other development partners in the districts.
· Actively participate in district and partner meeting and explore opportunities for collaboration and networking
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicant must hold a first degree in a relevant development discipline such as Public Health, Economics, Development studies. Possession of a post graduate certificate in project management will be an added advantage
· At least five years’ experience preferably in an NGO or relevant private sector organisation.
· Working knowledge in project planning and management
· Broad awareness of current issues in the field of health and development.
· Working knowledge on budget development and management
· Grants management skills and ability
· Excellent coordination and networking skills
· Good partnership management skills
· Excellent communication skills
· Excellent information management skills
· Financial and program literacy;
· Proficiency with business software applications (i.e. Word, Excel,PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
· Excellent interpersonal skills and Self-driven
· Ability to provide guidance and direction on matters related to projects
· Ability to coordinate and work effectively with the teams
· Ability to work in a fast paced environment
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Prior experience handling sensitive and confidential information.
· Keen attention to detail.
· Honest, ethical and pleasant manner with positive, can-do attitude.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates should send their electronic copies (of not more than 2MB) of letters of application, together with a CV. Contact telephone numbers, copies of relevant certificates, names andcontact details of three references plus salary history should be included and sent to: The Country Human Resources Manager, Plan Uganda via Email to: uganda.recruitment@plan-international.org, indicating the job position in the subject line.
Deadline: 29th October, 2015
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Job Vacancy for Assistant Estates Officer at Uganda Martyrs University
Job Title: Assistant Estates Officer
Organization: Uganda Martyrs University (UMU)
Duty Station: Nyamitanga, Mbarara, Uganda
About UMU:
Uganda Martyrs University (UMU) is a faith-based private university established in 1993, and owned by the Uganda Episcopal Conference. UMU received a civil University Charter in 2005 from government, to legitimize its existence and autonomy.
UMU offers full-time, weekend/part time, and distance-learning courses. Students are drawn from a variety of backgrounds and countries like Uganda, the rest of Africa and world-wide.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Ensure efficient, effective and technical management of the Estates Section
· The incumbent will safeguard and inspect University premises to ensure that adequate protection measures exist for the assets, property, water system and electricity installations on campus.
· Prepare Bills of Quantities for constructions and repairs to be done.
· Oversee the implementation of technical projects including construction, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of physical infrastructure-in order to ensure conformity to policies and procedures.
· Manage the construction, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of buildings, furniture and fixtures.
· Working closely with any contracted company, the incumbent will ensure that the compound and all public premises of the university including offices, classrooms, hostels, and guest house and staff compound are cleaned and well maintained.
· Perform any other duties assigned to him/her by the relevant authority.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicant should hold an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognizedinstitution.
· A minimum of three years’ practical experience in a recognisedinstitution
· Excellent track record of service to community.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send three copies ofapplications with their updated CVs to:
Office of the Human Resource Manager,
Uganda Martyrs University,
Nyamitanga Campus,
P.O. Box 218, Mbarara. Uganda.
Deadline: 23rd October 2015 by 5:00 PM
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Civil/ Geotechnical Engineer Job Opportunities at Uganda Electricity Generation Company
Job Title: Civil/ Geotechnical Engineer -Instrumentation & Monitoring
Organization: Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Generation Manager
About UEGCL:
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd was incorporated in March 2001 under the Companies Act, 2012 on the basis of the Public Enterprises Reform and Divestiture Act, Cap 98 and Electricity Act, Cap 145. UEGCL is wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Uganda. UEGCL’s key role is to – carry on the business of electric power generation and sale within Uganda or for export to neighbouring countries; build, operate and maintain Electricity Generation Plants; monitor the operation and maintenance of its Concessioned Assets – Nalubaale and Kiira Power Stations; provide Technical Support as and when required by the Government of the Republic of Uganda through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development; Implement Flagship Hydropower Plant Projects of Karuma (600MW) and Isimba (183MW; organize, support, encourage and maintain training facilities in technical and related fields, amongst others.
Job Summary: The Civil/Geotechnical Engineer- Instrumentation & Monitoring will be expected to gain familiarity with Instrumentation for monitoring Dam safety and underground Tunnels and Caverns stability. The Engineer shall be familiar with installation practice, testing and commissioning of field civil instrumentation such strain gauges, piezometers etc. The job holder will be expected to learn and/or understand field data collection techniques including surveying, geotechnical drilling and sampling, field and laboratory testing instrument installation, calibration and maintenance. He or she will be expected to carry out data analysis assignments on dam structure stability based on data collected by him or given to him and to make reports in formats useful for management decision making.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· During construction of the power plants and the early phase of employment, the incumbent is expected to participate and perform full-time construction work at the power plant construction sites, duties to include participation in installation and commissioning of civil structure gauges and metering.
· In charge of quantity tracking, daily reporting and regular interaction with project manager, is expected to become familiar with geotechnical and environmental considerations for power plant construction projectsand gain knowledge and understanding of related construction activities
· Carry out field sampling and testing, including collection and logging of field samples; this includes geotechnical drilling, instrumentation monitoring, survey (layout), and visual observation and recording of site conditions
· Perform standard or routine calculations; may input data into and/or run standard or, in some cases, advanced computer programs under supervision; shall include analysis of slope stability, rock fall, deep and shallow foundations etc.
· Expected to develop ability to recognize and understand environmental regulations governing various power plant construction projects.
· Compile and submit information from reports and published documents and under limited supervision, evaluate or analyze the compiled information following standard methods or specific instructions
· Recognize and identify discrepancies in results obtained in such assignments and follow up through a series of related steps or procedures, as directed by more senior personnel; refer unresolved situations and/or activities to the project manager
· Understand and apply safety requirements in the field
· May from time to time be asked to prepare work scope, cost estimates, may perform calculations, gather or review information.
· Will be required to follow all applicable health and safety procedures associated with work environment
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate in necessitated to hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
· Possession of a Postgraduate training will be an added advantage.
· At least three or more years of working at a Hydropower plant construction site or with a geological survey team, or a civil construction company in similar or related role.
· Past exposure and experience with desktop and industry-specific software including AutoCAD, MicroStation, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Project are required
· Skills in coordination particularly with subcontractors (such as analytical laboratories and drillers) while performing office assignments
· Ability to assess existing site conditions as a routine and all findings of such work will be reviewed and approved by the project manager or other senior personnel
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications with copies of their academic documents and detailed CVs indicating two referees and their full addresses to:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Ltd (UEGCL),
3rd Floor, UEDCL Tower,
Plot 37 Nakasero Road,
P.O. Box 75831, Kampala. Uganda
Or to the Company’s branch office
Plot 18-20 Faraday Road, Amberley Estate,
P.O. Box 1101, Jinja Uganda
Deadline: Friday, 6th November, 2015 by 5.00 p.m.
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JOBS: Community Development Facilitator at World Vision International
Job Title: Community Development Facilitator
Organisation: World Vision International (WVI)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Programme Coordinator
About WVI:
World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy Non-Government Organization (NGO) dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We currently work in over 41 districts in Uganda. World Vision is committed to the protection of children and we will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
“Our Vision for every child, Life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every Heart, the will to make it so.”
Job Summary: The Community Development Facilitator will guide and facilitate Program Development, Monitoring and Implementation in an Area Development Program (ADP) in line with Program plans.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Technically support and guide ADP scheduled assessments, evaluations, TDI measurements and designs.
· Actively facilitate development of the ADP design document and AOP/ DIP.
· Gather and analyze community perspectives, and prepare annual work plans and cash flows.
· Write concept papers and proposals for non-sponsorship fundraising.
· In charge of monitoring of progress and achievements of programmes in the ADP.
· Mobilize community participation in program/project planning, development, implementation and monitoring.
· Mobilize government institutions and technical staff in the planning and implementation of ADP program and plans.
· Mobilize grassroots organizations, Churches and other civil society organizations on poverty reduction.
· Build and strengthen working relationships with government institutions and other development partners within the ADP in planning and implementation of development programs.
· Identify and nurture local partnerships with grassroots civil society organizations, Churches and sub county government.
· Build and facilitate the capacity and growth of community and grassroots organizations.
· Assist in the growth of strong grassroots movements on specific advocacy issues.
· Build leadership and mobilization capacity of programme/project committees and facilitate their participation in programme/project development activities.
· Support and facilitate graduated growth of partnerships and community based organizations
· Organize community programme development and resource mobilization of planned activities such as community contributions.
· Facilitate the operations and functioning of ADP child protection committee.
· Ensure adherence at ADP of child protection policy, guidelines and protocols.
· Support and facilitate sponsorship staff and sponsorship service operations in the ADP.
· Actively monitor performance of sponsorship performance in line with child sponsorship standards.
· Ensure ADP financial and asset resources are managed and used in line with policy guidelines.
· Provide accurate and timely variances explanations on ADP over and under expenditures
· Organize ADP level forum assess progress of implementation of planned activities.
· Monitor progress of programme/project interventions against plans within the ADP.
· Organize review, reflection and learning forum for ADP staff, community, local organizations and government.
· Documentation and sharing of programme learning.
· Prepare and send ADP quality and timely reports to keep track of progress of planned activities within the area of operation.
· Produce timely and quality bi-annual and annual reports.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicant should hold a good University Degree in Social Science, Development Studies, Education or any relevant field.
· Possession of a post graduate qualification in project planning and management
· A minimum of five years’ experience working facilitating community development.
· Good networking and advocacy skills
· Highly reliable and independent.
· Ability to work with minimal supervision.
· Ability to ride a motor cycle with a clean riders’ licence.
· Person of high integrity and willing to work with minimal supervision
NB: Only Ugandan Nationals are encouraged to apply
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online by visiting World Vision International’s e-recruitment jobs portal or Click here to apply
Please follow instructions on How to Create Account and Profile at World Vision’s e-recruitment portal. Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 24th October, 2015.