University Football League: Police fire teargas, bullets to disperse rowdy Makerere & Kyambogo university students
The highly anticipated Kyambogo University vs Makerere University Nile Special Football League game didn’t take place as fans from both sides turned rowdy even before the game began. Police fired live bullets and teargas canisters to disperse the fighting crowds at Kyambogo university main grounds in the game that was later to be abandoned.
Two students who could not easily be identified were badly injured in the process and were rushed to the nearest medical centre for treatment.
With the low deployment of Police, students invaded the football grounds demanding that security be increased.
Both teams top their groups separated by goal difference.
“This is a high tense game and the security is weak, ” warned Bwowe Ivan a former Guild President of Makerere University.
Shortly after his warning, Match Officials were escorted off the pitch as police sought reinforcement but the impatient students started throwing stones and sticks against each other.
Police intervened by firing live bullets in the air, teargas and later engaged students in running battles.
A student from Makerere University was reportedly arrested for looting.
Police then guarded and protected the Makerere University football team together with their stranded fans outside the University premises amid flying stones, teargas and live bullets.
Kyambogo university students had laid ambush waiting for their departure. The students then walked their way to the University with Police trailing them.
Students from both camps accused each other of fueling violence.
It should be noted that in the previous edition, at the same grounds, the game was absconded at half time after Makerere Students trailing by two goals, invaded the pitch leading to scuffles and teargas. The return leg didn’t take place at Kyambogo failed to turn up amidst security fears.
The court of arbitration of sports will sit and give a judgment about the game
Kemiremebe Ronah’s Victory as Nkumba University Guild President challenged
Nkumba university guild president elect, Kemirembe Ronah’s happiness over the victory in the guild race could be short-lived after her next opponent Nabatanzi Moreen ran to courts of law to seek legal redress over the election process that saw her lose the vote organized on Saturday 11th April 2015.
In a petition to the university Vice Chancellor dated 13th April, 2015, Moreen challenges the Electoral commission(EC) for announcing and declaring Kemiremebe Ronah as the Guild president and yet she did not make 50% of the Majority Vote.
It adds that this contradicted that election procedure set out in Article 23(5) of the Guild constitution.
It should however be noted that according to the report from the EC only 870 students voted of which Ronah harvested 275 votes which amounts to 31.
61% of the total voter while Moreen was the second runner-up with 204 votes.
The petitioner also asks for a re-run between Ronah and Moreen.
She also goes ahead to suspend the swearing ceremony of the winner which was due to take place on 14th April, 2015 be suspended until the petition is fully disposed. It also requires the respondent (EC) pay the costs of the incidental to petition.
In response to the petition from the Vice Chancellor, the issue was to be handled by the Students’ Affairs committee and the hearing was set for 15th April 2015 at 10:00am in relation to clause 6 of the Article 25. The ruling would be within twenty four hours of receiving of the petition.
THE HEARING OF THE PETITION BY The STUDENTS AFFAIRS COMMITTEE.
Hundreds of students this morning of April 15, 2015 thronged the Language Room to attend the hearing of the petition served by Nabatanzi Moreen to the Nkumba university Students Affairs Committee against the electoral commission for declaring Kemiremeb Ronah as the Guild President 2015/16.
The session began at 10:00pm with Moreen reading her petition to the members as stated above, however in defense to this, the chairman Electoral commission Alex Baguma said that he went head to do the above duty as stipulated in guild constitution Article 8 (5) (b), “A guild presidential candidate who obtains the highest number of votes cast shall be declared a guild president.”
The hearing was adjourned at midday and the ruling on the matter was to be given with in twenty four hours. The committee comprises of the guild president, guild Attorney general, dean of students, vice and deputy vice chancellor, academic registrar among others.
Surprisingly after the hearing was adjourned Moreen said that in case of a re-run she will win highly.
“I’m going to get over 70% and am prepared to get a win.” She said. However on the hand the ever smiling Ronah said she was ready to win with 98% and after that she would give Moreen a post in her government. “She is just joking with me but I’m assuring her that she will get only 2% and I will work with whoever is ready to serve students.” Ronah added happily.
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Uganda Christian University signs MoU with Uganda Manufactures Association
Uganda Christian University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uganda Manufactures Association (UMA). The memorandum is to help in engaging local private sectors in finding solutions to the unemployed youth.
Following the increasing unemployment among the youth, Uganda Manufacturers Association in partnership with Centre for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) is running a youth program with the objectives of raising awareness of the unique roles of the private sector, universities and the government in solving the unemployment challenges facing Uganda, and developing democratic values and entrepreneurial skills among Ugandan youth.
Mr. Joseph Kyalimpa, the Executive director UMA, while addressing student who turned up to witness the signing of this memorandum, said that the two parties – UCU and UMA, will share a goal of reducing youth unemployment by promoting entrepreneurship in the University through creation of entrepreneurship clubs.
Rev. Canon Dr. John Senyonyi, the Vice Chancellor Uganda Christian University in his speech, congratulated the Business Faculty for championing such initiative which will help Uganda Christian University graduates not to roam on streets looking for jobs but instead to create jobs. He further encouraged students to work hard towards being members of the entrepreneurship club so as to enhance on their knowledge.
This Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the Vice Chancellor on behalf of Uganda Christian University and Mr.
Kyalimpa Joseph on behalf of Uganda Manufacturers Association.
Other personalities that witnessed the signing were, Mr.
David Mugawe, the Deputy Vice Chancellor External Relations at UCU and Mr. Cyprian Mugisa Programmes officer at UMA.
Mbarara University of Science and Technology is inviting applications for admission to Undergraduate Courses for academic year 2015/2016
Applications are invited from eligible candidates to pursue programmes/ courses offered at Mbarara University of Science and Technology for the academic year beginning August 2015 on Private Sponsorship.
Ugandan students are required to pay an application fee of shs.27,750/= and US $ 50 for international students which is non refundable.
Application forms can be obtained from the Academic Registrar’s office Mbarara University of Science and Technology.
You can also download the application forms here.
1. Download undergraduate direct application form from here
2. Download postgraduate application form from here
Completed application forms may be submitted to the Academic Registrar’s Office OR emailed to admissions@must.ac.ug
You can also fill the online application form by Visiting must online application Facility here. Contact the following Phone Nos. for help: 04854 20785/0772 465431 during working hours.
Completed applications must be accompanied with photocopies of academic certificates, transcripts, birth certificate plus a passport size photograph.
Visit this link for more information about private admissions at Mbarara university of science and Technology for the academic year 2015/2016
Job for Finance Manager at JSI Research & Training Institute
Job Title: Finance Manager
JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc is a leading public health research and consulting organization, seeks a creative, highly motivated, and detail oriented person to deliver measurable intervention results as Program Officer for Micronutrient Powders (MNPs). This person must work well in a fast-paced and results- driven environment with passionate and motivated coworkers.
About USAID SPRING Project:
Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition (SPRING) is a five-year cooperative agreement funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide state-of-the-art technical support and facilitate country- led, regional, and global programs to improve the nutritional status of women and children. The SPRING implementation team consists of JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc., Helen Keller International (HKI), The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Save the Children (SC), and The Manoff Group (TMG).
Job Summary: The Finance Manager will be responsible for day-to-day financial management of the SPRING/Uganda field office. The incumbent will also be responsible for maintenance of financial management and internal controls of the SPRING/Uganda field office, and coordinate closely with the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations and with SPRING/Home Office. He/She manages all accounting functions, in order to ensure the timely and accurate processing, payment and reporting of SPRING/Uganda financial and accounting information. The position entails responsibility and timeline management for the proper preparation and submission of various required accounting and financial reports on a monthly basis to SPRING/Home Office.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Program & Financial Management:
- Implement financial management system based on generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), JSI policies and procedures, and donor regulations under the leadership of the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations
- Technically support the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations to maintain efficient and compliant financial management systems across sub offices in Uganda. Notify the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations of any discrepancies.
- Support the technical team leaders in the annual budgeting exercise to ensure program activities are in accordance with budget and work plan
- Regularly review vouchers and submits to Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations for review and approval
- Support the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations to prepare ad hoc financial reports for the Home Office, project leadership or USAID, as required
- Monitor expenditures against work plan budget and develop financial reports for the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations
- Develop monthly expenditure reports for program staff
- Receive monthly cash flow requests from Team Leads, review cash flow requests against work plan budget, and submit to the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations
- Provide guidance and technical support to staff on financial processes in implementing the work plan
- Report regularly to the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations, and identify problems and issues for resolution in a timely manner
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliation and submit to Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations for review
- Prepare monthly payroll including remittance of the necessary taxes to the authorities,
- Prepare monthly creditors reconciliation and submit to Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations for review
- Review accounting transactions accurately and in a timely way, with all expenditures supported by appropriate approvals and proper documentation that complies with JSI and USAID I reporting requirements and send to the Deputy Chief of Party- Finance & Operations for review.
- Field accounts and related financial reports are submitted to | JSI headquarters to ensure the accurate and timely provision j of SPRING/Uganda financial reporting.
- Provide timely support to track SPRING/Uganda expenditures by activity and/or funding source., and ensure the project has analysis of unit costs for key activities (training in NACS, training in IYCF, Coaching, etc)
- Mentor and supervise the Senior Finance Officer
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicants should hold an advanced degree in Business studies (Finance or Accounting option)
- Professional Qualifications such as ACCA, CPA etc
- Additional relevant qualification will be an additional advantage
- At least eight to ten years work experience in financial management, at least two of these as a Finance Manager for a USAID funded project.
- Past experience of accounting/audit of International Donors program funds
- Familiarity with USAID regulations and procedures essential
- Recent training in USAID rules and regulations
- Financial/auditing background
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Computer literate, proficient with MS office applications and Accounting packages, in particular Quick Books
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, managerial and organizational skills
- Proven ability to pay attention to detail
- Strong skills in teamwork
- High level of integrity
- Ability to work on own initiative / proactive attitude.
How to Apply for the job:
All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their applications via e-mail or hand deliver to these addresses below;
The Chief of Party
SPRING Uganda
Plot 36/37A, Martyrs Way, Ministers’ Village, Ntinda, Kampala, Uganda
OR
Block 01 Plot 295, Kacence, Kaciika,
Mbarara – Uganda
Or via E-mail to: jobs@spring-nutrition.org
Deadline: 24th April 2015 by 1.00PM
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2 Study Research Assistant job Vacancies at CAMTech
Job Title: Study Research Assistant – Field Officer (2 Vacancies)
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), through its Center for Global Health (CGH), and Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) are parties to a Memorandum of Understanding which led to the establishment of the Consortium for Affordable Medical Technologies in Uganda (CAMTech Uganda). Based at MUST, CAMTech is a global consortium of academic, clinical, corporate and implementation partners working to build entrepreneurial capacity and to accelerate medical technology innovation to improve health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
Job Summary: The Research Assistant – Field Officer will support an epidemiological research in the area of indoor air pollution and lung disease. This study aims to determine how indoor air pollution affects lung health. Specifically, the study evaluates microbial components of indoor air pollution that women are exposed to during cooking and work with chickens. The study will involve women > 18 years living in Nyakabare. Each participant will be followed for at least one year, although applicants will only be expected to work full-time for a 3 month period – from mid-July 2015 to mid-September 2015 with the opportunity for renewal in 2016. The overall goal for the Research Assistant position is the successful implementation of study protocols in collaboration with the US and Ugandan Principal Investigators, Mbarara-based research team, and other collaborators as needed.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Render support with protocol development and community awareness prior to study initiation
- Recruit, enroll, and consent participants for the study
- Complete questionnaires with participants using tablet-based data entry
- Transportation of air sampling devices from Mbarara to Nyakabare parish, setting up, and taking down of devices, explaining function of devices to participants (training and transportation will be provided)
- Measuring the height, width, and length of kitchens and chicken houses and assessing adequacy of ventilation
- Enter and manage quantitative data in an electronic database (REDCap or similar)
- Actively participate in regular meetings with study team members based in Uganda and the United States
- Conduct all work in compliance with internationally recognized ethical standards
- Showing up to work on time, honesty in reporting results, and any other duties allocated
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The Study Research Assistant – Field Officer should hold a Bachelor’s degree(preferably in a health related field) is required.
- Past experience in conducting research is required
- Working knowledge of research ethics is essential with documentation of training in the responsible conduct of research
- Prior training in interview techniques and familiarity with performing informed consent and completing standardized forms.
- Proven ability to transport bulky air sampling devices weighing up to 15 kilograms
- Demonstrated ability to use a digital camera and ability to trouble-shoot technological devices
- Past experience with word processing on a computer is required
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment is required
- Working knowledge of Mbarara District and surrounding area is required
- Excellent oral communication skills, good interpersonal skills, with fluency and good command of written and spoken English and Runyankole with demonstrated ability to translate English to Runyankole and vice versa.
- Strong work ethic and sense of responsibility is required
How to Apply for the job:
All suitably qualified and interested candidate should send their applications including a cover letter, a detailed CV, copy of transcripts, certificates, and contact information of at least two professional references who are very familiar with your work and send to: The Human Resource Manager, MUST Grants Office, P.O. Box 1410 Mbarara, Uganda or directly to MUST Grants Office Room 5 Anatomy Building as hard copy applications.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Deadline: 21st April 2015