Greetings,
Please find below six new vacancies at the HIAS offices in Uganda. Note
the positions are open to Ugandan nationals only.
Please circulate widely within your networks.
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Regards,
Anne
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Anne Mwangi - Wambugu
Country Director
HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya
P O Box 58129 - 00200
NAIROBI - KENYA
Tel: +254 20 2720114
Fax:+254 20 2723546
www.hias.org
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HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya ( HRTK) Uganda Office
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Administration Assistant Uganda
Country : Uganda
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Ugandan nationals only)
The incumbent will perform the following functions:
Support the Finance & Administration Officer in activities relating to
the fiscal and administrative management of the office;
Front office/reception management: guide and welcome visitors, man
telephones including switchboard, mobile phones, fax, email etc.,
respond to enquiries, take/relay messages;
Ensure that the office runs smoothly, specifically make timely
purchases of stationery and other supplies in liaison with the Finance &
Administration Officer; Assist in the handling of purchase requisitions,
including obtaining quotations from vendors and process payments as
required and assist in ensuring utility and statutory payments are up to
date;
Dispatch mail- postal or hand deliveries including shipment/courier of
documents and track movement of documents in and out of the organization;
Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to:
photocopying, faxing, mailing and filing;
Ensure maintenance of office equipment including computers, copier,
vehicle, generator, telephone, etc;
Custodian of consumables and responsible for distribution to staff;
Keep and update inventory listing;
Handle the petty cash;
Make travel, meeting and other arrangements for staff including
assisting in logistical support and other support to facilitate local
and international travel including bookings, accommodation and visas and
maintaining database for vendors;
Arrange local and international travels as required;
Assist Finance & Administration Officer to prepare supportive
documents for accounting and reporting purposes;
Assist in preparation for meetings if called upon and take minutes of
meetings and keep clear records of meetings;
Directly supervise a number of support staff and indirectly supervise
external service providers; and
Perform other duties as required.
Education Advanced college diploma or University degree in
administration, office management, front office management or related field.
Skills and competencies:
Computer literacy a must: excellent working knowledge with email,
WORD, ACCESS and EXCEL
Secretarial qualification and bookkeeping skills
Ability to multi task and assume unanticipated assignments;
Excellent attention to detail and sound organizational skills;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience
No less than 3 years previous job experience in an administrative
position. Experience working in the NGO sector a plus.
Languages:
Proficiency in English. Knowledge of Swahili and/French an added advantage
Closing date
7th February 2010
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]
Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/UG/AA/11/01 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing
will lead to immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be
considered
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HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya ( HRTK) Uganda Office
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Driver/Messenger Uganda
Country : Uganda
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Ugandan nationals only)
The incumbent will perform the following functions:
Maintain, clean and care for organization vehicles and maintain
regular checks of vehicles to ensure that they are mechanically sound
and in good working order. Makes reports of any problems to the AA and
repairs minor mechanical problems.
Keep accurate records of deliveries made to other offices in the
delivery book;
Post and collect mail, weighing and affixing correct amount of stamps
on letters and packages;
Perform general clerical duties as may be assigned which may include
photocopying and packing supplies for field travel;
Provide transportation to meetings and other destinations for
organization staff and visitors on official business;
Assist in the safe banking of checks and cash;
Obtain quotations and makes simple purchases on behalf of the office
and as instructed by the AA;
Keeps a log book/diary for use of vehicle including weekly reports on
vehicle status;
Education A minimum Secondary School certificate. Certification in
basic mechanics and maintenance a plus.
Skills and competencies:
Must possess a valid driving license ( Class B,C & E) with 8 years
driving experience
Computer literacy desirable;
Current certificate of good conduct;
Must have good knowledge of Kampala and its environs;
Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to
represent the best interests of the agency
Experience
No less than 8 years continuous driving experience. Experience working
in the NGO sector a plus.
Languages:
Proficiency in English. Knowledge of Swahili and/French an added advantage
Closing date
7th February 2010
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]
Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/UG/DM/11/01 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing
will lead to immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be
considered
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HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya ( HRTK) Uganda Office
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Intake Counselor Uganda
Country : Uganda
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Ugandan nationals only)
The incumbent will perform the following functions:
Assist the Protection officer in matters relating to refugee protection;
Receive, pre-screen and assist in the process of counseling refugees
on protection matters and provide counseling on the case process and
feedback on the status of their cases;
Carry out preliminary interviews and initial assessments of individual
refugee cases, in accordance with HRTK SOPs;
Complete and maintain protection forms including registration and
submission forms and ensure all necessary documentation is obtained and
that individual case files are complete and up-to-date;
Assist in organizing, scheduling, and monitoring attendance to
government interviews and other external processes;
Follow-up and monitor general case status and processing of refugee
cases and prepare units weekly casework plans;
Schedule and prepare protection cases for interview, and communicate
schedules to refugees and conduct profiling and case composition interviews;
Provide support to caseworkers in the tracking of individual cases,
updating status, and maintaining client database etc.;
Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education: University degree in law, social sciences, psychology,
international relations or related fields.
Skills and competencies
Computer literacy a must with strong knowledge of ACCESS, EXCEL and WORD
Good knowledge of human rights doctrine;
Data handling skills and previous exposure to database a plus
Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
Strong organisation skills
Experience: No less than two years job experience preferably in the NGO
sector, with one year experience relevant to the function. Knowledge of
refugee protection and assistance a plus.
Languages:
Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of Swahili and/French an
added advantage
Closing date
7th February 2010
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]
Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/UG/IC/11/01 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing
will lead to immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be
considered
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HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya ( HRTK) Uganda Office
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Office Attendant/Assistant Driver Uganda
Country : Uganda
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Ugandan nationals only)
The incumbent will perform the following functions:
Ensure that HRTK premises are maintained in a clean and presentable
manner at all times;
Assist in the performance of clerical duties including but not limited
to photocopying and packing supplies for field travel;
Assist in posting or collecting mail, weighing and affixing stamps and
packages;
Prepare coffee/tea for staff twice a day and ensure kitchen hygiene;
Take inventory of all kitchen & toilet supplies and ensure
uninterrupted supply by requesting what is needed;
Assist in driving the office vehicles whenever requested or while
driver is on leave;
Perform any other duty as required and requested.
Education A minimum Secondary School certificate.
Skills and competencies:
Must possess a valid driving license ( Class B,C & E) with 3 years
driving experience
Computer literacy desirable;
Current certificate of good conduct;
Must have good knowledge of Kampala and its environs;
Ability to conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner to
represent the best interests of the agency
Experience
No less than 3 years previous job experience in housekeeping/ driving.
Experience working in the NGO sector a plus.
Languages:
Proficiency in English. Knowledge of Swahili and/French an added advantage
Closing date
7th February 2010
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]
Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/UG/OA-AD/11/01 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing
will lead to immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be
considered
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HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya ( HRTK) Uganda Office
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Social Worker Uganda
Country : Uganda
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Ugandan nationals only)
The incumbent will perform the following functions:
Directs the activities of the office relating to social services;
Conducts field visits for case assessments in coordination with other
HRTK staff and keeps track of socio-environmental risks faced by HRTK
refugee clients;
Implements and monitors merit based asocial assistance informed by
socio-environmental assessment in individual cases in accordance with
HRTK SOPs;
Provides HRTK refugee clients with basic counseling, escort services
and facilitation for external services or appointments;
Assists in the organization and facilitation of capacity building
activities e.g. workshops;
Establishes and maintains a referral base of organizations providing
social assistance to refugees and maintains a collaborative networking
relationship to facilitate social assistance to HRTK refugee clients;
Prepares periodic reports on social work activities
Informs strategic planning and project implementation exercises
Performs other duties as required
Requirements
Education University degree in Social work or related field. Or
Advanced college diploma along with extensive field experience working
the refugee assistance sector
Skills and competencies:
Computer literacy a must: excellent working knowledge with WORD,
ACCESS and EXCEL;
Good knowledge of human rights doctrine and working experience in
counseling;
Good knowledge of Kampala and its environs;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
Experience
No less than 2 years previous job experience, including at least 1 year
working in the field of refugee protection and assistance. Experience
working in the NGO sector a plus.
Languages:
Proficiency in English. Knowledge of Swahili and/French a plus
Closing date
7th February 2010
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]
Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/UG/SW/11/01 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing
will lead to immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be
considered
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HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya ( HRTK) Uganda Office
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Counseling PsychologistUganda
Country : Uganda
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Ugandan nationals only)
The incumbent will perform the following functions:
Direct the office operations with regard to psychosocial assistance;
Facilitate the establishment of a coordinated multisectoral
psychosocial office and a psychosocial response strategy;
Provide counseling services and other short term therapeutic services
to refugees referred to office;
Conduct Best Interest Assessments/Determinations and conduct
determination of family composition interviews;
Conduct psychosocial/mental state assessments and prepare related
reports; assess refugees in need of psychiatric care, refer those in
need to a psychiatrist and monitor progress;
Conduct home visits to assess individual psychosocial needs;
Facilitate internal and external capacity building activities;
Ensure up to date record keeping including case preparation, keeping
continuous counseling notes and daily records
Prepare periodic reports and collect, analyze and compile psychosocial
services data;
Follow-up and monitor general case status and processing of refugee
cases and prepare units weekly casework plans;
Provide support to caseworkers in the tracking of individual cases,
updating status, and maintaining client database etc.;
Perform other duties as required.
Education: Degree in Psychology and/or Counseling Psychology, Masters
degree a plus
Skills and competencies
Computer literacy a must with strong knowledge of ACCESS, EXCEL and WORD
Ideal candidate should have a keen awareness and a good knowledge of
psychosocial issues and the complexities of working on these issues with
a refugee population.
Excellent report writing skills and proven ability to conduct
psychological assessments;
Must have at a least 2 years experience in providing counseling
services to traumatized individuals (groups)
Experience in planning and implementing psychosocial project activities
Group facilitation skills and experience
At least one year of training experience
Experience in project management in an NGO setting
Diplomacy and assertiveness
Ability to confront and discuss sensitive issues with respect and
confidentiality
Experience: No less than three years job experience in trauma
counselling, preferably in the NGO sector. Knowledge of refugee
protection and assistance a plus.
Languages:
Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of Swahili and/French an
added advantage
Closing date
7th February 2010
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]
Indicate Vacancy Notice No HRTK/UG/CP/11/01 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing
will lead to immediate disqualification. Late applications will not be
considered
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