Logistics/ Transportation/ Procurement jobs at World Food Programme and other companies in Uganda

Deadline of this Job: 5 August 2022

NOTE: WFP DOES NOT SOLICIT FOR FEES OR ANY FORM OF PAYMENT FROM JOB APPLICANTS
WFP is looking for talented people who are committed to joining our efforts to eradicate hunger. It offers unlimited opportunities to grow your professionalism, talent and expertise. Start your journey to be a member of the world-wide effort to eradicate hunger. WFP has a policy of affirmative action for women.

ABOUT WFP
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their lives. On average, WFP reaches more than 80 million people with food assistance in 80 countries each year. The organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to food and contribute to lasting solutions, especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas.

Deadline of this Job: 31 July 2022
Fleet Manager M/F (UG) - BULISA
Key Duties

• Purchasing vehicles to expand and/or enhance the fleet. Scheduling regular maintenance on all vehicles
• Ordering urgent or emergency repairs as needed
• Establishing efficient routes and transportation schedules
• Coordinating Drivers and on-staff maintenance professionals when setting employee schedules

Deadline of this Job: 14 August 2022
Background:
The mission of the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is to “Strengthen Health Systems in Africa with strong emphasis on Infectious Diseases through Research and Capacity Development”. IDI has six operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care and Treatment, Training, Research, Laboratory services (including the CAP-certified IDI Core Lab & Translational Lab), Global Health Security and Health System Strengthening Programmes.
Infectious Diseases Institutes in conjunction with other partners in the USAID Regional Integration to enhance services –North Acholi (RHITES-N, Acholi) supports 8 districts of the ACHOLI Sub region to develop capacity, improve and strengthen systems, through proven best practices across priority services of integrated HIV Care and treatment, TB, Malaria, MNCH, RHFP, Nutrition, WASH and Strengthening Laboratory Quality Management Systems (SLMTA) and Hub operations in Acholi region.

Deadline of this Job: 1 August 2022
About Tugende
Tugende uses asset finance, technology, and a customer-centric model to help informal sector entrepreneurs dramatically increase their economic trajectory. Tugende’s core asset finance packages include medical and life insurance, training, safety equipment and digital credit profiles in addition to affordable asset financing for SMEs. By helping clients grow economically and build digital track records of responsibility, we are creating a long-term ecosystem for MSMEs to grow and thrive.
Tugende is tackling the credit gap for small businesses in Africa by enabling informal entrepreneurs to: 1) own income‑generating assets, 2) build a verifiable digital credit profile, and 3) earn future growth opportunities through the Tugende digital platform. This platform includes discounts, smartphones, e‑commerce opportunities, and on‑demand credit lines. Tugende has financed 52,000+ productive asset leases valued at over USD 35 million. The company has 750+ employees serving clients across 23 branches in Uganda and 10 in Kenya. Tugende is growing into new geographies and asset product lines including boat engines for fishermen and fridges for retail shops.

About this job
The PD Officer will work in the Product Development Department and he / she will be primarily responsible for conducting in-field market research for new high-potential products and services as defined by the company’s Product Development Strategy.

Deadline of this Job: 14 August 2022
Job Summary:
The Procurement Manager takes lead in managing procurement of programmatic activities. She/he is responsible for compliance of B4R procurement processes with USAID rules and regulations, RTI policies and procedures and ensures completeness and high quality of procurement documentation. Ensures that “value for money” is achieved through competitive and transparent Procurement processes. Supervises Procurement Specialist.

Essential Duties:
• Prepare realistic procurement plans and develop appropriate procurement strategies.
• Work with concerned stakeholders on procurement needs, provide technical support on specifications and cost implications.

Deadline of this Job: 04 August 2022
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts, which exist at Uganda Allied Health Examinations Board.

Job title: Driver
Salary Scale: UAHEB 8
Contract period: One year contract renewable
Reports to: Principal Administrative Officer
Age: between 35 – 45 years