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Uganda jobs at The UVRI-IAVI HIV
Vaccine Program (the Program - Uganda)
Position Title: Administration Manager (AM),Jobs in Uganda,
Reports to: Executive Director
Organization:UVRI-IAVI HIV Vaccine Program Ltd
Primary Location:Entebbe
Education Level: Master’s degree
Job Type : Full-time Employment
Closing date: July 14, 2014
Brief Company Profile:
The UVRI-IAVI HIV Vaccine Program (the Program), founded in 2001, is a not
for profit organization with offices and research facilities based at the
Uganda Virus Research Institute in Entebbe. The Program conducts research in
basic sciences, clinical trials, epidemiology and Social Sciences that is aimed
toward discovering an HIV preventive vaccine. This works involves research and
services on at-risk populations, and advocacy for HIV vaccines. The Program
invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the position
here-below:
Administration Manager (AM)
The Administration Manager is responsible for management of assets
(buildings, automobiles, land including timely and legal payment of bills) and
human resources, for providing administrative support to technical teams
conducting research, for coordinating visitor schedules and for supporting the
Executive Director (ED) in running the Program.
S/he will work closely with the ED and Finance Manager in financial
management to ensure value for money use of Program funds.
All these and other functions must
be carried in compliance with donors requirements, Program's policies and the
laws of the Republic of Uganda.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the Administrative
team in a manner that empowers them to deliver excellent customer service and
high standards.
• Develop and implement
policies, procedures and strategies that will ensure effective and legally
compliant management of all UVRI-IAVllogistics and human resources.
• Support the strategic
and operational planning process in order to ensure that the Program has the
physical, logistical and administrative support necessary to accomplish
objectives
• Ensure that the physical
working environment provided to the Program's staff is safe, secure &
hygienic and conducive to support all program activities
• Oversee the procurement
and storage of supplies and equipment and ensure the timely purchasing of
quality goods and services in a transparent and ethical manner that
demonstrates value for money and adherence to procurement guidelines.
• Ensure effective utilisation
of the finances associated with Human Resources and Administration
• Liaise and with all
other collaborative programs on the UVRI campus in areas of common interest
• Responsible for the
Program's Archive and storage of both research and facility records according
to GCP guidelines.
Qualifications:
• A Masters degree in
Management or Business Administration
• A wide range of
experience in logistics, project management, monitoring budgets, estates
management, operational strategizing, management of support services and
managing internal and external relationships.
• Strong logical and
forward thinking, multi-tasking and communication and interpersonal skills
• At least 5 years
experience in project/program administration and management in reputable
organizations
• Experience in
purchasing/procurement and human
resource management
• Not less than 35 years
of age
Salary and allowances: The successful candidate will serve on a Ugandan based contract with an
attractive package based on qualifications and experience.
Mode of Application:
Written applications along with academic certificates, Curriculum Vitae
including day-time telephone contact numbers and names of three professional
referees should be delivered to:
Executive Director
UVRI-IAVI HIV Vaccine Program Ltd Uganda Virus Research Institute
Plot 51-59 Nakiwogo Road, Nsamizi Hill, Entebbe
P.O Box 49, Entebbe
Closing date: July 14, 2014
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
