Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children. Save the Children envisions a Uganda in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We strive to create impact for children by delivering our Programmes through partnerships, by being innovative, by acting as the voice for and of children, and by achieving results at scale. In Uganda, we implement programmes in six thematic programme areas of Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Education, Livelihoods & Food Security, Health, Nutrition and HIV/AIDS in development and emergency contexts.

Save the Children seeks to fill the following vacant positions and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Ugandan nationals.

Logistics Officer (1 position)

Duty Station; Kasese

The Logistics Officer will work under the direct control and supervision of the Partnership Manager, Finance and Administration. The job holder will support the District Offices in the in the provision of logistic management and support, ensuring that this is done through timely service delivery to the field programmes in line with SCiUG policies, procedures and guidelines.

Desired Academic back ground, Experience & person specifications;

• A minimum of a Degree in humanities, Finance/Business studies or the equivalent accrued working experience in a related position. Possession of a graduate or partial professional qualification in logistics, procurement and supplies management is of an added advantage.
• At least 3 years experience in office administration or management preferably in an INGO
• Excellent skills in written and oral communication
• A strong team player worker with good interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong financial, planning and budget management skills and experience.
• Computer literacy skills – MS Office applications, word, excel, PowerPoint, spreadsheets.

Application information: Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors and copies of academic testimonials/ certificates should be submitted to; The Head of Human Resources & Administration Save the Children in Uganda Plot 68/70, Kira Road – P 0 Box 12018 – Kampala Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org Note: Closing date for receiving applications is 29th February 2012. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity. Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.