Cardno International Development Uganda Jobs 2021 – Office Assistant

Job Title: Office Assistant – Cardno International Development Uganda Jobs 2021

Organization: Cardno International Development

Job Location: Kampala, Uganda

Cardno International Development Profile:

Cardno International Development (ID) manages a number of donor-funded programs throughout the world and engages in international development as a holistic, multidisciplinary and integrated process. Strengthened by our geographic and market diversity, we are committed to providing innovative and integrated solutions that create opportunities for significant, lasting change in emerging economies. Collaborating with multilateral and bilateral donors, private clients, governments and communities to develop sustainable solutions to complex challenges, we work with local counterparts to achieve meaningful impact. Cardno has implemented more than 120 projects in Uganda.

Job Summary:

The USAID Feed the Future Uganda Institutional and Systems Strengthening (ISS) Activity is a five-year Activity implemented by Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. The goal of the Activity is for key national level Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) and industry apex organizations (IAOs) that are vital to driving inclusive agriculture-led economic growth to fulfill their mandate, leading to pathways to prosperity, improved resilience, and better nutrition for the people of Uganda. The purpose of the Activity is to improve the performance and structures of MDAs and IAOs. This purpose will be achieved through the following four objectives: (1) Improve the internal processes of selected MDAs and IAOs, making them more responsive to the needs of their consumers, members, and the general public; (2) Improve the policy framework that supports the functionality of selected MDAs and IAOs; (3) Strengthen key capacity elements of select MDAs and IAOs to perform their mandates; and (4) Strengthen the “structures” or key vertical and horizontal linkages within, between and among institutions so that they work together more effectively to achieve their goals.

The Office Assistant will be responsible for maintaining a clean and operable workspace for staff and visitors. S/He will stock management of groceries, office cleaning supplies, or other necessary items for smooth functioning of the ISS Activity office space. She/he will provide support to arrange for teas/meals or other necessities during events /conferences as need arises.

Roles and Responsibilities:

This position requires a well-organized person to ensure the office is tidy. S/he will:

• Clean all office areas and ensure the office is tidy
• Dust and organize all office areas
• Arrange for staff and visitor teas and during meetings/workshops
• Ensure groceries are in stock and maintain stock registers
• Support photocopying of documents when requested
• Ensure office is open and ready for use daily; close office at the end of the day
• Supervise office deep cleaning services
• Ensure office utility bills are cleared
• Order and re-stock kitchen consumables
• Any other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position with international organizations.
• Strong level of attention to detail
• Work experienced with USAID funded project is a plus.
• Must be a Ugandan citizen.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and time sensitive requests
• Fluency in English

Estimated Period of Performance: The opening is a full-time position and will require staff time of 40 hours a week.

Estimated LoE: This is a long-term position and is based in Kampala.

Reporting: The Office Assistant will report to the Admin. Assistant

How To Apply for Cardno International Development Uganda Jobs

Send an updated CV and a 1-page cover letter describing your pertinent qualifications and experience to info@ftfugandaiss.com. Late applications will not be reviewed.

Deadline: 19th November 2021 at 4:00 pm

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