PARLIAMENTARY COMMISSION CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The Parliamentary Commission invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant positions in the Parliamentary Service, Parliament of Uganda. Applications, with an attached curriculum vitae and CERTIFIED copies of transcripts, academic and professional certificates should be addressed to the Secretary, Parliamentary Commission and hand delivered to the Parliamentary Registry, Room No. 112, 1 st Floor, South Wing, Parliament Building or sent by post to P. O. Box 7178 KAMPALA. The applications should reach the Secretary, Parliamentary Commission not later than Friday 11 th April, 2014. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Parliamentary Commission: External Job Posting, March 2014 Page 1
INTERNAL AUDIT DIVISION JOB TITLE : CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR SALARY SCALE : PC1E NO. OF VACANCIES : 1(ONE) AGE LIMIT : 30 YEARS AND ABOVE REPORTS TO : CHAIRPERSON, PARLIAMENTARY COMMISSION PURPOSE OF THE JOB To provide independent, effective and efficient internal audit management services the Parliamentary Commission. Education and Qualifications An Honours Bachelor s Degree with Finance or Accounting (option) from a recognized University/ Institution, with full professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA or CIA. Or Full Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA or CIA In addition he/she must posses a Masters Degree in Finance or Accounting related field. He/she should have at least nine (9) years relevant work experience in accounting or audit function, three of which should have been obtained at Principal Officer level in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization. Must be a member of an Audit or Accounting professional body. To provide leadership to the Internal Audit Division of the service To plan for and manage internal audit activities in the Parliamentary Commission To oversee the development and implementation of an audit strategy, audit plan and risk management plan. To ensure continuous risk assessment of organizational and financial procedures To prepare and submit audit reports to management and the Audit Committee To develop and manage an internal audit information system. To provide support to external audit activities and processes To budget for and manage the resources of the Audit Division To supervise, develop and appraise subordinate staff To carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Competencies, Skills and Abilities Demonstrable knowledgeable of government audit practices and procedures Possesses effective written and oral communication skills Sound judgment and analytical skills Ability to take initiative, lead and motivate staff in the Division Good ethical standing and integrity. Parliamentary Commission: External Job Posting, March 2014 Page 2
JOB TITLE : PRINCIPAL INTERNAL AUDITOR SALARY SCALE : PC2 NO. OF VACANCIES : 1(ONE) AGE LIMIT : 28 YEARS AND ABOVE REPORTS TO : CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR PURPOSE OF THE JOB To carry out independent and objective evaluation of the Parliamentary Commission s operations and processes for conformity with relevant statutory regulations Education and Qualifications An Honours Bachelor s Degree with Finance or Accounting (option) from a recognized University/ Institution, with full professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA or CIA. Or Full Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA or CIA In addition he/she must posses at least a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance or Accounting related field. He/ She should have at least six (6) years relevant work experience in accounting or audit function, three of which should have been obtained at Senior Officer level in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization. Must be a member of an Audit or Accounting professional body. To participate in developing up to date audit frameworks and tools To conduct and follow up on all internal audits, including preliminary surveys. To prepare written post audit reports for submission to the Parliamentary Commission To ensure adherence to acceptable audit practices, procedures and standards To conduct special and forensic investigations and audits. To carry out audits of computerized accounting systems. To carry out risk assessment and propose mitigation strategies To prepare periodic audit reports. To supervise and manage performance of subordinate staff. To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Competencies, Skills and abilities Demonstrable knowledgeable of government audit practices and procedures Possesses effective written and oral communication skills Sound judgment and analytical skills Ability to take initiative, lead and motivate staff in the Division Good ethical standing and integrity. Parliamentary Commission: External Job Posting, March 2014 Page 3
HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT JOB TITLE : SENIOR MEDICAL OFFICER SALARY SCALE : PC3 NO. OF VACANCIES : 1 (ONE) AGE LIMIT : 28 YEARS AND ABOVE REPORTS TO : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCE PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To coordinate and manage health and wellness programmes in the Parliamentary of Uganda. Education and Qualifications: A Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Degree from a recognized University/ Institution; He or she should be registered by the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council of Uganda A postgraduate qualification in Health Management related field shall be an added advantage. At least three (3) years work experience in Medicine, or Clinical practice from a registered medical institution. To provide leadership to the Health and Safety Unit To plan and budget for health services for MPs and Staff; To evaluate and appraise the performance of the medical insurance scheme; To coordinate procurement of medical supplies and equipment in adherence to the National Health Service Delivery Standards To diagnose and manage medical cases among staff and Members of Parliament To manage the operationalization of the Occupational Health and Safety policy of Parliament To develop and manage health information management system. To coordinate sensitization programs on PHC/ HIV&AIDS, employee wellness programs and periodic health initiatives/event To supervise and appraise subordinate staff; To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time Skills and Abilities Diagnostic and interpretation skills Effective leadership, planning, organizing, coordinating and team building abilities; Counseling, good communication and interpersonal relations skills Analytical and report writing skills Parliamentary Commission: External Job Posting, March 2014 Page 4
SEARGENT AT ARMS DEPARTMENT JOB TITLE : FRONT DESK OFFICER (Re-advertised) SALARY SCALE : PC4 NO. OF VACANCIES : ONE (1) AGE LIMIT : 21 YEARS AND ABOVE JOB STATUS : PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE REPORTS TO : PRINCIPAL ASSISTANT SEARGEANT-AT-ARMS PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To manage the operations of the Front Desk Education and Qualifications: An Honours Bachelor s Degree in any of the following Disciplines: Leisure and Hospitality Management, or Public Relations, or Office Management, or Hotel Management/ Institutional Catering, or Communication Studies or from a recognized Institution To perform front desk administrative duties and offer good customer care services to both internal clients To collaborate with Parliamentary security personnel on control of access and adhering to security procedures To provide general help desk services To receive and direct visitors To maintain a front desk visitor s register To participate in organizing parliamentary ceremonies and events To deliver internal mail and personal documents services To supervise and appraise subordinate staff To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time Skills and Abilities Customer care, communication and public relations skills Articulate, cordial, hospitable and pleasant personality Good telephone etiquette Good people management and interpersonal Parliamentary Commission: External Job Posting, March 2014 Page 5
JOB TITLE : FRONT DESK ASSISTANT (Re-advertised) SALARY SCALE : PC5 NO. OF VACANCIES : TWO (2) AGE LIMIT : 21 YEARS AND ABOVE JOB STATUS : PERMANENT AND PENSIONABLE REPORTS TO : FRONT DESK OFFICER PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To manage the operations of the Front Desk Education and Qualifications: A Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Leisure and Hospitality Management, or Public Relations, or Office Management, or Hotel Management/ Institutional Catering, or Communication Studies or from a recognized Institution To receive, guide and direct visitors within the Parliamentary precincts To receive and deliver all incoming mail, ministerial policy statements and official documents for MPs and staff To attend to telephone enquiries in a professional and courteous manner To keep safe custody of documents and property relating to front desk activities. To deliver internal mail and personal documents services To receive and direct visitors To maintain a front desk visitor s register To participate in organizing parliamentary ceremonies and events To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time Skills and Abilities Customer care, communication and public relations skills Articulate, cordial, hospitable and pleasant personality Good telephone etiquette Good people management and interpersonal Parliamentary Commission: External Job Posting, March 2014 Page 6