The Microfinance Support Centre Limited (MSC) is a Government of Uganda (GOU) owned company. MSC was incorporated in 2001 as a company limited by guarantee. It is the linchpin of GOU microcredit programmes under Rural Financial Services Strategy (RFSS).
The RFSS is a component of the Prosperity for Ail programs [PFA],
MSC offers affordable financial and Business Development services with a goal to maximize outreach and deliver demand driven credit. The credit is offered through loan funds and loan products that support the agricultural production value chain namely; production, value addition and marketing. The company also offers business development services with a goal to assist her clients upgrade their capacities to manage their businesses profitably.
The Company seeks to recruit suitable persons to fill the following vacant position in its establishment.
Administrative Officer – Level 5
JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for all administrative and logistical support function of the company. To ensure safety and maintenance of the company’s Assets and equipment.
REPORTS TO: Chief Finance Officer
Terms of Employment: A contract of six months
Key tasks and responsibilities:
1. Responsible for office allocation, maintenance and safety at all times.
2. Manage tenancy, safety and maintenance of Company’s assets.
3. Responsible for managing the distribution of office supplies and tendering accountabilities.
4. Manage stores and its records to ensure adequate stock levels.
5. Responsible for Company machinery and equipment and ensure they are regularly serviced and maintained in good running conditions.
6. Manage company fleet and transport services
7. Manage the performance of staff who directly report to him/her.
8. Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Job requirement
Person Specifications:
The position requires the following minimum qualifications:
a) An Honors Degree in Social Science, Economics, Business Administration or a related field from a recognized University;
b) A Post graduate diploma in Public Administration is an added advantage.
c) At least 03 years experience in a similar job 3 of which should have been at middle level management.
d) Experience in procurement, logistics and general administration in busy Institution;
e) Self -driven with high sense of responsibility, working with minimum supervision and capable of meeting tight deadlines;
f) Good knowledge of computer applications.
g) Strong interpersonal skills
h) Self driven and the highest level of responsibility.
i) Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision,
j) Aged 30 years and above.
How to apply
Candidates with the requisite qualifications should send their applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae together with copies of academic certificates and testimonial with at least 3 referees one of whom should be their current Supervisors. Applications to be received not later than 02.09.2011 at 5:00 p.m. to the address here below clearly stating the job title and addressed to:
The Director,
Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
Plot 44-52, Jinja Road
P.O. Box 20131,
Kampala.
