Accounts Assistant Job Vacancy at Volcanoes Safaris

Job title: Accounts Assistant
REPORT TO: Finance Manager
Location: Kampala
Country: Uganda
Job Description (Duties):

Duties and Responsibilities:

Managing Accounts Receivables and Payables.
Dealing with payroll issues.
Filing of VAT returns on a monthly basis and other statutory reporting.
Dealing with accountabilities and allocating them accurately through postings.
Records, classifies and summarizes accounting transactions.
Compiles and assembles various documents for data entry, verifying accuracy of itemized charges, account numbers, and total costs.
Data entry/Posting of transactions in Tally.
Manages collections from debtors and payments to creditors.
Selects correct accounts, posts, verifies, balance debit and credit entries.
Reconciles accounts and assists in the compilation of reports.
Applies a working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations; verifies documents for completeness and compliance with government and private agencies.
Maintains records through filing, retrieval, retention, storage, compilation, coding, updating and purging.
Respond for inquiries and checking accounting transactions to locate and resolve discrepancies.
Provides according services to the senior management and individuals or organizations outside of the organization, such as government agencies and banks.
Uses various software applications such as MS Excel and Tally to assemble, manipulate and/or format and/or reports.
Strong understanding of accounting concepts.
Strong practical skills for Tally Accounting Software.
Strong awareness of Uganda's tax systems.


Necessary Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree in B.com (Accounting)
ACCA or CPA qualification will be an added advantage.
2 Years professional experience and use of software applications, databases, spreadsheets and proficiency in Tally.
Good team player and quick decision maker.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Presentable individual.

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers to;

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to volcanoejobs@nftconsult.com. ( In the Subject line please indicate the position you are applying for i.e "Accounts Assistant")

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Deadline: 12th April 2011

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Jobs Vacancies at Nestle East Africa Region

Job title: Channel Category Sales Development Executive
Location: Kampala
Country: Uganda
Job Description (Duties):

Job Purpose:

Responsible for executing, coordinating and monitoring in order to achieve Channel Category objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Identify channels in Market and Classify outlets; the candidate will have to identify key channels for the category he or she is handling and assess channels for attractiveness and recommend prioritization.
Develop channel Objectives and strategies and work closely with the sales team to achieve the same.
Combine consumer and trade activities.
Planning process facilitation and coordination.
Proactively work with the sales team of the country in ensuring country sales objectives are met. Suggest action on bridging sales gaps as and when it arises.


Necessary Qualifications:

University graduate.
3-5 years experience in the Sales/Marketing field.
Product and local market knowledge.
Ability to multi-task.
Thorough understanding of company strategies.
Local trade and international retailers knowledge.
Broad knowledge and understanding of customer needs and consumer behavior.
Retail and field management knowledge.
Good written and oral communication skills.

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers to;

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to nestlejobs@nftconsult.com. ( In the Subject line please indicate the position you are applying for i.e "CCSDE")

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Deadline: 12th April 2011

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Nestle East Africa Jobs Vacancies -Area Sales Supervisors

Job Title : Area Sales Supervisor
REPORT TO: Area Sales Manager
Location: Kampala
Country: Uganda
Job Description (Duties):

Job Purpose:

To effectively develop and manage an Area Sales and Merchandising organization, incorporating operational implementation of plans set by the Customer Business Teams, ensuring executional excellence and delivery of the in-store POP objectives for the Foods and Beverages, Confectionery and Nutrition Categories.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Development, Execution and Evaluation of Area Business Plan.
Achievement and monitoring of agreed area targets.
To effectively develop and manage the Area Operational Field Sales Force.
Management, Control and Development of Area Sales (Bicycle Sales Reps) and Merchandisers Agents.
Analysis and utilization of Key data by Area for Channel, category and customer.
Development of area customer relationships through monthly operational reviews.
Effective implementation of communication through weekly sales meetings with area sales force.
Complete all administrative duties, legibly and correctly, by the set deadlines, as detailed the sales representative appraisal report.
Identify and communicate new business opportunities and all competitor activity, to the Area Sales Manager via the weekly call sheet.
Negotiate and advise customers of price increases, new products and promotions.
Implementation and execution of customer plans and category POP drivers within the Area.


Necessary Qualifications:

Diploma in Business, Marketing or related field.
Nestle product knowledge.
3 years sales experience (including field based exposure)
Sound understanding of the Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industry.
Sound negotiating skills.
Knowledge of financial implications and awareness.
High level of attention to detail.
Leadership quality and skills.

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers to;

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to nestlejobs@nftconsult.com. ( In the Subject line please indicate the position you are applying for i.e "Area Sales Supervisor")

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Deadline: 12th April 2011

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Policy Administrator Job Vacancy at Sanlam Life Insurance

Job Title: Policy Administrator
Location: Kampala
Country: Uganda
Job Description (Duties):

Duties and Responsibilities:

Capturing and management of all Life policies, including but not limited to, Individual Life, Group Life, Credit Life Policies.
Contact Clients relating to Spot checks, Additional Information, Policy Maintenance, Claims.
Follow-up with banks in respect of Direct Debits.
Ensuring payments are captured and reflected on the Administration (Orfeo) system.
Identifying gaps and learning opportunities.
Support team leaders where required.
Liaise with corporate client, brokers, banks, re-insurance and other stakeholders with respect to policies, claims and premiums.
Ensure pro-active identification of system gaps, processes and policy alignment when necessary.
File application forms for all policies.
Issue and distribute policy applications to clients.
Processing all insurance claims.
Carefully maintain all records related to the claims and also submit related to management as required.
Manage and account for all the policy administrative resources like policy jackets, files, water mark papers etc.


Necessary Qualifications:

Relevant diploma or degree.
Advanced computer skills.
Insurance experience
Customer relationship experience.

Competencies:

Demonstrate excellent oral and written communications.
Able to make presentations to small groups of people, including co-workers, leadership and agency representatives.
Effectively present information and respond to questions.
Summarizes information and data and communicate trends and/or significant meaning effectively.
Demonstrate ability to solve problems.
Demonstrate ability to work towards and achieve individual and team goals.
Coach and mentor team members to enhance learning and development.
Consistently plan, organize and prioritize a variety of tasks and responsibilities to achieve goals and objectives. Consistently manage multiple priorities, making best use of time to achieve goals and objectives.
Work to consistently improve operational effectiveness including the development and implementation of workflow environments.
Meet tasks, projects and business objective within prescribed quality and time standards.
Identify gaps and making proposals with reference to the life platform.

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit in person a typed up-to-date CV and application letter with copies of your academic papers to;

NFT Consult – Uganda,Kisozi Complex, Plot 6/8 Kyaggwe Road, Nakasero
Tel: +256 0414237904 / 24, 0312266904

If applying online, please send an email to sanlamjobs@nftconsult.com. ( In the Subject line please indicate the position you are applying for i.e "Policy Administrator")

Attach your CV and application letter ONLY; please merge them into ONE file in MS word or PDF format.

DO NOT attach scanned academic papers or documents when applying online.

Deadline: 15th April 2011

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