This
is a fantastic opportunity to work with a Christian ministry that is committed
to evangelism, discipleship and social concern. Students are the heart of this
ministry and our passion is to see them transformed and impacting society
positively. The Fellowship Of Christian Unions (FOCUS Uganda) is therefore
looking for applicants for the following positions;
1.
Fundraising and Events Officer.
Job Purpose: To support existing events
and create new events that are aligned with the organizations vision and mission
to raise funds and create awareness of the ministry.
Ideal candidates must;
·
have
excellent people skills,
·
be
highly organized,
·
have
experience in organizing successful events,
·
be
innovative and enthusiastic,
·
believe
in the student cause
·
be
able to be flexible
·
possess
excellent written and verbal skills
·
be
willing to travel
·
develop
and support new and existing annual events
Requirements
·
Mature
Christian
·
A
Bachelors degree
·
Fundraising,
events planning experience required
·
Strong
computer skills
2. Head of Friends
of FOCUS
Job Purpose: To manage, motivate,
recruit and renew relationships with friends of FOCUS in the different strata
of society so that they can support the work through prayer, finance and other
means.
Ideal candidates must;
·
Have
excellent people skills
·
An
upbeat and enthusiastic attitude
·
Must
be able to work as part of a team
·
Resourceful
in solving problems
·
Be
able to maintain and cultivate new relationships for the ministry
·
Keep
a link with the university and college students alive
·
Keep
accurate records of all partners involved i.e. database
·
Have
excellent written and verbal communication skills
·
Be
able to mobilize fund
·
Link
the ministry with all the different professional groups
Requirements
·
A
Bachelors degree
·
Mature
Christian
·
Strong
computer skills
·
Experience
in a similar position with be an added advantage
3. Fundraising and
Communications Officer
Job Purpose: To establish, manage, disseminate
information inside and outside the ministry through its networks in order to
expand awareness and keep members updated.
Ideal candidates;
·
Must
be able to lead and coordinate the process of communication with all the
stakeholders of the ministry
·
Prepare
communication for the organizations fliers and brochures
·
Are
responsible for the timely and quality production and distribution of the
official newsletter and promotional materials for marketing effectiveness.
·
Through
Social media (Face book, Website, Apps) – ensure that the stakeholders
are kept updated with the most current and accurate information.
·
Mobilize
necessary funds and other forms of resources to support the ministry in a
sustainable way from local and international sources.
·
Perform
public relations roles
·
Possess
excellent people skills
·
Have
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
·
Provide
publicity for the ministry through TV, Radio and other forms of media
Requirements
·
Bachelors
degree in Mass Communication, Marketing
·
Mature
Christian
·
Strong
computer skills with a bias towards IT
·
Strong
written and verbal communication skills
·
Passionate
about the student cause
4. Book Sales
Officer
Job Purpose: Create market for the
books available in the FOCUS existing database and inspire a reading culture
among the FOCUS constituents.
Ideal candidates must:
·
Be
able to organize and utilize a detailed computerized book database.
·
Possess
strong sales and marketing skills
·
Be
highly organized in planning and executing work
·
Enjoy
innovation and use a creative approach to book sales
·
Have
strong supervision skills
·
Have
excellent financial management skills
·
Possess
strong people skills
Requirements;
·
Bachelors
Degree (The Commerce and marketing field will be an added advantage)
·
Mature
Christian
·
An
avid reader
- Finance
and Administration Officer
Main Responsibilities
·
Ensuring all financial transactions are
documented and recorded according to generally accepted accounting standards,
i.e. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Nonconsumable resources, Payroll
(including the payment of taxes and filing of tax reports).
·
Preparing the accounting information
and financial reports
·
Providing financial information and
reports for the effective management of the ministry This includes assisting
the staff and leadership with variance analysis and provides financial
information for the annual planning and budgeting process.
·
Supervising and delegating tasks to the
Camp site and literature distribution staff.
·
Responsible for requisitioning and
transferring funds to departments in a timely manner.
·
Plan, coordinate and oversee activities
required for smooth running of events including management of al organization
assets.
·
Support the planning and budgeting for
activities.
·
Coordinate and support staff in all
their activities.
Qualifications and
experience:
- A
Bachelors degree in Commerce or a related field. Must be Computer
Literate and have at least three years working experience at a similar
job.
Skills:
·
Strong interpersonal skills, commitment
to work within a team environment, clear communication and good time management
skills.
Character and
personality qualifications;
·
Relationship and commitment to Jesus
Christ.
·
Commitment to FOCUS mission and vision.
·
Spiritual maturity, consisting of the
ability to work with diverse people in a non judgmental way, but assertively is
crucial.
To apply,
bring your written application to FOCUS offices with a cover letter, Curriculum
vitae and copies of your academic papers.
Address
to:
FOCUS Uganda
P. O. Box 16415
Kampala
Please specify on the envelope the
vacancy you are applying for.
Deadline: 15th August 2013
Only successful applicants will be
shortlisted and contacted for interviews