About US:
The Government of The Republic of Uganda has received funds from Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) and the Government of Uganda for rehabilitation and expansion of Kayunga and Yumbe Hospitals. The project objective is to deliver the Uganda National Minimum Health Care Package (UNMHCP), through improvement of Health Infrastructure.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Secretary cordially answers telephones and gives information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
The incumbent will be in charge of organizing project workshops and meetings.
Schedules and confirm appointments for clients and supervisors.
Sets up and maintains paper and electronic filing systems for records,-correspondence, and other material.
The incumbent also takes dictation in shorthand and transcribes information.
In charge of recording, routing and filing correspondences.
Coordinates conferences and meetings.
The Secretary operates electronic mail systems and coordinates the flow of information both internally and to other organizations
Responsible for ordering and distributing office supplies.
Operates office equipment such as computers, fax machines, photocopiers, and telephone systems
Performs any other duties as assigned by the Project Administrator.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicants for the Secretary vacancy should hold an Advanced Level certificate of Education. Also, candidates must hold a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized Institution.
Highly computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Internet
Applicants should have a typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.
The ideal candidates must have good customer care and public relations skills.
How to Apply:
All interested but suitably qualified individuals should send their applications accompanied with detailed curriculum Vitae, copies of academic/professional certificates should be delivered to the address below;
Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Health,
Plot 6 Lourdel Road – Nakasero,
First floor, Room No. C107,
P.O. Box 7272 , Kampala.
Deadline: 20th August 2015 by 1700 hrs