About US Embassy:
Welcome to the United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda. The United States has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years. Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
· United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
· Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
· Peace Corps
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Residence manager will be oversee the coordination and supervision of household staff
· Oversees maintenance of the residence, including cleaning and household organization, both indoors and outdoors.
· Temporarily fulfilling responsibilities of other staff members when needed.
· Takes overall responsibility for the planning and execution, often on short notice, of all the varied and numerous events held at the residence.
· Responsible for menu planning, shopping and procurement for representational events and the overall general operation of the residence.
· Responsible for keeping records and logs of household assets, household purchases, duty rosters of household and temporary-hire staff, and expenditures.
· The incumbent will work flexible hours, in order to manage and serve at receptions, dinner parties, and other events.
· Performing other related duties as assigned by the employer
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate for the Residence Manager to the U.S. Ambassador career opportunity should have a minimum of two years’ experience in a related job.
· Prior hospitality industry experience is an added advantage .
· Ability to manage a small budget/bookkeeping.
· Skills and experience in menu planning, shopping and procurement for representational events and the overall general operation of the residence.
· Ability to supervise others.
· Basic computer and internet skills, basic knowledge of Word and Excel.
· Familiarity with Continental and/or American entertaining styles and cuisine, and willingness to cook and serve when necessary.
· Proven ability to multi-task and work independently with little or no supervision, while managing with a positive and energetic manner the varying requests and requirements of multiple parties.
· Excellent interpersonal skills: The ability to work amicably in a high-pressure environment.
· The Residence Manager must be able to work independently, exercise tact in dealing with all levels of personnel and must have supervisory skills.
· Language Requirement: Level III spoken and written English ability is required.
How to Apply:
All applicants for this position are encouraged to send the following;
· A written cover letter
· A current resume or curriculum vitae, and
· Documentation (e.g. licenses, certificates, awards earned) that addresses the minimum requirements of this position listed above.
The application and copies of all supporting materials should be sent to:
Human Resources Office,
Plot 1577 Ggaba Road
P.O. Box 7007,
Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 4th January, 2016.