Coordinator at Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS)

Job Title: Coordinator
AMASA 10

Organization: Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
About UNAS:
Uganda National Academy of Sciences (UNAS) is an honorary membership
organization that comprises of a diverse group of scientists from physical,
biological, social and behavioral sciences. Its mission is to generate,
promote, share and use scientific knowledge and to give evidence-based advice
to Government and Civil Society. UNAS provides unbiased, evidence-based
trustworthy information that can be used by policy makers, industry leaders,
scientists, academicians, donors and civil society for improving health and
development in Uganda and the world.



Job Summary: UNAS will be
hosting the 10th Annual Meeting of African Science Academies (AMASA 10) in
November 2014 and wishes to recruit a Coordinator, who will take lead in
organizing and ensuring the success of this meeting. S(he) will be working with
the team at the UNAS secretariat. This is a 14 months appointment.



Key Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate, liaise and interact with the
    Local and International Organizing Committees
  • Provide back up and support to the above
    mentioned committees.
  • Coordinate and offer support to the
    Consensus Study Committee
  • Prepare background papers and technical
    summaries
  • Assist in preparation of position papers
    and any other documentation that may be required
  • Participate in relevant preparatory
    meetings and conferences as may be required.
  • Offer support to the logistics team in
    preparation of the relevant meetings.
  • Provide support and follow up on fund
    raising initiatives.
  • Active participation in regular staff team
    and one-to-one individual meetings; compile and share research / best
    practices, learning experiences and ideas for the benefit of AMASA 10 and
    UNAS in general.
  • Any other duties that may be assigned and
    delegated by the Executive Secretary
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
  • The applicant should possess a Masters
    degree.
  • Proven experience in organizational and
    communication skills.
  • Good research background
  • Ability to communicate (verbal and
    written), collaborate and possess networking skills.
  • Ability to write fundable proposals
  • Ability to meet deadlines. 
  • Good diplomatic and interpersonal skills
  • High caliber of confidence, discretion and
    time management
  • Good information technology skills.
  • Possession of a relevant Post graduate
    qualification is an added advantage
How to Apply:
All candidates should endeavor to send their applications consisting of
a letter of interest and detailed Curriculum Vitae should be sent by email to unas@unas.or.ug,
NB: If you are not
contacted by end of October 2013, please consider your application
unsuccessful.
Deadline: Monday 14th October
2013

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