C U R R I C U LU M VI TAE

KAWUNYIRA SIIRA

Tel: +256 774 135521

siirakawunyira@yahoo.co.uk

PROFILE
I am a Ugandan male born on 07th June 1972 in Mukono District. Am a self–motivated,
honest, hard working and always commited to my work.
More than eight years of extensive and diverse experience in storekeeping and logistic
operations. Two years in charge of logistical support to food distribution and repatriation
activities implemented by Aktion Afrika Hilfe e.V in Adjumani and Moyo districts. More than
one year as Logistics Assistant in charge of Assets management, VHF/HF radio
communication and supplies dispatching.

Working Experience
Position : Logistics Assistant
Period : March 2007 to Date
Employer: Oxfam GB in Uganda
Location: Kampala
Job Summary: provide efficient support to the logistics and procurement activities required
of Kampala and the project offices according to the established policies and procedures of
the Uganda programme
Main tasks
 Coordinating the reception of any supplies or goods in transit to and from
programmes supported by Kampala Office
 Maintaining a system of tracking assets/Inventory and updating as appropriate
 Maintaining Oxfam GB stores according to Oxfam GB policy
 Ensure adequate documentation, filling and overall maintenance of logistics records
 Support the Logistics team at any stage of the procurement process as delegated
 HF/VHF Radio Communication linkage between Country office and field Programmes
Position : Logistics Officer
Period : June 2005 – March 2007
Employer: Aktion Afrika Hilfe e.V
Location: Adjumani
Job Summary: Plan and provide logistical support to all sectors in the implementation of
programme activities and oversee transport and stores management
Main tasks
 Established and maintained an efficient stores management system for safe storage
and internal control of movement of commodities
 Critically analysed procurement, stores, fuel and construction reports to generate
monthly, quarterly and annual reports
 Coordinated food distribution activities and logistics
 Supervised a team of logistics staff and developed their capacity for better
performance and prompt response to the needs of beneficiaries
 Maintained a transparent system of tendering, evaluation and award of contracts.
Position : Stores Supervisor
Period : 1999 – May 2005
Employer: Aktion Afrika Hilfe e. V
Location: Moyo - Palorinya
Four years supervising a group of 12 loaders, 2 store attendants and a store clerk
managing Palorinya Extended Delivery Point. Succeeded in timely presentation of daily
and periodic stock reports
Developed my understanding of stores management, team work and skills in logistical
organization.
Awarded certificate of recognition for achievements in this capacity
Responsibilities:
 Compiled monthly, weekly and daily reports
 Accounted for store activities of receipt, dispatch, loading and offloading
 Drew up storage plans for all stores
 Carried out routine inspection of stored commodities and storage structures

position : Stores Clerk

Period : 1996 - 1998
Employer: Aktion Afrika Hilfe e. V
Location: Moyo - Palorinya
Regularly responsible for the management of the Extended Delivery Point (EDP). Worked
in a team whose roles cut across Food, Non food items and food storage facilities. Mainly
supervising loaders and clerical work in the store.
Developed excellent storekeeping principles and practices that significantly helped to improve
the performance of the EDP.
Responsibilities:
 Maintained efficient handling and stacking of stores
 Kept proper store documents and records
 Computed monthly loading and offloading payments for porters.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Course : Uganda Diploma in Business Studies
Institution : The National College of Business Studies Kampala, UGANDA
Period : 1993 – 1995

Course : Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education

Institution : Wampeewo Ntake secondary School
Period : 1991 – 1992

Course : Uganda Certificate of Education

Institution : St John Bosco Kamuli SS
Period : 1987 – 1990

TRAININGS/COURSES
Course: Stores management and Materials control
Institution: Uganda Management Institute
Award: Certificate
Period: 2nd to 6th August 2004

Course: Transport Management for effective cost recovery and sustainable operation
Institution: Uganda Management Institute
Award: Certificate
Period: 26th to 30th September 2005

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Course: Microsoft Excel 2000 Level 2
Period: 05th to 09th May 2008
Skills: Competent in Lotus Notes, Microsoft office applications of Word, Excel, and
Access

Languages: Luganda – native; English – fluent; Swahili – basic communication

Interest: I Enjoy meeting people and experiencing new cultures, reading and writing

References:

Employer
Mr. Savio Carvalho
Country director
Oxfam GB in Uganda,
Phone +256 414 390500

Line Manager

Mr. Kalunda Alfred,

Logistics Officer
Oxfam GB in Uganda,
Phone +256 414 390510
Cell phone +256 772 438065

M/s Aliga Regina,

Field Monitor - AAH
Cell phone +256 772 334122