Project Manager Job Vacancy at National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Project Manager

Organization: National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda
Reports To:  Director Environmental Monitoring and Compliance

About NEMA:

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) is a semi-autonomous institution, established in May 1995 under the National Environment Act CAP 153 and became operational in December 1995, as the principal agency in Uganda, charged with the responsibility of coordinating, monitoring, regulating and supervising environmental management in the country.

Job Summary:

The Project Manager will plan, promote, manage and deliver the project outputs, working with stakeholders to meet the Project’s strategic objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:-

-Ensure the timely and effective implementation of the project
-Plan the activities of the project and monitor progress against the approved work-plan;
-Drafting terms of references and work specifications and overseeing all contractors’ work;
-Monitor events as determined in the project monitoring schedule plan, and update the plan as required;
-Manage requests for the provision of financial resources by UNDP, through advance of funds,  direct payments, or reimbursement using the FACE (Fund Authorisation and Certificate of
Expenditures);
-Monitor financial resources and accounting to ensure accuracy and reliability of financial reports;
-Be responsible for preparing and submitting financial reports to UNDP on a quarterly basis through the Director Finance of NEMA;
-Manage and monitor the project risks initially identified and submit new risks to the project board  for consideration and decision on possible actions if required; update the status of these risks by  maintaining the project risks log;
-Coordinate with UNDP and project partners to prepare mandatory reports that are part of the process of monitoring, evaluation and project budget in accordance with the requirements of (the) donor (s) specified in (the ) project document and / or when they are asked.
--Capture lessons learnt during project implementation – a lessons learnt log can be used in this regard
-Perform regular progress reporting to NEMA for presentation to the project board as required
-Prepare the annual performance review report (APR)/Project implementation report (PIR), and submit the report to the project board and the outcome group;
-Prepare the annual work plan and quarterly plans for each year in accordance with UNDP guidelines,
-Update the Atlas Project Management module if external access is made available.
-Supervise the Project Finance and Administrative Assistant to ensure timely delivery financial reports required by UNDP
-Liaise with project focal persons in each district and Kidepo Conservation Area on implementation  of landscape level activities
-Liaise with relevant Government agency and donors/NGO’s on behalf of NEMA;
-Link with other GEF project Managers for purposes of sharing lessons learnt and good practices from implementing the project.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Forestry, Wildlife management, Environmental Science and/or other related fields. Any other additional relevant qualifications are an added advantage.
-At least a minimum of ten (10) years working experience  in wildlife / forestry / biodiversity conservation and management in Uganda .Five (5) of which should be in Project/Programme Management.
-Working knowledge and experience with Government of Uganda Agencies is desirable
-Good understanding of GEF and UNDP finance and administrative procedures will be an added advantage
-Experience in managing multi-stakeholder develop Management projects
-Ability to administer budgets, supervise staff at all levels and interact with local stakeholders and Government officials
-Strong drafting, editing, reporting and presentation skills
-Proficiency in use of computer applications and packages (Excel and word among others)
-Excellent writing and communication skills
-Demonstrates / Safeguards Ethics and Integrity
-Demonstrates corporate knowledge and sound judgment
-Acts as a team player and facilitates team work
-Facilitates and encourages open communication in the team, communicates effectively;
-Shares knowledge and encourages the learning of others.

How to Apply:
All applicants should send their handwritten applications either by hand or via electronic mail and/or  through post office enclosing copies of certificates/testimonials and detailed curriculum vitae indicating three professional referees addressed to:-
The Executive Director
National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
NEMA House, Plot 17/19/21 Jinja Road
P.O. Box 22255
Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 1st November 2013 by 5.00 pm

Note:
Applicants who will not have heard from us December 15, 2013 should consider their applications unsuccessful.
NEMA is an equal opportunity employer.

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Community Development Assistant Job Vacancies at World Vision Uganda

Job Title:Community Development Assistant (4 Vacancies)

Organisation: World Vision Uganda
Project:Farmer Managed Natural Resources (FMNR)
Reports to:Programme Manager
Duty Station:Kotido, Abim, Nakasongola & Kibaale, Uganda

About WVU:

World Vision Uganda is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy Non-Government Organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We currently work in over 40 districts in Uganda. World Vision is committed to the protection of children and we will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. “Our Vision for every child, Life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every Heart, the will to make it so.”

Job Summary:

The Community Development Assistants will ensure quality and timely implementation of the FMNR project, while building momentum for a strong FMNR movement within respective districts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Project implementation:

-Carry out the planning and preparation of TORs for all FMNR activities in consultation with relevant stakeholders and WVU staff.
-Budget and account for all funds that are needed for FMNR activities in line with the agreed upon work plan and budget.
-With support from the district technical team, implement all FMNR activities in a timely manner and according to the work plan.
-Support ICRAF staff to implement FMNR activities within the district.
-In collaboration with Design, Monitoring and Evaluation team, ensure proper semi- annual and annual assessments of FMNR activities and that all the M & E findings/ recommendations are incorporated in the subsequent  project designs;
-Participate in quality review, national level events and capacity building meetings;
-Advise the project coordinator of quality assurance issues regarding the FMNR project within the district

2. Mobilisation and awareness creation:

-Mobilize district and sub county officers in relevant offices to participate in sensitization and training of communities as well as supporting FMNR interventions
-Create awareness among leaders of different categories at different levels about FMNR i.e. politicians, local leaders, traditional leaders and elders etc
-Mobilizing the different community groups and members (men, women, youth, children etc) for trainings and sensitization meetings
-Using media like radio and print media, reach as many people as possible with the message of FMNR

3. Capacity building and training:

Mobilizing and training groups on the Farmer field school (FFS) methodology and facilitating FMNR related FFSs to be formed.
-Building the capacity of teachers and head teachers on the FMNR methodology with the aim of introducing it to the pupils/students
-Conducting training for NGOs, CBOs and WVUganda staff within the district that may request for it.
-Conducting refresher trainings and carry out follow ups on a monthly basis for community FMNR champions to provide technical backstopping.

4. Engagement and networking:

-Identify NGOs, CBOs and other civil society organizations carrying out related activities, creating out awareness about FMNR and seeking opportunities to network with them.
-Overall be the point of contact for consultation on issues to do with FMNR and related issues within the district
--Work with related district departments and agencies e.g. NAADS, Natural resource and Agriculture departments as well as NGOs dealing with food security, environment and Climate Issues to introduce complimentary activities (e.g. Soil fertility management,  Soil erosion and or flood control etc. ) on sites where FMNR is being practiced.

5. Advocacy:

-Initiate advocacy for ordinances and byelaws favorable to spread of FMNR. Where they exist, lobby for their enforcement and where they are nonexistent advocate for their formulation.
-Establish linkages with other organization who have similar advocacy initiatives.

6. Documentation and reporting:

-Ensure that success stories are documented and reported on a monthly basis
-Ensuring that for all demonstration sites, data on acreage, GPS coordinates, as well as baseline and progress photos are captured and well documented.
-Compile implementation reports on a monthly basis and submitting to the project coordinator with a copy to the line supervisor.
-Ensure quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports are compiled

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a University degree in; Environmental studies, Forestry, Agriculture, or a related field from a recognised University  with one year’s experience of working with rural communities OR A diploma in the above disciplines and three years’ experience of working with rural communities.
-Fluent in English language. Being able to communicate in local languages is a must.
-Computer literate, especially conversant with Ms Word, Power point and Excel.
-Demonstrated ability to engage stakeholders like; Local governments, Local leaders, politicians, NGOs etc
-Ability to work and communicate in cross-cultural environment;
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agricultural, forestry, natural resource management, rural energy and environmental organizations, business community and government officials;
-Self motivated and ability to make decisions;
-Mature Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates must send their applications with complete Curriculum Vitae, via email to: wvujobs@wvi.org.  Please address the application to the People and Culture Specialist (Recruitment) and do indicate the post title in the email subject line.
NB: Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 1st November, 2013.

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Careers at Raising Voices in Kampala, Uganda-Learning Coordinator

Job Title: Learning Coordinator

Organization: Raising Voices
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Raising Voices:

Raising Voices is based in Kampala, Uganda and works to prevent violence against women and children. We do this through three main program areas: practice, learning and influencing.

Job Summary:

The job holder will lead the Learning area of work which includes leadership and coordination of all monitoring and evaluation projects underway at Raising Voices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Play a leading role in the development of the learning strategy for Raising Voices including documentation, monitoring and evaluation framework and plan.
-Oversee, support and coordinate all learning activities.
-Provide day-to-day support to Raising Voices staff and partners to implement the learning strategy.
-Manage the design, quality, development, and completion of all assessments, analytical reports, and evaluations.
-Develop strategies for improving the quality of monitoring and staff capacity to use results to strengthen programs.
-Produce quality publications, papers and reports.
-Liaise with donors and donor representatives around the monitoring and evaluation activities at Raising Voices.
-Maintain constructive and respectful relationships with all partners and stakeholders.
-Actively participate in all Raising Voices organizational processes.
-Represent Raising Voices in national, regional and international processes and events.
-Foster and sustain a positive, innovative, results-oriented work environment.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess at least 7 years relevant work experience with at least 3 years in management.
-Hold a post graduate degree desirable but relevant experience more important.
-Proficient understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and ability to analyze and synthesize data.
-Excellent writing skills.
-Good understanding and experience of donor reporting requirements including DFID.
-Experience working in the Global South (Africa preferred).
-Proven commitment to violence prevention and community mobilization.
-Persuasive public speaker and credible facilitator of learning processes.
-Experience in/familiarity with Raising Voices methodologies a plus.
-Ability and willingness to travel at least 20% of time away from Kampala.
-Excellent computer skills.

Salary Terms: Competitive and commensurate with skills and experience.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send a thoughtful cover letter, a CV, and a one page writing sample that articulates your understanding of how documentation, monitoring and evaluation can strengthen programming and move the field of violence prevention forward to jobs@raisingvoices.org.

Deadline: 15th November 2013.

Note: No phone calls please. Do not send copies of transcripts/certificates

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Careers at NUDIPU in Kampala, Uganda- Programme Officer

Job Title: Programme Officer

Organisation: NUDIPU
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Programme Officer

About NUDIPU:

The National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU) is an umbrella organization for all disability categories in Uganda. NUDIPU is implementing a project code named “WE CAN MANAGE” PWDs’ Savings and Credit Project targeting Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and their Caretakers.

Job Summary:

The Programme Assistant to spearhead and implement the project in Manafwa district.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-All candidates should possess Bachelor’s Degrees in Social Work, Development studies, Adult Education, Community Development, Community Psychology, Economics, Education or any other related disciplines.
-Experience in working with disability based organisations and/or rural communities as well as knowledge of the local language will be of added advantage.
-Familiarity with lobbying, advocacy, partnership building and gender mainstreaming approaches.
-Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of basic Microsoft packages.
-Ability to support the Project to reach out to the target group to access secure savings and loans in accordance with laid procedures.
-Proven ability to develop, motivate and lead WCM groups to self-reliance through provision of quality and timely technical guidance and support.
-Practical experience in project related work and use of facts based implementation strategies, monitoring and evaluation.
-Knowledge in use of publicity, promotional and information dissemination mechanisms.
-Familiarity with resource mobilization strategies and skills in resource utilization in accordance with the planned activities and accepted procedures.
-Ability to communicate (oral and written) effectively for a variety of audience: staff, donors, government and other partners including community members.
-Ability to build the capacity of others.
-Competence to provide technical assistance to counterparts as well as designing and conducting training programs including allocation of operational zones/areas to subordinates.
-Good reporting skills and ability to share the reports with the relevant stakeholders as well as maintaining an updated record keeping system.
-Good networking and advocacy skills to promote the Project activities and  NUDIPU  activities effectively.

NB: Persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:
All interested candidates should submit their applications, copies of academic transcripts and detailed CV including day-time telephone contacts of at least 3 referees specifically addressed to the "Executive Director" EITHER by post to: NUDIPU, PO. Box 8567, Kampala. Uganda  OR: Physically at; NUDIPU on Plot 530, Bukoto-Kisaasi Road, Tel: 0414 540179. Candidates should clearly mark the application envelopes by indicating the position applied for and district.

Deadline: 1st November, 2013 by 5pm

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Regional Project Officers Vacancies at Belgian Development Agency (BTC) in Uganda

Job Title: Regional Project Officers (2 Vacancies)

Organisation:Belgian Development Agency (BTC)
Duty Station:Arua (West-Nile region), Fort Portal (Rwenzori region), Uganda
Reports to:Project Coordinator

About NHL:

The Ministry of Health, in partnership with BTC – Belgian Development Agency, is implementing a project named ‘Institutional Capacity Building in Planning, Leadership and Management in the Health Sector’. The project was designed in close collaboration with the MoH for optimal alignment with the ministry’s strategic vision and priorities as laid out in the NHP II and support to the implementation of the Health Sector Strategic and Investment Plan 2010/11 – 2014/15 (HSSIP). Project supported interventions take place at the MOH headquarters, as well as at various levels of the health pyramid in two regions (Rwenzori and West Nile) and at the national Health Manpower Development Centre (HMDC Mbale).

Job Summary:

The Regional Project Officers will work closely with the Technical Advisor on implementation and follow-up of the project support in each of the two regions. The job holders will work from within the Regional Referral Hospital / Community Health Department.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Technically support the Regional Referral Hospital (RRH) and District Health Teams (DHT) in quality improvement and coordination of health services at regional level.
-Support institutional development towards a regional health level in each of the regions, as outlined in HSSIP.
-Provide coordination and administrative assistance to the Regional Health Committee (i.e. preparation and follow-up actions)
-Active support to and monitoring of ‘Execution Agreements’ between MOH and District Local Governments and Regional Referral Hospital (i.e. direct financial and technical support to health sector activities according to approved work plans).
-Support the DHTs and RRH in the development of their annual work plans and medium-term Strategic Plans.
-Actively and regularly participate in project planning, coordination, implementation and monitoring as member of the project secretariat.
-Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Coordinator or Technical Advisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold an MBChB, with postgraduate qualification in Public Health or Health Systems Management.
-Additional qualifications in Monitoring & Evaluation, Institutional Development and / or Project Management are added advantages
-At least two years proven experience in project management
-Working experience in the health sector with Government of Uganda (central or local) or a reputable NGO or bilateral organization is an added advantage.
-Knowledge of District Local Government set-up and health sector organization will be added advantages
-Ability to initiate new ideas, discuss and question them
-Ability to work independently and to take full responsibility of assigned tasks.
-Good communication and interpersonal skills (negotiation, moderation, representation, presentation of results)
-Good computer skills (i.e. spread sheets, word processing and internet use)
-Excellent verbal and writing skills in English.

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their hard copy application letters (mention the vacancy and preferred location) should be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, at least two recent professional references (in English), and should be addressed to: The Project Director Attention: ICB Project Officer Ministry of Health Headquarters Room D 113 (new annex) Plot 6, Lourdel Road, Nakasero Kampala, Uganda. NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:  4th November, 2013 by 4pm

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Careers at Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda in Bukwo, Uganda-Project Directors

Job Title: Project Directors (4 Positions)

Organisation: Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda
Duty Station: Bukwo, Uganda
Reports to: Project Overseer

About Us:

The Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda together with the Pentecostal Assemblies of God Uganda; Deliverance Church in Uganda; and Perfection Church and Ministry are Christ centred Churches committed to fulfilling the Great Commission as assign by the Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:16 to 20. This is done in a holistic approach, which includes Child Development Ministry.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Act as a Christian role model for children and their families.

Programme Management and Administration:

•Accountability for project funds.
•The preparation of monthly financial and activity reports.
•Preparation for the purchasing of goods and services.
•Day to day project management.
•Supervising other staff.
Programme Quality:

•Developing Professional skills of staff
•Selecting and implementing curriculum
•Monitoring performance of Staff and children

Working ability to apply and adapt established accounting procedures to a variety of accounting transactions, problems and situations.
Any other child related and Christian work assigned by the Church in partnership with Compassion International Uganda.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The applicant should hold a degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Education, Business studies, Social Sciences, community Psychology and Theology.

Working conditions: He/she shall work at a local Church project in the hard to reach areas of Bukwo District and includes visiting children in their homes and schools. Should be prepared to work beyond normal working hours as need arises and travels to the Compassion International Uganda Office from time to time as well as for training.

 How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send their applications with completed curriculum vitae, giving abilities, work history and names of two referees with their contacts (telephone and postal address); photocopies of all ones transcripts, a recommendation from a local Parish Priest/Pastor is a must and should be addressed to: The Panel Chairperson P. O. Box 23, Kapchorwa, Uganda Applicants should Post it the above address Or Hand delivers it to: Archdeacon Bukwo Archdeaconry Amanang Church of Uganda Bukwo District. Only short listed applicants will be contacted on phone.

Deadline: 4th November, 2013 by 5PM

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Social Worker Vacancy at The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation in Uganda

Job Title: Social worker

Employer: The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Duty Station: Northern Region, Uganda

Job Description:

Role:

Review and monitor the implementation of guidelines for providing community home based care services for comprehensive HIV/AIDS services in Baylor Uganda supported health facilities and communities in line with the project Objectives of HIV/AIDS.

Job specifications:

The job holder should have;

(1) A Bachelor’s (honors) degree in Adult & Community education or Social Work and Social Administration or Community Psychology or Developmental Studies

(2) At least 3 years experience in implementing HIV/ AIDs Home Based Care Programs; with a reputable international NGO, and direct experience with government and donor representatives

(3) Have Key personal competences in Team and communication skills, networking and partnership skills. Must be dynamic, Persuasive &convincing, self- motivated and able to demonstrate high initiative.

(4) Must have riding skills with Permit Class A and able to speak the language of the respective districts in Karamoja.


How to Apply:
If you have the relevant qualifications and experience, please send your application to the address below. Provide a detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements, current position, names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional/Academic documents, email address, and day time telephone contact. You must have at least a credit 6 in MATH and ENGLISH.

The Human Resource Manager,
Baylor College Of Medicine Children's Foundation-Uganda
Block 5 Mulago Hosipital,
P.O. Box 72052
Clock Tower,
Kampala

Tel: +256-417-119200/100

Email: applications@baylor-Uganda.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Application Deadline: 4th Nov 2013

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Child Development Officer Job Vacancies at Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda

Job Title: Child Development Officers (14 posts)

Employer: Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda

Duty Station: Kapchorwa, Uganda

Job Description

Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda together with the Pentecostal Assemblies of God Uganda; Deliverance Church in Uganda; and Perfection Church and Ministry are Christ centred Churches committed to fulfilling the Great Commission as assign by the Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:16 to 20. This is done in a holistic approach, which includes Child Development Ministry. It’s upon this that the above Churches now invite Applications from born again professionals; aged between 23 – 45 years old for ministry work to fill the vacancies Child Development Officers (14 posts), which are 7 posts for CDO SDR and 7 posts for CDO Health.

CDOs Reports to and supervised by the Project Director He /She is a team member and must exhibit a high sense of integrity He / She is one of Church Staff Members in the Local Church he / she is working in

Responsibilities:

Be a Christian model for children and their families

Be an advocate for children

Be able to help children correspond with their sponsors

Be creative and innovative in the whole area of Child Development

Project activity planning and implementation

Do the documentation, record keeping/filing of sponsor relation issues

Ensure working in a team and be a team player

Ensuring Children are in a safe, nurturing environment at the project

Child health maintenance and monitoring

Promote health education

Design and monitor the HIV AIDS interventions

Ensure satisfactory learning processes, whether formal or informal

Impart knowledge on entrepreneurship, Hygiene, Water and Sanitation

Proven integrity in personal and public life in line with the Christian values

Any other child related and Christian work assigned by the Project Director

Qualifications and Knowledge:

Minimum Qualification is Diploma in Social Work and Social Administration, Social Sciences; Development Studies, Education; and other disciplines from recognized Universities/Institutions.

Child Development Programming for an assigned age group

Working knowledge of basic NGO accounting.

Working ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.

Must have at least 2 years experience in related fields (Discipleship, Children Ministry, involvement in mission and ministry).

Working conditions:

He/she shall work at a local Church project in the hard to reach areas of Bukwo District and includes visiting children in their homes and schools. Should be prepared to work beyond normal working hours as need arises and travels to the Compassion International Uganda Office from time to time as well as for training.


He/She will be a resident worker in the rural areas of Bukwo District.

How to Apply:
Applications with completed curriculum vitae, giving abilities, work history and names of two referees with their contacts (telephone and postal address); photocopies of all ones transcripts, a recommendation from a local Parish Priest/Pastor is a must and should be addressed to: The Panel Chairperson P. O. Box 23, Kapchorwa, Uganda Applicants should Post it the above address Or Hand delivers it to: Archdeacon Bukwo Archdeaconry Amanang Church of Uganda Bukwo District

Only short listed applicants will be contacted on phone.

Application Deadline: 4th Nov 2013

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Programme Officer Job Vacancy at National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU)

Job Title: Programme Officer

Employer: National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Description

The National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU) is an umbrella organization for all disability categories in Uganda. NUDIPU is implementing a project code named “WE CAN MANAGE” PWDs’ Savings and Credit Project targeting Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and their Caretakers. NUDIPU is seeking to recruit one (1) dynamic and visionary person to the position of Programme Assistant to spearhead the project in Manafwa district.

The Programme Assistant shall be based at Manafwa and will be responsible for the direct implementation of the project. He/she will be reporting to the Programme Officer who will supervise him/her in collaboration with the respective District Union Chairperson.

Specific requirements/competences:

•Familiarity with lobbying, advocacy, partnership building and gender mainstreaming approaches.

•Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of basic Microsoft packages.

•Ability to support the Project to reach out to the target group to access secure savings and loans in accordance with laid procedures.

•Proven ability to develop, motivate and lead WCM groups to self-reliance through provision of quality and timely technical guidance and support.

•Practical experience in project related work and use of facts based implementation strategies, monitoring and evaluation.

•Knowledge in use of publicity, promotional and information dissemination mechanisms.

•Familiarity with resource mobilization strategies and skills in resource utilization in accordance with the planned activities and accepted procedures.

•Ability to communicate (oral and written) effectively for a variety of audience: staff, donors, government and other partners including community members.

•Ability to build the capacity of others. Competence to provide technical assistance to counterparts as well as designing and conducting training programs including allocation of operational zones/areas to subordinates.

•Good reporting skills and ability to share the reports with the relevant stakeholders as well as maintaining an updated record keeping system.

•Good networking and advocacy skills to promote the Project activities and NUDIPU activities effectively.

Qualifications required:

•A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Development studies, Adult Education, Community Development, Community Psychology, Economics, Education or any other related disciplines. Experience in working with disability based organisations and/or rural communities as well as knowledge of the local language will be of added advantage. Persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:
All interested candidates should submit their applications, copies of academic transcripts and detailed CV including day-time telephone contacts of at least 3 referees specifically addressed to the "Executive Director",EITHER by post to: NUDIPU, PO. Box 8567, Kampala. OR: Physically at; NUDIPU on Plot 530, Bukoto-Kisaasi Road, Tel: 0414 540179. Candidates should clearly mark the application envelopes by indicating the position applied for and district.

Application Deadline: 1st Nov  2013

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Programme Coordinator Vacancy at Solar Sister East Africa in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Programme Coordinator

Organization:Solar Sister East Africa
Duty Station:Kampala, Uganda

Job Summary: The  Programme Coordinator will take lead of  the implementation and growth of the Solar Sister Programme in Uganda, to manage the Programme office and all operations, and to be the Programme’s local liaison in Uganda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-In partnership with the CEO of Solar Sister, develop a strategy for implementation and growth of the Solar Sister Programme in Uganda.  Implement the strategy and initiate programme operations.
-Establish, manage and oversee the Solar Sister programme office in Uganda and all its operations.
-Mobilise, recruit, train, monitor, supervise, and evaluate the Regional Coordinators and programme office staff.  Oversee and direct Regional Coordinators in their recruiting, training, monitoring, supervising, and evaluating Solar Sister Entrepreneurs.
-Monitor all financial transactions, record keeping, and financial reporting carried out by the Solar Sister Entrepreneurs and Regional Coordinators.
-Conduct site visits to Regional Coordinators and Solar Sister Entrepreneurs for support, supervision, technical assistance, marketing support, and monitoring and evaluation of the programme.
-Plan and analyze sales activities.  Mobilize and motivate sales teams.  Monitor and manage sales volume, sales trends, and customer satisfaction.  Manage quality of product and service delivery.  
-Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual programme reports to the CEO of Solar Sister.
-Build and maintain solid, long-term working relationships with existing partners and networks.  Identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration and networking with new partners that will support Solar Sister’s strategic goals.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Sales and Marketing, Development Studies, or Business Administration

Additional qualifications:

-Diploma or certification in Project Planning and Management
-Three to four years of working experience in development work / sales and marketing or other experience that can be shown to demonstrate excellent planning, management, organization, and execution of programs.
-Experience in development work
-Experience in Sales and marketing
-Experience in Motivating sales teams
-Experience in Social media
-Experience in Project planning and management
-Experience in Strategy development
-Experience in Corporate reporting
-Experience in Human resource and office management
-Experience in Advocacy and networking
-Experience in Financial management
-Experience in Team building
-Excellent communication skills
-Computer and internet literacy, including with MS Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Word
-Ability to communicate clearly orally and in written English is required.  Candidates with knowledge of additional local languages should note those on the application.
-Be ethical
-Passionate about Solar Sister’s mission of empowering women
-Visionary
-Entrepreneurial spirit
-Excellent problem solver
-High business acumen
-Excellent interpersonal skills – finds success in empowering others to be their best
-Proactive
-Self-driven
-Creative
-Ability to travel frequently

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses.

Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements

http://recruitment.nftconsult.com/careers/index.php?m=careers&p=showJob&ID=419

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Sustainable Livelihoods Programme Officer Jobs at Trocaire

Job Title: Sustainable Livelihoods Programme Officer

Organisation: Trocaire
Project: Livelihood Programme (UKAID Funded)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Trócaire:

 Trócaire is an Irish development organisation that works through local partners to implement programmes in the organisation’s priority areas of Building Sustainable Livelihoods, Governance & Human Rights and Gender. Trócaire’s programmes in Uganda are managed by a small country team based in the office in Kampala with regular travel to Northern Uganda.
About Project:

The livelihood programme provides support to 11 local partner organisations.  The programmes focus on the post conflict regions of north and north eastern Uganda. It emerged as a response to post conflict challenges and focuses on protection of land rights for the most vulnerable and food and income security. The aim of the programme is to ensure that livelihoods are rebuilt by supporting returning communities to re-establish an asset and income base and to protect access to productive resources, especially land.  In terms of key deliverables, the key challenge of addressing land grabbing and land security for the poor is a priority. The other key deliverable is to move from basic agricultural production to facilitating access to markets in order to increase incomes and tackle the levels of poverty in returning communities. The programme is currently funded by UKAID.

Job Summary:

The programme officer will have a primary responsibility for managing a strong and innovative livelihoods programme. This will include facilitating advocacy, providing technical support to partners, programme monitoring, securing co-financing and training partners. S/he will also play a role in supporting Trócaire’s wider efforts to mainstream gender and HIV in all aspects of its work, champion resource rights work and sustainable agriculture. S/he will also contribute to the wider organisational processes for fund raising, team building, country strategic reflection processes, etc. S/he will facilitate organisational activities-outreach of the Uganda programme and contribute to overall management of office.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Programme Management and Development:

-Implement Trócaire’s Sustainable Livelihood programme ensuring complementarity with Trócaire’s strategic plan, the Uganda Country Strategy Plan and organisational policies.
-Prepare Programme Proposal Documents, Project summaries and annual programme reviews.
-Provide appropriate technical and financial support, advice and direction to partners in all aspects of project cycle management.
-Review new and existing proposal applications from partners with a view to recommending them for funding.
-Identify projects suitable for co-financing and assist with the preparation of submissions to various donors.
-Ensure accurate filing and tracking system are in place for monitoring partner finances, key documents and reports, including keeping the Document Library and Agresso up to date.
-Develop the new programmes in line with the country strategy and other organisational policies.

2. Programme Quality:

-Develop and implement a Results Based monitoring and evaluation strategy for the programme.
-Conduct regular monitoring visits to partners and ensure that reports are written on each visit and shared with the Programme Manager and or Country Director.
-Provide leadership in ensuring that Gender and HIV are mainstreamed into the programme
-Identify and promote opportunities for scaling up sustainable agriculture
-Contribute to organisational learning through systematic documentation, monitoring, evaluation and sharing of information with other staff working in the region and the relevant Programme teams.
-Constructively support partners’ management of projects in the various stages of project cycle management, from project appraisal to reporting.
-In collaboration with the Programme Accountant and Finance and Admin Manager monitor partners’ financial reports and ensure that regular partner audits take place.

3. Advocacy, Policy and Communications:

-Support partners to engage in policy development and advocacy where appropriate and build alliances between partners and international advocacy networks. Especially in relation to resource rights
-Maintain strong links with Trócaire’s Communications, Campaigns and Development Education departments to assist in briefing the media and the public on Trócaire’s work in Uganda.
-Facilitate state and national level advocacy initiatives and networking with government and CSO stakeholders.

4. Other Tasks:

-Perform other tasks which may, in the opinion of the Programme Manager and or County Director be appropriate for this level of responsibility.
-Keeps a humanitarian watching brief and lead on humanitarian response when analysis warrants an intervention.
-Participate in planning and review meetings along with relevant global thematic meetings.
-Contribute in fund raising, piloting of new organisational initiatives and other organisational activities
-Support Programme Manager and or Country Director in running day to day management of the country office.

Qualification, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to livelihoods/ food security/ rural development
-At least ten years experience working in the development sector.
-At least 3 years experience of programme management
-At least 2 years experience gained in a partnership context with an international organization
-Experience of a livelihood security programme and knowledge of food security practices, land rights, DRR and identifying and addressing vulnerability.
-Significant experience of working in partnership/ capacity building of local institutions.
-Demonstrated experience of managing institutional donor grants, donor proposal development and securing institutional funds.
-Proven ability to manage and build capacity of partner organisations.
-Knowledge of gender and HIV/AIDS mainstreaming in livelihoods projects and programmes
-Good understanding and experience of project/programme management cycle, and participatory appraisal techniques.
-Good understanding of financial management systems and budget monitoring and reporting.
-Demonstrated knowledge of analysis and writing.
-Good written and oral communications in English.
-Sympathetic to working with the local church and the Caritas confederation
-Ability to work in inter-cultural and inter-religious environments
-Ability to work to tight deadlines
-Availability to work outside normal hours and travel extensively within the state as necessary
-A proven commitment to gender equality
-A sensitive and patient approach to advising and mentoring of partners
-Dynamic and willing to take initiative
-A team player but also willing and able to work with minimal supervision
-Deep commitment to social justice.

How to Apply:
All suitable candidates should send a maximum 4 page CV with an application to Trocaire via E-mail to: trocaireuganda@gmail.com. Please include “Programme Officer, Sustainable Livelihood” in the subject of your email application.
NB: The length of CV should not exceed 3 pages (A4 size page, 12 size font and 1 inch margin in all 4 sides of the page). Please send a copy of the Microsoft Word version of your CV. The covering letter should not exceed 250 words. In the cover letter, please highlight why you are the best candidate for this position.

Deadline: 25th October, 2013

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Careers at PATH-Program Officer

Job Title: Program Officer, Sayana Press Project

Organisation: PATH
Project: Sayana Press Project
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Tracking Code: 5773

About PATH:

PATH is an international nonprofit organization that transforms global health through innovation. We take an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines and devices to collaborative programs with communities. Through our work in more than 70 countries, PATH and our partners empower people to achieve their full potential.

Job Summary:

PATH is engaging in research studies in 2014 and 2015, involving both quantitative and qualitative data collection for this we are seeking to recruit a Program Officer to support implementation of research activities (50%) and general projects activities (50%) in the Sayana Press project. An individual with experience in overseeing data collection and monitoring of studies .This individual will also assist with program implementation, including training and monitoring of VHT activities, under the supervision of the Sayana Press Project Coordinator..

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Research planning and organization:
-Organize translation of study materials (instruments and consent forms) and ensure accuracy.
-Usher study materials through the local IRB process.
-Liaise with the District Health Team in selected evaluation districts.
-Participate in planning and organization of training workshops for data collectors/interviewers.
-Implement plan to pre-test data collection instruments and finalize revised instruments.
-Participate in the development of SOPs to guide data collection;
-Assist with the recruitment and hiring of data collectors and qualitative interviewers.

2. Research field work:
-Work closely with  a local research organization in  implementing two large household surveys (baseline and follow up).
-Monitor data collection in the field for a longitudinal survey of injectable clients.
-Monitor qualitative data collection (in-depth interviews).
-Monitor transmission of data from field to PATH offices in Kampala and Seattle.
-Conduct data checks for quality assurance.
-Coordinate and resolve issues as they arise, in consultation with the PATH Research Coordinator and Study PIs, to assure effective implementation of the evaluation plan.

3.  Program implementation duties:
-Provide regular support to the Sayana Press coordinator in the implementation of the project
-Support the Sayana Press team in the planning, implementation and monitoring of the training program.
-Work with partners to monitor and give technical backstopping to VHTs who will be administering Sayana Press and DMPA IM  
-Promote linkages with local district administration including health facilities in participating district.
-Ensure quality assurance
-Any other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-Strong background in medical sciences and Masters in public health, epidemiology, statistics, population studies or a related field.
-Experience with family planning service delivery,
-Experience with quantitative or qualitative data analysis,
-Experience training community health workers.
-At least five years demonstrated experience in health and population based research.
-Demonstrated skills in quantitative data collection.
-Experience organizing and/or facilitating training
-Attention to detail and demonstrated organizational ability
-Proven ability to work collaboratively with local and international project team.
-Willingness to travel domestically up to 75%
-Excellent verbal and written communications skills; fluency in written and spoken English.
-Demonstrated skills in qualitative research,

How to Apply:
All applicants must have legal authorization to work in Uganda to be considered and confirm this in their cover letter. Application materials must be submitted in English. Please submit a cover letter with your resume describing your interest in this position and how you meet the requirements.  All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below for details on How to Apply and fill their profiles to express interest in the vacancy

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Director of Programmes Vacancy at Africa 2000 Network- Uganda

Job Title: Director of Programmes

Organization: Africa 2000 Network- Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About A2N:

The Africa 2000 Network Uganda is a local Non-Government Organization (NGO) registered with the National Board for Registration of Non-Government Organizations and duly registered with the Ministry of Justice as a Company Limited with Guarantee without share capital. A2N- Uganda has been operating as an NGO since 2002 and has a national mandate to reach out to small and medium farmers in rural and semi-urban areas of Uganda to improve farming practices, increase productivity and production at household level to foster food and nutritional security and organizing farmers for market oriented farming to boost household incomes.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Offer technical guidance to the field team leaders in planning, budgeting, monitoring, evaluation and reporting periodically and motivate them to deliver excellent results.
-Review progress reports, budgets and work plan from the regional offices, and prepare integrated and/or consolidated reports for timely submission to various stakeholders and partners.
-Participate in A2N-Uganda budgeting processes and Budget supervision.
-Receive and review M&E reports from the M&E Regional offices and put information together in management and impact reports to be shared internally and with other stakeholders.
-Travel widely in the operation areas to undertake quality and value for money assurance of regional projects.
-Monitor, evaluate and assess services delivery and staff performance periodically and recommend to management strategic measures to address the identified capacity needs of staff and effective services delivery requirements.
-Develop technical and organizational manuals, handbooks and other publications and guide staff (in regional and head offices) on their utilization and/or implementation.
-Represent A2N-uganda in assigned partner networks and stakeholder’ meetings, workshops and other for a whenever required.
-Explore funding and other opportunities and engage in resource mobilization, fundraising initiatives and project proposals development for the organization at all levels (National and Regional).
-Nurture lasting partnerships with donors, beneficiaries, central and local governments and other development actors and spearhead advocacy initiatives for A2N-Uganda and/or with other partners.
-Develop materials for A2N-uganda promotion, visibility and public relations.
-Any other tasks as shall be assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The candidates should hold a Masters Degree in any of the field related to his/her first degree in either agriculture or Agribusiness, Natural Resource Management, Development Studies, Management, Administration, Project Planning and Management
-Experience - In Public and Donor funded development projects management and accounting
-At least 5 years experience in NGO sector or related field in a senior management position.
-Proven management and leadership skills with ability to lead and ensure product of results.
-Sound and objective judgment and ability to plan and organize own work and others efficiently.
-Adequate understand of the Civil Society sector in Uganda and how they work
-Good listener, outgoing personality, friendly, open with high degree of integrity and self motivation.
-Good understanding of programming, project cycle management, strategic planning, advocacy, monitoring and evaluation.
-Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills
-Work under pressure and deliver quality results.
-Fundraising skills and experience in negotiating funding for medium and large scale projects.
-Excellent report and proposal writing skills.
-Ability to coach, mentor and pass on skills to others
-Capacity to travel extensively within the country
-Good photography, video and other audio visual operation skills (an added advantage).
-Age: 30-45Years

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications clearly marked “Application for the Position of Director of Programmes A2N-Uganda”

NB:
-Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
-Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
-Three professional referees are required. Independent referee checks will be carried out.
-An application letter including a detailed CV and copies of academic certificates and testimonials should be addressed to:

The Ag Executive Director
Africa 2000 Network-Uganda
Plot 70 Bukoto Street, Kamwokya
P. O. Box 21990, Kampala. Uganda                                                          

Deadline:  28th October 2013

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Careers at Malaria Consortium in Kampala Uganda-Project Director

Job Title: Project Director – Visceral Leishmaniasis

Organization: Malaria Consortium
Project: Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports To: Project Technical, Finance and Programme Management Team

About MC:

Malaria Consortium is one of the world's leading non-profit organisations dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa and Southeast Asia. Malaria Consortium works with communities, government and non-government agencies, academic institutions, and local and international organisations, to ensure good evidence supports delivery of effective services, providing technical support for monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities for evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning. The organisation works to improve not only the health of the individual, but also the capacity of national health systems, which helps relieve poverty and support improved economic prosperity.  Malaria Consortium is a global  leader in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of malaria, the control of neglected tropical diseases and the promotion of child health.

Project Background:

Malaria Consortium is bidding on a large multi-million-pound, multi-country project focused on strengthening the surveillance,  control and  treatment of visceral  leishmaniasis (VL), a neglected tropical disease. Malaria Consortium will lead a consortium of national and international partners to implement this project in Ethiopia, South Sudan, Sudan and
Uganda.

Job Summary:

The Project Director will provide leadership,  strategic direction and representation for  this multi-country, high profile, high value project, ensuring strong and productive relationships with host country governments and  other  partners  to ensure  quality implementation at scale.   S/he will provide technical leadership in visceral leishmaniasis.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Provide strategic direction to ensure project deliverables are of high quality and delivered on time.      
-Work closely with the Ministries of Health in Ethiopia, South Sudan, Sudan and Uganda to increase their ability to effectively manage VL programming.
-Liaise with other organisations working in the VL sector within the targeted countries as well as globally to ensure coherence of approach and sharing of lessons learned.
-Develop and implement programme management and M&E frameworks.
-Build and manage relationships with named implementation and STTA partners, ensuring each meets the terms of their contract on time.
-Serve as budget holder, ensuring that staffing and activity costs come in at or under budget.
-Work closely with the Finance Team to ensure correct an timely billing.
-Oversee provision of behavior change communication activities.
-Actively mitigate the project’s financial, reputational, technical and security risks.
-Line manage the technical, programme management and finance teams.
-Share project learning through publishing journal articles and/or presenting at conference and other forums.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should possess a Postgraduate and/or doctoral degree in international health or related discipline
-Significant international experience at senior management level working in public health,  preferably and NTDs, particularly VL
-Proven leadership skills and team leading
-Partnership and consortium management
-Significant experience in project and budget management
-Donor liaison and reporting skills
-Strong human resource management
-Experience and understanding of the context of targeted East African countries
-Excellent English language presentation, writing and reporting skills
-Clinical experience is desirable
-Technical knowledge and skills in control of malaria or NTDs, particularly VL
-Experience in monitoring and evaluation of large scale projects
-Experience working with Ministries of Health, preferably in Africa
-Good understanding of DfID Value for Money approach
-Strong negotiation skills
-Excellent personal and time management skills
-Partnership management and negotiation skills

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a detailed CV, a covering letter explaining how and why you are suited to the role, and the contact details of three professional referees to HR.Recruitment@malariaconsortium.org.

NB: A detailed Job Description/Profile of the position is available here.

Deadline: 27th October, 2013

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Program Specialist, Helping Babies Breathe Plus at Save the Children

Job Title: Program Specialist, Helping Babies Breathe Plus

Employer: Save the Children

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Duties;

•Provides  support to the  line Manager  in planning , implementing  , monitoring  and management  with  particular  focus  on MOH ,  HBB+  strategy.
•He/she  coordinates  trainings  , integration  and  expansion of  newborn  health  programming  and  partnerships
•In addition  , he/she  provides  innovative  and technical  leadership in the  areas  of  maternal  , newborn  health  :  training  materials  development  ,  evidence –based policy  advocacy  ,  behavioral change  communication  and  support  supervision  for both  community  and health  facility  level  as it  relates  to these areas
•The Specialist  may be  called  upon as and when  necessary  to support  the emergency  team  in cases  of humanitarian  crisis  .

Specifications;

•Minimum  of a degree  in MBChB  ,  Nursing  /midwifery , Public  Health or  related  field . A  Post  graduate  qualifications   health  is an  added  advantage
•At  least  4 years  work  experience in health /public   health  and or  in maternal  and newborn  health  in public   health  and or  in maternal  and newborn health  in public  health  and or  in maternal and newborn health  in public  or an  international  NGO
•Experience  in report  writing  , proposal  development , budgeting , implementation , monitoring  and evaluation .

How to apply:
Application letters  with detailed  CV  indicating  3 referees , two  of whom  should  have  direct  supervisors  should  be submitted  to;
The Director of Human Resources & Administration
Save the Children,
Plot 68 /70,  Kira  Road  ,
P. O.Box 12018,
Kampala

Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013

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Careers at Uganda Land Alliance (ULA)- Program Director

Job Title: Program Director

Organization: Uganda Land Alliance (ULA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About ULA:

Uganda Land Alliance is a consortium of International and National NGO’s and Individuals focusing on land, promotion of land rights and protecting the interests of the poor, vulnerable and marginalized through “Enhancing civic participation in land governance and resource management country wide.”

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Ensure that ULA develops and maintains its capacity to respond to Land Issues
-Identify areas of research required to inform programming and promote learning, influence and impact.
-Ensure that programming meets high standards in design, monitoring and evaluation through ULA’s Program Cycle Management Systems (PCMS)
-Improve ULA capacity at capturing programme impacts through improved base line and M&E information, approaches and analysis.
-Support the programme managers in programme design, providing technical guidance at all stages of the PCMS; from assessment, project concept note development and proposal development support.
-Ensure proper documentation and record keeping for all programs run by the organisation. Ensure that cross cutting issues – HIV&AIDS, Gender and Environment are mainstreamed into all programme activities;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a university Degree in the humanities. A Masters Degree in Development studies, Social Sciences or a post graduate Diploma in Project planning and management, management, or an equivalent is an added advantage.
-At least five years experience in similar or related senior management positions
-Experience of program design, development, management and participatory planning methodologies desirable.
-Experience in team building and staff capacity building
-Experience in project delivery and accountability mechanisms
-Knowledge in computer packages is a must Strong networking, team work and management skills
-Ability to work under pressure in diverse environments
-Ability to represent and articulate the organization’s philosophy at various fora
-At least 3 years experience in monitoring and evaluation of advocacy projects
-Demonstrable effective written communications skills including the ability to prepare reports, proposals, policies and procedures
-Effective public relations and public speaking skills
-Research and program development skills

How to Apply:
All those interested in working with Uganda Land Alliance, ULA, meet the above specifications, should send their applications together with their Curriculum vita, copies of the academic transcripts and testimonials. Support letters from three referees who will be available to ULA for a background check on the applicant should be submitted with the application to the address below:
The Executive Director
Uganda Land Alliance
Plot 29; Plot 1521 Mawanda Road, Kamwokya,
P.O. BOX 26990 Kampala-Uganda
Email: ula@ulaug.org

NB: Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted

Deadline:  Wednesday 23rd October, 2013 by 3:00 PM

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Program Officer Vacancy at Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

Job Title: Program Officer

Employer: Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Specifications;

•An  Honors  Bachelors  degree in Economics /Social  Sciences  /Development Studies  or related  field from  a recognized  University .
•A Post  Graduate  Certificate  in development  planning ,  monitoring  and evaluation  or business  administration  will be an  added advantage .
•At least  three  years of relevant  experience  in administration  and management  or  development  programs
•She/he  should   be conversant  with the  Log  Framework approach   in planning  monitoring  and evaluation .
•She/he should be comfortable  working with computers , preferably   with one  or more  common database  packages
•Self-motivated  and strong  organizational  and planning  skills
•Competencies  ;  Computer  Literacy  , Report  writing  Team  work , Planning  organizing  and coordinating  ,  networking  , Good  Interpersonal  and Communication  skills  , Ethics  and  Integrity .

How to apply:
Applications should be  addressed  to Permanent  Secretary  , Ministry  of Gender  , Labour and Social Development  , and  delivered to the  Security Registry (2nd floor) Ministry of Gender , Labour and  Social Development  ,Simbamanyo House, George Street  to ;
Permanent   Secretary
Ministry of Gender,
Labour and Social Development
P. O. Box 7136,
Kampala

Application Deadline: 25th Oct 2013

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Careers at Uganda Land Alliance (ULA)-Advisor Women’s Land Rights

Job Title: Advisor Women’s Land Rights

Organization: Uganda Land Alliance (ULA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director Policy and Advocacy

About ULA:

Uganda Land Alliance is a consortium of International and National NGO’s and Individuals focusing on land, promotion of land rights and protecting the interests of the poor, vulnerable and marginalized through “Enhancing civic participation in land governance and resource management country wide.”

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Coordinate the further development of the gender thematic strategies in line with the overall ULA Strategic Plan and Programming guidelines;
-Provide leadership in the implementation of the gender thematic strategies through the Land rights Advocates, Male Action Groups, e.t.c
-Support the development of clear policy and practice change (PPCs) targets on gender within ULA Programmes, as well as at local levels, through a process of critical analysis and reflection;
-Provide leadership and technical support in the development and implementation of viable work plans for ULA programmes in line with ULA Land rights Centers and broader strategies and the overall gender thematic strategies;
-Facilitate the institutionalization of gender equality across the organization
-Support cross-cutting research and advocacy work around the gender theme;
-Enforce the implementation of the rights-based approach and the social exclusion analysis and other methodological tools that would be developed or adapted in the implementation of the gender thematic strategies;
-Coordinate capacity building initiatives on the gender theme for ULA staff and partners;
-Keep abreast of research and policies development on gender and gather relevant intelligence on issues of gender so as to keep ULA and its partners on top of the knowledge in the area and inform meaningfully the advocacy and lobby work;
-Develop and maintain sustained Partnerships and Alliances with Civil Society organizations and Social Movements at local, national, regional and Global levels to advance ULA’s work on gender and land;
-Develop and implement a lobbying and advocacy strategy and plans at national and local level toward critical actors and “change makers” in gender and land relations;
-Prepare advocacy materials and in cooperation with the gender working groups coordinate the mobilization and capacity building of popular mass movement across Uganda on issues of gender and land;
-Raise sustained public profile of ULA and its agenda through creating, developing and maintaining good relations with the media;
-Promote the development of practical tool kits to guide gender and land thematic work
-Engage in broader ULA programme and administration initiatives like fundraising

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a degree in the humanities. A master’s degree in Gender studies, the humanities or its equivalent is desirable.
-Minimum 5 years of experience  in similar or related field;
-High level of conceptual and strategic thinking
-Ability to communicate impact with various stakeholders
-A very good understanding of gender issues in policy influence at local, national and international level
-Good organizational, negotiations, research and analytical skills
-Experience in movement building and management is required.
-Strong networking, team work and management skills
-Ability to work under pressure in diverse environments
-Ability to represent and articulate the organization’s philosophy at various fora
-Demonstrable effective written communications skills including the ability to prepare reports, proposals, policies and procedures
-Effective public relations and public speaking skills
-Research and program development skills
-Proven experience in participatory approaches to program design, implementation and monitoring
-Experience in program design and development
-Strong interpersonal and leadership skills;
-Ability to manage work load and meet deadlines

How to Apply:
All those interested in working with Uganda Land Alliance, ULA, meet the above specifications, should send their applications together with their Curriculum vita, copies of the academic transcripts and testimonials. Support letters from three referees who will be available to ULA for a background check on the applicant should be submitted with the application to the address below:
The Executive Director
Uganda Land Alliance
Plot 29; Plot 1521 Mawanda Road, Kamwokya,
P.O. BOX 26990 Kampala-Uganda
Email: ula@ulaug.org

NB: Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted

Deadline:  Wednesday 23rd October, 2013 by 3:00 PM

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Programme Officer Jobs at the Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD)

Job Title: Programme Officer (5 Employment Opportunities)

Organization: Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD)
Project: Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Programme Manager

About Us:

The Government of Uganda is to implement the Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP), under the Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development (MGLSD). The overall objective of the Programme is to address the escalating problem of Youth Unemployment in Uganda.

Job Summary:

The Programme Officers will coordinate YLP at the Regional Level with key stakeholders.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Initiate, plan, coordinate field appraisal exercises
-Provide administrative support to the programme activities.
-Coordinate the participation of key Stakeholders in YLP activities.
-Monitor the performance of project and ensure timely production of performance reports.
-Make follow up on corrective recommendations made, in order to ensure that they are effected on time.
-Liaises with relevant sector ministries where specific sector policies are required.
-Provides relevant information and documentation on YLP to the Programme Manager.
-Facilitate and coordinate production of management reports.
-Perform any other duties assigned from time to time by the Programme Manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-All applicants must be Ugandans possessing the following:- an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Economics / Social Sciences / Development Studies or related field from a recognized University.
-A Post Graduate Certificate in development planning, monitoring and evaluation or business administration will be an added advantage
-At least three (3) three years of relevant experience in administration and management of development programmes.
-S/he should be conversant with the Log Frame Approach in planning, monitoring and evaluation.
-She/he should be comfortable working with computers, preferably with one or more common database packages.
-Self-motivated and strong organizational and planning skills.

Personal Competencies:

Computer Literacy skills, Report writing; Team work, Planning, organising and coordinating, networking, Good Interpersonal and communication skills, Ethics and Integrity.

How to Apply:
All applicants for the above jobs should attach three sets of certified photocopies of their certificates, academic transcripts and testimonials. Applications should be addressed to:  Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, and delivered to the Security Registry (2nd floor) Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, Simbamanyo House, George Street OR Post to PERMANENT SECRETARY Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development P. O. Box 7136, Kampala, Uganda
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Deadline: Friday 25th October 2013

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National Director Job Vacancy at SOS Children’s Villages in Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: National Director

Organization: SOS Children’s Villages
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Chairman of the Board of Trustees/ SOS–KDI Regional Director

About Us:

Our Client, SOS Children’s Villages Uganda is a member of SOS Kinderdorf International, a worldwide, independent, non-governmental social development organization that has been working to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of children since 1949.
SOS Children’s Villages Uganda is a locally registered Trust with a local governing body: the Board of Trustees. It has been operating since 1989 and currently has projects caring for more than 2,500 children in four locations at Kakiri, Entebbe, Gulu and Fort Portal. The various projects include SOS Children’s Villages, Community outreach programmes, Kindergartens, schools, medical centres and social centres.

Job Summary:

The National Director will provide strategic and operational leadership to SOS Children’s Village, Uganda (SOS CVU) in line with the organizational mandate and the set policies and guidelines.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

-Initiate and develop guidelines for the preparation and implementation of SOS CVU strategic and operational plans, and budgets and submit to the Board of Trustees for approval in line with the set policies and guidelines
-Provide overall leadership and direction for SOS CVU in accordance with the strategic plan, corporate budgets and policies as approved by the Board of Trustees.
-Develop and implement policies for community development and child rights in line with SOS CVU guidelines
-Provide policy direction in establishing and implementing SOS CVU fundraising and marketing strategy that creates competitive positioning of the organization in line with the approved strategic plan.
-Initiate the preparation and implementation of sound financial, accounting information systems and preparation of financial statements that meet operational procedures and regulatory requirements
-Develop and implement SOS CVU human resource, talent and succession planning framework and strategy to attract and retain competitive staff in line with the strategic plan
-Develop and implement a framework for planning, managing and tracking organizational and staff performance and resource utilization in line with the set policies and guidelines
-Develop and implement a framework for cultivating and strengthening national associations, partnerships and networks in line with SOS CVU guidelines
-Develop and implement a framework   for cultivating and promoting SOS CVU identity, culture, values, reputation and corporate image.
-Develop and implement a framework for timely reporting to the Board of Trustees and other relevant stakeholders on the organization’s operational and financial performance and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

-The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education, Development Studies or a related Social science discipline.
-A Master’s Degree in the same field will be added advantage.
-Ten or years’ experience in NGO or Similar sector supporting children and community work with 5 years at Senior Management level.
-Experience in dealing with and relating with the Board of Trustees/ Directors of an organisation.
-Strong leadership, teamwork and management skills
-High level interpersonal, collaborative and cross-cultural skills
-Analytical and conceptual skills for business management and growth
-High degree of integrity and transparency
-Strong communication, networking and negotiation skills
-A results oriented individual with proven fundraising and marketing skills.
-Ability to deal with competing demands
-Proficiency in computer and computer packages
-Fluent in English language
-Readiness to travel nationally and internationally

How to Apply:
All those interested in this vacancy with the relevant qualifications and experience should please send your application with a detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements, current position, names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional/Academic documents, email address, and day time telephone contact.
The Director,
PILA Consultants,
P.O. Box 9092, Kampala, Uganda
Plot 648 Nanfumbambi Road, Kikoni Makerere West
Tel: +256-312 275 892, Mob: +256-779-291617
E-mail: pila2consultants@gmail.com
Website: www.pilaconsultants.org
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Deadline:  Thursday 31st October 2013 by 3:00 PM

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