Project Coordinator (Bilingual French and English), Kampala, Uganda

We are searching for Project Coordinator (bilingual French & English)

COUNTRY : Uganda CITY: Kampala with 70% of time travelling Starting Date: 01/10/11 Length of the assignment: 14 months Closing date for application: 12/09/11 Advertisement reference: PCKAMP1108

Handicap International is an independent and impartial international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights. Handicap International is a not-for-profit organisation with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as a federation made up of a network of associations that provide it with human and financial resources, manage its projects and implement its actions and social mission. For more details on the association: http://www.handicap-international.fr/en/s/index.html

JOB CONTEXT: Following consultation between Handicap International (HI), the Uganda Mine Action Center (UMAC) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) at the 9th Mine States Parties meeting in Geneva November 2008, HI conducted, in March 2009, a mine action assessment mission in Western Uganda. The assessment mission confirmed the presence of mine/ERW (Explosive Remnants of War) and a significant socio-economic impact in Western Uganda which was not being fully addressed. HI has started to assist the Ugandan authorities to prevent disability from contamination of ERW, protect most at risk groups until clearance and return is possible, and contribute to victim assistance. The project proposed by HI has taken place through a coordinated mine action approach in the affected district of Kasese. The approach will include Mine/ERW Risk Education and ERW Victim Assistance, in coordination with development and capacity building.

JOB DESCRIPTION: You will be responsible to ensure implementation and supervision of Mine Action project (Victim Assistance & Mine Risk Education) in the intervention area. To address this objective you will have to build a strong relationship with main HI Uganda strategic partners.

You will be based in Kampala under the responsibilities of the Head of mission, and will have to travel to different sites up to 70% of your time. You will ensure the management, the implementation, the supervision and the follow up of the whole Mine Action project, in Uganda, and for the AUSAID cross border Mine Action project, in the East of Congo DRC.

Your main responsibilities are to:

• Budget and manage the project
• Ensure the programs' advancement supervision with respect to technical and budgetary plans
• Link with Log Manager, Admin Manager, Livelihood Technical Advisor, VA Technical Advisor, and MRE Coordinator to define the intervention strategy, check the advancement of Mine Action projects through regular field visits, write narrative and budgetary project proposals
• Coordinate the HI Mine Action project in Uganda, and Congo DRC, with other Mine Action players
• Manage the Mine Action Congo Uganda Project staff members
  
  CANDIDATE PROFILE: As the successful candidate you will have:
  
• Higher education in economics, social sciences, management
• At least 3 years experience of implementing and developing projects, including experience of team management and project engineering-related issues
• Relevant professional experience in an NGO
  
  REQUIRED LANGUAGE SKILLS: You will need to be fluent in French AND English
  JOB ENVIRONMENT: Living conditions in Kampala: very good and quite comfortable. Possibility to rent house with all modern conveniences in Kampala + running electricity and water. Security conditions in Kampala: safe.
  EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: This role can be open to families HOWEVER you need to remember before applying that the position involves 70% Travelling
  Volunteer: 750 or 850 Euros monthly indemnity + living allowance paid on the field + accommodation + 100% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance + indemnity for partner and children Salary: 2100 to 2400 gross salary/month + 457 Euros net expatriation allowance + 50% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance + indemnity for partner and children
  To apply thank you for sending CV and cover letter with the reference PCKAMP1108 to recrut14@handicap-international.org
  HANDICAP INTERNATIONAL – 14 avenue Berthelot – 69361 LYON CEDEX 07 – France www.handicap-international.fr

Business Systems Analyst, Information Services/Lawson, Multiple Duty Stations (Washington DC; Kenya; Uganda; South Africa; Zimbabwe; Nepal; Cambodia; Zambia and Tanzania)

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.
PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries. For more information, please visit www.psi.org.
PSI seeks applicants for the position of Business Systems Analyst for Supply Chain Management (SCM). This position is responsible for implementing and supporting the Lawson ERP system in designated PSI field offices. This includes conducting Business Needs Assessments; delivering training for the Lawson Procurement suite; and providing extended support to field offices and HQ as needed. This position is high paced and requires motivated individuals who can follow directions; work independently as well as with a team and liaise with multiple functional departments. The position is based in Washington DC and will report to the Technical Project Manager. International travel is required.
Project Background PSI has implemented an organization-wide financial management system using the Lawson software suites. The system was implemented in Washington DC; Kenya; Uganda; South Africa; Zimbabwe; Nepal; Cambodia; Zambia and Tanzania. The goal is to implement the system to a select group of PSI field offices in the coming years.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Business Needs Assessments to gather required data from field offices
• Analyze country business requirements and make appropriate design decisions
• Configure required setup for each field office within the system
• Prepare and update design documents
• Conduct system tests to validate system design
• Assist with reconciling starting balances between the legacy systems and Lawson
• Assist with gathering all user information required for security configuration
• Prepare end-user training materials including sandbox exercises and online courses
• Deliver the end-user training program at local field offices
  
• Ensure end-users are certified and ready to use the Lawson system when the office goes live
• Communicate project status to headquarters and field staff
• Identify issues that could adversely impact the "go live"
• Provide post "go live" support on a variety of issues
• Update internal support sites to ensure communication of system information in a timely manner
• Provide on-going application support to HQ and field offices
• Lead periodic support calls with field offices and HQ staff to facilitate business integration and collaboration
• Contribute to a monthly newsletter
• International travel to PSI platforms
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
• Bachelor's degree; SCM knowledge
• Minimum 5 + years professional work experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and strong analytical/problem solving capabilities
• Experience with software implementation, including requirements analysis and training
• Experience using and training on Lawson or other large enterprise-wide systems a plus
• Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with technical staff, end users and management
• Excellent interpersonal, communications and computer skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities
• Excellent written skills using Microsoft Word or comparable tool
• Knowledge of Power Point, Visio or other presentation tools
• Fluency in English is required, French or Spanish a plus
  
  Preference will be given to candidates with experience with software implementation, strong understanding of finance, procurement or inventory; and experience with training end-users on using a software application.
  Please apply online at www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please. PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

National Project Coordinator (only Ugandan nationals should apply), Kampala (with travel to pilot sites), Uganda

Background

The Ecosystem Based Adaptation (EBA) Programme for Mountain Ecosystems in Uganda, Nepal and Peru aims

strengthen the capacities of these three countries, which

are particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, to strengthen ecosystem resilience for promoting ecosystem-based adaptation (EBA) options and to reduce the vulnerability of communities, with particular emphasis on mountain ecosystems.

The programme is funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) through its International Climate Initiative, and is implemented through a partnership of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

.

Climate change impacts are already affecting the functioning and integrity of several ecosystems and are adding to the stress resulting from other anthropogenic interventions such as unsustainable land use practices. The project countries and targeted ecosystems have been identified as particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts. A multitude of communities depend upon the services provided by these ecosystems.

Specifially the project will support:

• The development of methodologies and tools for mountain ecosystems
• The application of the above tools and methodologies at the national level.
• The implementation of EBA pilots at the ecosystem level.
• The formulation of national policies.

The project will create new opportunities for experimental learning between regions and among countries within the same region. Through parallel and cooperative development and application of methodologies and tools and the implementation of pilot projects, the project will shorten the learning curve of local and national institutions and fast-track the transfer of knowledge and experience in relation to building ecosystem resilience.

UNDP, on behalf of the partnership, wishes to contract a qualified candidate to be the Uganda National Programme Coordinator. The contract will be performance-based will be reviewed and renewed annually up to a maximum of three( 3) years based on a positive assessment of the incumbent's performance. Terms and conditions of service linked to type of proposed contract will apply.ing an economic case for EBA at the national level.

Duties and Responsibilities

The National Coordinator (NC) will work in close collaboration with the IUCN-UNEP-UNDP regional teams and will lead the day-to-day management of the project at national level, on behalf of the partnership. The NC will report to the National Steering Committee comprising of UNEP, IUCN and UNDP among others. UNDP in consultation with UNEP and IUCN shall play a quality assurance role in support of project implementation at the national level. The NC will be serve as the secretariat to the Committee.

The NC will have four key responsibilities:

• Overall management of the programme implementation, including personnel, subcontracts, training, equipment, administrative support and financial reporting.
• Coordinating the different inputs from the 3 partners
• Technical advisory role
• Monitoring, evaluation and reporting.

These are detailed below:

1.

Overall management of the programme implementation

The incumbent will carry out programme activities as outlined in the project document, and as approved by the National Steering Committee under the guidance and supervision of the national project director assigned by the Ministry responsible for Environment. Specific responsibilities will be:

• Coordinate the activities of the three partners in the country-level programme to ensure synergy and avoid duplication.
• Promote overall integration of the programme, specifically ensuring joint planning, joint monitoring and shared learning.
• Provide technical supervision of EBA Project staff recruited by both UNDP and IUCN.
• Lead the National Coordination Team and report on to the National Steering Committee (Project Board in UNDP terms) .
• Provide a secretariat to the National Steering Committee and report to UNEP, UNDP and IUCN as members of the partnership and others.
• Ensure timely consolidation of reports prepared and submitted by all partners including technical, financial, study tour/fellowship reports.
• Ensure close coordination between other relevant project and programmes
• Facilitate coordination and other support for consultants hired for the project, and for any relevant BMU, UNEP, IUCN and UNDP missions directly related to the project.

2.

Technical advisory role, the incumbent will jointly (with other partners)

• Provide technical inputs to the different project components – including preparation or comments on TORs of consultants and their reports.
• Lead in the design and implementation of actions to facilitate making the case for informing policy with respect to EBA at national level.
• Facilitate the building of capacity and awareness of key stakeholders on the importance of EBA approaches.
• Support and promote gender equality and social inclusion in programme activities as well as among the project staff
• Help develop relevant policy briefs on EBA.

3.

Monitoring, evaluation and reporting, the incumbent will jointly (with other partners):

• Carry out regular follow-up and monitoring of pilot sites.
• Regular monitoring and reporting on risks and mitigation measures.
• Support the use of action learning at the landscape level.
• Document and disseminate the lessons learned through studies, audio-visual productions and electronic means such as CD-ROM and DVD.
• Provide regular updates on the project's progress as requested by the National Project Director (NPD), IUCN, UNDP and UNEP.
• Participate in meeting, training, workshops and events organized by project partners.
• Facilitate independent evaluations as fielded by project partners.

Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working on policy development and capacity building - this includes use of methodologies that maximize performance for ecosystem-based adaptation.
• Strong knowledge / experience in results-based management and results-oriented approach to project implementation.
• Strong inter-personal skills, communication, networking and team-building skills; competent in leading teams and creating team spirit, management of inter-group dynamics and conflicting interests of various actors, stimulating team members to produce quality outputs in a timely and transparent fashion.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills , with analytic capacity and ability to synthesize project outputs and relevant findings for the preparation of quality papers and reports.
• Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking members of national and international institutions, government and non-government organizations; ability to deal with politically sensitive issues .
• Results driven, ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines; remains calm and in control under pressure
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Shares knowledge and experience actively, mentors project staff
• Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback
• Demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision and values of UNEP, UNDP and IUCN
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Core skills

• Technical knowledge and understanding of climate change and ecosystem-based adaptation, as well as community-based natural resource management.
• Advanced project management skills, with ability to keep large, complex projects on track, deal effectively with problems and fulfill reporting requirements in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in order to communicate complex, technical information to technical and general audiences.
• Skill in negotiating effectively in sensitive situations .
• Skill in achieving results through persuading, influencing and working with others
• Skill in facilitating meetings effectively and efficiently and to resolve conflicts as they arise.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Minimum Master's degree in a social science / economics / environmental studies / natural science or related field from a recognized University.
• Expertise in computer software applications, i.e. Microsoft Office a must.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' work experience in a relevant field such as community-based natural resource management or climate change adaptation.
• Experience in ecosystem-based adaptation would be an advantage.
• 3 years' experience in managing the implementation of large-scale project.
• Relevant experience of working with government agencies, local communities and international organizations.

Language:

• Ability to speak and write in English is required.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Regional Communication Specialist - inSCALE, Kampala, Uganda

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 recently secured a five year grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to carry out operational research on ICCM in Mozambique and Uganda (the inSCALE project).

The successful candidate will provide high quality technical inputs and support to Uganda and Mozambique Country Programmes on internal and external communication around aspects of integrated community case management of sick children (ICCM) and dissemination of findings related to practical solutions to improve Community Health Worker motivation, supervision and use of data. The dissemination will be aimed at helping districts to scale up a sustainable ICCM strategy (specifically for diarrhoea, pneumonia and malaria) and promote spread of best practices and lessons learned to the rest of the two countries.

The successful candidate will have

· A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Communications, Health Communications, Journalism, or related area

· A minimum of four (4) year's experience in external communications, advocacy or journalism particulary with audiences such as government officials and development partners

· Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills are essential.

How to apply

For more information please visit our website www.malariaconsortium.org where you will have access to the full Job description.

Please send a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification along with your CV to Human Resources at HR.Recruitment@malariaconsortium.org

Please quote the position and country in the subject line of your application.

We appreciate your application however, only short listed candidates will be contacted within three weeks after the closing date

Project Officer (only Ugandan nationals should apply), Sironko (with travel to Kampala as required), Uganda

Background

The Ecosystem Based Adaptation (EBA) Programme for Mountain Ecosystems in Uganda, Nepal and Peru aims

strengthen the capacities of these three countries, which

are particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, to strengthen ecosystem resilience for promoting ecosystem-based adaptation (EBA) options and to reduce the vulnerability of communities, with particular emphasis on mountain ecosystems.

The programme is funded by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) through its International Climate Initiative, and is implemented through a partnership of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

.

Climate change impacts are already affecting the functioning and integrity of several ecosystems and are adding to the stress resulting from other anthropogenic interventions such as unsustainable land use practices. The project countries and targeted ecosystems have been identified as particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts. A multitude of communities depend upon the services provided by these ecosystems.

Specifially the project will support: (i) the development of methodologies and tools for mountain ecosystems; (ii) the application of the above tools and methodologies at the national level; (iii) the implementation of EBA pilots at the ecosystem level; and (iv) the formulation of national policies and building an economic case for EBA at the national level.

The project will create new opportunities for experimental learning between regions and among countries within the same region. Through parallel and cooperative development and application of methodologies and tools and the implementation of pilot projects, the project will shorten the learning curve of local and national institutions and fast-track the transfer of knowledge and experience in relation to building ecosystem resilience.

UNDP, on behalf of the partnership, wishes to contract a qualified candidate for the Post of Project Officer for the UNDP Project Component to be implemented in Sironko and Bulambuli Districts for 3 years. The contract will be performance-based and yearly renewable based on a positive assessment of the incumbent's performance. Terms and conditions of service linked to type of proposed contract will apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Officer shall report to the National Coordinator of the EBA project based in the Ministry of Water and Environment (Implementing partner):

• The Project Officer shall coordinate project activities in Sironko and Bulambuli District Local Governments as Responsible parties.
• The Project Officer shall liaise with the Districts of Sironko and Bulambuli through the Chief Administrative Officers.
• The Project Officer shall also liaise with IUCN project activities in Kapchorwa and Kween Districts on a regular basis to create synergies between the two project components.
• Provide co-ordination, management and supervision of project implementation activities in Sironko and Bulambuli Districts.
• Develop a detailed work plan for the project at inception phase.
• Control expenditures and ensure an adequate management of the resources provided for the project.
• Prepare periodic progress reports on the project as per UNDP requirements.
• Organize and facilitate district / field level workshops.
• Liaise with the National Coordinator who will be the secretary to the Project Board.
• Liaise with the District Chief Administrative Officers, District Technical Planning Committees and relevant Sub Counties of Sironko and Bulambuli Districts.
• Liaise with relevant Community Based Organisations within Sironko and Bulambuli Districts among others to further the project objectives.
• Liaise with local experts and consultants on assigned tasks.
• Manage and monitor delivery of outputs by local experts and institutions to work for the project in line with Terms of Reference.
• Coordinate between the National Coordinator and local experts, regarding all the necessary training, templates, methodologies and support to undertake their data collection functions.
• Regularly liaise with project partners including IUCN, UNEP (World Conservation Monitoring Centre -WCMC), Sironko, Bulambuli, Kapchorwa and Kween Districts.
• Plan for ensuring project sustainability and replication, collect lessons learned from the project.
• Ensure that the necessary monitoring mechanisms are built in the daily and periodic activities during the project implementation.
• Any other duties assigned to him from time to time by the National Coordinator.

Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working on policy development and capacity building - this includes use of methodologies that maximize performance for ecosystem-based adaptation.
• Strong knowledge / experience in results-based management and results-oriented approach to project implementation.
• Strong inter-personal skills, communication, networking and team-building skills; competent in leading teams and creating team spirit, management of inter-group dynamics and conflicting interests of various actors, stimulating team members to produce quality outputs in a timely and transparent fashion.
• Excellent oral and written skills, with analytic capacity and ability to synthesize project outputs and relevant findings for the preparation of quality papers and reports.
• Results driven, ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines; remains calm and in control under pressure.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Shares knowledge and experience actively, mentors project staff.
• Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback.
• Demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision and values of UNEP, UNDP and IUCN.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Technical knowledge and understanding of climate change and ecosystem-based adaptation, as well as community-based natural resource management

Advanced project management skills, with ability to keep large, complex projects on track, deal effectively with problems and fulfil reporting requirements in a timely manner.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in order to communicate complex, technical information to technical and general audiences.

Skill in negotiating effectively in sensitive situations.

Skill in achieving results through persuading, influencing and working with others.

Skill in facilitating meetings effectively and efficiently and to resolve conflicts as they arise.

Experience in working with computers.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in environmental studies, natural science, or related qualification from a recognized University. with expertise in the area of biodiversity conservation, protected area management, natural resources, climate change, and energy.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years' work experience in a relevant field such as community-based natural resource management or climate change adaptation.
• Experience in managing large-scale projects.
• Experience in ecosystem-based adaptation would be an advantage.
• Relevant experience of working with government agencies, District Local Governments, local communities and international organizations.

Language:

• Fluency in written and spoken English.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Chief of Party (Governance), Uganda

Creative Associates International is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a field presence in 20 plus countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Position Summary
The Chief of Party will oversee a governance project in Uganda which aims to strengthen democratic linkages within, and among the Ugandan Parliament, selected local governments, and civil society groups. The COP will be the senior in-county technical and administrative supervisor of all project activities. S/he will have overall responsibility for coordinating program activities at the highest levels among a diverse group of local stakeholders and beneficiaries. This includes liaising with government officials, USAID personnel, and civil society leaders; as well as supervising partnering organizations and sub-grantees. The COP helps ensure timely project implementation, monitoring of activities, and management of project staff and subsidiaries. The COP has ultimate responsibility for project financial accountability and reporting to USAID and Creative Associates home office.
Reporting & Supervision
The Chief of Party reports to Creative's HQ Program Director.
Primary Responsibilities
Is responsible for overall technical and financial performance of the project; Manages/leads in-country staff to ensure that the project is achieving all deliverables; Ensures that technical, financial, and administrative activities are carried out according to USAID and Creative's policies and procedures; Manages subcontractors to ensure that their performance meets or exceeds technical and financial contractual requirements; Maintains and nurtures Creative's relationship with USAID by communicating on a weekly basis Successfully manages the project's relationship with local governments/ministries and other stakeholders; Oversees creation and implementation of project monitoring and evaluation activities; Engages in frequent, routine communication with the Home Office so that the Project Director is aware of both progress and potential issues. Solicits assistance and input as needed to ensure that the project's performance meets or exceeds technical and financial contractual requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum of a Master's degree in political science, international relations, public policy, international development or related field Minimum of 10 years of experience working with governance and civil society Demonstrated working experience in Sub-Saharan Africa Experience in facilitating multi-sectorial collaboration among different technical fields and various type of stakeholders (NGOs, CSOs, private sector, government, communities, and international donors); Knowledge of Ugandan culture, politics, and economic contexts; Familiarity with USAID policies and procedures; Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Please apply online at http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com
Please submit all electronic submissions by 11/1/11. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted. If you experience any technical difficulties during the application process, please send an email to recruitment @creativedc.com Creative Associates International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/V/D

Chief of Party (Stability), Uganda

Creative Associates International is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, DC, the firm has a field presence in 20 plus countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

The Chief of Party will oversee a regional stability project in Uganda which aims to address the causes and consequences of violent conflict. To achieve this objective, the Project will integrate a core set of activities in three components: 1) Peace-building and reconciliation; 2) Economic security and social inclusion; and, 3) Access to justice. The COP will be the senior in-county technical and administrative supervisor of all project activities. S/he will have overall responsibility for coordinating program activities at the highest levels among a diverse group of local stakeholders and beneficiaries. This includes liaising with government officials, USAID personnel, and civil society leaders; as well as supervising partnering organizations and sub-grantees. The COP helps ensure timely project implementation, monitoring of activities, and management of project staff and subsidiaries. The COP has ultimate responsibility for project financial accountability and reporting to USAID and Creative Associates home office.

Reporting and Supervision

The Chief of Party reports to Creative's HQ Program Director.

Primary Responsibilities

Is responsible for overall technical and financial performance of the project; Manages/leads in-country staff to ensure that the project is achieving all deliverables; Ensures that technical, financial, and administrative activities are carried out according to USAID and Creative's policies and procedures; Manages subcontractors to ensure that their performance meets or exceeds technical and financial contractual requirements; Maintains and nurtures Creative's relationship with USAID by communicating on a weekly basis Successfully manages the project's relationship with local governments/ministries and other stakeholders; Oversees creation and implementation of project monitoring and evaluation activities; Engages in frequent, routine communication with the Home Office so that the Project Director is aware of both progress and potential issues. Solicits assistance and input as needed to ensure that the project's performance meets or exceeds technical and financial contractual requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Minimum of a Master's degree in peace and conflict, political science, international security, or a related field; Minimum of 10 years of experience working with conflict resolution/regional stability Demonstrated working experience in Sub-Saharan Africa Experience in facilitating multi-sectorial collaboration among different technical fields and various type of stakeholders (NGOs, private sector, government, communities, and international donors); Knowledge of Ugandan culture, politics, and economic contexts; Familiarity with USAID policies and procedures; Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Please apply online at http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com

Please submit all electronic submissions by 11/1/11. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted.

If you experience any technical difficulties during the application process, please send an email to recruitment @creativedc.com

Creative Associates International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/V/D

Programme Manager, Pader, Uganda

Position: 6 months Initial Contract, renewable pending funding Salary: £24,000 – £28,000 GBP (pro-rata) Applications deadline: 5:00 PM (GMT); 12 September, 2011 Contact: vaswati@warchild.org.uk
WCUK is recruiting a Programme Manager, Pader (Uganda) who will be responsible for field management and assist in the development of WCUK's Uganda Program.
The Programme Manager, Pader will provide leadership in all areas of implementation including financial management, programme management, security, logistics, HR, partner supervision and capacity building, and overall office management in Pader. S/he will assist the Field Director (Uganda) in expanding in-country programs in Karamoja and Northern Uganda, by writing concept papers and proposals, providing assessment information and support. The Pader Programme Manager will also support the FD, Uganda in the monitoring and evaluation of all projects.
For more details download the Application Pack
Key Responsibilities Include: o Operations: Serve as key focal point for all WCUK Uganda Logistics, HR, Security, Administration and Finance o Programme Financial Management: Programme planning and development, in line with WCUK's strategy; Programme delivery, to agreed financial standards, time frames and budgets. o Grant Management, reporting and Compliance: Ensure timely adherence to donor and organisational requirements, including child protection policy and monthly programme reporting, by WCUK and partner staff. Providing FD with the information necessary for donor reports. o Communication and Representation: Representing WCUK in external network meetings, to donors and government officials; gathering communication material including case studies for UK based campaigns and communications team. o Fundraising: Support FD in with the information necessary to develop proposals and report to donors, in line with donor schedules. Helping in drafting of concept papers, proposals and budgets
For more details download the Application Pack
Application Process: o Download the Application Pack and complete the Application Form (Please note that individual CVs will not be accepted) o All completed application forms must be sent to vaswati@warchild.org.uk and reach War Child by 5:00 PM (GMT); 12 September, 2011 (Monday) o Due to limited resources War Child, HR will contact only the shortlisted candidates o First round interviews will be held during mid - later half of the week commencing 12 September, 2011. Candidates will be expected to complete a short assessment test. o Second round interviews for selected candidates will be held during week of 19 September, 2011
o Any offer made past the second interview will be conditional on receipt of 3 favourable written references, (from your most recent employer, any other previous employer and a character reference). In case clarification is required post the receipt of complete reference forms, War Child reserves the right to call the referees. o The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a CRB / police check, a medical check for overseas travel purposes, be compliant and sign up to War Child's Child Protection Policy prior to a final offer being made. o Start date: October 2011
For more details download the Application Pack

Livelihood Technical Support Officer, Kampala, Uganda

Handicap International is looking for : Livelihood Technical Support Officer
COUNTRY : Uganda CITY : Kampala Starting date : ASAP Length of the assignment : 14 months
Closing date for application : 15/09/2011 Advertisement reference : LICTUG
Handicap International is an independent and impartial international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights. Handicap International is a not-for-profit organisation with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as a federation made up of a network of associations that provide it with human and financial resources, manage its projects and implement its actions and social mission. For more details on the association: http://www.handicap-international.fr/en/s/index.html
JOB CONTEXT: Following consultation between Handicap International (HI), the Uganda Mine Action Center (UMAC) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) at the 9th Mine States Parties meeting in Geneva November 2008, HI conducted, in March 2009, a mine action assessment mission in Western Uganda. The assessment mission confirmed the presence of mine/ERW (Explosive Remnants of War) and a significant socio-economic impact in Western Uganda. The HI project approach will include Risk Education to prevent accidents and support to survivors and affected population. The activities will take place in partnership with 5 local Mine/ERW Survivors and Disabled People Organizations (DPO).
JOB DESCRIPTION: Your main objective will be to ensure the implementation of all livelihood activities at district level and define the livelihood strategy within the project.
Challenges and goals: Based in Kampala, you are under the responsibility of the Program Coordinator and you will participate in the cross border (between Uganda and East Congo DRC) project set-up and accompany the project throughout your mission. You will be the programme's key contact person in your field of expertise for internal and external partners.
Activities:

• Support the team to Identify appropriate local partners in order to implement identification and referral system,
• Support the implementation of socio economic inclusion activities for survivors and other persons with disabilities .
• Offer technical support and training to HI staff and partners on line with Handicap International policy and frame of action
• Prepare and update the action plan for livelihood operations
• Manage reporting and capitalization

CANDIDATE PROFILE: Mandatory:

• Master degree in economics, enterprise development, employment…
  • Experience abroad in livelihoods and socio economic development projects (monitoring, evaluation, implementation)
  • Relevant experience in social inclusion of vulnerable groups or persons with disabilities
• Business management knowledge
• Training capacities
  • Training and management skills and experience
  • Hands-on experience in similar positions and projects (start-up) in a humanitarian context.
  • Excellent negotiation and adaptation skills to multi-cultural, multi-actor environments.

REQUIRED LANGUAGE SKILLS: Fluent written and spoken English and French
JOB ENVIRONMENT: Living conditions in Kampala are good and quite comfortable. It is possible to rent a house with all modern conveniences in Kampala (including running electricity and water). Security conditions in Kampala: safe. This position is open to single, couples and families. 75 % of your time will be spent travelling
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Volunteer: 750 or 850 Euros monthly indemnity + living allowance paid on the field + accommodation + 50% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance + indemnity for partner and children Salary: 2100-2400 gross salary/month + 457 Euros net expatriation allowance + 50% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance + indemnity for partner and children
Please send resume and covering letter with the reference: to: LITCUG HANDICAP INTERNATIONAL - 14, avenue Berthelot - 69361 LYON CEDEX 07 - FRANCE By Email: recrut05@handicap-international.org Or by our website: www.handicap-international.fr Please do not telephone

Chief of Party, Uganda

Creative Associates is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, D.C., the firm has field presence in 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Creative seeks qualified candidates for Chief of Party (COP) for an upcoming early grade literacy, health education and Education Systems project in Uganda. The COP will be the technical and administrative supervisor of all project activities and will be the senior in-country project representative with overall responsibility for supervising project staff, and managing relations with partners and sub-contractors (both international and local). The COP will coordinate program activities among a diverse group of stakeholders and beneficiaries, especially school officials, Ministry of Education and USAID personnel. The COP will ensure timely project implementation and technical reliability, monitor project activities, and ensure quality. The COP has ultimate responsibility for financial accountability and reporting to USAID and the Creative home office.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Minimum of a Master's degree in education or related field; Minimum of 10 years' experience in implementing and managing education improvement programs in developing countries; Familiarity with USAID policies and procedures; Technical experience in areas such as: teacher training and support supervision, primary education, early grade reading and literacy, local language mapping, pedagogical frameworks, education systems, EMIS, and health education and community mobilization; Experience in East Africa; Demonstrated exemplary diplomatic, communication, and interpersonal skills; Organizational acumen and cultural sensitivity; Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Ph.D. or Ed.D; Previous COP experience
Please apply online at http://www.creativeassociatesinternational.com
Please submit all electronic submissions by 10/10/11. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted.
If you experience any technical difficulties during the application process, please send an email to recruitment @creativedc.com
Creative Associates International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/V/D

Conflict and Political Analysts, Uganda

Uganda – Conflict and Political Analysts International Resources Group (IRG) seeks candidates with significant experience in conflict assessment and political analysis at the regional and national levels. We are looking for expressions of interest from qualified candidates for the following position: Uganda Country Analyst – Conflict and Political Assessment The Country Analyst will bring an in-depth understanding and background in the major drivers of conflict and political issues affecting Uganda and other countries in the East Africa Region. Qualifications:

• Masters in Conflict Resolution and Management (Conflict Analyst) and/or political science, or other social science discipline.
• Recognized specialist for Uganda with ongoing research and analysis at country level required
• Experience working with international donor or other international organizations carrying out political and/or conflict assessments or analyses for both policy and program implementation.
• Experience working with various conflict assessment methodologies including USAID Conflict Assessment Framework.
  
  How to Apply: Please send a current resume and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and indicating availability to IRGDGExperts@irgltd.com. Place "Uganda – Conflict/Political Analyst" in the subject line. IRG is an international professional services firm that helps governments, the private sector, communities, and households manage critical resources to build a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous world. Since its inception in 1978, IRG has completed over 850 contracts in 140 countries, delivering high-quality, cost-effective services that promote positive economic growth, institutional and social change, and intelligent use of resources-human, physical, environmental, and financial. Please visit our website, www.irgltd.com, to learn more.
  IRG is an EOE- M/F/D/V

Project Officer (Gates Foundation project), Kampala

PROJECT OFFICER (GATES FOUNDATION PROJECT) (AFRO/11/TASR42)

7 September 2011

The mission of WHO is the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health.

Vacancy Notice No: AFRO/11/TASR42

Title: Project Officer (Gates Foundation project)

Grade: P4

Contract type: Temporary Appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

Duration of contract: 12 months

Date: 5 September 2011

Application Deadline: 19 September 2011

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Organization unit: AF/DNC Prevention & Control of Non-Communicable Diseases (AF/DNC), AF/HPR Health Promotion (0)

AF/TOB Tobacco Free Initiative

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME :

The objectives of the tobacco control programme in WHO is to reduce the global burden of disease and death caused by tobacco, thereby protecting present and future generations from the devastating health, social, environmental and economic consequences of tobacco consumption and exposure to tobacco smoke. This is accomplished through providing global policy leadership; encouraging mobilization at all levels of society; and promoting the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC). The WHO FCTC encourages countries to adhere to its principles, and the Tobacco Free Initiative (TFI)Programme supports them in their efforts to implement tobacco control measures based on its provisions. The tobacco control programme in AFRO seeks to influence national and international efforts to achieve tobacco control policies that are pro-public health, and also to increase the ability of Member States to manage the opportunities related to implementation of the WHO FCTC.

The World Health Organization is the recipient of a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation grant to implement model, sustainable sub-regional tobacco control capacity building and to work with Member State Governments in the African Region to promote tobacco-control oriented policy change.

Description of duties:

Under the broad guidance and direct supervision of the Senior Project Officer (Gates), and in collaboration with TFI AFRO and the Global Coordination Team at TFI HQ, the incumbent:

1. Provides technical, tobacco control-specific programmatic expertise and guidance relevant to the establishment of the African Tobacco Control Resource Centre (ATCRC);

2. Assesses leading tobacco control practices and research to identify innovative approaches and models for integration into the ATCRC's initiatives;

3. Advises the Director of the ATCRC in developing and implementing the Centre's initial tobacco control capacity building trainings, product and service offerings;

4. Liaises on the technical level with ATCRC's external partners and technical counterparts within WHO and relevant AFR Member State governments to forward the work of the ATCRC;

5. Identifies and evaluates tobacco control research opportunities for the ATCRC and encourages national counterparts to seek new scientific courses of investigation, building tobacco control capacity and sustainability;

6. Provides the Senior Project Officer (Gates) with advice on attainment of the ATCRC tobacco control programme objectives and execution options, within the agreed operational parameters;

7. Any other appropriate duties and functions, as required by the Senior Project Officer (Gates)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Essential: Advanced degree in public health, administration or policy.

Desirable: Training in tobacco control

Skills:

Excellent track record in tobacco control programme planning and implementation at the national or international levels;

Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in complex tobacco control project;

Proven ability to develop and support health programmes in developing countries, preferably in countries with a high burden of tobacco use and resource-limited settings;

Ability to communicate and write in a clear and concise manner;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance;

Tact, discretion and diplomacy;

Ability to work under tight deadlines and on a results oriented basis;

Ability to develop innovative approaches and solutions.

Experience:

Required

7 years experience in public health programmes, policy or research at national and international levels, including one year of experience at the international level in a governmental, academic or international organization or institution. At least 3 years of experience in tobacco control. Experience in the African Region. Proven experience in public health programmes in developing countries, drawing on best practices and working well with partners, internal and external. Demonstrated familiarity with the WHO FCTC, related instruments, implementation and institutions is essential.

Desirable

Experience in WHO, with a broad understanding of the Organization's mandate and work in the field of tobacco control.

Good track record in tobacco control projects, research or policy.

Ability to communicate tobacco control technical and policy issues at various occasions (e.g., meetings with Governments, policy makers, press conferences, seminars and conferences).

Innovativeness and strong organizational skills with capacity to handle stress while working complex tasks.

Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working collaboratively with others from a range of disciplines and cultures.

Languages:

Excellent knowledge of English and French.

Additional Information:

Fixed-term staff will keep their status and short-term will be given a Temporary Appointment in line with the Staff Rules up to 24 months.

Annual salary:

(Net of tax)

USD 67395 at single rate

USD 72373 with primary dependants

Post Adjustment:

26.7 % of the above figure(s). This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation.

Online applications are strongly encouraged to enable WHO to store your profile in a permanent database. Please visit WHO's e-Recruitment website at: www.who.int/employment . The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
Non-communicable Diseases

Post Doctoral Fellow, Kampala

REF: PD/UG/MK05/08/11 Total salary & benefit package circa USD 65000 (tax free*) Base salary from USD 35,000-USD 40,000 per annum plus benefits
The Post Doctoral Fellow will work in a project to develop smallholder pig production systems and their associated value chains in Uganda and will report to the Project Manager. The Fellow will be part of a team designing and evaluating a pilot intervention to improve livelihoods, incomes and assets of smallholder households by raising productivity of their pig enterprises based on a package of technical and organizational strategies. S/he will contribute to designing and working closely with national research and development partners to implement the research, with specific responsibility for assessing the financial, economic and social feasibility and appropriateness of the models being piloted, including monitoring of gender dimensions, farmer business and organizational strategies and potential constraints to adoption. The Fellow will also apply existing and new conceptual value chain frameworks to identify pro-poor opportunities for improving the associated value chains. S/he will be expected to actively contribute to preparing strategic communication products including journal publications.
Specific qualifications:

• An understanding of innovation systems and value chain analysis.
• Experience in research design, use of quantitative and qualitative analytic methods (including econometric and mathematical modeling),
• Experience with supervising/coordinating collection and analysis of gender-disaggregated data related to agricultural households and associated value chains
  
  Post location: The position is to be based in Kampala, Uganda.
  Position level: The position is a Post doctoral level, job grade 4A. Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal for 1 year Benefits: *Monetary benefits are tax free subject to compliance with tax regulations of country of citizenship. Benefits include: s Life insurance s International medical cover for staff and dependentss Education allowance for dependent children s Housing allowance sBaggage allowance s Home leave travel allowance s Annual holiday entitlement of 30 days + 11 public holidays. Applications Applicants should send a cover letter explaining their interest, what they can bring to the job and indicating earliest availability. They should also send curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate's professional qualifications and work experience to email: ilri-economists@cgiar.org by 30 September 2011. The position reference number 'PD/UG/MK05/08/11' must be clearly indicated in the email subject line.
  ILRI is an equal opportunity employer. Suitably qualified women and developing country citizens are particularly encouraged to apply.

Country Manager Uganda

Uganda Country Manager – Great Lakes Programme

Salary: £40,724 per annum Uganda national/£37,724 per annum for expatriate staff with benefits including accommodation, relocation package, annual flight back home, medical insurance cover and a UK tax free salary.

Alert is recruiting for a new Uganda Country Manager for the Great Lakes Programme. The post will be based in Uganda and will involve frequent travel within and outside the region.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all legal, reputational, relational, strategic, administrative and other aspects of the programme. S/he will oversee the successful implementation of current activities, taking responsibility for sound management as well as monitoring and reporting on impact, and s/he will achieve on-going strategic coherence, consolidation and, where necessary, growth of the programme, successfully raising funds and recruiting new staff, and generally ensuring that Alert's contribution to peacebuilding in Uganda is maximised. S/he will work closely with Alert's wider Great Lakes Programme, taking an active role in regional strategy and cross-programmatic developments.

The ideal candidate will be educated to Master's Degree, and have significant experience of operational management in an NGO, including responsibility for programming, staffing, financial and administrative system. S/he will be able to demonstrate success in designing, financing and delivering peacebuilding related programmes, including through leading policy research, and candidates must also be able to demonstrate a sound grasp of current methodologies for monitoring impact of development/ peacebuilding interventions.

A dynamic thought leader, s/he will also have a proven ability to lead and mentor a team as well as complex partnership relationships, and be a creative facilitator of sensitive multi-stakeholder processes. Fluency in written and spoken English is also essential.

For an application form and further information visit our website, www.international-alert.org.

The closing date for applications is Friday 9th September 2011. Please send your completed application form to Rebecca Shepherd at rshepherd@international-alert.org

Please note we do not accept CVs.

PREVIOUS CANDIDATES NEED NOT APPLY.

While International Alert will endeavour to contact all candidates within a reasonable time, this may not always be possible due to limited resources. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you can assume that your application has, on this occasion, been unsuccessful. International Alert is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be judged strictly on the basis of merit.

International Alert is a 25-year old independent peacebuilding organisation. We work with people who are directly affected by violent conflict to improve their prospects of peace. And we seek to influence the policies and ways of working of governments, international organisations like the UN and multinational companies, to reduce conflict risk and increase the prospects of peace.

Alert's Uganda programme has been running since 2007 and is in an exciting phase of growth and expansion of impact. It has the following strategic objectives:

• Harness the potential contribution of oil to Uganda's peaceful development;
• Facilitate efforts to build a peace economy in Northern Uganda;
• Foster business networks promoting peace;
• Proved analytical leadership on the links between economy and conflict/economy and peace in Uganda.
  
  To learn more about how and where we work, visit www.international-alert.org

Project Director, Uganda

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster and provides innovative, relevant programming in post conflict environments. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

The IRC in Uganda: The IRC has worked in northern Uganda since 1998, implementing relief, recovery and post-conflict development programs in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord's Resistance Army. Today, the IRC is helping tens of thousands of people displaced by violence to return home and rebuild their communities, following a cease-fire agreement in 2006. At the same time, in Karamoja—one of the poorest and least developed areas in Uganda—the IRC works with communities affected by violence to promote peace and improve access to services since 2002. The IRC in Uganda is implementing a five year strategic plan (2011 – 2015) focusing on meeting the unique needs of adolescent girls, strengthening partnerships with the government, civil society and the private sector, promoting accountability and incorporating evidence-based approaches.

Specific notes on the HSAP Project Management: The IRC is currently preparing a proposal in response to a DFID-funded request for applications to improve community-driven accountability and monitoring of health services. This Health Sector Accountability Project (HSAP) is part of DFIDs complex, multi-year Uganda Accountability Program. The Program Director will work with a team of staff to manage the project's portfolio of sub-grants and oversee support to civil society partners throughout the sub-granting cycle (organizational development; technical trainings on gender, reproductive health, accountability seeking behaviors and advocacy; project cycle management; compliance and reporting).

• This position will be an employment agreement with the IRC and is contingent on the IRC being awarded funding.
• The anticipated project duration is October 2011 through December 2015, and is characterized by a six-month inception/ planning period followed by implementation.
• The IRC is leading on this proposal, but working with GOAL, Uganda in the submission and subsequent project implementation.
• If the IRC/GOAL is successful in getting this contract from DfID, the position would directly supervise project staff embedded in the IRC and GOAL Uganda staff.
  
  Responsibilities:
  Provide Strong Leadership to the HSAP
  
• Ensure that the project is implemented in accordance with the terms of the DfID contract, the IRC regulations and at the highest professional standards.
• Ensure that the project is carried out without cost overruns.
• Provide direct technical and managerial supervision to all project staff to ensure high quality program implementation to achieve maximum coverage and impact.
  
• Act as the primary representational link with DFID Uganda, government offices and other donors, multinationals and technical agencies as applicable.
  
• Work closely with DFID Uganda and agencies implementing other related projects or other DFID projects under the Uganda Accountability Program.
• Represent the project to all key stakeholders, government officials and donors at workshops, conferences and coordination meetings.
  
  
• Lead inception stage activities (6 months) including: o Organize and draft guidance for a sub-grant process that adheres to DFID and IRC policies and procedures. o Develop manuals and procedures for grant applications. o Prepare a draft call for grant applications and issue a call for concept notes. o Based on emerging trends in the concept notes, revise manuals and procedures for full grant application process. o Organize (and outsource) assessments in areas of reproductive health and social exclusion analysis. o Organize (and outsource) baseline survey. o Establish and M&E plan, detailed year 1 workplan, detailed year one budget. o Submit inception report to DFID.
  
  
• Manage sub-grant process including: o With IRC/GOAL and HSAP team, review and provide feedback on all concept notes and sub-grant proposals. o Ensure award of sub-grants to Ugandan NGOs, CBOs and district level advocacy networks. o Conduct, in collaboration with program staff, pre-award assessments of all new sub-grantees prior to sub-grant award. o Ensure submission and approval of Anti-Terrorism Compliance documents for all new sub-grantees prior to sub-grant award. o Prepare sub-grantee agreements and modifications.
  
  Civil Society Capacity Building
  
• Ensure potential sub-grantees are familiar with DFID and IRC sub-grant policies and procedures.
• Working with fellow IRC/GOAL staff, disseminate guidelines about, and train potential sub-grantees in, the process of submitting sub-grant proposals responsive to this project's needs and in line with USAID and IRC regulations.
• Prepare, in collaboration with HSAP program staff and sub-grantees, individual capacity building plans for all sub-grantees.
• Oversee provision of quality technical (health sector) support to CSO partners as required.
• Identify, possibly through expressions of interest, organizations/firms that are capable of providing organizational development and other trainings as identified by the CSO partners.
• Prepare monitoring plan for all outsourced organizational development trainings for sub-grantees.
• Support the HSAP staff to conduct and document regular mentoring and follow-up of sub-grantees.
  
  Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
  
• Conduct regular meetings with sub-grantee partners and program staff;
• Inform program staff about key compliance issues and support program staff to work with partners to address problems;
• Ensure that M&E Coordinator: o Maintains filing system (both hard and soft copy) for all sub-grantees' agreements, amendments, proposals, reports, payments and important correspondence; and o Develops sub-grantee tracking sheets and data bases that capture key information;
• Ensure timely submission of sub-grantee technical and financial reports, and ensure the review of reports adheres to IRC requirements.
• Coordinate with IRC's Finance Department to facilitate timely processing of all sub-grantee payments.
• Ensure completion of required reports to the donor.
  
  Requirements:  Master's Degree or higher in Social Sciences, such as international development, social work, or public policy.
   At least 10 years experience in designing, implementing and managing related civil society development programs, preferably in relation to community-accountability mechanisms.  Minimum of five years experience in advocacy-related work.  Experience (implementation or oversight) of programs in the health sector, focusing on demand side strategies for improving health service delivery.  Strong knowledge of DFID rules and regulations.  Demonstrated skills and experience working and collaborating with international and local non-profit organizations.  Strong negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong relations with local counterparts, donors, and other stakeholders.  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  Ability and interest to work with a diverse and multicultural team in a collaborative, respectful and culturally appropriate manner.  Ability to multi-task and manage a number of different initiatives at one time, with flexibility and creativity in a complex environment.
  Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7241

Grants and Partnerships Manager, Uganda

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
The IRC began working in Uganda in 1998 in response to the devastation wrought by rebel group the Lord's Resistance Army in the north of the country. Today, the IRC is helping tens of thousands of people displaced by violence to return home and rebuild their communities, following a cease-fire agreement in 2006. At the same time, in Karamoja—one of the poorest and least developed areas in Uganda—the IRC works with communities affected by violence to promote peace and improve access to services. The IRC in Uganda recently began implementing a new five-year strategic plan that focuses on meeting the unique needs of adolescent girls, strengthening partnerships with the government, civil society and the private sector, promoting accountability and increasing the use of evidence-based approaches. In FY2010, the IRC had an annual program value of $7.7M and employed approximately 180 staff in six locations.
Grant Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the sector coordinators, conceptualize new projects and develop winning funding proposals
• Stay abreast of best practices and emerging learning in the four themes of the IRC's new strategic plan
• Ensure that grants are implemented in compliance with the IRC and relevant donor regulations, including maintenance of updated grant files and organization and follow up of regular grant meetings
• Organize regular budget management meetings with sector coordinators to ensure strong financial management
• Develop a communication and visibility strategy and support preparation of materials for internal use within the IRC
  
  Partnership Responsibilities
  
• Ensure that partnerships with the government, civil society and private sector actors reflect the IRC's strategic objectives and the local context
• Ensure that partnership and sub-grant related administrative processes and procedures are standardized and consistently implemented throughout the program, including pre-award compliance checks, agreements, disbursements, reporting and partner capacity-building
• Support program staff in assessing partnership opportunities and ensuring that partners receive appropriate capacity-building support in relation to their needs.
  
  Requirements
  
• Masters in international affairs or related subject
• At least 3 years of international experience; experience in Africa would be an advantage
• Previous successful experience developing projects and writing proposals for public donors
• Excellent research and English writing skills
  
• Strong design and computer skills would be an advantage
  
  Specific Security and Housing Situation:
  The security situation in Kampala and northern Uganda is calm with non-violent petty street crime being the most significant threat. In Karamoja there are isolated security threats related to inter-clan conflicts and banditry. The IRC will provide the Grants and Partnership manager with shared housing, which is located a walking distance from the IRC's office. This is a two year unaccompanied posting.
  Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7223

Malaria Operational Research Study Coordinator, Uganda

Overview: On November 8, 2008, the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria approved the launch of an ambitious new initiative to increase access to malaria treatment around the world. Nine countries in Africa and Southeast Asia are participating in Phase 1 of the Affordable Medicines Facility-malaria (AMFm); these countries account for more than one-third of the global malaria burden. The AMFm began operations in June 2009, with orders placed for over 22 million subsidized ACTs and nearly 2 million affordable ACTs in four countries.

The Clinton Foundation Health Access Initiative (CHAI), in collaboration with partner organizations and key malaria policymakers, has developed an operational research portfolio that seeks to address critical outstanding questions regarding how access to malaria treatment can be improved in the context of the AMFm. The projects in this portfolio have been designed to provide rigorous evidence of the impact of various policy innovations that aim to improve the targeting and increase the reach of anti-malarials into the poorest and most remote areas.

CHAI is currently seeking a highly motivated, entrepreneurial individual with outstanding problem-solving, managerial, analytical, and communication skills to support the implementation of a randomized impact evaluation in Uganda. This project will test the feasibility of making rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for malaria—blood stick tests that give results in 15 minutes—available in the small private drug shops in rural areas of the country. This position will primarily be based in the field (Eastern Uganda).

Responsibilities:

• Supporting project implementation including: implementing the intervention, participating in data collection, assisting the Study Coordinator in managing a field team of surveyors, assisting with preliminary data analysis
• Regularly liaising with and working under the guidance of the Study Coordinator and Principal Investigators leading the study
• Managing data collection protocols
• Developing and overseeing data management processes
• Conducting quality control of data as it comes in from the field
• Monitoring proper implementation of RDTs and adherence to safety protocols in rural drug shops
• Liaising with the Government of Uganda and other stakeholders in the malaria community
• Writing project reports and helping draft policy memos
• Helping with other dissemination tasks as needed
  
  Qualifications:
  
• Experience in social science field research
• Excellent management and organizational skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Willingness to travel frequently and to do field work
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in cross-cultural environments
• Flexibility, self-motivation, and an ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies and to work independently
• Experience in and knowledge of Africa
• Experience working in rural settings for extended periods of time
  
  Advantages:
  
• Advanced degree in economics, public health, public policy, social sciences or related fields
• Familiarity with randomized evaluations preferred
• Experience with survey implementation strongly preferred
• Knowledge of STATA strongly preferred
  
  PLEASE APPLY ONLY THROUGH THE FOLLOWING LINK:
  https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/2212/job