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

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 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

Reporting Intern, Kampala, Uganda

Department: Program Development
Position: Reporting Intern Contract duration: 6 months Location: Kampala, Uganda Starting Date Sept 2011
I. Background on ACTED
is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.
was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. has a 100 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.
II. Country Profile
Capital Office : Kampala National Staff : 77 Areas : 2 (Northern Uganda, Karamoja) On-going programmes : 13 Budget : 2.9 M
has been active in Uganda since May of 2007, both in the northern region and Karamoja. In the North, supports the early recovery process with a specific focus on the needs of returning populations displaced by years of conflict. It also expands access, retention, equity and quality of primary education. In Karamoja, the focus is enhanced food security and resilience to disasters, especially droughts, as well as improving the primary education sector. In 2010, began laying the foundations for long term economic development by strengthening livelihoods, building community infrastructure, increasing access to markets, and focusing on disaster preparedness and drought early warning. In 2011, expands its disaster preparedness interventions, responds to early signs of a drought in North Pokot, consolidates DEWS, continues publishing timely and useful drought bulletins, pilots a SMS-based health reporting system in Karamoja, while continuing interventions focused on increasing market access, and capacity building of farmers and pastoralists to strengthen livelihoods. In addition to these long-term development activities, will maintain an emergency response capacity and will use its experienced and recognized expertise to advocate sustainable cross-border solutions in Karamoja and Pokot, as well as in Northern Uganda.
III. Position Profile
The Reporting Intern ensures the production of timely reports for the Reporting Manager as well as the Country Director. He/she assists the Reporting Manager and the Country Director in developing internal and external country communication strategies.
Under the supervision of the Reporting Manager, the reporting intern will:

• Collect and synthesize data from the field, and draft reports in cooperation with project management, finance, monitoring and evaluation, and other field coordination departments
• Assist the Reporting Manager in developing project proposals, addressing ad hoc donor requests or catalysing action on specific projects or components of projects
• Liaise with external partners and represent in coordination and information meetings with NGOs, donors, and other humanitarian actors.
  
  IV. Qualifications:
  
• Postgraduate diploma in Journalism, International Relations or a relevant field
• Previous related work experience, preferably in the humanitarian field w/knowledge of donor relations
• Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English (French in a francophone post/Spanish in a Central American post)
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
  
  V. Conditions:
  Field Intern benefits include: a 300 USD per month living allowance, coverage of all accommodation, food, and travel costs, a luggage allowance of 50 kg., and the provision of medical, repatriation, and life insurance.
  VI. Submission of applications:
  Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org Ref : RI/UGA/RW
  Att: Human Resources Department 33, rue Godot de Mauroy 75009 Paris FRANCE
  Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46
  For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

Administrative Assistant, Kampala, Uganda

Administrative Assistant, Uganda

The mission of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) is to bring innovation, expertise, solutions and support to address health challenges in low- and middle-income populations. With nearly 10,000 members and subscribers from 145 countries, The Union has its headquarters in Paris and regional and country offices serving the Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, North America and South-East Asia regions. Its scientific departments focus on tuberculosis, HIV, lung health and non-communicable diseases, tobacco control and research. Each department engages in research, provides technical assistance and offers training and other capacity-building activities leading to health solutions for the poor. For more information, please visit our website: www.theunion.org.

The Union is seeking a qualified local candidate for the position of Administrative Assistant, SPARK-TB project to be posted in Kampala, Uganda. The position is dependent upon availability of funds.

Key Responsibilities: Working under the guidance and supervision of the Project Manager, the Administrative Assistant shall: 1. Provide general office support to the management team and staff, including but not limited to;filing, collating reports, photocopying, faxing, mailing documents, organising courier services, formatting documents, organising deliveries, making phone calls to external sources, directing phone inquiries, taking messages. 2. Keep an updated record of all office materials and supplies, collect requests for supplies on a monthly basis. 3. Coordinate local and international travel arrangements for the staff, including bookings, transport, travel advance requests, compiling expense reports and re-imbursement requests, according to The Union's Travel Policy. 4. Organise meetings and coordinate meeting schedules as requested by the management team and staff. 5. Ensure proper maintenance of office equipment and organise all necessary repairs in a timely fashion. 6. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager and Finance Assistant. 7. Liaise and maintain effective working relationships with internal (Union office in Paris, France) or external contacts with regard to IT support.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Management and Administration/Secretarial Studies with experience in private sector or donor funded organisations supporting senior level Executives.
• University degree in Secretarial and Administrative Studies will be an added advantage.
  
  Competence and Skills:
  
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Two or more years of experience in a similar or related position.
• Computer literacy especially in Microsoft-office, email and internet.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Record keeping and retrieval skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Strong team player and orientation towards team.
  
  How to Apply: Please send a cover letter and your resume to hr@theunion.org Kindly note that the position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Due to the urgency of this position, it may be filled before the closing date. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Closing Date: Sunday, 14 August 2011

Procurement Associate, Kampala, Uganda

Background

UNDP Uganda is looking for a suitably qualified Ugandan to fill the post of Procurement Associate.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Procurement Specialist, the Procurement Associate ensures execution of transparent and efficient procurement services and processes in Uganda CO. The Procurement Associate promotes a client-focused, quality and results-oriented approach in the Unit.

The Procurement Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and projects' staff in the CO and UNDP HQs staff for resolving complex procurement-related issues and information exchange.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures

implementation of the operational strategies

focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Full compliance of procurement activities with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control.
• CO Procurement business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in Procurement and Logistics in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management.

Organizes procurement processes for CO, NEX/DEX projects and at the request of other Agencies

focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Preparation of procurement plans for the office and projects and their implementation monitoring.
• Organization of procurement processes including preparation and conduct of RFQs, ITBs or RFPs, receipt of quotations, bids or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNDP rules and regulations.
• Preparation of Purchase Orders (POs) and contracts in and outside Atlas, preparation of Recurring Purchase orders for contracting of services, vendors' creation in Atlas. . Buyers profile in Atlas.
• Preparation of submissions to the Contract, Asset and Procurement Committee (CAP) and Advisory Committee on Procurement (ACP).
• Implementation of the internal control system which ensures that POs are duly prepared and dispatched. Timely corrective actions on POs with budget check errors and other problems.
• Presentation of reports on procurement in the CO.
• Preparation of cost-recovery bills in Atlas for the procurement services provided by UNDP to other Agencies.
• Implementation of joint procurement processes for the UN Agencies in line with the UN reform.

Ensures

implementation of sourcing strategy

focusing on achievement of the following result:

• Development and update of the rosters of suppliers, implementation of supplier selection and evaluation.

Ensures proper

control of CO Assets

focusing on achievement of the following result:

• Preparation of inventory reports in collaboration with the Assets focal point.
• Implementation of Inventory and physical verification control in the CO and projects.

Ensures organization of l

ogistical services

focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Organization of travel including purchase of tickets, DSA calculation, PO preparation; arrangement of shipments; vehicle maintenance; conference facilities arrangements in collaboration with the Assistant Administrative in charge of travels and protocol.
• Timely conducted DSA, Travel Agencies, vehicle maintenance, hotel and conference facilities surveys in collaboration with the Administrative Associate.

Ensures

facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

in the CO focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on Procurement.
• Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in Procurement.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates commitment to UNDP's mission, vision and values.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies

Knowledge Management and Learning

• Shares knowledge and experience
• Encourages office staff to share knowledge and contribute to UNDP Practice Areas
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to perform a variety of specialized activities related to contract, asset and procurement management, including organization and conduct of procurement processes, implementation of contract and sourcing strategies, reporting, control of assets
• Sound knowledge of financial rules and regulations
• Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new system.

Leadership and Self-Management

• Focuses on result for the client
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
• Demonstrates openness to change
• Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view

UNDP Procurement Certification programme

Required Skills and Experience

Secondary Education with specialized training in procurement. University Degree in Business or Public Administration would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.

6 years of progressively responsible administrative experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), advance knowledge of automated procurement systems, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.

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.

Project Coordinator and Trainer, Kampala, Uganda

The mission of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) is to bring innovation, expertise, solutions and support to address health challenges in low- and middle-income populations. With nearly 10,000 members and subscribers from 145 countries, The Union has its headquarters in Paris and regional and country offices serving the Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, North America and South-East Asia regions. Its scientific departments focus on tuberculosis, HIV, lung health and non-communicable diseases, tobacco control and research. Each department engages in research, provides technical assistance and offers training and other capacity-building activities leading to health solutions for the poor. For more information, please visit our website: www.theunion.org .
SPARK-TB (Slum Partnerships to Actively Respond to Tuberculosis in Kampala) is a one-year project aimed at improving access to quality TB diagnosis and treatment for the urban poor in Kampala district within private health facilities, with the objective of increasing case-finding.
The Union has a vacancy for 3 Project Coordinators & Trainers, SPARK-TB Project to be posted in Kampala, Uganda. The positions are open to local candidates only, and are dependent upon availability of funds.
Overall Role: The post holders will coordinate technical and training activities in his/her assigned project areas, which will support in the detection of additional TB cases. S/he will report to the SPARK-TB Project Manager.
Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the District Health Officer, the Divisional Health Officer and the Project staff and provide technical support on DOTS, TB/HIV and the Public-Private Mix (PPM) to the Private Health Providers.
• Direct and coordinate the implementation of project activities within his/her assigned region/division.
• Train and mentor the Private Health Providers on DOTS, TB/HIV and PPM within his/her assigned region/division.
• Liaise with the Divisional Health Officer and the Private Health providers to identify training needs, develop action plans and implement the desired actions to address those needs.
• Support to modify and develop training materials for the Private Health Providers.
• Coordinate all monitoring and evaluation activities within the assigned region/division and drafts regular monthly and quarterly reports using specific project tools.
• Liaise with the Divisional Health Officer to collect and organize data related to DOTS, TB/HIV and PPM from the Private health facilities.
• Serve as first point of contact on all project related inquiries within the assigned region/division.
• Coordinate and provide support supervision to the Private Health Providers within his/her assigned region/division.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualifications:

• A diploma qualification as a Clinical Officer or a comprehensive nurse with training in public health or community health.
• Three or more years of experience in a similar or related position.
• Strong coordination, organisational and training skills.
• Computer literacy especially in MS-office, email and internet.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Strong team building skills.
• Strong representation skills.
• Understanding and experience in tuberculosis control an added advantage.
• Previous work experience with the private health sector an added advantage.
  
  How to Apply Please send a cover letter and your resume to hr@theunion.org Kindly note that the position is open to Ugandan nationals only. Due to the urgency of this position, it may be filled before the closing date. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Procurement Associate, Kampala (only Ugandan Nationals Should Apply), Uganda

Background

UNDP invites internal and external applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the post of Procurement Associate in Kampala.

The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Procurement Specialist. The Procurement Associate ensures execution of transparent and efficient procurement services and processes in Uganda CO. The Procurement Associate promotes a client-focused, quality and results-oriented approach in the Unit.

The Procurement Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and Projects staff in the UNDP Country Office and Headquarters, with a view to resolving complex procurement-related issues and information exchange.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures implementation of the operational strategies focusing on achievement of the following results

• Full compliance of procurement activities with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control.
• CO Procurement business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in Procurement and Logistics in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management.

Organizes procurement processes for CO, NEX/DEX projects and at the request of other Agencies focusing on achievement of the following results

• Prepare procurement plans for the office and projects and their implementation monitoring.
• Organize procurement processes including preparation and conduct of RFQs, ITBs or RFPs, receipt of quotations, bids or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNDP rules and regulations.
• Prepare Purchase Orders (POs) and contracts in and outside Atlas, preparation of Recurring Purchase orders for contracting of services, vendors' creation in Atlas.
• Buyers profile in Atlas.
• Prepare submissions to the Contract, Asset and Procurement Committee (CAP) and Advisory Committee on Procurement (ACP).
• Implement internal control system which ensures that POs are duly prepared and dispatched. Timely corrective actions on POs with budget check errors and other problems.
• Present reports on procurement in the CO.
• Prepare cost-recovery bills in Atlas for the procurement services provided by UNDP to other Agencies.
• Implement joint procurement processes for the UN Agencies in line with the UN reform.

Ensures implementation of sourcing strategy focusing on achievement of the following result

:

• Development and update of the rosters of suppliers, implementation of supplier selection and evaluation.

Ensures proper control of CO Assets focusing on achievement of the following result

• Prepare inventory reports in collaboration with the Assets focal point.
• Implementation of Inventory and physical verification control in the CO and projects.

Ensures organization of logistical services focusing on achievement of the following results

• Organization of travel including purchase of tickets, DSA calculation, PO preparation; arrangement of shipments; vehicle maintenance; conference facilities arrangements in collaboration with the Assistant Administrative in charge of travels and protocol.
• Timely conducted DSA, Travel Agencies, vehicle maintenance, hotel and conference facilities surveys in collaboration with the Administrative Associate.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO focusing on achievement of the following results

• Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on Procurement.
• Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in Procurement.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

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• Demonstrates commitment to UNDP's mission, vision and values.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

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• Shares knowledge and experience
• Encourages office staff to share knowledge and contribute to UNDP Practice Areas
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to perform a variety of specialized activities related to contract, asset and procurement management, including organization and conduct of procurement processes, implementation of contract and sourcing strategies, reporting, control of assets.
• Sound knowledge of financial rules and regulations
• Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new system.

Leadership and Self-Management

• Focuses on result for the client
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
• Demonstrates openness to change
• Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view

Required Skills and Experience

Education

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• Secondary Education with specialized training in procurement. University Degree in Business or Public Administration would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.
• UNDP Procurement Certification programme

Experience

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• Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible administrative experience is required at the national or international level.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), advance knowledge of automated procurement systems, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language

• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.

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.

Ag Food Security Experts - kampala, Uganda

Vacancy: Various Ag/Food Security Expert Positions Location: Uganda Duration: Short- and Long-Term

CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a contractor for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results.

CARANA is recruiting for an upcoming, five-year -funded project in Uganda that will focus on reducing poverty by enabling vulnerable households in Uganda to improve nutrition and achieve food and sustainable livelihood security through multi-sectoral program activities. The project will work with communities to improve nutrition for women and children while also ensuring sustainable and equitable opportunities for improved livelihoods through agricultural and livelihoods interventions.

We are currently seeking qualified Ugandan nationals for anticipated long-and short-term assignments with expertise in the following areas as they pertain to agricultural economics and food security:

• Food Production
• Experience working with gender and other historically challenged groups
• Market Information Systems
• Nutritional Surveys
• Nutritional Education (including empowering women/children/youth through community-based interventions)
• Post-harvest handling of staple crops or fruits/vegetables
• Agricultural Inputs
• Trade related SPS standards and quality management systems
  
  This announcement is for positions pending funding.
  To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to carana.uganda@gmail.com and specify your area of expertise in the subject line. We appreciate all responses, but due to the high volume of resumes received, we will only contact those applicants whose qualifications best match the position requirements. No phone calls please. CARANA is an EOE.

Field Coordinator (Karamoja Food Security and Community Stabilization (KFSCS) Programme), Abim, Uganda

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Position Title:

Field Coordinator (Karamoja Food Security and Community Stabilization (KFSCS) Programme)

Duty Station:

Abim, Uganda

Classification:

Official, Grade Equiv. P2

Type of Appointment :

Special, four months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date:

As soon as possible

Closing Date:

August 18, 2011

Reference Code:

SVN2011/42(O)-EXT

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered: Angola, Armenia, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Honduras, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Mauritania, Mongolia, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Slovenia, Somalia, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Introduction:
During 2010 IOM's "Karamoja Food Security and Community Stabilization (KFSCS) Programme" was instrumental in a transition in Karamoja away from food aid-dependency to sustainable food security. During the past eighteen months IOM has been active in 500-plus villages (viz. nearly 40% of the entire Karamoja sub-region), in addition to have been pivotal in reducing food aid in Karamoja by over 50%.
In 2011, IOM will be working closely with local governments and the United Nations World Food Programme ("WFP") implementing part of the Second Northern Uganda Social Action Fund ("NUSAF2 Programme"). IOM will endeavor to incorporate NUSAF2 activities around the touchstone objectives of food security and community stabilization. The NUSAF2 Programme will be government-led and IOM believes its work across three districts and 400 villages is explicit recognition of the progress achieved by WFP and IOM in 2010. Commencing January 2011 and ongoing until December 2011, IOM in partnership with WFP, designated civil society organizations, and local government interlocutors in the districts of Abim, Amudat, and Nakapiripirit will focus on community facilitation, responding to environmental degradation, exploring energy-saving practices, improving water usage and conservation, and causing participating communities to become more self-reliant and self-sufficient.
In 2011-2013 IOM believes the progress and transition underway in Karamoja opens the way for targeted programming on agro-pastoral production and exploring alternative means of livelihood for the people of Karamoja. A significant underpinning of this will be the role of strengthened local government capacity and an improvement in overall human security in the sub-region. Other areas for project development include adaptation projects focused on addressing the damaged and depleted ecosystems that define Karamoja's long-term vulnerability to climate change.
Context
Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission in Kampala and under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for coordinating a team to meet specific project delivery obligations relevant to the "Karamoja Food Security and Community Stabilization (KFSCS) Programme".
Core functions/ responsibilities

• Serve as primary focal point for all food security and community stabilization programming in Abim, Amudat, and Nakapiripirit.
• Provide support in the mobilization and resource deployment of a new sub-office in the district of Abim as a field coordination and management site for the project(s) in the districts of Amudat, and Nakapiripirit. Contribute to the establishment of management structures and of revenue streams for five (5) Green Resource Centres (GRCs) across the districts of Abim, Amudat and Nakapiripirit.
• Support oversight of all Karamoja-based field-staff. This oversight extends to spot checking and monitoring of the work of local implementing partners and related community-based organizations; this necessarily involves grant supervision of local implementing partners' fieldwork and community facilitation activities.
• Assist in developing and maintaining strong and regular liaison with local government and other designated agencies and authorities of the Government of Uganda aiming at coordinating and facilitating the implementation of ongoing activities.
• Responsible for the maintenance of accurate and timely monitoring and evaluation, ensuring that all activities are properly tracked and recorded in the IOM KFSCS database.
• Responsible for the maintenance of accurate and timely tracking of the daily participation and output of 5,599 Seasonally Food Insecure households (SFIHs) and 113 community sub-project in the IOM KFSCS database.
• Support the KFSCS budget and expenditure tracking, through timely maintenance and tracking of all expenditures and projections in the KFSCS database at Programme and activity level.
• Assist in the mobilization, resource deployment and content development for the module sustainable agriculture and integrated animal management training(s) to be delivered across the districts of Abim, Amudat, and Nakapiripirit.
• Contribute to the development of training aids and information tools ranging from posters, short manuals, and brochures including easy-to-understand layout and contentdevelopment in close coordination with the Peace-building Public Information Specialist.
• Contribute in reviewing and updating of the Community Stabilization and Sustainability Manual to reflect best practices and living examples within the Karamoja.
• Provide support in the preparation of clear and concise reports for all project-related activities undertaken in compliance of donor and IOM reporting guidelines. Provide detailed statistical analysis and notes on statistical representation and reliability by providing technical support in checking, cleaning-up raw data and organizing it in a professional manner.
• Coordinate the preparation of external correspondence, and managing internal correspondence and filing of project documentation. Ensure that confidentiality and the right to privacy is maintained with regard to confidential information.
• Undertake duty travel in active conflict settings or non-permissive security environments for activities such as training, monitoring, evaluation, etc. Ensure early identification of special needs (viz. literacy, dependents, health and mental health issues).
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Desirable Competencies
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions (MSWord/MS Excel/MS PowerPoint applications); h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); contributes to a collegial team environment; i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
Technical
a) works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments; b) supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors; c) establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners; d) makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed advanced University degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Social Sciences, Law, Statistics, Veterinary Science, or an equivalent combination of field-based training and experience; b) three years of experience (or five years experience for candidates with 1st level university degree) in food security and/or community stabilization programming (e.g. labour-intensive projects such as cash-for-work or food-for-work in contexts with pronounced dependency dynamics); c) knowledge and field experience with individual and/or community-based programming in conflict-affected places with a strong focus on sustainable agriculture and integrated animal management interventions; d) experience in planning and implementing effective and conflict-sensitive M&E systems for large-scale projects; e) willing to live and work permanently in Karamoja.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of Luo, Kiswahili, Pokot and/or Ngakarimojong a distinct advantage.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by August 18, 2011 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/how-to-apply
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 28.07.2011 to 18.08.2011
Requisition: SVN 2011/42 (O) - Field Coordinator (KFSCS) (Grade Equiv. P2) - Abim, Uganda (54370322) Released Posting: SVN 2011/42 (O) - Field Coordinator (KFSCS) (Grade Equiv. P2) - Abim, Uganda (54370325) Released