Project Coordinator – Disaster Risk Reduction (1 position)
Duty Station; Moroto
The Project Coordinator Disaster Risk Reduction will work under the direct control and supervision of the Partnership Manager Integrated Programs.
Job Purpose: The job holder is responsible for providing ongoing capacity support and coordination of the project activities and partners with project planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation and reporting on Disaster Risk Reduction.
Academic back ground, Experience & Person Specifications;
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, social work and/or related fields or the equivalent ac accrued working experience in a related position. A post-graduate qualification is an added advantage.
• At least three years’ demonstrable working experience (preferably in an NGO context) in grassroots projects in managing community-based disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, livelihoods and /or food security processes, with demonstrated experience in project planning and management including ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to organize and lead large stakeholders’ trainings in many regions of Uganda.
• Experience in facilitating organizational capacity building and development for local government technical staff, local NGOs, CSOs and local community groups.
• Experience in program design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and grant report
• Excellent communication skills in English (additional knowledge of local languages and operating context of Karamoja are preferred).
• Willingness to work and live in Karamoja.
How to Apply
Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors and copies of academic testimonials/ certificates should be submitted to;
The Head of Human Resources & Administration Save the Children in Uganda Plot 68/70, Kira Road, P 0 Box 12018 – Kampala Or on email: [email protected]
Note: Closing date for receiving applications is 25th June 2012. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity.
NB: Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.