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• Facilitate
  and contribute to SIHA program development, implementation and general
  overview of all the projects.
• Effectively
  coordinate the implementation of the regional SIHA projects including
  planning, contracting, monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
• Help in
  the identification of opportunities for fundraising and to suggest ideas
  for new programs and initiatives.
• Establish
  communication and collaborate with researchers, technical experts,
  knowledge institutes and grass roots experts.
• Contribute
  to all SIHA publications, reports, public statements and proposals
• Ensure,
  in close collaboration with the communication officer, effective
  co-ordination between the in-country coordinators and the secretariat in
  relation to information flow.
• Ensure the
  network’s sustainability by communicating effectively in collaboration
  with the communication officer with all SIHA members and to identify
  possible new members for SIHA.
• Contribute
  to the development of policy papers, statements and briefings required for
  SIHA advocacy.
• Planning,
  reporting and supervising the proper use of the budget allocated to the
  program.
• Perform
  any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

• The ideal
  candidate for this position should have strong knowledge and understanding
  of the Horn of Africa sub region, specifically, Sudan, South Sudan,
  Somalia and Ethiopia.
• Exhibit a
  commitment to women rights and the principles of gender equality and
  interest in social movements is essential.
• SIHA will
  be interested in individual applicants with commitment to indigenous civil
  society organizations and their role.
• Show a strong
  combination of studies and work experience in the fields of women, human
  rights and development in the African context; east and Horn of Africa
  and/ or /Middle East & North Africa.
• Possess
  at least three to four years’ experience in the field of gender and/or
  development cooperation preferably within civil society, human rights NGOs
  or donor organizations.
• Flexibility
  and ability to shift priorities based on changes of context
• Good
  understanding of the Horn of Africa sub regional context and knowledge of
  the regional and international mechanisms/dynamics influencing the region
• Prior experience
  and understanding of project cycle management, including monitoring,
  technical and financial reporting.
• Previous
  exposure to international and/or multicultural /multilingual environment –
  Ability to function effectively within a multi-cultural team.
• Strong
  sense of initiation and creativity is desirable.
• Excellent
  writing skills – has proficiency in English both orally and in writing.
• Strong
  communication, networking and advocacy skills.
• Strong
  organizational skills, including the ability to manage priorities, work
  under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Possess a
  willingness to travel regularly often around the region.
• Ugandans
  and those having residence in Uganda are encouraged to apply.

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