Organisation: Freedom
House
House
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Chief
of Party
of Party
Job Code: 95
About Freedom House:
Freedom House promotes the
spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, advocacy,
and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in
identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports,
including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and
Nations in Transit. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we
support the right of every individual to be free.
spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, advocacy,
and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in
identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports,
including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and
Nations in Transit. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we
support the right of every individual to be free.
Job Summary: The
Capacity Development Coordinator (CDC) for the USAID program will support civil
society, the judiciary, and the media in Uganda. The CDC will be responsible
for monitoring the implementation of Institutional Strengthening Plans (ISPs)
for up to ten organizations, conducting pre-award assessments of small grants
partners, and providing mentorship and training to partners in identified
areas.
Capacity Development Coordinator (CDC) for the USAID program will support civil
society, the judiciary, and the media in Uganda. The CDC will be responsible
for monitoring the implementation of Institutional Strengthening Plans (ISPs)
for up to ten organizations, conducting pre-award assessments of small grants
partners, and providing mentorship and training to partners in identified
areas.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages
the implementation of the Institutional Strengthening Plans (ISPs) for up
to ten civil society organizations, including providing hands-on
mentorship and training, regular check-in meetings with key staff, and
sharing resources. - Compile
and produce quarterly reports on partners’ progress towards achieving the
goals outlined in their ISP. - Develop
solicitations and conduct interviews to identify experts to lead trainings
in key areas outlined in the ISPs. - Convene
annual review meetings with partners to assess progress towards fully
implementing the ISPs. - Collect
tools and resources that can be readily available to assist partners in
retard to implementing their ISPs. - Assist
the Senior Grants Manager in conducting the pre-award capacity assessments
for small grants (Tier Two) partners. - Support
the M&E Specialist to track progress and indicators around capacity
development of partner organizations. - Document
lessons learned and share with Rights & Rule of Law staff and USAID,
through the Collaboration, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) meetings. - Participate
in Rights & Rule of Law annual work plan design meetings. - Perform
any other tasks as assigned by the Senior Grants Manager or COP.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The
candidate should hold a good Bachelor’s degree in managerial studies,
program management, or other related area. - At
least three years’ experience utilizing the Organizational Capacity
Assessment (OCA) or similar tool to assess the capacity of civil society
organizations such as the Organizational Network Analysis (ONA). - Demonstrated
knowledge of USAID rules and regulations. - Three-to-five
years’ experience training organizations in areas such as human resource
management, financial management, strategic planning, reporting, etc. - Strong
organizational and time management skills; a demonstrated ability to work
independently and under tight deadlines. - Ability
to work closely with staff members at various levels of the organization
and engage with a variety of different stakeholders. - Proactive
problem-solving skills and a flexible attitude. - Willingness
and ability to travel regularly to different project sites around Uganda. - Excellent
cross-cultural skills and familiarity with gender equality principles. - Strong
ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in
writing. Language Skills in Luganda and/or Luo preferred. - Demonstrated
commitment to professionalism and security of data and data sources,
particularly in sensitive environments; ability to maintain
confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified
candidates are encouraged to send an updated resume, and cover letter with
salary history and desired salary. Please Click at the link below to Apply
Online.
candidates are encouraged to send an updated resume, and cover letter with
salary history and desired salary. Please Click at the link below to Apply
Online.
The candidate cover letters
should specifically address how their previous experience relates to the duties
and qualifications listed above. Only candidates who send respond to these as
well as the salary requirements will be considered for the position.
should specifically address how their previous experience relates to the duties
and qualifications listed above. Only candidates who send respond to these as
well as the salary requirements will be considered for the position.
NB: Only
candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
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