Organisation: German Red Cross
Duty
Station: Uganda
Station: Uganda
About
US:
US:
The German Red Cross (GRC) is part of a worldwide
community assisting victims of conflicts and disasters and people affected by
social or health related crises. The Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement provides
vulnerable people with assistance without discrimination as to nationality,
race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions and adheres to the seven
Fundamental Principles of the Movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality,
Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. The German Red Cross
assists in disaster response, rehabilitation and capacity building projects
internationally on appeals of their sister organisations within the Movement.
community assisting victims of conflicts and disasters and people affected by
social or health related crises. The Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement provides
vulnerable people with assistance without discrimination as to nationality,
race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions and adheres to the seven
Fundamental Principles of the Movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality,
Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. The German Red Cross
assists in disaster response, rehabilitation and capacity building projects
internationally on appeals of their sister organisations within the Movement.
Job
Summary: The GRC Project Manager will offer support
in the fields of CCA/DRR and Livelihood.
The project runs for six years and has the objective to strengthen the
resilience of selected communities and the Red Cross Partner National Society,
the Uganda Red Cross Society in the areas of DRR, CCA, and livelihood. Main
activities are therefore DRR, Construction, Agriculture, Livelihood, Water
& Sanitation, Capacity Building and Networking on various levels.
Summary: The GRC Project Manager will offer support
in the fields of CCA/DRR and Livelihood.
The project runs for six years and has the objective to strengthen the
resilience of selected communities and the Red Cross Partner National Society,
the Uganda Red Cross Society in the areas of DRR, CCA, and livelihood. Main
activities are therefore DRR, Construction, Agriculture, Livelihood, Water
& Sanitation, Capacity Building and Networking on various levels.
Key
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Comprehensive project
management of a long-term integrated Climate Change Adaptation/Disaster
Risk Reduction Project, also covering livelihood and WatSan activities,
finance and administration management - Provide guidance and follow
up of project team on issues such as community-based DRR (CBDRR), Project
Cycle Management, Vulnerability and Capacity Assessments, Community Action
Planning, Climate Risk Assessments, and the various livelihood components - Works closely with and
maintain a close working relationship with different government
departments, scientific institutions (e.g. meteorological offices and
universities), NGOs and civil society on behalf of GRC, when appropriate,
to ensure a smooth linkage between German RC, Uganda RC, and other
organisations on DRR/CCA and livelihood related matters - Narrative and financial
reporting, both for German RC and for the donor Federal Ministry for
Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)
Qualifications,
Skills and Experience:
Skills and Experience:
- Profound working experience
in the field of Climate Change Adaptation, DRR, Livelihood, and Capacity
Building among communities and partners (preferably in the region) - Past exposure and experience
in implementing and managing donor funded projects (BMZ experience will be
an asset) - Strong project management
skills, particularly PCM and participatory methods - Possess excellent
interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
and build relationships at all levels, taking into account cultural and
language differences - Excellent networking skills
- Readiness to work in remote
areas, and travel a lot - Possess the ability to work
independently and as a team member - Possess the ability and
agreement to adhere to the Red Cross Red Crescent Fundamental Principles - Readiness to go on assignment
without partner - Oral and written fluency in
English, any additional language is of advantage - Ability to work effectively
in multi-cultural environments - Excellent physical and mental
health with the ability to complete a thorough medical screening process
How
to Apply:
to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should apply
through the GRC online application system DRK HR net below. Please indicate Ref. No. 2015 – 010 with your
application.
through the GRC online application system DRK HR net below. Please indicate Ref. No. 2015 – 010 with your
application.
Deadline:
28th February, 2015
28th February, 2015
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