Organisation: Engineers
Without Borders Canada (EWB)
Without Borders Canada (EWB)
Partner Organization: Salaama
Vocational Education Center Limited (SVEC)
Vocational Education Center Limited (SVEC)
Duty Station: Uganda
Start Date: Full-time
Training in Toronto (accommodation provided) beginning October 1st 2017,
departure for placement October 22nd 2017
Training in Toronto (accommodation provided) beginning October 1st 2017,
departure for placement October 22nd 2017
About Us:
Engineers Without Borders Canada (EWB) is a Canadian NGO that invests
in people and social ventures to create a thriving and sustainable world.
Bolstered by its network of 36 chapters and 1,600 members, EWB provides seed
funding, talent and mentorship to social enterprises throughout sub-Saharan
Africa.
in people and social ventures to create a thriving and sustainable world.
Bolstered by its network of 36 chapters and 1,600 members, EWB provides seed
funding, talent and mentorship to social enterprises throughout sub-Saharan
Africa.
About EWB Fellows Program:
The EWB Fellows Program exists to develop a cadre of Systems Change
Leaders by equipping them with the opportunities, competencies and skills
needed to build a more thriving and sustainable world. Every year we recruit
25-30 outstanding people for a 12-month Fellowship, placing successful
candidates in one of our early-stage Ventures located throughout sub-Saharan
Africa or with our partners. This Fellowship opportunity is with Salaama
Vocational Education Center in Lyantonde, Uganda
Leaders by equipping them with the opportunities, competencies and skills
needed to build a more thriving and sustainable world. Every year we recruit
25-30 outstanding people for a 12-month Fellowship, placing successful
candidates in one of our early-stage Ventures located throughout sub-Saharan
Africa or with our partners. This Fellowship opportunity is with Salaama
Vocational Education Center in Lyantonde, Uganda
About SVEC:
The Salaama Vocational Education Center (SVEC) is located on a 20-acre
campus in Lyantonde, a town of about 70,000 people. It officially opened to its
first students in 2013, following a multi-year process of consultations,
design, and construction. Today, the boarding school serves 200 students across
its programs. SVEC is a registered organization in Uganda, with an independent
board of directors. It offers vocational training at post-secondary National
Certificate and Directorate of Industrial Training Level following the Ugandan
government examined curriculum in Agriculture, Automotive Mechanics, Building
Construction, Woodwork Technology, Hotel and Intuitional Catering and Fashion
and Garment Design.
campus in Lyantonde, a town of about 70,000 people. It officially opened to its
first students in 2013, following a multi-year process of consultations,
design, and construction. Today, the boarding school serves 200 students across
its programs. SVEC is a registered organization in Uganda, with an independent
board of directors. It offers vocational training at post-secondary National
Certificate and Directorate of Industrial Training Level following the Ugandan
government examined curriculum in Agriculture, Automotive Mechanics, Building
Construction, Woodwork Technology, Hotel and Intuitional Catering and Fashion
and Garment Design.
Job Summary: The Innovation
and Institutional Sustainability Specialist will build innovate and establish a
sustainable operational plan to transform this institutions form of technical
education. In this role, you will be a catalyst in transforming the norm for
youth technical education in Uganda. Your expertise will be leveraged to
discover, pilot and implement micro-innovations to increase the sustainability
and viability of vocational training. Success is establishing a successful
model others can look as best practice. You will be charged with leading the
identification and implication of key changes at the school to improve
operational efficiencies and effectiveness, maximize staff performance, and
increase sustainability to ensure students continue to receive exceptional
quality training for years to come. The incumbent will prioritize operational
efficiencies, financial accountability, sustainable programs and opportunities
for entrepreneurial ventures which provide a viable learning experience and
income generation to ensure students continue to receive exceptional quality
training for years to come. Your impact will be in helping to set up processes
and programs that build the long term viability of SVEC.
and Institutional Sustainability Specialist will build innovate and establish a
sustainable operational plan to transform this institutions form of technical
education. In this role, you will be a catalyst in transforming the norm for
youth technical education in Uganda. Your expertise will be leveraged to
discover, pilot and implement micro-innovations to increase the sustainability
and viability of vocational training. Success is establishing a successful
model others can look as best practice. You will be charged with leading the
identification and implication of key changes at the school to improve
operational efficiencies and effectiveness, maximize staff performance, and
increase sustainability to ensure students continue to receive exceptional
quality training for years to come. The incumbent will prioritize operational
efficiencies, financial accountability, sustainable programs and opportunities
for entrepreneurial ventures which provide a viable learning experience and
income generation to ensure students continue to receive exceptional quality
training for years to come. Your impact will be in helping to set up processes
and programs that build the long term viability of SVEC.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- The incumbent will maximize teaching and
management staff effectiveness through process improvements, clear
mandates, and evaluation. - Establish a revenue model that includes a
diversification of revenue sources (currently student fees and donor
funds). - The jobholder will also identify
opportunities to reduce operating costs while maintaining the high
standards of learning. - Inspire and motivate local staff in their
roles and create opportunities for staff to grow and excel beyond their
mandates. - Identify and establish relevant community,
regional, national or international partnerships that align with the
values and mission of the school. - Support both the local staff and
international directors to augment/expand governance systems and reinforce
local participation.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The applicant should hold an undergraduate
degree in related field - At least two years’ experience in a field
related to community development, project management, non-profit
operations, business operations or entrepreneurial initiatives - Expertise in financial management and
revenue development - Be a self-starter with strong initiative
and developed organisational skills - Proficient written and verbal
communication skills in English - Stakeholder management and relationship
building skills - Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency
in software such as Quickbooks and Microsoft Project - Previous experience in managing a
cross-cultural team is desired - Good understanding or familiarity with
Ugandan context is an added advantage - Keen interest in educational training and
rural community development
Compensation: All costs
relating to the placement are either paid for directly by EWB (airfare,
insurance, vaccinations, trainings) or indirectly through a living stipend,
which covers food, living expenses, local travel, etc. Fellows also receive an
honorarium to assist with repatriation costs. The stipend covers basic living
expenses for a modest lifestyle in your placement country. You should not
expect to save money during this year or use the stipend to cover previous
expenses (e.g. student loans).
relating to the placement are either paid for directly by EWB (airfare,
insurance, vaccinations, trainings) or indirectly through a living stipend,
which covers food, living expenses, local travel, etc. Fellows also receive an
honorarium to assist with repatriation costs. The stipend covers basic living
expenses for a modest lifestyle in your placement country. You should not
expect to save money during this year or use the stipend to cover previous
expenses (e.g. student loans).
Additionally, EWB offers a range of benefits including insurance, a
settlement allowance, professional development opportunities, and more.
settlement allowance, professional development opportunities, and more.
How to Apply:
All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their applications for
the EWB Fellowship by following the following two steps:
the EWB Fellowship by following the following two steps:
Step 1: Under the subject line “Sustainability Specialist,
Salaama Center”, submit your CV/Resume to [email protected]
Salaama Center”, submit your CV/Resume to [email protected]
Step 2: Complete the following online application form. Click Here
We highly encourage applicants to apply for more than one role as this
is a highly competitive program. If you would like to submit your candidacy to
more than one role, please fill out separate forms.
is a highly competitive program. If you would like to submit your candidacy to
more than one role, please fill out separate forms.
Applications will be reviewed, and interviews scheduled on a rolling
basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. If the posting is
still on our website, consider the role available.
basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. If the posting is
still on our website, consider the role available.
Deadline: 24th July,
2017
2017
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