Job
Title: Project
Officers (4 Job Opportunities)
Title: Project
Officers (4 Job Opportunities)
Organization: Community
Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD)
Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to:
Project Coordinator
Project Coordinator
About US:
Community
Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD) is a leading, not for profit
Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in West Nile, registered with the National
NGO Board and operating in West Nile (Uganda). CEFORD has received funding from
UN-FAO to implement a Livelihood Project in Bidibidi and Palorinya Settlements.
Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD) is a leading, not for profit
Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in West Nile, registered with the National
NGO Board and operating in West Nile (Uganda). CEFORD has received funding from
UN-FAO to implement a Livelihood Project in Bidibidi and Palorinya Settlements.
Job Summary: The Project Officer (PO) will facilitate the
development and implementation of CEFORD project activities at community level
in line with Area Work Plans. The incumbent will also ensure timely preparation
of progress reports and accountabilities
development and implementation of CEFORD project activities at community level
in line with Area Work Plans. The incumbent will also ensure timely preparation
of progress reports and accountabilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop work plans for implementation of CEFORD project activities
in area of operation; - Implement, monitor and evaluate project activities;
- Participate in research including baseline and other surveys, and
needs assessment of community development demands and expectations; - Provide technical support to the target community groups;
- Prepare and submit quality progress reports on implementation as per
agreed schedules with the Project Coordinator; - Contribute to strengthening of CEFORD-Community relations and
positive image; - Perform any other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by
the Project Coordinator.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate must hold a first University degree in the
discipline of Agriculture and/or Diploma in Agriculture; Degree/Diploma in
Development work; Social Work; Community Rehabilitation - Certificate in Project Planning and Management and proposal writing
is an added advantage. - At least two years of working experience (preferably with a civil
society organization) in Rural Development Programme, Agriculture and
Institutional Capacity Building; Experience in working in refugee setting
an added advantage. - Computer literate: MS applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- High level of integrity, commitment, strong report writing,
analytical and communication skills, knowledge of participatory
approaches. - Must be self-supervised, able to work extra hours and willingness to
adhere to organization values. - Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of different sectors of the
community; traditions, culture, beliefs and refugee/host community hierarchical
structures - Strong community mobilization skills
- Strong communication skills, knowledge of local languages in area of
preference, knowledge of Arabic or any of the refugees’ language an added
advantage. - Ability to ride motorcycle and valid riding permit is a MUST
How to Apply:
Applications in own
handwriting, clearly stating the position applied for and District of
preference accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae and photocopies of relevant
academic transcripts, testimonials and contacts of 3 referees including day
telephone numbers, should be addressed to:
handwriting, clearly stating the position applied for and District of
preference accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae and photocopies of relevant
academic transcripts, testimonials and contacts of 3 referees including day
telephone numbers, should be addressed to:
The Executive
Director – CEFORD
Director – CEFORD
P.O. Box 303
Arua. Uganda
Applications can be
delivered to the CEFORD Offices in Moyo, Yumbe and Arua only. Late submission
of applications will not be accepted. Only short listed candidates will be
contacted.
delivered to the CEFORD Offices in Moyo, Yumbe and Arua only. Late submission
of applications will not be accepted. Only short listed candidates will be
contacted.
Note: Women
are encouraged to apply.
are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: 30th August 2018
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