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• Provide project management support towards implementation of the ECP
  Programme including, but not limited to, planning, executing, monitoring
  and supervision of operations under the policy.
• Prepare work plans and budgets for connections initiatives under the
  ECP Program me.
• Set appropriate connection targets and other related performance
  targets for the SPs. r
• Establish a robust monitoring framework and regularly monitor the
  performance of SPs with respect to implementation of the ECP Programme.
• Monitor the performance of consultants contracted as Independent
  Verification Agents to verify the connections made by SPs, and ensure
  compliance with contractual obligations.
• Support the SPs to put in place appropriate systems and mechanisms
  that are necessary for effective implementation of the ECP Programme and
  achievement of policy goals and objectives.
• Review, analyse and validate quarterly progress reports submitted by
  SPs and Independent Verification Agents (IVAs) with a view of authenticating
  the integrity of the submitted information and data, as well as avoid
  duplication of customers.
• Prepare consolidated project progress reports on a quarterly and
  annual basis, as well as other special reports that may be required, in a
  format that is acceptable to key stakeholders. The consolidated progress
  reports shall be based on the outcome of the analytical and validation
  exercise highlighted in g) above.
• Regularly interact with SPs, IVAs and other stakeholders (e.g.,
  through tield visits, meetings, emails, telephone calls) to ensure that
  ECP Programme implementation is on track.
• Identify issues and challenges affecting implementation of the ECP
  Programme and, in consultation with the Manager Connections Department and
  other stakeholders, actively and creatively identify appropriate solutions
  and ensure timely implementation of the same.
• Explicitly ensure compliance with relevant safeguard, fiduciary and
  other project requirements by SPs, IVA and other stakeholders.
• Provide monitoring and support supervision of ECP Programme
  activities within the Service Territories.
• Participate in and support marketing and mobilisation of connections
  so that target connections are achieved through SPs.
• Work closely with the Database Specialist to ensure that the
  connections database is accurate and up-to-date.
• Carly out any other relevant activities to support implementation of
  the ECP Programme as maybe assigned by the Manager Connections Department.
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• The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical
  Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University.
• Post graduate diploma in Project Management, Monitoring and
  Evaluation or Certification from a recognized institution such as PRINCE2,
  CSPM, PMP.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Management, or Business
  Administration (MBA) will be an added advantage.
• Professional registration with and membership to an Engineering
  Professional body will be an added advantage.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in
  project management or utility operations and management preferably in
  Uganda’s electricity sector.
• Demonstrated working experience with donor-funded projects will be
  an added advantage. ‘
• Highly motivated, innovative, pro-active and committed team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and fluency in
  English.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• High level of interpersonal and management skills and ability to
  work with teams within and outside the organisation at all levels.
• Must be able to work under pressure and deliver amidst tight
  deadlines.
• Computer knowledge and skills in MS Word, MS excel and internet
  email is a mandatory requirement.
• Proven integrity and confidentiality in handling public resources.

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