Job Title:
Programme Manager
Organization: American
Refugee Committee (ARC International)
Duty Station:
Uganda
About US:
The American Refugee
Committee (ARC) International is an International nonprofit, nonsectarian
organization that provides humanitarian assistance and training to millions of
beneficiaries around the world.
Job Summary: The Project Manager will be responsible for
coordinating the implementation of the Community Library Network project
programming phase interventions in Nakivale and Oruchinga Refugee Settlements.
He or she will engage with the community and stakeholders to follow up on ideas
and needs related to the project; promote the library project both in the
interaction with the communities, other stakeholders and Implementing Partners;
facilitate access to information and resources related to the library project
by close collaboration with other staff both responsible for the project or
general Nakivale /Uganda program; and coordinate/facilitate
activities/workshops which promote environmental care, sustainable development
and possible income generating activities with the communities and youth
groups;
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the American Refugee Committee (ARC) Programme
Manager job must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information
Science or any related field. - A minimum of five years of experience in development work with a
bias in Community Psychology, Adult and Community Education, child
protection and information management. - Experience in project planning and management of development
projects/programs - Strong understanding of child protection systems, community based
child protection, psychosocial care and support, are added advantages. - Knowledge of Swahili language is an added advantage.
- Experience of riding a motorcycle and a valid riding permit is a
MUST.
How to Apply:
All qualified and
interested candidates should send a one-page cover letter, updated CV (maximum
four pages) and names, title and contacts of three professional referees, to
include most current employer/supervisor – via email to [email protected]
with the POSITION applied for clearly indicated in the subject line.
NB: Only
applications received through the stated email address will be considered. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 17th May 2019
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