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Job Title:       Desk Officer – REAP Project

Organisation: Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) Uganda

Duty Station:  Karamoja, Uganda

 

About US:

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is a humanitarian non-governmental organization of the Seventh-day Adventist Church that demonstrates God’s love and compassion. The organization works with people in poverty and distress to create just and positive change through empowering partnerships and responsible action. Currently the organization implements relief and development projects in West Nile, Acholi, Karamoja and South-Western Uganda.

 

Job Summary: The Desk Officer Leads the REAP, REAL/ FAHU field Teams in Western Uganda region and Karamoja as well as supports the programs department iin proposal development, overseeing the program implementation which includes participating at national-level coordination and planning meetings, networking with ADRA Uganda supporting offices, government, relevant national-level platforms, UN cluster working groups and other stakeholders

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership, management and technical support in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and reporting on all activities of the
• programs/projects in western Uganda and Karamoja region. Ensure that the program
• development objective, outcome/Output indicators are achieved.
• Ensures that the REAP program, REAL / FAHU project implementation is in relation
• to the ADRA DK Danida Global strategies and as per the policies, mission, and operating principles of ADRA Uganda and supporting partners
• Ensure that best practices and lessons earned are shared and adapted across implementing ADRa field offices
• Oversee all program staff (REAP, REAL, FAHU) and provide them with the necessary leadership, and guidance, direction as well as technical moral support
• In collaboration with Programs Director, Programs Manager and MEAL Officer
• develop REAP, REAL/FAHU Mand E tools, and ensure timely M&E of the program
• progress and document and share findings with ADRA management, donor and other
• relevant stakeholders for appropriate actions.
• Ensure financial control and budget adherence in all program operations in collaboration with the program accountant and ADRA Uganda finance manager.
• Prepare, merge, analyse and submit a quarterly narrative report from two implementing regions to ADRA Uganda management and donor.
• Oversee security of the program/projects personnel and property
• Be a custodian of all program assets and ensure their right allocation and utilization
• Build and maintain linkage and collaboration with the program structures and local government authorities and other NGOs and relevant institutions in line with the program design.
• Ensure that DIPs are designed for each implementing region are in place. Develop KPIs for managers and coordinator REAL, FAHU, Coordinators REAP, MEE officer
• Represent ADRA Uganda and program at various forums at regional and national
• Spearhead program designs and program proposal writing for continuation and expansion of the program
• Organize and chair monthly management Committee meetings and share reports with the programs Director
• Participate in Bi-monthly Procom meetings (Comprised of all ADRA project Managers) as well hold PBC meetings at field level

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as International Development, Business administration, public administration, social science, Education, Monitoring and Evaluation or a related discipline
• Specialized training or certification in project leadership, or relevant areas could be beneficial.
• Proven experience in managing teams preferably in the context of international development, NGOs, or related fields.
• At least seven years of experience working path development intervention in the same capacity.
• Experience working in Uganda or similar contexts with an understanding of local
• dynamics, cultural sensitivities and government regulations
• Experience managing projects funded by international donors, particularly
• DANIDA or similar agencies, with a strong understanding of donor compliance
• requirement: and reporting standards

Leadership Skis:

• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate and mentor a diverse team of individuals,
• Ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values
• diversity and promotes teamwork
• Effective communication skills with verbal and written, including the ability to represent the organization to external stakeholders, donors, and government

Strategic Planning and Implementation:

• Ability to represent the organization at field and and national level coordination level meetings
• Ability to develop and implement strategic ‘plans and initiatives that align with the organization’s mission, goals, and donor priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ‘skills with the ability to identify challenges, develop innovative solutions, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Financial Management and Budgeting:

• Proficiency in financial management and budgeting, including experience and managing budgets for diverse programs projects and programs,
• Familiarity with donor financial reporting requirements and ability to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures,

Cross-Cultural Competence:

• Sensitivity to cultural differences and ability to work effectively in diverse and multi-cultural environments.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with local communities, government officials, and other stakeholders
• Commitment to promoting gender equality, human rights, and environmental sustainability in program implementation,

 

How to Apply:

All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their application letters via Email to: recruitment@adrauganda.org

 

Deadline: 31st March 2024

 

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