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Job Title:  Advocacy Specialist (Part-time Jobs)

Organisation: Caritas

Duty Station:  Mbarara, Uganda

About US:

Caritas Mbarara is the Socio-pastoral Arm of the Archdiocese of Mbarara, mandated to operations in South Western Uganda. It exists to bring the spirit of charity to various levels and deliver services that cause integral development in the Archdiocese of Mbarara.

Job Summary:   The purpose of the job is to enhance Caritas Mbarara capacity in advocacy, research and policy influence for improved livelihoods of Small Holder Farmers in the project areas. The incumbent will be tasked with building and managing strategic partnerships with relevant political leaders, Civil Servants, Like minded Civil Society Organizations at Local, District and National Levels. Develop and implement M&E systems related to advocacy interventions.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Humanities with a minimum of an Upper Second.
• A postgraduate qualification with Public Policy analysis, design and formulation. Qualifications in Monitoring and Evaluation will be an added advantage.
• At least five years of experience in policy analysis and influence, budget advocacy, stakeholders engagements including partnership and coalition building at local and national levels.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to carry out research and analysis.
• Relationship and network building and maintenance. capacity
• Ability to articulate complex issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Computer literacy (data management, content generation for the physical and online publications)

How to Apply:

All prospective candidates should send their applications to: The Director, Caritas Mbarara, P.O. Box 467, Mbarara and submit a detailed curriculum vitae and academic credentials. The applications can be hand delivered to Caritas Offices, Nyamitanga Hill, Mbarara City or on e-mail. caritasmbarara@gmail.com

Deadline: 15th April 2024

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