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Job Title:  LIFE-AR Programme Officer (24 Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Ministry of Water and Environment

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: LIFE-AR National Focal Point

About Organisation:

The Ministry of Water and Environment’s Mission is to enhance quality of citizen’s life by improving access to safe water and sanitation services through infrastructure development and capacity.

About LIFE-AR Project:

The Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE) is implementing agency of LIFE- AR that coordinates the day-to-day activities of Least Developed Countries Initiative for Effective Adaptation and Resilience LIFE- AR. The project will be piloted in the Twelve (12) District Local Governments of Yumbe, Pader, Rakai, Kibaale, Lwengo, Ngora, Ntungamo, Kalaki, Kalungu, Pakwarch, Kaabong and Karenga.

Job Summary:   The LIFE-AR Programme Officer will support the LIFE-AR Pilot Districts in effective implementation of the Least Developed Countries Initiative

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the Districts (LIFE-AR Focal Point) to develop District work plans and budgets.
• Support the Districts in implementation of work plans based on the approved budgets.
• Support the Districts to ensure timely reporting and accounting for activities implemented.
• Play a coordinating role between the MWE (National secretariat) and the district through the district LIFE-AR Focal point.
• Undertake monitoring of LIFE-AR activities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Should have honours Bachelors’ Degree in Environment, Natural Resources, Climate Change, Engineering, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics and related course from a recognized institution. A post graduate qualification shall be added advantage
• Knowledge of the local language of the LIFE- AR selected district will be an added advantage.
• Experience: Should have a working experience of at least two years of working with communities for Government or any reputable Non-Governmental Organization.
• Project experience at supervisory level work is an added advantage.

Competencies

• High levels of ethics and integrity
• Good interpersonal decision making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and with teams to achieve distinct objectives
• Basic computer knowledge and skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and oral form. The ability to explain ideas and put forward arguments.
• Detail oriented
• Coordination
• Time management

How to Apply:

All applications must be accompanied with recent (3) passport size photographs and CVs detailing work experience, current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications. Applicants must also include contact details (telephone and email) of three (3) referees.

Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira P.O Box, 20026, Kampala and should be delivered to the Ministry Headquarters or sent by email to ps@mwe.go.ug

Deadline: 31st July, 2024

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