Job Title: Project Officer – Livelihoods (Fresher NGO Jobs)
Organisation: SOS Children’s Villages
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
SOS Children’s Villages is an independent, locally registered, child-focused, social development non- governmental organization with a strong reputation for providing quality care and protection, education and health needs for children without or at risk of losing parental care. Since its inception in 1991, SOS CV Uganda has reached over 100,000 children, youths and adults directly and indirectly to become empowered and self-reliant to contribute significantly to the needs of their families and communities. The organisation has the commendable experience working in partnership with a number of donors, (institutional and corporate agencies) including; Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), Austrian Development Corporation (ADC), Grieg Foundation, ERIKS Development Partner, USAID/Bantwana World Education, European Union, AVIS Foundation, Brand Charity, USAID/Uganda Private Health Support Program (UPHSP), Terre des Hommes (TDH), Stanbic Bank Uganda, DHL–Go Teach, Madhvani Group of Companies.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Implement livelihood interventions (VSLAs, financial literacy, business training).
- Support income-generating activities for families.
- Coordinate with local governments and monitor project progress.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s/Diploma in Business, Social Sciences, or related field.
- 5+ years in livelihoods projects, VSLA expertise, motorcycle riding.
- Fluency in Lusoga/Luganda.
How to Apply:
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, please send your application letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and photocopies of academic certificates, and names and contact details of three traceable referees to the address:
All Applications must be sent electronically as one Single PDF Document not exceeding eight pages to: jobs@sosuganda.org
Subject Line: Indicate the Position and Location
- Include in your application letter:
- Gross salary request.
- Contact details (email and phone) of three professional referees.
Note:
Late applications or those submitted as images will be disqualified. If you do not hear from SOS Uganda by 28th February 2025, consider your application unsuccessful.
For assistance in preparing your CV or cover letter, feel free to reach out!
Deadline: 4th July 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60