Poetry Coordinator Jobs – Bayimba Cultural Foundation

Job Title:  Poetry Coordinator

Organisation: Bayimba Cultural Foundation

Duty Station: Mukono, Uganda

Salary: UGX 3,200,000/=

About Organisation:

BAYIMBA (Cultural Foundation) was established in June 2006 (followed by formal registration on the 27th of November 2007) following a comprehensive exploration of the state of arts and culture in Uganda and East Africa. The organization sought to bring about change in the status quo of arts and culture in Uganda and East Africa: envisioning a vibrant sector that is creative, professional and viable and contributes to social and economic development, it embarked on a deliberate effort to uplift the standards of arts and culture.

Job Summary: The Organization is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Poetry Coordinator to support the Poetry Skilling and Training program. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth implementation of the program, managing participant onboarding and profiles, tracking budget expenditures, and collecting data.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Programme Implementation:

• Ensure the Poetry Skilling and Training program is implemented according to plan.
• Coordinate with trainers, mentors, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality training.

Participants Onboarding and Management:

• Onboard participants to the program, ensuring they have a smooth transition.
• Manage participant profiles, including tracking progress, attendance, and feedback.

Budget Management:

• Track and manage budget expenditures for the program, ensuring financial sustainability.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to the Program Manager.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Collect and analyze data on program participants, including demographics, progress, and outcomes.
• Use data to inform program improvements and report on program impact.

Poetry Programme Development:

• Support the development of Poetry curricula and materials.
• Collaborate with trainers and mentors to ensure programme content is relevant and effective.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma or degree in literature, creative writing or a related field.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in program coordination, poetry or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of poetry, literature, and creative writing.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or vulnerable groups.
• Familiarity with Ugandan literature and poetry industry trends.
• Published poetry or creative writing experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative organization.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

If you are a poetry enthusiast and professional with program coordination experience, please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, to Apply by Email and legal@bayimba.org.

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Level of Education: Diploma, Associate’s Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12