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• Identify needs and gaps in sectorial and geographical programmatic
  response in Uganda and explore subsequent programmatic opportunities for
  IsraAID
• Constantly review, update and complete programmatic protocols and
  ensure that program planning and implementation are conducted in
  accordance with core ethics of intervention;
• Develop, together with the staff and partners, strategic planning
  for the implementation of the programs
• Supervise and coordinate the organizational activities and the
  implementation of community-based activities as stipulated in the work
  plan in the bid to give support to children, youth and their families.
• Act as focal point for the identification and referral of Extremely
  Vulnerable Individuals and People with Specific Protection Needs for
  adequate assistance the settlement,
• Participate in needs assessments and identification of protection
  gaps including Child protection, SGBV and MHPSS
• Spearhead community mobilization for the identification and
  recruitment of children, youth and families into IsraAID’s protection
  projects.
• Facilitate the development of training materials for the CFS
  facilitators and case workers
• Actively monitor Child Protection program activities at field level,
  ensuring quality and observation of children’s rights
• Lead discussions with community leaders and beneficiary
  representatives on project review and alterations.

• Support and lead the collection of information/data about
  vulnerability, protection needs and concerns of the targeted population.
• Review the monitoring and evaluation process for the effective and
  ethical implementation of programs according to set strategic planning, in
  cooperation with all heads of departments
• Conduct follow-up monitoring visits to ensure that needs have been
  met in an appropriate manner and the beneficiaries have the opportunity to
  provide feedback
• Keep track of the changes in the beneficiaries’ database and the
  activities

• Ensure dissemination of clear and reliable information about
  IsraAID’s services
• Participate in all relevant cluster meetings/gatherings as organized
  by OPM, the District/Government and UNHCR or other institutional agencies
• In accordance with the Country Director, create and maintain regular
  contacts/partnerships with the relevant governmental authorities of the
  Republic of Uganda, the donor community, the diplomatic community, the
  humanitarian community, the United Nations, and Community-Based Organizations
• Represent IsraAID on any national platform in the absence of the
  country Director
• Advocate for the beneficiaries’ wellbeing and the organization at
  large

• Ensure that there is improvement of the protection capacity of the
  team to assume their responsibilities vis-a-vis all persons of concern
  through protection training, mainstreaming and related activities
• Ensure the gradual and effective capacity development in program
  implementation of all programmatic staff, and support all field staff in
  on going and long term programmatic needs
• Contribute to building the capacities and connectedness of other
  staff members in the country

• Strengthen and maintain effective planning and reporting mechanisms
  within the office to ensure smooth implementation of programs across
  sectors and locations
• Effectively monitor budget implementation against programmatic
  targets
• Work closely with the Country Director and the Finance and
  Administration assistant for budget planning, implementation and financial
  reporting
• Prepare and submit activity plans, budgets and reports to the
  Country Director
• Provide verbal and written feedback to the country Director on
  progress, lessons learned, achievements and gaps, issues and problems.
• Feed the country Director with relevant information for project
  proposal writing
• Develop and maintain an organizational log of scheduled internal and
  external events/activities.

• The ideal candidate must hold a university degree in social sciences
  or other relevant field. (A master’s degree will be an added advantage)
• At least three years working experience with NGO’s (local or
  international) Familiar with Refugees; settings in Uganda
• Excellent knowledge and skills in the field of protection
• Strong writing / reporting skills

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