National Project Assistant Job Vacancy at Belgian Development Agency (BTC) in Uganda

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In the framework of the Project “Improving the Training of BTVET Technical Teachers, Instructors & Health Tutors, and Secondary Teachers in Uganda – UGA 09 020 11 implemented by the Ministry of Education & Sports and the Belgian’ Development Agency (BTC Uganda), one (1) National Project Assistant with experience in project management and training of trainers will be recruited as per following terms of reference:
Duration: 48 months
Duty Stations: Kampala (with frequent travels to the Project sites)
Under the guidance & supervision of the Project Coordination Team, the Project Assitant will be responsible for:
Coordination Tasks:
·         Assist the PCT in coordinating, managing, administering, planning, budgeting, implementing, monitoring and evaluating all project activities.
·         Facilitate the organisation, smooth conduct and follow-up of meetings, trainings, workshops and other internal & external events.
·         Assist the PCT in the preparation of reports, meeting agendas & minutes, presentations and any other documents for the Steering Committees and any other meeting and events.
·         Coordinate land/air trips schedules as requested for trainings and other events.
Administrative Tasks:
·         Ensure the timely purchasing and distribution of materials, equipment, stationary, photocopies and supplies to be provided for trainings and other Project events.
·         On a weekly basis ensure the.back-up of all electronic Vi -Project documents.’
Secretarial Tasks:
·         Centralise internal and external communications. Liaise with national/regional authorities and organizations, and with project stakeholders.
·         Keep the Project activities calendar updated.
·         Ensure the timely dispatching, back-up and filing of the incoming/outgoing correspondence.
·         Keep all project documents classified (computer and paper files) as instructed by the PTC
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
·         A Master’s degree in Development Studies (or in another relevant field)
·         At least 3 years of experience in development projects (preferably in the education sector)
·         Verbal and written proficiency in English
·         Excellent knowledge of MS Office
·         Willingness to work overtime and ability to bear stress
How to Apply
Please send your motivation letter, CV, copies of academic/professional certificates and at least three recent professional references:
In a sealed envelope addressed to: TTE Project Coordinator, Belgian Development Agency (BTC)
Plot 1B Lower Kololo Terrace, (P.O Box 40131) Kampala
By email to: TTE.Uganda@btcctb.org
Please indicate the name of the College(s) you are applying for in the subject line. Female and male candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews and computer-based test, scheduled on the third week of August 2012.
Deadline: Applications received after Friday July 27.2012 at 16:00 Hours will not -be considered
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