Project Coordinator International NGO Jobs – CESVI Uganda

Job Title:       Project Coordinator
Organization: CESVI Uganda
Duty Station: Palabek Kal, Lamwo,
Uganda
Reports to: Area Project
Manager
About Us:
Cesvi is an international NGO mandated to work in emergency, recovery
and development settings. It has been operational in Uganda since 2001, working
mainly in the following sectors:
  • Food
    security interventions (agricultural inputs, agro and agro-pastoralist
    field schools);
  • Livelihoods
    and economic development (market rehabilitation, access to land, income
    generation initiatives);
  • Service
    delivery sectors including water, education, health (HIV/AIDs, sanitation
    and hygiene promotion).
About Program:
Cesvi in partnership with UNHCR is implementing the 6-month Emergency
Response programme in Palabek Settlement, Lamwo District that will focus on
livelihood, environmental and community support interventions targeting both
the South Sudanese refugees and host communities.
Job Summary: The Project
Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring the proper implementation,
monitoring and reporting of the Emergency Response in Lamwo District. S/he will
manage and mentor a team of field officers and community based extension
workers to successfully implement the project ensuring that the objectives and
targets are met. S/he will also mentor and work in close collaboration with the
Uganda Based NGO supported by Cesvi. S/he will also be expected to contribute
to further expansion of the programme by seeking for new opportunities that
will strengthen and help grow the existing portfolio.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:   
  • Prepare
    and oversee project implementation process to ensure timely, efficient and
    transparent delivery of programme activities.
  • Mentor
    and supervise six field officers and eight community based
    extension workers, provide expertise and technical assistance in agronomy
    and agribusiness, marketing, IGA, environment and business enabling
    environments.
  • Offer
    technical support to the Ugandan Based NGO and monitor the project activities
    by them implemented.
  • Support
    in the development of vocational skills trainings and monitor the
    beneficiaries’ performance.
  • Ensure
    that the environmental component is constantly taken care of during the
    project implementation.
  • Ensure
    regular monitoring, data collection, data entry, data analysis and
    reporting on trends and results.
  • Provide
    support in the development of assessment tools and conduct baseline
    surveys, needs, monitoring and evaluation assessments according to the
    project monitoring framework.
  • Ensure
    that gender is streamlined at all levels of project implementation.
  • Work
    closely with the leaders in conducting activities that promote
    peaceful coexistence between refugees and host communities.
  • Develop
    weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly work plans with clear targets and
    strategy on how to achieve them and ensure the implementation of
    activities stated.
  • Prepare
    and submit high quality reports, both internal and external, including
    narrative and quantitative information and reporting on relevant
    indicators and outcomes. Ensure that all reports are delivered according
    to high quality standards and are always submitted on time within
    the requested schedule.
  • Conduct
    participatory market research, market opportunity identification and link
    beneficiaries to markets.
  • Work
    closely with the relevant district, sub-county, parish, and local community
    authorities and leaders, to ensure proper implementation of the project
    and representation of Cesvi on all relevant forums.
  • Liaise
    and coordinate with donor, other partners and agencies on activities
    related to livelihood, environment and peaceful coexistence.
  • Work
    in close cooperation with and under the supervision of Area Project
    Manager.
  • Perform
    any administrative duties that may be required, including preparing
    budgets, timely and transparent accounting for project expenses incurred.
  • Fulfil
    any other related duties as may be requested by the Area Project Manager.



Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:  
  • The
    applicant for the Project Coordinator vacancy must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in agriculture,
    agribusiness or development studies. A Degree in other area will also be
    considered if complemented with substantial experience in relevant
    areas.
  • A
    minimum of five years’ experience in the field of livelihood/ environment.
  • At
    least two years of proven experience in managing a programme with a
    substantial activity portfolio and budget is essential.
  • Detailed
    knowledge of the specific context, issues and challenges related to
    livelihood/ environment in Northern Uganda. Experience of working in the
    region essential.
  • Previous
    experience in working in a refugee settlement is an advantage.
  • Excellent
    track record of engaging multiple stakeholders and facilitating
    effective partnerships between farmers and other actors along the value
    chain.
  • Previous
    exposure and experience in team management and leadership within the
    context of project implementation.
  • Excellent
    writing and reporting skills, reporting against targets and
    outcomes within strict deadlines are essential.
  • Concern
    for accountability, transparency, quality and standards.
  • Excellent
    interpersonal, communication, negotiation and advocacy skills.
  • Keen
    attention to detail, good time management and organisation.
  • Strong
    computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint).
  • Fluent
    in English and Acholi/Luo.
  • Good
    motorcycle riding skills and valid riding permit.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply by
sending their updated CVs, cover letters (outlining their reasons for applying
and how they fit in the required profile), contacts of three professional
referees and copies of academic qualifications to Cesvi Kitgum office, at Bwana
Gweno road, within the Kitgum District Farmer Association (KIDFA) premises or
via e-mail to uganda@cesvioverseas.org (attachments max 2MB). Please state
“Project Coordinator” in the email subject or on the envelope.
Deadline: 24th August
2017 by 5:00 pm.

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