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• Ensure that the project execution is in line
  with the project’s vision and donor-approved work plan; that project plans
  are effectively implemented and aligned with CRS agency and country
  program policies and procedures; and that project objectives and results
  are fully accomplished and meet expected technical quality standards.
• Oversee the planning of project activities
  and set appropriate performance targets ensuring adherence to technical
  standards, best practices, reporting time lines and donor guidelines are
  respected.
• Work in close collaboration with the
  4Children core team, identify needs for technical assistance in a timely
  manner, develop scopes of work (SoW), and provide supervision of technical
  assistance.
• Ensure key changes in program direction and
  focus are done in consultation with the KCHPF Family Strengthening and
  Child Protection Senior Technical Advisor, CRS Uganda Head of Programs,
  4Children Consortium focal points in particular Westat and Maestral
  International.
• Work in liaison with project staff, provide
  guidance and technical oversight to implementing partners, government
  entities, and other collaborating agencies to ensure that objectives are
  achieved.

• Oversee the in-country management of the
  KCHPF research component by liaising regularly with the KCHPF Research and
  Learning Advisor, Westat, and the local research partner to ensure data
  collection and analysis is completed on time and is of high quality.
• Work in close coordination with the 4Children
  Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team, develop
  and implement strong MEAL systems, using CRS tools and resources to
  maximize project impact on project participants in alignment with USAID
  M&E policies and CRS MEAL policies and procedures.
• Work in liaison with the Program Officer and
  the project-based MEAL Manager to ensure that data are used and analyzed
  as the basis for process documentation, program planning, learning and
  orientation and program performance measurement.
• Prepare and submit required donor project
  narrative reports, quarterly performance data, as well as other reports
  needed/required by the local government, donors, the region or
  headquarters.
• Oversee the identification, documentation and
  dissemination of project results in various forms, including media
  stories, lessons learned, case studies, etc., and support learning
  exchanges among USG implementing partners, GoU entities, and other
  programs both within and outside of Uganda.

• Work in close collaboration with the CRS
  Uganda Country Representative, Head of Programs and the 4Children
  Consortium, act as primary program contact to USAID/DCOF and other local
  and international stakeholders responsible for addressing all program
  matters.
• Engage 4Children consortium partners as well
  as local implementing and research partners as appropriate, during key
  stages in the project cycle for their insights on the appropriateness of
  program approaches and interventions and to support program quality.
• Build and manage dynamic partnerships with
  the GoU, project implementing partners, other USG development projects,
  civil society, learning institutions, UN agencies, and the donor community
  in Uganda and externally as need arises.
• Oversee the relevant scopes of work,
  associated budgets, sub-agreements and grant management of all KCHPF
  Uganda local implementing and research partners (estimated three in
  total).
• Work in close conjunction with the finance
  and administration teams, develop, implement and monitor capacity building
  plans to address any organizational capacity gaps for local implementing
  partners, as needed.
• Work closely with local implementing and
  research partners to ensure timely and quality advance tracking and
  liquidation;

• Oversee the project’s financial management,
  as per the project budget, including review and analysis of monthly budget
  comparison reports, preparation of quarterly forecasts, local partner
  grant management, and timely submission of annual expenditure analysis
  reports.
• Ensure staff and project compliance with all
  CRS administrative, operational, and financial procedures and policies, as
  well as applicable to the donor regulations.
• Coordinate with operations staff for
  purchasing and inventory control as per CRS/donor requirements. Lead,
  manage and supervise staff to meet project objectives.
• Mentor and coach staff to ensure high levels
  of motivation, commitment, capacity, and teamwork.
• Ensure Performance and Development Planning,
  coaching and appraisals of staff performance are conducted in keeping with
  CRS’ performance management system, addressing any issues of
  underperformance as appropriate.
• Actively participate in the recruitment of
  project staff and the selection and coordination of consultants, and
  support to project implementing partners as needed on project-related
  recruitment.

• The applicant should hold a Master’s degree
  in Sociology, Social Work, Public Health, International Development, or a
  related field.
• At least eight years’ experience in programs
  focused on OVC and/or child protection programming; experience with
  parenting/family strengthening programs, case management approaches and
  social service systems strengthening strongly preferred.
• Broad working knowledge and technical
  capacity in child protection programming, including an understanding of
  the issues facing separated children and families in vulnerable contexts;
• Significant experience in managing or
  conducting operational research a plus, including both quantitative, and
  qualitative data collection and analysis.
• Familiarity with USG rules and regulations
  and experience managing USAID projects in Africa;
• Excellent project management skills with the
  demonstrated ability to successfully supervise, manage and coordinate
  staff and consultants to meet and report on project objectives in a timely
  manner.
• Excellent administrative, planning, budgeting
  and financial management skills, including the ability to prepare and
  analyze work plans and budgets.
• Previous experience with grant management,
  institutional strengthening, and capacity building – particularly of local
  implementing partners – as well as working in partnership or consortia.
• Strong critical thinking, creative
  problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication
  skills in native-level English required.
• Demonstrated proactive leadership ability in
  diverse environments and under pressure, as well as supervisory and personnel
  management experience.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office
  suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to travel within Uganda on a regular
  basis (estimated 25-30 percent). Willingness to travel outside of Uganda
  to attend conferences, workshops or other related activities.

• Serves with Integrity
• Models Stewardship
• Cultivates Constructive Relationships
• Promotes Learning

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