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Job Title:        Junior
Project Officer     
Organization: GIZ
Duty Station: 
Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Team
Leader E4D/SOGA Uganda
Ref. No:  GIZ – E4DJPO1018
About US:
The Deutsche
Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is owned by the
Federal republic of Germany with international operations in Uganda. GIZ
implements commissions for the German government and other national and
international, public and private sector clients within the framework of the
international cooperation between the Federal Republic of Germany and the
Government of Uganda.
About E4D/SOGA Project:
 The objective of the regional programme
“Employment and Skills for Eastern Africa” (E4D/SOGA) is to improve employment
opportunities in Africa in cooperation with the private sector. Co-funded by
DFID, NORAD, EU and Shell, the initiative is implemented in Kenia, Mozambique,
Tanzania and Uganda.  A particular focus
is placed on employment in the natural resource-based industries and their
adjacent supply chain sectors such as construction, infrastructure, transport
and logistics, catering and food supply.
In Uganda,
considerable amounts of natural resources, most prominently oil and precious
minerals have been discovered over the last 10 years. These discoveries have
led to investments in the economy and bring opportunities to elevate Uganda to
a middle-income economy. Yet to exploit these resources and to maximize local
benefits, Uganda will need qualified workers, craftsmen and technicians as well
as local companies prepared for upcoming contracting opportunities. Based on an
industry assessment, E4D/SOGA focusses on supporting vocational training
institutes, to offer market relevant training and build a pool of internationally
certified workers demanded by industry. At the same time, local suppliers
receive support to improve their businesses and prepare towards successfully
bidding for international contracts.
Job Summary:  The Junior Project Officer provides support for;
·        
The team
leader and project managers for whom the junior Project Officer performs
technical tasks.
·        
Coordinating
project activities and carrying out specific research tasks which are required
for planning the implementation of projects or programmes.
·        
Carrying
out specific tasks in connection with knowledge management for the
project/programme.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: 
Coordination and Monitoring
·        
Assists
the M&E of the programme in data collection and evaluation.
·        
Assists
with recording and documenting the results of activities on project progress,
documents and reports.
·        
Assists
with planning, coordinating and documenting meetings, workshops, seminars and
other project activities with a focus on technical aspects.
·        
Draws up
media analyses, participates in fora and public hearings on issues directly
connected with the project/programme.
·        
Orders
and distributes PR materials on the project/programme as well as GIZ PR
materials.
·        
Assists
with PR work for the project/programme.
Research: Work in close consultation with the manager
or project manager, prepares and carries out research tasks to inform strategic
planning, project development or implementation.
Knowledge Management
·        
Assists
in drawing up reports, newsletters and factsheets
·        
Assists
in communicating, updating and collecting information 
·        
Updates
project databases (e.g. partner companies or VTIs).
Implementation of
project activities
·        
Supports
the implementation of 1-2 partnerships of the programme implementing with the
private sectors in project management
·        
Supports
coordination work with schools for the organization of trainings
·        
Supports
coordination of companies to facilitate internship opportunities for students.
General obligations
·        
Is
familiar with GIZ planning, implementation and reporting procedures and their
changes.
·        
Is
familiar with other programme components and GIZ-assisted measures, concepts
and status of implementation and knows the corresponding experts and staff.
·        
Represents
the interest of the GIZ-assisted measure and always acts on its behalf.
·        
Carries
out important tasks for the project/programme, even if these are not explicitly
cited in the job description
Other
duties/additional tasks
·        
Performs
other duties and tasks at the request of management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 
·        
The
applicant for the GIZ Junior Project Officer job should hold a Bachelor’s
degree or equivalent in a relevant field of Business Administration, Economics,
Industrial engineering or other disciplines.
·        
Initial
technical experience (internship or similar) in skills development, employment
promotion, development cooperation, working with the private sector
·        
Initial
experience in supporting project management, e.g. in setting up and managing
operational plans, impact monitoring, organizing meetings and workshops,
reporting.
·        
Good
working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the
internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office, Access or other database
programmes)
·        
Experience
of project management and research in an area related to the
project’s/programme’s requirements is desirable
·        
Experience
with M&E is a plus
·        
Willingness
to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures
are agreed with management
·        
Excellent
spoken and written English language
·        
Good
communication and interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
All interested and
qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply by submitting their
application, CV and contacts of three referees to the Human Resource Department
through recruitment-uganda@giz.de. Please note: the position is for nationals
only.  Please quote the reference number
indicated for the position as the subject heading to avoid your application
being rejected. Application and CV should be in one document. No other
attachments are required at this stage. Only the shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Deadline: 28th October 2018
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