JOB DETAILS:

Representation and coordination

• Actively participate in the required and relevant technical working groups;
• Participate in relevant coordination meetings concerning the project.
• Regular coordination with local government actors and relevant district offices; OPM, UNHCR and other NGO partners.
• Contact other project specific actors, e.g. consultants or service providers.

Human Resource  Management

• Ensure the Community based facilitators have weekly and monthly targets;
• Conduct weekly or monthly meeting to achieve targets;
• Conduct staff appraisal/evaluation as per ZOA’s policy;
• Provide technical support through coaching and mentorship of community-based facilitators for quality implementation of project activities.

Procurement and finance

• Initiate timely purchase requisition of project goods/services;
• Ensure expenses are in line with approved budget;
• Provide appropriate codes for expenses.

Accountability

• Sensitize all stakeholders (beneficiaries, service providers, partners, government and other) on feedback and complaint mechanisms implemented by ZOA Uganda
• Upon receipt of a complaint or feedback, ensure that it is correctly documented following correct reporting procedures
• Understand ZOA’s code of conduct and safeguarding policies, ensure adherence to these policies and that project activities are implemented with a “Do No Harm” approach

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Identity

The candidate is expected to fully support the vision, mission and Christian values 0f ZOA (see https://www.zoa-international.com/corporate-identity)

Knowledge & Experience:

• Degree in Agricultural Sciences, Agribusiness, Agricultural Education, development studies, Project Planning & related fields;
• Specialized qualifications in agriculture, agri-business, financial inclusion welcomed
• At least 3 years successful experience in a similar position implementing livelihoods related projects; Experience with the PIP approach is highly valued
• Good understanding of the Uganda context; experience in Refugee setting, especially in Kiryandongo, is a plus;
• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following fields: Food security, land rights, inclusion and gender, lobby & advocacy, MEAL Understanding of the refugee context, culture, and languages as an added value;
• Experience in localization approaches;
• Experience in implementing community empowerment approaches such as PIP is a plus
• A good command of English, including written reporting and activity reporting
• Experience of working with is a plus
• Experience working in the refugee settlement context is a plus
• High level of networking capacities
• Advocacy skills
• Commitment to inclusion for People with Disabilities
• Able to plan and coordinate and work in an organized manner
• Able to bridge differences and bring people together from different backgrounds
• Motivated to work independently / self-managing
• Good computer skills: Ms Excel and Ms Word;
• Self-motivator, able to take initiatives with limited supervision;
• Ability to drive a motorcycle with valid driving/riding license is a MUST.

Attitude/behaviour

• High level of networking capacities, with interpersonal, organizational and intercultural sensitivity
• Commitment to inclusion for People with Disabilities
• Able to plan and coordinate and work in an organized manner
• High level of integrity
• Motivated to work independently / self-managing
• Be a self-starter
• Commitment to ZOA’s mission, vision and values

The candidate is expected to fully support the vision, mission and Christian values 0f ZOA

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