Job Title: Project Management Specialist (M&E-Learning)
Organisation: United States Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Vacancy Number: 084/2013
Duty Station: USAID, DO2 Office, Uganda
Salary Grade: FSN-10 (Ug shs. 58,213,135 to 83,870,107 p.a. inclusive of allowances).
Job Summary: The Project Management Specialist (M&E Learning) offers leadership, guidance and overall direction to the entire Democracy, Human Rights and Governance (DRG) office on monitoring and evaluation of its activities in peace building/conflict mitigation, governance and accountability, political processes, human rights, rule of law and elections. The incumbent is Development Objective Two’s (DO2) primary liaison to Program, Policy and Development Office and is the principal coordinator of monitoring and evaluation for all DO2 activities, and working with the Economic Growth and Health/Education technical offices to ensure governance concepts are captured in their programs and strategies. With the emphasis placed on program performance indicators, the incumbent is responsible for implementation, management and tracking results of the overall DO2 Team Performance Management Plan (PMP), which serves as the primary tool for planning and management of the collection of performance data and for compliance with mandated measurement criteria. S/he will assist the DRG Team and the Gulu office to capture lessons learned success stories and providing qualitative analysis of DRG activities.
For a full job description, please visit the link below with all duties and responsibilities on http://kampala.usembassy.gov/job_opportunites.html
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
The candidate should hold a master’s Degree relevant to development assistance, such as public or business administration, political science, sociology, economics, international development or a closely related field.
The candidate should possess five years of progressively responsible, professional level experience in planning processes, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, field research, and capacity building in large governmental or international organizations.
Monitoring and evaluation of democracy/governance programs is desirable.
Demonstrated record of preparing independent analytical work from either primary or secondary sources and some specialized training or experience in monitoring and evaluation is desirable. This position requires experience in a management capacity, political analysis, program reporting, and monitoring.
Language Requirement: Must be fluent in the English language.
Knowledge and understanding of host-country historic, economic, social and political characteristics and an understanding of development in Uganda.
Knowledge of the objectives and operations of the program activities of other international donor organizations is highly desirable.
This position requires the ability to quickly acquire a thorough knowledge of USAID programming policies, regulations, procedures and documentation and the objectives, methodology and status of projects assigned.
Strong interpersonal and team-building skills. The position involves the ability to quickly learn new systems within USAID and serve as an effective liaison with a wide array of individuals and institutions is essential.
Demonstrated experience and ability to work in a team and with the Gulu office is required. The incumbent must have strong writing skills and be able to prepare clear, substantive reports and briefing papers in English in a timely manner.
Computer literacy is essential, including competency in word processing and the use of complex spreadsheet programs.
S/he must possess a familiarity with a wide range of issues, such as program evaluation, democracy and governance, economic growth, health and education.
The M&E Learning Advisor must have the ability to develop a thorough understanding of USAID and host-government policies and procedures. This work requires flexibility and ability to react to changing systems with sound analysis and the ability to work under pressure.
How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:
Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download it Here.
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov
NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone: 0414-306001/259-791/5
Deadline: 25th September 2013
