Investigation Assistant - United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services

Vacancy: Investigation Assistant
Recruiting Organization: United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS)
Duty Station: Entebbe,
Uganda
Grade: FS4
Job Opening number: 14-SEC-OIOS-34019-R-ENTEBBE (M)
Report to: Chief of the Investigations Unit, OIOS Entebbe Regional Office

About OIOS:
The United Nations Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) is an independent office in the United Nations Secretariat whose mandate is to "assist the Secretary-General in fulfilling his internal oversight responsibilities in respect of the resources and staff of the Organization."Specifically, activities include internal audit, investigation, monitoring, evaluation, inspection, reporting and support services to the United Nations Secretariat. Its intended and mandated function is similar to many national government audit organisations, like the Government Accountability Office in the United States. It reports not only to the General Assembly, but also to the Secretary-General.

 Responsibilities:

Within limits of delegated authority and under the supervision of the Chief of Section, the Investigation Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
Supports in carrying out interviews and research of documentary evidence;
Performs basic research on assigned issues using investigation files and alternative sources to verify facts, identify citations, precedents and draft statements of findings and respondent replies to appeals;
Enlists the continued cooperation of witnesses;
Rigorously prepares and maintains the body of investigation reference files including management of individual case files;

Graduate Youth Internship Opportunities - Restless Development Uganda

Job Title: Graduate Youth Internship Opportunities
Organisation: Restless Development Uganda
Duty Station: Greater Kampala; Kamwenge, Kasese, Ibanda, Bushenyi, Isingiro; Iganga, Kamuli, Jinja, Mbale, Sironko, Bugiri, Busia; and Gulu, Pader, Amuru, Oyam, Lira and Dokolo,
Country  Uganda

 Job Summary: Are you a fresh graduate looking for productive work experience with a reputable organisation? Are you looking to gain the employability skills that will enable you to flourish in the current competitive job market? Do you have an educational background in telecommunications, agriculture, banking and finance, tourism, or community development? If so, then we would like to hear from you. Undertaking an internship through the YouthMap Internship Programme will enable you to gain real life work experience and prove yourself to a potential employer.

About Organisation:
Restless Development is the leading, youth-led development agency. We have been supporting youth programming in Uganda for over 15 years and are currently implementing an ambitious, five year national strategy (2010-2015). Our programming is focused on three key areas of young people’s lives: livelihoods and employment; sexual and reproductive health; and civic participation. Find out more here: www.restlessdevelopment.org.

Qualifications,
We are looking for talented young graduates. To participate you must:
The applicant should hold a diploma (of at least two years) or university degree (first or upper second)

Skills & Experience:
Demonstrate leadership experience or potential
Demonstrate commitment to help others, and promote community development
Be entrepreneurial and open to new challenges and ideas
Be ready to commit to a placement for six months
Reside in the districts where the internship opportunities are available. Currently, we have opportunities in the following USAID priority districts: Greater Kampala; Kamwenge, Kasese, Ibanda, Bushenyi, Isingiro; Iganga, Kamuli, Jinja, Mbale, Sironko, Bugiri, Busia; and Gulu, Pader, Amuru, Oyam, Lira and Dokolo.
Be a citizen of Uganda
Age limit 23 and 30 years

 Apply To
You can download an application pack from: Click Here. Or you can request an application pack from: graduateinternship@restlessdevelopment.org.
All completed electronic forms must be submitted to graduateinternship@restlessdevelopment.org .
All handwritten applications can be delivered to:

Restless Development
Plot 975, Lutaya Drive, Bukoto
P.O. Box 599, Ntinda
Kampala, Uganda.

Note to Applicants:
Applicants who previously applied can reapply. You must be available to participate in a selection day between Monday 9th December, 2013 and Friday, 20th December 2013. The programme will run for a period of six months, from January to July 2014. Successful applicants will be required to enter into an internship contract with their host employer. Due to the large number of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within one week of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Deadline: 29th November 2013 by 5 pm.

Volunteer Education Officer - Africa Development Corps

Job Title Volunteer Education Officer
Recruiter Africa Development Corps
City Kampala
Country Uganda
Closing date: 25 Nov 2013

-December 2013 to November 2014 – start date to be determined (1 year initially, renewable based upon satisfactory performance). -The Position is an International Supported Volunteer position (SV). SV will receive US$350 monthly living stipend, basic medical insurance and accommodation in the VIA Guesthouse in Kampala. -Supported Volunteers are responsible for their airfare to and from Uganda.

Background: Africa Development Corps (ADC), formerly known as Visions in Action, is an international NGO based out of Washington DC, working in relief and development throughout Africa. Over the past 23 years we have been involved in the implementation of a wide range of humanitarian activities in countries such as Uganda, Tanzania, South Africa and Liberia. In particular, ADC has implemented development and relief programs in the areas of HIV/AIDS, education, youth development and food security. Our current programming in Uganda focuses upon book distribution, library construction and teacher training in rural areas. The program aims to facilitate pupil’s transition from learning in local languages to learning in English. We do this, firstly and foremost, by providing new English textbooks received from donors to schools throughout Uganda. Also, we aim to foster a culture of reading in individual villages and communities, as well as train teachers on how to establish and run school libraries.

Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity Uganda with the Communications Team!

Job Title Volunteer
Recruiter Habitat for Humanity Uganda
City Kampala
Country Uganda
 Closing date: 31 Dec 2013

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled individual to support the communications team as a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity Uganda. The Communications Volunteer will assist with the communications efforts of Habitat for Humanity Uganda (including marketing, advertising and public relations) as well as various projects and events for related initiatives. The assignment components are somewhat flexible and Habitat for Humanity Uganda will work with the individual selected to design the objectives and outcomes for the period of service.

This assignment is expected to last for 6-12 months and will be located in Kampala, Uganda at the national office for Habitat for Humanity Uganda.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

*Write public service announcements, press releases, e-newsletters, communication plans and letters. *Design flyers, graphics, E-vites and other marketing material for major events hosted by Habitat for Humanity Uganda. *Prepare content for Habitat for Humanity Uganda websites. *Communicate the mission of Habitat for Humanity Uganda, and work to community organizations, the general public and donors. *Collaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and communications. *Initiate or follow-up on outreach attempts with media professionals. *Produce stories, photographs and information for use in Habitat for Humanity International publications. *Assist with photo and video opportunities. *Work with programs to develop story concepts for the media. *Maintain files and prepare written recommendations for future projects. *Undertake other projects within the realm of communications. *Write compelling grant proposals seeking funding for Habitat for Humanity Uganda.

Volunteer Education Officer - Africa Development Corps

Job Title: Volunteer Education Officer
Organization: Africa Development Corps (ADC)
Duty Station:  Kampala,
Country Uganda


Job Summary: The Volunteer Program Officer (VPO) will be based at ADC’s head office in Kampala, with frequent travel to the field. Their main responsibilities will be to organize book sorting and distribution to various field sites across Uganda, as well as conducting continuous monitoring and evaluation throughout the program’s implementation. This role involves management responsibilities as the candidate will directly supervise a team of in-field book processors. The candidate must work closely with all program staff, and provide the Executive Director and Education Program Manager with monthly progress reports.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should possess a University Degree or equivalent experience required, Masters Degree in development related area is preferred.
Ideally, the candidate will have background in education.
Some knowledge and experience in the field of logistics would be an added advantage.
Experience in nonprofit setting and/or international NGO setting required.
Prior experience conducting monitoring and evaluation is required.
Excellent communication skills and be willing to travel to challenging rural environments.
Experience in a management capacity will also be seen as an added advantage.

Job Terms: This Position is an International Supported Volunteer position (SV). SV will receive US$350 monthly living stipend, basic medical insurance and accommodation in the VIA Guesthouse in Kampala. Supported Volunteers are responsible for their airfare to and from Uganda.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send a CV, covering letter stating why you qualify for the position, and three references to both jobs@africadevcorps.org and the Country Manager, Tom Evans, at tevans@africadevcorps.org
The subject line of the email should read: Application for the role of Uganda Volunteer Education Program Officer.

Deadline: 25th November 2013

Social Work needed at The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation

Job Title: Social Work (Karamoja Sub region)
Organisation: The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation – Uganda (Baylor-Uganda)
Duty Station: Head Office, Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About Baylor:
The Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation – Uganda (Baylor-Uganda) headquartered at Mulago hospital, is a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care and treatment organization that supports the treatment and care of HIV infected and affected Children and Adults. Baylor – Uganda has four operational areas; HIV/AIDS care, treatment and prevention services, maternal child health services, Health Professional training and Clinical Research. Baylor-Uganda is in receipt of UNICEF and PEPFAR grant through CDC.

Job Summary: The Social Worker will review and monitor the implementation of guidelines for providing community home based care services for comprehensive HIV/AIDS services in Baylor Uganda supported health facilities and communities in line with the project Objectives of HIV/AIDS.

Child Development Officers - Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda

Job Title: Child Development Officers (14 Vacancies) - Sponsor Donor Relations (SDR) – 7 Vacancies and Health (7 Vacancies)
Organisation: Sebei Diocese Church of Uganda
City Bukwo,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Project Director

Roles
Be a Christian model for children and their families
Be an advocate for children
Be able to help children correspond with their sponsors
Be creative and innovative in the whole area of Child Development
Project activity planning and implementation

Behaviour Change Communication Career in Uganda at Malaria Consortium

Job Title: Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) Specialist- Visceral              
Leishmaniasis Project
Recruiter: Malaria Consortium
Project: Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL)
Location  Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports To: Project  Director

 MC:
Malaria Consortium is one of the world's leading non-profit organisations dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa and Southeast Asia. Malaria Consortium works with communities, government and non-government agencies, academic institutions, and local and international organisations, to ensure good evidence supports delivery of effective services, providing technical support for monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities for evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning. The organisation works to improve not only the health of the individual, but also the capacity of national health systems, which helps relieve poverty and support improved economic prosperity.  Malaria Consortium is a global leader in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of malaria, the control of neglected tropical diseases and the promotion of child health.


 Job Summary: The BCC Specialist will offer technical leadership in behaviour change communication for this multi-country, high profile, high value project, working closely with host country governments and other partners.

Roles
Formulate BCC VL strategies and then adapt them for each of the four targeted country contexts based on best practice.
Work with staff in each country to ensure the quality implementation of BCC activities.
Lead the preparation and implementation of a communication plan for the project.
Be responsible for gathering information within and outside the organisation that will be used in communicating news, lessons learned, best practices, and research findings to each relevant audiences.
Participate in the dissemination of research findings to District Health Teams, Ministry of health (MoH) and other development partners on the impact of the interventions

Sponsorship Assistant Jobs in Uganda at Plan International

Title: Sponsorship Assistant
Organisation: Plan International
City Lira,
Country Uganda

About Plan:
Founded 75 years ago, Plan International is one of the oldest and largest Children’s development organizations in the world. We work In SO developing countries across Africa. Asia and the Americas to promote child rights and lift millions of children out of poverty Plan’s vision is of a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people’s rights and dignity Plan is independent with no religious, political or governmental affiliations.

Job Summary: The Sponsorship Assistant will assist the Sponsorship Coordinator in giving support to and promotion of Plan Uganda's Country goals in growth, customer satisfaction and establishing an effective linkage with National Office (NO) and other stakeholders. The job holder will be responsible for a minimum of 4000 sponsored children.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Type, proof read and compile all Sponsor Child Introductions (SCI) and Sponsored Child Updates (SCU) for each month in time
Use checklist to ensure that information on the SC's and SCUs is accurate
Download qualify photos from the field staff to a designated file for future use
Enter New Enrolment into the ES4 system and upload to child data photos and SCIs of all pooled children within specified time

Demand Creation Specialist - HarvestPlus in Kampala

Job Title: Demand Creation Specialist

HarvestPlus seeks to develop and disseminate nutrient dense staple food crops as a means to reduce micro-nutrient malnutrition in developing countries .
Responsibilities
• Promote behavior change in family nutritional practices through extension messages , community activities such as drama and field days .
• Train extension agents in nutrition and adaptation of improved practices using messages to promote behavior change .
• Create messages that will communicate clearly to the rural population especially women of limited education and disseminate using appropriate channels
• Develop activities that will inform government officers at the sub county district level and central level.
Qualifications
• An MSc degree in Food Science and Technology , Nutrition, Dietetics , Public health or related degree with 5 years relevant experience in nutrition and demand creation activities .
• Experience working with NGO partiners including food and nutrition security projects
• Collaborative , self-motivated and able to work well within a multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills ; fluency in some local languages
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications along with a curriculum vitae including three professional referees to Dr Anna –Maria Ball (harvestplug@gmail.com)/
Deadline: 30 /04/ 2013

Programme Specialist - UN Children's Fund

Programme Specialist (Field Operations/Emergency)

 UN Children's Fund
Closing date: 05 Apr 2013

Purpose of the post:
Under the guidance of the Chief Field Operations and Emergency, and in close collaboration with the technical sections and Zonal offices, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, as well as carrying out periodic programme reviews with partners, of the country programme in regards to decentralized approach, disaster risk reduction (DRR) rollout and emergency preparedness and response codification. The incumbent will provide leadership and technical assistance for innovative approaches to DRR and emergency preparedness; Participate in the preparation of programme status implementation reports as required.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes  Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, or related technical field.  Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in programme formulation, planning, management, monitoring and evaluation, some of which should be in emergency programme management and operations.  Versatility, judgment, maturity and ability to work in a team. Ability to cope with stressful and difficult conditions and political/cultural sensitivity.  Current knowledge of development issues, policies, as well as social programming policies and procedures in international development DRR and emergency response and cooperation.  Proven ability to conceptualise, innovate, execute ideas, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills  Leadership and organizational abilities  Good analytical, negotiation, communication and advocacy skills.  Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.  Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relations both within and outside the organisation.

ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered
UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.
UNICEF is a smoke free environment.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
How to apply:
Interested applicants should send their application including their resume to: Human Resource Specialist, UNICEF Kampala, Uganda, Plot 9, George Street, PO Box 7047, Kampala Uganda Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org

Job ID:
#565824
Country:
Uganda
City:
Kampala with frequent travel to the field
Organisation:
UN Children's Fund
Theme:
Other
Job years of experience:
5-10 years

Functional Support Specialist - FreeBalance

Functional Support Specialist

 FreeBalance
Closing date: 24 May 2013

FreeBalance is making a difference in the world. Software solutions from FreeBalance help governments around the world achieve new levels of accountability and transparency to accelerate country growth.

We're looking for people who want to drive the bus, not ride the bus. We're looking for strategic thinkers and overachievers who absorb customer problems and articulate thoughtful creative solutions. And, FreeBalance is growing in the exciting Government Resource Planning (GRP) market. Apply your skills on the world stage and do well by doing good.

If you are interested in the role below and are ready for the adventure of your professional life, please contact us.

As a Functional Support Specialist you will have the opportunity to contribute to our on-going success by delivering quality and timely services during and post implementation of our products to our customers for all project deployments. This position provides first line support to our customers and provides the opportunity to learn new technologies and enterprise applications in delivering better service to our government customers.

Main Responsibilities: • Answer clients’ product-related questions and concerns over the phone FreeBalance Customer Portal, by email, or in person. • Resolve issues with clients or jointly with members of functional and or technical teams. • Clients’ issue resolution: • Develop test cases, create test data and gather results and/or statistics to allow for analysis of issues, leading to satisfactory resolutions. • Interact with Developers to understand product functional and technical operations and participate in cross functional meetings, as required, to resolve clients’ issues. • Monitor and analyze test data and/or results to identify incorrect behavior and potential causes • Isolate and reproduce errors and identify causes • Enter clients’ issues into internal systems and produce associated reports for action by members of functional or technical teams and follow up • Develop and maintain testing documentation with test case descriptions, expected and actual specifications and results. • Issue status reports to manager describing issues and results. • Participate in meeting to review clients’ issues and assignment of priority. • Participate in cross-functional meeting, if required, to resolve clients’ issues or new product release. • Troubleshoot and analyze customer issues either on site or at the various FreeBalance offices worldwide. • Maintain internal support systems and actively interface with customers through regular customer engagement meetings as well or in implementation services. • Travel as required internationally • Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: • University degree in Business Administration, Commerce and Human Resource Management. • Knowledge and or background with a solid understanding of Human Resource Management including employee management, recruitment, performance appraisal, and payroll. • Demonstrate previous experience supporting customers for translating business issues and providing solutions by writing specifications for the technical team • Experience using CRM tools to resolve customer issues

This is a full-time permanent position based in Uganda.

About FreeBalance FreeBalance helps governments around the world leverage robust Government Resource Planning (GRP) technology to accelerate country growth. FreeBalance software solutions for public financial and human resource management support reform and modernization to improve governance, transparency and accountability. Good governance is required to improve development results. Make a difference in this world and join FreeBalance!

How to apply:
To apply for this position, please send us an email at hr@freebalance.com with your cover letter and resume in English. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Graduate Volunteer Opportunities - Open Door Community Based Organisation

Graduate Volunteer Opportunities - Open Door Community Based Organisation
Open Door Community Based Organisation (ODCBO)
Employment type: Voluntary
Country: Uganda
Job category: NGO/Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
Minimum degree: Diploma
Closing date: March 22, 2013 - 5pm
Graduates with a bachelors degree or diploma are invited to apply for work experience as volunteers with ODBCO.
Contact/How to apply:
Send applications to: The Director, P.O.Box 4126, Kampala or drop your application at our offices at
EDN College of Business and IT, Luwum Street, City Center Complex
4th Floor, Suite 16
Call 0701-845822/0772-912266
Email: open door 165@gmail.com

Research potnetial donor- Soy Foundation in Kampala

 Research potnetial donors and help draft letters and correpondence, home-based (online volunteer)
Soy Foundation is seeking volunteers who can help research potential donors and help draft letters and correspondence to enable the organization mobilise resources to implement activities related to resettlement,livelihoods and rehabilitation of the destroyed environment.Please note that volunteers will not represent Soy Foundation to donors or submit funding requests on behalf of the organization but Soy Foundation will submit to donors.
The task will require one volunteer who will help research potential donors and help draft letters and correspondence.
Number of volunteers: 1
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The Greater Ngenge Area has 70% Internally Displaced Persons and lowest literacy rates, with 5% literate population.Acess to education,health, water area and livelihoods is limited. The overall goal of the programme is support resettlement of IDPs, Land conflict management trainings for leaders,education, Vocation Skills to women&Youth, and rehabilitate the degraded environment.
OBJECTIVE
The Volunteers contribution would enable Soy Foundation in Sebei region in Eastern Uganda mobilize resources to support Livelihoods,incomes and water for resettling internally displaced persons living in Kween,Kapchorwa and Bukwo Districts.
Region or country
Uganda
Development topic
Crisis prevention and recovery
REQUIREMENTS
The minimum requirements are as follows:
- Experience and extensive researching skills
- Experience working/having worked with donors.
- Experience in helping organizations draft letters and correspondence.
-Good english and drafting skills;
Areas of expertise
Business and administration
Languages
English
How to apply
UN Campus, Langer Eugen
Hermann-Ehlers-Str. 10
Bonn, Germany
Tel: +49-228-815 2000, Fax: +49-228-815 2001
Deadline:20-03-2013

Research Assistant-The Water Trust in Kampala

Research Assistant, Uganda

The Water Trust in Uganda
The Water Trust (TWT) is an international NGO combatting disease and poverty in the developing world with investments in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). Currently our geographic focus is Masindi District in Western Uganda. Our WASH model concentrates on shallow hand dug wells and boreholes with a complementary sanitation and hygiene program. Additionally, we implement a WASH in Schools program at local elementary schools. TWT's vision is simple: to live in a world where all people have access to clean water and practice healthy sanitation and hygiene behaviours. The need is most certainly there - 780 million people do not have access to clean water and over a billion people do not have access to a toilet. In order to support our team in Masindi, Uganda TWT is recruiting a Research Assistant. Applicants are currently being accepted. This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved with a great NGO impacting those in need.
Responsibilities include:
Evaluate current research efforts including: data collected, stored and managed
Analyze data and make suggestions for changes in current model to improve impact for all stakeholders involved
Work with field team to implement changes
Make suggestions on how to measure overall impact of the organization
The ideal candidate will:
Be a self-starter
Have expertise working with excel and or other data software
Have experience analyzing qualitative and quantitative data
Have experience in international development and the water, sanitation and hygiene research
How to apply:
Please send a Resume and answers to the following questions to Sarah Mendelsohn; smendelsohn@watertrust.org
o Give an example of how you were a self-starter in the past?
o What university are you enrolled in (or involvement with an external organization) and how will they participate in the TWT Development/Fundraiser Internship?
o Describe experiences (professional, academic or volunteering) that you have had in the past that you will be of assistance to this internship
o Why do you want to intern with The Water Trust?
Deadline: 21-03-2013

Programmes Coordinator Needed at Lively Minds NGO

Programmes Coordinator 

Lively Minds - a very small but growing NGO - is looking for a passionate, creative and hard-working person to fill the following position. Lively Minds aims to improve the lives of children in deprived rural communities through creative & low-cost early childhood development programmes that are run by communities themselves. We run two projects which share a common philosophy and similar methodologies. We train and support illiterate mothers from deprived communities to run educational Play Centres for pre-school children. We also train mothers to run Reading Schemes for lower primary children. Both projects focus on empowering communities so that they can provide participatory, discovery-led and creative learning opportunities using their own resources.
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
 Location: Jinja
Job category: NGO/Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
Min. years of experience: 5 years
Required languages: English
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: March 16, 2013 - 7pm
The Programmes Coordinator is responsible for the smooth running of all activities and programmes
Key activities:
- To develop, implement and track annual, monthly and weekly workplans so that annual targets are met.
- To plan all programmes/activities rigorously before all field visits - identifying SMART objectives, ensuring staff members understand roles and responsibilities, incorporating recommendations from previous activities - so that programmes can be delivered to the highest standard
- To implement programmes in the field to the highest quality, in accordance with plans, training and the vision, mission and values of Lively Minds (where necessary coaching other staff members)
- To subject all programmes and activities to continuous review- identifying strengths and weaknesses and where necessary to proactively make practical recommendations to improve programmes.
- To monitor and evaluate all programmes in accordance with agreed measures so that Lively Minds can assess and measure the impact of its work, identify any risks at an early stage, and take remedial action
- To assist the Country Manager build and maintain relationships with beneficiaries, donors, NGOs and stakeholders.
- To keep the Country Manager, International Director, funders and stakeholders consistently up to date with activities by providing all necessary reports and ensuring that good records of activities and impact are kept and maintained. To proactively communicate problems or risks
- To assist the Country Manager in running the office – ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively, that systems and processes are followed and that there is absolute accountability
Minimum Education level required:
Teaching qualification is essential. Minimum of 5 years experience in a teaching position. Experience of working in deprived rural communities and/or early childhood develop
Skills/competencies:
- Excellent interpersonal skills- can work effectively with vulnerable women and children in communities as well as colleagues
- Planning and co-ordination skills – can plan and organize time and resources effectively, working to strict deadlines
- Excellent communication skills - can keep to clear, consistent messaging and is able to coach others to do the same
- Critical reasoning and problem-solving - can analyse risks and find creative solutions to issues as they arise
- Team management - good influencing skills over immediate colleagues (Lively Minds Team) and stakeholders
- Excellent skills in speaking, reading and writing English and Luganda/Lusoga
- Proficiency in Microsoft word and Excel.
- Driving licence (must be able to ride a motorbike)
How to apply:
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their CV, together with a cover note answering the following questions to jobs@livelyminds.org. Questions for cover letter: 1. Why is early childhood development important? 2. What are the barriers to early childhood development in rural communities? 3. Give an example of a time when you have found a way to solve a problem using only small amounts of money. 4. Why do you want to work for Lively Minds Uganda?

Education Officer Needed at Small education NGO

 Education Officer

Lively Minds - a very small but growing NGO - is looking for a passionate, creative and hard-working person to fill the following position. Lively Minds aims to improve the lives of children in deprived rural communities through creative, low-cost early childhood development programmes that are run by communities themselves. We run two projects which share a common philosophy and similar methodologies. We train and support illiterate mothers from deprived communities to run educational Play Centres for pre-school children. We also train mothers to run Reading Schemes for lower primary children. Both projects focus on empowering communities so that they can provide participatory, discovery-led and creative learning opportunities using their own resources.
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
 Location: Jinja
Job category: Education
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Required IT skills: MS Office (in general)
Minimum degree: Diploma
Closing date: March 16, 2013 - 7pm
Major Responsibilities:
• To plan, implement and evaluate all activities effectively and efficiently
• To develop and deliver high quality training and activities for beneficiaries – who are illiterate women in deprived rural communities
• To monitor, evaluate and support project activities. You must be able to identify successes, risks and problems and where necessary suggest creative improvements
• To keep your line manager consistently up to date with events and activities by providing and maintaining field reports following each field visit and to provide evaluation reports as required.
• To ensure absolute accountability and value for money at all times.
• To act as an effective team member and promote mutual respect amongst colleagues
• To perform any other tasks reasonably required of you from time to time
• To ensure that all work is carried out professionally and diligently in line with Lively Minds policies and procedures and promote the good name and reputation of Lively Minds
Skills:
• Excellent interpersonal skills- can work effectively with and motivate vulnerable women and children in communities, as well as with colleagues
• Planning and co-ordination skills – can plan and organize time and limited resources effectively, working to strict deadlines
• Excellent communication skills - can keep to clear, consistent messaging and is able to coach others to do the same
• Critical reasoning and problem-solving - can analyse risks and find creative solutions to issues as they arise
• Excellent skills in speaking, reading and writing English and Lusoga/Luganda
• Proficiency in Microsoft word and Excel.
• Driving licence (must be able to ride a motorbike)
Contact/How to apply:
Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their CV and 2 references, together with a cover note answering the following questions to
jobs@livelyminds.org
Questions for cover letter:
1. Why is early childhood development important?
2. What are the barriers to early childhood development in rural communities?
3. Give an example of a time when you have found a way to solve a problem using only small amounts of money.
4. Why do you want to work for Lively Minds Uganda?

District Community Development Officer Needed at NGO

District Community Development Officer 

Responsible for:
Senior Community Development Officer
(Gender, Culture and Community Development)
Senior Community Development Officer (Disability & Elderly)
Senior Labour Officer (Labour Employment & Industrial relations)
Senior Probation and Welfare Officer (Probation, Youth and Children)
Job Purpose: To coordinate all community-based services in the District and community participation in development programmes and projects.
Key Functions
• Coordinating the effective delivery of community-based services in the District;
• Monitoring community centers, vocational training institutions, children remand homes and other community establishments;
• Monitoring and evaluating the effective implementation of National and local laws and policies on gender, labour and social development;
• Liaising with NGOs, Community-Based Organizations and other stakeholders on matters regarding community development;
• Monitoring and evaluating community awareness and involvement in socio-economic development initiatives;
• Coordinating the collection, analysis and dissemination of labour information;
Person Specifications Qualifications
An Honors Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Rural Development studies or Social Work and Social Administration from a recognized University/ Institution and post Graduate Diploma in a related field.
Experience
Should have a working experience of not less than 9 years 3 of which should have been served at a the level of Principal Community Development Officer in government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization.

Country: Uganda
Location: Kole
Min. years of experience: 9 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Salary level: U1 E
Closing date: February 20, 2013 - 5pm

How to apply:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the following vacant posts in Kole District Local Government. Interested persons should obtain application forms PSC Form 3 (Revised 2008) in triplicate from the Secretaries of District Service Commissions Department. Handwritten applications are also accepted. Only photocopies of academic qualifications should be certified. CVs and any other relevant documents, as well as recent passport size photographs should be attached to each form. Applications should be addressed to the below address.
The Secretary,
District Service Commission,
Kole District,
Job Ref: KDLG/DSC/07/2013
P.O. Box 419, Lira.