AFOD Program Support Assistant Jobs in Uganda

AFOD Program Support Assistant Jobs in Uganda

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Food/Cash Distribution Manager, the Program Support Assistant will supervise and coordinate the timely delivery of food and cash to beneficiaries in line with general food assistance guideline set by OPM/WFP/UNHCR.

Duties & responsibilities

Perform specialized and/or standardized processes and activities related to food and cash assistance programme for targeted beneficiaries.

Provide the food/cash programme project management and/or general office support following established targets and donor policies and procedures.

Supervise AFOD Uganda Food Distribution team members and contracted community casual staff and provide support to ensure timely provision of assistance to affected population.

Conduct regular community sensitization with affected population Food Management Committee and Refugee Welfare on integrated general food assistance with other programs.

Within the specific area of responsibility, compile data and support analysis and preparation of reports (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, performance) in order to support operational decision-making.

Closely coordinate with M&E Unit to ensure that relevant output and outcome indicators for integrated GFA interventions are systematically being collected and analysed in a manner that will help the country office determine efficiency and effectiveness of food delivery.

Supervise AFOD Uganda food/cash Distribution team members and contracted community casual staff and provide support to ensure timely provision of assistance to affected population.

Work and exchange information with internal counterparts to support effective collaboration, implementation and monitoring of ongoing project activities.

Support communication and

activities with local partners, agencies, NGOs and government institutions.

Act as a point of contact for resolution of general operational queries requesting assistance where necessary.

Ensure integration of AFOD Programs in area of operation with other programs using the 2P plus and ICLEM framework.

Periodically review GFA responses in accordance with the AFOD ICLEM model and WFP policy and WFP Uganda GFA guidelines for affected population.

Prepare and submit activity, daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to Head of Field Office.

Perform other assigned duties by supervisor.

Minimum qualifications & experience required

Education

Must hold a diploma in any discipline related to food security and livelihood. A degree in a related field is an added advantage.

Experience

Experience in management of large-scale food distributions to persons of concern.

Core Competencies

Proficiency in English (Oral & Written).

Project planning, management and advocacy training highly desirable.

Computer skills particularly MS Office.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; AFOD Program Support Assistant Jobs in Uganda

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