Danish Embassy in Uganda Programme Advisor – Accountability, Civic Engagement and Rights Jobs in Uganda

Danish Embassy in Uganda Programme Advisor – Accountability, Civic Engagement and Rights Jobs in Uganda

The Danish Embassy seeks to recruit Programme Advisors to help drive our work on Accountability,
Civic Engagement and Rights. If you have experience in the administration of development cooperation, development cooperation programming and within civil society, we would like to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Programme implementation

Oversee the strategy, partner implementation and administration of projects including results frameworks, finance, and reporting.

Provide technical advice and support to implementing partners so that they are equipped to
contribute effectively towards the relevant thematic areas.

Participate in coordination and dialogue with stakeholders incl. Development Partners, the
Government of Uganda, and civil society.

Administration and grant management

Support the drafting and review of grant agreements to ensure adherence to Danish government requirements.

Support with grant management, i.e. ensuring all partner contracts are signed, filed and agreed
obligations are implemented, including partner accountability, anti-corruption follow-up and
budget management.

Oversee timely reporting, including financial and narrative reporting.

Monitoring of compliance and progress during the implementation of the grant.

Qualification & Experience

Master’s degree in political science, social science, development studies, business, finance,
economics, or a related field.

At least 5 years’ experience in administration and management of grants, working for a donor or
in

a medium to large-sized donor-funded organisation.

At least 5 years’ experience working in the area of accountability, civic engagement and human
rights.

Experience working with partner organisations in relation to grants management

Behavioural Competencies:

Good interpersonal skills, a collaborative style and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels

Ability to work independently and proactively

What we offer

An exciting position with meaningful work and great responsibility

Influence of own tasks and planning of work and a high level of independence in the performance of tasks

Committed colleagues working together in an open and informal environment

A work week of 37 hours and competitive compensation package, including attractive pension
and health insurance scheme

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Danish Embassy in Uganda Programme Advisor – Accountability, Civic Engagement and Rights Jobs in Uganda

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