Democratic Governance Facility Programme Manager - Jobs in Uganda

Democratic Governance Facility Programme Manager - Jobs in Uganda

Background of the DGF

The Democratic Governance Facility (DGF) is a multi-donor funding mechanism aimed at
strengthening governance, promoting and protecting human rights, enhancing access to justice, and improving accountability in Uganda by working with state and non-state institutions at national, regional and district levels throughout the country.

It is funded by Austria, Denmark, European
Union, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden.

Job Title:

Programme Manager – Sphere 2: Citizen empowerment, engagement and accountability (1
position)

Duty Station:

Democratic Governance Facility Management Unit (FMU) in Kampala.

Key Responsibilities

Support ongoing contextual analysis of local, national and international key developments in the respective Areas of Interventions (AoIs) and recommend practices to be adopted.

Participate in designing calls for proposals, reviewing the submitted proposals and budgets; and select competent partners for funding, in line with DGF terms and conditions.

Receive record and review partner narrative and financial reports to ensure compliance to
DGF partner financial guidelines; provide feedback to partners regarding the performance of their projects; and oversee disbursements of funds to partners.

Receive, review and monitor partner work plans and budgets and ensure compliance to DGF
financial and programmatic guidelines.

Monitor and evaluate partner project implementation and provide technical guidance and quality assurance to partners regarding implementation of the projects.

Conduct partner needs assessments and design strategies for building the capacity of
partners in the relevant thematic area.

Provide advice and updates to the Sphere Management on project implementation and
direction.

Build and maintain functional working relationships with key stakeholders including state and non-state partners.

Prepare annual and quarterly work plans for the respective AoIs and report on performance
in line with the DGF Results Framework.

Document and keep track of the performance, achievements and results of partners in the
respective AoIs; and prepare periodic reports to DGF on the performance, achievements and
results of partners in the AoIs.

Ensure continuous reflection and learning amongst partners; and support identification of
needs and learning amongst DGF partners across all the spheres of DGF.

Professional Specifications

A university degree in a

relevant subject (public administration, political science, social
science, development studies or related area).

An advanced degree (master level) preferred.

Minimum of five years’ experience working in a project management role for government/
state institutions or civil society organisations. Experience in that role overseeing or managing sub-grants to partners is preferred.

Experience in the area of democratic governance, with demonstrated background and
technical expertise in one or more of the DGF spheres/Areas of Interventions of DGF

Experience in accountability (social accountability, anti-corruption,
natural resource governance) is preferred.

Additional experience specifically in one
or more of the following areas is an advantage: civic education, media support,
access to information.

Experience human rights and/or access to justice is preferred.

Additional experience in one or more of the following areas is an advantage:
transitional justice, pro-gender equality legislation, conflict prevention.

Experiences in Problem-Driven Iterative Adaptation and other methodologies for programming is an asset.

Additionally, successful candidate must demonstrate:

Experience in working in a multi-cultural environment.

Ability to manage multiple priorities.

High integrity and honesty.

Systematic and structured approach to work.

Ability to work well under pressure and deliver results with minimum supervision.

Attention to detail and ability to produce high quality work.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates interested in the above positions should send their CVs and cover letters with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below.

Applications should not exceed 2MBs.
People Performance Group
P.O. Box 12405 Kampala
Plot 8 Kitante Close

Email: application@ppg.co.ug

Closing date: Sunday 21st April 2019

For more information and job application details, see; Democratic Governance Facility Programme Manager - Jobs in Uganda

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