Raising The Village Project Officers Jobs in Uganda
Raising The Village Project Officers Jobs in Uganda
Job Description Reporting to the Senior Project Officer, the Project Officer will work to support Raising The Village (RTV) programs in Uganda and oversee RTV’s Project Assistants in all aspects of their work. They are responsible to ensure follow up and follow through as per project designs and workplans. An RTV Project Officer is the first point of contact to resolve issues and find solutions to challenges experienced by Projects Assistants in the field as well as in the office. The ideal candidate is well-versed in processes under their roles responsibilities, is results-driven and focused with a clear goal of ensuring that implementation work is carried out on time, within budget and results in sustainable quality work.
Role & Responsibilities
Project management
Ensure Project Assistants’ workplans are in alignment with the project designs and being implemented accordingly
Ensure on-going management of workplans for each cluster under their purview
Review and follow-up on field reporting requirements and workplan and action plans
Take proactive measures to identify risks and issues and provide solutions and/or mitigating measures to ensure successful initiatives
Bring to the Senior Project Officer’s attention items that need further support or guidance
Conduct a minimum of three (3) site visits per week to oversee key activities and support Project Assistants with their clusters as required
Participate in project progress reviews
Support Senior Project Officers with workload and co-implement initiatives as may be required and/or assigned
Supervision & Team Building
Conduct weekly cluster meetings under your purview and provide constructive feedback and coaching for both program related aspects as well as staff related
Provide support and guidance to Project Assistants to ensure work is progressing in each village but also to help navigate RTV’s structures and administrative aspects
Complete mid-term and annual performance reviews
Facilitate RTV methodology staff-refresher training for staff learning
Provide mentorship and coaching support to Project Assistants and other colleagues as might be required
Administration
Support Senior Project Officer as requested on project specific activities;
Support
management with information sharing for donor reporting and proposal writing opportunities;
Approve leave requests of staff under your management
Note: Other requirements as might be required by their direct supervisor and/or management.
Requirements and Experience
Technical and Interpersonal Skills
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written English
Fluent in local dialects in areas where RTV works
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs i.e. Word and Excel
Excellent organizational and leadership skills with keen attention to details
Accurately completes multiple tasks while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, available resources and multiple reporting relationships
Strong training & facilitation skills
Able to build and work as part of a team
Reliable, with high integrity and strong work ethic
Able to work as part of a team and create a sense of cohesion within teams
Able to keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced and challenging environment
Energetic and physically able to hike high terrain
Able to travel approximately 80% of time
Ability to ride a motorbike would be an added advantage
Education and Experience
University Degree in Community Development, Project Management, Project Planning, Development, Development studies and Social work and social administration or related fields
A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in community development programs, project management, facilitation and leaderships or related field
Experience in project management and implementation at village level.
Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
We highly encourage women candidates to apply.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Raising The Village Project Officers Jobs in Uganda
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