US Embassy in Kampala Jobs - Project Management Specialist Vacancies
US Embassy in Kampala Jobs - Project Management Specialist Vacancies
General Statement of Purpose of the Contract USAID/Uganda is seeking for qualified individuals to fill the Project Management Specialist Democracy, Governance, Rule of Law & Human Rights) (PMS-DRHR) position.
The PMS-DRHR serves as the principal senior advisor and lead subject matter expert on democracy, governance, rule of law and human rights issues and activities, and provides advice and counsel on this sector to the Democracy, Rights and Governance Team (DRG), USAID health, education, and economic
growth technical teams, the Mission Director and Deputy Director, and the Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy Political and Economic Sections, and local Ugandan counterparts.
Statement of Duties to be performed
Manage Strategic Planning, Activity Design and Implementation of Democracy, Governance,
Rule of Law and Human Rights Activities ($15 million) (40 per cent)
Serve as a technical authority on complex and precedent-setting democracy, governance, rule of law, and human rights issues and advise on USAID strategies, activity designs, and plans that can effectively address these issues.
Supervise DRG technical staff, manage and evaluate staff performance, and direct the efficient use of staff time to advance DRG objectives.
In partnership with the DRG Office Director, lead the DRG Office preparation of program and financial reviews, including portfolio reviews, operational plans, and required reporting as needed on the
DRG portfolio.
Serve as Contracting/Agreement Officer Representative (C/AOR) for Mission contracts and grant activities to implement Democracy, Governance, Rule of Law and Human Rights Programs, constantly monitoring and evaluating program performance and ensuring that relevant and appropriate program documentation is provided.
Work closely with Mission monitoring and evaluation specialist and implementing partners to develop results frameworks for contract and grant activities that effectively track and evaluate results achievement. Analyze data and results needs to confirm their continuing validity. Take a lead role in developing performance information for annual results reporting. Frequent in-country travel will also be a critical function of ensuring results-based programming. Solicitation No: 72061721R10004
Represent the DRG Office and the Mission in discussions and negotiations with implementing partners, USG inter-agency, government and with other donors, as requested.
Advise USG Mission on Democracy, Rule of Law, Governance, and Human Rights Issues
(30 per cent)
Provide counsel and guidance on democracy, governance, rule of law, and human rights issues for all USAID technical teams, and the USG Inter-agency on strategic plans, activity implementation, policy, and coordination activities. This guidance shall cover issues related to parliament, political and electoral
processes, local governance, judicial processes, human rights, and civil society.
Coordinate Mission Democracy, Rule of Law, and Human Rights Activities with other
Implementing Partners, Development Partners, the Government of Uganda, and Civil Society
Serve as USAID representative to the Justice Law and Order Sector (JLOS), Ministry of Local Governance, relevant Members of Parliament, key Accountability Institutions and other GOU contacts as relevant, and cultivate effective working relationships with GOU institutions to enhance the development
and implementation of USG activities.
Serve as USAID liaison with development partner groups on democracy, governance, rule of law and human rights, preparing necessary documents, representing the USG at meetings, and briefing USAID and Embassy management on issues and discussions.
Liaise with civil society, academic institutions and other local stakeholders on democratic governance, rule of law, and human rights issues and activities, building contacts to facilitate dissemination of information and coordination of activities.
Coordinate the involvement of implementing partners and major stakeholders (including GoU
Ministries, the private sector, public and private institutions, NGOs, and other stakeholders) to identify sectoral strategies, activities, and achievable results that will serve to improve democracy, governance,
the rule of law, and human rights.
Represent USAID at national, regional, and international conferences on issues of democratic governance, rule of law, and human rights, preparing
papers and making presentations as required.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education
Masters’ degree or equivalent in a relevant field: Law, social and policy sciences, such as political science, economics, public administration, organizational development, cultural anthropology, international relations.
Additional consideration will be given to training and or experience in fields related to law and the judiciary, governance, police and community justice, anti-corruption, and peace and reconciliation.
Prior Work Experience
Seven (7) years’ experience in related areas, with demonstrated accomplishments.
Experience should include:
analysis, planning and budgeting, program and activity evaluation, design, and implementation.
Strong experience managing coordination with high level government counterparts, donors and local organizations.
Demonstrated experience handling complex and competing demands.
Language Proficiency
Level IV English ability (Fluent), spoken and written, is required for:
Refined oral presentation and writing skills in English that allow the contractor to make effective and convincing presentations and development relationships with partners;
Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality analytical pieces and evaluations; and
Solicitation No: 72061721R10004
Clear oral presentations and dealing effectively with senior Ugandan officials, representatives of development partners and the non-government community, USAID, and other U.S. Government officials.
Job Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of Ugandan politics, Uganda’s human rights, governance and anticorruption and reconciliation and recovery efforts, its decentralization law and policies, its legal system and judiciary, and the structure and functioning of its central and local governments, civil society organizations, and political parties.
Thorough knowledge of development theory and programming in general and multi-party democracy, enhanced governance, rule of law, and civil society programming in particular.
Thorough knowledge of programs addressing human rights, governance and democracy programming. Including knowledge of USG/USAID priorities in the sector, knowledge of strategies, programs, and working methodologies of other donor agencies (bi- and multi-lateral) in the sector in Uganda.
Considerable familiarity with approaches and goals of development organizations and their approaches to human rights, democracy and governance programs. Knowledge of the evolution of African democracies, as well as theoretical and conceptual linkages between democracy and economic development.
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to provide high-level analysis and technically sound recommendations on complex issues related to rule of law, human rights, and governance to USG senior management and external partners.
Strong competence, experience and maturity in dealing with high level government officials in Uganda.
Strong capability to manage donor relations and coordination with international organizations, including the ability to handle sensitive issues diplomatically, represent USAID authoritatively, and use good
judgment in speaking on behalf of USAID in high-level meetings with Government of Uganda officials, other donor officials, and civil society organizations.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with high-level officials with minimal editing or supervision
Strong experience with program design, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills.
Strong ability to obtain, analyze, and evaluate complex data, provide sound objective advice on legal matters, and present it in meaningful terms to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong leadership, and interpersonal skills are critical.
Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise teams.
Ability to function collaboratively as a member of a team to achieve results and reach consensus on programs issue and must show the ability to take initiative and lead multi-sector, multidisciplinary working groups and teams.
How to Apply
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