Job Summary:
The Assistant Project Officer will be responsible for planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting for the UN Women project on advancing GEWE and strengthening the women’s movement in the target districts. S/He will ensure that the project meets its targets within the specified technical support in the planning, implementation, coordination, and reporting of field activities with the aim of advancing GEWE.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, process and implement activities in line with the project narrative, logical framework and monitoring frameworks
Prepare periodic project reports in line with organizational and donor reporting guidelines
Manage and report on finances for activities at field level and petty cash for field operations
Support networks to conduct organizational capacity assessments, prepare capacity development plans and provide the necessary support
Support member organisations and district networks in their area of work to design and strengthen advocacy initiatives relating to prevention and response to Violence and Against Women (VAWG) including SGBV and promoting SHRH
Carry out project monitoring and evaluation with support from the monitoring and evaluation team, using appropriate tools designed by the organization to keep track of project deliverables and progress.
Represent NAWOU in steering committee meetings, review meetings and local government meetings related to the project and relevant sectors.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicants for the Assistant Project Officer position must hold a university degree in social sciences, development studies or any related field from a recognized University
Postgraduate qualification in project planning and management, gender studies or any related field is an asset
At least two years of relevant working experience preferably in an INGO or NGO.
Extensive experience in human rights, gender equality and prevention/response to VAWG work
Ability to interpret project and program documents, and roll out the work plan
Ability to work independently, with local government, civil society and communities
Must be proficient in computer i.e. MS. Word, Excel, use of internet, Power point and other computer applications
Must know how to ride a motorcycle
Knowledge of the local languages spoken in the target districts is an added advantage
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their online applications, updated CVs, copies of academic documents and details of at least two (2) referees to: jobs@nawouganda.ug. All Applications sent by email should clearly indicate the position title and preferred location in the subject line
Deadline: 23rd August, 2019.