Job Summary:
The Capacity Building Coordinator will mainly lead the implementation of high quality, effective capacity building programmes for ADD International – Uganda Programme.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Support Capacity Building of Disabled People’s Organisations and Partner Organisations (80%)
In collaboration with the Head of Programmes and Head of MEL, conduct capacity assessments for partner DPOs and disability inclusion assessments for partner organisations.
Based on these assessments, lead programme staff in the process of developing joint Capacity Building plans with DPOs and partner organisations, identifying ADD’s contributions to achieving agreed Capacity Building targets.
Ensure that the programme team maintains regular communication with DPOs on joint project implementation, reflection and learning, opportunities for engagement with powerholders, and other areas of mutual interest
Strengthen the capacity of ADD’s Programme team to deliver Capacity Building support to DPOs, identifying gaps and weaknesses, and providing training, mentoring, and management support as appropriate.
Support learning processes (20%)
Support the Uganda ADD team members and staff of partner organisations to develop and carry out specific learning activities (as part of project planning/delivery) which produce evidence to support influencing and policy dialogue
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant must hold a Degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, Community or Development studies from a recognised University/Institute, or equivalent demonstrated knowledge and experience (specialism in one of ADD’s programme area is an added advantage)
Relevant Post-graduate Qualification, or equivalent demonstrated knowledge and experience Commitment to – and an understanding of – the Social Model of disability, the Convention on the Rights of Persons with disabilities (CRPD), and the rights-based approach to development
At least five years’ experience, at least three of which in a Manager/Co-ordinator role in Public Service/ a National or International Non-Governmental Organisation with duties related to capacity building.
Commitment to and understanding of gender sensitivity in programmes, including of issues related to violence against women and girls
Familiar with organisational capacity building processes/ Proven field experience of designing and delivering training.
Understanding of qualitative and quantitative MEL tools and approaches/methodologies
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Awareness of the value of diversity and cultural difference
Demonstrate safeguarding ethics and integrity
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should send the following attachments by email:
Updated CV (max 3 pages)
Letter of motivation (max 2 pages), please state your current or most recent salary
The names contact numbers and addresses of 2 referees (please state if you are not happy for them to be contacted at this stage)
Please send your application to: recruitment@add.org.uk with a copy to info@add-uganda.org
Deadline: 12th July 2019