About US:
Cheshire Services Uganda is a nongovernmental organization working the field of disability and development. CSU works with and for Persons with Disabilities through four thematic programme areas of Livelihoods, Inclusive Education, Advocacy and campaign, health and rehabilitation. CSU in collaboration with Leonard Cheshire Disability has received funding from the European Union to implement a three year livelihoods project for Persons with Disabilities in Adjuman and Moyo districts.
Job Summary: The Livelihoods Project Manager will play a leadership role in providing technical support in the formulation, strengthening, execution and direct supervision of implementation of project work plans to ensure effective delivery of the Project in accordance with the project design and the contractual requirements by the donor.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Directly manage the implementation of project activities to realize project outputs and outcome.
Ensure the overall direction and integrity of the project
Instruct and monitor the project team performance, attitude and discipline
Develop tools for data and information collection on the project
Lead the project reporting function.
Identify and network with other organizations and government agencies at district and national levels.
Actively participate in appraisal of the project team.
Identify areas for capacity building among project team and develop training plans and materials for staff capacity building.
Ensure active participation of stakeholders in project activities to facilitate ownership of the project
Support in identifying and obtaining any support and advice required for the management, planning and control of the project
Actively facilitate and supervise activities concerning the participatory, formulation and implementation of M&E plan
Render support in resource mobilization to supplement sustainability of the project.
Actively participate in meetings and workshops to promote sharing of lessons learnt from the project
Perform any other duties assigned in line with the organization and the project.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Management, Community Based Rehabilitation, Social Works and Social Administration or any other relevant field. Possession of a Post Graduate qualification is an added advantage
A minimum of three years’ experience in project management
Past exposure and experience of managing, monitoring and evaluating donor funded programmes;
Significant experience of financial planning, management, control and reporting
Excellent written and spoken communication skills (English)
Computer literacy skills
Possess excellent interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of Sign Language is desired
How to Apply:
All qualified candidates are encouraged to send their applications, updated CVs and supporting documents to the address below. Please indicate the position you are applying for on the envelope. Note that no email applications will be considered.
The Chairperson
Cheshire Services Uganda
Plot 935 Old Kira Road Bukoto near Kadic Hospital or opposite MTN Stage
P.O. Box 70012 Clock Tower
Kampala. Uganda.
Deadline: 27th February, 2015