Job Description
Networking, Advocacy and Stakeholder Management
• Organize regular meetings with both internal and external stakeholders to foster positive relationships.
• Prepare and submit reports to key stakeholders through the Programmes Manager within the agreed timeframes.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders as and when required ensuring that they are kept up-to-date with progress made in different areas.
• Support the designing and implementation of effective advocacy strategies.
• Assist with the development of public relations and communication strategies to support programme goals and increase awareness about the programme.

Documentation, Replication and Mainstreaming
Collect useful and relevant information and maintain an up-to-date databank that can be used in programme quality improvement.
Assist the Chapter with the documentation and sharing of success stories and good practices as well as lessons learned arising from programme implementation, for sharing and replication.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning
Review terms of reference for M&E activities.
Actively participate in the monitoring of programme activities.
Review field monitoring reports and periodic reports for quality assurance.
Ensure timely and quality reporting to the Foundation through FAWE RS.
Identify areas requiring research for both programme improvement and learning purposes.

Finance, Accountability, Administration Activities
Make timely requests and provide accountability for all funds required/use for programme implementation.
Maintain a high standard of stewardship and accountability for all funds and assets entrusted to you.
Ensure safety of all assets under your charge and report all faults to administration.
Liaise with the administration team for logistics on programme activities as may be required.
Others Perform any other duties that may be assigned to you by your supervisor from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
A Masters’ Degree in Project Planning and Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration or other related fields is essential.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Social Work and Social Administration, Development Studies, Adult and Community Education or related field is essential.
A post graduate diploma in Project Planning and Management is desirable if the main qualification is not in this field.
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Statistical Packages) is essential.

EXPERIENCE
At least seven years’ experience in programming in a reputable NGO, three of which must be in managing scholarship programmes.
Experience working on girls’ education and development issues is essential.
Experience in monitoring and evaluation of education programmes.
Experience in managing consultants.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Proven strategic and implementation ability with strong conceptual and analytical skills for planning, monitoring, impact assessment and learning
Possession of strong people leadership and management skills and abilities and proven ability to work effectively with others to achieve results
Actively seeks out feedback on their performance (both results and behaviors) with a view to continuous learning and growth
Building relationships – ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization
Demonstrated understanding of concepts and application in organizational learning and knowledge management
Demonstrated understanding and experience of gender and diversity issues and proven commitment to addressing inequalities in all key areas of responsibility

Demonstrated report writing skills
A thorough understanding of the main gender issues and tools for analysis and gender mainstreaming
Self-driven and able to work under minimal supervision
An excellent understanding of the concepts and practices of participatory development approaches
Financial Management skills
Excellent Communication skills

How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address and e-mail . Applications may not exceed 2MBs.
Email: application@ppg.co.ug