About US:
Action for Community Development (ACODEV) is a national NGO that has been implementing program in Uganda for 11 years now. ACODEV has received funding from Save the Children International (with support from the Dutch Government) to continue implementing the Keep It Real (KIR) project in all divisions of Kampala Capital City Authority this 2015. The project which is a Sexuality Education project aims at providing boys and girls with age appropriate, culturally relevant and scientifically accurate information. The ultimate goal of the project is to contribute to reduced unintended and early pregnancy, child marriage, contributing to HIV prevention, improved health, and helping young people to complete school, and contribute to a productive and empowered younger generation. The project will work s with in-school going young people in 100 primary and secondary schools and 20 out of schools youth groups

Job Summary: The Project Field Officers will be responsible for day to day implementation of the Keep It Real Project activities within the field in schools and out of school youth groups. The incumbents will be responsible for follow-ups in schools and community youth group; ensure effective and timely reporting about all field activities conducted;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The candidates should hold Degrees in Social Sciences, Development Studies, SWSA, Nursing, Public health with relevant field experience
Three or more years relevant NGO or field experience in Uganda.
Working knowledge of the Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Policies and the dynamics of young people health issues in Uganda is key.
Working knowledge of Save the Children International operational standards including the Child Safeguard policies is important

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants who wish to join ACODEV should send their cover letters, updated CV, copies of academic documents and contacts for three referees to:
Human Resources Department, Action for Community Development, Plot 98/99 Masoli Rd, off Gayaza road, P.O Box 22234, Kampala, Uganda Or ACODEV Regional Office, Kasese District; 300 meters off Kasese Mbarara Highway near Rwenzori International Hotel.

Deadline: 9th February, 2015