About US:
Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU) is a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and its core mandate is to promote high quality, high-impact and gender sensitive Sexual & Reproductive Health and Rights information and services through capacity building, specialized service delivery, issue specific advocacy and strategic partnerships.
Job Summary: The Project Officer will be responsible for the day to day implementation of the Youth Empowerment through Agriculture (YETA) Project activities assigned to RHU in the region of operation. The officer will act as de-facto RHU representative on the YETA project team at the respective regional office
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Organize and monitor project activities to ensure attainment of planned results and desired learning in a timely manner
· Render technical support to the project team to fully integrate sexual and reproductive health aspects within the YETA programme
· Document case studies, success stories, promising practices and lessons learnt in relation to the integration of SRHR and Livelihoods for young people, in a systematic manner and share information with the Project Coordinator and other stakeholders
· Ensure timely, accurate and comprehensive reporting on all project activities, adhering to organizational and donor requirements
· Develop and maintain networks with Project partners, local district authorities, communities and other significant stakeholders
· Perform any other professional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The Project Officer should preferably hold a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Social Sciences or related discipline from an accredited university or college; and
· A minimum of three or more years of progressive experience in project management with a reputable Non-Government Organization (NGO).
· Working knowledge concerning integrated Sexual and Reproductive Health services.
· Possess skill in providing related training, quality of care assessment, supervision, excellent writing skills and provision of feedback.
· Demonstrated leadership, administration and motivation skills, organizational ability and ability to multi-task and deliver accurate and complete results in an efficient and timely manner.
· Proven ability to work effectively with minimum supervision and under pressure, and ability to coach, guide, and build task oriented teams. (Knowledge of local language is an advantage, but not a prerequisite).
How to Apply:
All candidates are encouraged to either post or hand-deliver a letter of application with certified copies of academic transcripts, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other relevant certificates plus contact addresses (e-mail) of three referees (including day time telephone numbers) to: The Executive Director, Reproductive Health Uganda, P.O. Box 10746 Kampala Or hand-deliver at: RHU Head Office, Plot 2, Katego Road, Kamwokya (Opposite Uganda Museum) or submit electronically via email to: rhu@rhu.or.ug and copy to hr@rhu.or.ug
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Female applicants are encouraged to apply
Deadline: 2nd June, 2015.