About US:
ZOA is an International Non-Governmental ‘Organisation working in Uganda since 1998. Its mission is to assist in rebuilding the livelihoods of peoples who are affected by human conflict or natural disaster. We operate in 15 countries in Africa and Asia. Our community based programme in Uganda concentrates on Food Security, Livelihoods/Economic Development, Water Sanitation and Hygiene, Vocational Training, Education and Peace Building and is implemented in close cooperation with local organizations and local government.
About LSED Project:
In 2015, ZOA started a multi-year Land Security and Economic Development project in Nwoya district, this is intended to be the first of several projects.
Job Summary: The Coordinator Land Security will mainly be responsible for conducting community sensitization and education on customary tenure. The incumbent will mentor and supervise the Parish facilitators. S/he will work closely with the ALC, DLB and other actors in facilitating customary tenure registration, through the process of systematic, adjudication, demarcation and registration of Land rights. The coordinator will work with ADR actors including the Rwodi Kweri for dispute resolution using the family tree approach. The coordinator will ensure that activities are planned, organized and monitored following approved project plans.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will implement activities as described in the project proposal based on ZOA’s country policy
Carries out training needs assessments and develops trainings for ALCs, Rwodi kweri in the project.
Organizes, sensitizations, community meetings, radio talk shows road theatre troops on customary tenure and land governance issues.
Ensures the implementation and monitoring of the project in line with donor requirements
The incumbent will regularly report on the project progress on a monthly basis.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should preferably hold a Degree or Diploma in Lands Management Land economics, Geometries, Surveying, Physical planning.
A minimum of four or more years’ experience in an INGO and Development Sector.
Working knowledge of the provisions of NLP and Land governance issues in Uganda
Excellent communication, writing, negotiation and facilitation skills
Inventive, creative and enthusiastic person (able to develop the best approach)
Good computer skills: Ms Excel and Ms Word
Self motivator, having the ability to work with limited supervision
Ability to work in an innovative environment where plans are developed fast and open for change
Ability and skills to coordinate activities where communities are consulted regularly
Able to ride a motorcycle with a valid driving/riding license
Knowledge of LUO language is essential.
How to Apply:
ZOA encouraged all suitably qualified Christians to send an application letter together with curriculum vitae (max 3 pages), names and contacts of three referees of which one is your pastor or priest, to: hr@zoa.ug. Please clearly indicate “Coordinator Land Security and Economic Development” in the subject of the E-mail
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 26th July 2015.