Project Officer at Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE)

Developmental studies, Education, NGO – Non-Government Organisation, Project Management, Social Sciences and Social Works
Kampala
January 24, 2023
Full Time
Application deadline closed.

Job Description

The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Uganda Chapter is a Non-Governmental
Organization established in 1997 to address gender disparities in Education. FAWE Uganda is in the
process of filling the positions below.

1. Title: Project Officer
Duty Station: Buyende
Reports to: Programs Manager

Job Summary:
The position holders will be part of a team responsible for the planning, budgeting and implementation of
project specific activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Participate in planning, budgeting, implementation, support supervision and reporting processes
2. Ensuring that the project specific activities are effectively and efficiently implemented as per
project calendar/schedule/plan
3. Assist in identifying program requirements through research, feedback and interaction with
beneficiaries and other key stakeholders
4. Coordinate networking, advocacy and sustainability systems within the district of project implementation.
5. Ensure Clear documentation of project success stories
6. Resolving cross-functional issues at project level
7. Monitoring project progress and performance
8. Timely preparation and submission of quality monthly, quarterly and annual reports
9. Maintain a high level of transparency and accountability

Qualifications/Requirements
 A minimum of a Bachelors’ Degree in a relevant field such as Education, Development Studies, Social Work and Social Administration, Social Science, Adult Community Education or related field from a recognized Institution is essential.
 A post graduate diploma in Project Planning and Management is desirable
 Ability to ride a motorcycle with a valid riding permit is essential
 Knowledge of the local language is essential.

Experience
 At least three (03) years’ experience with a National or International NGO in areas of child protection, sexual reproductive health rights and education

Other Desirable Skills
 Working knowledge of Project Planning and Management, Mobilization, Capacity Building
skills, report writing skills
 Demonstrated ability and skills in organizing and facilitating groups
 Must be proficient in computer applications
 Excellent communication skills
 High standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty
 Computer Literacy (MS Office Applications)
 Self-driven and able to work under minimal supervision

How to apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should send their applications including curriculum vitae
and copies of relevant documents to;

The Human Resource and Administration Manager
FAWE Uganda Chapter
P.O Box 24117
KAMPALA
OR
Hand deliver to their office on Plot 328 Magulu Close in Bukoto, Off Kisaasi Road
OR
E-mail application to humanresources@faweuganda.org
Deadline Tuesday 31st January 2023, 4:00pm
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Interested and Qualified Females are encouraged to apply

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