ACAV Community Development Specialist Jobs in Uganda
ACAV Community Development Specialist Jobs in Uganda
Job purpose The Community Development Specialist is a highly skilled and experienced professional to reinforce ACAV capacity in providing technical assistance to Koboko Municipality in the area of community development. The specialist will strengthen the strategic linkages with Koboko Municipality and other partners for better implementation of the EUTF project
Salary level
The salary scale and conditions will be in accordance with ACAV’s Terms of Employment for national staff.
Reporting to
Project Manager
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Contribute towards strengthening of participatory governance in the municipality by introducing and nurturing mechanisms of inclusive and wider citizen participation in the decision-making process.
Guide on effective community-based approach in implementing the project as well as ensuring local priorities and initiatives are integrated into higher level of development planning in the Municipality
Provide technical support and guidance to ensure gender mainstreaming and social inclusion in all aspects of the project for sustainable development
Guide on project implementation in accordance to the EUTF and ACAV policy and procedure and generally accepted principles
Work to expand partnerships and cooperation between community organizations, other NGOs and the different levels of government for efficient project implementation
Supervise and support implementation and coordination of protection related programs with stakeholders like the JLOS, UNHCR, OPM, Police and local organizations
Provide mentorship, professional training and support to the community development officers, CSOs and other local authorities on community related programs
Supervise and monitor the work of community development officers and other CSOs implementing the EUTF project
Provide technical guidance and support in the development of IEC materials for community mobilization and sensitization
Support in internalization, documentation and replication of success stories and practices by the CSOs, and the local authorities implementing the project
Develop/support the development of necessary training materials and implementation guidelines for CSOs and the Municipality
Track and report on the progress of the project in the areas of responsibility and advise on better implementation strategies
Undertake remedial or any other measures required for timely achievement of the project results
Ensure that profiles of local, regional or international partners and information related to the department is maintained, shared and updated on the website
Undertake any other duty assigned by the supervisor for the achievement of the project objectives or results.
Education and Professional Experience
Master’s Degree in Social Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Development Studies, Community Sustainability/ development or
related field.
Minimum of five (5) years of direct, “hands-on” working experience in Community development initiatives at managerial level.
Sound knowledge of the concepts of social mobilization, decentralization and sustainable development.
Have a good understanding of the local context with professional knowledge in project planning and management and implementing gender sensitive community development projects in an international development context.**
Professional Requirements
Strong computer literacy with a full knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong reporting skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner.
Readiness to commit and adhere to the values, policies and procedure.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Good mobilization and people centered skills.
Analytic and a strategic thinker.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
Problem solving capacity.
Ability to work long hours without supervision.
Personal Requirements
Demonstrated understanding of data protection and confidentiality as part of data collection and management as well as reporting.
Strong problem-solving approach with the ability to anticipate problems and proactively suggest solutions.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet the deadlines.
Demonstrated capacity to work under pressure, while being reactive to unexpected demands or changes.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Actively support organisational learning and innovation.
Desirable Criteria
Previous experience of working on project funded by the European Union.
Previous work experience in project and programmes dealing with forced migration (i.e. Refugees, IDPs, Returnees).
Previous work experience in the project area or West Nile, Uganda is an added value.
Fluency in one or more of the local languages spoken in Koboko and West Nile, Uganda is an asset.
Readiness to start work by November once considered
Job Duration
Job duration will be 27 months with initial one-year contract renewable depending on performance and availability of funding and 3 months’ probation period.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; ACAV Community Development Specialist Jobs in Uganda
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