International Rescue Committee Opportunities in Uganda
International Rescue Committee Village Savings and Loans Association (VSLA) Team Leader Opportunities in Uganda
ResponsibilitiesWith her/his team develop and submit monthly work plans to ERD Manager for review every 5th day of the month
Ensure that the monthly work plans are cognizant of the project work plan, indicator tracking sheet and spending plan
Submit monthly progress reports against work plan to the ERD Manager every 5th day of the month
Conduct monthly project review and planning meetings with VSLA Officers; during the meeting, resolve observed obstacles, develop wok plan & cash need for subsequent month, and compile progress report for the month under review.
Conduct weekly meetings with each VSLA Officer to review progress against set targets, provide performance feedback and provide technical guidance on how the staff can overcome the obstacles observed in current week
Conduct probation and annual performance evaluations of field officers within five days of due date
Resolve disciplinary issues that arise with ERD staff and inform ERD Manager same day of incident
Ensure advance leave scheduling for staff and inform ERD Manager ahead of time
Ensure that all the VSLA Officers complete and submit their timesheets by the 5th day of the subsequent month
Foster the spirit of cohesion, teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect within the VSLA team
Ensure coordination with local stakeholders and other organizations,
including but not limited to local government, local financial institutions, and other non-governmental organizations.
Collaborate effectively with other livelihoods staff and project staff
Qualifications
Education: University degree in economics, social science or development studies; post-graduate training in local economic development, project management and monitoring and evaluation is an advantage.
2-3 years of experience in implementing livelihoods projects; past experience working with VSLA groups (or similar models highly preferred); with good aptitude of logical framework approach; experience with rural growth strategies including, value chain development, local economic development, women’s economic empowerment, market-driven agricultural and private sector development initiatives
Strong computer skills and analytical report wiring
Security awareness
Attention to details.
Ability to plan ahead and yet accommodate unexpected tasks.
Excellent networking and liaison skills.
Flexible and able to adapt to the logistics constraints.
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their resume by 8th December, 2017 to:
UA-IRCJobs@Rescue.org
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