Mercy Corps Program Assistant Jobs in Uganda

Mercy Corps Program Assistant Jobs in Uganda

About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible.

In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Essential functions

  • In coordination with Project Manager and Officers, organize and support inception and sensitization meetings mobilize community members, taking care to identify those who fit the pre-established vulnerability criteria, for registration and other activities.
  • Support community sensitization activities around farm training and e-voucher distribution in Rhino camp settlement.
  • Identify specific topic areas of information needed and develop clear communications plans to effectively disseminate information.
  • Registration and profiling of interested program participants.
  • Support in the identification, selection and capacity assessment of potential agro-dealers Support development of platform to distribute e-vouchers and its implementation in the field.
  • Support and monitor farmers
  • Build relationship with implementing partners and control and monitor their activities in coordination with innovation facilitator and program officer at the innovation centre.
  • Documentation, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
  • Under guidance of Program Manager, Officer and M&E Officer, participate in any market assessment and baseline/end line data gathering needs.
  • Support the development of beneficiary registration tool.
  • Support data collection activities including post-distribution monitoring and after action reviews for key activities.
  • Continuous improvement of activities will be expected based on this information.
  • Prepare and submit timely weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports that will be indicative of program progress during implementation.
  • Respond to queries if and when necessary.
  • Maintain proper filing system with activity reports, attendance lists and pictures.
  • Collaboration/Networking
  • Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps Uganda and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
  • Organizational Learning: As part of Mercy Corps Uganda’s commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit the program as well as
    themselves.
  • Any other related duties assigned

    Knowledge and Experience
  • Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree preferred in relevant field: social sciences, agriculture, market development, economics.
  • Background in humanitarian response activities preferred.
  • Strong community mobilization skills a must.
  • Good writing, communication, organization, prioritization and negotiating skills.
  • Good (English) verbal and written communication skills preferred.
  • Computer literacy with a full knowledge of office applications.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
  • Excellent teamwork abilities and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated flexibility, creativity and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to learn and to be continually adaptive within a dynamic and often self-directed working environment mandatory.
  • Proactive, problem-solving action orientation is essential.
  • Able to drive a motorbike safely, valid license.
  • Speaking a local language is preferable.

    Success Factors
  • The ideal candidate will have the ability and curiosity to work comfortably and effectively in the cultural, relatively poor infrastructure of West Nile.
  • S/he will be an excellent communicator, have a strong sense of humor, multi-tasker, and able to work difficult and often stressful environments.
  • S/he will be committed to the work of Mercy Corps and the objectives of this program.
  • They will demonstrate their dedication with a strong work ethic, attention to detail and creative problem solving.

    How to Apply:
  • Submit your application through email to ug-mcjobs@mercycorps.org addressed to the Human Resource Director, Mercy Corps Uganda.
  • Include a cover letter clearly stating your salary requirements, CV (with 3 referees), and copies of academic qualifications/certificates.
  • Deadline for Submission: Close of business on Thursday, 31st January, 2019.
  • Subject of email should include the position you are applying for. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by Mercy Corps.
  • Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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