ZOA Senior Project Officer Jobs in Uganda
ZOA Senior Project Officer Jobs in Uganda
About ZOA ZOA is an international NGO that inspired by Christian identity and biblical message of reconciliation and restoration of a broken world with its headquarters in the Netherlands. ZOA operate in fifteen countries on and on three continents. At ZOA we provide relief to people affected by conflict or natural disasters, contribute to a new perspective of hope in which people work together for a promising future in dignity and mutual trust. Together with the affected communities we work on the recovery of their livelihoods.
In Uganda, ZOA has offices in Kampala, West Nile (Arua), Acholi (Nwoya), and Karamoja (Amudat). ZOA Uganda works both in relief and recovery on the themes of food security & livelihoods, WASH, primary/accelerated/vocational education, and conflict management with a special focus on land security.
About the position **
The Senior Project Officer, with support from the Project manager-education, is responsible for the day to day planning, and implementation of activities under specific ZOA project(s) assigned to him/her.
Project(s) Specific
The Senior Project Officer( Embrace-Education project ) will be directly involved in the implementation of project activities, especially supporting community awareness, raising/sensitization at district, sub-county and village levels with focus on promoting access,retentiojn and completion of primary education
Major Activities
Tasks, Responsibilities, Results **
General
Implements project activities in line with the workplan to achieve optimal project outputs and outcomes in line with ZOA/donor procedures and targets;
Supports possible community volunteers in day to day implementation;
Accounts timely for executed project activities in line with and according to relevant ZOA policies and guidelines;
Ensures project outputs are consistent with project proposals, log frames and in line with quality standards and country policies;
Oversees and ensures implementation is in line with standards and policies of both ZOA and government of Uganda;
Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in line with the project.
Reporting
Provide inputs to implementation plans and activity/monthly reports;
Identify, document lessons learned and best practices;
Prepare and submit well written success stories;
Contribute to project reports or implementation plans as required by supervisor;
Collect monitoring data according to ZOA’s systems and activities
in the project;
Actively participate in (technical) working groups and coordination meetings.
Competencies
Knowledge & Experience:
Degree or Diploma in Law, Development Studies, Education, Social Sciences, SWASA and any related fields.
At least 2 – 3 years of successful experience in a similar position implementing related projects with an International Organization
Excellent facilitation, communication skills and writing ability;
Understanding of the local context, culture, and language(s);
Experience with implementing projects funded by institutional donors is an added advantage;
Proven experience working in Northern Uganda .
Having worked in a project in collaboration with a partner is an added advantage;
Excellent spoken and written command of English.
Skills:
Good communication, writing and facilitation skills;
Innovative, creative and enthusiastic;
Good computer skills: Ms Excel and Ms Word;
Self-motivator, able to work with limited supervision;
Ability to ride a motorcycle with valid driving/riding license is a MUST.
Attitude:
Flexibility and adaptability;
Interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitivity;
Able to work under pressures and meet deadlines;
Able to work in a sometimes fluid and innovative environment;
Aims to integrate and reflect Christian values in relief and rehabilitation work.
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested candidates with the required qualification, experience, knowledge, skills, and attitude should send their applications to
ugandavacancies@zoa.ngo. Applications should only include the following: cover letter and an updated CV (with three professional referees) of which two must be 2 professional references, including your supervisor and the most recent/previous employer, and 1 character reference could be your pastor or priest.
Deadline: 3rd October, 2020. Indicate only “Application Senior Project Officer - Amudat” on the subject line. Qualified female candidates and or individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.**
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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