Programme Manager,HIV/AIDS Job Vacancy

Job Title:Programme Manager,HIV/AIDS
Academic back ground, Experience and Person Specifications;
• Aminimum of Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Education, Development Studies, Emergency and Disaster Management, Conflict Resolution or a relevant field. Graduate or post-graduate training in project planning and management, monitoring and evaluation, community development and research or related field is an added advantage
A minimum of 8 years relevant working experience with at least 3 years at management level in an international NGO. Experience in H!V and AIDS programming Thorough understanding and demonstrated commitment to child rights issues, and the direct link between children's rights and laws and policies of government. Commitment to gender equity, child rights, community empow¬erment, and grassroots development approaches
• Working knowledge of programming and policy development.
• Understanding of national government policies on conflict and disaster and how to contribute to their development with politi¬cal analysis skills, sensitivity and diplomacy.
• A professional progression towards increasing technical responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of the partnership and children in Uganda
• Strong financial, planning and budget management skills and experience
• Strategic management skills
• People management skills - team building
• Planning and organising skills
• Effective interpersonal Skills-oral and written communication skills
• Computer literacy skills - MS Office applications, word, excel,
• PowerPoint, Spreadsheets
• Policy development and analytical skills
• Facilitation and presentation skills
• Strong documentation and advocacy skills
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Application information;
Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 independent referees, and copies of academic testimonials/certificates should be submitted to

Director Human Resources and Administration
Save the Children in Uganda
Plot 68/70. Kiira Road
PO Box 12018 Kampala

Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org

Closing Date: 30th November 2010

Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Job and Employment at Save the Children Uganda

Job title: Project Coordinator

Duty Station; Moroto
The Project Coordinator will work under the direct control and supervision of the Technical Manager, Food Security/Livelihoods and DRR,

Job Purpose:
• The Project Coordinator will take full responsibility of coordinating effective implementation, monitoring and support of the project
• Ensure proper coordination/collaboration and with all implementing partners and stakeholders.

Academic back ground, Experience and Person Specifications;
• A minimum of a Bachelors' Degree in veterinary medicine or animal husbandry.
• A master's degree with veterinary medicine or animal husbandry preferred.
• At least 4 years field experience/working within pastoral areas, Experience in project cycle management (including monitoring, evaluation),
• Knowledge and skills in climatic change adaptation, planning alongside drought cycle model and dry land livelihoods Ability to network and collaborate with partners at all levels.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and willing to work in conflict affected areas.
• Strong financial, planning and budget management skills and experience.
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Application information;
Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 independent referees, and copies of academic testimonials/certificates should be submitted to

Director Human Resources and Administration
Save the Children in Uganda
Plot 68/70. Kiira Road
PO Box 12018 Kampala

Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org

Closing Date: 30th November 2010

Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Jobs Vacancies in NGOs in Uganda

Job Title: Project Officer
Duty Station; Nakapiripirit
The Project Officer will work under the direct control and supervision of the Project Coordinator.

Job Purpose:
• Provide technical support in developing a comprehensive com¬munity based disaster risk reduction management plan.
• Support implementing partners and SCiUG field staff in the, implementation of a comprehensive community based disaster risk reduction management plan in all the areas of project operation.

Academic back ground, Experience and Person Specifications;
A bachelor's degree in a livelihoods related discipline with two years experience in a pastoral setting.
• Hands on experience in implementing disaster risk reduction programmes.
•Knowledge and skills in climatic change adaptation, planning alongside drought cycle model and dry land livelihoods. Should be having extensive knowledge and experience in the application of participatory tools and methodologies in programming.
•Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) and ability to communicate fluently in the local language desired (Ngakarimojong)
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Application information;
Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 independent referees, and copies of academic testimonials/certificates should be submitted to

Director Human Resources and Administration
Save the Children in Uganda
Plot 68/70. Kiira Road
PO Box 12018 Kampala

Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org

Closing Date: 30th November 2010

Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Jobs at Save the Children- APSF Officer

Job title: APSF Officer

Duty Station; Kotido/Kaabong
The APFS Officer will work under the direct control and supervision of the Project Coordinator.

Job Purpose:
•Provide technical support to the APFS for both SCiUG and KDDS and Happy cow.
•Supervise and support the implementation of Community man¬aged disaster risk reduction plans and innovations for increased milk availability and access for children within the APFS and women groups.

Academic background, Experience and Person Specifications;
•A bachelor's degree in agriculture or veterinary medicine with methodology.
•Knowledge and skills in climatic change adaptation, planning alongside drought cycle model and dry land livelihoods. Should have extensive knowledge and experience in the ap¬plication of participatory tools and methodologies in program¬ming.
•Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) and ability to communicate fluently in the local language desired (Ngakarimojong)
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Application information;
Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 independent referees, and copies of academic testimonials/certificates should be submitted to

Director Human Resources and Administration
Save the Children in Uganda
Plot 68/70. Kiira Road
PO Box 12018 Kampala

Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org

Closing Date: 30th November 2010

Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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APFS Assistants Jobs vacancies- Save the Children

Position: APFS Assistants
Hands on experience in implementing the farmer field school
Duty Station; Based in Sub-counties

The APFS Assistants will work under direct control and supervision
The APFS Assistants will work under the Project Coordinator.

Job Purpose:
•Supervise the activities of the APFS facilitators as they carry out their duties.
•Provide technical back up on agriculture, livestock and liveli¬hoods to the APFS facilitators in each of the sub-counties of operation.

Academic back ground, Experience and Person Specifications;
•A minimum of a diploma in agriculture, or animal husbandry.
•At least 1 year in support to community based livelihoods programmes
•Fluency in English and the local Ngakarimojong language required.
•Innovative and creative, if possible with NGO background.
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) and ability to communicate fluently in the local language desired (Ngakari¬mojong)
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Application information;
Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 independent referees, and copies of academic testimonials/certificates should be submitted to

Director Human Resources and Administration
Save the Children in Uganda
Plot 68/70. Kiira Road
PO Box 12018 Kampala

Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org

Closing Date: 30th November 2010

Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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