Project Coordinator, Integrated Programmes Job Vacancy at Save the Children

Job Title: Project Coordinator, Integrated Programmes

Duty Station: Amudat
The Project Coordinator, Integrated will work under the direct control and supervision of the DCR Consortium Manager.

Job Purpose:
Take overall responsibility of project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and reporting on the education and livelihood projects under the DCR MFS II Grant.


Job requirement

Academic back ground, Experience and Person Specifications;
• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Management, Business
Administration, Education, Agriculture or Social Science, Development Studies or related field, or equivalent accrued working experience. A minimum of three years working experience in Child Survival, Maternal and Child Health, [Non-formal] Education, Livelihoods and development-related programming in Uganda (preferably with an International HGO). Experience in mobilizing community structures to improve livelihoods, food security and Disaster Risk Reduction. Skills and experience in Integrated Program delivery covering the themes of Health, Education and Livelihood Thorough understanding of child rights issues, national poverty alleviation strategies as well as current national and international trends in global poverty and development.
Specific familiarity with child rights issues in the NGO world or work. Strong financial, planning and budget management skills and
• Effective interpersonal skills - oral and written communication skills
• Facilitation and presentation skills
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Computer literacy skills: Microsoft office especially word, spreadsheet, Access and other relevant software.
• Knowledge and experience of working in Karamoja and specifically in Amudat is an added advantage
• Ability to speak Pokot and Ngakarimojong is an additional requirement


How to apply

Application information;
Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 independent referees, and copies, of academic testimonials/ certificates should be submitted to;

The Head of Human Resources and Administration
Save the Children in Uganda
Plot 68/70, Kiira Road,
P.0. Box 12018,
Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org
Closing Date: 07th March 2011

Save the children is an equal opportunity employer, female staff are encouraged to apply.