Jobs at AMICAALL Uganda Programme

Job Title: Programme Coordinator

AMICAALL Uganda Chapter is part of the Global Alliance of Mayors and Municipal Leaders on HIV/ AIDS in Africa formed under the auspices of UNAIDS and UNDP. The overall goal of the Alliance is to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS and to mitigate the social and economic impact of the epidemic on urban and peri-urban communities in Africa.

AMICAALL Uganda Chapter was launched in November 2001 and subsequently, AMICAALL Uganda National plan of action was developed. AMICAALL Secretariat was established in Kampala to provide technical support, management and overall coordination of the Alliance Programme in the country. The Coordination Office also serves as the Secretariat to Alliance Executive Council and AMICAALL Technical and Advisory Committee.

AMICAALL Uganda Programme with the support of Irish Aid is going to begin implementation of a three (3) year Project “Strengthening Local Government Sector HIV Response in Karamoja”.

AMICAALL is therefore inviting applications from interested candidates for the under listed posts based in Karamoja

Programme Coordinator

Will work on a one year renewable contract over the three years project life time.

Key roles

* Lead the implementation of project activities Provides administrative support to AMICAALL Uganda Programme
* Ensure that periodic programmatic reports are compiled and submitted in a timely manner Assist in drafting technical papers including, project proposals, Terms of Reference, guidelines, concepts, manuals, reports, studies, etc
* Liaise with donors, development partners and other key stakeholders to identify opportunities for coordination and collaboration and pro- actively seek out new funding opportunities
* Review incoming proposals from Alliance member urban authorities for development criteria and donor compliance, programmatic and narrative quality and identify sources of funding
* Organize ana attend regularly scheduled Alliance Executive Council and AMICAALL Technical and Advisory Committee meetings.
* Liaise with Town Clerks and AMICAALL local coordinators, to receive, consider – and act upon the requests, needs or” reports of the implementing urban councils.
* Provide technical guidance on implementation of various projects implemented under AMICAALL Uganda Programme
* Participate and represent AMICAALL in HIV/ AIDS related conferences, meetings and Seminars.
* Assist in mobilization of AMICAALL annual subscription from Alliance members
* Any other task related to AMICAALL as assigned by the National Coordinator.

Requirement:

Qualifications:

* A University degree in related field from a recognized University and at least 3 years of experience in program design and implementation.
* Postgraduate qualifications in relevant field will be an added advantage.
* The candidate must have successful program development experience and proven ability in program identification and planning.

Requirements /Experience:

* Experience working with Public Sector/National NGO involved in HIV/AIDS work and familiarity with donor-funded projects Strong experience and understanding of HIV/ AIDS care and support, and programmes that are designed to expand mitigation
* Experience in design, administration, management and implementation of projects is highly desirable
* Demonstrated ability in strategic planning and project management
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, analytical skills and highly skilled discretion
* Ability to plan, organize and implement multiple tasks, and problem-solve.
* Contribute to the development of organizational procedures, policies and systems of AMICAALL Strong interpersonal skills.
* Work with all levels of management.
* Team-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks.


How to apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter specifying their interst and qualifications for the position they are applying for and a cv to the address below addressed to the country Director,

AMICAALL Uganda Programme Ntinda – Ministers Village Plot 5, Matyrs road P.O Box 26323, Kampala – Uganda 4-256 414 341340, Email: amicaall@utlonline.co.uff,

okelloj@amicaalluganda.org

Deadline:22nd January 2012