Planning & Resource Mobilization Specialist Jobs at Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU)

Job Title:   Planning & Resource Mobilization Specialist
Number of Vacancies:     One (1)
Reports To:     Secretary General
Duty Station:     Kampala
Closing Date:
    11th January, 2013 at 4:30pm

Key Role:
To develop and implement a resource mobilization strategy and related plan of action for all the IRCU programs as per the strategic plan.


Key results areas:

    Develop and implement resource mobilization strategies according to IRCU’s vision, mission and philosophy
    Identify and exploit all possible means of resource mobilization, plan and negotiate partnership agreement with donors.
    Build capacity of IRCU staff in resource mobilization and planning
    Prepare and present regular reports to keep the leadership team abreast of the latest developments and progress in the area of resource mobilization.
    Provide technical guidance for IRCU’s programme implementation
    Coordinate secretariat planning and implementation of IRCU’s strategic objectives.
    Monitor and evaluate the Secretariat’s Resource mobilization and planning function
    Network with international and local stakeholders to promote the IRCU’s lobbying and advocacy.

Qualifications and Experience

    University degree in Marketing, Communication, Fundraising, Business Administration or related discipline
    A higher degree in relevant studies (such as Social Sciences, Economics,
    Development Studies, Political Science, International Studies and other related studies).
    Minimum 5 years' experience related to the above duties and responsibilities
    Experience with a proven track record in resource mobilization work,
    Proposal development and program design.
    Experience working with Faith-based organizations is highly advantageous

Person Specifications

    Good knowledge & skill in fund raising mechanisms and resource mobilization activities
    Superior knowledge of best practices in international donor relations and fundraising
    Strong analytical skills
    Strong oral and written communications skills (both technical and diplomatic writing)
    Ability to build and manage strong working relationships and foster open communications among diverse stakeholders
    Ability to prioritize workload and demonstrate outcomes.
    Ability to be flexible in responding to changing work priorities
    Ability to work in multicultural and religious settings.
    Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other international languages is desirable
    Experience developing and implementing marketing strategies a benefit
    Proven negotiation, strategic planning and execution skills
    Proven ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously and to perform under pressure.
    Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize.
    A team player, with proven performance in a multi-cultural and multidisciplinary environment
    Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

How to apply:

Each candidate for the posts above is required to submit his/her application letter (only in hard copy) with certified copies of his/her academic certificates/transcripts and a letter of recommendation from his/her leader of Church/Mosque/ place of worship not later than 11th January, 2013 at 4:30pm to the address below:

The Human Resource & Administration Manager

Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU)

Namirembe Hill Plot 884, Centenary Road

P. O. Box 7502

KAMPALA


Deadline: 11th January, 2013