Massive Recruitment at StrongMinds
JOB DETAILS:
About StrongMinds Uganda
StrongMinds Uganda (SMU), is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (Registration No.S.5914/11746) situated at Plot 30, Luthuli Rise Bugolobi, PO Box 35874, Kampala, Uganda. SMU’s mandate is to improve the mental health of women in Uganda by implementing a simple, evidence-based, and cost-efficient model of group talk therapy, based on group interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT-G). SMU has field presence in Lamwo, Kotido, Mbale, Wakiso, Mayuge, Mbarara, Mukono, Kampala, and Iganga. SMU services can also be accessed virtually via *252# and select option 10 for free counseling over the phone.
Position Description: Software Engineer
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, highly motivated, collaborative, and empowering software engineer. The position supports the Digital Platforms Manager in delivering the strategic growth of SMU’s Technology function by contributing to the development of IT systems and processes and implementing SMU’s Information Technology framework/strategy. S/he will work closely with the entire engineering and IT team, building mental the healthcare industry-leading, robust, and innovative software solutions that are fit for purpose.
Responsibilities:
1. Define software requirements and create high-level architectural specifications, ensuring feasibility, functionality and integration with existing systems/platforms.
2. Develop software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying system(s) flow(s), data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle.
3. Responsible for the initial design and development of new software.
4. Recommend engineering approaches to building and delivering the systems and optimize relationships with both external and internal disciplines including business analysis, business change management and software test teams.
5. Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.
6. Documenting and demonstrating solutions with flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
7. Support staff IT needs when needed.
8. Participate in all department and organization meetings and/or training(s).
Essential Experience
1. Working experience developing and deployment of robust and efficient software.
2. Working experience of documenting software requirements, logical and physical designs in readable and understandable representation.
3. Working experience of the software paradigm and software development life cycle.
4. Working experience with one or more of Python/Java/Go-lang/PHP/Node/Elixir/Ruby backend programming languages.
5. Working experience with CD and CI tools and systems.
6. Working experience with one or more of HTML/Javascript/React frontend programming languages.
7. Working experience with robust APIs.
8. Working experience of database management languages and systems i.e., SQL, PostgreSQL etc.
9. Working knowledge with computer networks, network administration, and network installation.
10. Working knowledge managing computer hardware, cabling installation and support, wireless technology applications and interface, and IT security.
11. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
12. Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
13. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
14. Flexible working hours.
Education
1. BSc/BA in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant field.
2. 3+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer/Developer or a technology related role.
The successful Software Engineer will also be expected to embrace and role model the core values of StrongMinds:
a. We are people focused.
b. We think big and act fast.
c. We are data driven.
d. We do what we say and say what we do.
As part of a rapidly growing NGO, this role has the potential for advancement. As a candidate, you must be smart, innovative, aggressive, and extremely ambitious.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate
Job Type: Short-Term Contract (6 months)
Schedule: Self-directed as based on deadlines and delivery expectations
COVID-19 considerations: StrongMinds strictly adheres to all CDC guidelines for Covid-19 protection.
Volunteer Coordinator job at StrongMinds
JOB DETAILS:
About StrongMinds Uganda
StrongMinds Uganda (SMU), is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (Registration No.S.5914/11746) situated at Plot 30, Luthuli Rise Bugolobi, PO Box 35874, Kampala, Uganda. SMU’s mandate is to improve the mental health of women in Uganda by implementing a simple, evidence-based, and cost-efficient model of group talk therapy, based on group interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT-G). SMU has field presence in Lamwo, Kotido, Mbale, Wakiso, Mayuge, Mbarara, Mukono, Kampala, and Iganga. SMU services can also be accessed virtually via *252# and select option 10 for free counseling over the phone.
Position Description: Volunteer Coordinator
We are a volunteer-led Organization and volunteers are at the heart of our work, enabling us to deliver our mission and vision. As we work on treating more clients, we plan to utilize more volunteers, and it is essential to have a coordinated and proactive approach to volunteer resource management that is aligned with our strategy and ambitions. An integrated Volunteer advisory committee will be formed, and it is for this that we seek to recruit a “Volunteer Coordinator” to amplify our volunteering space.
Responsibilities:
1. To provide strategic direction and expertise in the development and engagement of volunteers across the organization and promote effective working relationships between staff and volunteers.
2. Collaborate with the World Board’s Volunteer Resources Committee to ensure alignment with the Framework for Volunteer Engagement as we establish new ways of work for volunteers in StrongMinds.
3. Ensures that the volunteer life cycle is compliant with StrongMinds policies, consistent with the StrongMinds volunteer engagement framework, is aligned with our strategy and sets operational priorities.
4. Empower StrongMinds to achieve excellence in volunteer recruitment, retention, and development.
5. Supports the establishment of all aspects of the management of operational volunteers.
6. Be responsible for supporting line managers (volunteers and staff) in the management of volunteers in StrongMinds.
7. Ensure proper management of volunteer data for records, analysis, and reporting.
8. Contribute to considering, review, developing and maintain volunteer policies and procedures to ensure that we keep abreast of best practice.
9. Design the ideal delivery team and identify the required profiles of the team members.
10. Set the standards and working plans for your team and ensure volunteers know who is overseeing their work and have clearly defined responsibilities and deliverables.
Essential Attributes
1. A positive, collaborative, and can-do attitude is required to serve and lead in this high-skilled volunteer role.
2. Specialist / professional knowledge and experience in volunteer management and HR matters in voluntary organizations.
3. Experience in writing policies and Standard Operating procedures.
4. Experience (paid or unpaid) of managing or coordinating projects and volunteers.
5. Good organizational skills and the ability to manage a variety of tasks.
6. Administrative and IT skills, and an ability to maintain records.
7. Capability to produce clear written and oral reports.
8. Ability to deal with information in a confidential manner and respond with sensitivity.
9. Flexibility, creativity, ability to think out of the box.
10. Capacity to inspire, influence and motivate others.
11. Mentoring skills to a diverse and remote team.
12. Experience of working across different teams and developing links with other groups.
13. Can work effectively and flexibly in a highly diverse environment.
14. Experience in international/multilingual setting.
Education
Although this area of work is generally open to all graduates, a degree in the following subjects may increase your chances:
1. Human resource management.
2. Social work.
3. Youth and community work.
4. Community Organizing.
Experience
1. At least 5 years of progressive experience in community organizing, volunteer coordination, and engagement.
2. Experience in civil society work and civic engagement.
3. Experience in managing and coordinating projects, initiatives, and volunteers (paid or unpaid).
4. Experience in participatory leadership approach.
5. Experience in recruiting volunteers through various channels.
The successful Volunteer Coordinator will also be expected to embrace and role model the core values of StrongMinds:
1. We are people focused.
2. We think big and act fast.
3. We are data driven.
4. We do what we say and say what we do.
As part of a rapidly growing NGO, this role has the potential for advancement. Smart, aggressive, and ambitious candidates are encouraged to apply.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate
COVID-19 considerations:
StrongMinds strictly adheres to all CDC guidelines for Covid-19 protection.
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Executive Assistant job at StrongMinds
JOB DETAILS:
About StrongMinds Uganda
StrongMinds Uganda (SMU), is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (Registration No.S.5914/11746) situated at Plot 30, Luthuli Rise Bugolobi, PO Box 35874, Kampala, Uganda. SMU’s mandate is to improve the mental health of women in Uganda by implementing a simple, evidence-based, and cost-efficient model of group talk therapy, based on group interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT-G). SMU has field presence in Lamwo, Kotido, Mbale, Wakiso, Mayuge, Mbarara, Mukono, Kampala, and Iganga. SMU services can also be accessed virtually via *252# and select option 10 for free counseling over the phone.
Position Description: Executive Assistant
The Executive Assistant provides executive support to the Country Director and serves as a liaison to the Board of Directors and Senior Management Team. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on all matters pertaining to the office of the Director. The Executive Assistant must be innovative and be able to multi- task within an entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results driven and community orientated. The ideal candidate will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.
The Executive Assistant is required to work independently and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Responsibilities
Executive Support
1. Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the Country Director including: managing an extremely active organizational calendar of events, identifying opportunities & generating ideas to ensure strategic messages are delivered at all events involving the CD and supporting the CD to monitor activity implementation and reporting. Actively contribute to overall communications/events calendar,.
2. Plans, coordinates and ensures the Director’s schedule is followed and respected; this includes scheduling appointments (both in person and Online); composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings; proactively keeps the CD informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, as well as following up appropriately;
3. Initiates and conducts a periodic scan of SMU’s operating environment keeping a breast with political, economic and social factors that may have a direct or indirect impact on our work reporting these as soon as they are realized for action of the CD and SMU Leadership team.
4. Conducts background research on potential opportunities (partnerships, government directives, funding opportunities in partnership with members of the SMU LT, COO team and the Development Department) presenting these to the CD for further analysis.
5. Communicates directly, and on behalf of the Country Director, with Board, donors, partners, staff and others on matters related to the Director’s programmatic activities;
6. Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the Director’s office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff; May also support work flow between departments, implementing partners and external audiences to the right persons within the organization.
7. Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgment letters, personal correspondence, drafting papers, presentations and other tasks that facilitate the Director’s ability to effectively lead the organization;
8. Prioritizing conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows- through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures; and
9. Lead the process of development and implementation of the Country Director’s Office budget
10. Manages the Director’s online presence , e.g., social media accounts, twitter feeds etc.
11. Ensure the maintenance of a proper filing and records keeping system (both electronic and paper) for minutes of Country Directors meetings and other related documents relevant to the business continuity of the organization. The filing system should facilitate easy storage and retrieval of information but also ensure the safety of confidential information.
12. Ensure availability of required office supplies, stationery, equipment etc. through the effective management of inventories for the smooth running of the office.
13. Ensure that the ambiance in the Country Director’s office is well maintained and depicts the good organizational image
Board Support and Liaison
1. Serves as the Director’s administrative liaison to the StrongMinds Uganda Board of Directors.
2. Provide administrative assistance for Board meetings, including travel, venue logistics, maintain a proper filing (electronic and paper) and distribution of Board papers/ documents.
3. In liaison with the Board secretary, prepare agendas and minutes of all Board and Board committee meetings, ensuring that action lists are availed and followed up by relevant persons in a timely fashion
4. Prepare minutes and action points of the relevant meetings coordinated through the Country Director’s office.
5. Maintains discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all board members.
6. Adheres to compliance with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws regarding board and board committee matters, including advance distribution of materials before meetings in electronic/paper format.
Senior Management Liaison
1. Participates as an adjunct member of the Leadership Team including assisting in scheduling meetings, attending all meetings, and taking minutes
2. Assists in coordinating the agenda of senior management team meetings and off-sites, and all staff meetings.
Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills
1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Mass Communication, Public
Administration, or a related field required.
1. 5-10 years of experience in supporting executives, preferably in an international non- profit organization.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office (outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and social media.
3. Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
4. Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners, and donors.
5. Expert level written and verbal communication skills.
6. Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
7. Emotional maturity.
8. Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to be extremely effective independently.
9. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrates the highest level of customer/client service and response.
10. Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast- paced environment.
11. Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions.
12. Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
The Executive Assistant will also be expected to model StrongMinds’ core values:
• We are people focused.
• We think big and act fast.
• We are data driven.
• We do what we say and say what we do.
As part of a rapidly growing NGO, this role has the potential for advancement. As a candidate, you must be smart, innovative, aggressive, and extremely ambitious.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate
Job Type: Permanent, with high mobility
Schedule: Hybrid
COVID-19 considerations: StrongMinds strictly adheres to all CDC guidelines for Covid-19 protection.
 Software Engineer job at StrongMinds JOB DETAILS:
About StrongMinds Uganda
StrongMinds Uganda (SMU), is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (Registration No.S.5914/11746) situated at Plot 30, Luthuli Rise Bugolobi, PO Box 35874, Kampala, Uganda. SMU’s mandate is to improve the mental health of women in Uganda by implementing a simple, evidence-based, and cost-efficient model of group talk therapy, based on group interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT-G). SMU has field presence in Lamwo, Kotido, Mbale, Wakiso, Mayuge, Mbarara, Mukono, Kampala, and Iganga. SMU services can also be accessed virtually via *252# and select option 10 for free counseling over the phone.
Position Description: Executive Assistant
The Executive Assistant provides executive support to the Country Director and serves as a liaison to the Board of Directors and Senior Management Team. The Executive Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on all matters pertaining to the office of the Director. The Executive Assistant must be innovative and be able to multi- task within an entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results driven and community orientated. The ideal candidate will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.
The Executive Assistant is required to work independently and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Responsibilities
Executive Support
1. Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the Country Director including: managing an extremely active organizational calendar of events, identifying opportunities & generating ideas to ensure strategic messages are delivered at all events involving the CD and supporting the CD to monitor activity implementation and reporting. Actively contribute to overall communications/events calendar,.
2. Plans, coordinates and ensures the Director’s schedule is followed and respected; this includes scheduling appointments (both in person and Online); composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings; proactively keeps the CD informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, as well as following up appropriately;
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3. Initiates and conducts a periodic scan of SMU’s operating environment keeping a breast with political, economic and social factors that may have a direct or indirect impact on our work reporting these as soon as they are realized for action of the CD and SMU Leadership team.
4. Conducts background research on potential opportunities (partnerships, government directives, funding opportunities in partnership with members of the SMU LT, COO team and the Development Department) presenting these to the CD for further analysis.
5. Communicates directly, and on behalf of the Country Director, with Board, donors, partners, staff and others on matters related to the Director’s programmatic activities;
6. Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the Director’s office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff; May also support work flow between departments, implementing partners and external audiences to the right persons within the organization.
7. Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgment letters, personal correspondence, drafting papers, presentations and other tasks that facilitate the Director’s ability to effectively lead the organization;
8. Prioritizing conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows- through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures; and
9. Lead the process of development and implementation of the Country Director’s Office budget
10. Manages the Director’s online presence , e.g., social media accounts, twitter feeds etc.
11. Ensure the maintenance of a proper filing and records keeping system (both electronic and paper) for minutes of Country Directors meetings and other related documents relevant to the business continuity of the organization. The filing system should facilitate easy storage and retrieval of information but also ensure the safety of confidential information.
12. Ensure availability of required office supplies, stationery, equipment etc. through the effective management of inventories for the smooth running of the office.
13. Ensure that the ambiance in the Country Director’s office is well maintained and depicts the good organizational image
Board Support and Liaison
1. Serves as the Director’s administrative liaison to the StrongMinds Uganda Board of Directors.
2. Provide administrative assistance for Board meetings, including travel, venue logistics, maintain a proper filing (electronic and paper) and distribution of Board papers/ documents.
3. In liaison with the Board secretary, prepare agendas and minutes of all Board and Board committee meetings, ensuring that action lists are availed and followed up by relevant persons in a timely fashion
4. Prepare minutes and action points of the relevant meetings coordinated through the Country Director’s office.
5. Maintains discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all board members.
6. Adheres to compliance with applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws regarding board and board committee matters, including advance distribution of materials before meetings in electronic/paper format.
Senior Management Liaison
1. Participates as an adjunct member of the Leadership Team including assisting in scheduling meetings, attending all meetings, and taking minutes
2. Assists in coordinating the agenda of senior management team meetings and off-sites, and all staff meetings.
Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills
1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Mass Communication, Public
Administration, or a related field required.
1. 5-10 years of experience in supporting executives, preferably in an international non- profit organization.
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office (outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and social media.
3. Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
4. Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, external partners, and donors.
5. Expert level written and verbal communication skills.
6. Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
7. Emotional maturity.
8. Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to be extremely effective independently.
9. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrates the highest level of customer/client service and response.
10. Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast- paced environment.
11. Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions.
12. Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
The Executive Assistant will also be expected to model StrongMinds’ core values:
• We are people focused.
• We think big and act fast.
• We are data driven.
• We do what we say and say what we do.
As part of a rapidly growing NGO, this role has the potential for advancement. As a candidate, you must be smart, innovative, aggressive, and extremely ambitious.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate
Job Type: Permanent, with high mobility
Schedule: Hybrid
COVID-19 considerations: StrongMinds strictly adheres to all CDC guidelines for Covid-19 protection.
JOB DETAILS:
About StrongMinds Uganda
StrongMinds Uganda (SMU), is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (Registration No.S.5914/11746) situated at Plot 30, Luthuli Rise Bugolobi, PO Box 35874, Kampala, Uganda. SMU’s mandate is to improve the mental health of women in Uganda by implementing a simple, evidence-based, and cost-efficient model of group talk therapy, based on group interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT-G). SMU has field presence in Lamwo, Kotido, Mbale, Wakiso, Mayuge, Mbarara, Mukono, Kampala, and Iganga. SMU services can also be accessed virtually via *252# and select option 10 for free counseling over the phone.
Position Description: Software Engineer
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, highly motivated, collaborative, and empowering software engineer. The position supports the Digital Platforms Manager in delivering the strategic growth of SMU’s Technology function by contributing to the development of IT systems and processes and implementing SMU’s Information Technology framework/strategy. S/he will work closely with the entire engineering and IT team, building mental the healthcare industry-leading, robust, and innovative software solutions that are fit for purpose.
Responsibilities:
1. Define software requirements and create high-level architectural specifications, ensuring feasibility, functionality and integration with existing systems/platforms.
2. Develop software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying system(s) flow(s), data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle.
3. Responsible for the initial design and development of new software.
4. Recommend engineering approaches to building and delivering the systems and optimize relationships with both external and internal disciplines including business analysis, business change management and software test teams.
5. Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.
6. Documenting and demonstrating solutions with flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.
7. Support staff IT needs when needed.
8. Participate in all department and organization meetings and/or training(s).
Essential Experience
1. Working experience developing and deployment of robust and efficient software.
2. Working experience of documenting software requirements, logical and physical designs in readable and understandable representation.
3. Working experience of the software paradigm and software development life cycle.
4. Working experience with one or more of Python/Java/Go-lang/PHP/Node/Elixir/Ruby backend programming languages.
5. Working experience with CD and CI tools and systems.
6. Working experience with one or more of HTML/Javascript/React frontend programming languages.
7. Working experience with robust APIs.
8. Working experience of database management languages and systems i.e., SQL, PostgreSQL etc.
9. Working knowledge with computer networks, network administration, and network installation.
10. Working knowledge managing computer hardware, cabling installation and support, wireless technology applications and interface, and IT security.
11. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
12. Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
13. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
14. Flexible working hours.
Education
1. BSc/BA in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant field.
2. 3+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer/Developer or a technology related role.
The successful Software Engineer will also be expected to embrace and role model the core values of StrongMinds:
a. We are people focused.
b. We think big and act fast.
c. We are data driven.
d. We do what we say and say what we do.
As part of a rapidly growing NGO, this role has the potential for advancement. As a candidate, you must be smart, innovative, aggressive, and extremely ambitious.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate
Job Type: Short-Term Contract (6 months)
Schedule: Self-directed as based on deadlines and delivery expectations
COVID-19 considerations: StrongMinds strictly adheres to all CDC guidelines for Covid-19 protection.
Volunteer Coordinator job at StrongMinds
JOB DETAILS:
About StrongMinds Uganda
StrongMinds Uganda (SMU), is a non-profit, non-governmental organization (Registration No.S.5914/11746) situated at Plot 30, Luthuli Rise Bugolobi, PO Box 35874, Kampala, Uganda. SMU’s mandate is to improve the mental health of women in Uganda by implementing a simple, evidence-based, and cost-efficient model of group talk therapy, based on group interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT-G). SMU has field presence in Lamwo, Kotido, Mbale, Wakiso, Mayuge, Mbarara, Mukono, Kampala, and Iganga. SMU services can also be accessed virtually via *252# and select option 10 for free counseling over the phone.
Position Description: Volunteer Coordinator
We are a volunteer-led Organization and volunteers are at the heart of our work, enabling us to deliver our mission and vision. As we work on treating more clients, we plan to utilize more volunteers, and it is essential to have a coordinated and proactive approach to volunteer resource management that is aligned with our strategy and ambitions. An integrated Volunteer advisory committee will be formed, and it is for this that we seek to recruit a “Volunteer Coordinator” to amplify our volunteering space.
Responsibilities:
1. To provide strategic direction and expertise in the development and engagement of volunteers across the organization and promote effective working relationships between staff and volunteers.
2. Collaborate with the World Board’s Volunteer Resources Committee to ensure alignment with the Framework for Volunteer Engagement as we establish new ways of work for volunteers in StrongMinds.
3. Ensures that the volunteer life cycle is compliant with StrongMinds policies, consistent with the StrongMinds volunteer engagement framework, is aligned with our strategy and sets operational priorities.
4. Empower StrongMinds to achieve excellence in volunteer recruitment, retention, and development.
5. Supports the establishment of all aspects of the management of operational volunteers.
6. Be responsible for supporting line managers (volunteers and staff) in the management of volunteers in StrongMinds.
7. Ensure proper management of volunteer data for records, analysis, and reporting.
8. Contribute to considering, review, developing and maintain volunteer policies and procedures to ensure that we keep abreast of best practice.
9. Design the ideal delivery team and identify the required profiles of the team members.
10. Set the standards and working plans for your team and ensure volunteers know who is overseeing their work and have clearly defined responsibilities and deliverables.
Essential Attributes
1. A positive, collaborative, and can-do attitude is required to serve and lead in this high-skilled volunteer role.
2. Specialist / professional knowledge and experience in volunteer management and HR matters in voluntary organizations.
3. Experience in writing policies and Standard Operating procedures.
4. Experience (paid or unpaid) of managing or coordinating projects and volunteers.
5. Good organizational skills and the ability to manage a variety of tasks.
6. Administrative and IT skills, and an ability to maintain records.
7. Capability to produce clear written and oral reports.
8. Ability to deal with information in a confidential manner and respond with sensitivity.
9. Flexibility, creativity, ability to think out of the box.
10. Capacity to inspire, influence and motivate others.
11. Mentoring skills to a diverse and remote team.
12. Experience of working across different teams and developing links with other groups.
13. Can work effectively and flexibly in a highly diverse environment.
14. Experience in international/multilingual setting.
Education
Although this area of work is generally open to all graduates, a degree in the following subjects may increase your chances:
1. Human resource management.
2. Social work.
3. Youth and community work.
4. Community Organizing.
Experience
1. At least 5 years of progressive experience in community organizing, volunteer coordination, and engagement.
2. Experience in civil society work and civic engagement.
3. Experience in managing and coordinating projects, initiatives, and volunteers (paid or unpaid).
4. Experience in participatory leadership approach.
5. Experience in recruiting volunteers through various channels.
The successful Volunteer Coordinator will also be expected to embrace and role model the core values of StrongMinds:
1. We are people focused.
2. We think big and act fast.
3. We are data driven.
4. We do what we say and say what we do.
As part of a rapidly growing NGO, this role has the potential for advancement. Smart, aggressive, and ambitious candidates are encouraged to apply.
Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate
COVID-19 considerations:
StrongMinds strictly adheres to all CDC guidelines for Covid-19 protection.
Job Info
Job Category:
Several Jobs in one Advert jobs in Uganda
Job Type:
Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 31st January 2023
Duty Station: Kampala
Posted:
06-01-2023
No of Jobs:
3
Start Publishing:
06-01-2023
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030):
18-01-2066
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