2 Project Assistant Jobs at Mercy Corps - Career Opportunity in Uganda
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Vacancy title:
Project Assistants

Jobs at:
Mercy Corps

Deadline of this Job:
31st January 2019  

Duty Station:
WestNile , Uganda , East Africa , 256

Summary
Date Posted: 15th January 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time , Currency: Ush

 

JOB DETAILS:
Mercy Corps exists to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities. Operating in Uganda since 2006, Mercy Corps has field offices in Kitgum, Gulu, Kotido, Moroto, Arua, Yumbe, Amudat and Kaabong and implements programs that cover a wide variety of program sectors including food security, health/nutrition, water/sanitation, peace building, youth, agriculture, and econ development.
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:
Mercy Corps has been present in Uganda since 2006, focusing its interventions on economic and agricultural development, maternal child health and nutrition, governance, conflict management and humanitarian response. In 2017, Mercy Corps had an impact on almost 1 million beneficiaries in Uganda through our work focusing on building resilience and enabling economic growth, improving opportunities to attain better health and nutrition, and improving governance and conflict management. Common themes include community engagement, inclusive development, gender, and working in partnership with local government, the private sector and civil society actors.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
Mercy Corps is looking for qualified candidates to fill the position of Project Assistant for the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace,12-months program on Strengthening Access of Refugees to Renewable Energy. In Uganda’s West Nile Region. The STARRE Program will increase access to and use of off-grid renewable energy products that directly improve the well-being of refugees and host communities in Uganda. Vulnerable female refugees and host community members will access improved cook stoves and solar home kits using vouchers. The program will also partner with private sector renewable energy providers to expand the availability of affordable off-grid renewable energy in refugee settlements. The program will be implemented in 3 refugee settlements in West-Nile district.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Planning, developing and implementing activities
• Introduce program to relevant stakeholders including local business owners, local representatives and community members.
• In coordination with program team and partners, plan, implement and monitor market development activities according to work plan
• Mobilize targeted beneficiaries to fully participate in the program.
• Work together with private sector partner, agents and solar equipment dealers to set up a market network
• Participate in assessments in the target geographic areas to assess current situation, economic opportunities and resources, needs and potential programs as well as challenges.
• Work closely with sub award partners to coordinate all activities that are organized at the Innovation Centers.
• Make almost daily field visits to settlements to ensure good implementation of Market Systems Development activities as well as partners’ activities.
• Collaboration/Networking with partners
• Establish and maintain good coordination and working relationships with sub-county leaders, representing Mercy Corps and soliciting participation in activities where appropriate and as directed.
• Ensure close coordination and sharing of information with relevant stakeholders such as local government, NGOs and local authorities, as appropriate and advised by the line manager.
• Work closely with sub award partners at the innovation centers, share and request for relevant project information
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps Uganda and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• Documentation, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
• Work closely with M&E to capture data for measuring output and impact of the program; and to ensure accurate and timely flow of information from the field.
• Prepare and submit timely weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports and work plans that will be indicative of program progress during implementation. Respond to queries if and when necessary.
• Maintain proper filing system of all activities.
Accountability to Beneficiaries:
BRIDGE team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to direct program participants, engaging them as equal partners in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of our field activities.
Any other related duties assigned
ETHICS AND INTEGRITY:
• All Mercy Corps staff are expected to behave ethically and demonstrate highest integrity in their professional and personal life. Mercy Corps has zero tolerance to any form of fraud, corruption, abuse, harassment or exploitation. Any breach of our policies or misconduct will lead to disciplinary action or may lead to termination.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
• Diploma in Agribusiness, Development, Economic Development, Business Management or a closely related field is required. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience designing, implementing and managing similar initiatives (private sector partnership, economic strengthening, market systems development).
• Experience in market system development is a must.
• Experience in working in refugee settlements is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in English are required.
• Experience in building and maintaining strong/productive relations with implementing and strategic partners is required.
• Strong leadership and proven team building experience is a must.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
• Strong computer literacy with a full knowledge of office applications.
• Willingness to spend much time in the field and work closely with program target groups.
• Knowledge of monitor and evaluation and know how to use it during the project
• Able to ride a motorcycle with a valid license
• Able to speak local language is highly desirable

 

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Job application procedure
Submit your application through email to ug-mcjobs@mercycorps.org addressed to the Human Resource Director, Mercy Corps Uganda. Include a cover letter clearly stating your salary requirements, CV (with 3 referees), and copies of academic qualifications/certificates. Deadline for Submission: Close of business on Thursday, 31st January, 2019. Subject of email should include the position you are applying for. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by Mercy Corps. Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications can also be hand delivered to Mercy Corps Yumbe Field Office located on Plot 1, Diku Village, Chinia Village.

 

Job Info
Job Category: Junior Job/ Fresh Graduate/ Entry Level jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Thursday, 31st January, 2019
Duty Station: Uganda
Posted: 15-01-2019
No of Jobs: 2
Start Publishing: 15-01-2019
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 15-01-2064
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