Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 28, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Title : Volunteers
Department : TBD
Supervisor : Program/Project Manager
Job Type : Regular, Full Time
Country/Location: Uganda
About Catholic Relief Services:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) supporting relief and development work in over 100 countries around the world. CRS carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. CRS’ Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations; serving people on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs.
CRS has worked in Uganda since 1965, initially providing emergency assistance to Sudanese refugees living in the north. Over the years, CRS has expanded its programming to also address development needs in western, central and eastern Uganda. CRS' projects in Uganda currently include agriculture, health, microfinance, peacebuilding and youth. CRS Uganda implements its programs through partnerships with local organizations, including the Catholic Church, other faith-based organizations and community entities for maximum impact and sustainability. CRS Uganda employs around 190 staff and has its main office in Kampala, with sub-offices in Moroto, Yumbe, and Hoima
Job Summary:
As a Volunteer you will be required to work with the Program/Project Manager to deliver a particular set of tasks, that are to be achieved within a particular timeframe. .

Job Roles and Responsibilities:
• Facilitate in focus group discussions in order to get information about a particular area of interest.
• Conduct interviews with Key Informants on a project to provide information for statistical and analytical purpose.
• Data organization; Organize, transcribe and code notes and work closely with the Program/Project Manager to analyze results
• Prepare project/activity narrative reports.
• Contribute to the organization’s visibility at field level.

Personal Skills:
• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members.
• Attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities.
• Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented.
• Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgment

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:
General requirements:
1. Must have a minimum of a certificate or diploma in any field.
2. Basic knowledge of computer and data entry.
3. Have a strong command of the English language and the local language for a district or field area.
4. Must be resident in the respective district
5. Must have computer skills
6. Must be willing to commit sufficient time for organizational activities
7. Prior experience working with an NGO will be an added advantage
Required/Desired Foreign Language:
• English fluency, including excellent oral and written skills, required :
Travel: :
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 70% :
Key Working Relationships: :
Supervisory: N/A :
Internal: All Staff :
External: Implementing partners, vendors, contractors and service providers :
Agency-Wide Competencies (for all CRS staff) :
These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results. :
• Serves with Integrity :
• Models Stewardship :
• Cultivates Constructive Relationships :
• Promotes Learning

Job Education Requirements: Must have a minimum of a certificate or diploma in any field.

Job Exprience Requirements: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE: :
This job description is not an exhaustive list of skills, effort, duties and responsibilities associated with the position.
Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation
By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
NOTE: To apply, please follow these instructions exactly otherwise your application will NOT be considered:
• Email a cover letter and CV only to ug_recruitment@crs.org  by November 3rd, 2020 at 5:00pm.
• Large files and/or scans of documents will lead to rejection of your application, in the subject line of the email, copy and paste – VOLUNTEERKAMPALA only
• All applications that do not contain this exact subject line will be rejected and not read
ONLY SELECTED CANDIDATES THAT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE NOTIFIED. EOE/M/F/D/V

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