Country: Uganda
Closing date: 25 Nov 2016
Uganda is currently hosting the third largest refugee population in Africa and with the ongoing conflict in South Sudan more people are seeking refuge in Uganda every day. After the most recent outbreak of violence in early July 2016 over 70.000 people have crossed the border, a number likely to double until the end of this year.
Malteser International has been working in Uganda since 1996, with projects in several regions of the country. In Northern Uganda and more specifically in the West Nile region, MI is active in the WASH sector in Rhino Camp for improving the lives of both the host population as well as the refugee population.
For its work in Bidibidi/Yumbe, and Arua, Uganda, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Project Assistant (national position).
The Project Assistant supports the program coordination in the implementation of project activities as outlined in logframes as well as with the administrative, financial and logistical matters in relation to project management.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and technically monitor the implementation of project activities according to objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget
- Ensure regular and proper project documentation and reporting according to donor and Malteser standards, rules and regulations (interim and final reports, monthly reports) in close coordination with the program coordination
- Ensure the sound financial management (review, compliance of budget), administration and logistics (timely preparation, approval and quality control of all procurements) of the project
- Evaluation and supervision of project personnel in close coordination with the program coordination
- Initiation of construction measures (e.g. tender) and regular supervision visits to construction sites
- Supervision and planning of technical support activities within the project
- Represent Malteser International towards local authorities, partners, and donors and participate in cluster meetings (WASH) in close coordination with program coordination
Qualifications:
- At least 3 years of proven experience in project management, preferably in the WASH sector
- Working experience in Northern Uganda would be an asset
- Good organizational skills, flexibility, diplomatic and negotiation skill
- Sensitivity for other cultures
- Fluency in English (written and spoken), local languages an asset (Lugbara, Kakwa, Arabic, Aringa)
Conditions:
- Starting date: as soon as possible
- Duty station: Yumbe / Arua, West Nile Region, Uganda
- Duration of contract: up to 12 months
- Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package
- Please note that this is an unaccompanied position
- Kindly note that this a national position with a local contract
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at https://goo.gl/0NVYU9 .
Kindly submit your application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references) until November 25th, 2016.
Please note, this position is subject to final approval by the donor.