JRS Country Programmes Officer Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.
JRS Uganda looking for “Country Programmes Officer”.
Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before September 01, 2023.
The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is a ministry of the Society of Jesus, incorporated as an international nongovernmental organization with a mission to accompany, serve, and advocate for the rights of refugees and forcibly displaced people. The organization was founded in November 1980 and now has a presence in 57 countries.
JRS Country Programmes Officer Jobs 2023
The JRS has published a job vacancy announcement on August 25, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Country Programmes Officer to be based in Kampala, Uganda.
| Recruiter | Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) |
| Position | Country Programmes Officer |
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| Country | Uganda |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | University Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Five years |
| Application Deadline | September 01, 2023 |
JRS Job Vacancy 2023
Key Responsibilities:
Coordination of programmes work of JRS at the national level
- With the Country and Project Directors, to be responsible for the planning and evaluation of JRS projects within the country.
- To produce project proposals and adequate monitoring and project reports according to JRS standards (project proposals/reports) and donor-related requirements (funding proposal/reports) in collaboration with the International Programmes Officer.
- To keep track of projects undertaken in the country; and to review project proposals and reports.
- To carry out a frequent project visit to monitor and evaluate the activities so that they are implemented according to the JRS vision and mission, standards and guidelines and the strategic framework.
- To train and update Project Directors in project writing, management, monitoring, and evaluation according to JRS standards and guidelines.
- In consultation with the Country Director, to set methodologies, timetables, and resources for project evaluations, with the Project Directors.
- In consultation with the Country Director, to analyze the needs of the refugees and to suggest new initiatives.
- To contribute to the preparation of plans, proposals, and budgets for project extensions.
- To ensure that JRS applies the conditions and standards documented in the JRS Exit Strategies Guidelines.
Position in Organization:
- Country: Uganda
- City: Kampala
- Source: Jesuit Refugee Service
- Type: Job
- Career category: Program/Project Management
- Years of experience: 5-9 years
- Theme: Coordination
Qualification:
- Master’s degree, preferably in Project Management, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent.
- Postgraduate in Project Planning and Management.
Experience
- Experience (at least 5 years) working with NGOs proposal and reports writing, project evaluation and monitoring.
- Knowledge of and experience with strategic framework, log-frames
- International experience in humanitarian programmes operation is a MUST.
Languages
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Excellent project management skills with experience in managing and supervising administrative projects.
- Possess excellent organizational skills.
- Strong command over written and verbal communication.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
- Good understanding of the organization’s overall business and its objectives.
- Possess good knowledge of planning and strategizing financial and budgeting issues.
- Ability to work within a team and provide support to the junior staff.
- Ability to perform in cross-functional team approach and job responsibilities.
- Experience with basic financial management skills including developing and monitoring budgets and financial reporting.
- A multi-tasker with strong ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and produce quality results on time with attention to detail.
- Proficient in using computers with related knowledge of software programs and Internet.
Core values and ethics
- Good understanding of and compatibility with the values of JRS.
- Very good pastoral sense and listening abilities and communication/inter-personal skills.
- Demonstrated ability and experience of working in a multi-cultural environment with good multicultural sensitivities and in a flexible environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel to the regional country offices, when appropriate, for project monitoring visits and live a simple lifestyle.
How to Apply JRS Country Programmes Officer Jobs 2023
- Written application explaining why you are interested in the above position and how you meet the qualities and qualification criteria.
- Attach a CV with maximum 3 pages. The CV should contain information about your qualifications, relevant trainings, work experience, names and contact details of three (3) professional referees.
- You must send your CV and application as a single pdf file.
- Applications should be sent online to Jesuit Refugee Service Uganda at uga.hr@jrs.net
Note: JRS has a Child Safeguarding (CS) Policy in place and expects all staff to read, sign and adhere to it.
Deadline: September 01, 2023
No late applications will be considered – Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
JRS is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-discrimination policy in place.**
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| Official Website | jrs.net |
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