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WWF Project Manager Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs

WWF Project Manager Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

WWF Uganda looking for “Project Manager”.

Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before June 20, 2023.

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an international non-governmental organization founded in 1961 that works in the field of wilderness preservation and the reduction of human impact on the environment. It was formerly named the World Wildlife Fund, which remains its official name in Canada and the United States.

WWF Project Manager Jobs 2023

The WWF has published a job vacancy announcement on June 12, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Project Manager to be based in Kampala, Uganda.

Recruiter World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
Position Project Manager
Location Kampala, Uganda
Country Uganda
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification University Degree
Experience Required Minimum Eight years
Application Deadline June 20, 2023

WWF Job Vacancy 2023

Responsibilities

  • Ensure effective and efficient management, coordination and implementation of the Climate Adaptation and Protected Area (CAPA) Initiative.
  • Lead/oversee the development and compilation of project implementation plans (PIPs), Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) strategy, project milestones, budgets and reports
  • Tracking progress and supporting in-country implementation of activities
  • Coordination of local partners and stakeholders including subgrantees, protected areas managers, local governments and local communities
  • Leading and supporting in-country outreach and communication activities.
  • Identification, engagement and coordination of local consultants and grantees working within existing WWF policies and guidelines.
  • Lead preparation of narrative and financial reports for submission to the funder in collaboration with relevant staff from UCO and other WWF offices
  • Contribute to the implementation of CAPA’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Framework, including facilitating the implementation and coordination of MEL activities, such as data collections and trainings, with close support of IISD’s MEL Expert.
  • Provide updates internally and externally about project progress, potential barriers, and proposed solutions through regular in person/virtual meetings
  • Responsible for coordination of in country project governance structures such as project technical advisory teams, steering committees
  • Participate in the planning and organization of in-country meetings, workshops, programs and other initiatives hosted or facilitated by the Initiative
  • Work with the communication team to prepare website and social media content related to the CAPA initiative in Uganda
  • Participate in the regional and global cross-site learning events

Position in Organization:

  • Position: Project Manager
  • Type of Contract – Fixed term
  • Location: – Kasese, with frequent travel in the GVL and occasionally to Kampala Office
  • Reporting: Energy Climate and Extractives Coordinator with a dotted line to the Greater Virunga Landscape Coordinator

Qualification:

  • A Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Natural Sciences (e.g., geography, sociology, economics, ecology). A Masters degree is preferred.
  • Relevant knowledge and experience in planning, designing, management and/or implementation of Nature Based Solutions (NbS) for climate resilience, water quality and other ecosystem services.
  • A minimum of 8 years experience with at least 3 years at project management level in natural resources management programs with preferred focus on nature-based solutions, protected areas management, climate change adaptation/ mitigation, and/or conservation.
  • Experience developing and managing workplans, budgets and reporting for large bi-lateral and or multi-lateral donors.
  • Demonstrated ability to undertake baselines and ensure effective application and implementation of project Monitoring, Evaluation, Adaptation and Learning (MEAL) frameworks
  • Knowledge of relevant computer applications, softwares and team working platforms such as MS Teams, SharePoint, Zoom, Google Docs etc.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment

Required Skills and Competencies

  • A team player with strong inter-personal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Strong ability to establish prioritize, work within tight timelines and multi-task. Able to work under minimal supervision with high level of resilience and strong oral and written communication skills in English. Identifies and aligns with the core values of WWF: Courage, Integrity, Respect & Collaboration.

How to Apply WWF Project Manager Jobs 2023

Email an application cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three (3) referees plus copies of academic qualifications (sent as one PDF document) clearly indicating “Project Manager, CAPA Initiative” in the subject line to: recruitment@wwfuganda.org

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline for applications: Tuesday June 20th, 2023

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