Mercy Corps Program Manager Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.
Mercy Corps Uganda looking for “Program Manager”.
Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before October 19, 2023.
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Mercy Corps Program Manager Jobs 2023
The Mercy Corps has published a job vacancy announcement on October 10, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Program Manager to be based in Kotido, Uganda.
Recruiter | Mercy Corps |
Position | Program Manager |
Location | Kotido, Uganda |
Country | Uganda |
Total Vacant Post | N/A |
Qualification | University Degree |
Experience Required | Minimum Six years |
Application Deadline | October 19, 2023 |
Mercy Corps Job Vacancy 2023
Essential Job Responsibilities
Essential functions
- Oversee the development of program and staff work plans; Lead the development of detailed implementation plans, flowing from annual strategic work-plans, and ensure program implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems and adaptive management principles to reach desired impacts.
- Act as the main liaison with relevant District government officials and institutions, stakeholders and community members relevant to the Activity;
- Participate in peace and conflict-related coordination meetings and represent Mercy Corps in these meetings;
- Manage all initiatives related to the Activity in Karamoja area as agreed with the Director of Programs and in accordance with approved proposal, budget and timelines;
- Coordinate and share information with the Director of Programs to ensure overall program targets and donor obligations are being achieved;
- Provide direct and ongoing supervision and managerial support to the Activity staff to ensure effective implementation of program activities;
- Recommend promotions, improvement plans, dismissals/terminations in accordance to the Mercy Corps Uganda Personnel Policy and Procedures and the Ugandan Labor Law;
- Identify training needs and opportunities for Karamoja staff to ensure that they have adequate resources to complete program objectives, and to enable learning and growth;
- Visit project sites regularly to provide appropriate technical assistance, monitor and oversee activities;
- Support the Project officers to establish a system to monitor and evaluate program activities and impact on an ongoing basis. Ensure that program monitoring is being done on a regular basis and that adequate monitoring reports are prepared;
- Support the development of partnerships with national and international NGOs, CBOs and other agencies involved in Conflict Management initiatives and other Mercy Corps activities.
- Keep in communication and working relationship between the Activity and other ADAand other doors funded projects;
- Regularly meet with the Director of Programs to discuss program achievements, especially when they deviate from the original plan;
- Work with the Director of Programs to organize and facilitate field visits for donors and Mercy Corps staff;
- In collaboration with the Dircetor of programs, monitor security developments and report to Mercy Corps Senior Management as per the Mercy Corps Uganda security procedures and protocols;
- Jointly prepare donor reports with the Director of Programs and other staff to capture program impact;
- Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission;
- Other duties as assigned.
Position in Organization:
- PROGRAM MANAGER
- Location: Kotido, Uganda
- Position Status Full-time, Regular
- Salary Level (Refer to Salary Guidelines)
- Job Category: Programming
- Requisition Number: PROGR004194
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social work and social administration, Development studies conflict management/peacebuilding or any social science.
- Six years’ experience managing conflict management or other capacity building-related projects preferably with NGOs.
- Experience in managing teams and facilitating planning and program development processes
- Financial and personnel management experience and knowledge
- Experience in both community level programming and government focused capacity building.
- Leadership skills, and proven experience in developing effective teams
- Demonstrated problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in coaching, conducting workshops and community meeting facilitation.
- Excellent report writing skills and speaking skills and an excellent communicator.
- Strong organizational and managerial skills.
- Excellent computer skills, including all Microsoft applications.
- Demonstrated skills to successfully communicate and initiate and maintain positive relationships with beneficiary’s community.
- Excellent relationship management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing
- Experience or working in Karamoja region, with strong contextual knowledge of Karamoja cultures
How to Apply Mercy Corps Program Manager Jobs 2023
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/MER1024MERCY/JobBoard/df92509c-10a2-4fc7-9d8c-ddae2a94d9fc/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=e1993b95-d7fe-489b-a102-7636b1c9ea53
The Closing Date: October 19, 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Particulars | Details Link |
Job Advertisement | Download |
Official Website | www.mercycorps.org |
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