Project Officer – AEGIS x2 Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Roles and Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise the enrollment of the study participants and ensure that all the enrollment SOPs and tools are followed.
• Estimate needs and distribute monthly SR products to VHT and Voucher Distributors (including labelled vouchers).
• Supervise products secondary storage, installation in households and replacement by VHTs.
• Monthly monitor and report the quantity of products installed, replaced, and incinerated, document any challenges and / or gaps identified.
• Coordinate running operations activities of VHT and Voucher Distributors (salary / stipend, transportation, storage boxes, smartphones, E- vouchers and mobile app).
• Monitor and report any challenges and/or gaps identified to inform adjustments to distribution plans and implementation schedules.
• led the monthly distribution and monitoring of the SRs in the study reference arm.
• Support accountability through coordinating project evaluation activities and assisting partners in their efforts to collect and analyze project data per specified mechanisms and tools.
• Collaborate with local partner(s) to prepare reports per established reporting schedule.
• Collect information on staff capacity needs and technical assistance needs of partner organizations and monitor capacity building and technical support activities to ensure effective impact.
• Assist with identifying information for case studies and reports on promising practices.
• Coordinate the disposal of used products in health centers incinerators
• Support the coordination and implementation of all assigned project activities as outlined in the protocol and SOPs in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices.
• Lead follow up of the enrolled subjects; monitored twice a month for malaria infection during the 12-month study period and Household visit-every four weeks.

Required Education Background and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, public health, social work or community health and development is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in project planning and implementation. Experience in health project management, research, preferably malaria research and for an NGO would be a plus.
Personal Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
• Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgment.
• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members.
• Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities.
• Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented

Required Languages: English and local languages used in Bidibidi refugee settlement (Juba Arabic and Lugbara-Ti) and host communities (Kakwa).
Travel Required: Must be willing and able to travel up to 60% to field sites in Bidibidi settlement.
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: In Yumbe: Program Manager, Social science Manager, Community engagement Officer, Social Science Officer, Head of Office, MEAL Manager, Yumbe program and operations team. In Kampala: Director of Health and Social science services, Sr. Program Manager for Emergencies, Head of Programs, Country Representative.

External: IDRC staff
Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity – Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust – Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.
Agency Leadership Competencies:
• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

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 Uganda is an Equal Opportunity Employer!