Job Title: Project Officer – Livelihood
Company: Uganda Community Based Association for Women and Children Welfare (UCOBAC)
Duty Station: Lamwo District – Palabek Settlement
Project: LIFT – Lamwo Initiative for Thriving Resilient Communities
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Starting Date: October 2024
Application Deadline: 27th September 2024
Salary: Competitive
Employment Type: Contract
About the LIFT Project:
The LIFT project aims to foster locally-led, climate-resilient, and inclusive livelihoods for host and refugee communities in Lamwo District. Implemented under a consortium of three organizations, the project supports refugees and host communities with resilient livelihoods, secure land access, and promotes community healing.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Implementation and Sustainability:
- Develop and lead the coordination of monthly project activity plans.
- Organize and conduct capacity-building training for project participants.
- Provide expertise in agronomy, enterprise development, and climate-smart agriculture.
- Promote the Participatory Integrated Planning (PIP) approach to encourage positive mindset change in communities.
- Mentor and coach PIP innovators to ensure sustainable livelihoods.
- Ensure integration of PIP innovators with ongoing resilience and livelihood activities.
- Conduct periodic assessments of capacity needs and regularly update the capacity-building plan.
Documentation, Reporting, and Knowledge Management:
- Write and submit monthly progress reports and other necessary reports in a timely manner.
- Document and share success stories and best practices.
Rights of Marginalized Groups:
- Ensure that women, youth, the elderly, and persons with disabilities fully participate and benefit from the project interventions.
- Work with local leaders to protect children from project-related abuse.
- Advocate for the protection of women and girls’ rights.
Minimum Requirements:
- Professional qualification in agriculture or related fields.
- Fluency in English and Acholi; knowledge of Arabic, Dinka, or Nuer is an added advantage.
- Ability to ride a motorbike with a valid rider’s permit.
- Strong ICT and computer proficiency.
- Experience in livelihood programming and community-focused livelihood plans.
- Excellent verbal, written communication, organizational, and project management skills.
If you are passionate about community development and sustainable livelihoods, we encourage you to apply. UCOBAC offers competitive salaries and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply:
Send your motivation letter and CV to info@ucobac.org by Friday, 27th September 2024. Please include at least 2 references related to your previous employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.