Job Title: Programme Coordinator
Organisation: Restless Development
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary: UGX 6,067,165.22 monthly
Preferred Start Date: 1st January 2025
Length of Contract: 1 year, renewable depending on funding
Reports to: Head of Global Projects
Direct Reports: 6 Youth Advisory Board members across Zambia, Uganda, and Kenya
Expected Travel: National (including rural areas) and international travel required
Application Deadline: 8th November 2024
About Restless Development:
Restless Development has operated in Uganda since 1997, guided by four key goals defined by young people:
- Voice and Democracy: Empowering youth to influence social and political structures with evidence-based solutions.
- Education and Livelihood: Ensuring all young people have the skills and opportunities to thrive.
- Gender and Sexual Health: Promoting sexual and reproductive health rights and gender equality.
- Climate Justice: Supporting youth in leading climate change responses and building resilient communities.
With a presence in 26 districts across Northern, North-Eastern, Central, and Eastern Uganda, we have over 200 active young leaders implementing impactful programmes.
For more information, visit: www.restlessdevelopment.org.
Job Summary:
Restless Development Uganda is seeking a talented individual for the role of Programme Coordinator for the SHESOARs Programme. This seven-year initiative, funded by Global Affairs Canada, aims to empower out-of-school adolescent girls (ages 10-19) to enjoy their health-related rights and achieve economic empowerment. The Programme Coordinator will provide strategic leadership and operational support to the Youth Advisory Board, ensuring meaningful youth engagement in the project across Uganda, Kenya, and Zambia.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Programme Delivery and Reporting:
- Mobilize, coordinate, and manage the performance of Youth Advisory Board members from Kenya, Uganda, and Zambia.
- Lead participatory planning for annual and quarterly Youth Advisory Board work plans.
- Provide technical assistance for partner engagement tasks.
- Develop and update Youth Advisory Board policies, guidelines, and reporting tools.
- Facilitate YAB meetings and review sessions for continuous feedback and improvement.
- Support YAB members in attending relevant project meetings and facilitate transition processes for members leaving the board.
Team and Relationship Management:
- Oversee the performance management of six Youth Advisory Board members.
- Foster a safe and enabling environment for YAB members to thrive.
- Develop capacity-building and mentorship programs for YAB members.
- Liaise with project partners to address emerging issues.
Financial Planning and Management:
- Ensure compliance with financial standards and manage budget discussions with the finance manager.
- Coordinate timely disbursement of funds and track budget expenditures.
Other Duties as Required:
- Flexibility to work on weekends or late nights as needed for project demands.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
About You:
We seek candidates who exemplify our values:
- Head: You support a values-led culture and adapt your style to help others through change.
- Heart: You strive for improvement and support others in delivering quality work.
- Hands: You adapt your communication style to connect with diverse audiences and build relationships.
- Voice: You confidently lead program elements and seek feedback for personal development.
Essential:
- Graduate-level degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, Development Studies).
- Experience in youth leadership and meaningful youth engagement.
- Proven ability to manage programme budgets and partnerships.
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Desirable:
- Strong planning, coordination, and communication skills.
- Experience in multicultural environments and understanding of youth leadership in governance.
Note: Restless Development is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 500 words) explaining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria.
Deadline for Applications: 8th November 2024
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