top of page
Share this Job:
Looking for a rewarding career in Uganda? Checkout the available Food for the Hungry Jobs today. Easily apply for current vacancies on AfriCareers.net, and get hired.

Project Coordinator job at Food for the Hungry (FH/U) | Apply Now

Are you looking for Administrative jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Project Coordinator job at Food for the Hungry (FH/U)

Kampala, Uganda

Full-time

Deadline: 

August 23, 2024 at 2:00:00 PM

About the Organisation

Food for the Hungry is a Christian humanitarian aid and global development organization that designs, develops and delivers solutions for more than 50 years so that children, families and communities can flourish. Collaborating with local leaders across sectors, we co-create solutions that build resilience by strengthening mental, physical and spiritual well-being. We serve nearly 10 million people in 18 countries so that communities have the agency and resources necessary to realize their God-given potential.

Copy typing jobs

Job Title

Project Coordinator job at Food for the Hungry (FH/U)

Job Description

At Food for the Hungry, we operate under a set of guiding principles we call “The Heartbeat.” This includes our Values, Vision and Purpose, which serve as the explanation of who we are and how we work as an organization. Together we follow God’s call responding to human suffering and graduating communities from extreme poverty.

Position Summary:
The Project Coordinator is responsible for Overseeing and ensuring that all activities related to project are implemented in a timely and efficient manner according to the agreed Donor Guidelines, standards and budget, and provide leadership and coordination for all aspects related to the projects/ Programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Result #1: Project management and coordination

  • Provide overall leadership, management and guidance to the development of project designs.

  • Guide and provide technical support to implementing staff.

  • Guide project staff in design and development of Annual Activity Plans and budgets

  • Manage and coordinate project activity implementation, in line with approved activity plans and budgets.

  • Strengthen capacity of implementing partners, if applicable


Key Result #2: Coordination and reporting

  • Provide overall leadership, management and guidance to the development of project designs.

  • Guide and provide technical support to implementing staff.

  • Guide project staff in design and development of Annual Activity Plans and budgets

  • Manage and coordinate project activity implementation, in line with approved activity plans and budgets.

  • Strengthen capacity of implementing partners, if applicable


Key Result #3: Project monitoring and evaluation

  • Facilitate effective monitoring, documentation and reporting in compliance with agreed standards

  • Share M&E findings with staff and other relevant stakeholders

  • Working closely with the M&E officers, ensure a functional project M&E system


Key Result #4: Finance management

  • Manage project finances and assets in line with FHU policy

  • Project budget management and control

Key Result #5: Performance management and supervision

  • Manage, supervise and build capacity of project staff in project development, management and implementation.

  • Carry out bi-annual performance appraisals of project staff

  • Monitor and document performance of partners, if applicable


Key Result #6: Project resource mobilization

  • Identify and build strategic linkages, relations, collaborations and networks with partners, other NGOs, government, church and local leaders, and other stakeholders in planning and implementation.

  • Develop platforms for sharing information with partners and stakeholders

  • Guide and participate in joint campaigns, advocacy initiatives for beneficiary empowerment with partners and stakeholders

  • Ensure project advocacy initiatives are implemented in line with FHU mandate

  • Identify key funding sources in line with FH fundraising strategy and closely work with sector specialists and supervisor to acquire these funds.


Key Result #7: Documentation and reporting

  • Review and file all relevant project documents

  • Timely submission of end of monthly, bi – annual and annual reports and donor specific reports

  • Documentation and sharing of best/promising practices to strengthen FHU`s institutional memory and learning

Advertise with us

Qualifications and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural extension, Science in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agriculture Economies or related fields is a must. Post-graduate degree is desirable.

  • A significant (at least 5 years) experience working with an INGO in increasing positions of reporting and responsibility.

  • Experience (2 years) developing and implementing Agriculture and Livelihoods sector activities.

  • Minimum 5 years’ Experience with donor compliance and reporting, budgets and tracking of project resources

  • Solid experience of community mobilization approaches and coordination with governments / local authorities.

  • Good leadership qualities and ability to interact effectively with donors, counterparts and organizations.

  • Experience with donor compliance and reporting, budgets and tracking of project resources.

  • Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills.

  • Logistical planning and problem-solving skills.

  • Experience living and working in dynamic, insecure environments and with local communities.

  • Ability to live and work from within a remote post.

  • Demonstrated written and oral English communication skills (must be able to provide an independently created and relevant writing sample).

  • Demonstrated budget and expense management skills.

  • A valid motorcycle riding permit, including the ability to ride and care for a motorcycle.

  • Maintains an attitude and behavior or readiness to commit and adhere to the values, mission and vision of Food for the Hungry.

Enroll for CPA Uganda Course

How to Apply

APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Are you interested? Click the "APPLY" button below to submit your application.

0

PRO CV WRITER

Increase your chances of getting hired with the perfect resume

Let us help you create a perfect CV and Cover Letter!

30% higher chance of getting a job

42% higher response rate from recruiter

Interview Pack @ shs. 5,000 only
Related Jobs
StrongMinds
Chief Operating Officer job at StrongMinds

Administrative jobs

Deadline: 

Sep 2, 2024

Chief Operating Officer job at StrongMinds
One Acre Fund
Uganda Business Development & Commercial Innovations Lead Job at One Acre Fund

Administrative jobs

Deadline: 

Nov 12, 2024

Uganda Business Development & Commercial Innovations Lead Job at One Acre Fund
Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda
Project Assistant-Psychosocial job at Lutheran World Federation

Administrative jobs

Deadline: 

Aug 21, 2024

Project Assistant-Psychosocial job at Lutheran World Federation
Jibu
Senior Franchise Development & Compliance Officer Jobs – Jibu

Administrative jobs

Deadline: 

Aug 30, 2024

Senior Franchise Development & Compliance Officer Jobs – Jibu
NFT Consult
Receptionist Job Opportunities – NFT Consult Limited

Administrative jobs

Deadline: 

Aug 28, 2024

Receptionist Job Opportunities – NFT Consult Limited
You may also Like!
CV
Remote Jobs - Work From Home Jobs
bottom of page