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Organisation:
Oxfam GB
Closing date: 22
Feb 2013
Location: Kampala ( Uganda)
Theme:
Coordination
Humanitarian
Financing
Job years of
experience: N/A
Economic Rights Program Lead (ERPL), Uganda GBP
25,094 - 33,938 net (take home pay) per annum plus benefits
Oxfam is a worldwide organisation that employs over 8,000
people in more than 80 countries to overcome poverty and suffering. The
Organisation is working for a world where resources and power are distributed
more equally and where everyone’s rights to a livelihood, basic services,
protection from violence, and a say in their future are upheld. A world in
which everyone enjoys the same opportunities – regardless of gender, race,
culture, or physical ability. To fulfil this goal, we are strengthening our
Programmes in Uganda
and are seeking to recruit a new senior staff member to join our dynamic,
innovative and committed team of staff, volunteers and partners. Our ideal
candidate should have job-specific technical skills, dynamism, and commitment
to the cause of overcoming poverty and suffering. You need to be of
unquestionable integrity and committed to Oxfam’s values.
The role
We are looking for an
Economic Rights Programme lead (ERLP) to provide high level strategic
leadership in the area of Economic Rights in Uganda.
In this role you will provide strategic guidance and oversee
Oxfam programme development at national level and ensure that poor women’s
rights are put at the forefront of the programme.
You will also be
responsible for directly supporting and managing senior Programme management
staff in Karamoja and Acholi regions. .
You will ensure that
the programme maintains effective partnerships, and demonstrates accountability
to all stakeholders.
You will report to
the Associate Country Director.
The person You should have proven experience of leading and
managing gender-sensitive livelihoods interventions.
You will have a minimum first degree and preferably second
degree in a relevant field. You will have a wide knowledge of livelihoods programming,
from market analysis and value chain development to food security
interventions.
Experience of working
with pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in arid and semi-arid lands is an
essential. Demonstrated experience of programme management, fundraising,
proposal writing, human resources and finance management will be essential;
managing large multi-donor funding and leading change processes. You will be a
natural inspirational leader with significant experience on team/people
management including virtual teams. Strategic thinking, strong conceptual and
analytical skills are essential. You will have proven experience of influencing
policy, consulting with key stakeholders at all levels with tact and diplomacy.
Knowledge and experience of promoting gender equity is required.
Benefits In addition to the salary Oxfam will meet the tax
and social security liabilities of the post holder in addition to the net
salary. A competitive benefits package will be offered to the successful
candidate including housing, pension, and medical among others.
How to apply:
Thousands of people already commit their time and talents to
our campaigning, humanitarian and long-term development programmes. Now we’re
looking for yours. To find out more about this role and to apply online, visit
www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote INT6010. Alternatively, you can email your
application and CV to kampalajobs@oxfam.org.uk
The closing date for receiving applications is 22nd February
2013. Please ensure you attach a short letter on why you would like this job
and work for Oxfam. Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.
