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ACODEV seeks to recruit the folloiving positions to support project
implementation:
Position Title:Project Coordinatorl Advocacy and Policy Team leader
Duty Station: ACODEV regional Office In Kasese
Organization:Action for Community Development (ACODEV)
Employment Type:Full Time Permanent
Reports to:Program Manager- Health Promotion
Application Deadline:09th February 2015
Organizational Profile
Action for Community Development (ACODEV) is a national NGO that has been
implementlng program in Uganda for 11 years now. We envision a society where
children, women and men are healthy and economically productive. We serve and
empower lndlvlduals, families and communities In Uganda through promoting
locally driven, innovative and
sustainable solutions in the areas of Human Rights, Health Promotion and
Institutional Capacity Strengthening.
ACODEV has received funding to implement a 4-year PATH USAID Advocacy for
Better Health project in 29 Sub-Counties ofKasese District. The goal
oftf1eproject is to improve the quality, accessibility, and availability of
hea!lh services by fostering citizen demand and enhancing the capacity of
citizens to advocate for Improved responsiveness and accountability by
decision-makers and service providers.
Job Purpose:
To provide overall project management and lead citizen empowerment actions
as well as championing Ihe advocacy agenda for PATH USAID Advocacy for Better
Health project in Kasese District. lead the project team to support project
implementation at all levels and as per plan and be responsible for project
reporting to district stakeholders and the development partners. Support
project M&E, project visibility and continuous resource mobilisation to
ensure program development and sustainability.
Minimum Qualifications and knowledge requirements:
Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, SWSA, Mass ccnmonlceucn
with relevant field experience;
Masters Degree and any other postgraduate qualification in relevant field
or its equivalent is an added advantage.
A minimum of 6 years of NGO experience in Heallh and Rights field In
Uganda.
Experience in USAID projects operations and
implementation is an added advantage. Knowledge of policies on OVCs,
Maternal Neonatal and Child Health and Nutrition is key
Knowledge on Local Govemmenl budgeting cycle and dlJty bearer engagements
as well as community empowerment is a must.
Mode of application:
Interested applicants who meet the job requirements should submit their
cover leiters, CV, copies of academic documents and contacts for 3 referees by
09th February 2015 to:
Human Resources Dept, Action for Community Development,
Plot 98/99 Masoli Rd, off Gayaza
road,
P.O Box 22234, Kampala Or ACODEV
Regional Office, Kasese District;
300 meters off Kasese Mbarara
Highway near Rwenzorl Intemational Hotel
Only successful applicants will be contacted
