Program Officer, Career Opportunity in Uganda, Jobs Vacancy in Uganda,

Position Title: Program Officer

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Organization:Farm Radio International (FRI)

Employment Type:Full Time Permanent

Reports to: Program Coordinator/Manager

Application Deadline:30th March, 2015.

Organizational Profile:

Farm Radio International (FRI) is a Canadian non-profit organization with a mission to support broadcasters in developing countries to strengthen small scale farming and rural communities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

·             Actively participate in project proposals development and documentation

·             The Program Officer takes lead in in project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation

·             Conducts pre - broadcast research, rural rapid appraisal, and baseline surveys

·             The incumbent will also prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports and document success stories

·             He / she will also be tasked to establish and maintain sound working relationships with implementing partners.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·             The Program Officer should hold a Master’s Degree and or Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Development and or related fields and an additional training in Project Management.

·             Three or more years’ experience in working with NGOs at middle level management or six years of work experience for a Bachelor holder.

·             Skills in Results Based Management and excellent report writing

·             Computer literacy skills i.e. proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Projects

Mode of application:

All suitably qualified candidates who wish to join this Canadian NGO should send an updated CV and cover letter including three professional referees and salary expectations to: office@farmradioug.org.

NB: Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Deadline: 30th March, 2015.