Programme Manager, Career Opportunity in Uganda, at (KcK)

African to serve in the capacity of Programme Manager at its  secretariat based in Kampala, Uganda.

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Position Title: Programme Manager

Duty Station:Kampala

Organisation: Kituo Cha Katiba (KcK)

Deadline:Thursday, 25th January 2018

Background Information:

Kituo Cha Katiba (KcK) is an Eastern Africa regional NGO whose mission is to protect and promote 

constitutionalism, good governance and democratic  development in the sub-region. As a think tank, KcK's work is focused on research, documentation and  strategic advocacy.

The organization also provides  a neutral forum for activists, academicians and

politicians to engage in dialogue, self-reflection,  critical debate and activism over a wide variety of issues that are of critical contemporary relevance in its area of work.

KcK is governed by a Board of Directors comprising  persons from Burundi, Kenya, Tanzania Mainland,  Rwanda, Tanzania Zanzibar and Uganda and has a  secretariat in Kampala.

KcK is searching for a competent, professional, dynamic, creative and self-motivated East

The main tasks of the Programme Manager shall be to:

• Develop, plan, design, implement and monitor programmes;

• Participate in fundraising;

• Supervise and co-ordinate staff, consultants, volunteers and partners and;

• Initiate advocacy and networking programs;

• Deputise the Executive Director in the  administration and management of KcK  programme activities

Qualifications and competencies:

The Programme Manager should possess the  following qualifications:

• Master's degree in a social science discipline, preferably law, with multi-disciplinary skills.

• Experience in designing programs and developing project proposals;

• Research experience and good writing skills;

• Civil society experience;

• Computer literacy and knowledge in word processing;

• Excellent interpersonal skills;

• Minimum of five years' experience in a reputable organisation or institution;

• Must be willing to work unstructured hours and  travel out of the country at short notice.

KcK is an equal opportunity employer.

Remuneration and other benefits:

The benefits will be negotiated based on  demonstrated experience and salary history.

Local terms apply.

Submission of Application:

An application letter including a curriculum vitae, certificates, testimonials and names of three referees with complete addresses, postal, telephone and  email; and full contact address of the applicant should be sent via email or hand delivered to the

KcK Secretariat, Plot 7, Estate Link Road,

Bukoto,  Kampala.

The application should be addressed to:

The Chairperson, Kituo cha Katiba

P.O. Box 3277, Kampala, Uganda

Email: kituo@kituochakatiba.org

Deadline for receiving applications will be close of business on Thursday, 25th January 2018