Job Vacancies at RTI International in Uganda

Job Title : Deputy Chief of Party, Kampala
Closing Date: Friday, 30 December 2011

About RTI
RTI International is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 2,800 provides research and technical expertise to governments and businesses in more than 40 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment, and laboratory and chemistry services.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for an upcoming Governance Project in Uganda. The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will serve as the alter ego of the Chief of Party (COP) and will manage all administrative and reporting activities for the project. He/she will ensure that required reports and documentation are produced according to USAID's guidelines. Candidate should possess strong management, administrative and writing skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Serves as RTI's alternate liaison to USAID, government counterparts, local organizations, and program partners when COP is unavailable. Ensures a high level of communication and close working relationships with USAID.
Provides strategic leadership, technical and managerial direction for the successful implementation of the project.
Ensures the timely and quality completion of all program technical and financial deliverables and reports in accordance with USAID guidelines.
Additional specific tasks and duties to be assigned as necessary to fulfill deliverables

Education and Experience
Minimum of a Bachelors degree, Masters degree preferred, in public administration, policy, finance, planning or governance or an advanced degree in a related field.
Nine years of overall experience with at least five years of relevant field experience in public administration, decentralization reform, service delivery in key sectors (such as education, health, water, agriculture), parliamentary strengthening, civil society strengthening, or community mobilization.
Demonstrated success managing and leading technical and administrative teams for USAID funded projects.
Knowledge and experience in governance and development in sub-Saharan Africa, and in Uganda specifically, is strongly desired.
Prior experience managing geographically dispersed teams is preferred.
Fluency in both written and spoken English required.

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Specific information regarding the laws that are designed to protect you against discrimination relating to your legal right to work in the US can be located at the employment portal www.rti.org/jobs
Closing Statement
Important Information:
RTI participates in the US Government E-Verify program, for specific information on this program please visit our employment portal at www.rti.org/jobs

How to apply:
Please email cover letter and CV to ugandagovernance@rti.org

Job Vacancies at Management Systems International

Job Title : Senior Land Administration Advisor, Access to Justice, Equity and Peace Program, Uganda
Location: Uganda
Description


Senior Land Administration Advisor, Access to Justice, Equity and Peace Program, Uganda

Project/Proposal Summary:
The purpose of this project is to support peace building and conflict mitigation in Uganda by strengthening mechanisms for resolution of conflicts over land, oil and ethnic diversity. It will further enhance the capacity of local actors to prevent violent conflict and transform them into peaceful outcomes while promoting reconciliation. Through training, technical assistance and providing grants to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), the project will focus on the oil rich Albertine region, the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) affected Northern Uganda, and Central Uganda as primary entry points.

Position Summary:
This position will advise the Ugandan Government as well as the project and its local partners on policy and dispute resolution mechanisms efforts related to land. This will include support and advice to balance traditional vs statutory policy approaches related to land in a post conflict environment, including policy/administrative mechanisms as well as access to justice mechanisms.

Responsibilities:
• Provide advice and support to the project, local partners and the Government of Uganda in developing local mechanisms to resolve land disputes
• Advise and support the Ugandan government at the local and national level on best practice related to land issues from other regions facing similar challenges
• Provide advice and support to project and local partners on project implementation
• Writing donor reports or proposals;

Qualifications:
• Demonstrated technical expertise in administration, policy development, and dispute resolution mechanisms related to land, especially in conflict or post conflict environments
• Experience implementing such projects with government and local civil society
• An advanced degree in public policy, law, politics, conflict or related discipline preferred
• Prior experience on USAID funded projects, and field-based experience in Uganda or the region, preferred.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To Apply:
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=6EE760A042723467E5FAC7A55720EDF9.NA8_primary_jvm?org=MSI&cws=2&rid=2549

Job Vacancies at DAI

Title : Call for Resume, Uganda
Closing Date: Friday, 16 December 2011

Call for Resumes – Supporting Access to Justice, Fostering Equity and Peace (SAFE) project in Uganda
DAI, an international consulting firm based in the United States, is currently accepting applications from senior- and mid-level candidates for long-term positions to support the anticipated U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)-funded SAFE program in Uganda. The project will engage a range of sectors to help mitigate conflict and promote reconciliation, particularly as it pertains to natural resources and land administration.
Areas of expertise sought include:
Conflict Mitigation and Resolution
Land Tenure Issues
Natural Resource Conflict
Ethnic Conflict
Mechanisms for Dispute Resolution
Youth Engagement
Gender Issues
Civil Society Capacity Building
Civic Outreach and advocacy
Grants Management
USAID Finance and Operations Management

Requirements:
Degree in Political Science, International Relations, Conflict Resolution , or one of the above stated technical fields
Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience; international experience with USAID or other international funders preferred
Good communication skills - both written and oral
Fluency in English required

All positions on the program will be contingent upon DAI being awarded the contract and USAID approving all of the proposed candidates.

How to apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter to ugandarecruit@dai.com by December 16th, 2011. No phone inquiries will be accepted.