Housing Support Services Specialist Jobs at Habitat for Humanity Uganda

Job Title: HOUSING SUPPORT SERVICES SPECIALIST

Habitat for Humanity Uganda is an Ecumenical Christian NGO running Programs and Projects that seek to eliminate Poverty Housing in several areas in Uganda. We are inviting applications to fill the positions of Housing Microfinance Project Manager and Housing Support Service Specialist
HOUSING SUPPORT SERVICES SPECIALIST
This position is responsible for the strategic planning, design, monitoring, supporting implementation, and evaluation around Housing Support Services (HSS). S/he will be responsible for supporting the growth and development of HSS initiatives with Financial Service Providers (FSPs); monitoring and success of the HSS initiatives being implemented by the FSPs; and building the capacity of National Office (NO) and the FSPs with regards to all matters relating to construction and the technical aspects of housing.
Reporting: This position reports to the Housing Microfinance Project Manager – Uganda
Specific Roles and Responsibilities:
Oversee the HSS component of the project and provide guidance and advice to the NO and FSPs on Housing Support Services strategies and issues
Contribute to the development of overall HSS (housing support services), and construction design and technologies strategy with the FSPs.
Gather relevant information on housing, construction processes, Conduct suitability and feasibility of construction and shelter improvements, in target areas where projects with FSPs will be implemented.
Lead in the design of new HSS initiatives, and tools for FSPs including assessing the suitability and feasibility of construction interventions; advice to appropriateness of materials and construction processes used; and compliance with regulations, etc.)
Work with HFM Project Manager to generate a cost recovery strategy for HSS developed with FSPs.
Leads analysis and review of HSS initiatives with FSPs documenting best practices and emerging lessons. Shares the learnings and practices in appropriate forums
Raising problems around the implementation of HSS to the Housing Microfinance Project Manager and National Director/s
Research and develop innovative construction related products with the partners.
Be a resource to the NO, Area office and partners in general in the field of construction technologies and methodologies.
Train and build the capacity of FSP, consultants and NO staff on HSS methodologies, tools, and interventions as may be appropriate
Network with organizations and associations working in fields related to low-cost housing;
Participate in research, policy development and design around low-income construction and housing.
Responsible for collecting HSS related monitoring reports
Coordinates the reporting and in communicating on HSS initiatives to partners, other stakeholders and /or donors external to the NO.
As agreed with his/her supervisor, participates in HSS regional COPs (communities of practice), and other related task-teams.
Requirement:
Minimum Bachelor's or similar Degree in housing or construction related field (such as Architecture, Building Science, Engineering, Urban Planning, and Construction Project Management). A minimum of 5 years' experience in the construction/housing industry.
Essential Competencies:
Good interpersonal skills, oral and written communication.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to train others.
Effective coordinator and team leader.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work with other cultures and nationalities.
Ability to work independently; and interdependently within a team, and with partners.
How to apply:
Qualifying candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter, a detailed CV including telephone contacts and at least three professional referees. These should be submitted to: The National Director, Habitat for Humanity Uganda, P.O. Box 9873, Kampala. Or Email: noffice@hfhuganda.org; Telephone: 041 50145710392 760802, at no later than Tuesday, 17th July 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. For more details, please visit our website: www.habitat.ug

CARE International Jobs - Component Manager Job Vacancy in Uganda

Job Title: Component Manager – Socioeconomic Livelihoods


CARE International in Uganda (CARE) works with others to make a sustainable improvement in the lives of the very poor. Our program implementation is focused on supporting communities in fulfilment of their economic rights and achievement of sustainable livelihoods, conflict resolution and peace building, natural resource management and good governance. Our operations are guided by our core values of excellence, accountability, respect, integrity and transparency.  CARE Uganda seeks motivated and qualified professionals to fill the positions
Component Manager – Socioeconomic Livelihoods — 1 position
Summary of position
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Programme Manager – NUWEP. the post holder will assume the main role of providing overall leadership expertise on the development and implementation of NUWEP’s socio­economic livelihoods Domain of Change II – to enable women and girls affected by conflict gain the information, skills, support, access and opportunities to pursue and ensure resilient and sustainable livelihoods. Key Responsibilities include:
To provide strategic leadership to the NUWEP’s Socioeconomic livelihood component • In charge of the Telethon and Thune Foundation funded youth livelihoods initiative • Program design and management of • Responsible for Resource mobilization through formulation of proposals • Supervise and manage performance management of staff • Responsible for representation and managing relationships amongst CARE partners and all stakeholders, in consultation with the Deputy Program manager • To develop a monitoring and evaluation plan for Program Quality and learning for socioeconomic livelihoods plus the development of tools for program developments implementation
Requirement:
Minimum of a University degree in development studies, development economics plus post graduate qualification preferably in Agricultural Economics OR Micro- finance OR Natural Resource Management OR Community and Rural Development OR Social Policy" and Planning is a "Must"
5 years progressively relevant experience in the design and implementation of livelihood projects with NGO;
Technical expertise in financial inclusion and access to financial services for the poor
Solid skills in research and analysis, project reporting and budget management are required • Field experience in sustainable rural livelihood projects using gender analysis community-based approach and methodology plus familiarity with focused PRA/PLA/ SAA techniques
Excellent teamwork, communication, individual organizational, powerful analytical skills and commitment plus ability to display gender sensitivity and adaptability.
How to apply:
Interested persons with the above requirements should submit typed applications together with detailed (CV) giving day time telephone contacts and names and addresses of 3 (three) work related referees as well as certified copies of all academic and professional certificates not later than Thursday the 19′” of July 2012 before 5pm. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who do not receive any response within three weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful. Please mark your envelopes.
Applications should be addressed to: Human Resource Management Coordinator, CARE International in Uganda, Plot 17 Mackinnon Road, Nakasero, P.O. Box 7280, Kampala or e-mail to: recruitment@co.care.org;
CARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, GENDER SENSITIVE & CORRUPTION INTORELLANT EMPLOYER

National Project Assistant Job Vacancy at TTE Uganda

Job Title: NATIONAL PROJECT ASSISTANT

   
NATIONAL PROJECT ASSISTANT
In the framework of the Project “Improving the Training of BTVET Technical Teachers, Instructors & Health Tutors, and Secondary Teachers in Uganda – UGA 09 020 11″
implemented by the Ministry of Education & Sports and the Belgian Development Agency (BTC Uganda), one (1) National Project Assistant with experience in project management and training of trainers will be recruited as per following terms of reference:
Duration: 48 months
Duty Stations: Kampala (with frequent travels to the Project sites)
Under the guidance & supervision of the Project Coordination Team, the Project Assistant will be responsible for:
Coordination Tasks:
Assist the PCT in coordinating, managing, administering, planning, budgeting, implementing, monitoring and evaluating ail project activities. Facilitate the organisation, smooth conduct and follow-up of meetings, trainings, workshops and other internal & external events. Assist the PCT in the preparation of reports, meeting agendas & minutes, presentations and any other documents for the Steering Committees and any other meeting and events.
Coordinate land/air trips schedules as requested for trainings and other events
Administrative Tasks:
Ensure the timely purchasing and distribution of materials, equipment, stationary, photocopies and supplies to be provided for trainings and other Project events 0n a weekly basis ensure the back-up of all electronic Project documents.
Secretarial Tasks:
Centralise internal and external communications. Liaise with national/regional authorities and organizations, and with project stakeholders. Keep the Project activities calendar updated. Ensure the timely dispatching, back-up and filing of the incoming/outgoing correspondence. Keep all project documents classified (computer and paper files) as instructed by the PTC.
Requirement:
A Master degree in Development Studies (or in another relevant field).
At least 3 years of experience in development projects (preferably in the education sector).
Verbal and written proficiency in English.
Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
Willingness to work overtime and ability to bear stress.
How to apply:
Please send your motivation letter, CV, copies of academic/professional certificates and at least three recent professional references:
In a sealed envelope addressed to: TTE Project Coordinator, Belgian Development Agency (BTC) Plot 1B Lower Kololo Terrace, (P.O Box 40131) Kampala
By email to: TTE.Uganda@btcctb.org
Please indicate the name of the College(s) you are applying for in the subject line. Female and male candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews and computer-based test, scheduled on the third week of August 2012.