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Coordinator, Project at ChildFund International

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Job Description

About Organisation:

For over seventy years, ChildFund International has provided support to deprived, excluded and vulnerable children to have the capacity to improve their lives and opportunities to become young adults, parents and leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities. We promote societies whose individuals and institutions participate in valuing, protecting and advancing the worth and rights of children. Our core commitment is child-centered change that will ensure healthy and secure infants, educated and confident children, and youth who are skilled and engage meaningfully in the affairs and decision-making processes within their communities. ChildFund Uganda is working in over 30 districts to develop the capacities of local community-based organizations to be able to mobilize resources and implement programs that improve the well-being of deprived, excluded and vulnerable children.

 

Job Summary:   The Project Coordinator will provide overall leadership and management in the  implementation of  a community-based Child Rights Monitoring and Remediation System (CRMRS)  in selected coffee farming communities in the Greater Masaka region, Uganda – specifically in relation to community-based child protection and child protection case management. The overall objective is to ensure children’s fundamental protection rights are respected and promoted in and around the coffee farms and their communities in the specified geographical area.

Ugandan career opportunities

The project Coordinator will ensure that the project deliverables are met as per the proposal. She/He will provide supervision and technical assistance to project staff and coordinate with partners both at the community and district level to ensure effective implementation of the project. 

Job Industry

Program/Project Implementation

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Remain alert and responsive to any Safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills that will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the ChildFund Safeguarding Policy.
  • Lead the planning and implementation of the CRMRS activities according to the approved proposal, ensuring deliverables and targets are met.
  • Manage the project budget ensuring timely resource utilization as per approved budget and adhering to both ChildFund International and donor requirements.
  • Ensure continuous monitoring of the implementation of project activities to ensure quality implementation.
  • Ensure project data is captured, well documented and contribute to knowledge management.
  • Lead project coordination with relevant stakeholders and partners for successful implementation of the project including participation in coordination meetings to foster partnerships.
  • Ensure timely submission of quality project progress reports, and other data and information as may be required.
  • Ensure establishment of adequate project documentation and correspondence is available for monitoring and future reference.
  • Provide leadership, mentoring, and coaching to project staff to ensure growth and delivery of service.
  • Undertake any other duties as shall be delegated by the supervisor

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and Social Administration, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a closely related field is required.
  • A Master’s degree in a related discipline is considered an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 5 years of project management experience within an international NGO setting.
  • At least 3 years motorcycle riding experience with a valid riding permit.
  • Proven experience in leading medium to large-scale Child Protection programs in development contexts.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage high-quality, donor-funded projects.
  • Experience working within a consortium of partners is highly desirable.

ChildFund’s Core Competencies

  • Teamwork: Fosters team camaraderie, collaboration, and cohesion. Motivates the team towards achieving goals and exceeding expectations. Demonstrable attitude for teamwork.
  • Communication: Demonstrates understanding of the feelings, motivations, and perspectives of others, while adapting communications style based on target audience to influence action
  • Results orientation: Clearly outlines and communicates performance expectations and metrics to staff, aligning them with departmental and organizational goals. Provides regular feedback and suggests alternative approaches to meet organizational objectives.
  • Decision making: Coaches others to analyze information from varied sources to understand the root cause of problems and identify the best solution. Demonstrates ability to critically evaluate tasks and ruthlessly prioritize and triage.
  • Resilience: Maintains professionalism in difficult situations and unforeseen changes, supporting others in adjusting to change. Activates networks for others by making meaningful connections where appropriate.
  • Digital literacy: Identifies and experiments ways to incorporate technological solutions to departmental work processes. Encourages and models application of new technology at the departmental level by articulating the importance of digital transformation.

Other Required Competencies

  • Proven leadership and staff supervision skills, with a track record of building and sustaining high-performing teams.
  • Proficiency in computer applications and digital tools relevant to project management.
  • Written and oral communication skills in English; fluency in a local language is an advantage
  • Willingness to regularly travel across the project sites.
  • Proficient in stakeholder engagement and communication.
  • Manage multiple projects effectively under pressure.
  • Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Application Process

Close Date

24/06/2025

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