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Job Title ⇒ Program Officer 2 Fresher Jobs
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Organization ⇒ Mercy Corps
Duty Station ⇒ Uganda
Reports to ⇒ Senior Program Officer
About US ⇒
Mercy Corps has been present in Uganda since 2006, focusing its interventions
on economic and agricultural development, maternal child health and nutrition,
governance, conflict management and humanitarian response. In 2017, Mercy
Corps had an impact on almost 1 million beneficiaries in Uganda through our
work focusing on building resilience and enabling economic growth, improving
opportunities to attain better health and nutrition, and improving governance
and conflict management. Common themes include community engagement, inclusive
development, gender, and working in partnership with local government, the
private sector and civil society actors.

Job Summary ⇒ Mercy corps is looking for two 2 experienced, qualified
Program officers who will be responsible for the implementation of the project
activities in Rhinocamp and Bidibidi settlement. The PO is responsible for the
implementation of the two projects; from identification of opportunities,
development of concept notes, development of SOW, working together with
partners and monitoring of activities. As most of the work will happen in the
field it’s required to travel at least 70% to the field.
Key Duties and Responsibilities ⇒
Planning, developing and implementing activities
⇗ Introduce program to relevant stakeholders including local business owners,
local representatives and community members.
⇗ In coordination with program team, plan, implement and monitor activities
according to workplan
⇗ Mobilize targeted beneficiaries to fully participate in the program.
⇗ Make sure all activities will be implemented according scope, budget and
time
⇗ Participate in assessments in the target geographic areas to assess current
situation, economic opportunities and resources, needs and potential programs
as well as challenges.
⇗ Make daily field visits to settlements to ensure good implementation of
activities as well as partners’ activities.
Collaboration/Networking with partners
⇗ Establish and maintain good coordination and working relationships with
sub-county leaders, UNHCR, OPM, district and representing Mercy Corps and
soliciting participation in activities where appropriate and as directed.
⇗ Ensure close coordination and sharing of information with relevant
stakeholders such as local government, NGOs and local authorities, as
appropriate and advised by the line manager.
⇗ Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner
as to bring credit to Mercy Corps Uganda and to not jeopardize its
humanitarian mission.
Documentation, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
⇗ Work closely with M&E to capture data for measuring output and impact of
the program; and to ensure accurate and timely flow of information from the
field.
⇗ Support with post-distribution monitoring, market assessments and price
monitoring activities.
⇗ Prepare and submit timely weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports and
workplans that will be indicative of program progress during implementation.
⇗ Respond to queries if and when necessary.
⇗ Maintain proper filing system of all activities.
⇗ Any other related duties assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Experience ⇒
⇗ The ideal candidate for the Mercy Corps Program Officer job opportunity
must hold a Bachelor’s degree in development, economic development, business
management, social studies or a closely related field is required.
⇗ At least three years of experience implementing similar projects with a
focus on agriculture, economic strengthening, entrepreneurship and/or digital
skill training.
⇗ Experience in working in refugee settlements is preferred.
⇗ Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in English are
required.
⇗ Experience in building and maintaining strong/productive relations with
implementing and strategic partners is required.
⇗ Strong leadership and proven team building experience is a must.
⇗ Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet
deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
⇗ Strong computer literacy with a full knowledge of office applications.
⇗ Willingness to spend much time in the field and work closely with program
target groups.
⇗ Knowledge of monitor and evaluation and know how to implement and conduct
assessments during the project lifetime
⇗ Able and willing to drive a motorbike safely on a daily basis having a
valid license is required.
⇗ Speaking a local language is preferable e.g. Lugbara, Kakwa, Arabic etc.
⇗ The ideal candidate will have the ability and curiosity to work comfortably
and effectively in the cultural, relatively poor infrastructure of West Nile.
S/he will be an excellent communicator, have a strong sense of humor, multi-
tasker, and able to work difficult and often stressful environments. S/he will
be committed to the work of Mercy Corps and the objectives of this program.
They will demonstrate their dedication with a strong work ethic, attention to
detail and creative problem solving.

How to Apply ⇒
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
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Deadline 7 th February 2021

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