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GOAL is seeking to hire a driven and proactive individual to join our Uganda team as a Health and Nutrition Coordinator based in Kampala to oversee the implementation of a portfolio of projects that focus on health systems strengthening, preventative nutrition and health and other emergencies. They will support advocacy and coordination efforts with interagency and governmental working groups and forums, will promote learning and adaptive management and will contribute towards the growth of the overall portfolio.  This role contributes to the achievement of two of GOAL’s global goals under GOAL Uganda’s current Country Strategy and will be key in further developing our approaches, partnerships and technical thinking in these areas.
 
Job Summary  The Health and Nutrition Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that all projects under their portfolio area are implemented to agreed parameters, workplans, results frameworks and budgets. They will also be asked to directly implement some projects – leading key activities with support from other staff under the portfolio and managing partners and project on-granting processes. They will ensure that project implementation is progressing in line with GOAL and donor compliance requirements, including timely and quality donor reporting and communications.
 
Key Duties and Responsibilities 
The key responsibilities of the role will be
Health and Nutrition programme strategic development
Work with GOAL Uganda Management and the Global Advisors to develop GOAL Uganda’s Health and Nutrition programme, ensuring that the programme reflects GOAL’s global priorities and values and positions us to meet our mission.
Contribute to the development of and regular updating of GOAL Uganda’s Health and Nutrition portfolio strategy, as part of annual country planning and organisational strategic processes
Lead technical oversight and direction for GOAL Uganda’s Health and Nutrition programme, which includes a portfolio of different donor-funded projects
Engage actively in cross-organisational platforms and build strong relationships with other GOAL country leads on Health and Nutrition
Maintain up-to-date information on health and nutrition issues, current good practice and training strategies for all aspects of GOAL’s Health and Nutrition programming and pass on newly acquired information to respective field teams.
Remain up to date with changes and innovation in the global and national sectors of relevance and support team member continuous learning, including through training.
Share learnings across GOAL Uganda’s programme areas and identify opportunities for multisectoral interventions.
Programme management, implementation and technical support
Using an adaptive management approach, oversee the successful implementation of GOAL Uganda’s Health and Nutrition strategic activities and portfolio of projects and support and hold portfolio staff accountable for programme and project implementation, managing programme and project budgets and monitoring financial transactions as per the Authorisation Matrix and delegation protocols
Co-ordinate activities with other sectors i.e.; water/sanitation and livelihood programs and build sustainable community approaches
Identify, nurture and manage all civil society and private sector partnerships, including the on-granting process, reporting and compliance as per GOAL’s On-Granting policies for projects within your programme portfolio
Ensure programme procurement and contracting needs, logistics, finance and human resource are managed effectively and in line with GOAL policy.
Ensure all programme reporting internal and external is delivered on time and is of high quality, coordinating team inputs with the support of the Programme Support Officer.
Ensure the integration of Safeguarding and community feedback mechanism CFM in all programme and project activities, with each project having a safeguarding risk assessment conducted to inform adjustments and adaptations as required.
Human resource management
Line management of the Health and Nutrition Programme/Project Managers and any other assigned staff, ensuring that all team members have clear and measurable SMART performance management objectives and that they are measured regularly and in line with policy
Identify and invest in creative Health and Nutrition team members, working with the ACDP to identify formal and informal training opportunities and through regular mentoring and coaching
Lead by example both upward and downward accountability and comply with all of GOAL’s accountability policies
Ensure compliance to all GOAL, Donor and Government of Uganda policies, procedures and guidelines that relate to the implementation of the programme.
External and Internal representation and coordination
Manage a team coordination and outreach strategy, identify key stakeholder relationships and develop and share strategic messaging on the GOAL Health and Nutrition pronutrition clusters and I/NGOs and cultivate relationships by attending regular meetings, and ensuring that GOAL Uganda is professionally represented at Health and Nutrition and relevant multi sectoral coordination meetings and events.
Ensure close coordination and sharing of information with other district and national level stakeholders such other I/NGOs, and government actors and global agencies
Build and sustain relationships with internal GOAL stakeholders key to the programme and drawn on them for support, advice and programme advancement
Responsible for regularly liaising with the relevant GOAL HQ technical advisors
Support all efforts towards accountability to project participants. This includes actively engaging participating communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes.
Fundraising
Working with the Programme Support Officer and ACDP, map and identify appropriate fundraising opportunities to support the country implementation and delivery of the Health and Nutrition programme strategy
Actively develop relationships with strategic partners and potential donors, keeping up-to-date and partner and donor mapping for the quality Health and Nutrition programme, to explore the potential for funding, partnership and collaboration.
Working with the Technical Team, Programme Support Officer and ACDP, design and develop quality Health, Nutrition and multisectoral proposals.
Engage with other key Health and Nutrition partners and donors in Uganda and elsewhere and explore the potential for funding, partnership and potential collaboration
Monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning
Work with the GOAL Uganda MEAL department to ensure that appropriate systems are in place to monitor and measure all GOAL Uganda Health and Nutrition programming; this includes active participation in MEAL, developing new and appropriate monitoring tools and ensuring the timely collection, presentation, analysis and distribution of programme data.
Undertake regular field visits to review and report on Health and Nutrition programme progress specifically in relation to their efficiency and effectiveness and determine any future program recommendations.
Regularly review monitoring data and manage programmes using an adaptive management approach
Develop learning and communication materials of high quality for internal and external audiences.
Ensure close coordination and sharing of information with other district and national level stakeholders such other I/NGOs, and government actors and global agencies
Submit weekly narrative and monthly narrative and MEAL reports to MEAL DPD, ACDP and CD
 


Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential Criteria
The applicant must hold a University degree at Master’s level in Public Health/Nutrition, Environmental Health, Social Sciences or related discipline. Experience may substitute for qualifications, but not the other way around.
At least five years professional experience in a senior role in complex Health and Nutrition programming in developing countries, two of which are in a similar position
At least two years managing complex, high-value and multi-partner/location projects
Previous experience in working on public and private health, health and other emergencies in a leadership capacity
Previous experience in working on nutrition, particularly preventative, community-oriented approaches, in a leadership capacity
Previous experience in implementing projects using participatory and people-centred approaches
Strong programme management skills, including planning, grant and budget management
Strong people management skill, including prioritising workloads, providing targeted support and mentoring
Experience supervising and managing partners from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences

Experience in networking and coordination at the national levels and with international partners and stakeholders
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills with proven financial management skills
Strong computer literacy with a full knowledge of MS Office applications
Desirable Criteria
Experience with USAID, ECHO, Irish Aid and other donors
Understanding of social behaviour change concepts and approaches
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and detail-oriented, with a proactive planning and execution
Adaptive management skills
Excellent organizational skills, including ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Market system training and /or experience
Demonstrated monitoring and evaluation skills with experience conducting assessments and surveys.
Soft Skills in coordination and networking with stakeholders including district and local government, sector actors, NGO partners and community leaders.
Creativity and entrepreneurial outlook
Ability to work collaboratively in teams, build consensus, and effectively coordinate with internal and external actors
Very enthusiastic and able to work extra hours to achieve the objectives of the programme.
 
General Terms & Conditions
A commitment to GOAL values and GOAL’s integrity framework is critical to working with GOAL. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability
Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.

Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area.
Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.
 
Safeguarding
Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.
 
Accountability within GOAL
Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity policies. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability
Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.
Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our Programmeming area.
Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.
 
General description of the country programme
First operational in Uganda in 1979, the current GOAL Uganda country programme focuses on Health including WASH, Health Accountability and Nutrition programing; and a market-based systems approach to improving agricultural livelihoods and WASH. GOAL Uganda mainstreams gender, child protection, social behaviour change and resilience strategies across all programming. GOAL works on a district focused approach and uses a mixture of direct implementation and partnerships with national and international civil society organizations, local government, the private sector and communities to give effect to our mission.
GOAL Uganda has a skilled team of approximately 150 personnel and manages an annual operating budget of approximately €8.7 million 2018. GOAL is currently operational in the North, South, East and West of Uganda with six established offices in Kampala, Lira, Kasese, Hoima, Bugiri, Abim, Kaabong and Agago Districts. GOAL Uganda country programme is funded by a number of donors who include Mastercard, charity water, Irish Aid and some small foundations.
 
Details of remuneration package and benefits
Our package includes a competitive salary, health insurance cover for up to 3 dependents, comprehensive 24 hour personal accident cover, terminal benefits equivalent to one month for each completed year of service and our working hours provide for a half day on Fridays.  GOAL promotes a learning and development environment with training & study opportunities aligned to our staff development policy.
 
How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the requirements should submit their applications by email with 3 reference contacts who must be Current or former line managers and daytime contact number to; recruitment@ug.goal.ie  indicating the title ‘Health & Nutrition Coordinator’ in the subject line by 3rd September 2021.  PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH CERTIFICATES.
 
Deadline 3rd September 2021
 

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