Job Title: Program Assistant (4 Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: African Evangelistic Enterprise – Uganda (AEE-U)
Duty Station: Luuka and Buyende, Uganda
About US:
African Evangelistic Enterprise – Uganda (AEE-U) is an evangelical Christian, interdenominational, non-Governmental, humanitarian organization that was established in Uganda in 1971 by the late Bishop Festo Kivengere. AEE-U is an affiliate of African Enterprise International (AEI), an international evangelical and development agency operational in 10 African countries. The organization was incorporated in Uganda in 1984 as an Unlimited Liability company and is Registered as an NGO.
Job Summary: The primary focus of the Program Assistants will be to respond to the needs of communities through an integrated set of activities under the assigned campaign/pathway. The Program Assistant will focus on mobilizing groups / stakeholders within assigned communities to enhance their participation, and achieve program goals.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure consistent community engagement of youths, parents, community leaders, partner schools, Community groups and relevant district authorities.
- Facilitate establishment of youth centers, youth forums, Community Saving groups in support communities and ensure realization of planned out puts in annual plans.
- Support training and supervise community volunteers for effective program management.
- Develop activity budgets and provide accountability for resources as utilized.
- Provide timely and accurate informative reports in agreed formats and timelines.
- Build institutional capacity to enable communities sustainably attain better incomes, youth employment and education for children.
- Closely work with established structures in community to ensure visibility of activities being undertaken.
- Maintain proper filing system with activity reports, attendance lists and pictures.
- Participate in routine data collection to track progress of Education and livelihood initiatives within the program areas.
- Liaise with consortium partners and other stakeholders to ensure the right beneficiary selection.
- Ensure the assigned campaign methodology is properly followed and that program outcomes are met.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Counselling and guidance, Social Sciences, Social Work and Social Administration, Development, or other relevant fields required.
- Two years of experience in youth empowerment and community mobilization, with practical experience working with young people.
- Good knowledge of the logical framework analysis.
- Familiarity with Food Security, Livelihoods and climate smart programming will be an asset.
- Excellent (English) verbal and written communication skills. Language skills in either Lusoga or Luganda, highly valued.
- Good computer literacy with a full knowledge of office
- Good writing, communication, organization, prioritization and negotiating skills
- Excellent teamwork abilities and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
- Demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to learn and adapt.
- Willingness to spend time in the field and work closely with program target groups.
- Practical experience in working with local government officials.
- Must possess a valid Motorcycle driving permit or show willingness to learn.
- A mature Christian faith.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications including a cover letter, CVs, academic documents and names of three referees to the National Coordinator-AEEU via Email to: uganda.coms@aeint.org, specifying the position applied for in the email subject line, e.g _Program Assistant-Luuka.
Deadline: 29th February 2024.