National Coordinator Job Vacancy at Reproductive Health Uganda

Duty Station: RHU Head Office, Kampala
Reports to:  Advocacy Advisor-RHRN Project

Job Role:
The National Coordinator will be in charge of coordinating the work of the RHRN platform and serve as link between platform members. S/he will be responsible for fostering strategic linkages with other initiatives and stakeholders and to represent the platform.

Essential duties and Responsibilities
Is the focal point of the platform for the RHRN Consortium members, including the Dutch Embassy, hence ensure synergies with the regional and international advocacy activities of the RHRN Global partnership.
Monitor the national policy environment and keeps the platform updated on key developments relevant to the platform. Is overall responsible for the internal and external communication of the platform;
Facilitate Linking with other existing initiatives relevant to the work of the platform, seeking alignment and harmonization, building synergies and avoiding duplication;
Coordinate the implementation of country plans: a). Coordinate strategic and yearly planning processes and implementation of the country plan by the platform and its members; b). Initiate activities that promote synergies between platform members and implement joint activities;
Inform the governance structure of the platform on the day to day activities and work as de facto secretary to the governance team and prepares platform meetings for decision-making.
Support the platform in Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PMEL) in liaison with the regional team;
Compile/draft annual plans and budgets, draft annual progress narrative and financial reports in consultation with the regional coordinator; submits annual plans/budgets/reports to the regional manager, following their approval by the platform, and keeps regular contact with the regional team;

Training and experience
Master’s degree in Social Sciences or related disciplines, with at least three years’ experience in the field of advocacy on sexual and reproductive health and rights is essential. Demonstrate an understanding of the SRHR context of Uganda in the context of Ugandan policy landscape. Have at least three years work experience in the area of SRHR at national level.

Knowledge and skills
Knowledge of key national and international frameworks that mandate SRHR related work including treaty bodies. Have networking, advocacy and coordination skills. Demonstrable mobilisation skills and ability to write clear and concise reports. Experience and skills in managing social accountability projects. The candidate should be willing to work and support the capacity building of youth-led organizations to adhere with platform values.

How to apply
Submit by post letters and attach certified copies of academic transcripts, a detailed Curriculum Vitae and other relevant documents as well the contact addresses (e-mail) of 3 referees including their telephone contacts to:

The Executive Director,
Reproductive Health Uganda,
P.O. Box 10746,
Kampala.

Or hand-deliver at: RHU Head Office, Plot 2, Katego Road, Kamwokya (Opposite Uganda Museum). Applications may also be sent by email to rhu@rhu.or.ug and copy to asizomu@ippfaro.org

Deadline: 13th/Jan/2017.

Strategy and Resource Mobilization Officer Job Vacancy at Brick by Brick in Uganda

Position Overview
The Strategy and Resource Mobilization Officer will ensure that all relevant resource mobilization activities are developed, coordinated, and implemented in the most efficient and effective manner in line with quality management standards and the results-based approach. The fellow will be responsible for developing customized fundraising strategies and policies, tools and mechanisms for implementation; advising on resource mobilization and related communication aspects; ensuring full alignment of resource mobilization activities with internal colleagues and partners; promoting Brick by Brick fundraising activities to potential donors and partners in resource mobilization; and generating fundraising proposals and other resource mobilization innovations in order to reach annual targets.

Responsibilities
With guidance from Executive Directors (ED) and Program Director (PD) in collaboration with other internal and external implementation partners, develop a specific fundraising approach for Brick by Brick and provide advice and support to EDs and relevant staff in the implementation of this strategy
Establish and broaden relations with traditional or non-traditional donors and financial partners and analyze information on their funding priorities and trends; advise Brick by Brick on methods to develop bankable projects; explore possible sources of funding and coordinate strategic program development opportunities with relevant Brick by Brick stakeholders to raise funds
Develop Brick by Brick’s resource mobilization capacity through establishing a sound, methodological, coordinated and long-term approach to resource mobilization
 
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree*
Preferred: Advanced university degree in finance, business, public administration, public health, international relations, or related field
Experience in fundraising, resource mobilization, and project development preferably in the field of international health, with progressive scope of responsibilities*
Proven record of mobilizing resources in private and public sectors, preferably in the field of human health
  
During the fellowship year, all fellows are provided with:
A living stipend of $550/month
Housing and utilities
Health insurance
A professional development grant of $600
An award of $1500 upon successful completion of the fellowship year
Travel costs covered to and from placement site, training and retreats

How To Apply:
http://ghcorps.org/fellows/apply-to-be-a-fellow/application/

Advocacy and Communications Officer Job Vacancy at Brick by Brick Uganda

Position Overview
The Advocacy and Communications Officer will provide overall guidance for promoting visibility of the BAMA program to stakeholders and design demand-generation solutions as well as support implementation of various communication interventions using appropriate platforms. The fellow will also manage information and reporting in both digital and other forms.

Responsibilities
Develop a communication strategy for BAMA as per Brick by Brick guidelines
Promote the visibility of the BAMA program to all stakeholders (particularly district leaders), and beneficiaries of the program, namely pregnant women and their families.
Design demand-generation solutions aimed at increasing utilization of maternal and newborn care services including;
Develop key health promotional messages in consultation with the BAMA team
Lead in adoption or development and evaluation/utilization of Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials
Engage in design and implementation of dissemination of digital/electronic information through appropriate platforms (e.g. social media, SMS messaging, electronic reminder systems, radio, and internet).
Lead the coordination of communication and community mobilization activities and events of the BAMA project and partners
Conduct awareness raising campaigns, events, and information dissemination workshops for target groups

Desired Skills and Experience
Items indicated with an asterisk (*) are required
Bachelor’s degree*
Mastery of Luganda, and knowledge of other Ugandan languages*
Excellent writing skills*
At least two years of professional work experience in designing and executing communication activities, preferably in health and development programs*
Ability to work in a team and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment*
Experience of working with local and international NGOs and government bodies would be an advantage  

During the fellowship year, all fellows are provided with:
A living stipend of $550/month
Housing and utilities
Health insurance
A professional development grant of $600
An award of $1500 upon successful completion of the fellowship year
Travel costs covered to and from placement site, training and retreats

*Note: The living stipend and the completion award may be paid out in USD or local currency, as determined by the placement organization.

How To apply:
http://ghcorps.org/fellows/apply-to-be-a-fellow/application/