Background on ACTED
Since 1993, as an international non-governmental organization, ACTED has been committed to immediate humanitarian relief to support those in urgent need and protect people’s dignity, while co-creating longer term opportunities for sustainable growth and fulfilling people’s potential. ACTED endeavors to respond to humanitarian crises and build resilience; promote inclusive and sustainable growth; co-construct effective governance and support the building of civil society worldwide by investing in people and their potential. We go the last mile: ACTED’s mission is to save lives and support people in meeting their needs in hard to reach areas. With a team of 4,300 national staff 300 international staff, ACTED is active in 35 countries and implements more than 450 projects a year reaching over 11 million beneficiaries.
Country profile
Country Profile
Number of projects: 6
Number of areas: 2
Number of national staff: 18
Annual budget (EUR): 328.816
Number of offices: 5
Number of international staff: 3
Position context and key challenges
In response to the emergency situation in Uganda, ACTED recruits.
Position profile
1.Ensure ACTED Representation in the area of activity
- Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities
- Representation vis-à-vis Donors
- Representation amongst other international organisations
More generally, the Area Coordinator is expected to contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of ACTED’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors.
- Contribute to the development of a global intervention strategy and to support its implementation at provincial level
- Analyse the context and develop strategic plans, in consultation with the Country Director
- Implement the financial strategy
- Implement the operational strategy
- Oversee reporting procedures
More generally, communicate systematically to the Country Director the development of the area strategy and its implementation.
- Oversee Staff and Security
- Guide and direct the staff of the area of intervention
- Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff
- Oversee staff security
Qualifications
- Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development
- Project management experience (management, planning, staff development and training skills) in development programmes
- 2-5 years previous work experience in a relevant position
- Proven capabilities in leadership and management required
- Excellent skills in written and spoken English
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms
- Ability to work well and punctually under pressure
Conditions
- Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
- Additional monthly living allowance
- Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
- Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
- Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
How to apply:
Please send your application including cover letter, CV and references to [email protected] under Ref: AC/UGA
More Information
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