Organization: Right To Play – Uganda Office
Department/Division: Program Development
Reports to: Project Manager
Work Location: Obongi, Uganda
Authorized to work in: Uganda (Eligible to work legally without visa or work permit sponsorship)
Target Hiring Salary: Starting from UGX. 4,463,144 per month (before taxes)
Target Start Date: March 1, 2025
Contract Duration: 12 Months Contract with possibility of renewal based on performance and availability of funding
Application Closing Date: January 31, 2025 23:59 EAT
ABOUT US:
We reach millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child’s life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.
Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our global offices in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America.
OUR CULTURE:
- Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
- Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
- Display Courage – Act with integrity
- Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
- Be Playful – Have fun at work
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Project Officer reports directly to the Project Manager (PM) and is responsible for the effective administration of the project and reporting on the outcome to internal and external contacts as required.
The Project Officer provides direct advice and guidance to partners for effective implementation of Right To Play projects in the project location.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
#1: Project administration and training and capacity building (45% of Time):
- Contributes to the formulation of the project strategic plans feeding into the overall country strategic plan.
- Prepares and leads the implementation plan of project activities from existing operational plan.
- Guides Project Coordinators on executing the activities in each project location.
- Ensures that activities are compliant with RTP methodology and standards.
- Oversees community events such as Play Days to promote topics/issues related to their needs.
- Develops and strengthens understanding of our project management cycle with project staff and partners.
- Compiles reports received from the Project Coordinators and submits monthly activity reports to PM.
- Completes monthly budget projections and tracks expenditures.
- Participates in the planning of budget and tracks activity expenses occurred against cash projections.
- Procures project equipment (in coordination with Logistics Officer/Assistant where applicable), within authorization levels set in the In-Field Authorization Levels policy.
- Coordinates facility upgrades based on the needs of the project site.
- Arranges for storage and delivery of sport equipment to participating schools.
- Coordinates with other NGOs/CBOs to ensure participation in partner events.
- Monitors security situation in project location and reports to the PM.
- Follows up on logistics issues at project location and ensure assets, including project vehicles are maintained.
- In the absence of a Training Officer, performs training related functions including:
- Development of annual training plan to enhance staff skills and builds their capacities in line with the RTP country plan.
- Conducting training sessions in child protection, gender, human rights and other related subjects.
- Training Project Coordinators and Coach Trainers in RTP resources and supporting the certification process of Coaches and Coach Trainers.
- Works with Project Coordinators and Coach Trainers to evaluate training workshops and develops evaluation reports.
- Maintains records of the training database as well as the training library for the benefit and use of the team.
#2: Team management (20% of Time):
- Conducts performance appraisals for all direct reports and provides regular feedback on performance.
- Oversees performance of any contract staff such as security guards where applicable.
- Ensures staff understands and complies with policies of RTP.
- Assesses training needs of all direct reports with input from project staff, partners and stakeholders.
- Oversees training of coaches delivered by Project Coordinators and observes coaches’ performance for certification.
- Follows existing systems to reasonably safeguard the overall health, welfare and security of the project staff.
#3: Networking, representation and partnership building (15% of Time):
- Shares activity plans with local NGOs, CBOs (community-based organizations) and looks for synergies and opportunities to work together.
- Maintains a positive working relationship with Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Education and other Ministries and partners.
- Ensures implementation of Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements with local representation of Government, UN Agencies and partner organizations.
- Facilitates collaboration and networking with other organizations, government and other relevant institutions to enhance RTP visibility and project activities.
- Coordinates planning meetings with partners and represents RTP in various platforms.
- Facilitates participation of Athlete Supporters in project activities and events.
- Conducts an assessment survey to determine the NGOs that RTP could partner with and initiates partnerships.
- Ensures partners are in compliance with RTP Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding policy.
#4: Monitoring and reporting (15% of Time):
- Visits project locations to oversee activities, events and collects information to report on performance outcomes.
- Works with school directors and teachers to develop their understanding of RTP’s monitoring and evaluation system as it relates to reporting on children and teachers actively involved in sport and play activities.
- Ensures accurate collection and timely submission of quantitative and quantitative monitoring information according to RTP monitoring tools.
- Submits regularly reports to PM/PO and occasionally external stakeholders including Ministries, partners and donors.
- Provides quarterly updates of lessons learned and best practices to project team, stakeholders and the PM.
#5: Other tasks as assigned (5% of Time)
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WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL):
EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, social sciences or other related discipline.
EXPERIENCE:
- 3 years’ experience in project administration or community work including managing direct reports.
COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
- Self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision
- Strong organizational and delegation skills
- Able to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks
- Strong development and team building skills
- Effective planning and organizing skills
- Coaching and mentoring skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Computer literacy in outlook, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Internet
- Understand project management cycle
- Effective report writing and analytical skills
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (An Asset):
- Knowledge in child and/or adult education
- Knowledge in Sport for Development
- Experience developing and managing budgets
LANGUAGES:
- Fluency in oral and written English.
BONUS IF YOU’LL BRING (NOT ESSENTIAL):
- Experience of supporting teams in developing countries
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building community.
- Competitive salary and benefits (e.g. medical insurance – up to 4 dependents, life insurance, group personal accident cover, transport allowance)
- Flexible work arrangements
- 21 days annual leave
- Up to 3 personal days per year
- Up to 5 personal learning and development (L&D) days per year
- Maternity/paternity/parental leave top-up and support
- Annual learning week
- Annual staff recognition awards
- Opportunity to connect with employees across our offices (e.g. Facebook Workplace)
- Opportunity to engage in global projects and initiatives
- Wellness programs
- Playful activities and events
If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Shortlisting of applications will begin immediately and interviews may be held before the closing date.
Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. As such, we encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance.
We are a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening or equivalent criminal check as a condition of employment.
We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Should you require any accessibility related accommodations or specific adjustments to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter, please reach out to the People & Culture team by email at [email protected]. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.
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