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Uganda - Civil Society Organization Capacity Building Intern Programming  Kotido, Uganda Description INTERN WORKSITE LOCATION : Kotido District, Uganda LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP:  April – October (Flexible as long as 3 months minimum) Availability: M-F 9am-5pm (Flexbile) INTERN SUPERVISOR & CONTACT INFORMATION:  Governance Manager FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR THE INTERNSHIP:  $500/month stipend Mercy Corps responsibilities For the duration of this internship assignment the intern will receive: Accommodation in shared guesthouse in Karamoja sub-region Per diem while out of duty station Sim card to facilitate communication Visa costs ISOS emergency medical evacuation insurance Transportation between Karamoja and Kampala Field travel costs Mercy Corps email address and online tools All other tools, materials and communication requirements for this SoW to be undertaken Intern responsibilities Intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with: Air travel to/from Uganda Medical insurance Vaccinations Living expenses Providing an adequate computer to complete the necessary work All other costs associated with the internship PROJECT DESCRIPTION :  Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Mercy Corps Uganda is implementing a five year USAID funded Activity named Apolou in the Eastern Districts of the Karamoja sub-region of Uganda. The Activity is implemented in four Districts of Karamoja: Kotido, Kaabong, Moroto and Amudat. It covers programmatic areas including: crop production, agricultural input sales, livestock production, veterinary pharmaceuticals, construction of household latrines, construction of small market infrastructure, WASH infrastructure repair, storing of commodities among other areas. The Activity has 7 subawardee partnerships including local CSOs and INGOs. The Activity has four strategic objectives: Inclusive and effective governance contributes to food and nutrition security Adolescent girls, Pregnant and Lactating Women, and Children under 5 are nutritionally secure Adoption of improved WASH practices Improved livelihoods and income support household food security Apolou works with three local CSOs: Karamoja Peace and Development Agency (KAPDA), Nakere Rural Women’s Activists (NARWOA), and RiamiRiam Civil Society Network. The identified intern will work closely with each CSO and the associated program technical team to ensure that the CSO is achieving identified objectives in their Capacity Development Plans. Required support will include the organization of training, workshops, events and 1:1 learning sessions with CSO staff members. Topics to be covered will include, program management, communications, and good governance, among others. LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  The intern will have a unique opportunity to understand the challenges and rewards of working with and for local Civil Society Organizations, while working in the fascinating context of Karamoja, Uganda, as part of an energetic and entrepreneurial team. DELIVERABLES: Successful planning and delivery of training and mentorship to three CSO partners demonstrated through a final comprehensive report including recommendations and associated training materials THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: A Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Management, Communications, or a related field with knowledge and/or interest in the field of international development, Master’s degree is preferred Strong organizational skills Experience and/or desire to support CSOs build their capacity, or experience working/volunteering with small organizations Strong written and verbal communicator (English) Outgoing, enthusiastic, creative, and a tremendous amount of flexibility A self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and limited resources such as intermittent electricity or internet Adventurous person willing to work in the least developed region of Uganda Cultural sensitivity is essential Living   Conditions: The intern will reside in a shared guest house in Kotido District. Internet, electricity and running water are generally available. Access to medical services is limited. Security in Karamoja is good. The intern will have free weekends that can be used for tourism and safari activities at their own expense. Mercy Corps interns and team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues. Diversity is powerful. To achieve transformational change, we seek out team members with different origins, beliefs, backgrounds and ways of thinking. Diversity helps us unlock complexity. http://jobs.jobvite.com/mercycorps/job/oSXH9fwp

Uganda- Leadership Initiative Technical Support Intern Programming  Kotido, Uganda Description  INTERN WORKSITE LOCATION : Kotido/Moroto District, Uganda LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP:  April – October (Flexible as long as 3 months minimum) Availability: M-F 9am-5pm (Flexbile) INTERN SUPERVISOR & CONTACT INFORMATION:  Market Systems Development Manager FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR THE INTERNSHIP:  $500/month stipend Mercy Corps responsibilities For the duration of this internship assignment the intern will receive: Accommodation in shared guesthouse in Karamoja sub-region Per diem while out of duty station Sim card to facilitate communication Visa costs ISOS emergency medical evacuation insurance Transportation between Karamoja and Kampala Field travel costs Mercy Corps email address and online tools All other tools, materials and communication requirements for this SoW to be undertaken Intern responsibilities Intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with: Air travel to/from Uganda Medical insurance Vaccinations Living expenses Providing an adequate computer to complete the necessary work All other costs associated with the internship PROJECT DESCRIPTION :  Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Mercy Corps Uganda is implementing a five year USAID funded Activity named Apolou in the Eastern Districts of the Karamoja sub-region of Uganda. The Activity is implemented in four Districts of Karamoja: Kotido, Kaabong, Moroto and Amudat. It covers programmatic areas including: crop production, agricultural input sales, livestock production, veterinary pharmaceuticals, construction of household latrines, construction of small market infrastructure, WASH infrastructure repair, storing of commodities among other areas. The Activity has 7 subawardee partnerships including local CSOs and INGOs. The Activity has four strategic objectives: Inclusive and effective governance contributes to food and nutrition security Adolescent girls, Pregnant and Lactating Women, and Children under 5 are nutritionally secure Adoption of improved WASH practices Improved livelihoods and income support household food security Apolou is committed to building the talent and capacity of our energetic and entrepreneurial team members. The Activity plans to roll out a Leadership Initiative which will build the hard and soft skills of rising leaders and staff members across our field offices. The intern will work closely with Apolou management and the associated technical team members to roll out trainings, workshops, events and to develop materials in support of this initiative. LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  The intern will have a unique opportunity to understand the challenges and rewards of internal capacity building within a large team of 150+ staff members, while working in the fascinating context of Karamoja, Uganda, as part of an energetic and entrepreneurial team. The intern will be exposed to Mercy Corps’ unique approach to team capacity building (People with Possibilities, among others). DELIVERABLES: Successful planning and delivery of training and mentorship to staff participating in the Apolou Leadership Initiative demonstrated by a final comprehensive report and associated training materials THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: A Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Management, HR, or a related field with knowledge and/or interest in the field of international development, Master’s degree is preferred Strong organizational skills Experience and/or desire to support team members build their capacity Strong written and verbal communicator (English) Outgoing, enthusiastic, creative, and a tremendous amount of flexibility A self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and limited resources such as intermittent electricity or internet Adventurous person willing to work in the least developed region of Uganda Cultural sensitivity is essential Living   Conditions: The intern will reside in a shared guest house in Kotido/Moroto District. Internet, electricity and running water are generally available. Access to medical services is limited. Security in Karamoja is good. The intern will have free weekends that can be used for tourism and safari activities at their own expense. Mercy Corps interns and team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues. Diversity is powerful. To achieve transformational change, we seek out team members with different origins, beliefs, backgrounds and ways of thinking. Diversity helps us unlock complexity. http://jobs.jobvite.com/mercycorps/job/omYH9fwU

Resilience Director Programming  Moroto, Uganda Description About Mercy Corps Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible.  In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions  into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.  Now, and for the future. GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY The Resilience Director for Karamoja will provide in-depth technical guidance and mentoring in resilience approaches for key complex, resilience-focused programs in Karamoja Uganda.  S/he will partner closely with lead program managers, technical officers and advisors, and monitoring and evaluation team to ensure resilience-thinking supports design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation processes within and across programs, and supports greater impact. In addition to strengthening technical approaches in resilience, s/he will be responsible for guiding teams and capturing program successes, failures, and lessons-learned, and facilitating adaptive management and reflective processes to ensure learning improves programming. S/he will directly and manage and oversee resilience research and learning program components Team and partner capacity-building and technical support Work closely with Managers to set team capacity-building priorities to ensure integration of resilience approaches into program design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning. Facilitate processes with team members that allow for integration of resilience approaches to improve sector-based and cross-sectoral programming, and get to impact Adapt and develop context and program-specific guidance, tools and trainings to advance the integration of resilience-thinking and action into program systems, to support results Coordinate and deliver support visits, training workshops and sharing/designing tools and resources that facilitate team capacity-building in resilience Provide technical support and mentoring to program managers and team members in ensuring high-quality, impactful implementation in resilience, documentation of lessons and taking initiatives to scale. Identify capacity-building needs and opportunities in resilience for program partners, to support an integrated resilience approach across programs Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.   Monitoring, measurement and Learning Facilitate the development of a resilience monitoring and learning agenda, tied to program outcomes Mentor program M&E and implementing teams to implement a resilience monitoring system, to track resilient program outcomes and document lessons-learned. Work with program teams to develop and facilitate an adaptive management process, to reflect on resilience monitoring results, take stock of successes and failures, and make program adjustments as necessary Work with teams to set and oversee the delivery of research and learning priorities in resilience, in consultation with donor, including measuring resilience at systems level Identify opportunities for ensuring resilience programs can demonstrate evidence and deliver compelling messages on what works best for resilience, Oversee support systems and structures that actively cultivate learning and exchange on resilience approaches team members and partner agencies; serve as technical lead on resilience across partner agencies Identify opportunities to professionally document and promote best practices and lessons learned that respond to the priority research and thought leadership topics. Coordinate the development of high quality learning products, program briefs and thought pieces articulating and sharing evidence and proxy indicators of success for building resilience Representation, partnership and outreach Facilitate liaising and maintaining strong relationships with donors and partners, jointly identifying resilience priorities and opportunities for influence and demonstrating impact Represent Mercy Corps Kenya and Uganda in strategic internal and external high-profile resilience events and conferences, including with donors, higher-level government stakeholders and multilateral institutions. Connect our thought leadership and influence agenda to representation and outreach efforts. Identify strategic partners for resilience building in collaboration and facilitate outreach and coordination efforts Promote resilience work within the organization and cultivate participation in communities of practice   Organisational learning As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.   Accountability to Beneficiaries Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically  to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects. Supervisory Responsibility: None   Reports Directly To:  Chief of Party, Apolou Works Directly With:  Secondary report to Regional Resilience Director, ESA Hub; Global Resilience team, Country Director, Program and M&E teams, DcoP, Apolou, Apolou Team Knowledge and Experience MA/S or equivalent experience in agriculture, environmental management, governance or other relevant international development field required. Minimum seven years of experience in program management, design, monitoring and evaluation, with proven ability to coordinate and manage diverse, complex initiatives. Thorough understanding of resilience thinking required, with an understanding of Mercy Corps’ approach to resilience a plus. Strong understanding of food security, youth, urbanization, market systems development, and environmental programs required. Experience in international development and humanitarian assistance in East Africa is strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate processes to use research and M&E to improve program learning and adaptive management. Strong representation, networking and facilitation skills. Proven ability to synthesize and communicate complex subjects/topics effectively to multi-stakeholder groups. Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills. Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring, and other formal and non-formal methods. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a diverse, geographically spread team.   Success Factors The successful candidate will apply a strong combination of program leadership and relationship-building skills with an outstanding ability to contribute to innovation, influence and impact across a set of complex contexts and multi-sector programs. With a high capacity to deliver results under tight deadlines with multiple priorities, the Resilience Director will have the ability to strategically develop and guide a course of action for Mercy Corps’ complex resilience programs under his/her mandate. Commitment, flexibility and openness to new practices, concepts, ideas and change for continuous improvement will serve the position and team well. Public relations skills are integral success factors in this position.  Excellent negotiation and communication skills will foster the development of donor and partner relationships. Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions This position is based in Kampala with 40% travel to domestic sites, primarily Moroto in the Karamoja region, and regionally, primarily to Kenya and Zimbabwe. Travel to other locations for regional representation may be required. When in the field the team member will need to able to work in remote settings and possibly over weekends and/or evening as required by the schedule. Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues. Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps’ vision. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment http://jobs.jobvite.com/mercycorps/job/oYS59fwO

Team Leader-Shelter and Infrastructure Job title:  Team Leader-Shelter and Infrastructure Reporting to:  Project Support Manager Technical line manager:  Project Support Manager Direct reports:  Project Support Manager Overall purpose of the role: Supervise members in team Deliver technical support and guidance to team Ensure the quality of the planning, implementation and follow up of all technical aspects of the sector activities being implemented by DRC Develop and maintain good relations with the persons of concern, relevant stakeholders and other humanitarian actors, to support adequate implementation and coordination of DRC’s sector activities Sector responsibilities : Provision of emergency shelter, emergency cash grants, rehabilitation of housing, provision of physical infrastructure like roads, bridges, community centres, irrigation systems or other community structures, facilitation and training of infrastructure management groups at community level, facilitation and funding of community development plans, initiatives for disaster risk reduction at community level. Responsibilities: Management Lead and manage the team (including people planning, performance, well-being and development) Ensure effective planning and quality implementation of the sector/support activities Ensure daily monitoring of area activities of NURI. Asses the daily quality Provide technical support and inputs. Reporting Programming & Operations Ensure efficient and effective program implementation while following the budget and work plan of NURI Participate in preparing monthly/quarterly/annual highlights/reports and proposals and budgets for donors Lead the team in carrying out monitoring and evaluation exercises Coordination and representation Collaborate with relevant internal and external technical experts on sector relevant issues( District local government authorities in the relevant district ,OPM, UNHCR ,CF etc Represent DRC at meetings and other relevant technical coordination meetings Ensure integration with other DRC sectors and implementing partners like DFAs in the district of operation. Project development Develop project plans and budgets for funding Work with quality Assistant to develop projects tools Project implementation and reporting Monitor and evaluate projects Logistics/Finance Support the monitoring of financial commitments and expenditures against budgets and provide timely feedback on budget follow-up Plan and coordinate proactively logistics and movements of staff from and to different operational areas Initiate procurements and ensure their execution Ensure distribution plans are prepared and shared with logistics in a timely manner As Team Leader the post-holder is responsible for the following: Accountable for people management of employees, usually working in the same area of work Accountable for ensuring that agreed work plans and tasks set by the next-level up Manager are implemented on time Initiating the hiring and firing of employees and conducting performance appraisals are permitted at this level, but are closely overseen by the Project Support Manager. Experience and technical competencies: Minimum 3 years of management experience at a mid to senior level, preferably with experience in the field of humanitarian response and refugee protection working for an international NGO, UN agency, relevant ministry, or local authority. Minimum 3 years of practical experience in sector area working for an INGO Proven management skills and a competence in people management Commitment to learning and implementing organizational policies and procedures. Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Full professional proficiency in English Field experience All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies: Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes. Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback. Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly. Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. Education: Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Agriculture  other relevant fields, A Master's degree in political science, international development, economics will be an added advantage Languages: Fluency in Lugbara, Madi ,Alur ,Kakwa, Acholi and other Languages spoken in West Nile will be an added advantage Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies. Applications close on 27 th  June 2019. Equal Opportunity Gender Equality:  DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels in light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap. Equal Opportunity:  DRC is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethinic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics. DRC as an employer   By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our: Professionalism, impact & expertise Humanitarian approach & the work we do Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution Culture, values & strong leadership Fair compensation & continuous development Read more here about what our employees say about working in DRC.  DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.  Visit drc.ngo to read more about what we do to secure robust safeguarding mechanisms.  If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit  drc.ngo/jobsupport . https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1036&ProjectId=156334&uiculture=eng&MediaId=5

Shelter and infrastructure Assistant-Public Works Job title:  Shelter and Infrastructure Assistant- Public Works Reporting to:  Team Leader-Shelter and Infrastructure Technical line manager:  Project Support Manager Direct reports:  Team Leader -Shelter and Infrastructure Overall purpose of the role: The Infrastructure Assistant will be purely responsible for strategic intervention and supervision of the labour intensive infrastructure activities in the areas assigned. Responsibilities: Coordination and Representation Report to the Shelter and Infrastructure Team Leader while executing out programmed activities in all the sub counties assigned. Related linkages representing the organization within its internal guidelines/standards and those of donor partners. Attend and represent the interests of DRC in all infrastructure related meetings with the Lower Local Governments and Coordination Function. Represent DRC to the Local Authorities and other stakeholders in the district of operation as assigned. Mobilize and sensitize communities on NURI project activities Participate in radio talk shows on public works activities in area assigned Project Implementation Mobilize and sensitize communities within the project operation areas assigned to you. Supervise delivery of materials to project sites in Sub County of assignment. Supervise the implementation of infrastructure projects/Public works in area of jurisdiction. Ensure that proper groups’ attendance registers are accurately logged, updated and displayed to facilitate cash payment to NURI project beneficiaries. Ensure that DRC program/activities are carried out with pace, effectiveness, efficiency and in compliance with Internal/Donor and National policies/Operational Standards/Rural infrastructure/water resources management manual. Ensure all relevant local stakeholders are involved in the planning, implementation and monitoring of the infrastructure projects. Ensure safe custody of tools and other assets of organization in his/her possession. Uphold DRC code of conduct. Organize trainings for Project Management Committee (PMC), Project User Committee (PUC) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time Attend to any other duties assigned Experience and technical competencies:                                                             Minimum 2 year of relevant work experience in the field of public works. Experience in public works in northern Uganda and West Nile Excellent Computer skills in MS word, excel Experience with following standard procedures and guidelines Advanced English proficiency Fluency in English and local languages is a must Must have a valid ridding permit  All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:    Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.   Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.   Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.   Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.   Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. "                                                                                                                Education: Diploma or degree in the following areas: - Development studies, Social Sciences, Agriculture/ Forestry, Engineering and any other related field Languages: Fluency in Madi, Lugbara, kakwa, Nubian and Arabic are a must. Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies. Applications close on 27 th  June 2019. Equal Opportunity Gender Equality:  DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels in light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap. Equal Opportunity:  DRC is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethinic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics. DRC as an employer   By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our: Professionalism, impact & expertise Humanitarian approach & the work we do Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution Culture, values & strong leadership Fair compensation & continuous development Read more here about what our employees say about working in DRC.  DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.  Visit drc.ngo to read more about what we do to secure robust safeguarding mechanisms.  If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit  drc.ngo/jobsupport . https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1036&ProjectId=156335&uiculture=eng&MediaId=5

About Mercy Corps Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. In Uganda, Mercy Corps has been working since May 2006 by focusing its programming on Health, adolescent girls’ empowerment, economic development, conflict mitigation, and humanitarian response. General Position Summary The Procurement Officer is responsible for carrying out all procurement aspects of Mercy Corps' operation. Working closely with Program, Administration, Finance and Logistics, the Procurement Officer is very instrumental in supporting program activities and in ensuring effectiveness and efficiency in delivery of services to the organization. The procurement officer is expected to do field visits to support field teams. Essential Job Functions ·  Procurement; · Daily coordination of Mercy Corps procurement activities; · Have a full understanding of Mercy Corps procurement policies, regulations and forms. · Assist Program and operational personnel in regular procurement planning meetings. · Assists staff as needed on creating clear and understandable purchase requests and other documentation; · Along with other procurement team members, coordinate all MC tenders and tender processes ensuring transparency, competitiveness and compliance to Mercy Corps and Donor regulations. · Be the facilitator to the contracts committee ensuring all processes and committee meetings are documented, transaction documents properly reviewed, approved and filed in accordance with standard operating procedure. · Collects quotations, pricelists and bids from the market to facilitate procurements as per Mercy Corps standard operating procedures and policies. · Keep the procurement masterlist database up to date at all times. Prepare standard or adhoc reports as requested. · Ensure proper use of procurement paperwork including Purchase Request, Request for Quotations, Bid Analysis, Purchase Order, Service Contract, Goods Received Note and Payment Request. Forms are completed to MC standards. · Interact with service providers, contractors, and other partners in coordination with the Program & Supervisor to ensure relationship is managed; · Sensitize vendors on Mercy Corps procurement procedures and advocate for high level of integrity. · Provide status reports on ongoing procurement transactions to respective programs. · Coordinate deliveries with requestors and vendors. · Maintain the filing of both hard copy and soft copy of the ongoing and complete Purchase Requests with all the supporting documents as required by the Mercy Corps Procurement Policy. · All incidents, procurement related, supplier related reports are captured and properly filed. · Enforce adherence to procurement thresholds, time –to-award timelines and approval authority matrix. · Coordinate with the Finance Department to ensure that payments to vendors are made on-time and without unnecessary strain on the financial systems of MC. · Ensure that all Mercy Corps' procurement activities are legal and moral. · In cooperation with financial management staff, help to ensure compliance with established financial management rules and procedures for all MC procurement and personnel. · Maintain a file on market prices for commonly bought items, and continuously review for any changes in market prices. · Maintain and update Supplier Database. · Support in establishment of Master Supplier agreements, especially for commonly used items, with interval reviews for any market changes. · Maintain the integrity of the segregation of duties in the procurement cycle. · Orient all Mercy Corps employees to Procurement procedures as needed. Assists in training staff on procurement policies and procedures. · Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission. · Field travel up to 30% will be required. · Other duties as assigned by supervisor. ·  Asset, Warehousing and Commodity aspects; · Along with warehouse in charge, oversee activities associated with the delivery and receipt of goods/commodities from vendors to the office and to different planned field locations are properly done. · Coordinate with the Warehouse on delivery of items including completion of Goods Received Notes, storage of items and transfer of items to field sites. · Assists with asset management. Identify assets during the course of procurement. Receive and track entry of all procured assets into the required tools. Notify the Asset Controller when expecting receipt of assets. · Maintain strict adherence to MC and relevant donor asset and warehouse policies and procedures. · Adhere to proper goods receiving, storage and warehousing procedures. · Complete required and customary documentation for shipments to Uganda such as waybills, bills of lading, customs declarations. · With the warehouse in charge, ensure WH is notified on time on the arrival of supplies including commodities and assets. · All other activities to ensure the smooth and consistent delivery of goods and supplies to offices and/or distributions points. · Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Finance & Compliance Management · Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to Mercy Corps Field Procurement Manual, Field Finance Manual, Conflict of Interest Policy and all Mercy Corps Uganda policies Security · Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership. · Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies. Organizational Learning · As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves. Accountability to Beneficiaries Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects. Accountability: Accountable to all Mercy Corps policies and regulations as established by HQ and Mercy Corps Uganda Reports Directly to:  Procurement Manager, Kampala Supervisory Responsibility: None Works Directly with:  Logistics, Operations, Administration, Finance, and Program Leaders and Team Members Ethics and Integrity All Mercy Corps staff member are expected to behave ethically and demonstrate highest integrity in their professional and personal life. Mercy Corps has zero tolerance to any form of fraud, corruption, abuse, harassment or exploitation. Any breach of our policies or misconduct will lead to disciplinary action or may lead to termination. Knowledge and Experience · A Degree in Logistics and Procurement Management is desired · 3+ years’ experience in logistics and procurement with strong organizational skills · Ability to maintain the procurement and logistics filing system, · Ability to interact effectively with international and national personnel · Adaptability to unanticipated circumstances, · Microsoft Office computer skills and experience with using email. · Ability to communicate in English. · Proven ability to solve problems independently without supervision · Proven track record of highest personal integrity Success Factors The successful candidate will be capable of multi-tasking, rapid decision-making, have initiative, drive and a lot of energy, as well as high emotional intelligence, constructive mentoring skills and proven experience with capacity building. S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level. Successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and challenging environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority. Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps' policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues HOW TO APPLY: How to apply : Submit your application through email to  ug-mcjobs@mercycorps.org  addressed to the Human Resource Director, Mercy Corps Uganda. Include a cover letter clearly stating your salary requirements, CV (with 3 referees), and copies of academic qualifications/certificates.    

Job Description Readvertisement: Operations Manager, West Nile - Uganda 13545-17N0906 Northern Arua  Only National applicants will be considered. Position: Operations Manager Report to: Associate Response Director  Location: West Nile, Uganda Purpose of the position: The purpose of this position is to lead the West Nile Refugee Response Operations Team, providing direction, oversight and coordination to ensure that all programs are implemented to achieve desired results while adhering to humanitarian standards processes and budgets. Major Responsibilities: Leadership Provide program oversight, ensuring the program is meeting accountability and international standards, goals and implementation objectives as per program strategy; Understand the needs and situation in the field and communicate these to the grants acquisition team through quarterly needs and gap analysis. Ensure that all emergency response projects have clear exit or transition strategies established and implemented during project implementation period leading to sustainability of project interventions. Participate in strategic organization meetings including SLT, NO strategic planning and progress review meetings. Advise the Regional Operations Manager and the Senior Leadership team on the strategic direction of the emergency response. Team Management Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performances reviews Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives Program Management Lead effective planning (including staff, procurement and budget planning), management, implementation, monitoring and reporting of all projects in close collaboration with support functions i.e. procurement, logistics, P&C Safety and Security and Administration). Ensure that the plans are implemented within overall timeframes, leaving room to adapt the process as necessary, bearing in mind this is a changing context Provide regular feedback to key stakeholders, most notably community members Oversee the transition of the projects including asset, staff and stakeholder management. Networking and Collaboration Responsible for the initiation and maintenance of effective working relationships and communication with internal and external stakeholders including World Vision Uganda (WVU) staff based at NO, relevant departments and ministries of the Governments of Uganda, UN agencies and other key humanitarian agencies Represent World Vision at local coordination and interagency meetings Participate and provide contributions to joint agency assessments, task-force teams and workshops as required and in collaboration with the DRR Manager. Ensure regular flow of communication between field sites, program office, support offices and the greater World Vision Partnership Build effective working relationship with partners who represent the community beneficiaries with whom World Vision is working. Negotiate, make agreements and understandings, and establish standards and working agreements. Monitoring & Reporting Facilitate effective monitoring, evaluation, documentation and reporting in line with agreed donor guidelines, templates and organizational targets and standards Oversee the development of and submission of quality project reports in accordance with donor guidelines and templates. Oversee the establishment of functioning programme level M&E system and utilization of the information from the M&E database; and contribute M&E data to the National Office integrated M&E database as per agreed schedule. Manage grant projects information and documentation processes, and ensure effective communication of the program/project results. Provide internal monthly reports (progress against planned activities, expense against estimated budget, etc) of program and grant project activities to the Regional Operations Manager as per agreed schedule Resources Mobilization Participate in project design and engagement with strategic partners to ensure quality program development Build staff capacity in grant acquisition and management (fundraising and donor engagement). Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience Postgraduate qualification in Humanitarian Emergency Affairs, International Relations, social sciences or a related field. At least 5 years field experience in a developing country programming context preferably in humanitarian relief and experience working in conflict/war zones with international consortiums Clear understanding of the functioning of major UN agencies, international donors and governmental agencies in their respective programs, approaches and standards. Ability to relate and represent WV to these major program partners, in a professional manner. Experience in relief and development work using an approach of facilitation and empowering local communities. Ability to work without supervision, and demonstrate initiative and innovation. Proven analytical and problem solving abilities. Requires good interpersonal skills. Good oral and written communication skills in English. Flexible, able to adapt style and management approaches to varied work contexts. Ability to train and supervise a multi-cultural staff. Must be prepared to travel and work in harsh and basic conditions. How to apply: Please submit your application and complete Curriculum Vitae, to Website: https://careers.wvi.org/job-opportunities-in-uganda Address your application to the People & Culture Specialist, Recruitment, World Vision Uganda Deadline for receiving applications is 26th May, 2019. (Qualified natives of West Nile region are particularly encouraged to apply) https://careers.wvi.org/jobs/uganda/field-operations/readvertisement-operations-manager-west-nile-uganda/12588