Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support on contextual analysis, identification of information needs and support the process of research and policy analysis to inform the thematic policy
• Plan, implement, and monitor program activities, prepare and submit periodic reports that address community priority, Just and Democratic Governance issues in line with the Unit Plan and program development in line with Country Strategy Paper.
• Offer support in the identification, appraising and selection of strategic partners and nurture such partnership in line with thematic strategy, MU principles and guidelines on partnerships
• Participate in the design of capacity plans for staff and partners implementing Just and Democratic Governance Activities in line with the Country Strategic Paper.
• Develop and Maintain Linkages and provide technical support to local and national organisations, movements, networks and coalitions on Just and democratic governance initiatives in line with Country Strategy Paper.
• Engage in local, national and international policy advocacy and campaigns work in line with Country Strategy Paper
• Develop a database of Just and democratic Governance Programme, monitor and document the performance and learning’s from the programme.
• Support in the identification and storage of thematic and programme knowledge needs for the program and its partners, in line with MU Knowledge Management strategy.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Sciences, humanities, Laws or any other related field from a recognized institution
• A certificate in project planning and management is an added advantage.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant working experience from a recognized institution, preferably an NGO
• Good understanding and knowledge of; HRBA programming, Monitoring and Evaluation, Governance accountability and community empowerment, Fundraising and resource mobilization
• Demonstrated passion to work for human dignity,
• Exhibit commitment to Actionaid values
• Planning and Budgeting skills
• Good communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Very vibrant and Spirit Activism
• Bold, Confident, openness and willingness to learn,
• Patient and tolerant person,
• Aware of the concept of citizenship,
• Demonstrated awareness of the Uganda context on Governance and Democratic issues
• Accountable and trustworthy
• Self-driven and willing to work extra hours

All those interested in working with this prestigious NGO, ActionAid should be addressed and delivered to:
HROE Director,
ActionAid Uganda,
Plot no. 2514/2515 Ggaba Road,
Opposite Kampala International University

Or send to P.O. Box 676 Kampala, Uganda

Email to Vacancies.Uganda@actionaid.org