Apply by: Aug. 16, 2024
LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.
A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-cantered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.
LWF Uganda works closely with United Nations agencies (UNHCR, UNFPA, UNICEF, WFP), PRM, EU/ECHO, BFTW, etc. LWF Related and faith-based agencies and their back donors.
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The LWF Uganda Program is looking for a qualified and experienced person to fill the following position:
Post Title: Project Assistant (Environment & Energy)
No. of Positions: One (1)
Duty Station: Kyangwali Sub Program
Reports to: Project Officer
Starting date: ASAP
Job Summary: Under the guidance of the Project Officer Livelihood and Environment, the Project Assistant is responsible for implementation of Environment and Energy activities for Kyangwali Sub Program in line with LWF Donor guidelines and procedures.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
In consultation with the Project Officer and other staffs organize and draw work plans weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual.
Implementation of environment and energy activities within the scope of the project.
Community mobilization, targeting and monitoring movement and distribution of environment and energy inputs to the target groups.
Work with the refugees and host communities to explore indigenous technical experiences and develop cropping mechanism towards environmental conservation and afforestation.
Conduct environment and energy trainings and sensitizations to the target beneficiaries.
Attend meetings with partners and stakeholders in the field for environment and energy.
Participate in surveys, assessments to continually identify environmental conservation and afforestation gaps and needs within project areas.
Conduct regular field visits to project site and update the project officer with the progress of project activities in the field
Prepare regular and comprehensive project progressive monthly and weekly reports.
Participate in Program evaluation
Create awareness to refugees and host communities in areas of operation on environmental conservation and afforestation.
Engage with relevant staff to put in place a detailed implementation plan for the
Environment and Energy activities
Ensure that the project beneficiaries i.e., refugees and host communities, are
participating as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of the
project.
Other
Performing any other official duties that may be assigned from time to time including delegation in support with the Project Officer or Sub Program Manager.
Education, Qualifications & Experience Required
A minimum of a diploma/ degree in Agriculture, Environmental science or forestry, Energy from a recognized University/Institution.
Past experience (at least 2 years) in implementing Energy and Environment Interventions in refugee and development contexts.
Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements
Problem Solving and Decision-Making skills
Ability to inspire and build capacity of national staff
Good interpersonal skills and excellent negotiation skills
Excellent English Language (both written and spoken)
Information Technology (MS Office, Internet)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently
Good team worker with good communication skills
He/ She should have a passion for environment conservation and should have good
organizational skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and to make decisions independently
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve
results in a demanding and fast paced environment
Experience of working with Humanitarian Setting
Ability to ride a motorcycle and with a valid riding permit is desirable
LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
Apply by: Aug. 16, 2024
