LFS Coordinator Kampala (Open for Nationals Only)

Females are highly encouraged to Apply. 

What we are looking for The purpose of the LFS Coordinator is to provide technical backstopping to and ensure effective implementation of all resilient livelihoods and food security interventions (agricultural/ Natural Resource Management/ VSLA and Nutrition sensitive interventions) in Kampala & SW in response to needs of refugees, asylum seekers, IDPs, host community and returnees. What you will do

Generic responsibilities (max 10)

1. Adherence to NRC policies, guidance, and procedures
2. Contribute to LFS strategy development, project proposals, provide input on needs and gaps, including on protection risks, and needs to the Multi- CC Manager.
3. Manage and implement portfolio of LFS projects (activities, budget, and project documentation) as delegated from Multi- CC Manager in line with proposals, strategies, and donor requirements, and ensure high technical quality.
4. Help in conducting needs assessment data collection, analysis, and report generation on periodic basis.
5. Provide regular progress reports and flag any challenges or implementation delays to the Multi CC Manager and CC Specialist.
6. Promote and share ideas for technical improvement and necessary changes in the activities.
7. Explore and assess new and better ways to assist projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection.
8. Ensure capacity building and transfer of key skills to staff and partners.
9. Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders, including NGOs and UN agencies.
10. Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.

Specific responsibilities 

• Lead the start-up, assessment, and implementation, and close-out of Livelihoods and Food Security projects.
• Oversees timely, efficient, and quality implementation of LFS projects and activities in Kampala SW Area Office by ensuring that all document guiding implementations such as budgets, DIPs, cash forecasts are developed and/ or periodically updated and used correctly.
• Oversee projects implementation duties, ensure donor compliance for all activities, and interface with colleagues in the support section to ensure adherence to donor policies and internal procurement procedures.
• Co-operate closely with counterparts from other NRC core competencies to ensure integration of NRC services in targeted areas and ensure the same for all project staff.
• Design and implement, in coordination with the LFS Specialist and M&E unit, appropriate M&E systems and tools to measure programme quality and evaluate the impact, cost-effectiveness, and relevance of activities.
• Responsible for compilation of bi-weekly and donor reports on the CC activities, ensuring that information generated by field staff is of quality and consistent before submission and further dissemination.
• Train Livelihoods & food security field staff, partners and relevant stakeholders on basic Livelihoods & food security concepts and tools
• Works with officers in planning community meetings for beneficiaries and stakeholders
• Line management/supervise LFS field staff to aid efficient and effective service delivery to beneficiaries during project implementation.
• Liaises with local leaders and authorities giving overview of project activities, seeking their support and participation where required.
• Oversee the beneficiary selection process, based on guidance and procedures set by the M&E Coordinator.
• Keep track of project expenditures and flag any underspending/ overspending issues to the Multi CC Manager.
• Ensures that Baseline Surveys, Post distribution Monitoring (PDMs) and End-line surveys are carried out on time, including participating in data collection and data analysis as needed.
• Ensures that M&E plans are implemented on time, working closely with the M&E team in Mengo office.
• Participates in program performance reviews/ discussions as may be required.
• Attend technical working group meetings as agreed with MCC PM and PfV Specialist.
• Perform any other activities requested by line manager and Specialist.

Please download the LFS Coordinator JD 2024.docx to learn more about the position.

What you will bring

Generic professional competencies: 

• Experience from working in support functions in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge, and experience: 

• Holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, natural resource management, Environmental Science/Forestry or equivalence in a relevant field
• Postgraduate or Masters Qualification will be added Advantage.
• At least 5 years of experience working experience in food security and livelihoods projects, including exposure to Cash and Voucher Assistance and skills in climate smart agriculture.
• Documented results in supporting smooth Project Implementation from start to closure.
• Previous experience from working in complex refugee or internally displaced context required.
• Experience with key humanitarian/Development donors rules and regulations- ECHO, EU, UN- UNICEF, UNHCR, etc.….
• Experience in managing budgets and well versed in donor report writing.
• Demonstrated previous experience in supporting programs implementation teams on various/ multiple donor projects.
• Strong communication skills, who can build trust and confidently navigate both internally and externally at different levels.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Knowledge of the context in Uganda in particular Urban programming
• Managing performance and development

What we offer

• Duty station: Kampala Uganda
• Contract: national contract, 10 months (extension possible, dependent on funding and performance)
• Travel: up to 40% internally.
• Salary/benefits: grade 7 on NRC’s country salary scale.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: please click on the suitcase icon labelled “I am an employee” to be redirected to NRC’s internal careers site.
• Application is online only; Qualified Ugandan Nationals only.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email NRC Uganda Recruitment team @ [email protected]with the job title as the subject line.

Please Note:

1. NRC does not at any stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind. Further, NRC has not retained any agent to conduct recruitments on behalf of the organization.
2. NRC is committed to protecting staff and the people we serve within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and any kind of misconduct. NRC has specific policies, including our Code of Conduct, PSEA and Child Protection, which outlines the expected behavior and the responsibility of all staff, beneficiaries, Suppliers, consultants and other stakeholders and has Zero Tolerance towards any breach. Any candidate offered a job with NRC will be expected to sign NRC’s organizational Policies and Code of Conduct as part of their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
3. NRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
4. NRC is committed to a diverse workforce through Diversity Equity and Inclusion; therefore, Qualified Female Candidates, Refugees and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.

Why NRC?

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian Organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

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NRC’s programme in Uganda has a community-based approach and uses protection analysis to inform the response and target the most vulnerable refugees and host communities. The programme is multisector and anchored mainly on market-based interventions, with expertise in education, protection, livelihood and food security (LFS), water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) promotion, shelter and information, counselling and legal assistance (ICLA). NRC is present in all larger refugee hosting districts. Scaling up our activities with the hard-to-reach populations is our priority, resulting in an integrated urban programme, among other activities.

We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:

• Do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
• Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
• Be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.

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