Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children. Save the Children envisions a Uganda in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We strive to create impact for children by delivering our Programmes through partnerships, by being innovative, by acting as the voice for and of children, and by achieving results at scale. In Uganda, we implement programmes in six thematic programme areas of Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Education, Livelihoods & Food Security, Health, Nutrition and HIV/AIDS in development and emergency contexts.

Save the Children seeks to fill the following vacant positions and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Ugandan nationals.

Project Coordinator,

Child Rights Governance (2 positions)

Duty Stations: Bundibugyo and Gulu The Project Coordinator will work under the direct control and supervision of the Programme Manager, Child Rights Governance.

The Job holder will take overall responsibility for the technical implementation of the local level Child Rights Governance (CRG) thematic programme in the region; and provide technical and operational support to the national level implementation of the CRG Objective 2 on supporting implementation of Government Accountability mechanisms/ structures.

Academic back ground, Experience & Person Specifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in humanities, development studies, law, or any relevant field. Post Graduate training in Project Management and Community Development is an added advantage.
• At least 3 years of implementing programmes with strong linkage to the CRC, child rights governance and child rights programming preferably with International NGOs.
• Thorough understanding and demonstrated commitment to child rights issues including the link between promotion, protection and fulfilment of children’s rights.
• Working knowledge of policy development in relation to the CRC and Child rights programming.
• Understanding of -international and national government policies on the CRC, violence against children and how to contribute to their development with political analysis skills, sensitivity and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated Planning, organizing and negotiation skills.
• Computer literacy skills – MS Office applications, word, excel, PowerPoint, Spread sheets.
• Analysis and advocacy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Application information: Applications with detailed CVs indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors and copies of academic testimonials/ certificates should be submitted to; The Head of Human Resources & Administration Save the Children in Uganda Plot 68/70, Kira Road – P 0 Box 12018 – Kampala Or on email: recruitment@sciug.org Note: Closing date for receiving applications is 29th February 2012. Candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity. Save the Children in Uganda is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates are encouraged to apply.