The Dutch Consortium for Rehabilitation (DCR) Pamoja programme in Uganda is being implemented by Save the Children and ZOA Uganda. The programme covers Amuru, Nwoya, Pader/Agago, Amudat/Nakapiripirit districts. DCR is a 5 year programme, focusing on livelihood & food security, health (Integrated Community Case Management of childhood illnesses), education (formal and non- formal), community governance and sectoral systems strengthening.  Save the Children as the lead member, seeks to fill the following vacant position and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced nationals.

Program Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Specialist (1 position)

Duty Station; Gulu with regular travel to the Eastern and Northern parts of the country

The Program Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will work under the direct control and supervision of the DCR Consortium Manager in Kampala. The job holder will oversee the DCR program monitoring and evaluation and provide M&E technical Assistance to other DCR staff and partners in the implementation of M&E plans. He/she will also ensure that information reporting systems fulfil the needs of the DCR members to maximize quality programming and ongoing learning.

Academic back ground, Experience & Person Specifications;

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Development Studies, Epidemiology or related field, or equivalent accrued working experience.
• At least three years experience in setting up and managing M&E systems; Participatory assessment and monitoring; Data processing and analysis; Computerised word and data processing and Capacity building/Training others on M&E. Ability to organise and train DCR staff on M&E Good contextual knowledge related to civil society/ community assessment (i.e., Local community priorities, social and cultural constraints and local political and economic environment)
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Child Protection code of conduct.
• Effective interpersonal skills – oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy skills: Microsoft office especially word, spreadsheet, Access and other relevant software.

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 O 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