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Coordinator, Project job at ChildFund International | Apply Now
Masaka, Uganda
Every child needs someone who’s on their side – someone who cares about what happens to them and works to ensure their highest good. ChildFund is a global community of people who care about children and take action to help them live at their fullest potential at every stage of their lives.
They are people who know that we can’t afford to lose a single child to hunger, violence, disease or neglect. And that when children grow up healthy, educated and safe, everyone wins.
That’s why they partner to support children facing challenges no child should have to. Why they connect people, institutions and resources to help children in 23 countries beat the toughest obstacles in their lives. Because they need us, and we need them. Because we need each other, every single one of us.
Are you looking for Social work jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Coordinator, Project job at ChildFund International
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Deadline:
20 Jun 2025
Job Title
Coordinator, Project job at ChildFund International
ChildFund International
Job Description
Job Title: Coordinator, Project
Organisation: ChildFund International
Duty Station: Masaka, Uganda
The Project Coordinator will provide overall leadership and management in the implementation of a community-based Child Rights Monitoring and Remediation System (CRMRS) in selected coffee farming communities in the Greater Masaka region, Uganda – specifically in relation to community-based child protection and child protection case management. The overall objective is to ensure children’s fundamental protection rights are respected and promoted in and around the coffee farms and their communities in the specified geographical area.
The project Coordinator will ensure that the project deliverables are met as per the proposal. She/He will provide supervision and technical assistance to project staff and coordinate with partners both at the community and district level to ensure effective implementation of the project.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
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How to Apply
Remain alert and responsive to any Safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills that will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the ChildFund Safeguarding Policy.
Lead the planning and implementation of the CRMRS activities according to the approved proposal, ensuring deliverables and targets are met.
Manage the project budget ensuring timely resource utilization as per approved budget and adhering to both ChildFund International and donor requirements.
Ensure continuous monitoring of the implementation of project activities to ensure quality implementation.
Ensure project data is captured, well documented and contribute to knowledge management.
Lead project coordination with relevant stakeholders and partners for successful implementation of the project including participation in coordination meetings to foster partnerships.
Ensure timely submission of quality project progress reports, and other data and information as may be required.
Ensure establishment of adequate project documentation and correspondence is available for monitoring and future reference.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and coaching to project staff to ensure growth and delivery of service.
Undertake any other duties as shall be delegated by the supervisor
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A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and Social Administration, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a closely related field is required.
A Master’s degree in a related discipline is considered an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years of project management experience within an international NGO setting.
At least 3 years motorcycle riding experience with a valid riding permit.
Proven experience in leading medium to large-scale Child Protection programs in development contexts.
Demonstrated ability to manage high-quality, donor-funded projects.
Experience working within a consortium of partners is highly desirable.
ChildFund’s Core Competencies
Teamwork: Fosters team camaraderie, collaboration, and cohesion. Motivates the team towards achieving goals and exceeding expectations. Demonstrable attitude for teamwork.
Communication: Demonstrates understanding of the feelings, motivations, and perspectives of others, while adapting communications style based on target audience to influence action
Results orientation: Clearly outlines and communicates performance expectations and metrics to staff, aligning them with departmental and organizational goals. Provides regular feedback and suggests alternative approaches to meet organizational objectives.
Decision making: Coaches others to analyze information from varied sources to understand the root cause of problems and identify the best solution. Demonstrates ability to critically evaluate tasks and ruthlessly prioritize and triage.
Resilience: Maintains professionalism in difficult situations and unforeseen changes, supporting others in adjusting to change. Activates networks for others by making meaningful connections where appropriate.
Digital literacy: Identifies and experiments ways to incorporate technological solutions to departmental work processes. Encourages and models application of new technology at the departmental level by articulating the importance of digital transformation.
Other Required Competencies
Proven leadership and staff supervision skills, with a track record of building and sustaining high-performing teams.
Proficiency in computer applications and digital tools relevant to project management.
Written and oral communication skills in English; fluency in a local language is an advantage
Willingness to regularly travel across the project sites.
Proficient in stakeholder engagement and communication.
Manage multiple projects effectively under pressure.
Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities.
