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Gender and Safeguarding Officer job at Bayimba Cultural Foundation | Apply Now
Mukono, Uganda
Bayimba Cultural Foundation is a dynamic Ugandan non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts and culture as a driving force for social transformation, creativity, and sustainable development. With a mission to develop and strengthen the arts sector through training, capacity-building, events, and creative spaces, Bayimba has earned national and international acclaim for initiatives such as the Bayimba International Festival of the Arts and the DOADOA East African Performing Arts Market.
The foundation fosters a vibrant, collaborative work culture that values artistic expression, innovation, and community engagement, offering rewarding opportunities for artists, cultural professionals, and volunteers through both full-time and project-based arrangements. Since its inception in 2006, Bayimba has evolved from a grassroots initiative into a multifaceted cultural institution, innovating through its multidisciplinary approach and the establishment of creative hubs like Lunkulu Island.
With a broad reach across East Africa and partnerships worldwide, Bayimba embodies core values of inclusivity, excellence, sustainability, and empowerment. It actively engages in CSR by supporting youth, marginalized communities, and cultural preservation through its programs and platforms. For more information, visit www.bayimba.org.
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Full Time
Deadline:
3 Oct 2025
Job Title
Gender and Safeguarding Officer job at Bayimba Cultural Foundation
Bayimba Cultural Foundation
Job Description
Job Title: Gender and Safeguarding Officer (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Bayimba Cultural Foundation
Duty Station: Mukono, Uganda
Salary: UGX 6,600,000/=
Job Summary:
The Organization is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Gender and Safeguarding Officer to lead the development, implementation, and management of its gender and safeguarding policies and procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that Bayimba’s programs are safe, inclusive, and respectful of all participants, particularly women, girls, and vulnerable groups
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
If you are a motivated and experienced gender and safeguarding professional looking to join a dynamic team, please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, to info@bayimba.org and legal@bayimba.org
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How to Apply
Gender and Safeguarding policy Development:
Develop and implement, and review Bayimba’s gender and safeguarding policies and procedures.
Ensure that policies are aligned with international best practices and Ugandan laws and regulations
Risk Assessment and Mitigation:
Conduct risk assessments to identify potential safeguarding risks in Bayimba’s programmes
Develop and implement mitigating strategies to minimize risks
Capacity Building:
Provide technical support and capacity building for Bayimba Staff on gender and safeguarding issues
Develop and implement training programmes for staff on gender and safeguarding-related topics
Incident Reporting and Response:
Develop and implement incident reporting and response procedures
Ensure that incidents are reported and responded to in a timely and effective manner
Collaboration and Partnership:
Collaborate with the programme staff, management, and external partners to ensure that gender and safeguarding issues are integrated into programmes design and implementation
Represent Bayimba in gender and safeguarding-related forums and networks
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Bachelors’ degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, gender studies, human rights).
At least 3-5 years of experience in gender and safeguarding or a related field.
Strong knowledge in gender and safeguarding principles, methods, and tools
Experience working with vulnerable groups, particularly women and girls.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience with funders reporting and compliance.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the creative sector or with similar organizations.
Familiarity with Ugandan cultural context and development landscape.
Certification in gender and safeguarding or a related field.
What We Offer
Competitive salary.
Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative organization.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
