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Program Manager job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD) | Apply Now
Nebbi, Uganda
Full Time
Are you looking for Management jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Program Manager job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
About the Organisation
The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD), in partnership with six implementing organizations — African Agribusiness Incubation Network (AAIN), Omia Agribusiness, Agromax, Tropical Institute of Development Innovations (TRIDI), Uganda Rural Development and Training Institute (URDT), and Gudie Leisure Farm (GLF) — and in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, will implement a transformative five-year program titled “Sustainable Inclusive Youth Employment Pathways (SIYEP)”.
The SIYEP program is part of the Young Africa Works Strategy and aims to tackle youth unemployment among young women in West Nile, Karamoja, Acholi, Central, and Western Uganda. The initiative targets to directly reach 258,000 young women, including 7% refugees and 5% young women with disabilities (YWWDs). The goal is to transition 90% of participants into employment, and ensure 70% secure dignified and fulfilling work.
Key interventions will include institutional capacity building, market-relevant training, skilling, incubation, and improved access to capital and markets. Implementation will engage Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, local artisans, and incubation centers, working closely with both local and central government entities such as:
Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MoGLSD)
National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board (UBTEB)
Directorate of Industrial Training (DIT)
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
NGOs, CBOs, and existing Young Africa Works partners
AFARD is seeking qualified and competent professionals to fill the positions listed below.
Job Title
Program Manager job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Program Manager will be responsible for leading and coordinating the implementation of the SIYEP program in line with agreed targets and timelines. The role includes planning, monitoring, managing partnerships, reporting, budgeting, and team oversight. The manager will ensure that cross-cutting issues such as gender, disability inclusion, and safeguarding are integrated into all aspects of the program. The position demands leadership, teamwork, and a strong understanding of youth development, vocational training, and entrepreneurship, particularly in vulnerable or refugee-hosting settings.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Program Leadership and Management
Lead annual and quarterly planning, implementation, monitoring, and learning activities.
Manage human resources and program assets.
Monitor implementation progress and identify lessons and areas for improvement.
Ensure gender, disability inclusion, and safeguarding are mainstreamed in program delivery.
Consortium Coordination and Collaboration
Participate in regular consortium reflection events and decision-making processes.
Manage and resolve implementation challenges and conflicts.
Ensure timely and effective communication across stakeholders.
Budget and Financial Management
Oversee program budget and ensure compliance with funding guidelines.
Collaborate with the Accountant to review financial reports and make necessary adjustments.
Support internal and external audit processes.
Documentation, Reporting, and Learning
Prepare and submit timely narrative and financial progress reports.
Document program activities, achievements, challenges, and best practices.
Risk Management
Identify and mitigate potential risks to the program.
Ensure robust monitoring and quality control systems are in place.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, TVET institutions, private sector, and development partners.
Represent the program in relevant meetings and forums.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Master’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Education, Vocational/Technical Education, Agriculture, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Youth Development, or Management Studies.
Additional training in project planning, gender, disability inclusion, safeguarding, or financial management is an advantage.
At least 3 years of experience in youth skilling, entrepreneurship, and business development programs in Uganda.
Knowledge of entrepreneurial skilling and workforce development approaches for vulnerable and at-risk youth.
Experience working with government agencies, TVETs, private sector, and humanitarian/development partners.
Familiarity with operational tools like curricula, policies, and documentation processes.
Strong facilitation, communication, and report writing skills in English.
Experience working in refugee-host community settings.
Strong interpersonal and team collaboration abilities.
Willingness to travel to remote project sites.
How to Apply
Application Guidelines
Interested applicants should submit the following documents as one combined PDF file:
A signed application letter
A two-page motivation letter
Copies of relevant academic and experience credentials
A comprehensive CV with names and daytime contacts of three referees
Daytime phone contact numbers
All applications must be addressed to:
The Human Resources Office
And sent via email to procurement@afard.net no later than May 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your email.
Important Notes:
Qualified female candidates and refugees are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Applicants must be available for immediate engagement.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Successful applicants must undergo comprehensive screening, including checks for criminal records, child protection violations, sexual abuse, exploitation, and harassment. By applying, you consent to these checks.
