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About the Organisation
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) enables governments and empowers people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, sustainable development and economic opportunity. We contribute to creating stable and inclusive societies where every person can live free from fear and want, in dignity and under the rule of law.
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Kampala, Uganda
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated exclusively to promoting the rule of law to advance peace and sustainable development. Transitioning from an NGO to an intergovernmental organization in 1991, IDLO now has 34 member states and operates in over 90 countries, collaborating with various legal systems to empower individuals and communities to claim their rights, while providing governments with the expertise to uphold them.
Headquartered in Rome, Italy, with a branch office in The Hague, IDLO fosters a work culture that emphasizes sustainability, human rights, people-centered approaches, legal pluralism, transparency, accountability, and partnership. The organization offers job opportunities that allow employees to engage in impactful work aimed at building more peaceful, inclusive, and resilient societies. IDLO's business model focuses on delivering tailored rule of law solutions through capacity development and partnership-building, addressing the specific needs of justice seekers.
Core values include a commitment to inclusion, integration, and innovation, ensuring that all work is guided by principles that empower individuals and strengthen institutions. For more information, visit their official website at https://www.idlo.int/.
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Full Time
Deadline:
6 Dec 2024
Job Title
Programme Lead job at International Development Law Organization
International Development Law Organization
Job Description
Job Title: Programme Lead
Organisation: International Development Law Organization (IDLO)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Annual Salary: USD 60,000
Under the direct supervision of the Country Manager, the Programme Lead engages with internal and external functions to develop, implement, and manage large/innovative programs, including developing the design and management of the complete work and staffing plan and budget.
Under the direct supervision of the Country Manager, the Programme Lead represents IDLO with Partners, IDLO HQ staff and Government officials, technical advisors, experts, donors, and civil society.
Summary of Functions:
Oversee programme implementation and ensure that all project phases are consistent with the project design and delivery schedule and in line with IDLO processes and procedures.
Monitor programme activities to ensure programme compliance with donor contracts and procedures and that program cycle quality controls are in place.
Programme Development and Programme Representation.
Lead the programme team, ensuring effective, efficient, result-based and timely delivery of activities and results.
Act as a deputy to the Country Manager.
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.
All interested applicants who wish to apply for the International Development Law Organization (IDLO) are encouraged to apply online at the Apply Button below.
Deadline: 6th December 2024 by 23:59 Rome time
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How to Apply
Responsibilities:
Oversee programme implementation, including work planning, implementation, budget management, monitoring, and reporting, and ensure that all phases of the project are consistent with the project design and delivery schedule and IDLO processes and procedures.
Monitor programme implementation issues, including revisions to project design and work plans; make decisions for timely and optimal course corrections;
Maintain oversight of the overall financial management and accurate financial forecasts, including reviewing financial reports, identifying areas of overspending or underspending, and flagging any urgent budgetary issues;
Develop, review, and provide inputs to annual and quarterly reports; clear the submission of financial and narrative reports; highlighting the value and impact the program/activity brings;
Design, research, draft, and edit legal working papers, memos, briefs, and other original materials in the field experience, and utilize these materials for the development of relevant outputs;
Ensure programme deliverables meet quality standards and proactively seek input from relevant substantive internal experts.
Monitor programme activities to ensure programme compliance with donor contract as well as quality standards.
Ensure compliance with programme contracts and subcontracts;
Conduct research on legal, political, social, and economic events, trends, and/or developments relating to the programme; respond to internal and external requests for such research;
Design, research, draft, and edit legal working papers, memos, briefs, and other original materials in the field experience, and utilize these materials for the development of relevant outputs;
Ensure programme deliverables meet quality standards and proactively seek input from relevant substantive internal experts.
Programme Development and Programme Representation.
Represent IDLO in programme events, and under the guidance of the supervisor, build relationships and liaise with donors, UN agencies, government institutions; CSO’s and other stakeholders in the rule of law field through meetings and the preparation of reports and briefs;
In coordination with the supervisor, generate ideas and identify new programme opportunities; provide substantive input in the development of proposals or concept notes aimed at innovatively expanding IDLO’s programme portfolio in line with country/regional/organizational strategies;
Responsible for design of implementation plans by means of standardized programme cycle management tools, logic models and frameworks, work plans, monitoring reports, and others.
Lead the programme team ensuring effective, efficient, result-based and timely delivery of activities and results.
Effectively lead the team by providing clear direction, addressing development, and performance management through ongoing dialogue, and mentoring; fostering a teamwork approach in meeting objectives and goals; address possible conflicts in a positive and constructive manner; encourage initiative and maintain effective working relationships within a multi-cultural setting;
Responsible for developing staffing plans, coordinating with Human Resources in the recruitment and selection of employees and consultants;
Oversee the monitoring of contracts, responsible for providing recommendations on amendments and changes to contracts and status.
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Academic qualifications: Graduate degree (masters of equivalent) in Law, International Relations Development Studies or other related field is required.
Work experience: 8- 10 years of significant relevant professional experience within an international organization, designing and implementing complex programmes.
Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Specific knowledge, skills, and competencies:
Familiarity with standard program and data management tools, as well as results-based management and monitoring and evaluation principles;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficient use of other ICT software and internet software;
Works well with others and actively participates. Shares information, contributes, encourages and motivates others to become involved in team activities. Provides constructive feedback and willingly helps others. Contributes to a fair environment that fosters collaboration and cooperation. Works effectively across and within IDLO organizational boundaries;
Acts as a role model and offers guidance to colleagues. Takes initiative to share knowledge, experiences and information with others. Accepts and gives constructive feedback (up, down and across) to develop and motivate others;
Proven ability to see through tasks set and deliver results;
The ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility and an entrepreneurial spirit;
Ability and willingness to travel to the region, if necessary;
Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and commitment to IDLO’s mandate. Self-motivated and dynamic with a willingness and ability to use initiative to assist the organization to achieve its objectives.
Terms & Conditions
For this internationally recruited position, IDLO shall offer the selected candidate an Affiliate contract of 12 months, with the possibility of extension subject to performance and availability of funding.
IDLO shall also offer a yearly basic salary of USD 60,000 and a benefits package including provident fund contribution, medical and mission insurance, leave entitlements in accordance with IDLO Employee Regulations and Rules. Relocation and installation support are also available for internationally recruited employees.
