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Project and Partnership Support Officer job at ACTED Uganda | Apply Now
Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
ACTED Uganda is the national arm of the global humanitarian organization ACTED (Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development), dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities through emergency relief, resilience-building, and sustainable development initiatives. Operating in Uganda since 2007, ACTED has built a strong reputation for its agile, needs-based interventions and data-driven approaches that address issues such as food security, livelihoods, WASH, and refugee support. The organization is recognized for its transparency, accountability, and impactful programming, often working in hard-to-reach areas in collaboration with local stakeholders and international partners.
ACTED fosters a purpose-driven and inclusive work culture where staff are empowered through continuous learning, cross-functional exposure, and opportunities to grow in humanitarian and development sectors. With diverse roles ranging from field operations to project management and MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning), ACTED offers both national and international job opportunities, often with flexible and field-based arrangements. Its innovative 3Zero business model—Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon, and Zero Poverty—drives the organization's commitment to inclusive and sustainable change.
Though part of a large global network operating in over 40 countries, ACTED Uganda remains locally focused, reaching thousands across multiple regions. Guided by values of responsibility, impact, independence, and transparency, ACTED is deeply committed to social accountability and ethical humanitarianism. For more information, visit www.acted.org.
Job Title
Project and Partnership Support Officer job at ACTED Uganda
ACTED Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Project and Partnership Support Officer
Organization: ACTED – IMPACT Initiatives
Location: Uganda
Position Summary
IMPACT is seeking a motivated and experienced Project and Partnership Support Officer (PPSO) to support the regional Projects and Partnerships Support Manager (PPSM), based in Kampala. The PPSO will contribute to grant management, fundraising, proposal development, donor engagement, and partnerships across East Africa.
This role is ideal for a proactive professional with strong communication and coordination skills, experience in humanitarian project development, and a keen eye for detail.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
1. Fundraising & External Relations
Support the identification of regional and country-specific funding opportunities.
Track donor engagement, proposals, and funding prospects using internal tools (e.g., Funding Tracker).
Assist in developing regional and country-level partnerships with NGOs, academia, private sector, and think tanks.
Support collaboration and communication with ACTED on project development and grant-related matters.
2. Grant Management
Assist in proposal writing, including concept notes and logframes, in alignment with IMPACT’s strategic priorities.
Liaise with internal teams (Research, Finance, Operations) to ensure technical quality and compliance.
Support the review and negotiation of contracts and donor agreements.
Ensure proper documentation, data entry (e.g., Ninox database), and internal communication on deliverables and reporting obligations.
3. Reporting
Contribute to the drafting of high-quality narrative and M&E reports for donors.
Coordinate with program and finance teams to ensure consistency between narrative and financial reports.
Support partner engagement during reporting and compliance processes.
4. Partnerships
Assist with the due diligence and vetting of local and international partners.
Facilitate sub-grant agreement processes and ensure database updates.
Act as a liaison for day-to-day communications with implementing partners.
5. Monitoring & Evaluation
Ensure M&E frameworks are aligned with project proposals and donor requirements.
Support the integration of M&E findings into project development and reporting.
Monitor project performance and provide feedback to relevant stakeholders.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Science, Economics, or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in project development or grants management in the humanitarian sector.
Solid understanding of donor requirements and humanitarian coordination mechanisms.
Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Office 365, and Adobe tools.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Fluency in English is required.
How to Apply
Interested Ugandan nationals meeting the qualifications are invited to apply by submitting:
A single PDF document containing a cover letter (first page) and a detailed CV (starting on the second page), including three work-related referees.
Email to: uganda.jobs@acted.org
Subject Line: Project and Partnership Support Officer
Deadline: 20th July 2025, by 5:00 PM EAT
Note: Only applications with the exact subject line will be considered. Shortlisting is done on a rolling basis, and ACTED reserves the right to fill the position before the deadline.
