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Project Coordinator job at ActionAid International Uganda (AAIU) | Apply Now
Amudat District, Uganda
ActionAid International Uganda is a leading human rights and social justice organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities, particularly women and youth, to challenge injustice, fight poverty, and secure sustainable livelihoods. Operating in Uganda since 1982, ActionAid has earned a strong reputation for grassroots engagement, bold advocacy, and transformative programming that addresses systemic inequalities and promotes democratic governance.
The organization fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture centered on activism, collaboration, and continuous learning, offering meaningful job opportunities in areas such as governance, women’s rights, education, humanitarian response, and youth empowerment. With both national and regional roles, ActionAid supports flexible work arrangements and values staff contributions toward building equitable societies.
Its innovative model blends community-led development with policy influence, ensuring long-term impact through partnerships and capacity building. As part of the global ActionAid federation, the Uganda chapter operates across multiple districts and regions, making a tangible difference in the lives of thousands. Grounded in values of solidarity, mutual respect, accountability, and courage of conviction, ActionAid is also deeply committed to corporate social responsibility through environmental sustainability, safeguarding practices, and rights-based approaches to development. For more information, visit www.actionaid.org/uganda.
Are you looking for social science jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Project Coordinator job at ActionAid International Uganda (AAIU)
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Deadline:
29 Aug 2025
Job Title
Project Coordinator job at ActionAid International Uganda (AAIU)
ActionAid International Uganda (AAIU)
Job Description
Job Opportunity: Project Coordinator
Organization: ActionAid International Uganda (AAIU)
Project: Ending Harmful Practices and Promoting Adolescent Girls’ Rights in Karamoja
Location: Amudat District, Uganda
Reports to: National Projects Coordinator (Matrix reporting to Field Programme Coordinator)
Application Deadline: 5:00 PM, Friday 29th August 2025
Role Overview
ActionAid International Uganda is seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Coordinator to lead the implementation of a key project aimed at ending harmful practices and promoting the rights of adolescent girls in the Karamoja sub-region, specifically in Amudat and Nakapiripirit districts.
The Coordinator will be responsible for strategic oversight, effective implementation, monitoring, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and team supervision. The role also involves promoting women’s rights, supporting advocacy initiatives, and ensuring project success stories are well documented and shared.
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.
Qualified and interested candidates should submit a single PDF document containing:
Cover Letter
Updated CV
Certified academic documents
Email your application to: Vacancies.Uganda@actionaid.org
Subject Line: Application for Project Coordinator – Karamoja Project
Deadline: 5:00 PM, Friday 29th August 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ActionAid is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
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How to Apply
Lead and coordinate project planning, implementation, and reporting.
Oversee project monitoring, evaluation, and learning in line with AAIU’s frameworks.
Manage project budgets and track expenditure against plans.
Drive resource mobilization and fundraising efforts to support project sustainability.
Build and maintain partnerships with donors, local stakeholders, and implementing partners.
Supervise and mentor project staff to ensure high-quality delivery.
Integrate gender equality and adolescent girls’ rights into programming and advocacy efforts.
Document and communicate project impact and success stories effectively.
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Education:
A Master’s degree or equivalent in Humanities, Development Studies, Human Rights, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in women’s rights or SRHR programming.
Proven experience (3+ years) in project implementation within an NGO setting.
Experience in advocacy, strategy development, and stakeholder engagement.
Background in working with international NGOs or donor-funded projects is highly desirable.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong conceptual, analytical, and strategic thinking abilities.
Excellent planning, organizational, and coordination skills.
Proven ability to work independently and in multicultural teams.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships.
Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
