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Established in 2004 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, Shared Interest Foundation (SIF) is an international development charity dedicated to improving livelihoods through sustainable business and income-generating initiatives across Africa and Latin America. Over 20 years, we have implemented 51 projects in 15 countries, benefiting over 13,000 farmers and artisans. Our focus areas include women and youth empowerment, enterprise development, and building climate resilience.
Project Officer (East Africa) Job at Shared Interest Foundation (SIF) | Apply Now
Uganda
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Full Time
Deadline:
18 Aug 2025
Job Title
Project Officer (East Africa) Job at Shared Interest Foundation (SIF)
Shared Interest Foundation (SIF)
Job Description
Project Officer (East Africa)
Organisation: Shared Interest Foundation (SIF)
Location: Uganda
Role Overview
The Project Officer will support the planning, management, and delivery of SIF projects in East Africa, currently active in Rwanda and Uganda, with additional projects in development. This role ensures projects are completed within scope, timeline, and budget while monitoring the impact of past initiatives such as the Bees for Business projects. The Officer will liaise with partners, support reporting, and contribute to project evaluation and development.
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.
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to foundation@shared-interest.com by Monday, 18 August 2025.
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How to Apply
Manage project implementation ensuring alignment with objectives, deliverables, and budgets.
Support delivery partners with activity and financial reporting per SIF policies.
Provide regular project updates to the Foundation team.
Assist in drafting new project proposals and budgets.
Conduct due diligence on new delivery partners.
Develop and maintain project monitoring tools.
Participate in project launches and regional events.
Identify and manage project risks and ensure compliance with organizational and donor standards.
Support project evaluations, impact assessments, and report preparation.
Help identify new partnership opportunities and represent SIF at external events.
Conduct monitoring visits to project sites.
Collaboration and Communication
Serve as the main contact for regional project partners.
Maintain regular communication with Foundation teams in the UK and Ghana.
Build strong relationships with partners, colleagues, and beneficiaries.
Ensure effective communication channels with all stakeholders.
Reporting and Administration
Manage delivery partners and provide regular activity updates.
Produce project documentation including status reports, needs assessments, and evaluations.
Contribute to SIF’s communications materials and KPI reporting.
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Skills & Experience
Essential:
Minimum 3 years’ project management experience.
At least 2 years managing project delivery partners.
Knowledge of agricultural and handcraft producer challenges in East Africa.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organisational, research, and multitasking abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and remote collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom).
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Willingness to travel regularly within East Africa; some international travel may be required.
Desirable:
Understanding of project management principles and donor-funded projects.
Experience with project development, budgeting, evaluation, and impact assessment.
Familiarity with fair trade principles and SIF’s thematic focus areas.
Education & Qualifications
Essential:
‘A’ Level education or equivalent practical experience.
Desirable:
Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Development Studies, or related field.
Personal Attributes
Strong social motivation aligned with SIF’s mission.
Flexibility to support other team members as needed.
Excellent teamworking and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours across time zones.
