Project Officer - Land Rights

General

• Implements project activities in line with the project workplan to achieve optimal project outputs and outcomes in line with ZOA/donor procedures and targets;

• Supports local communities, community volunteers and other stakeholders in day to day implementation of the project activities;

• Account for project activities according to relevant ZOA policies and guidelines;

• Ensures project outputs are consistent with project proposals, log frames and in line with quality standards and country policies;

• Oversees and ensures implementation is in line with standards and policies of both ZOA and government of Uganda;

Reporting

• Provide inputs to implementation plans and activity/monthly reports;

• Identify, document lessons learned and best practices;

• Prepare and submit well written success stories;

• Contribute to project reports or implementation plans as required by supervisor;

• Collect monitoring data according to ZOA’s systems and activities in the project;

• Participate in relevant coordination meetings.

Accountability

• Sensitize all stakeholders (beneficiaries, service providers, partners, government and other) on feedback and complaint mechanisms implemented by ZOA Uganda

• Upon receipt of a complaint or feedback, ensure that it is correctly documented following correct reporting procedures

• Understand ZOA’s code of conduct and safeguarding policies, ensure adherence to these policies and that project activities are implemented with a “Do No Harm” approach

Identity

• The candidate is expected to fully support the vision, mission and Christian values 0f ZOA (see https://www.zoa-international.com/corporate-identity)

Knowledge & Experience:

• University degree in Law, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Land Management, and any related fields.

• At least 2 – 3 years of successful experience in a similar position implementing land related projects.

• Excellent facilitation, communication skills and writing ability.

• Understanding of the local context, culture, and language(s).

• Experience with implementing projects funded by institutional donors is an added advantage.

• Proven experience working in refugee context is a must.

• Having worked in a project in collaboration with a partner is an added advantage.

• Excellent spoken and written command of English.

• Capacity to speak Lugbara or Arabic is preferred

Skills:

• Good communication, writing and facilitation skills;

• Innovative, creative and enthusiastic;

• Good computer skills: Ms Excel and Ms Word;

• Self-motivator, able to work with limited supervision;

• Ability to drive a motorcycle with valid driving/riding license is a MUST.

Attitude/behaviour:

• High level of personal integrity;

• Flexibility and adaptability;

• Commitment to inclusion for People with Disabilities

• Interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitivity;

• Able to work under pressures and meet deadlines;

• Able to work in a sometimes fluid and innovative environment;

• High level of networking capacities, with interpersonal, organizational and intercultural sensitivity

• Commitment to ZOA’s mission, vision and values (see https://www.zoa-international.com/corporate-identity)