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Regional Administrative Officer job at SNV Netherlands Development Organisation | Apply Now
Uganda
SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy, and water to local contexts. SNV has over 1,600 staff in more than 20 countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organization that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.
In its new Strategic Plan period (2022-2030), SNV will aim to deepen partnerships with financial institutions, governments, and private sector to expand our impact driven finance portfolio. We will continue to position ourselves as a premium organization and invest in making knowledge flow to and from the frontline and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy and water systems which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.
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Deadline:
24 Jul 2025
Job Title
Regional Administrative Officer job at SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
Job Description
Job Title: Regional Administrative Officer
Organization: SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
Location: Rukungiri, with coordination from SNV Country Office, Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: Thursday, 24th July 2025
Contract Type: Fixed-term
About the INCLUDE Project
Funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (EKN), the INCLUDE Project seeks to enhance the resilience and improve the living incomes of smallholder livestock farmers across four regions: Busoga, Ankole, Kigezi, and Rwenzori. The project applies the Participatory Integrated Planning (PIP) approach to empower households to plan and act toward their development aspirations.
Position Overview
The Regional Administrative Officer will oversee all support operations in the regional office. The role ensures effective execution of administrative services, procurement, logistics, fleet management, and asset/inventory control. The officer will act as the primary liaison between the regional office and the SNV Country Office in Kampala, ensuring timely and efficient operational support for program delivery.
The successful candidate will represent SNV at the regional level with partners, government authorities, and other stakeholders, while ensuring compliance with SNV policies and Ugandan regulations.
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.
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about sustainable development, please submit your CV and motivation letter (in English) through SNV’s career portal.
To apply, please click on the " Apply " button below.
Deadline: Thursday, 24th July 2025
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How to Apply
Procurement, Logistics & Fleet Management
Lead and monitor regional procurement processes, ensuring compliance with SNV and donor guidelines.
Oversee stock management, asset tracking, and inventory control, ensuring accurate records and proper usage.
Supervise transport and fleet operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
Manage office facilities and contracts, including lease agreements and service providers.
Maintain organized documentation for all procurement, logistics, and operational activities (both hard and soft copies).
Ensure clear communication and coordination between regional teams and the Kampala office on procurement and logistical needs.
Operations & Representation
Act as SNV’s operational focal point in the region, engaging with partners, local authorities, and community stakeholders.
Ensure implementation of internal control systems and segregation of duties within the regional office.
Guarantee documentation standards are met and archived according to SNV and donor requirements.
Monitor office resource utilization and take corrective action to maintain operational efficiency.
Team Leadership & Human Resources
Supervise and coordinate the regional operations support team (procurement officers, drivers, administrative staff).
Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance development for the regional support team in collaboration with the Kampala HR team.
Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with SNV HR policies and workplace safety standards.
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Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Procurement, Operations Management, or related field.
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in operations, logistics, procurement, or administration within an international development organization.
Proven experience managing administrative systems, procurement, and field office logistics.
Familiarity with donor-funded project requirements and reporting standards.
Strong leadership, planning, and coordination skills.
Ability to manage diverse tasks in a dynamic and multi-stakeholder environment.
Excellent communication skills in English and local languages.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and inventory management systems.
Core Competencies
Result Orientation: Proactively drives tasks and objectives to completion.
Initiative: Takes action without being prompted; identifies opportunities and solutions.
Coaching: Guides team members to improve skills and performance.
Persuasiveness: Effectively communicates and influences others to gain support.
What We Offer
A dynamic work environment focused on sustainability, inclusivity, and impact.
Opportunity to work with a mission-aligned, multicultural team across sectors.
Professional development opportunities and career growth within a global organization.
Important Notes
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SNV reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
SNV does not charge any fees during the application process and does not engage third-party recruitment agencies.
By applying, you consent to SNV’s pre-employment background check procedures in accordance with our Child Safeguarding, Anti-Fraud, and Anti-Corruption policies.
For more information about SNV and our work in Uganda, visit: www.snv.org
