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Regional Coordinator job at Human Capital Business Solution (HCBS) | Apply Now
Mbale, Uganda
Full-time
Are you looking for Agriculture jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Regional Coordinator job at Human Capital Business Solution (HCBS)
Human Capital Business Solutions (HCBS), founded in 2001 by Liezel Pheiffer Blignaut, is a boutique human resources consultancy specializing in strategic HR consulting, talent acquisition and management, and HR outsourcing services.
The company is committed to creating high-performance cultures and developing leaders, offering customized solutions aligned with client-specific challenges and opportunities. HCBS operates with a team of expert consultants who bring extensive experience across various industries and regions, aiming to make a meaningful impact through their services. While the company maintains a relatively low profile, its reputation for delivering tailored HR solutions has led to positive testimonials from clients, particularly regarding their psychometric assessments and recruitment processes.
HCBS fosters a work culture that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, providing employees with opportunities to engage in impactful projects and professional growth. The company offers various job opportunities, details of which are available on their official website. HCBS's business model focuses on delivering integrated HR solutions that drive organizational improvement and growth.
Guided by core values of integrity, excellence, and client-centricity, HCBS actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at contributing positively to society. For more information, visit their official website at www.hcbsolutions.com.
Regional Coordinator job at Human Capital Business Solution (HCBS)
Human Capital Business Solution (HCBS)
Our client Integrated Seed and Sector Development Uganda (ISSD Uganda) is an independent local NGO in Uganda, which aims to be a leading agricultural development organization in fostering resilient seed and food systems for sustainable agricultural production.
Currently, ISSD Uganda is implementing the Common Ground Project which is a is a 4-year project funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Kampala. The project is a land restoration and farming systems project in the Western, Eastern and South Western Highlands of Uganda, implemented in a collaborative partnership between Wageningen Environmental Research (WENR) as lead partner, and ISSD Uganda, as the local implementing partner.
ISSD Uganda is looking for a competent and experienced Regional Coordinator - Elgon to be based in Mbale, Uganda
Position overview
Based in the Elgon Region field office, the Regional Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating the operations of the project activities at zonal level (Elgon Highlands). The position serves as the extended arm of the project headquarters (HQ) in the field and works closely with the project HQ team and field-based staff. The Regional Coordinator also plays a liaison role as the focal point for Government authorities in their respective zones, districts, project partners, and civil society. S/He will provide leadership, strategic direction and ensure that implementation of project interventions goes according to project objectives and respective zonal water management plans. S/He will work in collaboration with partners in joint implementation of project activities including coordinating synergies, promoting awareness, learning, and advocacy for natural resource restoration and conservation.
Reports To: The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) and supervises the field officers (IWRM and PIP), as well as works closely with the thematic experts at project HQ, and field administrative staff.
Duty Station: Mbale
Organizational Unit: Programmes
Employment Type: Full Time
Employment Category: Fixed Term
Oversee technical implementation of the project activities at the zonal level through the project field officers (team of 12 field staff)
Supervise and coordinate implementation of project activities at the zonal level by the field staff to ensure that work plans are followed adequately and phased budgets are spent as required
Maintain a comprehensive overview of project interventions in the zone through regular communication and reporting with the project HQ team
Coordinate the interaction of activities implemented by staff along the three project pathways and provide strategic guidance to achieve project outputs and outcomes
Work closely with regional water management programs of the Ministry of Water and Environment to align project activities with the respective zonal watershed management plans
Represent the project in zonal forums and mechanisms that require focal points, and promote partnership-building with respect to watershed management issues
Convene periodic meetings with relevant stakeholders in the zone to facilitate information-sharing, identify opportunities for cross-project collaboration, and synthesize best practices and lessons learned
Facilitate implementation of the project baseline study and relevant research studies by actively contributing to their design, rollout, and report writing
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Masters’ Degree in Agricultural studies, Agronomy, Environmental Resource Management or related field is required
Post graduate studies in Business Administration or Project Management, is an added advantage
At least 8 years of professional work experience in a similar role/position, with proven experience in project management and leading a team of field staff of 10 people or more
Experience in the areas of sustainable development, community-based approaches and natural resource management especially natural resource restoration and watershed management
Demonstrated capacity to support, advise and guide institutional networking processes with Local Government and other stakeholders
Strong leadership skills, interpersonal skill and commitment to team work
Proven ability to use Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
Superior organizational, interpersonal, public speaking, and team-building skills
Excellent communicator with good writing and presentation skills in English language. Knowledge of local languages is an added benefit
Excellent organisational, negotiation, influencing and advisory/coaching skills
Affinity with capacity development and institutional change processes
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Willingness to travel & work extensively in highland areas of Uganda
• Candidates who meet the criteria outlined above should submit their applications, resume and academic documents in pdf format with “HCBSU-RC-REGIONAL COORDINATOR ELGON” as the Email subject via recruitment@hcbsltd.com
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• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply
