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Sector Advisor – Economic Empowerment and Youth Skills job at Welthungerhilfe (WHH) | Apply Now
Are you looking for Social work jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Sector Advisor – Economic Empowerment and Youth Skills job at Welthungerhilfe (WHH)
About the Organisation
Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is one of Germany’s largest private aid organizations, with a mission to eradicate hunger and achieve food security through sustainable development and humanitarian aid initiatives across the globe. Founded in 1962, WHH has earned a stellar reputation for its integrity, transparency, and impactful work in over 35 countries, including Uganda, where it actively addresses issues related to nutrition, water, sanitation, and agriculture.
The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diversity, continuous learning, and staff well-being, offering dynamic job opportunities in both field and administrative roles with flexible and mission-driven work arrangements. WHH’s evolution has seen it shift from direct food aid to supporting long-term development and resilience-building among vulnerable communities through innovative, community-based models.
With more than 2,500 staff worldwide, WHH operates at both grassroots and policy levels, emphasizing values such as accountability, partnership, and empowerment. Its CSR commitment is embedded in its core operations, promoting environmental protection, gender equity, and local capacity building. Through impactful programs and strategic collaborations, WHH continues to champion the global fight against hunger and poverty. For more information, visit https://www.welthungerhilfe.org.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Sector Advisor – Economic Empowerment and Youth Skills job at Welthungerhilfe (WHH)
Welthungerhilfe (WHH)
Job Description
Job Title: Sector Advisor – Economic Empowerment and Youth Skills
Organisation: Welthungerhilfe (WHH)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Summary:
The position is to be based at the Country Office in Kampala with technical oversight across the entire country program, WHH field offices and in collaboration with partner organisations. It will be offered for an initial contract duration of one year. The position is to be filled as of 01.01.2026.
The aim of this position is to provide professional field support to project partner staff during the implementation of all skills development projects. Promote quality in the skills development processes and where necessary demonstrate to partner staff with the aim of developing their capacity to generate the planned project outcomes.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Coordinate field activities with partner organizations and ensure alignment with project work plans.
Support partners in implementing skills development processes and providing post-training support such as internships, market linkages, and certification through Workers’PAS.
Strengthen partnerships with government bodies, development partners, and private sector actors in the skills development sector.
Represent WHH in relevant coordination platforms and sector working groups on vocational skills and youth empowerment.
Promote innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship among youth through digital and solution-oriented approaches.
Champion youth empowerment by addressing structural barriers and fostering inclusive, multi-stakeholder partnerships.
Integrate youth skilling and empowerment across WHH programs, particularly in food systems transformation.
Collaborate with internal teams (Programs, MEAL, Grants, Finance) for effective planning, budgeting, and compliance.
Develop and implement project MEAL plans, tools, and data systems to ensure quality monitoring and evaluation.
Build MEAL and technical capacity of partner staff, ensuring data-driven reporting and adaptive management.
Document lessons learned, success stories, and case studies to promote evidence-based learning and improvement.
Support the design and implementation of training, coaching, and mentoring programs for youth employability and entrepreneurship.
Build capacity for demand-driven, practical training in digital, soft, and business development skills.
Ensure project activities align with WHH Uganda’s Country Strategy and donor expectations.
Foster a culture of innovation, learning, and inclusion within youth and skills development programming.
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COMMERCIAL
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INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Development Studies, youth/social work and development, programme management or related discipline).
Bachelor’s degree with substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Proven ability to build partnerships, represent WHH in technical forums, and promote collaborative learning.
Strong knowledge of skills development, including adult education, vocational training (TVET), and business/life skills in both formal and informal settings.
7-10 years experience in managing Ecomonic Development and Youth Skills projects or related fields?
Experience in project management with excellent organizational and coordination skills.
Proven ability to build and maintain technical networks with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience with international donor-funded skills development projects (e.g., BMZ, EU,RFS, international foundations) is an advantage.
Strong strategic thinking, communication, and sector development skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and maintain focus during high workloads.
Our offer
We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale.
How to Apply
Please send your application via our online recruiting system by October 26, 2025.
Deadline: 26th October 2025
