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Established in 2019, Hopelink Action Foundation (HAF Uganda) is a non-profit, non-sectarian, and non-political organization committed to empowering disadvantaged, vulnerable, and marginalized communities in Uganda through transformative programs in mental health and psychosocial care, education and child protection, agriculture and livelihoods, community development, biodiversity and environmental protection, advocacy, and sensitization.
Registered with the National NGO Bureau and District NGO Monitoring Committee, HAF Uganda has earned recognition for its impactful initiatives aimed at breaking the cycles of poverty and dependency. The organization fosters a collaborative and culturally sensitive work environment, emphasizing integrity, accountability, and community commitment.
Employees are encouraged to innovate and contribute meaningfully to the organization's mission, with opportunities for professional growth and development. HAF Uganda actively seeks passionate individuals for various roles, offering both field and administrative positions to support its expanding reach across multiple regions. By integrating innovative approaches into its business model, HAF Uganda addresses complex community challenges effectively, ensuring sustainable and measurable outcomes.
The organization's core values include impact, integrity, cultural sensitivity, and creativity, which guide its operations and interactions. Through its dedicated efforts in corporate social responsibility, HAF Uganda strives to create a sustainable community where individuals are socially and economically empowered, educated, healthier, and living dignified lives with equal opportunities. For more information, visit their official website at https://hafuganda.org/.
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Team Leader job at Hopelink Action Foundation (HAF Uganda)
Hopelink Action Foundation (HAF Uganda)
The Team Leader Coordinates the programmatic and operational implementation of PSS activities in the Project locations. The position involves planning and managing the implementation of project activities, monitoring the progress and achievements of the project goals and objectives, managing the project team, networking with partners and stakeholders, representing HAF Uganda in the field, and managing operations of the above field offices/locations.
Responsible for the implementation of project activities
Prepare and implement monthly activity plans and budgets.
Deploy Project officers rationally and supervise their work.
Coordinate with the partners for the project activities
Organize POs and Facilitators training as per the project schedule.
Provide structured feedback to POs on the progress of Project activities and areas that require further improvements.
Monthly reporting on the activity plan and budget, including actively providing feedback and suggestions to the line manager on deviations from the approved monthly activity plan
Ensure that the project team communicates effectively with the children and communities that are stakeholders in the project
Ensure adherence to minimal standards of PSS/TeamUp support.
Ensures that the feedback provided by the quality assurance teams are discussed and incorporated in the implementation
Coordinate with the consortium partners and ensure that they understand HAF UGANDA mandate.
Report any violation of the organization's code of conduct by staff and volunteers.
Assure accurate monitoring of the progress and achievements of the project goals and objectives;
Supervise accurate and quality reporting of the TeamUp data from the POs.
Facilitate the collection of qualitative data on the progress of the TeamUp and other project activities.
Monitor, keep track, and report on activity implementation and progress toward output
Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team/M&E officer to ensure high-quality implementation of activities.
Keep files of collected data and evidence of activities implemented.
Actively monitors the work of the POs/facilitators at the field level.
Coaches and motivates the team in HAF UGANDA’s mandate.
Represents HAF UGANDA at the local level i.e. government institutions, working groups, and Coordination meetings.
Cooperates with and supports the consortium members in the implementation of the program.
Manage operations of field office/locations
General office/location management and focal point for the project including all security matters.
Ensure adherence to security policies and procedures.
Monitor project finance transactions and report to the Finance officer.
Manage office assets at the field location.
Monitors the assigned budget and makes sure that all administrative procedures are followed strictly and effectively with the support of operations staff
Manage and guide the staff under his/her responsibility
Work closely with the Quality Assurance team on the capacity development of the POs.
Conduct performance appraisals of his/her direct staff as per the HAF Uganda Performance & Development system.
Representation
Represents HAF Uganda at local level i.e. government institutions, working groups, and coordination meetings
Ensure that PO-PSS and facilitators are attending on the relevant forums and coordination meeting
Cooperates with and supports with all the consortium in the implementation of the program.
Manage operations of field office/locations
General office/location management and focal point for the project i
including all security matters in the project locations.
Ensure adherence to security policies and procedures
Operation Support
Ensure adherence to the logistics and cash management policies among the PO-PSS.
Monitor local financial transactions of all the projects in the project locations.
Support PO-PSS to manage office assets at the field location.
Monitors the assigned budget and makes sure that all administrative procedures are followed strictly and effectively with the support of operations staff.
Any other duties as assigned by the line manager in line with these terms of reference and the fulfillment of the tasks.


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Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Child Protection, Psychology,
Social Sciences or equivalent demonstrable experience in relevant fields (social work, community development)
At least 5 years of relevant field work experience
Experience as PO focusing at least one of the following areas: psychosocial support, mental health, child development
Understanding of the context of South Western Region of Uganda and refugee settlements.
Experience with managing teams and working in partnerships
Skills and Competencies.
Strong social and communication skills for team management as well as for liaising with external stakeholders;
Facilitation skills
Fluency in English, preferably able to speak in one of the local languages
Problem-solving skills, able to deal independently with field work-related issues
Result oriented
Strong computer and report writing skills
Driving license for driving a motorbike
Commitment to the vision and goals of HAF Uganda, including adherence to the Child Safeguarding Policy, is essential “
Ability to network, lobby, and advocate on behalf of HAF Uganda.
HAF Uganda is an equal opportunity employer and all social groups, persons with disability, and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
While we thank all applicants for their interest in working with HAF Uganda, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
“Commitment to the vision and goals of Hopelink Action Foundation Uganda, including adherence to the Child Safeguarding Policy, is essential”
Email or hand deliver your applications clearly stating the position applying for in a sealed envelope to HAF Uganda Offices in Gulu Head office in Senior Quarters and Palabek field office at the Base camp, Palabek Refugee Settlement. Email: onek.christopher@hafuganda.org
Note: Online applications should only contain a cover letter and resume as a single PDF File;
Indicate the position applied for in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be required to come along with original copies of transcripts and necessary documents for verification