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Kabarole Research and Resource Centre (KRC-Uganda), established in 1996, is a non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering communities in Uganda's Rwenzori region through research, advocacy, and development programs focused on poverty alleviation. Founded by a group of young graduates from Makerere University, KRC-Uganda has expanded its reach across multiple regions, impacting thousands of families and fostering sustainable development. The organization offers a collaborative work environment that values community-centered development, providing employees with opportunities to engage in meaningful projects that drive social change.
KRC-Uganda's innovative approach combines research-driven strategies with grassroots participation, addressing challenges in food security, agribusiness, governance, and environmental conservation. Guided by core values of empowerment, sustainability, and community engagement, KRC-Uganda actively contributes to corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods and promoting equitable development. For more information, visit their official website at https://krcuganda.org/.
Uganda
Full-time
Team Up Volunteers job at KRC Uganda
KRC Uganda
To plan, facilitate and assess active Team Up sessions for children according the methodology quality standards. The facilitator will also assess, refer and follow-up of children requiring more Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS). The Facilitator is a volunteer and part of the protection project team. S/he reports to the Social Worker and does not manage staff.
Prepares, facilitates and assesses weekly Team Up sessions with different groups of children
Ensures the sessions are conducted in line with the methodology quality standards.
Develops weekly plans of TeamUp sessions
Supports in collection of data and lessons learnt through implementation.
Ensures attendance/participation is recorded and tracked using relevant tools.
Collects feedback from children on the activities on request from supervisor
Works closely together with project staff and collaborates in a constructive way with leaders in zones/transit/collection centers.
Ensures that child safeguarding and protection procedures are understood and adhered to
Identifies and refers children needing additional support EASE or other support services
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Must be able to travel to the places in zones/transit centers/collection centers where Team Up will be implemented.
An O-level certificate or equivalent is required
Must be child friendly and act in the best interest of the child as well as have a volunteer spirit.
With 21 years or older
Additional requirements
A certificate in sport or social work is a plus
First Aid certificate is a plus
Experience in MHPSS and Child Protection in an added value
Volunteer experience is an added value
Recommendation letter from LC 1
Good social and communication skills
Demonstrable experience in working with large and small groups of children
Planning, implementation and time management skills
Experience in planning, conducting and implementing structured recreational activities for children (dance, sport and games)
Energetic, with can-do attitude and ability to respond quickly to any situation.
Flexibility and ability to maintain a clear overview and capable of facilitating activities in a child friendly manner.
Ability to work independently, you possess excellent communication skills
Should be full time available throughout working days.
Stability and a sustained commitment is vital to this group of vulnerable children
Ability to speak the common refugee languages (Madi, Kakwa, Arabic, Dinka, Aringa and Acholi)
Ability to understand, speak and write English
Understanding of Child Safety and have a clean criminal record
Mobilize/notify clients that may be in need of counseling
Prepare venues/spaces for counselling sessions
Must be able to travel to places in zones/transit centers/collection centers/WGSS where counselling sessions will be conducted
Translate into local language during counselling sessions
Support in collection of data and feedback from beneficiaries
Ensures that safeguarding and protection procedures are understood and adhered to.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the partner.
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Applications in soft copy should be submitted via Email address: humanresource@krcug.org
