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Technical Specialist – Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG) job at BRAC International | Apply Now
Are you looking for Agriculture jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Technical Specialist – Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG) job at BRAC International
About the Organisation
BRAC Uganda is a leading development organization committed to improving the quality of life for people living in poverty, particularly through its focus on education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and social justice. With a stellar reputation for its innovative approaches and impactful programs, BRAC Uganda has been recognized as a pioneer in providing scalable and sustainable development solutions that empower vulnerable communities.
The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute to meaningful change. BRAC Uganda offers a range of job opportunities and flexible work arrangements, promoting a healthy work-life balance while supporting personal and career growth.
Established as a branch of the global BRAC network, which began in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC Uganda has expanded its operations over the years, providing services across various regions of Uganda and becoming a trusted partner for local communities and development stakeholders. The organization’s business model focuses on creating self-sustaining social enterprises, driving impact through education, microfinance, healthcare, and social development. With a significant presence and extensive reach across Uganda, BRAC’s programs touch millions of lives annually.
Core values of integrity, innovation, empowerment, and social inclusion guide its operations, ensuring that the needs of the underserved are met with dignity and respect. The organization is also deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, investing in programs that address environmental sustainability, community development, and social welfare. For more information, visit their website at www.brac.net.
Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Technical Specialist – Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG) job at BRAC International
BRAC International
Job Description
Technical Specialist – Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG)
Organization: BRAC International
Location: Uganda
Employment Type: Contractual (Open to National and International Applicants)
Salary: Negotiable
About the Project
The Ultra-Poor Graduation (UPG) project aims to lift 3,300 ultra-poor households in Eastern Uganda out of extreme poverty by promoting sustainable livelihoods, resilience, and community inclusion. Using BRAC’s proven Ultra-Poor Graduation approach, the project provides comprehensive support in livelihood development, financial inclusion, access to social services, empowerment, and gender equity.
By addressing multiple dimensions of poverty, the initiative helps households build assets, improve food security, increase savings, and enhance participation in local markets and communities—scaling sustainable pathways out of poverty for the most vulnerable.
Job Purpose
The Technical Specialist – Ultra Poor Graduation will work under the supervision of the Project Manager for Scaling Graduation in Peri-Urban Areas. The incumbent will oversee field operations, ensuring the quality and effective implementation of all program activities.
Key responsibilities include supervising and monitoring project interventions, providing technical and operational guidance, mentoring field staff, and ensuring the integration of gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches. The Specialist will also capture and share learnings from the field, explore innovations, and support continuous improvement of project strategies and delivery.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Lead participant targeting, livelihood selection, training, and asset transfer to ensure effective enrollment and support of project participants.
Ensure quality execution of project components including community mobilization, coaching, and Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) activities to facilitate sustainable graduation from extreme poverty.
Capture and document field learnings, identify opportunities for innovation, and adapt project strategies to enhance effectiveness and local relevance.
Conduct regular field visits and follow-ups to identify challenges, assess risks, and provide timely solutions to improve program efficiency.
Strengthen coordination and communication between the Project Manager and field teams for seamless implementation.
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Oversee accurate documentation, MIS tracking, and financial reporting; collaborate with Monitoring & Learning, Grants, Finance, and Communications teams for data-driven decision-making.
Foster strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to promote synergy and resource optimization.
Strengthen the technical, operational, and leadership capacities of project staff through targeted training, coaching, and mentoring.
Support resource mobilization by contributing to proposal writing, documentation of impact stories, and sharing lessons learned to engage donors and partners effectively.
Safeguarding Responsibilities
Ensure the safety and protection of all team members and program participants from harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation.
Promote and uphold BRAC’s safeguarding policies and practices across all activities.
Serve as a key resource for safeguarding awareness, guidance, and compliance within the team.
Follow safeguarding reporting procedures promptly and encourage others to do the same.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Education: Master’s degree in Agribusiness, Agriculture, Animal Production, Development Studies, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in program design and implementation, particularly in Graduation and Livelihood Development programs, preferably within an NGO setting.
Skills and Competencies
Strong understanding of poverty dynamics, community structures, and cultural contexts.
Proven expertise in project management and implementation.
Advanced leadership and people management skills.
Sound financial management and analytical capabilities.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Strong communication, team-building, and conflict management skills.
High level of gender sensitivity and inclusion awareness.
Proficiency in documentation, reporting, and data-driven learning.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application letter, CV, and academic documents as one PDF document addressed to the Head of Human Resources and sent via email to:
📧 bimcf.uganda@brac.net
Email Subject Line: Technical Specialist – Ultra Poor Graduation (UPG)
Application Deadline: 6th November 2025
Only complete applications will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
