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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Compassion International is a global Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name by providing them with the opportunity to thrive through education, healthcare, and spiritual guidance. With a mission to equip children with the necessary tools to break the cycle of poverty, Compassion International is highly regarded for its transparent operations, impactful child development programs, and strong partnerships with local churches worldwide. The organization is recognized for its commitment to high ethical standards, consistently ranking as one of the most trusted charity organizations in the world.
Compassion fosters a positive and mission-driven work culture, where employees are valued for their passion, creativity, and commitment to making a difference. Job opportunities within Compassion span various sectors, including program management, communications, and fundraising, offering flexible work arrangements and a strong emphasis on personal and professional development.
Since its founding in 1952, Compassion International has evolved from a small local initiative to a global leader in child development, with operations in over 25 countries and serving millions of children. The organization’s business model focuses on child sponsorship programs, ensuring that children receive long-term support tailored to their individual needs. Compassion International's core values of integrity, stewardship, and service guide its work, and its corporate social responsibility initiatives include investments in health, education, and disaster relief efforts. For more information, visit www.compassion.com.
Job Title
Project Officer (PO) job at Compassion International
Compassion International
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of the project's annual work and operational plans.
Facilitate Training of Trainers (TOT) for community counselors to provide psychosocial support to peers.
Train frontline women on alternative livelihood strategies and equip them with startup kits.
Deliver leadership and advocacy training to frontline women and local leaders.
Raise awareness among women, youth, partners, and both state and non-state actors regarding regional and national frameworks.
Provide technical assistance and conduct regular monitoring visits to strengthen the capacity of community groups in engaging women in peace-building efforts.
Lead participatory review and reflection meetings with partners, community members, and stakeholders.
Maintain detailed documentation of all project activities, including minutes of discussions and resolutions made.
Collaborate with the M&E team to facilitate mentoring and peer learning sessions, ensuring timely use of monitoring tools.
Work with the LRP team to conduct quarterly field observations in the project area.
Mobilize rural women to form a unified group for advocacy in women, peace, security, and transitional justice campaigns.
Submit detailed activity reports, including corresponding attachments, and monthly progress reports related to project outputs and outcomes as per the annual plan.
Engage with government institutions, development partners, and community members.
Participate in coordination meetings with other agencies and government stakeholders, particularly on land rights and related issues.
Collaborate with project staff in other fields and locations for knowledge exchange and mutual learning.
Represent the organization in local, national, and regional networks focused on the women, peace, and security agenda when required.
Work closely with the Programme Manager for Women’s Rights and Governance and the Programme Manager for Partnership and Local Rights Program Coordination
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Law, Development Studies, Conflict Resolution, Peace Studies, Gender Studies, Human Rights, Social Science, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
Strong facilitation skills, particularly for community-based training and workshops.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated decision-making abilities, particularly in project management and problem-solving.
Strong planning, organizational, and implementation skills.
Proficiency in analyzing community needs and providing sustainable, community-driven solutions.
Skilled in report writing and documentation, with meticulous attention to detail.
Fluency in English (spoken and written) is essential.
Proven ability to mobilize communities and engage diverse stakeholders effectively.
At least 2 years of relevant work experience, ideally within the NGO sector.
Familiarity with social, cultural, and regional contexts.
Experience in capacity building, monitoring, and evaluating community-level initiatives.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to dkanene@compassionaid.org by 29th December 2024.
Applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
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