Key job duties and responsibilities:
1. Documenting practice and developing policy briefs
• Conduct thorough research and document practices related to alternative care, child welfare, and related fields.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings to create comprehensive policy briefs that support evidence-based care reform in uganda.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure accuracy and relevance of policy briefs.

2. Liaison officer for documentation
• Serve as the main point of contact and liaison officer for documentation-related matters with partner organizations and potential partners.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with partner organizations in the field of social protection both in uganda and globally.
• Coordinate information sharing and collaborative efforts with partner organizations to advance the documentation agenda.

3. Collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Work closely with the project managers, the meal department, head of programmes, ceo, and hope and homes for children to finalize a roadmap that explains how care reform can be achieved in the ugandan context.
• Contribute to the development of the roadmap by providing well-documented research, analysis, and policy recommendations.
• Collaborate with the advocacy team to contribute to evidence-based advocacy efforts by providing well-documented and researched materials.
• Participate in internal meetings, workshops, and conferences to share knowledge and insights gained from policy research and documentation.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, public policy, international development).
• Proven experience in policy research, development, and analysis within the field of child welfare, social protection, or related areas.
• Strong understanding of care reform initiatives, alternative care models, and child protection policies.
• Excellent research, analytical, and report writing skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and liaise effectively with external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in ms office suite and other relevant software for research and documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Commitment to the mission and values of child’s i foundation.