JOB DETAILS:

ActionAid is an International Development Agency working in over 50 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. ActionAid’s mission is to work with the poor and the excluded people in the world to eradicate poverty by overcoming the injustices and the inequity that cause it.
ActionAid Uganda (AAU), a National Development Organization registered under the laws of Uganda and with a local Board seeks to recruit suitably qualified, self-driven, result-oriented, and competent person to fill the position of; Social Accountability Inspirator – Gulu.
Job Title : Social Accountability Inspirator
Reports to : Cluster Coordinator – Gulu Cluster
Responsible for : None
Directorate : Programmes
Location : Gulu
Contract Period : 6 Months
• Salary +Benefits : Ugx 1,300,000 Gross Monthly; Medical Insurance.

Key Result Areas and Activity

1. 2 youth groups established and are conducting initiatives against COVID19.
• Support establishment of local youth groups as the coordinating body for local youth action on covid-19 in the community.
2. Hold 2 social media and other media engagements monthly with local leaders to disseminate information on COVID19
• Share information on available public services related to covid-19
3 2 COVID19 related strategic meetings on accountability with government and other CSOs completed
• Support Strategic engagement meetings with government authorities and other NGO/CSO in relation to accountability
4. 1 community score card conducted, and results shared with stakeholders to inform next course of action
• Facilitate use of external accountability activities related to Covid-19 (e.g. community score cards) and health care facility social audits to generate participatory documentation for engagement with authorities
5. 2 Online awareness campaigns conducted about COVID 19
• Support GP Uganda Online awareness campaigns on COVID19

Qualifications:

• University Degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or equivalent from a recognized institution; a post graduate qualification in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage
• At least 1-2 years of relevant working experience from a recognized institution, preferably an NGO
• Planning and Budgeting skills; Capacity building skills; Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills; Community mobilization and facilitation skills; Team player; Confidence, openness and willingness to learn; Self-driven; Ability to work in community setting.

Applications should be strictly sent by email to [email protected]  clearly addressed to The Director Human Resource/Organizational Effectiveness, ActionAid Uganda, not later than Friday 26th June 2020 by 1:00 PM. We will respond to ONLY shortlisted candidates. Whilst all applications will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified WOMEN are especially encouraged to apply. ActionAid International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Closing Date : 26th June 2020