Area Program Manager Career opportunity at Build Africa Uganda ,

Post Title: Area Program Manager
Organisation:  Build Africa Uganda ,
Location: Masindi area office
Background Information;

Build Africa Uganda an International NGO operating in Uganda seeks to recruit one suitably qualified person for the position of Area Program Manager – Masindi area office.
 
Main Responsibilities
The Job holder will be expected to continually observe the day to day effectiveness of programme delivery, noting and reporting any areas where improvements are possible and making sure improvements are made.
As a member of BAU’s senior management team, the post holder will play a key role in the overall leadership and direction of BAU, acting as a role model for staff.
The post holder will also contribute to the development and implementation of BA’s strategic plan and will lead programe design initiatives at the field level.
 
Person Specifications
- A relevant Master’s degree from a recognized university with at least 5 years demonstrated experience in implementing development projects OR a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least 10 years in implementing Development Projects.
- Experience working with an International NGO, implementing education, Livelihoods, HIV/AIDs and Gender programs is an added advantage.
- Should be comfortable working in an environment that espouses thinking outside the box, constant questioning the status quo and continuously improving programs.
- Should be very strong on line Management, demonstrating a supportive approach, an emphasis on developing all staff to their full capacity and being prepared to address poor performance.
- Experience of developing, maintaining and overseeing project design, monitoring and evaluation frameworks and KPIs.
- A person of high integrity that will model BAU’s core values.
 
How to Apply;
Interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the following contact:
The Human Resources Officer
Build Africa Uganda ,
P.O Box 7224, Kampala
or email us at bau@build-africauganda.org
Deadline for applications – 19th July 2013 by 1.00pm
The full Job description for the position could be viewed on the link attached http://www.build-africa.org/pages/area-programme-manager-.html