Expert (m/f) in Programme Coordination - Great Lakes Kampala, Uganda Jobs at Deutsche Welthungerhilfe e. V. (German Agro Action)

Position title: Expert (m/f) in Programme Coordination

Job ID: #609619

 Brief Information About the Organization: Welthungerhilfe (www.welthungerhilfe.de) is one of the large and respected private organisations in the field of development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany.
It carries out projects in 39 countries and campaigns for fairer cooperation with developing countries. If you

are prepared to dedicate yourself to carrying out projects under sometimes difficult conditions and you match the requirements set out below, we look forward to receiving your application for the position of

Expert (m/f) in Programme Coordination - Great Lakes Kampala, Uganda

The post is to be filled as of 01/01/2014, and is scheduled to end on 31/12/2017. The office is located in Kampala, Uganda, with duty trips to the project locations.
Objectives and responsibilities of the position
As the expert for programme coordination in the Regional Office, you support the Regional Director with the planning and implementation of programmes and projects, and with the conceptual further development of Welthungerhilfe's commitment in the region.

Major duties and responsibilities:

• Identification, review and comments for new project ideas and co-financing possibilities
• Assist and advise project management during the preparation and implementation of M&E-relevant activities such as baseline studies, interim and final evaluations
• Implementation of training sessions and workshops for project managers and national staff on the issue of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
• Supervision of proper implementation of projects and programmes in accordance with Welthungerhilfe's quality standards
• Represent Welthungerhilfe at coordination meetings with partner organisations, ministries and co-financiers
• Monitor the use of funds and financial requirements, and ensure proper and timely reporting to the head office and co-financiers
• Participate in the planning and implementation of public relations activities

Required Skills and qualifications:

• A relevant university or polytechnic degree
• Several years of relevant professional experience with co-financed projects of international (aid) agencies, preferably in the region
• Coordination and organisational skills - even under a high workload
• Practical experience of planning and research methods
• A very good knowledge of both spoken and written English; knowledge of French would be an asset

We offer you the opportunity of working in an extremely committed team, and a range of duties involving a high degree of responsibility. Naturally, our offer also includes comprehensive induction training.

How to apply for this Position:

Interested Candidates Please send a covering letter and CV by e-mail, quoting reference "UGA 13313", by 31 October 2013 to Barbara Kürsten (recruitment.kuersten@welthungerhilfe.de)

Closing date: 31 Oct 2013