Programme Officer - Voice & Accountability
Job Introduction
A number of Development Partners in Uganda have established the Democratic Governance Facility (DGF) to manage coherent, harmonized and coordinated multi-donor support aimed at
enhancing Democratic Governance in Uganda. It is based upon three components:
The DGF Programme Management Unit (DGF- PMU) is responsible for the management and implementation of the programme components as agreed by the DGF-Steering Committee while observing the DGF Board?s strategic direction. In addition to the Head of Programme,
the PMU has a Finance and Administration Manager and three DGF component teams, consisting of a Component manager supported by a small team of Programme and Project Officers. This Programme Officer position is within the Voice & Accountability component.
The Voice and Accountability (V & A)component aims to empower citizens at national and sub-national levels to articulate and voice concerns, demand and induce improved services,
monitor service delivery and influence sustainable institutional development in areas where there are key deficits and where service provision does not live up to expectations. Its approach
comprises three sub-components which focus the following areas:
The objective of sub-component 3 is ?to ensure that the extractive industry benefits the development of Uganda as a whole?, and its overall output is to bring about ?improved accountability and transparency to citizens in oil extraction and management?.
The Programme Officer reports to the V & A Component Manager (CM) for the overall progress of his / her work, including effective management of agreed duties, provision of political analysis and management of partner relations. Detailed personal job objectives and
performance targets will be agreed between the post holder and the CM. Progress will be reviewed and the results recorded on a regular agreed basis.
The working environment
The DGF provides a dynamic, pleasant, culturally-mixed and enabling working environment.
Jointly, the DGF team will aim at a common goal, with shared performance targets. The team, with diverse skills, will operate in a collaborative and complimentary manner within and across
the three DGF components. DGF will provide staff with diversity and opportunity for vertical and horizontal growth, enabling them to concurrently deepen their technical and managerial
skills in multiple, but related technical areas.
Context analysis input and management of partner relations
The Programme Officer will bring specific skills regarding knowledge of the oil sector in Uganda and the key actors involved. He/she will be responsible for providing ongoing context analysis and provide input to management on partner relations so as to ensure that the
programme implementation is adjusted to the changing context:
? Provide up-to-date information and insights for DGF management on the prevailing oil governance environment in Uganda, including current policy processes, institutional frameworks and ongoing interventions by other state and non-state actors.
? Support the CM to develop and maintain strong and constructive relationships with the key oil sector actors from civil society, parliament, government ministries and the private sector
(oil companies).
? Develop an in-depth understanding of international best practice and good governance standards in the extractive industries and develop strategies for promoting them in Uganda.
? Identify appropriate intervention strategies and potential partners which will enable DGF to pursue its output of improved transparency and accountability in the oil sector.
General programme management
The Programme Officer is responsible for the day-to-day management of the identified area within the selected component, including achievement of agreed targets:
? Provide input to the development and supervision of annual work plans and budgets, the logical framework and specific programme documents as agreed with the CM;
? Oversee the working relationship with programme partners and stakeholders, as agreed with the CM, with a particular focus on promoting best practice in Natural Resource
management;
? Establish and participate in relevant (cross cutting) working groups as agreed with CM;
? Develop and oversee, where required, funding application processes or calls for proposals for potential implementing partners;
? Help to identify technical advisors and to plan technical assistance to the programme
? Proactively share relevant information within the PMU and, as appropriate, with programme partners.
? Review monthly financial reports & monitor financial progress as required by CM;
? Work closely with the Project Officer, sometimes in a delegated manner, to ensure that the administrative and operational tasks are accomplished in a timely manner.
? Regularly refer to the Project Cycle Management (PCM) Manual, the Finance and Administration Manual (FAM), and any other relevant policy and practice document to ensure compliance with all technical and policy processes of the DGF; and
? Undertaking any other assignments as delegated by the CM.
Monitoring and Evaluation
The Programme Officer will be responsible for M&E of the area of work assigned under the relevant component for which s/he is responsible. This will include:
? Working closely with other relevant programme officers and Component Managers in the development and implementation of specific elements of the DGF monitoring and impact
evaluation;
? Working closely with partner organizations to put in place effective M & E systems capable of tracking the progress and measuring the impact of their work, and
? Contributing to progress reports and review processes. Requirements:
Experience
? At least five years experience in the management of development programmes and projects in the realm of democratic governance, ideally with a particular focus on natural resource
governance.
? Experience of working constructively and strategically with government institutions, civil society organisations and other non-state actors, including capacity building support;
? Knowledge of ongoing developments and best practice in the area of natural resource management and experience of the Ugandan oil sector.
? Knowledge of, and experience in, demand driven approaches to strengthening accountability
Core technical competencies required for the role
The role requires the following competencies:
? Good knowledge of current development challenges and political developments in Uganda;
? Knowledge of the prevailing policy context and development strategies related to the development of the oil sector in Uganda;
? Familiarity with natural resource governance strategies and mechanisms for accountability;
? Understanding of natural resources management - oil, land - and transparency strategies;
? Knowledge of post-conflict development and peace-building approaches;
? Partnership management, capacity building and organisational development;
? Familiarity with lobbying, advocacy and coalition building approaches;
? Familiarity with civic education and gender mainstreaming approaches;
? Monitoring and evaluation experience.
Additional skills
? Strong conceptual and analytical skills;
? Fluency in English and strong writing, communication and facilitation skills;
? Strong cooperation and team working skills;
? Capacity to work also under pressure, with high level of self motivation;
? Demonstrated ability to interact at technical levels; and
? A good knowledge of current discussion and debate in academia and elsewhere on relevant democratic governance issue area(s) in Africa is an advantage.
Terms of Employment
A two year contract will be offered with the possibility of extension under DGF Terms and Conditions. Six months probation period.
How to Apply;
To apply please send your CV and cover letter with work related to the address or email below. All applications shall be marked DGF position title mx 2 mb.
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