Earn Over 3.2m monthly as Programme Manager at ISIS Foundation
Salary Range: UGX3.2 to 3.5 million (gross) per month.At The ISIS Foundation, we look for staff who have a passion to change the world, with top-tier skills and a sense of humour to cope with a high-pressure environment. We have offices located in Australia, the USA, Uganda and Nepal. As part of our Development Philosophy we only hire local staff in Uganda and Nepal.Job Summary: The ISIS Foundation (TIF) Uganda Programme Manager (UPM) will oversee programme operations and staff in Uganda. The job includes capacity building/support for partner NGOs in Uganda, and on-the-ground co-ordination of volunteer and donor programmes. It requires day to day liaison with Kiwoko Hospital in Nakaseke, and regular liaison with TIF Managers (especially the CEO located in Sydney and the Clinical Programs Director located in Seattle). Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Overseeing Operations in Uganda:Oversee all TIF U operations, activities and partner relations in UgandaEnsure that TIF culture, values, development philosophy and priorities are strong and visibleEnsure all financial, legal and regulatory reporting responsibilities are metAssess proposals on new ISIS projects and make recommendationsDevelop and maintain effective relationships with INGOs, local NGOs, local/district government officials, and other organisationsStay updated with government policy, loopholes, gaps and politics and keep TIF Directors and senior staff informedBe reliably available at irregular hours for Skype communication with colleagues around the world2. Staff and Partner Management:Mentor, manage and capacity-build TIF U staff, ensuring TIF culture is developed and maintainedBe an in-country resource for partners, and out-of-country resource for TIF Directors, senior staff and TIF contactsServe as the day-to-day liaison with in-country partners and manage issues (in conjunction with TIF Directors and senior staff), establishing excellent relationships with in-country partners (especially with Kiwoko Hospital, our major partner), and assist them with annual plans and budgetsBuild, develop and grow links between hospital departments and between the hospital and TIF globally, in order to maximise the benefits of the individual projects that TIF funds at KiwokoBe the conduit for communication with Kiwoko Hospital. Because of the unique relationship developed between TIF and the hospital, the role is to provide a bridge if necessary between TIF staff and hospital staff, and assist communication where necessary3. Research, monitoring and evaluation (M&E):Stay abreast with the latest international development issues, and health and education strategy, services, and activities by NGOs and the government in Uganda, specifically in the Nakaseke and Luwero districtsOffer logistical support on the ground to ensure all research and M&E are undertaken successfullyAssist with research and evaluation of projects on the ground and work closely with the TIF Research Team, Clinical Programmes Director, and Kiwoko Hospital Community Based Health Care Manager, and hospital heads of relevant departmentsAssist with monitoring and evaluation of TIF strategy and projects in Uganda and contribute suggestions for improvement4. Financial Management, Administration and Reporting:Offer financial oversight of Ugandan projectsSupport Kiwoko Hospital to compile the annual budget funded by TIFSteer the development of Ebenezer Boys and Uganda Office budgets and work closely with the TIF U Finance Officer to ensure the budgets are well-developed road maps for the year aheadReview monthly financial reconciliations and reports produced by TIF U Finance Officer and Kiwoko Hospital Finance ManagerIn accordance with the TIF agreement with Kiwoko Hospital, ensure that all reporting requirements, both narrative and financial are metMonitor expenses ensuring budgets are being adhered to, draft variations to the budgets as required, and send them onto the CEO for review and approvalEnsure all TIF U financial policies and procedures are adhered tooBe a resource for the Global Finance Team on the ground in Uganda when they require financial information and explanationsBe a resource for the Communications and Partnerships team when they require narrative information and stories about the Uganda projectsEnsure TIF U remains compliant with all statutory and legal requirements. This will include ensuring all registrations are current and returns are lodged5. Volunteers and Other VisitorsWork with the TIF Communications and Partnerships Team and the Clinical Programs Director in designing, organising and managing a programme for visiting international volunteers, donors and other TIF stakeholders that will encourage their further support, participation and contributionTake overall responsibility and provide on-going support for all TIF visitors when they arrive in Uganda, regularly communicating with them, Kiwoko, and the TIF Communications and Partnerships Team and/or the Clinical Programs DirectorSupport the Clinical Programs Director to establish clinical needs and provide assistance to Kiwoko by facilitating communicationWork in liaison with TIF Clinical Programs Director who provides a medical advisory service, equipment collection, and specialist volunteer service to the Neonatal ICU and Maternity wardOrganise Ugandan logistics and be available for the arrival of the annual container of medical equipment and supplies from Seattle USAManage the ISIS Social Worker to ensure effective case management of the boys in the programme and ensure regular and accurate reporting to TIF CEO about progress and any other information about the boysEnsure all the case files are up to date and progress notes are regularly completed for each boyEnsure good quality care and support is given to the boys in line with agreed parameters as well as cultural appropriateness. This will include but not be limited to health, education and general well-beingEnsure the boys receive counselling and guidance to enable them to graduate from TIF U as responsible adultsQualifications, Skills and Experience: The Programme Manager must have a minimum of five years’ experience at middle management levelPrior experience in management of development projects in UgandaHold tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (eg medicine, nursing, public health, social work, international development, business management, administration or finance)Possess the ability to think strategically, have an ability to liaise at a senior level, have demonstrated programme management experience in community-based programs, (ideally in NGOs in Uganda, or in other developing countries), and an ability to work under pressureBe a natural leader with strong credibility and maturity, with staff management experience and skills - committed to building and growing a culture of excellence throughout ISIS operations in UgandaDemonstrated strong organisational, administrative, financial and project management skills and be experienced in policy development and programme design, planning, implementation, and reportingPossess the ability to analyse and communicate financial information, a sound knowledge of accounting procedures; and computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office programmesBe comfortable in a medical/health based environment and able to engage with doctors, nurses and other medical people in a professional and knowledgeable wayExcellent written and verbal communication skills and a proven track record in establishing positive relationships with partner organisations, international donors, business people and government, community members and staff of Ugandan NGOs.Be patient and caring with young people and families, have a passion for promoting children's development, rights and welfare, be open, honest, and work with integrityFluency in Luganda and in spoken and written English to tertiary levelBe happy to live and work in a Christian community in Uganda (Kiwoko Hospital), and work equally well with a secular organisation (TIF) internationallyAll interested candidates should email their resume with their covering letter for the attention of Matt Wilson, Office Manager, The ISIS Foundation, matt.wilson@isisgroup.org with UPM Application in the subject line of the email message. NB: First interviews will be held in Kampala near the end of July, and with second interviews soon afterwards at Kiwoko Hospital.For More Ugandan Jobs, Please Visit http://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline
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