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Position Title:Community Development Assistant
Duty Station: Kitgum District
Employment Type:Full Time Permanent
Reports to:Community Development Facilitator
Duration: 1-2 Years
Application Deadline:03-Apr-15
Reference:724-11N09038
Purpose of the Position:
Ensure all planned project activities are implemented according to the required standard and be the direct contact persons with the communities.
Description of main Duties and responsibilities:
· Mobilization; Mobilize the community for participation in activities, Identify together with the community potential beneficiaries and implement project activities in the area of assignment, Sensitization, Monitoring and supporting registration and mobilization of beneficiaries
· Sensitize and identify the potential beneficiaries at household levels and; maintain constant contact with the beneficiaries to ensure focus and progression in what they are doing.
· Networking with local leaders and other organization; Liaise with other partners in the community and sub-county; Participate in Sub-County/Parish Development meetings; Establish and maintain contacts with other Organization working in the area of assignments
· Production of monthly report; Compile and give to the supervisor activity report on schedule including success stories
· Plan/manage schedules/logistics of project events/trainings and tract implementation of actions at the sub county level
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
· A minimum of 2 years of experience in working in the area of Maternal Newborn and Child Health
· A Diploma/Degree in Nursing and or Midwifery or any other related discipline
· Experience working with communities with good knowledge of public health system and structures
· Adequate written and analytic skills
· Strong interpersonal communication and counselling skills
· Knowledge of MNCH sector guidelines and of MNCH methodologies and elated innovative approaches necessary for the promotion of MNCH
· Experience and skill in working with other NGOs, government partners, and local community-based organizations.
· A strong awareness of the importance of integration of MNCH into other development thematic areas like WAH, HIV/AIDS, education, environment protection, household economic security, child protection and people living with disabilities
· Ability to build effective teams, promote coordination and collaboration
· Ability to ride motorcycle and poses a valid driving motorcycle permit will be an added advantage
· Knowledge of local language and understanding of local culture dynamics is essential
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Only Ugandan Nationals are encouraged to apply
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