Uganda: Infrastructure Coordinator – Kitgum, Uganda - 2015

Organization: Danish Refugee Council

Country: Uganda

Closing date: 08 Dec 2014

(Only open to Ugandan nationals)

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent humanitarian organization working to provide durable solutions and promote human security.

In Uganda, DRC works in north, north-western, south-western and north-eastern regions in a range of emergency/development support for the communities in need with the aim of saving lives and creating livelihoods (for more information go to www.drc.dk).

General ObjectiveThe Infrastructure Coordinator’s primary function is to manage and supervise the implementation of infrastructure works in Acholi Sub – Region in accordance with DRC internal and donor requirements. He/She will be required to represent DRC at infrastructure related meetings.

Specific tasks and responsibilities

The infrastructure Coordinator will perform the following tasks:

Coordination and representation

• Responsible for coordination with stakeholders and maintaining contacts in relation to DRC infrastructure projects in Acholi Sub – Region.


• Ensure that DRC internal guidelines and standards as well as those of the donors adhered to.


• Develop relationship with a range of key stakeholders including Coordination Function (CF), Local Government and other stakeholders.


• Attend and represent the interest of DRC in infrastructure meetings with the District Local Government and Coordination Function.

Project development, implementation and reporting

• Responsible for concept paper and proposal development with infrastructure thematic areas.


• Responsible for grants management of all infrastructure projects.


• Coordinate planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of infrastructure projects inAcholi Sub – Region.


• Present all infrastructure projects for approval by the District Technical Planning Committee (DTPC) and guide the District Local Government on the approved Infrastructure Manual and operational standard guidelines.


• Ensure efficient and effective programme implementation.


• Develop a monitoring scheme with performance and impact indicators for all infrastructure components and related activities.


• Responsible for the development of project plans, budgets and funding proposals.


• Direct all DRC infrastructure support to the targeted beneficiaries.


• Monitor and document DRC’s infrastructure activities.


• In collaboration with the Regional Manager, review the activity and related financial reports.


• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Staff development and management

• Provide technical and programmatic leadership for the infrastructure staff in Acholi Sub – Region.


• Develop staff performance measurement and targets and appraise them based on the set targets.


• Conduct training needs assessments of all the infrastructure staff and make recommendation.


• Conduct periodic field visits to support field staffs through technical back stopping.


• Uphold DRC’s code of conduct.


• Any other duty as may be assigned.

Qualifications and qualities

• Minimum Bachelor degree in any of the following: community development, civil engineering, social work, social administration (rural construction background is preferable).


• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in labor based interventions (cash for work).


• Proven ability to provide technical leadership and coordination in the field of infrastructure engineering.


• Experience on working with donor funded projects preferably DANIDA.


• Being a strong team player and ability to work well with minimal supervision.


• Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people.


• Ability and flexibility to travel within the Acholi Sub – Region.


• Computer literacy.


• Report writing skills.


• Fluency in Acholi an added advantage.

Conditions for the positions

• The position is contract based.


• Remuneration and benefits are as per DRC Uganda standard salary scale and benefit package.

Expected start date: 5^th January 2015

About DRC

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than twenty five countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.
The protection and assistance to conflict affected population is provided within a long-term, regional and rights-based approach in order to constitute a coherent and effective response to the challenges posed by today’s conflicts. Assistance consists of relief and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation, support to return and repatriation as well as promotion of long-term solutions to displacement and its causes. In addition, support and capacity building of local and national authorities and NGOs form an integral part of DRC’s work.

How to apply:

Applications should be in English and include the following:

1. A cover letter (1 page) in which you explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria and salary expectations.


2. Concise and accurate CV (maximum 3 pages). The CV should include information about your qualifications, relevant training courses, work experience, name and contact details of 3 relevant references.

We only accept online applications. Go to www.drc.dk > About DRC > Vacancies > Current Vacancies and find the job on the list and press the apply button.

The deadline for submission of applications is the 8th December 2014.

We thank applicants for their interest in the position however; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have problems uploading your application, please contact job@drc.dk.