Organisation: RTI International
Funding Source: U.S. Agency for International Development
(USAID)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
RTI International is one of the world’s leading research institutes,
dedicated to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice.
Our staff of more than 3,700 provides research and technical services to
governments and businesses in more than 75 countries in the areas of health and
pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced
technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and
the environment, and laboratory testing and chemical analysis.
About USAID GAPP Project:
RTI is the prime contractor for USAID funded GAPP program. The goal of
this 5 year program is to increase participation accountability and local
governance for effective service delivery. To achieve this goal, GAPP will
focus on three components: (1) Support and strengthen national level government
accountability institutions in their interaction with local governments; (2)
Strengthen local government revenue, procurement, financial and planning
systems; and (3) Strengthen civil society organizations (CSOs) and other
non-state actors (NSAs) to improve voice and accountability. GAPP will work at
the national level and in at least twenty-five districts in northern Uganda,
the Albertine region of Bunyoro, and central Uganda.
Job Summary: The Local Government Program Manager will
technically support the Deputy Chief of Party in ensuring the effective
implementation of activities under Components 2. He/she will also serve as the
Kampala office point of contact and coordination for the Technical Advisors.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- With the support of the DCOP, s/he will
supervise the Embedded Technical Specialists in the provision of technical
assistance and mentoring to the target local governments in Local revenue
management, procurement, financial and planning systems including local
councils development - Support the Local Government Expert In the
development of component 2 work plans and budgets, writing of activity and
quarterly reports including the day to day management of component 2
activities. - Work closely with the Deputy Chief of
Party in managing the development and implementation of tools for building
the capacity of local governments that improve local government revenue
management, procurement, financial and planning systems. - Actively coordinate and support the
Technical Advisors in the preparation, implementation, and follow-up of
GAPP activities in assigned districts, as detailed in the work plan. - Support to ensure quality and oversee the
work of Technical Advisors working in assigned districts. - Provide monitoring reports, other written
materials, and data for monitoring and evaluation as required. - Perform any other duties and tasks as
requested by the DCOP or Chief of Party.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate should preferably hold
a master’s degree in public finance, public administration, economics or
related field - Eight or more years of professional
experience providing training and technical assistance to local
governments, - Previous project management and
implementation experience. - Past experience in leading technical staff
in delivering technical assistance to local governments in core areas of
local revenue generation and management, planning and budgeting, local
councils’ development and LG accountability systems - Excellent communication, teamwork,
interpersonal, and cross-cultural skills. - Possess the ability to travel frequently
to partner local governments as needed. - Strong organizational and communication
skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, namely
the priority activities and ability to work independently. - Past experience in data analysis and
writing of technical reports. - Excellent interpersonal skills and ability
to work successfully in a team environment. - Demonstrated success managing and leading
technical and administrative team. - Prior experience on USAID projects is an
added advantage.
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should send their
updated CVs with three professional referees and a cover letter to: applications@uganda-gapp.rti.org and indicate the Position Title in the
subject title. E-mail applications should not exceed 2MB. Only short listed
applicants will be contacted.
Deadline: 10th
May, 2015
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