Community Support Officer – REAL Project 

Duty Station: Kyaka11

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Project Duration: 9 Months

The Successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Assist in developing, conducting and implementing baseline and end of project surveys with on-going assessment of needs and capacities of the communities in order to adapt the project to best fit the needs of the community in a dynamic environment.
• Developing a detailed implementation plan – (including monthly, quarterly & annual plans) and facilitate the implementation of DIP and subsidiary activities under the REAL project  in close collaboration with the REAP program team.
• Coordinate and implement field activities in a participatory manner following the work plan developed by the project.
• In collaboration with REAP program Team, Coordinate mobilization of the project communities including the selection of project trainers and project beneficiaries in a transparent and inclusive manner.
• Mobilize, orient and train small holder’s farmer groups – Farmer Market School groups
• Negotiate with small holder farmer facilitators and project beneficiaries to boost their contribution to the project
• Get involved technically advise procurement unit when procuring materials and items for the project beneficiaries and office use based on ADRA Uganda finance policy
• Facilitate and support the establishment of climate change irrigation demonstration units among the selected model farmers
• Supervise usage and maintenance of the equipment and tools for REAL project
• Prepare and conduct refresher training for small holders in FMS/FFS, climate smart agriculture and VSLA management
• Supervise, monitor, evaluate the established project interventions – small holder group performance
• Supervise and Support volunteers trainers/facilitators in conducting trainings in the communities
• Conduct regular monitoring of project activities and inputting the data into a relevant database and reporting.
• Provide mentoring to the project trainers and beneficiaries about the establishment and production in the community gardens
• Facilitate, supervise and support farmer group facilitators in recording, documentation of lessons learnt and best practices by regular review and monitoring
• Organize and facilitate regular community meetings and to write minutes and develop and implement a follow up action plan based on the discussions of the meetings.
• Work with the community as a mediator in order to develop creative solutions to solve problems and to adapt according to changes that may come
• Submits monthly regular reports of project activities in ADRA eco-bio farm and community farms
• Attend regular project review meetings
• Participate in and share reports with livelihoods, cash transfer and climate change cluster meetings
• Participate in and share reports during Inter-Agency planning meetings
• Represent ADRA in local meetings organized by LLG or any other stakeholders
• Perform any other project related work as assigned by Project Manager or Country Director or Programs Director from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or relevant course
• Should have 5 years of progressive working experience
• Fluent in English
• Ability to speak the local languages will be an added advantage
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people from different educational, religious backgrounds
• Keen attention to detail and ability to effectively manage time
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and project team members.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including refugees, local communities, government agencies, and NGO partners.
• Cultural Sensitivity and Adaptability:
• Sensitivity to cultural norms, preferences, and sensitivities within refugee communities.
• Ability to adapt project strategies and approaches to address the unique needs and challenges faced by refugees and persons with special needs.
• While formal education and technical qualifications are important, practical experience, relevant skills, and a commitment to humanitarian principles and inclusive development are equally crucial for effectively supervising construction projects in refugee settlements like Kyaka and Rwamwanja.
• Ability to speak the local languages ie kinyabwisha, Swahili.

ADRA core competencies:

Purpose Statement

To serve humanity so all may live as God intended

ADRA Moto

• Justice
• Compassion
• Love

ADRA Core Values

• Connected
• Courageous
• Compassionate

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the ADRA REAL project in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to send their application letters to recruitment@adrauganda.org.

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