Position: Program Development Officer (Supported Volunteer)
Start Date: January 1, 2010
Term: 12 months
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Apply by: November 25, 2009
Background: Visions in Action is an international NGO based in Washington DC which works in relief and development in Uganda, Tanzania, South Africa, Liberia and Mexico. During the past 18 years, over 700 volunteers have served for periods of 6-12 months in the areas of food security, education, human rights, communications, public health, micro-enterprise, social work and community development. Visions in Action has implemented development and relief programs in the areas of HIV/AIDS, education, youth development, and food security in several African countries.
Qualifications:
• University Degree or equivalent required. Masters Degree Preferred
• Experience in nonprofit setting and/or international NGO setting required.
• Previous experience researching, developing & writing program proposals preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be willing to take initiative and network in country and work in and travel to challenging rural environment, gather data and develop needed programs.
• Must have a fundraising and grassroots mindset, and be willing to accomplish program development objectives within budget.
Responsibilities:
Program Development:
• Coordinate partnerships and logistics for current Education Project
• Create new programs by assessing needs in Uganda, particularly in the areas of HIV/AIDS, education, water/sanitation
• Liaise with other NGOs, donors and the government to assess priority needs, then design programs and write proposals to selected donors for funded relief and development programs.
• Submit proposals with guidance from the head office to donors with the
expectation that several proposed programs will receive donor support.
• Work with local volunteers to build on the history and experience of VIA programs and volunteers.
• Report to the Head Office by email on a daily basis, and compile written reports of program development activities each month.
• Post involves constant networking, research and writing.
Volunteer Program Management:
• Liaise with local NGO’s to cultivate new opportunities and maintain current relationships for volunteer program placement
• Update and upkeep NGO Guide; arrange placements for incoming volunteers
• Organize orientation for incoming classic volunteer every 6 months
• Upkeep VIA Guesthouse and act as House Manager on any issues that arise, including finding tenants and collecting rent
• Tend to volunteer issues and remain in contact with volunteer placement organizations
Financial Management
• Track Petty Cash Disbursements
• Liaise with Landlord and make requests for repairs, including financial bids
• Complete Financial Narratives and other Periodic Reports
Compensation: This is a Supported Volunteer position. SV’s receive $350 monthly living stipend; accommodation in VIA Guesthouse; international health insurance. *Please note that Supported Volunteers are responsible for their airfare to/from Country.
