Project Assistant (Environment & Energy) job– Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda
About the Organization
We are LWF Uganda
Inspired by God's love for humanity, we respond to human suffering and challenge its causes. We want to contribute to community development in Uganda through rights-based empowerment for sustainable development. We serve all people irrespective of ethnicity, gender, religion, race or political conviction.
Job Description
LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world. Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda is part of the LWF World Service and we are currently supporting Congolese and South-Sudanese refugees living in settlements in the districts of Kamwenge, Adjumani, Moyo, Kyangwali and Lamwo respectively.
Job Summary: Under the guidance of the Project Officer Livelihood and Environment, the Project Assistant is responsible for implementation of Environment and Energy activities for Kyangwali Sub Program in line with LWF Donor guidelines and procedures.
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Duties and Responsibilities
In consultation with the Project Officer and other staffs organize and draw work plans weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual.
Implementation of environment and energy activities within the scope of the project.
Community mobilization, targeting and monitoring movement and distribution of environment and energy inputs to the target groups.
Work with the refugees and host communities to explore indigenous technical experiences and develop cropping mechanism towards environmental conservation and afforestation.
Conduct environment and energy trainings and sensitizations to the target beneficiaries.
Attend meetings with partners and stakeholders in the field for environment and energy.
Participate in surveys, assessments to continually identify environmental conservation and afforestation gaps and needs within project areas.
Conduct regular field visits to project site and update the project officer with the progress of project activities in the field
Prepare regular and comprehensive project progressive monthly and weekly reports.
Participate in Program evaluation
Create awareness to refugees and host communities in areas of operation on environmental conservation and afforestation.
Engage with relevant staff to put in place a detailed implementation plan for the Environment and Energy activities
Ensure that the project beneficiaries i.e., refugees and host communities, are participating as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of the project.
Other
Performing any other official duties that may be assigned from time to time including delegation in support with the Project Officer or Sub Program Manager.
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Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
A minimum of a diploma/ degree in Agriculture, Environmental science or forestry, Energy from a recognized University/Institution.
Past experience (at least 2 years) in implementing Energy and Environment Interventions in refugee and development contexts.
Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements
Problem Solving and Decision-Making skills
Ability to inspire and build capacity of national staff
Good interpersonal skills and excellent negotiation skills
Excellent English Language (both written and spoken)
Information Technology (MS Office, Internet)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently
Good team worker with good communication skills
He/ She should have a passion for environment conservation and should have good organizational skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and to make decisions independently
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve
results in a demanding and fast paced environment
Experience of working with Humanitarian Setting
Ability to ride a motorcycle and with a valid riding permit is desirable
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
LWF/WS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. LWF/WS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
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