The Work-based Learning Specialist for the Generating Growth Opportunities and
Productivity of Women Enterprises (GROW) Project will be responsible for developing and
implementing Sub-component 1D activities on apprenticeship outreach, recruitment and
retention of micro and small women entrepreneurs and their employeesin line with the Uganda
National Apprenticeship Framework, (UNAF) 2018.
Duties and Responsibilities
a. Lead in the developing synergies of the GROW Project sub-component 1D with the subcomponents 1B, IC and Component 2
b. Conduct markets needs assessments of the opportunities specifically sector-based
employer survey that provides the areas of needs and opportunities for micro and small
women entrepreneurs and their employes apprenticeship
c. Develop and implement strategies for outreach, recruitment and retention of apprentices
(micro and small women entrepreneurs and their employees) in the enterprises including
designing and developing brochures, fliers and general informational materials to promote
the program and participate in trade fairs and make presentations to targeted audiences;
d. Develop and foster professional relationships with industry, apprenticeship superintendent
and apprentices (micro and small women entrepreneurs and their employes)
e. Negotiate and prepare contracts and payment schedules for training programs with
employers. Conduct site visits to ensure guidelines are being met. Review and maintain
instructor/apprentice evaluations, lesson plans, monthly progress reports and record
keeping systems;
f. Lead in the development of the training packages for both on-job and off-job training
g. Liaise with the assessment bodiesto undertake competency assessmentsincluding progress
monitoring of the apprentices and planning and organizing for their graduation;
h. Provide market research for employment trends in the apprenticeship areas to determine
new program needs and directions.
i. Develop and grow work-based learning relationships among employers and organizations.
j. Support the Department of Labour, Industrial Relations and Productivity in the formulation
and implementation of Work-based Learning Policy, laws, standards and guidelines
k. Support oversight of the electronic filing system for the office, including support and
creation of materials for Work Based Learning and its mission.
l. Collaborate with the hosting institutions to assess program performance by collecting, analyzing, and reporting the performance and employment data.
m. Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Project Coordinator.
Minimum Qualification
Master’s Degree in Development Management/Studies, Economics, TVET or a related
discipline from recognized University. A Post-graduate Diploma in Project Planning and
Management is added advantage.
Experience and Competencies
a. At least eight (8) years working experience in a related field with a bias in skills
development.
b. Experience in developing work-based learning programs targeting women and girls
c. Knowledge of the key employers, industries, and economic drivers in Uganda.
d. Ability to create reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
e. Proficient in the use of spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software, such as
Microsoft Office, to prepare reports, prepare presentations and conduct data analysis.
f. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to a diverse population in a
multicultural environment.
g. Ability to create good working relationships with a variety of individuals at all levels of
management within organizations to facilitate inter-organizational cooperation.
h. Ability to manage time and prioritize resources to meet objectives.
Deliverables
i. Monthly, quarterly implementation status reports.
ii. Timely delivery of the work placement of micro and small women entrepreneurs and
their employees.
iii. Updated reports on the status of various Apprentices (micro and small women
entrepreneurs and their employees) at the various work stations.
iv. Updated database on the Apprentices (micro and small women entrepreneurs and
their employees).