The Project Officer will be stationed in the field office in Kidepo Valley Conservation Area
Landscape, working closely with the Project Manager, technical staff and stakeholders to
ensure effective implementation of project activities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Project implementation:
i. Planning, coordination, and implementation of the project activities between technical
staff and stakeholders.
ii. Participate in the development and implementation of day-to-day workplans and
operational budgets.
iii. Conduct stakeholder engagements and collaboration within the project area on all
matters related to the project implementation.
iv. Supervise and monitor project activities, including collection of data for monitoring,
evaluation and learning.
v. Responsible for proper utilisation of project assets and resources in line with UCF’s
relevant policies, procedures and standards.
vi. Ensure project implementation is always harmonized with approved project plans and
budgets.
Stakeholder engagement:
vii. Support existing stakeholder networks and collaborations
viii. Support stakeholder network/collaborative meetings and engagements.
ix. Compliance to governance and project policies
Reporting:
x. Ensure timely collection of data and information needed for project monitoring,
evaluation and learning.
xi. Work closely with the Communications Manager and the M & E Manager to
document success stories and reporting internally and externally.
xii. Prepare and submit monthly activity reports in line with UCF guidelines.
Experience & skills required:
Relevant University degree.
At least five years experience of project implementation and management, collaborating with
stakeholders and liaising with partner organisations and community groups.
Experience working with government entities, development partners and aid agencies
Proven knowledge and experience of the not-for-profit sector, preferably conservation
focused non-government organizations.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong
relationships at all levels, including with local communities, government agencies, the notfor-profit sector.
Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team is an advantage.
Good verbal, written communication in English.
Good and demonstratable report writing skills.
Self-driven, diligent and highly organised individual.
Willing to work in remote areas and passionate about conservation.
Detail-oriented and self-motivated individual.
Strong community engagement experience and skills
Previous experience working in the Karamoja region is highly desirable.