Akola Project ,Empowerment Team Administrative Assistant Jobs in Uganda

Position:Empowerment Team
Administrative Assistant

Classification: Uganda Contract
Staff

Contract
Period:
One Year

Location:Jinja, Uganda

Basis
of Employment:
Full-time; 40-50 hours per week depending on demands of the work

Compensation: $300 gross monthly
salary

Benefits: International health
insurance policy (excludes US), housing, project transportation, monthly phone
allowance

, work visa, round-trip flight to Uganda and generous vacation policy

Reports
to:
Empowerment and Educational Programs Manager

Key
Roles:
Provide administrative support for Empowerment Team staff members

POSITION
DESCRIPTION:

The
Empowerment Team Administrative Assistant is a full-time paid position based in
our Jinja, Uganda office. This position is responsible for supporting
empowerment staff in ministry, wellness, and empowerment programming, as well
as providing support for Akola Project’s monitoring and evaluation activities.
This position will require strong attention to detail, efficiency, thorough
organizational skills, self-initiative, problem solving capabilities, and an
interest in the best practices in international development. You will be an
integral part of our day-to-day operations. This position will require a strong
connection with the mission of Akola Project and a willingness to give a
complete effort for the organization to meet its development goals.

Responsibilities:

Leadership

·
Lead Akola Project beneficiaries in a way that facilitates a high performance
egalitarian culture of learning and development, trust and integrity

·
Seek understanding with and unified leadership alongside the leadership team

·
Provide Christian leadership to the Akola women and to the community

·
Provide a good example of stewardship with time, resources and privilege for
the staff, employees, and women’s groups

·
Serve as an active advocate for Akola Project, promoting the vision, mission
and goals of the organization amongst the community at all times to ensure the
organization maintains a positive public standing

Ministry
& Wellness Programs

·
Maintain ministry and wellness records and databases

·
Assist in the planning and implementation of Village Fellowship and Monday
Bible Study as needed

·
Oversee Wellness Officers in our village groups to ensure members receive
proper support

·
Expand Akola Project’s Wellness Officer program to new Akola women’s groups

·
Assist in planning for bi-weekly Fun Friday activities

Akola
Academy

·
Provide administrative support for Akola Academy, including planning logistics
and attending as needed

·
Create and maintain all Akola Academy databases

·
Explore partnerships with other local organizations as needed

·
Research content for curriculum and educational programs as assigned

Monitoring
& Evaluation

·
Assist in clerical preparation for all monitoring & evaluation activities

·
Enter data into databases to assist with monitoring & evaluation reports

·
Sort and pull data on request

Administration

·
Research ministry, wellness, empowerment, and monitoring & evaluation
concepts on request

·
Research comprehensive database to streamline storage of data; enter records
into new database

·
Create and organize written records of all programming

·
Document programs with photos and video; prepare updates on ministry &
wellness programs as needed

·
Communicate regularly with Empowerment and Educational Programs Manager
regarding planning and programs both verbally and through written reports

·
Assist with other Akola Project programs as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

·
Bachelor’s degree from four-year college in International Relations,
International Development, or a related field

·
Strong organizational skills, problem-solving skills, and self-initiative

·
Creative and positive in providing support

KEY
COMPETENCIES:

You
are a servant leader.
You
understand that your role is a full-time position that should be taken
seriously.
You
share a heart for the vision, mission and values of Akola Project.
You
agree with Akola’s approach to Christian ministry in Uganda.
You
are comfortable with interfaith dialogue between Muslim and Christian
women.
You
are comfortable working in a foreign community with different cultural
atmospheres and working environments.
You
possess strong organizational skills, self-initiative, problem solving
abilities, and an interest in women’s empowerment and wellness.
You
possess a respectful and mature attitude towards different cultures,
customs and ways of life.
You
are willing to work long and unpredictable hours and travel long distances
as necessary.
You
are willing to take initiative and do what is necessary to further the
vision of the organization.
You
are a self-starter and are able to follow through on ideas with minimal
guidance.
You
approach unexpected challenges with patience and confidence, using your
talents to find new ways of accomplishing tasks.
You
are willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed and be
flexible if your role should change.
You
are able to effectively communicate with others and efficiently delegate
tasks as needed.
You
possess strong leadership abilities and are not afraid to make tough
decisions.
You
exhibit the utmost integrity and transparency when handling company
finances.
You
are able to work independently and as part of a team.
You
have the capacity to juggle multiple requests, prioritize effectively and
consistently meet deadlines.

ALL
FULL TIME STAFF MEMBERS WITH AKOLA PROJECT MUST COMMIT TO:

·
Working within the responsibilities and boundaries of my position with respect
to the organizational structure set forth.

·
Following all of the rules, regulations and policies.

·
Representing Akola Project with the utmost character and integrity at all
times. I understand that I am a direct representative of Akola Project’s
Christian mission, vision, values and goals.

·
Fulfilling my goals and responsibilities to the best of my ability during my
time as a staff member.

·
Refrain from any activity that could be construed as inappropriate behavior
towards a national or team member.

·
Refrain from sharing private information regarding the internal operations or
issues surrounding Akola Project or using organizational information, design,
or processes for your own purposes without consulting the executive staff.

·
Respect other faith traditions.

·
Supports and love women in the spirit of Jesus and share the gospel through
your words and deeds instead of by force or cohersion.

·
Remember that I have come to learn, not just to teach. I will resist the
temptation to tell people “how we do things.” This applies to Christian
ministry!

·
Be open to learning new ways of accomplishing tasks.

·
Respect, support, and promote Akola Project’s Christian identity and values,
even if it is different from what I am accustomed to.

·
Develop and maintain a servant attitude toward nationals and my teammates at
all times.

·
Finding ways to solve any unexpected issues that arise to the best of my
ability.

·
Abstain from excessive drinking and partying while working in Akola Project’s
primary project areas (Jinja, Pajule). Any staff caught doing illegal drugs in
the country at any time will be relieved of their duties immediately and pay
for all associated costs related to their early departure.

How
to apply:

Instructions
for Applying

Applicants
should submit the following by email with subject line “Application:
Empowerment Team Administrative Assistant” to recruitment@akolaproject.org. Applicants are
encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted for an interview.

Resume/CV
highlighting your education and work experience
1-2
page cover letter that outlines (1) Why you are interested in the
position, Akola Project, the mission/vision and Uganda specifically; (2)
Relevant work experience for the position and why you believe you are the
best candidate for the job. Be sure to cite specific personal
characteristics and specific work experiences that you feel make you
qualified to fulfill the required responsibilities; (3) The role your
faith plays in your work.
Names
and contact information for at least one personal and one professional
reference
A
paragraph for two of the following questions:
Tell
us about one moment that changed the course of your life.
What
is one thing in the world that makes you angry?
What
is the best book you’ve read in the last year? Why?
What
will you do to entertain yourself when power is out for hours on end?