Prevention. TPO is currently running projects in the districts of Isingingro, Bushenyi, Gulu, Kitgum, Nwoya, Amuru, Lira, Pader, Katakwi, West Nile region and Karamoja and is looking to recruit for the following positions;
Job title: Business Development Advisor
Duty station: Gulu with frequent travel to Kitgum, Pader and Lira
Reporting to: Project Coordinator
Job Summary: The Business Development Advisor will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the socioeconomic and livelihoods support interventions in the selected sub-counties in the project districts of Gulu, Kitgum, Pader and Lira. He/she is expected to work in the field, interact and mobilize groups to assist them come up with self-driven social action plans. He/she is also expected to setup mechanisms for networking with existing initiatives at national, district and sub-county levels to assist groups to access additional technical and material assistance. He/she will be expected to build capacities of groups formed and support them in the areas of group dynamics, village savings and loans schemes, book keeping and regular support supervision to monitor the performance of the households etc.
Requirement:
The ideal candidate must possess the following skills;
• Proven experience in participatory approaches of working with groups in rural settings.
• Working knowledge of Luo and Acholi language and ability and willingness to ride a motorcycle are of added advantage.
The successful candidate will possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience in agri-business, livelihoods projects, microcredit schemes etc. and a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Economics, Micro-finance, Social work and Social Administration or Development Studies.
The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Work related field in addition to 3 years work experience among rural communities. You should also be able to speak the local language.
How to apply:
Interested applicants should submit an application letter addressed to the Country Director TPO Uganda, a CV, certificates and a table showing your recent 3 year salary history by post or hand delivered to: The Country Director TPO Uganda, P.O.Box 21646, Kampala, Uganda. Plot 3271, Kansanga,Gaba Road. Opposite Kampala International University by 5pm on the 31st January 2012. Please quote the position that you are applying for on the top left corner of the envelope. Female candidates are encouraged to apply but only qualifying candidates will be contacted.
