Programme and Operations Officer

Resource Mobilization and Fundraising:

• Identify funding opportunities from foundations, bilateral or multilateral donors, corporates, and other stakeholders, expecting their financial contribution.
• Prepare funding proposals, grant applications, and donor reports.
• Develop and execute the organization’s fundraising strategy.
• Maintain a calendar of donor deadlines and reporting requirements.

Partnership Development:

• Map potential partners including NGOs, private sector actors, government bodies, and funders.
• Initiate and nurture partnerships that align with the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Represent the organization in meetings, networks, and partnership-building forums.
• Develop and manage MOUs and partnership agreements.

Executive and Strategic Support:

• Work closely with and provide strategic support to the Executive Director.
• Prepare reports, concept notes, Power Point Presentations, and briefing documents.
• Prepare high-level planning, execution, and monitoring of organizational priorities.
• Coordinate internal communication between departments and with the Executive Director.

Programme Management:

• Develop planning, implementation, and monitoring of programmes.
• Develop project proposals, logframes, and budgets.
• Coordinate with field teams and stakeholders to ensure timely and effective delivery of activities.
• Compile and analyze programme data and draft narrative and financial reports.
• Undertake field missions.

Operations and Administration Support:

• Support procurement, logistics, and administrative operations.
• Support in maintaining effective systems for documentation, compliance, HR, and budgeting.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in development studies, International Relations, Public or Business Administration, or a related field (Masters preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in programme coordination, operations, Partnership, Resources mobilisation and fundraising preferably within the nonprofit environment.
• Proven experience in writing successful grant proposals and managing donor relationships.
• Experience supporting executive leadership is a strong asset.

Key Skills, Competencies and other requirements:

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of fundraising trends and donor landscapes.
• Strategic thinking and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant project management tools.
• Fluency in English and at least one of the most spoken local languages
• Christian values and ability to work with Christian faith-based organisations and related environments, including participation in their activities: Sunday services, prayers, and other related activities.
• Be a Ugandan citizen

Desirable:

• Familiarity with donor rules.
• Existing network of development or philanthropic contacts.
• Willingness to travel and adapt to dynamic work environments.

How to Apply:

All applications will be received and Reviewed through BrighterMonday Portal by Clicking on the 'Apply Here' section