NGO Social Sciences Degree Jobs at International Rescue Committee - Field Manager

							NGO Social Sciences Degree Jobs at International Rescue Committee - Field Manager



Job Title: field manager
Organisation: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location: Kampala Uganda

The IRC in Uganda is actively seeking a dynamic individual who will provide leadership and
direction to the work that the IRC does in Kitgum and Lamwo districts. He/ She is responsible
for is coordinating efficient operational and program support to the field office. The Field
Manager works closely with the Program Managers/Officers in coordinating all IRC programs
and representing the IRC to other key stakeholders in the field.



Duties and Responsibilities1. Operations Management:Establish regular communications
between programmes and operations to effectively identify and address specific issues.

Support program and operations staff and ensure that staff has enough resources and support for
activities in the field.2. Security

Monitor the security situation in Kitgum District, and keep senior Kampala staff informed of
developments with implications for staff safety and for program implementation.

Actively participate in the revision of the IRC Uganda Security Management Plan and ensure
that all staff are in compliance with relevant IRC security procedures and protocols.3. Logistics

Oversee logistics support operations including procurement, stock management, vehicle
operations, equipment maintenance and repair (including communications and computer
equipment) in compliance with IRC and donor logistic policies.

Ensure reduction of operational costs and wastes in the Logistics functions.4. Finance

In liaison with program staff, prepare cash forecasts and Cash Transfer Requests (CTR) for the
Field Office.

Work with program staff to help them develop accurate cash forecasts and expenditure tracking
mechanism.

Supervise the preparation and timely submission of end-of-month cash book uploads to Finance
Kampala.

Oversee all budget expenditures in area of operation and ensure they are allowable and
allocatable according to IRC and donor regulations;
Lead the field site BvA review process; reviewing Monthly Budget vs. Actuals reports and
Budget Expenditure Plans with program staff, making recommendations on the basis of these
and ensuring that appropriate action is taken in a timely fashion;5. Human Resources /
Administration

Ensure that performance evaluations for all staff are conducted on time, and review all
evaluations to ensure quality and consistency.

Ensure fair and consistent disciplinary management system in accordance with policies and
procedures.

Secure appropriate administrative services and maintain administrative systems which enable the
Kitgum field office to work effectively and efficiently.6. Strategic Planning

Oversee the integration of the core strategies of IRC Uganda’s five-year strategic plan into
program activities

Participate in workshops to establish and monitor annual operating plans for the strategic plan,
and oversee implantation of the annual operating plans in Kitgum

Oversee the transition operations and make recommendations to senior management.7.
Representation / Communications

Represent IRC at the local District authorities (administrative, sectoral and security officials),
UN agencies, fellow NGOs and other stakeholders

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:· Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies,
International Relations or any relevant field.· At least 3 years experience of Field Management
for humanitarian relief or development projects.· Clear understanding of budget management,
particularly allocation across multi-budgets;· Familiarity of IRC donor policies and
requirements;· Good security management skills;· Good working knowledge of communications
systems (satellite, VHF and HF radio);· Good working knowledge of computer software: MS
Word, Excel & email applications required; MS Access, Project & GIS an advantage.

How to apply:
Send CV and cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for to: The Human Resource and
Administration Manager, International Rescue Committee, P.O. Box 24672 Kampala; OR Email:
UA-IRCJobs@Rescue.orgOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and any form of
canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Deadline: 3rd Oct 2012