OVC Manager at Agency for Cooperation in Research and Development-Uganda (ACORD-U)

The Agency for Cooperation in Research and Development-Uganda (ACORD-U), received grants from USAID, to implement two (2) programmes titled;
1) “Keeping Children Healthy and Safe (KCHS) Activity” in South Western Uganda (Sheema, Mitooma, Kazo, Kiruhura and Ibanda Districts).
2) “Integrated Children and Youth Development (ICYD) Activity” in Central and Western Uganda (Mityana, Gomba, Luwero, Kyenjojo and Kakumiro Districts)
The Agency for Cooperation in Research and Development-Uganda (ACORD-U) wishes to invite qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the following positions:
Positions for ICYD Project;
Position: OVC Manager
Reports to: Programme Development Coordinator
Program/Project: USAID/ICYD
Location: Kampala (1 position) .

Job Responsibilities
• The OVC Manager supports and manages the technical implementation of the USAID ICYD Activity across Five districts supported.
• The OVC manager will coordinate delivery of OVC programming, including ongoing service delivery to transitioning OVC (majority children living with HIV and vulnerable adolescent girls), oversight of roll out national case management tools, assessing and enrolling OVC beneficiaries onto the program using the clinic as the primary entry point for identifying and enrolling beneficiaries, and delivering, coordinating, documenting and reporting on HIV and social protection services within an integrated referral network and case management system.
• The OVC Manager will work closely with the M&E Manager and Finance Manager to ensure coordinated resource and quality technical support to deliver quality services to families and meet and report on comprehensive and prevention performance targets.
• S/he will ensure the OVC team supports the identification, enrollment, retention and provision of a continuum of health and social protection services to OVC and AGYW supported by the project.
• The OVC Manager will ideally bring expertise in USAID OVC programming with specific expertise in GBV/HIV prevention and response programming with children living with HIV and adolescent girls within a case management approach.

Person Specifications;
• Advanced Degree in Social work and Social Administration, business management, finance and administration or a related field or any Social Sciences with similar qualifications. A master’s in a related field is an added advantage.
• At least three years’ experience working on a large project and experience with USAID funded programs/projects necessary. Demonstrated ability in designing, coordinating and implementing OVC/Youth HIV programs and PEPFAR supported activities proven experience in the design, implementation, and management of case management programs in Uganda.
• Experience with implementing OVC interventions and programing, case management direct service to OVC households and knowledge of HIV/AIDS service delivery among caregivers and children living with HIV.
• Ability to work with multi-sectoral agencies, such as community social services, schools, health facilities, and OVC service providers, preferably including experience in leading coordination efforts. Proven ability to develop and maintain partnerships with government stakeholders.
• Experience managing teams and building partnerships in complex situations.
• Proven leadership qualities, depth and breadth of technical expertise and experience, and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to represent the organization at different levels.

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