Senior Planner Socioeconomic Development (NPA-OS-4) at National Planning Authority

The National Planning Authority (NPA) was established by an Act of Parliament No. 15 of 2002 in compliance with article 125 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda (1995). Accordingly, it is the principal statutory agency responsible for the management of national and decentralized development planning in Uganda. The primary function of the Authority is to produce comprehensive and integrated development plans for the country elaborated in terms of the perspective Vision, Long and Me
Through its external sourcing strategies and career offers, NPA Executive Authority is desirous of filling selected vacancies to strengthen its human resources capacity by recruiting dynamic and self-motivated professional individuals to complement its current staff in the effective and efficient implementation of its mandate. The offer is open to interested professionals with the required qualifications, experience, competencies, skills and the right work attitude. A competitive and attractive remuneration package is attached to each position. .

Senior Planner Socioeconomic Development (NPA-OS-4)
Reports to: Assistant Coordinator African Peer Review Mechanism and Partnerships
Preferred age: 30-55 years

Main function:
To produce and disseminate the socioeconomic development thematic area reports, and coordinate the integration of the APRM Programme of Action (POA) activities as contained in the thematic area into the National Development Plan.
The incumbent will also support the APRM Governing Council with monitoring and evaluation of the POA implementation.
Duties and Responsibilities: Please refer to details on www.npa.go.ug

Person Specifications/ Qualifications
• Hons first degree majoring in any of the following fields: Economics, Social Development, Social Sciences, Development Planning, Economic Policy and Planning, Development Economics, or a closely related discipline from a recognized University;
• A Masters’ Degree in any of the following fields: Economics, Social Development, Social Sciences, Development Planning, Economic Policy and Planning, Development Economics, or a closely related discipline from a recognized University;
• PhD degree in a related field will be an added advantage.

Experience and Knowledge;
• At least 6 years working experience in socio-economic development or in a similar position, and at least 4 years of which must be at Senior level in a reputable organization;
• Must have a good working knowledge of public sector management, Policy development and other related areas;
• Must have a good understanding of Socio-Economic Development at both national and International levels.
• Evidence of developing and sustaining linkages, working with stakeholders, and liaising with government MDAs and development partners

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