Norwegian Association of Disabled
Job Title: Programme Coordinator
Reports to: Country Director
Norwegian Association of Disabled-(NAD) founded in 1931, is a Disabled Persons Organisation (DPO) that has been operating in development worker since 1981. NAD’s principle task is to fight all types of barriers that prevent women, men, girls and boys with disabilties from being active participants as well as contributors in their commu-nities. NAD has a long standing partnership with National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU) it main partner in Uganda.
In 2015, NAD strengthened its presence in Uganda by establishing a regional office in Kampala NAD-Uganda’s main goal is to strengthen DPOs and disability movement in Uganda. It also has programmes in inclusive education, economic empowerment, human rights advocacy and disability inclusive disaster risk reduction.
To support a rapidly growing regional office in Kampala, NAD is looking for a Programme Coordinator. The programme Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination, planning, and implementation of the country programme in Uganda. The position also has a reporting line with NAD Oslo on programme work.
Key responsibilities of the role:
Ensure planning and implementation of the country programme
Support partners in formulating results framework and ensuring the set up of achievable targets
Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting for the programme and ensure timely submission of reports
Spearhead the monitoring and evaluation of the programme
Conduct periodic training in monitoring and evaluation for partner staff
Ensure smooth relationship and stakeholder management among implementing partners.
Act as a link between implementing partners in Uganda and NAD Oslo.
Take lead in ensuring collaboration between implementing partners in Uganda through joint planning, review meetings and reporting
Support building synergies and a working relationship among thematic Working Groups on Human Rights Advocacy, Inclusive Education and Economic Empowerment.
Convening the Country Programme Committee meetings and ensuring timely dissemination of results from such meetings.
Monitor budgets regularly and participate in budget revisions periodically.
Monitor workplans to ensure the overall implementation of the programme in a timely manner.
Collating and writing periodic progress reports/monitoring from the implementing partners and sharing with NAD
Coordinate annual reporting from the country level partners to
NAD Oslo, while ensuring that the reporting reflects the country level results framework.
Coordinating baseline evaluations and research processes related to the country programme.
Support organizational and inter-organizational learning through coordination of learning visits.
Participate in proposal writing and applications for funding.
Participate and attend other stakeholders meetings and engagements.
Qualifications
A relevant Degree in fields such as social sciences and other’ humanities
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in programme management, monitoring and evaluation.
Strong Monitoring and Evaluation training
Demonstrable Experience working in the field of disability and development.
Other competences
Excellent report writing skills- ability to write highly analytical reports that are well synthesised
Excellent interpersonal relationship skills- ability to work with various teams and colleagues.
Willingness to travel as required for programme and partner follow ups.
Firm belief and conviction in NAD values.
Persons with lived experience of disability are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Email your CV and cover letter in PDF to esther.akantorana@nhf.no
Please do not exceed 6 pages in total. Please use in subject line ” PROGRAMME COORDINATOR, NAD”. The deadline for application is 2nd May 2025. All applications should be addressed to the Country Director. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
NAD is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All staff are expected to follow and adhere to NAD policies and guidelines.
