Development Officer Job Careers – Uganda Christian University
Job Title: Development Officer
Organization: Uganda Christian University
Duty Station: UCU Main Campus, Mukono, Uganda
About US:
Uganda Christian University (UCU) is an authentic Christian institution established by the Church of Uganda in 1997 in response to a call for quality university education with a Christian perspective. In 2004, UCU became the first private university to be chartered or accredited by the government of Uganda. Located in Mukono, less than an hour’s drive from the capital city Kampala, Uganda Christian University is one of Uganda’s leading teaching and research universities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee the general administration of Development office.
- Carryout research for grant possibilities/donors.
- Writing of project proposals and grant requests.
- Oversee projects accountability.
- Responsible for preparing accountability for donors.
- Identify UCU professional chairs and possible funders.
- Consulting with other University Offices for fundraising needs, strategies and proposal writing.
- In-charge of organization of annual fundraising events.
- Report to donors on project progress and finances.
- Represent the line DVC to the stakeholders when necessary.
- Network with other institutions (Funders or Partners), float concepts verbally and in writing and think dynamically about how UCU and its programmes fit with other organization’s priorities.
- Describe easily UCU’s programmes and distinctive features in creative ways for African and non-African audiences.
- Liaise with support organizations abroad.
- Develop strategies to work with UCU stakeholders including alumni, parents and employers for funding and other developments.
- Oversee activities of the Alumni Affairs Office.
- Develop and monitor Development plans in line with the strategic plan, and maintain the current priority list of development needs by the target area.
- Any other duties as assigned by the line DVC.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Master’s degree in Administration or a Management discipline from a recognized institution of higher learning.
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Administration or a Management discipline from a recognized institution of higher learning
- A minimum of five years of work experience performing similar tasks in a reputable organization.
- Have a broad knowledge and understanding of development Principles, with proven analytical, interpretative abilities and report writing skills.
- Must be a person of high integrity and self-driven.
- Must be a team leader and a person of affable character.
- Exposure to working under pressure with strict adherence to deadlines.
- Highly effective interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
- Must have budgetary skills and analysis capabilities.
- Be client service oriented and have sound conflict management and time management skills.
- Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Must be a committed and practicing Christian with a demonstrable testimony.
How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should apply online at the link below.
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Deadline: Friday, 27th September 2019.
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