Development worker for the project ‘Strengthening the socio-economic participation of refugees and host communities in West Nile in Uganda’

Our model for success is a better life for everyone and purposeful tasks for our employees. For more than 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), as a company of the German Federal Government, has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide. Together with partner organisations in 120 countries, we are involved in a diverse range of projects. If you want to make a difference in the world and develop yourself in the process, you’ve come to the right place.

Job description

The project ‘Strengthening the socio-economic participation of refugees and the host population in north-west Uganda’ aims to provide support for communities hosting refugees as well as for refugees themselves and refugee organisations. The host communities are located primarily in the districts of Obongi and Adjumani, in the West Nile region. The creation of social cohesion and citizen participation, particularly given the challenges caused by climate change, are the main concern. Uganda has an internationally recognised refugee policy, which the project works to promote and implement in practice.

Your tasks

• Independent responsibility for social cohesion and cultural participation under the GIZ project
• Dedicated cooperation with local partners and organisations to develop and implement solutions on a joint basis
• Planning and implementing cultural and sporting events to foster exchange and understanding between refugees and the local population
• Coordinating training courses and workshops to promote the intercultural skills of all participants
• Supporting and cooperating with (local and national) partner organisations
• Advising the local partner on the monitoring and evaluation of measures
• Taking on tasks in an intercultural team

Your profile

• University degree in social sciences, political science, anthropology, psychology or similar field, as well as initial professional experience
• Experience working in an intercultural context, ideally in cooperation with refugees or host communities
• Experience in promoting refugee integration and participation, ideally in cooperation with local communities, is desirable
• Highly skilled at working together with different stakeholders
• Able to work independently, and in a structured and creative manner
• Excellent moderation, presentation and communication skills
• Business fluency in English

Location information

We are pleased to offer you a first impression on topics such as climate, shopping and services, the school situation and health care in Uganda.

The holder of this position will operate in the medium-sized centres in the district capitals of Obongi and Adjumani in the West Nile region, and will live and work there. Regular business trips to the surrounding larger cities (Gulu, Arua and Kampala, the capital) are envisaged. Basic medical care is guaranteed, with a good selection of medical facilities available in Kampala in particular. In the event of a complicated medical emergency, however, care would need to be provided abroad (either in Kenya or Germany). The climate is tropical. The supply situation on the ground is limited to essentials although the larger medium-sized centres – within an hour’s drive – have a decent range of goods. Regular trips are made to the capital Kampala in order to replenish supplies, including foreign products. There are no (international) schools in the assignment locations, although local options are available for smaller children of per-school age.

Further information on country-specific advice from the Federal Foreign Office at https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en.

At the site of operation, the particulate pollution occurs to be many time higher than the European acceptable limit. As part of the selection process and during the recruitment examination you will be informed of appropriate protective and behavioral measures.

Notes

GIZ’s Development Service is looking forward to applications of candidates with a professional qualification and / or university degree and at least two years of professional experience. In addition you hold the German nationality or the nationality of a member state of the European Union.

Willingness to travel on a regular basis is required.

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Please observe the provisions of the country-specific vaccination regulations for entry and work in the country of assignment.

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About us

The basis for service as a development worker is the Development Workers Act (EhfG) and a comprehensive package of benefits based on it. This includes, among other things, targeted professional and personal preparation. We offer the opportunity to work in an innovative, globally active development institution. Your competencies are in demand in an interdisciplinary team on site.

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued – regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation.

We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.

Contact

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