Build Africa (BA) is a UK based charity that has done development work for
the last thirty years. BA programmes in Uganda focus on income improvement and
support to education with cross-cutting themes in livelihoods, HIV/AIDS and
gender.
Build Africa Uganda (BAU) currently works in the districts of Kumi, Ngora,
Paliisa, Kibuku, Bugiri, Oyam, Bukedea, Masindi, Kiryandongo and Buliisa.
BAU seeks an external consultant(s) or an agency with whom to collaborate
in the design and delivery of the one-day team building programme for up to 22
staff and 5 volunteers, 11 female and 16 male.
The exercise aims at bringing together the team members from all offices
and strengthening team cohesion, spirit, and ability to think and act together.
BAU has had a number of staff changes with number of new members joining, hence
the need to further strengthen the team.
Position Title: External Team Building Consultant
Organization:Build Africa Uganda (BAU)
Employment Type:Full Time Permanent
Duration : 24 months
Start date : 01-Dec-2014
Application Deadline:12 December 2014
Expected Output
It is important to note that one full day will be dedicated for team
building activities only. There will be no discussion of any programmatic or operational
issues. The team building activities will focus on the following objectives:
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Knowing each other
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Working together (with a special focus on working together from two remote
locations)
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Trusting each other
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Understanding cultural sensitivities
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Respecting each other
Recruitment of a consultant
The selected consultant(s) or an agency will assist in the design,
preparation and facilitation of the team building retreat as well as compiling
a report outlining the workshop's proceedings, including practical
recommendations and operational tools which can be used by the team in the
future.
Key tasks
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Consultant(s)/agency will complete the following tasks, in close
consultation with BAU:
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Review of all relevant documentation pertaining to BAU team
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Draft the agenda for the one-day team building exercise
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Design and develop team building content of the retreat and related
activities
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Present interactive and flexible facilitation tools and material aids for
brainstorming prepared prior to the workshop
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Facilitate the retreat on 18th December 2014.
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The team building exercise should be creatively organized to include
strategic brainstorming sessions aimed at helping the personnel develop and
articulate corporate and individual understanding oneself and their collegues
in order to achieve the retreat’s goals.
Consultants profile
Experienced (10-15 years) management or people’s development consultant or
agency
Proven track record of facilitating team building and knowledge sharing
workshops and consultancy experience. Payments, budget and reporting
The contractor will be paid a lump sum in one installment at the end of the
assignment.
Key activities in your role will include:
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Developing ACF’s program strategy to maximize the impact of our response to
the changing needs of vulnerable populations in Uganda.
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Monitoring results in all long-term project sites while also directing
assessments in other locations in Uganda for possible emergency interventions.
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Managing security in a highly insecure & changing environment,
analyzing, identifying, & mitigating risks to the safety & security of
ACF’s teams.
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Liaising & negotiating with partners & other actors, building
relationships with authorities & community leaders throughout South Sudan
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Collecting & analyzing data related to the socio-economic &
humanitarian issues in Uganda.
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Overseeing the mission’s HR, financial & logistics management,
assessments & response planning activities.
Does this description fit you?
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You’re an experienced humanitarian professional
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You have a Bachelors’ degree (or higher) in Humanitarian Action,
International Relations, International Development & policy, or a related
field.
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You have completed further study in Security Management in Humanitarian
Contexts.
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You have at least 5 years’ field experience, culminating in time as a
Deputy Country Director or Country Director. You’ve worked in highly political,
complex emergencies or developmental & security environments.
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You can successfully lead a diverse team of committed professionals
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You've managed senior staff from a variety of cultural & technical
backgrounds. You’re comfortable coaching & developing the skills of your
direct reports, adapting your leadership to professionals who may, or may not,
be familiar working in humanitarian action.
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Your knowledge of the donor community ensures projects respond to the most
pressing humanitarian needs & that activities remain compliant with grant
requirements.
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You’re able to analyze changes in your context & discuss the
implications with senior operational staff. You are comfortable communicating
HQ decisions to your team & local partners.
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You intuitively adapt how you communicate context analysis, strategy,
policies & procedures to suit different audiences - both verbally & in
writing.
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You want to lead ambitious programming that has an impact
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You are able to see past the inevitable day-to-day emergencies to set &
reinforce a long-term strategic vision for the mission.
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You enthusiastically engage the mission’s technical teams & promote the
development & implementation of innovative approaches to solve core
humanitarian problems.
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You’re proficient using project evaluations & other PCM tools to
continuously improve the quality of activities under your scope of
responsibility
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You are diplomatic but tenacious.
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You recognize that advocating for
change & innovative programming requires building strong relationships with
donors, local authorities & other partners, while retaining the space to
speak confidently about ACF’s programs & our knowledge of the Uganda humanitarian
& Development needs
Apply online with resume and cover letter at Country Director Job in Uganda
Applications should be emailed to: bau@build-africauganda.org The deadline
for applications is 30/11/2014
Country Director Job in Uganda
Closing date: 12 December 2014
The consultant will be required to submit both a technical and financial
proposal to Build Africa Uganda (see address given below). The technical
proposal should cover:-
1. Experience of individual / firm in relation to the team building
2. Understanding (definition) of the purpose of the team building
3. Methodology
4. Activity schedule (work plan).
You’ll contribute to ending world hunger by Leading a dynamic and committed
team in the implementation of the strategy adapting ACF activities to the
transitional context of the Country with attention to the changing needs, donor
priorities and ACF competences.
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