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Project Officer-SRH (Out-of-School) job at Action 4 Health Uganda (A4HU)
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Aug-14
Location: Uganda, Kampala
Project Officer-SRH (Out-of-School) 2025-08-13T13:27:28+00:00 Action 4 Health Uganda (A4HU) https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/default_logo_company/defaultlogo.png https://a4huganda.org/ FULL_TIME Uganda Kampala 00256 Uganda Nonprofit, and NGO Management 2025-08-31T17:00:00+00:00 Uganda 8 Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Project Officer will oversee the implementation, monitoring, reporting, and capacity-building initiatives for Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) interventions targeting out-of-school youth. The officer will ensure program deliverables are achieved in collaboration with District Health Departments, health facilities, community leaders, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and youth structures. Key Responsibilities: Program Implementation & Technical Support - Support youth structures (Peer Educators, Peer Facilitators) and health workers in implementing evidence-based, culturally appropriate, and high-impact SRHR interventions.
- Ensure SRHR activities for out-of-school youth align with project plans and local needs.
- Lead community mobilization efforts and implement effective Behavior Change Communication (BCC) strategies to promote demand for SRHR services.
- Conduct capacity-building sessions for Youth Clubs, Peer Educators, and health workers on SRHR topics, including life skills, youth-friendly services, and reporting.
- Identify, respond to, and report SRHR-related issues in accordance with project guidelines.
- Strengthen community accountability mechanisms to address beneficiary feedback.
- Develop and implement male engagement strategies to foster champions for SRHR.
Coordination & Representation - Collaborate with Local Governments, Health Centers, CBOs, FBOs, and other stakeholders in joint planning and implementation of activities.
- Represent A4HU in SRHR-related coordination meetings, Technical Working Groups, and other relevant forums.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting - Oversee routine data collection from health facilities (YFCs) and Youth Clubs for reporting and planning.
- Analyze program data in collaboration with M&E staff to assess progress and address gaps.
- Monitor project effectiveness by tracking quarterly targets and indicators.
Administration & Financial Management - Contribute to the development of costed implementation plans, performance reviews, and reports.
- Ensure proper management of A4HU assets in compliance with organizational policies.
- Prepare periodic budget forecasts and monitor expenditures on SRHR activities.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager and Finance Unit to reconcile budgets and expenditures.
Additional Duties - Support the development of program communication materials.
- Demonstrate initiative, analytical skills, and integrity in completing assignments.
- Promote results-based management (RBM) and client-oriented approaches in line with A4HU values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Competencies: - Relevant degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Proven experience in SRHR programming, preferably with out-of-school youth.
- Strong coordination, monitoring, and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication and community engagement abilities.
No Requirements JOB-689c92c098ae7 Vacancy title:
Project Officer-SRH (Out-of-School) Jobs at:
Action 4 Health Uganda (A4HU) Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, August 31 2025 Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 13 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Project Officer will oversee the implementation, monitoring, reporting, and capacity-building initiatives for Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) interventions targeting out-of-school youth. The officer will ensure program deliverables are achieved in collaboration with District Health Departments, health facilities, community leaders, Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and youth structures. Key Responsibilities: Program Implementation & Technical Support - Support youth structures (Peer Educators, Peer Facilitators) and health workers in implementing evidence-based, culturally appropriate, and high-impact SRHR interventions.
- Ensure SRHR activities for out-of-school youth align with project plans and local needs.
- Lead community mobilization efforts and implement effective Behavior Change Communication (BCC) strategies to promote demand for SRHR services.
- Conduct capacity-building sessions for Youth Clubs, Peer Educators, and health workers on SRHR topics, including life skills, youth-friendly services, and reporting.
- Identify, respond to, and report SRHR-related issues in accordance with project guidelines.
- Strengthen community accountability mechanisms to address beneficiary feedback.
- Develop and implement male engagement strategies to foster champions for SRHR.
Coordination & Representation - Collaborate with Local Governments, Health Centers, CBOs, FBOs, and other stakeholders in joint planning and implementation of activities.
- Represent A4HU in SRHR-related coordination meetings, Technical Working Groups, and other relevant forums.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting - Oversee routine data collection from health facilities (YFCs) and Youth Clubs for reporting and planning.
- Analyze program data in collaboration with M&E staff to assess progress and address gaps.
- Monitor project effectiveness by tracking quarterly targets and indicators.
Administration & Financial Management - Contribute to the development of costed implementation plans, performance reviews, and reports.
- Ensure proper management of A4HU assets in compliance with organizational policies.
- Prepare periodic budget forecasts and monitor expenditures on SRHR activities.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager and Finance Unit to reconcile budgets and expenditures.
Additional Duties - Support the development of program communication materials.
- Demonstrate initiative, analytical skills, and integrity in completing assignments.
- Promote results-based management (RBM) and client-oriented approaches in line with A4HU values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Competencies: - Relevant degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Proven experience in SRHR programming, preferably with out-of-school youth.
- Strong coordination, monitoring, and reporting skills.
- Excellent communication and community engagement abilities.
Work Hours: 8 Experience: No Requirements Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
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