Dear Colleagues,
We are glad to announce vacancies for the following positions:
* Senior Researcher - Kitgum (1)
* Senior Communications & Media Officer - Kitgum (1)
* SGBVP Lawyer - Kotido (1)
* SGBVP Legal Researcher - Gulu (1)
* SGBVP Social Worker - Kotido (1)
* Personal Assistant (1)
* Volunteer Lawyer - Durable Solutions (2)
* Volunteer Lawyer - Access to Justice, Kampala (1)
* Volunteer Lawyer - Access to Justice, Gulu (1)
* Receptionist - Kitgum (1)
* Security Guards - Kampala(3), Kitgum (2)
* Driver/Logistician - Gulu (1)
Please find below details about each of the above mentioned position as
well as instructions on how to apply.
Deadline for submission of applications is 7th June 2011.
Please send all replies to: [log in to unmask]
Regards,
Moses A. Nsubuga
ICT Officer
Refugee Law Project
+256-414-343556
www.refugeelawproject.org
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VACANCIES
The Refugee Law Project is an outreach project of the Faculty of Law,
Makerere University. Our Mission is to empower asylum seekers, refugees,
deportees, IDPs and host communities in Uganda to enjoy their human
rights and lead dignified lives. The Refugee Law Project has an active
anti-discrimination policy; Women, Persons with Disability and sexual
minorities are encouraged to apply.
We are seeking;
1) Senior Researcher – Kitgum (1) to assist in development and design of
Kitgum Peace Documentation Centre research agenda, research delivery
mechanisms and commissioning of policy research. S/he should posses’
intellectual leadership in the fields of Conflict, Human Rights,
Transitional Justice and or Forensic Anthropology, preferably by Masters
Degree in Law, Conflict Studies and or Community Psychology. S/he should
be able to demonstrate field research experience as well as group
facilitation skills, and be conversant with the main computer
applications such as EPI-info, SPSS. Proof of published works is highly
desirable.
2) Senior Communications & Media Officer – Kitgum (1) to undertake a
communication assessment and as a result develop and implement Kitgum
Peace Documentation Centres’ communication and Advocacy strategy. This
requires excellence in originating and preparing written material such
as issue briefings, manuals, as well as layouts for use in various
communication media. Experience working in videography and photography
are a MUST. S/he should possess a Masters degree in Communication,
Journalism, and Public Relations. Knowledge of transitional justice,
conflict and migration are an added advantage.
3) SGBVP Lawyer Kotido (1) to provide legal advice and rerpesentation to
SGBPV survivors and to refer before various organisations working with
SGBPV survivors and in courts of law; Write reports that include
statistical analysis of pattern of challenges received by the
department. S/he should posses a Bachelor of Laws Degree and a Diploma
in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre, Must be an enrolled
advocate of the High court of Uganda. At least 2 years experience in the
human rights field. Knowledge of Luo, Swahili and Ngakarimojong is
highly desirable.
4) SGBVP Legal Researcher Gulu (1) to design and conduct legal research
on access to justice for SGBPV survivors on issues of protection;
analyse data and write reports including statistical analyses of
patterns and challenges observed. S/he should have working knowledge of
and experience conducting research and posses a Bachelor of Laws Degree
and a Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre; must be
an enrolled advocate of the High court of Uganda. At least 2 years
experience in the human rights field. Knowledge of Luo and Swahili is
highly desirable.
5) SGBVP Researcher Gulu (1) to carry out research on access to justice
for SGBPV survivors on issues of protection; analyse data and write
reports including statistical analyses of patterns and challenges
observed. S/he should have working knowledge of and experience
conducting research and posses a Bachelor of Social Sciences or
Development Studies Degree; must possess experience conducting research.
At least 2 years experience in the human rights field. Knowledge of Luo
and Swahili is highly desirable.
6) SGBVP Social Worker - Kotido (1) to assist in developing and
implementing the client care and management system. Assist in
researching and preparation of reports. Assist in designing managing and
growing the client database. Managing referrals and making follow-ups.
S/he should have demonstrated counselling, group facilitation,
networking skills, as well as deep familiarity with issues of sexual
violence, sexual rights, stigma and discrimination. Experience working
in Karamoja is an added advantage, as are language skills in
Ngakarimojong etc.
7) Personal Assistant (1) to work with the Director and Management Team
in managing appointments, correspondence, travel arrangements, briefings
and updates, logistics. S/he must have strong computer literacy,
demonstrated administrative experience, excellent people and networking
skills, strong attention to detail, and a strong personal commitment to
human rights and social justice. A social science degree with an
administration component will be an added advantage, as will language
skills (particularly Swahili) and a valid driving permit.
8) Volunteer Lawyer – Durable Solutions (2) to conduct assessment and
interviews of RSD clients, draft requests for review of cases and
appeals; and formulate recommendations for decisions by the Office of
the Prime Minister (OPM) and court where necessary. S/he should be an
advocate of the High court of Uganda and must be conversant with the
international refugee law, regional law and human rights more generally.
9) Volunteer Lawyer – Access to Justice Kampala (1), to be involved in
intake of refugee claims, representation of refugees and asylums seekers
before the courts and other relevant agencies. S/he should be an
advocate of the High Court of Uganda.
10) Volunteer Lawyer – Access to Justice Gulu (1), to be involved in
intake of SGBVP survivors claims and representation before the courts
and other relevant agencies. S/he should be an advocate of the High
Court of Uganda.
11) Receptionist – Kitgum (1) to man the KPDC telephone switchboard,
receive and place incoming and outgoing calls, receive and distribute
communication between and among staff and the public. S/he should posses
a Diploma in Secretarial studies
12) Security Guards – Kampala (3), Kitgum (2) to ensure the safety of
staff and properties of the RLP and/or the KPDC at all times. S/he must
have attained a Uganda Certificate of Education.
13) Driver/Logistician – Gulu (1) to ensure that staff, Clients and RLP
property are transported promptly as scheduled. S/he must have attained
a Uganda Certificate of Education and must posses a minimum of Five
years driving experience.
For full job descriptions please visit
http://www.refugeelawproject.org/job_opportunities.php Interested
candidates must submit a motivation letter and curriculum vitae
electronically to: [log in to unmask] . The position
applied for MUST be indicated in the subject line of the email. Copies
of certificates should not be attached, and will be requested from
short-listed candidates only.
Attention: The Head of Finance, Administration & Human Resources
Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, MUK
Plot No. 9 Perryman Gardens P. O. Box 33903, Kampala
Deadline for receipt of applications is 7th June 2011 at 5.00pm
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