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Administrative Assistant
Giving Hope (GHF) is a non-profit organisation that is helping smallholder farmers in Hoima to grow their way out of extreme poverty. We do this by promoting sustainable agriculture, climate change mitigation and promoting the well-being of smallholder communities.
We are located in Kitoba sub-county, Hoima District – this will also be your main station.
Job Description:
As an Administrative Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the successful implementation of our organization’s strategic plan. You will actively participate in project implementation, monitoring, and reporting, working closely with GHF’s staff, partners, and stakeholders, focusing on our project beneficiaries. This is a six-month position with the possibility of full-time employment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend to stakeholders, beneficiaries, partners, visitors, funders, among others.
- Support Village Savings and Loans Associations and manage our agricultural shop daily.
- Prepare regular reports, organize and maintain records, and manage project activities.
- Travel off-site for ad hoc activities as required.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
- Experience in project management and administration, preferably in a non-profit organisation or community development setting.
- You MUST possess knowledge of the local area and language
- Strong communication, good interpersonal skills and computer literacy
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including beneficiaries and partners.
- Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends as needed.
- You MUST be able to ride a motorcycle.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Meaningful work that directly impacts communities in need.
- Collaborating with our international partners in Denmark on communicating our work.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to nolbert@gh-f.org. Please include “Administrative Assistant Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.
Deadline for application: Monday 25-March, 2024. You can learn more about us from our website: https://gh-f.org
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Job Title: Administrator
Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Field staff
Location: Bujwahya, Hoima District
Position type: Full-time
Job purpose: To make sure the office runs smoothly and efficiently according to
company policies and procedures
Giving Hope Foundation (GHF) is a development organization that works to build socioeconomic, environmental and emotional well-being for unprivileged communities, with a focus on Hoima District. We are seeking a qualified, self-driven and community-focused individual to fill the position of Administrator.
The ideal candidate will exhibit high standards, excellent communication skills, and an ability to take initiative, and prioritize daily tasks. A solid ability to take charge and meet tight deadlines will ensure your success in this multi-faceted role.
Preference will be current residents of Hoima, that possess an in-depth understanding of local traditions, and challenges faced by rural farmers in Hoima district.
Responsibilities
- Handle and coordinate active calendars
- Work closely with rural community groups
- Prepare and file reports based on office protocol
- Manage a community-based agricultural store
- Provide ad hoc support to rural farming groups
Qualifications
- A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills
- Experience using different social media platforms and Ms Office Suite
- Ability to multitask, respect for individuals
- Ability to use digital media is an added advantage
Submit your application with relevant documents to: diana@gh-f.org. Only selected candidates will be contacted. The deadline for Application is Friday 07 October 2022.
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Social Media Volunteer (Volunteer position)
Giving Hope Foundation seeks a volunteer for 8-16 hours monthly who wants to make a positive impact in East Africa through the realm of Marketing and Communication.
About Giving Hope Foundation (GHF):
GHF is a non-profit NGO dedicated to uplifting smallholder farmers in Uganda, enabling them to break free from extreme poverty, improve their health, and contribute to environmental sustainability. Our holistic approach involves providing agricultural inputs, financing, health activism, and fostering climate change adoption.
Communications/Marketing Team:
As a Social Media Manager, you’ll be part of our volunteer team in Denmark,collaborating with our team in Uganda, and actively contributing to captivating content creation across various platforms.
You will help manage our social media accounts, as well as help create our monthly newsletter to amplify our message, increase awareness, and engage our community.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Desires to support social innovation and sustainability.
- Can commit to a minimum of 3 months.
- Can create and manage their own schedule.
As our Social Media Manager, your responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Driving a multi-channel communications strategy.
- Growing GHF’s social media reach organically.
- Implementing and managing social media strategy.
- Monitoring SEO, customer engagement, and suggesting content optimization.
- Employing strategies with paid ads and marketing tools.
- Creating informative, interesting, and fun content.
Benefits:
- Be part of a positive change for real people.
- Be part of an international community, working from Denmark and Uganda.
- Expand your knowledge of rural East-African life.
- Gain experience in social entrepreneurship and the nonprofit field.
How to apply?
Applicants will be invited for interviews on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Please share in a few lines why you want to be a part of Giving Hope Foundation, attach your CV and send your application to rasmus@gh-f.org. We encourage everyone to apply regardless of religion, color, gender or any other factor!
If this position doesn’t align with your skills, consider joining as Social Media Manager Volunteer; every contribution counts!
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
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Fundraising Lead (Volunteer position)
Have you considered doing volunteer work that genuinely transforms lives?
Giving Hope Foundation is on a mission to lift families out of extreme poverty in Uganda, and we’re eager to expand our team of volunteers. As a non-profit NGO dedicated to supporting smallholder farmers in Uganda, we are currently seeking individuals to assist in creating funding applications.
Whether you can spare 1-2 hours a week or 3-4 hours, your commitment will make a significant impact. While we already have a dedicated team member working on funding applications, we need more volunteers like you who are willing to invest their free time in discovering and applying to new funds.
Why Volunteer with Us?
- Meaningful Impact: Contribute to breaking the cycle of poverty and making a lasting difference in the lives of those in need.
- Flexibility: Tailor your involvement to your schedule, with options for 1-2 or 3-4 hours per week.
- International Collaboration: Join our diverse team, where English is our primary language, and we collaborate seamlessly to achieve our goals.
- Be part of a community: We gather every two weeks for a couple of hours, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
Curious to learn more about Giving Hope Foundation? Explore our work and ongoing projects through the following links:
- https://gh-f.org/
- https://www.instagram.com/givinghopeug/
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/ghfoundation
How to apply?
Applicants will be invited for interviews on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Please share in a few lines why you want to be a part of Giving Hope Foundation, attach your CV and send your application to rasmus@gh-f.org. We encourage everyone to apply regardless of religion, color, gender or any other factor!
If this position doesn’t align with your skills, consider joining as Social Media Manager Volunteer; every contribution counts!
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
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