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Program Coordinator

Raising The Village

Job Type
Full Time
Category
Administration
Contract
Permanent
Monthly Salary
Not Specified
Location
Mbarara

About Raising The Village

Raising The Village exists because we believe that together we can find straightforward solutions to complex problems of inequality. Together, we can achieve what is impossible alone. Our story is borne as a result of two deep convictions: ultra poverty is the worst form of inequality in our world; we have the opportunity to end ultra poverty in our generation. Since our inception, we have focused our work on partnering with last-mile, rural communities in Uganda to develop initiatives that pave the pathway out of ultra-poverty towards economic self-sufficiency. We believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to make choices and have a real chance at life. Through our partnerships we resource, guide, train, and equip ultra-poor families to make empowering decisions, access new opportunities, and shape their future. Our work and success are the result of cross-cultural collaboration between our staff and village partners, the local and federal government of Uganda, and experts from around the globe all working together. Fueled by the support of our donors, we cumulatively reached 1 million people living in ultra-poverty in 2024

Job Description

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of program knowledge and training content within our organization, with a particular focus on advancing innovation projects.

This includes integrating learning content into digital tools, facilitating cross-departmental consultations, and enabling program improvements through effective collaboration and knowledge sharing. The Coordinator will document complex programmatic information and translate it into accessible, learner-friendly formats for staff and communities, while also contributing to program reviews and capturing actionable insights from pilots and field feedback.

The ideal candidate will bring strong facilitation, qualitative research, capacity building, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently manage projects and drive continuous program learning and innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Capture and document program methodology, lessons learned, and best practices into handbooks, guides, and training resources.

  • Translate complex program content into accessible, learner-friendly formats.

  • Maintain quality assurance and version control for program knowledge resources.

  • Identify staff learning needs and develop training programs and tools that drive measurable improvement in staff competencies.

  • Develop strong evaluation tools for measuring learning effectiveness.

  • Design and conduct qualitative research (focus groups, in-depth interviews) in local languages to generate actionable insights for program improvement.

  • Analyze and synthesize findings to inform program adaptations and innovations.

  • Collaborate with Implementation and Venn teams to integrate community feedback into program design.

  • Design and conduct qualitative research (focus groups, in-depth interviews) in local languages to generate actionable insights for program improvement.

  • Analyze and synthesize findings to inform program adaptations and innovations.

  • Collaborate with Implementation and Venn teams to integrate community feedback into program design.

  • Support the integration of learning content into RTV’s digital tools in partnership with the Venn team.

  • Gather and synthesize insights from pilots and learning hubs to identify opportunities for program improvement and innovation.

  • Collaborate with Implementation, M&E, and Applied Learning colleagues across Uganda and Toronto.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Developmental Studies, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field. Relevant certifications are a plus.

  • Five (5) Years of previous experience in international development, applied research, knowledge management, or program learning will be an advantage.

  • Experience working in rural/community development contexts is highly desirable.

  • Strong qualitative research skills: experience designing tools, facilitating focus group discussions and in-depth interviews, and consolidating findings.

  • Proven ability to design learning materials and adapt complex technical content into practical, user-friendly formats, preferably in a non-profit/international development context.

  • Aptitude for research and writing, with a strong portfolio of content developed for capacity building initiatives.

  • Excellent facilitation, training, and communication skills for guiding multi-stakeholder discussions and collaborating effectively across levels.

  • Strong project management skills: ability to take ownership of projects and deliver independently with minimal supervision.

  • Analytical mindset with the ability to critique content, identify gaps, and propose improvements.

  • Excellent organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

  • Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality of knowledge resources.

  • Excellent written and spoken English.

  • Proficiency in Google Suite/MS Office.

  • Willingness to travel frequently to field offices and partner communities.

  • Strong understanding of program design, logic models, and M&E frameworks.

  • Fluency in Runyankore, Rukiga, Luganda, Lusoga, or other local dialects spoken in RTV areas of operation.

  • Experience with learning management systems (LMS) or digital learning platforms.

  • Ability to ride a motorbike for long distances in hard terrains.

  • Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.