Project Team Leader / Field Office Manager Job
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
Attractive
Job Deadline: 18 August 2026
Number of Jobs: 01
Hiring Entity: YSAT Uganda
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| YSAT Uganda |
Location: In Uganda
Job Details:
Description
YSAT is seeking a Project Team Leader to provide overall strategic leadership, technical oversight, and operational management for the PlayMatters 3.0 project in Kiryandongo. This dual role drives high-quality programmatic implementation while managing the Kiryandongo Field Office.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct the planning, launch, execution, and close-out of PlayMatters 3.0 field activities in Kiryandongo
- Oversee daily operations, safety, and security protocols of the Kiryandongo office
- Serve as YSAT’s primary focal point for the PlayMatters project and attend coordination meetings with War Child Alliance and IRC
- Represent YSAT in coordination forums with OPM, UNHCR, District Local Government, and education working groups
- Manage the project budget in collaboration with the Project Finance Officer and ensure accurate forecasting and financial accountability
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Project Management, Development Studies, or related Social Sciences; Master’s or PGD in Project Planning & Management is highly desirable
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience managing humanitarian or development education programmes, preferably Education in Emergencies
- At least 2 years in a field-office leadership or supervisory role
- Excellent leadership, partnership management, budget tracking, and report-writing skills
- Deep understanding of Uganda’s education system and refugee settlement dynamics
Application procedure
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Posting Date: 2026-07-09
