Capacity Building Coordinator

location
2 - 48 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Good response rate

Highlights

  • Building strong leadership and management skills
  • Learn about different cultures and traditions
  • Develop a memorable experience with different ethnicities

Highlights

  • Building strong leadership and management skills
  • Learn about different cultures and traditions
  • Develop a memorable experience with different ethnicities
  • Take part in local tourism with our team
  • Contribute to the growth of the organization.


  • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    To support & coordinate the design and support implementation of structures, projects and policies. To support & streamline organization operations.

    Our organisation is community based and centered established with the aim of promoting the health and  well-being of people living in hard to reach areas.
    For us to ably change communities positively, we need to use appropriate strong strategies and systems that can promote community participation ...

    About the program

    Our organisation is community based and centered established with the aim of promoting the health and  well-being of people living in hard to reach areas.
    For us to ably change communities positively, we need to use appropriate strong strategies and systems that can promote community participation and involvement for social change. Over time we have worked to strengthen community mobilization and engagement however we need to continue growing as an institution to meet the increasing demands of the community. 

    The programs and Capacity building Coordinator will support in the following; 

    Organization Development.
    • Leadership and governance training ( Training board members, volunteers, developing governance instruments like MOUs, Policies, procedures and processes. 
    • Business development and resource mobilization (Proposal writing, participate in meetings with partners and donors among others. 
    • Promoting the organization through networking, partnership development and collaboration.
    Training and Capacity building.
    • Developing training curriculum and training materials.
    • Conducting training of trainer programs.
    • Training of staff and volunteers in various disciplines including report writing, community mobilization, advocacy, project management, Monitoring and Evaluation. 
    • Supporting Management to establish and streamline administration and operations. (Policy development, human resources, finance management, procurement and administration.)
    • Support the development of organization strategy and annual work plans. 
    • Support the staff and volunteers in field community activities. 


    Typical day

    Typical working days start with staff meeting to review the tasks at hand including following up on the unfinished ones and planning for the next. Then everyone will get to work on their assigned tasks including those going to the field or attend external meetings.

    We have team breakfast at 10:30 am ...

    Typical day

    Typical working days start with staff meeting to review the tasks at hand including following up on the unfinished ones and planning for the next. Then everyone will get to work on their assigned tasks including those going to the field or attend external meetings.

    We have team breakfast at 10:30 am and lunch at 1:00 pm at office 

    However flexibility is very important at this level


    Free-time activities

    After work, volunteers may decide to do some sports, visit down town among others. Our staff will help the volunteers to work on their choices. 

    Over the weekends there are social events like the transitional dances, movies and walks. You can also choose to visit the beach, hiking among others. Free ...

    Free-time activities

    After work, volunteers may decide to do some sports, visit down town among others. Our staff will help the volunteers to work on their choices. 

    Over the weekends there are social events like the transitional dances, movies and walks. You can also choose to visit the beach, hiking among others. Free free to ask what you would like to do and we will work towards fixing it. 


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    at University level

    Required Documents

    CV, academic documents, and recommendation letter from any recognized institution or individual known to you certificates and copy of passport

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    Leadership, computer skills, photo shoot, editing and video editing.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 09:00 - 04:30

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by Universal Health Foundation

    The program fees above will be your humble contribution to the organisation as well as ensuring that your stay with us is meaningful and enjoyable. The program fees will contribute to 

    • Administrative costs at office 
    • Contribution to meals and maintaining/renovating accommodation premises (in Eastern Uganda)
    • Support in training and supervision
    • Internet access
    • production of project materials
    • Among others. 

    Accommodation

    IN KAMPALA CITY:

    While in Kampala city, our volunteers will be hosted by partner families and in most cases these families belong or are families where our staff and local volunteers live. This means you will live with our staff and local volunteers. We are working on establishing an independent volunteer house will be catering for accommodation of all international volunteers. You will be allocated a conducive room, bed and mattress during your stay. Most of the bathrooms and toilets are inside the house. 

    IN EASTERN UGANDA:

    For a better experience of an African village but with comfort, all our Volunteers are accommodated in our local community home where they live with other family members and volunteers become part of the family. We have semi-permanent simple community houses where the volunteers will live with other family members. 
    Because it’s a local community with limited access to electricity, the houses have solar for only lighting and charging phones/tabloids/cameras. Some houses have a cemented floor and the walls are made of bricks and other houses are made of grass thatched roof but professionally designed to provide comfort to the guests. The choice is yours. There is a shared pit latrine and shares two bathrooms constructed outside the houses. 
    Volunteers are free to come with camping tents to be used in case of community camps/trips when necessary. There is a wide, green compound (Except dry seasons) with a number of fruits like oranges, mangoes, paw paws, jack fruit, avocados among others. 

    Volunteers are encouraged to carry their bed-sheets, Bed covers/blanket, pillow, bathing Towel and other personal items. Volunteers are requested to share a rooms with another volunteer or if they come in groups or family etc.


    Our offices are located about, 10 minutes by motorbike from the accommodation (residence) place.

    Food & Beverages

    AT ALL RESIDENCES 

    While at the residence, the volunteers will share local food with the host family members, where the volunteer may participate in preparing, cooking and serving local foods within the family especially during her free time and weekends
    Local foods like Posho, millet, sweet potatoes among others will be the main food especially while up-country during your stay but once in a while we will have modern dishes although we encourage that the volunteers should try to get used to local foods as much as possible to enable them have a better experience of Africa. 

    Meals at Office
    In most cases while at office, we have our lunch meals at office both in Kampala and up-country office. We mostly make our meals and different volunteers are assigned the roles to support in shopping, preparing food, cooking and serving. We do this as family and team work. 

    Internet Access

    Limited access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Airport Pickup at Entebbe International Airport

    An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Entebbe. We assist you to find cheap flights to Uganda. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Uganda provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Uganda you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Uganda. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    We accept volunteers throughout the year including those staying for a minimum of two weeks and at least a maximum of one year however the volunteer is free to stay as long as he/she wishes. For this particular placement we are open to receive applications as soon as next week. We will be more willing to discuss further details whenever necessary.

    We do not meet your costs of airport pick up from the airport however we can and always support our volunteers to plan or arrange a cab/taxi to pick them from the airport to office. Our staff in charge will also be available at the airport to welcome you to Uganda and navigate you through to the office and place of residence. 
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program fees

    2 weeks (min. stay) 549€
    5 weeks 449€
    6 weeks 549€
    7 weeks 773€
    11 weeks 1,272€
    19 weeks 2,269€
    48 weeks (max. stay) 15,561€
    Average fees 299€/week

    Program fees

    299€ per week 2 - 48 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    2 - 48 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with Universal Health Foundation during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


    Meet your organization

    Universal Health Foundation

    Perfect 4.6 rating (11 reviews)

    Non-profit - founded in 2013

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Good response rate

    Coordinated by

    Mwesi

    Spoken languages: English

    About the project

    Universal Health Development Foundation (UHDF) works to promote & improve the health & well-being of people living in hard-to-reach areas.

    Meet your organization

    Our Vision

    Empowered communities in which the youths and their families are healthy, literate and prosperous.

    Our Mission

    To Promote and improve the health and well-being of people through advocacy, health promotion, capacity building and linkages to quality health and social services with overall community participation and involvement.

    Our Goals

    a)    To provide access to age appropriate basic health information and education in order to create and increase the level of awareness about prevention of diseases and other health related risks.

    b)    To provide linkage & access to free health services by organizing community medical outreaches in the rarely penetrated areas with limited access to health services.

    c)    To build capacity of community members and partner with other agencies to advocate for good health policies, human rights and quality health services delivery. 

    d)    To build the capacity of young people with appropriate skills to enable them prosper and champion development in their communities.

    e)    To engage in research and carry out studies in order to establish evidence for advocacy and improvement of service delivery at community level. 

    f)   To empower communities with skills to foster economic growth and development.

     

    Where we work

    Our main office is in Kampala city in Uganda and regional community office in Butaleja district in Eastern Uganda. 

    We work with mainly schools in central Uganda and both schools and communities in Eastern and some communities in Western Uganda. Uganda is located in the East African region bordering Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Southern Sudan. Its a stable country with good weather and tourist sights.

    Who we are looking for?

    We are looking for passionate, flexible, team players who love to contribute to building and supporting community growth and development. 

    Why you should work with us.

    We love team work, learning, sharing and we respect ideas of people from different people. While with us be assured to find a new family beyond workmates and we will make sure you stay with us is filled with a lot of new experiences and including culture and tourism. 

    11 reviews · rating4.6

    Rose Ndighoma rating4.8

    2022 at Capacity Building Coordinator

    I was privileged to contribute to the growth of UHDF as an organization. My contribution was around building a community structure and training local volunteers in the community in Butaleja District. UHDF has a grate impact to the community around and the team is very flexible. I loved working with ...
    Volunteer experiences at UHDF in Uganda is once in lifetime and beyond description. Thanks to people in UHDF, I joined fundraising projects, organizing a music event, supporting teenage mothers, and so forth. People who want to be more developed and experienced, I strongly recommend doing volunteer ...
    Brenda Katushabe rating5

    2022 at Community and Youths Engagement Associate

    The whole experience of working with teenage mothers showing Them that early pregnancy is not the end of the world and also teaching them practical programs like baking and liquid soap making to help them sustain the new family. Conducting health camps to provide health services to the youth in ...
    Francis Salaamu rating4.2

    2022 at Community and Youths Engagement Associate

    The medical camp was very successful that was carried out in arua in paternership with international medical relief The number of patients were overwhelming and different interesting cases including early menopause and hypertension in adolescents Though more research need yo be carried out so to ...
    Sharon Namulondo rating5

    2021 at Community and Youths Engagement Associate

    Promoting girl education and health development and awareness. Providing health education in various regions. Promoting the well-being and health of young people living in slum and rural areas through community dialogues, school debates, music, dance and ...
    It was an amazing experience where I not only got to do activities that impacted lives but also learnt how important such acts of kindness impacted the livelihoods of the communities we worked in. Providing essentials for the girls restored their self esteem and also showed them that they are as ...

    Location

    Africa > Eastern Africa > Uganda > Kampala

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