Local Project Facilitator - Uganda

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Local Project Facilitator - Uganda for a education, private sector consultancy assignment financed by UNICEF in Uganda.

Aninver Development Partners SL is currently preparing a strategic proposal for an upcoming initiative funded by UNICEF in Uganda. The project focuses on the education and private-sector development sectors, aiming to create impactful synergies and sustainable growth opportunities within local communities. To successfully drive this assignment forward, we are seeking a dedicated Local Project Facilitator to join our multidisciplinary team on the ground.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in bridging international expertise with local context, ensuring seamless engagement with key stakeholders, community leaders, and private entities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact development programming in Uganda, supporting transformative educational and economic initiatives aligned with UNICEF's core mission.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Facilitate effective on-the-ground communication and coordination among project stakeholders.
• Support the integration of private-sector initiatives within educational frameworks.
• Ensure smooth logistical and administrative execution of project activities in Uganda.
• Foster strong partnerships with local authorities, community groups, and implementing partners.

Scope of work

• Conduct field-level assessments and stakeholder consultations across target regions.
• Support the organization of workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder meetings.
• Monitor ongoing field activities and report on progress, challenges, and bottlenecks.
• Assist in the collection of relevant data and information to inform project reporting.
• Facilitate dialogue between private-sector actors and educational institutions.

Your role as Local Project Facilitator - Uganda

• Act as the primary liaison for local operational matters related to the assignment.
• Coordinate daily field-level activities in close collaboration with the core project team.
• Organize and support stakeholder engagement events, meetings, and capacity-building workshops.
• Draft field reports, meeting minutes, and progress updates as required.
• Identify local operational risks and propose timely mitigation measures.
• Maintain up-to-date records of stakeholder contacts and project documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, business administration, social sciences, development studies, or a related field.
• Demonstrated professional experience working on development projects in Uganda.
• Strong background or familiarity with education and private-sector engagement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) alongside strong local language proficiencies.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple field-level tasks effectively.
• National of, or based in, the project country

Desirable

• Previous professional experience working with UNICEF or other international development agencies.
• Established network of contacts within the education and private sectors in Uganda.

An energetic and well-connected local professional with a strong background in education and private-sector development in Uganda, eager to support high-impact UNICEF initiatives.

Assignment details

• Location: Uganda
• Financed by: UNICEF
• Sector: Education, private sector
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a UNICEF-financed project in Uganda.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? This position requires a national of, or a professional based in, the project country.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.