Uganda: Consultant position (II)- Wellspring
Wellspring Advisors seeks a consultant to undertake a mapping and analysis of Ugandan nongovernmental organizations focused on children’s rights and development. The consultant shall undertake a scoping study that will provide (1) an overview of the field of children’s rights in Uganda, with a focus on the role of nongovernmental organizations; (2) profiles of key Ugandan children’s rights organizations; and (3) grantmaking recommendations, including identification of potential funding strategies as well as specific organizations.
About Wellspring Advisors, LLC
Wellspring Advisors is a private philanthropic consulting firm with offices in New York and Washington, DC. We coordinate strategic giving programs that are tailored to our clients’ philanthropic passions and their desire to do their grantmaking anonymously. Our services include donor education and helping to shape a strategic vision; identification and presentation of appropriate funding opportunities; grants administration; and reporting.
How to apply
Send an email to [email][email protected] specifying to which consultancy you are applying in the subject line. Please attach the following three documents:
1. Cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and salary history;
2. Current resume with three professional references; and
3. Writing sample (5-page maximum).
Applications must be received by November 30, 2008.
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Consultancy: Mapping and Analysis of Children’s Rights Organizations in Uganda
Wellspring Advisors seeks a consultant to undertake a mapping and analysis of Ugandan nongovernmental organizations focused on children’s rights and development. The consultant shall undertake a scoping study that will provide (1) an overview of the field of children’s rights in Uganda, with a focus on the role of nongovernmental organizations;
(2) profiles of key Ugandan children’s rights organizations; and
(3) grantmaking recommendations, including identification of potential funding strategies as well as specific organizations.
The Consultant will produce a written report of no less than 10,000 words, with specific recommendations for Wellspring Advisors and its clients.
Qualifications
* Extensive professional experience working with children’s rights or child‐focused organizations and demonstrated knowledge of relevant policies and nongovernmental actors in Uganda;
* Prior experience with grantmaking, organizational development, and capacity‐building a plus
* Graduate degree preferred;
* Excellent English oral and written communications skills and analytic abilities;
* Ability to work and travel in Uganda; and
* Ability to handle confidential client information with complete discretion.