Uganda: SGBV Counsellor - Refugee Law Project

The Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, Makerere University is announcing the vacancy of SGBV Counsellor in its Legal Aid and Counselling Department.

Description
The SGBV Officer will work within the legal aid and counselling department and report to the Senior Counsellor with the following duties:
• Management of the Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Project
• Develop the work plan for the project.
• Plan, develop and implement client care and communication strategies.
• Conduct research and prepare reports on SGBV in the settlement and urban refugee environments.
• Represent RLP and provide advocacy on SGBV matters to external and partner organizations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications.
• A Bachelors degree in a relevant field from a recognised university.
• Extensive Knowledge on issues on sexual and gender based violence.
• Knowledge of refugee experiences.
• Experience in working in programs for GBV/SGBV
• Knowledge of French and/or Swahili is essential
• Strategic thinking and planning ability.
• Excellent operational, organizational and communication skills.
• Team work
• Strong computer skills.

Applicants must submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic documents to:
The Finance & Administration Manager,
The Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, MUK
Plot No. 9 Perryman Gardens (Opp. Old Kampala Primary School) Old Kampala P. O. Box 33903, Kampala Email applications should be sent to [email][email protected] Deadline for receipt of applications is 12.00 Noon EAT 23rd January 2009.