Project Assistant – Mubende

About the role

The Project Assistant will support Raising The Village’s community development initiatives in Mubende district. Working closely with partner villages, the role involves coordinating training, monitoring project implementation, and ensuring compliance with RTV methodologies to increase household income and reduce extreme poverty.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct project design review meetings with partner villages and provide feedback for design and budget updates.
• Co‑facilitate training activities such as financial literacy, water and sanitation, savings groups, agriculture, livestock management, and health outreach.
• Implement RTV project methodologies aimed at income generation and poverty reduction.
• Prepare and submit procurement lists, verify goods before distribution, and manage logistics.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to community groups and households to ensure project continuity.
• Identify risks, propose mitigation measures, and recommend improvements.
• Organise regular meetings with community leaders to discuss performance, participation, and perceptions of RTV projects.

Required profile

• University degree in Community Development, Project Management, Development Studies, Social Work or related field.
• Minimum two years of experience in community development programmes, project management or facilitation.
• Strong verbal and written English skills and fluency in local languages where RTV operates.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the time, hike rugged terrain, and ride a motorcycle with a valid permit.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel