Project Coordinator – Every Child Can Learn at Backup Uganda, Kitgum District, Northern Uganda

Job Description

Gulu, Uganda / Zwolle, The Netherlands
E-mail: info@backupuganda.org
Web: www.backupuganda.org
Tel: UG +256 7 72630078 NL +31 38 4604615
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Job Title: Project Coordinator – Every Child Can Learn
Location: Kitgum District, Northern Uganda
Reports to: Country Director
Supervises: Project Trainers
Contract Type: 36 months, starting on 1st December 2025
Application Deadline: 13th November 2025
Open to: Ugandan nationals

About Backup Uganda
Backup Uganda is an education-based NGO committed to promoting and providing
individual attention for pupils and students in Uganda, particularly those who
experience learning difficulties. Since 2016, we have been working with schools,
teachers, parents, and local leaders to promote inclusive education practices across
Northern Uganda.

About Every Child Can Learn
From 2026-2028, Backup Uganda will be implementing the Every Child Can Learn
project in Omoro, Kitgum and Nwoya. The project’s aim is to make a significant
contribution to high-quality, inclusive education for all children in Uganda through a
sustainable, inclusive support system for primary school learners. The Backup team will
do this by:
• Strengthening teachers’, administrators’, parents’ and caregivers’ capacity of
early identification and individualized management of learning difficulties &
disabilities among learners at 30 primary schools;
• Strengthening district/city/municipality/town council education and health
officials’ and health facilities representatives’ capacity for referral and specialist
assistance for learners experiencing learning difficulties & disabilities;
• Establishing inclusive learning and social environments, created and sustained
by learners.

Position Summary
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating Every Child Can Learn
project activities in Kitgum municipality and district, ensuring smooth implementation
Gulu, Uganda / Zwolle, The Netherlands
E-mail: info@backupuganda.org
Web: www.backupuganda.org
Tel: UG +256 7 72630078 NL +31 38 4604615
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of training, monitoring, and reporting processes. The position involves supervising and
mentoring a team of 2 trainers, liaising with school administrators, district officials, and
other partners to ensure effective achievement of project goals.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Coordination
• Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of project activities in
Kitgum.
• Coordinate training schedules, workshops, and school visits in collaboration
with Trainers.
• Ensure activities align with project timelines, budgets, and objectives.
• Liaise with the Country Director and other departments to ensure effective
resource allocation and reporting.
Supervision & Mentorship
• Provide regular supervision, guidance, and technical support to Trainers.
• Conduct performance check-ins and field visits to ensure quality delivery of
training sessions.
• Foster teamwork, motivation, and professional growth among Trainers.
Stakeholder Engagement
• Build and maintain positive relationships with schools, district education
officials, and other partners.
• Represent Backup Uganda in district-level coordination meetings and education
fora.
• Facilitate effective communication and feedback between field teams and
management.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
• Support Trainers to collect and document accurate data on project activities and
outcomes.
• Compile and submit monthly progress reports to the Country Director.
Gulu, Uganda / Zwolle, The Netherlands
E-mail: info@backupuganda.org
Web: www.backupuganda.org
Tel: UG +256 7 72630078 NL +31 38 4604615

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• Identify challenges and propose practical solutions to improve project
implementation.
Administrative & Financial Responsibilities
• Oversee logistical arrangements for field activities and training sessions.
• Lead the Kitgum field office.
• Support accountability processes for field expenditures and adherence to
financial procedures.
• Ensure timely submission of activity budgets and financial reports.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Project Management, Social Work, or related
field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project coordination, preferably in inclusive
education in the NGO sector.
• Proven experience supervising field teams or trainers.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proven experience in MEAL of at least 3 years.
• Experience in inclusive education or working with children with disabilities is an
added advantage.
Personal Attributes
• Passionate about inclusive education and child development.
• Self-driven, proactive, and adaptable to field conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• High level of integrity and accountability.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter, CV, and academic documents
in one PDF file to info@backupuganda.org with the subject line “Project Coordinator –
Gulu, Uganda / Zwolle, The Netherlands
E-mail: info@backupuganda.org
Web: www.backupuganda.org
Tel: UG +256 7 72630078 NL +31 38 4604615
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Kitgum.” Cover letters and CVs are permitted to be shared in video format of
maximum 5 minutes.
In your cover letter, please answer the following question: In this role, how do you
expect to make a unique contribution to inclusive education in Uganda?