Background:

Makerere University, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is implementing the Africa Climate Collaborative from 2025 to 2033. The Program seeks to strengthen Africa’s preparedness and response to climate change by developing a critical mass of thought leaders capable of driving the continent’s transition to green and resilient economies.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the selection and recruitment of Program Participants;
• Coordinate activities to facilitate teaching and learning of Graduate Scholars and Skilling Youth;
• Oversee the provision of support and welfare services to Program Participants;
• Co-ordinate continuous risk mapping and management in all the operations of the Program to ensure safe and efficient operations;
• Support in the recruitment, induction, performance management, and professional development of Program staff in collaboration with the Directorate of Human Resources;
• Facilitate preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and work plans, ensuring effective resource allocation and utilization in line with program goals;
• Manage relationships and collaborative activities with internal and external partners to strengthen program delivery, visibility, and impact;
• Oversee the Scholars’ Compliance to the rules and regulations of the University, and those specific to the Scholars Program;

Qualifications:

• PhD in Climate Science or related field
• Master’s degree in Climate Science or related field
• Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management
• Honour’s Bachelor's degree in Climate Science or related field

Experience:

A minimum of 9 years relevant working experience, 3 of which must have been at the level of Principal Program Officer in a reputable organization.

• Coordinate the selection and recruitment of Program Participants;
• Coordinate activities to facilitate teaching and learning of Graduate Scholars and Skilling Youth;
• Oversee the provision of support and welfare services to Program Participants;
• Co-ordinate continuous risk mapping and management in all the operations of the Program to ensure safe and efficient operations;
• Support in the recruitment, induction, performance management, and professional development of Program staff in collaboration with the Directorate of Human Resources;
• Facilitate preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and work plans, ensuring effective resource allocation and utilization in line with program goals;
• Manage relationships and collaborative activities with internal and external partners to strengthen program delivery, visibility, and impact;
• Oversee the Scholars’ Compliance to the rules and regulations of the University, and those specific to the Scholars Program;

• PhD in Climate Science or related field
• Master’s degree in Climate Science or related field
• Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management
• Honour’s Bachelor's degree in Climate Science or related field