JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Student Support & Programme Coordination (15%)
Manage the scholarship intake, monitoring, and follow-up.
Conduct graduate follow-up and tracer activities.
Prepare and teach Life Skills classes
Coordinate Girls & Boys Clubs and other assigned student development activities.
Assist with programme events, including Open Houses, Graduation, and other school events.
Develop relationships with industry partners for employment opportunities for students
B. Monitoring & Information Management (10%)
Maintain accurate student, scholarship, graduate, and programme records.
Support data collection for reports, evaluations, and organizational monitoring.
Track graduate outcomes and scholarship performance.
Maintain information required for organizational reporting and decision making.
Maintain employer and alumni information to support graduate engagement.
C. Communications & Development Support (75%)
Collect stories, photographs, and videos from program activities.
Maintain the content tracking system.
Draft stories and reports for review.
Draft and schedule social media posts.
Support translation and documentation of programme activities.
Prepare videos and graphics for sharing.
Work with the Development Assistant and Development Officer to prepare communications materials.
Set up documents for proposal writing
Draft content for VTI-related grants
D. General Responsibilities
Carry out other duties assigned
Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, professional development, and organizational learning activities.
Prepare weekly reports and work plans the Friday before each work week
The above list of job duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be added at any time.
Qualifications and Competencies
Certificate in the field of Journalism, Public Relations, Social Work and Administration, or a related field,
M&E qualification and experience is an added advantage
At least 1 year working experience in a related field
Experience with Social Media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, youtube. etc.)
Agree with Christian mission, values, and objectives of Ignite Change
Passionate about helping vulnerable groups of people
Must be effective in written and verbal communication in English
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Computer literate: writing and reporting skills
Ability to complete tasks efficiently and in a timely manner, with minimal or no prompting
Ability to work in field conditions
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends
Flexible to adapt to the ever-changing environment of a growing organization
Motivated, independent learner
Self-motivated and innovative
Preferred
Experience in content creation, documentation, social media management, or programme support
A valid riding permit
Instructions:
Upload (as one attachment):
Cover letter (addressed to Human Resource Office, Ignite Change)
Resume/ Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Copy of academic documents (Certificates & Transcripts)
Copy of National ID
Three (3) referee contacts (phone and email), of which one (1) should be your pastor
LC1 Letter recommendation letter
Recommendation letter from your Church pastor
Deadline: Friday, 21 August 2026, 5:00 p.m.
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
For any inquiries call 0779 937 808
Skills Required
- Certificate in Journalism, Public Relations, Social Work, Administration, or a related field
- At least one year of work experience in a related field
- Experience with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
- Agreement with the Christian mission, values, and objectives of Ignite Change
- Passion for helping vulnerable groups
- Effective written and verbal communication in English
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Computer literacy, including writing and reporting skills
- Ability to complete tasks efficiently and independently with minimal prompting
- Ability to work in field conditions
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends
- Ability to adapt to a changing organizational environment
- Self-motivated, innovative, and willing to learn independently
- M&E qualification and experience
- Experience in content creation, documentation, social media management, or programme support
- Valid riding permit
What We Do
Ignite Change is a faith-based nonprofit based in Kamdini, Northern Uganda, that works to help families and individuals build sustainable livelihoods and lasting change. Its Rise Above Poverty program and Vocational Training Institute provide training, mentorship, and practical skills to support self-reliance. Its community-development approach includes entrepreneurship, financial literacy, health and life-skills education, and vocational learning, with a focus on strengthening families and helping communities move from poverty toward thriving.
