VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Program Specialist for Secondary Education

Reports to: Peace Corps Programming and Training Officer
Opening Date November 25, 2010
Position Classification: Full time Services Contract

The Peace Corps is an agency of the United States Government, which sends American
Volunteer development workers to assist in capacity building and technical assistance
activities in over 70 countries worldwide. Peace Corps Uganda invites applicants for the
position listed above which is based in Kampala, Uganda.
See http://uganda.peacecorps.govfor more details.

Basic Function of Position:

This position provides support to the Program Manager for Peace Corps Uganda's Secondary
Education/Teacher Training Project. The Program Specialist works as part of a team with the
Programming and Training Officer and the Program Manager and collaborates closely with all
members of the Programming and Training and Administrative Units. Additional responsibilities
include training and curriculum development around HIV/AIDS teaching which includes
materials development, community outreach, reporting and coordination with all post staff and
Volunteers.
The functions include assisting in the following: developing and maintaining project plans;
identifying viable, effective and safe sites and housing for Peace Corps Volunteers; monitoring
and evaluating the implementation of individual Volunteer projects to ensure their quality and
consistency with the project plans; designing and managing appropriate technical training to
enhance the initial placement of Volunteers and the quality of their projects; supporting
Volunteers at their sites; supporting and monitoring the safety and security of Volunteers; and
serving as a liaison between Peace Corps and ministries and agencies engaged in community
development.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Include, but are not limited to, the following:
A. Assist with Project Development and Management (approximately 25% of the time)
• Assist in developing and maintaining Peace Corps projects that reflect and serve the needs of
Uganda.
• Assist in preparing documentation for the Peace Corps projects that conforms to the mission,
goals and standards of Peace Corps.
Assist in developing assignments for Volunteers through site identification visits and other
relevant activities, and in maintaining contacts with potential sponsoring agencies to assure that
prospective sites meet the minimum criteria for safety and security, workable job assignment,
and viable housing situations for Volunteers. Housing responsibilities include but are not limited
to identification, minimum checks, problem solving, liaison with agencies, follow up and
referrals to medical and safety and security administrators.
• Assist in compiling and maintaining complete Site History files that include important safety
and security-related information that is used to determine each site’s acceptability using PC
Uganda’s guidelines.
B. Assist with Pre-Service and In-Service Training (approximately 20% of the time)
• Be part of the team that ensures that Trainees are given a good start and Volunteers are better
prepared to be a valuable member of their Ugandan communities by:
• Assisting in designing, implementing, and evaluating pre-service training.
• Participating in the evaluation of the qualifications of each potential new Volunteer
during pre-service training.
• Assisting in developing, conducting, and evaluating in-service training events.
• Assisting in integrating safety and security concerns into all training events.

C. Assist with Project Monitoring and Evaluation (approximately 10% of the time)
• Assist in designing and implementing effective project monitoring and evaluation activities
that include safety and security.
• Assist in preparing annual monitoring documents.
• Assist in preparing site visit reports and project evaluation reports.

D. Assist with Volunteer Support (approximately 25% of the time)

Assist with and travel throughout the country to provide advice and support to Volunteers, their
counterparts and supervisors and their host families in order to enhance working
relationships, community integration, and assure safety and security. Document activities and
results in regular site visit reports.
Assist with developing and maintaining systems (Volunteer reports, VIDA, Site Visit Reports,
etc.) that maintain good communication with and provide channels for soliciting feedback
from Volunteers, including information regarding their safety and security.
Maintain up-to-date information regarding relevant legislation; national policy changes; contact
lists of relevant local organizations, institutions, and agencies; and other published resources
including reference texts, professional journals and other similar information; and make the
information readily available to Volunteers.

E. Safety and Security

• Keep the Safety & Security Coordinator informed of any safety and security concerns at a
Volunteer’s site.
• Per Manual Section 270, maintain familiarity with the Emergency Action Plan, with specific
responsibilities required in the event of an emergency, and with the procedures for reporting
and responding to safety and security incidents.

F. Other Duties and Activities (approximately 20% of the time)

• Assist in planning, implementing and monitoring Center-funded activities in conformance
with relevant Peace Corps Washington and Center regulations
• Maintain project files and handle correspondence
• Make arrangements for meetings and conferences
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
• University degree in a field of study relevant for math and science for secondary education;
excellent computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet programs; excellent
 command of English, both spoken and written; native ability in spoken and written at least
one Ugandan language; ability to work independently with little supervision; good
organization and time management skills; willingness to take the initiative; excellent
teamwork skills, strong service attitude; personal integrity; strong cross-cultural skills; strong
interpersonal skills, strong interest in Uganda’s development; and ability to travel
extensively.
• Experience of at least three years teaching experience as a Registered Teacher of the
Ugandan MOES in Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Sciences).
• Preferred experience: more than one year of teacher training experience. One year with
relevant government agencies, not-for-profit organizations, or private businesses.
• Ability to work on a regular Monday through Friday schedule with occasional evening and
weekend hours when necessary.

Position Elements:
• Supervision Received: Supervised by the Programming and Training Officer with daily
direction provided by the Program Manager for Education. For new, difficult, or unusual
tasks, supervisors give directions on objectives and suggested procedures. The Program
Specialist is expected to take the initiative to meet established deadlines, and document and
communicate procedures to the Program Manager.
• Available Guidelines: 1) Peace Corps Manual, 2) Foreign Affairs Manual 3) instructions
provided by the Program Managers and the Programming and Training Officer.
• Exercise of Judgment: Broad exercise of judgment within the confines of job responsibilities.
• Authority to Make Commitments: The Program Specialist is expected to research, negotiate,
and suggest solutions within the confines of the job responsibilities.
• Nature, Level and Purpose of Contacts: Works closely with Program Managers, PEPFAR
unit, Programming and Training Officer, Training Manager. Country Director and Peace
Corps Trainees and Volunteers. Communicates at all levels as required by the job
responsibilities.
• Supervision Exercised: None

HOW TO APPLY
A. Please submit a letter of interest, resume and any other documentation that addresses the
qualification requirements of the position as listed above. Also, send names and contact
information for three references.
B. Attach an original copy of a reference letter from your area Local Council (LC).

Submitted documents become the property of the Peace Corps and will not be returned. You
will be contacted ONLY if you are deemed qualified and invited for an interview.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
application@ug.peacecorps.gov
Administrative Officer
Peace Corps Uganda
Tel. +256 31 711 1200
P. O. Box 29348
Kampala, Uganda
Clearly indicate the position applied for on the envelope.
Closing date: 10-December-2010 at 5:00 pm