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GARD recently signed an MoU to implement a UNDP/KOICA Building Resilience in Conflict affected and Fragile Communities of Karamoja (BRICK) project in Kotido district. The BRICK Project is jointly funded by UNDP and Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) for the period 2024 to 2026. The project is a joint (consortium) initiative between UNDP/KOICA, GARD WSF, Riamriam, VEDCO and Better World with the aim of addressing main conflict drivers, which include but not limited to; competition over natural resources; the mass influx of refugees; inadequate transitional justice processes; and flawed electoral processes, leading to a more peaceful, secure, and resilient communities in Karamoja. The project is being implemented in 3 District and 6 Sub-counties of Kaabong: (Loyoro, Timu); Kotido (Nakapelimoru, Rengen); Moroto (Nadunget, Rupa). The overall project goal is to enhance the socio-economic empowerment of vulnerable households and the peaceful co-existence of communities through resilient and gender responsive livelihoods in three districts of the Karamoja sub-region.

Head of Finance & Administration

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance & Administration to play a pivotal role in guiding GARD towards long-term sustainability and impact. We are looking for a strategic and a professional thinker, reliable with the highest level of integrity strong work ethic and professionalism. An effective leader who can make the most sustainable decisions

Finance & Administration Assistant

The Finance and Administration Assistant will provide support to the Head of Finance and Administration Officer in the implementation of internal controls at various levels of financial transactions flow in the overall financial accounting process in accordance with GARD generally accepted accounting principles and accounting and financial guidelines. S/he will be responsible for office administration, procurement, payments, reporting, logistics, fleet management and ensuring compliance with the organization and donor requirements.

MEL & Knowledge Management Officer

This position focuses on improving the understanding and quality of GARD’s humanitarian and development work, fostering evidence-based decision-making and program innovation, adaptation, and enhancing the organization’s influence across the sectors.  The role also ensures that GARD’s Humanitarian and development approaches, including strong community engagement and affected populations’ feedback, safe programming, local humanitarian leadership and development approaches are adopted throughout the organisation program.

Project Officer (1 position) Livelihoods and Food Security Officer

The Food Security & Livelihood Project Officer will play a crucial role in leading and coordinating food security and livelihood projects to empower vulnerable communities. Reporting to the Head of Programs/Executive Director, the Officer will be responsible for project planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The Officer will collaborate with stakeholders, including partners and government agencies, to ensure the success and sustainability of the project. S/he will provide overall leadership and project implementation and as well support programs in the Food security and livelihood area of the organization.

Project Officer (1 position) Governance & Peace Building Officer

The Governance & Peace Building Officer will be based at GARD Head offices in Kotido, where the project, is currently being implemented and will work closely, with the Livelihoods and Food Security Officer, Project Assistants, and community action groups, especially in the provision of technical capacity building in key drivers of conflict that the project is addressing. The Officer will collaborate with stakeholders, including partners and government agencies, to ensure the success and sustainability of the project. S/he will provide overall leadership and project implementation and as well support programs in the Food security and livelihood area of the organization

Project Assistant (4 positions)

Based at GARD Head offices in Kotido, the Project Assistant position is a primary level field-based in the two sub counties of Rengen and Nakapelimoru under the direct supervision of Project Officers. The Project Assistant will play a crucial role and will be responsible for community sensitization, mobilization, formation of Village Saving and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and facilitation in implementation of food security, livelihoods, Cash for Work interventions and peacebuilding activities with target community

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