Project Assistant - Programs, Partnerships & Advocacy

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Development Studies, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Communications or a related field; ongoing degree programs welcome
  
• Demonstrated interest in youth engagement, community development, Agriculture, public financing or governance
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Luganda or French or Spanish is an asset
  
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail
  
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace and social media platforms
  

• Coordinate the planning, logistics and execution of the Youth Conference/Workshops — including venue booking, agenda development, participant mobilization, facilitator coordination, pre and post-event documentation
  
• Support coordination of national partners and strategic alliances, maintaining communication schedules, partner databases and follow-up trackers
  
• Lead or support community mobilization activities — engaging beneficiaries, local leaders and community groups for field activities and project participation.
  
• Coordinate and document community engagement sessions, focus group discussions and stakeholder forums
  
• Draft concept notes, project briefs and meeting notes for programs, events and partnership engagements.
  
• Manage venue booking, logistics and event administration for workshops, trainings, and convenings
  
• Develop and review meeting agendas, session plans and event programmes
  
• Represent WDF in partner engagements, coalition meetings and advocacy forums
  
• Support lobbying and advocacy campaigns on youth, governance and development issues aligned with WDF's pillars