Company Description Wendi Foundation is a Uganda-based non-profit organization focused on empowering individuals to drive community and national development. Since 2013, Wendi has advanced education, skills development, leadership training, and community engagement to help people become effective agents of change. The organization invests in people through mentorship, vocational programs, and advocacy, promoting equitable and sustainable progress.

Wendi works closely with communities to identify needs and implement practical, collaborative initiatives. Its vision is a future where every individual in Uganda can reach their full potential and actively contribute to nation-building.

Role Description The NGO Adviser is a full time remote role providing strategic guidance and operational support to Wendi’s programs and partnerships. The adviser will help design and refine program frameworks, advise on community engagement strategies, and support the development of education, skills, and leadership initiatives. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing project proposals, reviewing implementation plans, and providing recommendations to strengthen impact, sustainability, and alignment with Wendi’s mission.

The role involves collaborating with internal teams and external partners, supporting fundraising and donor relations through input on concept notes and reports, and monitoring program performance using data and feedback from the field. The adviser will also stay informed about relevant policies,



best practices, and trends in non-profit management and development work, sharing insights that can enhance Wendi’s advocacy and nation-building efforts.

Qualifications

- Demonstrated experience in NGO management, international development, or community-based organizations, with the ability to advise on program design and implementation.
- Strong skills in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation, including the use of data and qualitative insights to inform decisions and improve program outcomes.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement, partnership building, and collaboration with local communities, government bodies, or donor organizations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports, concept notes, and presentations for diverse audiences.
- Knowledge of education, skills development, leadership, or youth empowerment initiatives, preferably in African or similar socio-economic contexts.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, cross-cultural environment, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accountability and transparency in all activities.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Non-Profit Management, or a related field is highly desirable.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and ethical practice, with a strong alignment to Wendi’s mission of empowerment and nation-building.

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