Organisational Governance Framework Volunteer

Help, develop an Organisational Governance Framework for ERONet

Attention! Please note that this is an Online Volunteering assignment. It's a short-term, task-based and non-contractual remote assignment; Online Volunteers are not UN Volunteers and do not receive any allowance or entitlements as part of the Online Volunteer assignment but receive a certificate of appreciation after successful completion. In addition, UNV is not involved in the selection process or collaboration.

Host entity: Agoro Community Development Association (ACDA)

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General

Description of assignment title: Help, develop an Organisational Governance Framework for ERONet

Assignment country: Uganda

Duration: 28 days

Sustainable Development Goal: 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Modality: Online

Work schedule: 11 - 15 hours per week

For how many hours per week will the volunteer be required?: 11 - 15 hours per week

Number of Assignments: 1

Details

Mission and objectives

ACDA is an association founded in August 27, 2001 as a nonprofit organization to represent the Agoro community of Lamwo district. ACDA functions to empower the community by providing:-

• Education on relevant economic and social issues
• Re-establishing of community long term sustainability through lobbying for support
• Increase awareness on children’s rights and responsibilities
• Increasing access to educational opportunities whether formal or informal
• Providing children with protection, food and clothing, medical care and counseling
• Providing opportunities for recreation and learning social skills
• Providing voice for the oppress and the disadvantage group in the community
• And most importantly exchanging information with other local and international humanitarian organizations.

Context

ERONet is a community-based organisation founded by women affected by the conflict in Northern Uganda. Formerly known as Agoro Community Development Association (ACDA), the organisation works in rural communities in Lamwo and Kitgum districts, including refugee-hosting areas.

Its programmes focus on gender equality and women’s empowerment, health and WASH, education and child and youth empowerment, sustainable livelihoods, and humanitarian response.

As ERONet continues to strengthen its institutional capacity and partnerships, it recognises the importance of having a clear and practical governance framework that guides organisational leadership, decision-making, management oversight and accountability.

Although the organisation has an existing governance structure and related documents, it seeks additional technical support to consolidate these arrangements, clarify the responsibilities and authority of its governing and management bodies, strengthen internal accountability, and identify gaps in its governance policies and procedures.

The online volunteer will contribute specialist knowledge in organisational governance and development by helping ERONet establish a coherent framework that reflects its size, available resources, community-based nature and operational context.

The assignment will contribute to ERONet’s long-term institutional sustainability, organisational effectiveness and ability to demonstrate sound governance to communities, partners and prospective donors.

Task type

Development of plans

Task description

ERONet is seeking one online volunteer to support the development of a practical organisational governance framework that strengthens its leadership, oversight, accountability and internal management systems.

The volunteer will work remotely with ERONet’s Executive Director and designated representatives to review the organisation’s existing governance documents, identify institutional gaps and develop a draft governance framework suited to a small, community-based organisation operating in Northern Uganda.

The volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

Review available organisational documents, including the constitution, governance structure, Board and management information, organisational policies and Project Responsibility Matrix.

Assess existing governance arrangements and identify gaps, overlaps and areas requiring clarification.

Develop a clear governance structure showing the relationships between the General Assembly, Board of Directors, Executive Director, management and programme staff.

Define the roles, responsibilities, authority and accountability of governing bodies, office bearers, management and staff, including the separation between Board oversight and day-to-day executive management.

Propose practical procedures for decision-making, delegation of authority, meetings and documentation, reporting lines, conflict-of-interest management, financial oversight, risk management and accountability.

Identify relevant organisational policies and procedures that should support the framework and highlight areas requiring further development or review.

Ensure that the proposed framework reflects ERONet’s operational realities and is consistent with applicable Ugandan legal requirements and relevant donor accountability expectations. The volunteer will flag issues requiring local legal verification rather than provide formal legal advice.

Prepare a complete draft governance framework and present the main findings and recommendations to ERONet for feedback and validation.

Expected deliverables:

A brief assessment of existing governance arrangements and priority gaps.

A draft organisational governance framework with clearly defined structures, roles, responsibilities, decision-making processes and accountability mechanisms.

A practical implementation action plan identifying priority improvements and suggested next steps.

The assignment will be conducted entirely online through email, document sharing and virtual meetings where necessary. The volunteer will coordinate primarily with the Executive Director and designated organisational representatives, provide periodic progress updates and incorporate consolidated feedback into the final draft.

The framework will be reviewed by ERONet’s leadership and submitted to the appropriate organisational governing body for consideration and approval. The volunteer is expected to work collaboratively, respect confidentiality and produce clear, practical documents that the organisation can use after the assignment ends.

Assignment requirements

Relevant experience: No experience required

Languages: English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level: Bachelor's degree Public Administration or Public Management Governance, Development Studies or Political Science Nonprofit Management, Organisational Development or a related field Law may be relevant, particularly where combined with NGO governance experience.

Area(s) of expertise: Governance, elections, Project management, programme development, strategy, Audit, risk, compliance, investigation

Driving license: -

Skills and experience

Demonstrated experience in organisational governance, institutional development or strengthening governance systems for NGOs, civil society organisations or community-based organisations.

Knowledge of governance structures, Board roles and responsibilities, executive management, accountability mechanisms and decision-making procedures.

Experience reviewing organisational documents and developing governance frameworks, governance manuals, policies or institutional guidelines.

Ability to analyse existing systems, identify gaps and translate recommendations into practical, clearly written documents.

Strong English writing, analytical, communication and organisational skills.

Ability to work independently, meet agreed deadlines and collaborate remotely with a small team.

Understanding of community-based organisations and the operational realities of resource-constrained NGOs is an advantage.

Familiarity with NGO governance and regulatory requirements in Uganda or comparable contexts is desirable.

Commitment to confidentiality, ethical conduct, inclusion and respect for the dignity and rights of all people.