IMPACT Initiatives
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Founded Date January 1, 1900
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Sectors SocialWork
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Posted Jobs 4
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IMPACT Initiatives is a leading international non-profit think tank based in Geneva, with a significant operational presence in Uganda through its specialized initiatives like REACH. The organization is dedicated to improving the impact of humanitarian and development action by providing data-driven insights and evidence-based research in complex crisis environments. In Uganda, IMPACT works closely with UN agencies, international NGOs, and government bodies to conduct large-scale assessments that inform the delivery of aid to both refugee populations and vulnerable host communities across the country.
The organization’s work in the region primarily focuses on multi-sectoral needs assessments and the monitoring of market dynamics in refugee settlements and urban centers. By deploying field teams to remote areas such as the West Nile and South-West sub-regions, IMPACT collects critical data on food security, water and sanitation, and protection needs. This information is then translated into detailed maps, reports, and databases that help humanitarian actors prioritize resources, ensuring that assistance reaches those in the most desperate situations while avoiding duplication of efforts.
Beyond immediate crisis response, IMPACT Initiatives contributes to long-term resilience and development planning in Uganda by analyzing the socio-economic integration of displaced persons. Their research often highlights the challenges and opportunities within the “Refugee Response Plan,” providing a technical basis for policies that promote self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods. By maintaining high standards of data integrity and neutrality, the organization acts as a vital bridge between ground-level realities and high-level strategic decision-making in the Ugandan humanitarian sector.
- REACH Initiative: Providing granular data and cross-sectoral analysis to support aid coordination and informed humanitarian planning.
- Market Monitoring: Tracking price fluctuations of essential commodities in settlements to assess the feasibility of cash-based assistance.
- Infrastructure Mapping: Using satellite imagery and GIS technology to map essential services like health centers and water points in crisis-affected areas.
- Displacement Tracking: Monitoring the movement and needs of newly arrived refugees to ensure rapid response and adequate resource allocation.
- Capacity Building: Supporting local stakeholders and organizations in the use of data collection tools and evidence-based advocacy.
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Senior Research Manager
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Senior Data Officer
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Senior Data Officer
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Research Manager
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- Kampala District
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