Country Representative

• Lead the organisation’s vision, mission and principles in Uganda in line with international strategy.
• Represent the organisation to government, NGOs, donors, academia, community groups and the media.
• Manage partnerships with specialist institutions and set country-specific partnership guidelines.
• Oversee high-profile workshops, conferences, stakeholder meetings and site visits.
• Lead delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the Uganda Strategic Plan, and keep contingency plans for emergencies.
• Develop a funding strategy, build relationships with donors and report to funders as required.
• Lead communications and campaigns that raise public awareness and connect communities with duty bearers.
• Encourage research that improves field work and influences policy for Ugandan children.
• Ensure financial integrity and accountability under the international financial management framework.

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, development studies or management, and a Master’s degree in a relevant social sciences discipline.
• At least 7 years in top management in development work, education, health or poverty alleviation programmes.
• Senior management expertise, including building multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven fundraising experience, with emphasis on regular giving and corporate fundraising, and a record in contract management with bilateral and multilateral donors.
• Experience managing complex financial control systems with a budget above USD 500,000.
• Experience negotiating with government officials and donors at all levels.
• Proficiency in English and familiarity with the Ugandan context.
• Experience as an Executive Director or Country Director of a similar organisation, and knowledge of the Children’s Rights sector, are desirable.

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