For the Cordaid Country Office in Kampala, Uganda Cordaid is looking for a Manager Country Office
Introduction
Cordaid has been active in Uganda for over 25 years; and our programmes currently focus on three thematic areas: resilience, investments and humanitarian aid.
Cordaid distinguishes three main processes: programming, communication, and fundraising. The office in Kampala is primarily meant to oversee program implementation. The Manager Country Office has an additional responsibility for fundraising and communication/positioning.
Furthermore, the Manager Country Office plays an important role in development and implementation of the country annual plan and provides input to the further strategic development of Cordaid globally.
Position & responsibility
The Manager Country Office will report to the Cluster Director East and South Africa Cordaid. The Manager Country Office is the line manager for all senior management staff of the Cordaid Ugandan office.
General objective and responsibility of the job
- Is responsible for realization of Country Office targets;
- The Management of the Cordaid office in Kampala;
- The management of Cordaid programme in Uganda;
- Networking, representation and acquisition.
Specific objectives
- Country Plan:
Monitors the progress and interdependencies of different projects from the Program unit, taking into account the developments in the country, and proposes improvements in the chosen strategy.
- Cooperation benefits:
Creates partnerships between governmental institutions, donors, partner organisations and (inter)national non-governmental organisations, taking into account the agreed programme results.
- Funds:
Interacts with (potential) local/institutional donors, convincingly augmenting the added value of Cordaid as to acquire funds and ensure the future funding for the program(s) in the designated country.
- Business/Action plan:
Translates the agreed Country Plan into a Work Plan for the Country Office, with specific results in designated project areas while securing the connection with the Cordaid strategy.
- Programme Management:
Keeps track of developments within the projects, manages the activities within the team and makes the necessary adjustments, taking into account the business/action plan, governmental policies, donor policies and the allocation of resources and preventing mission creep.
- Risk Management:
Assesses security, political, administrative and financial risks in projects and realises the security of the Cordaid team, consultants and Cordaid visitors, according to the Cordaid Safety First Manual.
- Personnel Management:
Leads personnel in accordance with the management style and social policy of Cordaid, focused on productivity, employee development and satisfaction. Ensures efficient use of resources and controls quality of work.
Qualifications
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- Academic degree in international law, agriculture, health, economy, business/public administration, social sciences or other subject related to international cooperation.
- Excellent management skills including human resource and financial management, communication and intercultural cooperation skills.
- At least 5 years (recent) experience in a similar position (Country Manager, Country Representative, Chief of Party) for an INGO.
- At least 5 years experience with managing and monitoring development and/or humanitarian programs, preferably also with EC or WB funded programs.
- Experience in reporting requirements of institutional donors and working with local NGOs.
- Experience in security management and implementing security policies in insecure areas.
- Proven management and inspirational leadership skills.
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative.
- Strong networker with preferred existing networks in Uganda.
- Understanding of the context in Uganda.
- High level of personal integrity.
Contract information
The contract period is for 12 months starting as soon as possible, with the intention to extend for a longer period. We offer a Cordaid contract with a competitive salary and a benefit package which includes R&R, a comprehensive insurance cover, social security and pension contribution, a holiday allowance, 13th month and hardship allowance.
Further information & how to apply
Applications including a motivation letter and extensive CV in English, including the contact details of at least three professional references, should be forwarded on attention of Mrs. Hélène van der Roest, Cluster Director East and Southern Africa before August 9 2021.
An integrity screening will be part of the application procedure. An assessment and / or a presentation of a “case study” can also be a part of the selection procedure.
Please note that we accept applications through our website only: https://www.cordaid.org/en/vacancies/international/
Cordaid is fully committed to a safe working environment and the highest integrity standards. To read more on our commitment to Integrity, click here:
https://www.cordaid.org/en/who-we-are/integrity-and-code-of-conduct/
For more information about Cordaid, please visit our website: www.cordaid.org.
Acquisition regarding this vacancy is not appreciated.
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