Uganda Country Director at CorpsAfrica
- Company: CorpsAfrica
- Location: Uganda
- State: Uganda
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Administrative Jobs in Uganda
Job Description
Specific responsibilities:
• Register as an American NGO doing business in Uganda – oversee compliance with all laws and regulations
• Build and manage a local Board of Directors for CorpsAfrica/Uganda
• Hire and manage staff and establish a functioning office
• Put in place policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient operations
• Be responsible for strong financial oversight and management of budgets
• Oversee multiple aspects of the operation, including recruitment of the Volunteers, pre- and in-service training programs; assignment of Volunteers to selected sites throughout the country; working with communities and appropriate government authorities at all levels; and supporting Volunteers throughout their service – offering guidance, mentorship, coaching, networking opportunities, etc.
• Raise funds for CorpsAfrica/Uganda, which involves identifying and cultivating prospective donors, writing proposals, hosting events, extensive networking, etc.
• Represent the organization in public arenas, including local and national media
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with a diverse group of Development Partners
• Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree and at least ten years of increasingly responsible management experience
• A deep understanding of Ugandan laws, government administrative protocols, Ugandan local culture, and its people
• Strong leadership skills, with demonstrated commitment to facilitating people’s growth and development
• Broad financial skills including experience with budgeting, planning and accounting
• Excellent speaking and writing skills are required; computer skills are a big plus
• A hands-on management style and the ability to address and solve problems as they arise
• Passionate about youth employment and sustainable community development
• Diplomatic, of the highest integrity, and possess sound judgment as well as a sense of humor
• Fluency in English and a primary Ugandan dialect is required
• A valid driver’s license is helpful
Method of Application
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter that illustrates qualifications relevant to this role and a résumé as a single PDF (titled, “LastName_FirstName – UCD application”) to [email protected], with “Uganda Country Director” in the subject line. The deadline to apply is March 5, 2023.
