Overview of the Position
CorpsAfrica is looking for a mission-focused, seasoned, strategic, and process-minded leader to build and oversee the CorpsAfrica program in Uganda. The Country Director will be responsible for building and strengthening the Uganda program in alignment with the CorpsAfrica model, while leveraging best practices and lessons learned from our existing country programs across the continent.

He or she must have a commitment to mission and strategic focus balanced with tolerance for risk and innovation. The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated passion and commitment to youth leadership, community-led development, impact evaluation, transparency, and accountability. The Uganda Director will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer of CorpsAfrica through the Regional Director, Country Offices.

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time

SALARY AND BENEFITS: CorpsAfrica will provide a competitive, comprehensive benefits package for all staff in this Country Director role, according to local customs and regulations.

REPORTS TO: Regional Director, Country Offices

Specific responsibilities:

Identify and hire strong staff members to manage Volunteer support, training, and other key positions.
Manage a team of talented staff members and build an organizational culture in line with CorpsAfrica’s values
Identify an office space and establish a functioning office
Put in place policies and procedures to ensure effective and efficient operations.
Oversee processes to obtain government authorization for CorpAfrica to operate and work with refugees and internally displaced persons.
Oversee compliance with all laws and regulations.
Establish and build a CorpsAfrica/Uganda Local Council.
Be responsible for strong financial oversight and management of budgets
Oversee multiple aspects of the operation, including recruitment of the Volunteers, Volunteer site selection and development, 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 in Uganda, which involves identifying and cultivating prospective donors, writing proposals, hosting events, extensive networking, etc.
Coordinate cross-sector stakeholders and leverage a strong understanding of Uganda’s NGO regulatory environment to ensure compliant and effective program implementation.
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
Strong leadership skills, with a demonstrated commitment to facilitating people’s growth and development
Experience working with refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) will be considered an added advantage.
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-led development
Diplomatic, of the highest integrity, and possess sound judgment as well as a sense of humor
Demonstrate a high level of integrity and a strong sense of accountability in carrying out responsibilities.
A deep understanding of the laws in Uganda, government administrative protocols, local cultural norms, and its people
Fluency in English and a local language of Uganda is required
A valid driver’s license is helpful

Please send your resume/CV