Country: Uganda
Closing date: 06 Nov 2015
The Organisation
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan’s stated Global Strategic Goal (2011-15) is to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high-quality programmes that deliver long-lasting benefits. Plan aims to achieve this goal by working in partnership with others and through high performing teams whose behaviours reflect the corporate values. It has a global income of around $800m.
Join our operation in Uganda during a time of change and growth
Plan International has been operating in Uganda since 1992 and is implementing a diversified programme portfolio in 19 districts including Tororo, Luwero, Kamuli, Kampala central, Lira and 15 districts in Northern Uganda.
Plan Uganda works closely with more than 25 national and international partners from the civil society and has good collaboration with government institutions. Together we contribute to improving the lives of children in the following areas: Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD), sexual and reproductive health, education, participation and governance, disaster risk management, water and sanitation, economic security and child protection.
Over the 22 years of operation in Uganda, Plan has invested over US$300 million in support of Uganda’s national development programme priorities. Through this investment the organization has reached millions of needy children, families and communities in the 19 districts.
The Role
Each Country Program is led by a Country Director who is Plan International’s lead representative in country with authority over all activities taking place. As Country Director Uganda you will be required to develop strategies at country level that align with Plan Internationals global vision and purpose within the prevailing context of that country as it impacts on children. You will also lead a highly motivated team and ensures legal compliance, implementing a well-funded programme, ready and able to respond to emergency and development needs of the most marginalized children.
Do you have what it takes?
In this demanding and varied role the successful applicant will require demonstrable knowledge on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness, particularly about rights-based programming for child rights.
Proven, demonstrable experience in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management is essential.
Knowledge of Uganda, the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage.
Proven negotiation skills with Governmental and non-Governmental actors is essential to succeed in this position
Excellent written skills in English both written and verbal are required
Type of Role: 5 year fixed term contract
Location: Based in the country office located in Kampala with extensive local and some international travel, requires ability to travel frequently to remote areas
Reports to: Regional Director – Region of Eastern and Southern Africa
Salary: Circa $75,000 USD per annum plus benefits
Closing Date: Friday 6th November 2015
Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy.
As an international child centred community development organisation, Plan is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.
Plan believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.
How to apply:
Please apply by following this link: https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?career%5fns=job%5flisting&company=PlanInt&navBarLevel=JOB%5fSEARCH&rcm%5fsite%5flocale=en%5fGB&career_job_req_id=8741&selected_lang=en_GB&jobAlertController_jobAlertId=&jobAlertController_jobAlertName=&_s.crb=orlby205kPD4IpKorRFsQ5RfAOE%3d