Jobs at VSO International in Uganda

Job Title:Deputy Country Director- Uganda Gulu

VSO is an international development agency that works through volunteer professionals to fight global poverty and disadvantage. VSO is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Country Director who will be responsible for leading the team in northern Uganda in all aspects of programme management, business development and resource mobilization.

The job entails: -

Business Development

Analyse the development context and needs, engaging all relevant stakeholders in northern Uganda, and leading business development focusing on the delivery of the country strategy.

Programme Funding

In collaboration with the CD and funding Managers, lead in developing innovative programme proposals targeting northern Uganda to maximise the external funding base.

Programme Management

Coach team members to develop and effectively implement planning and review systems to ensure they deliver against plans, including appropriate reporting and monitoring.

Volunteer Support

Working with the support team, ensure volunteer duty of care and support and maintain a culture of partnership between volunteers and the Programme Office, including feedback mechanisms and adherence to VSO standards.

People Management

Effectively manage the staff and volunteer team within the performance management framework and coach line reports.

Security and Risk Management

Ensure emergency and risk management for the northern Uganda office, in accordance with laid out guidelines and ensuring staff and volunteer awareness and compliance
Requirement:

Qualification and Experience:-

* A highly strategic thinker with demonstrable skills in programme management at a senior level for at least five years.
* A relevant Masters degree with at least five years experience in development work, four of which should be at senior management level.
* Experience of youth programming, education sector and health related activities will be a distinct advantage.


How to apply:

Closing date: Thursday February 16th 2012

For a softcopy of the application pack please contact

VSO Uganda,

Plot 2727 Muyenga Road,

P. O. Box 2831 Kampala, Uganda

(Opposite Tank-hill Parade) or

Tel: 0414 268 984/269655/267008

0312 264 595 or e-mail

vsouga@vsoint.org

Only applicants who use the application pack will be considered

VSO values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Deadline:February 16th 2012