Jobs at Amref in Uganda- Country Director

Job Title: Country Director Uganda

Job Objective

To provide leadership and strategic direction to the country office and field-based staff in the AMREF Uganda Country Programme,
Management Responsibility

    Provide leadership for country programme and staff
    In charge of country performance and programme growth
    Participating and member of AMREF senior management team (SMT) with responsibility for representing the country programme on   the SMT and for supporting collective SMT decisions back into the country programme.

Description of Duties

1. Represent AMREF in Uganda and be responsible for the management of host country relations.
2. Leadership for the dissemination of AMREF’s values, vision and mission at the country level.
3. Lead, direct and mentor the country programme and its staff in line with the corporate strategy.
4. Promote AMREF's organizational identity and capacity to all stakeholders and partners in Uganda and ensure AMREF remains relevant   to the changing needs of disadvantaged people in the country.
5. Develop networks and partnerships with national/regional/international institutions in Uganda and spearhead donor collaboration, fund   raising and project development within the country.
6. Together with the directorates at Headquarters, ensure that AMREF Uganda implements policies, procedures, operational guidelines   and standards within the AMREF framework.
7. Ensure that the country senior management team is effective and mutually supporting.
8. Mentor and develop the senior manager designated by the Director General as your deputy.
9. Encourage collaboration with other Country Programmes and with Programme Leaders, and support participation of Uganda project   staff in regional projects and other AMREF activities.
10. Together with the monitoring and evaluation function at Headquarters, ensure that monitoring, evaluation and accountability   mechanisms are in place and used effectively within AMREF Uganda.
11. Ensure that the knowledge gained from AMREF Uganda projects is documented and shared with the other Country Programmes,   Headquarters and externally.
12. Facilitate and support development and effectiveness of the AMREF Uganda Advisory Council.
13. Work with AMREF Headquarters and AMREF National Offices to build awareness of the country programme needs, of country   programme priorities and for project funding.
14. Participate fully as a member of the AMREF SMT.
Accountability

    Supervision: Works independently under the authority of Director General and within strategy and policy guidelines
    Decision Making: Has full responsibility of decisions at country level.
    Responsibility over data or information: Has access to important and highly confidential country data and information.
    Responsibility over assets: Overall responsibility for Country budget and assets.
    Responsibility over Staff:  All Country staff

Job Specifications

Required Minimal Qualifications

Post-graduate qualification, preferably in Public Health or related field.
Relevant Experience

     A strong understanding of managing operations in the developing world, preferably within the    health    development sector
    Hands-on experience in implementing primary health care in support of district and participatory health care systems and familiarity of   the health and development needs of disadvantaged people.
    Demonstrable network of contacts and high standing in his/her profession.
    Proven record of building effective partnerships and strategic alliances.
    Proven experience in managing a major programme and/or institutional group.

Length of Experience


8 years overall and 3 years in senior management
Key Skills

    Demonstrated initiative and creativity; strategic thinker; excellent inter-personal and communication and negotiation skills.
    Team player and team builder/leader.
    Progressive experience of management with a proven track record as a senior manager and leader, including experience in developing  and implementing strategic plans.
    Strong management and organizational skills, including comfort in delegating authority and responsibility
    Demonstrable ability to anticipate emerging needs and integrate them speedily into priority setting.
    Proven people management skills in a multi-cultural environment and strong track record of developing people.
    Is personally comfortable fundraising and has a proven record in raising substantial research/development funds.
    Excellent English language communications skills, both oral and written (e.g., proposal writing), including public speaking.
    Basic understanding of electronic communications and standard office computer software.
    Knowledge/familiarity with African and other international development organizations

Personal Attributes

    Ability to work and to perform under pressure.
    Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally.

How to Apply:
http://www.amref.org/get-involved/country-director-uganda/

Deadline:14th May 2012