Jobs at FIDA Uganda - Chief Executive Officer

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer

 FIDA-Uganda, Uganda
Our client, FIDA-Uganda is seeking to recruit a Chief Executive Officer with a passion for social transformation for women’s rights, legal excellence, along with strategic vision, drive and excellent people skills.

FIDA has undergone significant restructuring in recent years, based on a carefully focused strategic planning process. With specialist staff teams in each area of work, the incoming CEO will bring a proven record of achievement and fresh insights to lead the diverse FIDA team towards the challenges of democratic governance and development in Africa.

The preferred candidate will have a record of active commitment to women’s rights and democracy in Uganda, through:

    Building partnerships & coalitions
    Energy & self-motivation, with flexibility & tenacity in achieving results
    Leading and motivating cost-efficient change programmes
    Effective management skills, underpinned by strong social commitment.

The key responsibility for the CEO shall include:

    Implementation of FIDA-Uganda’s Strategic plan; including articulation of the ‘FIDA- Uganda’s Brand and ensuring an effective system of strategic measurement and governance.
    Ensuring that the organisation is structured, organized, managed and controlled in such a way as to maximize achievement of that vision and delivery of the FIDA-Uganda’s Brand.
    Overseeing all aspects of FIDA-Uganda’s operational management, ensuring that standards of excellence are set and maintained in every sphere of activity.
    Leading and developing the highly motivated team of staff.
    Promoting FIDA-Uganda nationally regionally and internationally.
    Developing partner and donor relationships and vii) Overseeing organizational resources.

Requirement:

    Bachelor's degree in Law
    Master in law, social sciences or humanities
    A Diploma in legal practice is an added advantage
    At least 10 years' experience in the field of development or human rights
    Extensive experience in managing teams and a proven track record as a facilitative, inspirational leader
    Aptitude for or experience in financial management; experience in fundraising and donor relations is preferred
    Evidence of effective resource management, including a good track record of financial accountability and fundraising
    A proven track record as a visionary and strategic leader, demonstrating passion and vision, along with drive for accomplishment
    Genuine concern and care for others, excellent communication skills;

Experience: 10


How to apply:

If you meet the above criteria, apply in confidence with your CV indicating names and contact details of two referees, your own contact details, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter explaining how you can contribute to FIDA- Uganda’s continuing success to:

The Practice Leader / Human Capital Services

Osillo & Company Advisory Limited 13 Kimathi Avenue

4th Floor Impala House

P.O. Box 36164 Kampala, Uganda

OR

By email to: hr@osillocpa.com


Deadline: 22/03/2013