Country Representative Job Vacancy at Sense International Uganda

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Location: Kampala, Uganda
Sense International is the leading global charity supporting deafblind people in Bangladesh, India, Kenya, Tanzania, Peru, Romania and Uganda. We work with local organisations and governments to identify deafblind people and provide them with appropriate educational, health and vocational services to enable them to participate in and contribute to their communities. In order to ensure a lasting and sustainable impact we invest in local professionals and organisations, influence governments and advocate for change. It has its headquarters in UK, and a Regional Office in Nairobi. We are seeking to fill a vacancy for the position of Country Representative.
Duties & Responsibilities
Reporting to the Regional Director in Nairobi, you will:
·         Provide strategic direction and management for the development and implementation of the services highlighted above.
·         Develop annual and multi-year plans and budgets for all activities, monitor implementation, and produce high quality and timely programme and financial reports.
·         Provide a strong oversight on the enforcement of financial systems and procedures as laid down by the organisation
·         Build the capacity of partner organizations through training, networking, and ensuring delivery of high quality services for deaf & blind people.
·         Spearhead advocacy work for the engagement of government and NGOs to mainstream programmes for deaf, blind people in their work; foster the development of a network of parents, deaf, blind people, and professionals for the provision of
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
You will demonstrate the following attributes:
·         A track record in managing delivery of community based services for marginalised communities.
·         A strong track record in policy advocacy and capacity building of partners to enhance their effectiveness in the provision of services, especially for disabled persons.
·         Strong writing skills in generating funding proposals and reporting to donors and other stakeholders
·         Sensitivity to vulnerable people in general and disability in particular.
·         Ability to develop long term plans and budgets and to efficiently manage development programmes.
·         High integrity and transparency in all aspects of management.
·         Creativity and sound judgement are essential, as are computer skills. Knowledge of sign language is desirable.
·         The post will involve frequent travel and you will spend considerable time with deaf &blind people and their families, partner organisations and Government departments throughout the country.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV and application letter addressed to the Regional Director of Sense International (East Africa) on info@senseint-ea.org .
You must state your current salary, along with the reasons for your interest. Please also provide your day time telephone contact. In addition, please send a paper of not more than 500 words explaining your understanding of the key services needed by deaf blind people and how they should be delivered. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 10 August 2012. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
For further information about Sense International, please visit our website at www.senseinternational.org.uk
Sense International is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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