Job Title: Director
Organisation: Raising
Voices
Voices
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Co-founders
of Raising Voices
of Raising Voices
About US:
Raising Voices is a
non-profit organization which works to prevent interpersonal violence that
happens in the home, in the communities and within institutions that community
members use on a regular basis.
non-profit organization which works to prevent interpersonal violence that
happens in the home, in the communities and within institutions that community
members use on a regular basis.
Job Summary: The
Director will direct and manage operations, programmes and activities
implemented out of Raising Voices offices in Uganda.
Director will direct and manage operations, programmes and activities
implemented out of Raising Voices offices in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic
Management and Leadership
Management and Leadership
- Lead the strategic visioning, conceptual
development, planning and monitoring of Raising Voices’ work. - Oversee implementation of the
organization’s strategic plan, operational budget and funding strategy. - Support and oversee the team in all
program planning, implementation, operations, budgeting, documentation,
monitoring and reporting. - Create a supportive environment that
fosters personal responsibility, quality work and commitment to Raising
Voices goals and values.
Operational
Management
Management
- Oversee the finance management and serve
as the Chief Accounting Officer. - Oversee all the operational and
administrative functions of the organization. - Assume overall responsibility for human
resource management of all staff in Uganda at Raising Voices. - Ensure timely, accurate and quality
financial and narrative reporting in compliance with contractual
obligations to funding partners. - Supervise and mentor senior staff to
ensure quality work and accountability. - Ensure operationalization and adherence
to all Raising Voices’ policies and procedures. - Ensure efficient and functioning
management systems. - Foster intra-department linkages,
communication and synergies within Raising Voices. - Ensure adherence to policies and
compliance to all commitments. - Serve as chief quality assurance
ambassador of Raising Voices.
Internal and
External Relations
External Relations
- Represent Raising Voices at processes
and events in Uganda and beyond. - Manage positive and productive partner
relationships with development actors and institutions - Initiate, actively participate in and
oversee internal processes for the Raising Voices staff that build skills
and commitment to organizational values. - Demonstrate effective, values driven
leadership to all Raising Voices staff. - Foster a conducive environment that is
transparent, accountable and supportive. - Work collaboratively with the
co-founders on donor relations, strategic decisions and leadership of
Raising Voices through the transition process and into the next stage of
organizational growth.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The Director must hold a Master’s degree
or equivalent - At least 10 years work experience with
at least 5 years in executive leadership role, experience in Uganda an
advantage. Your application will not proceed if this criterion is not met. - Competencies
- Solid understanding of the national and
international development trends, particularly relating to VAW/C that may
influence Raising Voices’ mission and programmes. - Personal integrity and transparency,
serving as a role model for others. - Effective communicator with enthusiasm and
willingness to champion Raising Voices’ values. - Strong organizational and management
skills. - Keen appreciation of quality and
standards with ability to take responsibility for delivering results. - Able to lead and manage processes and
people with energy and enthusiasm. - Experience and knowledge of statutory
requirements and employment law in Uganda. - Strong analytical and conceptual skills
with the ability to see both the big picture as well as micro issues. - Excellent writing skills with the
ability to synthesize, understand and communicate complex issues
effectively and in a timely fashion. - Strong computer skills including
Microsoft Office, Accounting software (NAVISION) and social media. - Quick learner.
How to Apply:
All candidates
should send complete applications to: [email protected] with ‘Director
Application’ in the subject line, and include:
should send complete applications to: [email protected] with ‘Director
Application’ in the subject line, and include:
- An updated CV with indication of your preferred way of being
contacted. - A thoughtful cover letter that includes why you are interested in
this position at this point in your career, and why you feel you are a
good match for Raising Voices. - Two-page statement on how you would approach this role if you
emerged as a successful candidate. How would you prepare for the position,
what would you prioritize on starting, and what would be important to you
about how you accomplished it?
Deadline: Open Until filled
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