DRC Head of Programme Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs

DRC Head of Programme Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

DRC Uganda looking for “Head of Programme”.

Applicants with a degree in post-graduate degree may apply on or before April 30, 2023.

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private Danish humanitarian nonprofit organization, founded in 1956. It serves as an umbrella organization for 33 member organizations. Formed after the Second World War in response to the European refugee crises caused by the Soviet invasion of Hungary in 1956, DRC has been active in large scale humanitarian projects around the world.

DRC Head of Programme Jobs 2023

The DRC has published a job vacancy announcement on April 22, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Head of Programme to be based in Kampala, Uganda.

Recruiter Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Position Head of Programme
Location Kampala, Uganda
Country Uganda
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification post-graduate degree
Experience Required Minimum Seven years
Application Deadline April 30, 2023

DRC Job Vacancy 2023

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

Program strategy and business development

  • Responsible for the overall programmatic strategy across the entire country operation. Ensures strategic coherence and vision of the whole country programme, based on active participation in the drafting of the DRC Strategic Programme Document and as part of the Senior Management Team
  • Provides technical expertise to the entire country operation and ensures technical advice on programme quality, MEAL and programme development for the Country programme
  • Design, contribute and/or lead assessments for emergency or longer-term programming in existing or new project locations
  • Responsible for shaping and driving the Advocacy strategy for the country and feeding into regional initiatives
  • Establish strong and efficient partnerships with organisations, donors and authorities, in line with the country programme strategy and DRC partnership management policy

Position in Organization:

  • Department: Uganda
  • Workplace: Kampala with frequent travel to the field
  • Contract Type: Expatriate or national contract
  • Posted: 22 Mar 2023
  • Expires: 30 Apr 2023

Qualification:

  • A post-graduate degree in international relations, business administration, management, law/human rights, social sciences or related field;
  • Minimum 7 years professional work experience in humanitarian/ development work including in displacement setting
  • Demonstrated experience of successfully managing program implementation
  • A good understanding and experience of context in Uganda is an added advantage
  • Technical expertise and experience in livelihoods, conflict management, WASH, protection, infrastructure programming in post conflict setting is an advantage
  • Proven analytical and strategic planning skills;
  • High-level communication and people skills;
  • Excellent writing skills and able to negotiate effectively between different stakeholders, and to represent DRC at high level forums;
  • Extensive experience in representation and networking, in particular with Government authorities, EU, humanitarian and development actors;
  • Demonstrated project, program and human resource management experience, including working with local partners;
  • Strong understanding of MEAL, including in complex programmes;
  • Full professional proficiency in English is required.

How to Apply DRC Head of Programme Jobs 2023

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: April 30, 2023

The screening process for this position is on rolling basis, so early submission of applications is encouraged.  DRC reserves the right to start with the next steps in the recruitment process prior to the closing date, should we identify a suitable candidate.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

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