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Country Representative Uganda

  • Deadline : 17 Aug 2015
  • Salary : Competitive with excellent benefits
WaterAid, an international NGO, is looking for a Country Representative to play a vital role in our mission to transform lives with safe water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in the world’s poorest communities.

Working within the Senior Management Team, the Country Representative will steer the direction of the country programme in Uganda through the development and implementation of five year strategies to bring about transformational changes needed to achieve universal and sustainable access to WASH. The Country Representative will empower staff and partners to influence and support public and private institutions to improve policies, financing and practices to deliver these aims. The role also contributes to the global leadership of WaterAid.

To be successful, you’ll need to be an influencer and a strategic systems thinker with a clear vision on what needs to change, on what drives change and how change can be supported.  You will be highly experienced and a capable leader that is able to rally a capable team behind a common vision and purpose. Proven experience of heading a country programme or office is essential. You will have a sound knowledge of relevant development sectors, preferably the WASH sector or health, education and environment. You will understand the importance of sound financial management. You need to be a fluent English speaker and have experience of working in Uganda. Eligibility to work in Uganda is preferred.

By 2030 we want everyone everywhere to have clean water, sanitation and hygiene. We need you to help us make it happen. If you bring your expertise, passion and professionalism, you will not only gain personally, but will also contribute to poverty reduction and human development. 

Please see further details via the job description: WAU JD June 2015

We have exclusively retained Mission Talent to manage this recruitment process on our behalf. Applications must be addressed to Mission Talent by email to applications@missiontalent.com stating WA-CR-UG/+your surname in the subject line.

To apply for this role please attach your CV (in English) and a motivation letter (of 350 words or less) that summarises how your profile aligns with the key requirements, skills and abilities. Please send these to Mission Talent as Word files only.

After submitting your application you will receive an automatic confirmation. If you do not receive this (please check your spam folder as well), please contact Mission Talent at applications@missiontalent.com or call +49 30 76 77 52 75.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted by Mission Talent for follow-up.

More information about the role and how to apply can be found at: 
www.missiontalent.com/en/positions/WA-CR-UG/