Country Director – Uganda

About the role

The Country Director is the most senior MSI representative in Uganda, responsible for leading the organisation’s sexual and reproductive health programmes across the country. Reporting to regional leadership, the role works closely with government, donors and partners to ensure safe, affordable and high‑quality family planning services are delivered.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement MSI’s national strategy for family planning, sexual and reproductive health and related social‑marketing initiatives.
• Lead and manage programme delivery, including mobile outreach, public‑sector strengthening, maternity services and health centres.
• Oversee financial, operational and administrative performance to meet results‑based targets.
• Represent MSI in high‑level stakeholder engagements with government ministries, donors and civil‑society partners.
• Promote innovation, ensure client‑centred service delivery and maintain compliance with organisational policies.

Required profile

• Demonstrated commitment to pro‑choice values and MSI’s mission.
• Proven senior leadership experience in the health or development sector, preferably in reproductive health.
• Strong track record of managing large, multi‑disciplinary teams and complex budgets.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with government and donor agencies.

Required skills