Country Director, Uganda

About the role

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a Country Director for Uganda to lead the overall execution of operations and give strategic direction to its mission of protecting vulnerable people from violence through justice system strengthening, partnership development and organizational excellence. The role reports to the Regional President, Africa, and is based in Kampala.

Key responsibilities

• Originate and drive national strategies, cultivate high-impact relationships and ensure operational, financial and cultural alignment with IJM's global goals
• Lead the country office, including staff development, performance reviews, conflict resolution and team culture
• Oversee the budget, expenditure and program activities, and work with finance and program management on cash flow and grant/non-grant budgets
• Ensure projects follow IJM's vision, regional and global strategies and justice policy framework, and that they meet KPI targets
• Develop program designs, concept notes, proposals, baselines and budgets, and run a monitoring, evaluation, research and learning plan
• Build partnerships with government, civil society and international justice professionals, and represent IJM to government, NGOs and the media
• Promote IJM's theory of change internally and externally, following global communications guidelines
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies such as security, child protection, finance, HR and data, and support adequate funding from donors

Required profile

• Degree in law, international development or a related field (Master's or Doctorate preferred)
• Minimum 10 years' experience leading cross-cultural teams in challenging environments
• At least eight years in international development, with experience working with international donors and intergovernmental organizations at a senior level
• Experience in Uganda or comparable African contexts
• Advocacy and/or policy experience with governments, donors, civil society and cultural and religious leaders
• In-depth understanding of programming to combat violence against women and children; access to justice, rule of law and human rights experience preferred
• Ability to serve as a spiritual leader and mentor, with a mature Christian faith

Candidates apply by uploading a resume, cover letter and statement of faith in one PDF. IJM requires a background check, police clearance and reference checks.