Regional Representative East Africa

Areas of responsibility

· To provide strategic leadership for the regional programme

· Overseeing narrative and financial reporting, and budget processes

· Ensuring that internal control mechanisms are in place and fully implemented

· Identifying and engaging donors in the region and overseeing application processes.

· Managing the staff (7) at the regional office and providing good leadership and strong team spirit.

· Proactively initiate method development in close dialogue with the regional staff and the head office

· Build and maintain relationship with stakeholders

· Carry out regular field visits

· Conduct regular context analyses by keeping track of major political and social developments

· Represent the organization in East Africa

Education and qualifications

· A Master's degree in development, health, social welfare or finance

· Minimum 5 years' work experience in senior management positions

· Strong and documented leadership skills

· Documented communication skills and experience from advocacy work

· Solid experience in finance management and budgeting

· Strong knowledge in project cycle management, log frames and result matrices

· Experience of working with other international organizations is an advantage

· Excellent understanding of a Rights Based Approach

· Experiences and track records of fundraising

· Excellent written and spoken English

· Knowledge in French is an advantage

Analytical and strong reporting skills

A client seeks to hire a qualified candidate for the position of a Regional Representative East Africa