Deputy Country Director VSO

About this Job:	VSO is an international development agency that works through volunteer professionals to fight global poverty and disadvantage. VSO is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Country Director who will be responsible for leading the team in northern Uganda in all aspects of programme management, business development and resource mobilization. The job entails: - Business Development Analyse the development context and needs, engaging all relevant stakeholders in northern Uganda, and leading business development focusing on the delivery of the country strategy. Programme Funding In collaboration with the CD and funding Managers, lead in developing innovative programme proposals targeting northern Uganda to maximise the external funding base. Programme Management Coach team members to develop and effectively implement planning and review systems to ensure they deliver against plans, including appropriate reporting and monitoring. Volunteer Support Working with the support team, ensure volunteer duty of care and support and maintain a culture of partnership between volunteers and the Programme Office, including feedback mechanisms and adherence to VSO standards. People Management Effectively manage the staff and volunteer team within the performance management framework and coach line reports. Security and Risk Management Ensure emergency and risk management for the northern Uganda office, in accordance with laid out guidelines and ensuring staff and volunteer awareness and compliance
Requirement:	Qualification and Experience:- A highly strategic thinker with demonstrable skills in programme management at a senior level for at least five years. A relevant Masters degree with at least five years experience in development work, four of which should be at senior management level. Experience of youth programming, education sector and health related activities will be a distinct advantage.
Salary:	- USD/month
Experience:	5
How to apply:	Closing date: Thursday February 16th 2012 For a softcopy of the application pack please contact VSO Uganda, Plot 2727 Muyenga Road, P. O. Box 2831 Kampala, Uganda (Opposite Tank-hill Parade) or Tel: 0414 268 984/269655/267008 0312 264 595 or e-mail vsouga@vsoint.org Only applicants who use the application pack will be considered VSO values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.