Role Summary.
As the Country Director, you will oversee all aspects of our country operations, ensuring that we deliver high-impact programs aligned with CARE’s mission and vision. You will drive strategy, resource mobilization, and operational excellence, positioning the Country Office (CO) as a leading force in sustainable development and humanitarian action. Your leadership will inspire our teams to embrace innovation, collaboration, and resilience as we work toward achieving CARE’s 2030 vision.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Talent Development: Build and nurture a dynamic senior leadership team. Foster a culture of diversity, accountability, and staff well-being, while promoting CARE’s core values—Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence.
Strategic Planning & Resource Mobilization: Lead the design and implementation of an ambitious country strategy. Ensure alignment with global priorities, secure funding for innovative programs, and maintain the financial health of the CO.
Program Impact & Innovation: Oversee the development and execution of impactful, gender-sensitive programs that address the root causes of poverty. Champion monitoring, learning, and adaptation to ensure continuous improvement.
External Relations & Advocacy: Build strategic alliances with governments, donors, and civil society. Act as a spokesperson for CARE, driving advocacy efforts to influence policies and practices that promote social justice.
Operational Excellence: Ensure strong governance, risk management, and compliance across all operations. Safeguard staff safety and well-being while ensuring the responsible stewardship of resources.
What You Bring
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
6–8 years of senior management experience in the development sector, including strategic and operational leadership.
Language
Fluency in communication in both English and French.
Leadership & People Management
Proven ability to lead diverse, cross-cultural teams in challenging environments.
Exceptional coaching, capacity building, and conflict resolution skills.
Financial & Operational Management
Expertise in managing complex budgets, ensuring donor compliance, and addressing audit recommendations.
Strategic Thinking & Advocacy
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute forward-thinking strategies.
Experience engaging with government and donors to influence policy and mobilize resources.
Resilience & Adaptability
Strong coping strategies and emotional intelligence in high-pressure settings.
Apply via :
phg.tbe.taleo.net