IRC Vacancy: Country Director - Uganda, Kampala, Uganda | UNjobs Toggle navigation Latest Duty Stations Organizations Closing Soon Country Director - Uganda, Kampala, Uganda Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC) Country: Uganda City: Kampala Office: The IRC Kampala The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. The IRC has been working in Uganda since 1998, supporting refugees, vulnerable host communities, and various institutions in the country, notably the government, community-based organizations, civil society, and the private sector. Currently, the IRC in Uganda has a presence across five sub-regions and six refugee settlements, implementing programming in the sectors of health, protection and rule of law (PRoL), women's protection and empowerment (WPE), economic recovery and development (ERD), and education. IRC Uganda also implements cross-cutting programming focused on systems strengthening and accountability to affected persons. Scope of Work The Country Director (CD) is responsible for the overall leadership and management of IRC staff, programming, operations, and relationships in Uganda. This includes ensuring program quality and accountability, acquiring and managing resources, promoting staff well-being, and overseeing safety and security. The Country Director is also responsible for performance management and representing IRC externally. The CD will have proven ability to oversee programs with a portfolio exceeding USD 20 million, involving diverse implementation modalities (direct and partner-based), remote and in-person operational management. As IRC's principal representative for the Uganda program, the Country Director engages with government authorities, donors, international organizations, civil society, other NGOs, and the media. They are expected to oversee and manage a portfolio of responsive and effective humanitarian, recovery, and development programs, both direct and in collaboration with partner organizations. The Country Director will lead the country program staff in achieving the goals outlined in IRC's strategy for Uganda, bringing the team together to deliver high-quality, cost-effective programming results while maintaining high levels of accountability. Major Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Representation Provide visionary leadership to shape and execute strategies that deliver high-impact, client-centered programs aligned with IRC's global mission and Uganda's evolving humanitarian context. Serve as IRC's principal representative in Uganda, articulating the organization's vision and priorities at national, regional, and global platforms—including donor briefings, inter-agency coordination bodies, and high-level policy forums. Lead the development and delivery of a country strategy aligned with IRC's Strategy100 and Uganda's evolving context while providing strategic leadership to develop and implement high-quality programs that meet client needs. Forge and sustain strategic partnerships with national NGOs, civil society actors, and community-based organizations to enhance program reach, local ownership, and sustainability. Lead IRC's engagement in humanitarian coordination mechanisms, proactively shaping collective responses and advocating for principled, needs-based action. Maintain constructive relationships with government counterparts to facilitate operational continuity, including timely registration renewals, access permissions, and policy dialogue. Cultivate a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability across the country team, fostering high staff morale and enabling peak performance. Lead IRC-hosted events and strategic dialogues in-country, positioning IRC as a thought leader and convener on critical humanitarian and development issues. Represent IRC to diverse audiences—including media, diplomatic missions, UN agencies, and global stakeholders—in close coordination with the Regional Vice President (RVP), ensuring consistent messaging and strategic alignment Strategic Direction & Program Quality Collaborate with the Regional Vice President (RVP) and senior management team to implement the country program's strategic vision, ensuring high-quality programming tailored to the Uganda context and aligned with IRC'
