IMPACT Initiatives Vacancy: Multi Country Representative, Kampala , Uganda | UNjobs Toggle navigation Latest Duty Stations Organizations Closing Soon Multi Country Representative, Kampala Organization: IMPACT Initiatives Country: Uganda City: Kampala Office: IMPACT Initiatives in Kampala, Uganda Description BACKGROUND ON IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organization supports evidence-based decision-making for humanitarian and development programming through data collection, analysis, and dissemination. IMPACT is the implementing partner of REACH, a multi-agency initiative created in 2010 that supports humanitarian actors to improve planning and decision-making through in-depth, reliable information and analysis. All of IMPACT's programs are implemented in support of humanitarian coordination structures. IMPACT's team comprises specialists in data collection, management, and analysis, as well as experts in humanitarian response, GIS, and remote sensing. We are currently looking for a Multi-Country Representative (MCR) to oversee integrated missions and lead regional engagement in Southern Africa. Position : Multi-Country Representative (MCR) Contract duration : 4 months (100%) Location : Kampala, Uganda Starting Date : 01 May 2026 Please note that this is a link for internal applicants only and applications of external candidates will be automatically rejected. REGIONAL PROFILE In 2023, IMPACT opened a Regional Hub in Kampala, Uganda. This office hosts integrated missions across East and South Africa, including country-based or remote programmes that are not sustainable as fully independent missions. The office also hosts regional and support teams. As of March 2026, IMPACT has five independent missions in East and South Africa (SDN, ETH, SSD, SOM, KEN) and two soon-to-be integrated missions (UGA, MOZ, as of May 2026). FUNCTIONS Under the supervision of the CPOD Regional Coordinator for Africa, the MCR leads and manages the Multi-Country Office and the regional Hub in Kampala. Key functions include: Mission management : Oversee and lead program teams assigned to or shared across integrated missions in East and South Africa (currently Uganda and Mozambique). Regional representation and fundraising : In coordination with the Country Representative in Nairobi (covering regional representation for East Africa), represent IMPACT with regional stakeholders, lead regional fundraising efforts, and build partnerships outside of independent missions for Southern Africa. Office and Hub set-up, and operations : Lead the setup and structure of the Kampala Multi-County Office and Hub to host and facilitate regional administrative, operational and programmatic support tailored to regional needs. Missions RESPONSIBILITIES TEAM MANAGEMENT Direct oversight : Provide leadership and management to integrated mission teams as well as pooled and/or dedicated regional programme staff. [1] Establish team structures that can deliver outside independent missions, in line with IMPACT guidance. Regional hosting : Host regional admin/operations teams and (if needed) de-localized global staff, who remain functionally managed by HQ. Host mission-aligned staff, who cannot be based in their independent mission, due to operational / access constraints. Collaborative support : Work in close collaboration with independent missions in the region, while regalian functions and line management responsibilities for independent missions remain centralized at HQ. OFFICE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT Multi-country office set-up: Design and implement an efficient administrative and logistical system for the office, aligning it with IMPACT's global standards. Risk management: Ensure effective risk management, including security, financial, and operational risks, implementing mitigation strategies in collaboration with HQ. Legal and compliance : Where relevant, lead IMPACT's registration process and ensure the office's compliance with local laws, managing admin or legal challenges. REPRESENTATION & EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT Regional representation: Act as IMPACT's representative with regional and integrated mission stakeholders, including donors, UN agencies, and local partners covering Southern Africa. Remain informed on independent mission priorities to support regional donor engagement when relevant. Work in close collaboration with the Country Representative in Nairobi and their regional representation for East Africa. Partnership development: Build partnerships across the region (i.e., Southern Africa), with a focus on forming robust, sustainable alliances with organizations that can facilitate IMPACT's research and programmes, beyond established country missions. Context awareness : Maintain a strategic understanding of regional trends, needs, and opportunities, and coordinate with HQ and independent missions in East Africa as well to leverage this knowledge for advocacy and to influence
