Executive Director-CEDOVIP

Roles and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Provide technical leadership and guidance for VAW prevention programming.
• Nurture and lead the programmatic vision and strategic direction of CEDOVIP.
• Act as Secretary for the Board of Directors and manage all communication with the

Board of Directors.

• Uphold and live by all of CEDOVIP’s organizational values.
• Support and oversee the team in all program planning, implementation, operations,

budgeting, documentation, monitoring and reporting.

• Create a supportive environment that fosters personal responsibility, quality work and commitment to CEDOVIP’s goals and values.

Fundraising and Organizational Development

• Fundraise with local and international donors, build and maintain relationships with

donor partners.

• Represent CEDOVIP with external stakeholders, allies and partners in national, regional and international forums.
• Ensure timely, accurate and quality financial and narrative reporting in compliance with contractual obligations to funding partners.
• Supervise and mentor staff to ensure quality work and accountability.
• Lead in the preparation of annual workplans and budgets, donor reports, the annual report and audits.
• Ensure financial and other resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.

Operational Management

• Establish, maintain and oversee effective and efficient financial and administrative policies and systems.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance.
• Oversee and ensure a solid and transparent financial management system. 
• Foster a conducive environment that is transparent, accountable and supportive.

Education

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience
• At least 10 years of work experience with at least 5 years in a senior leadership

Role.

Essential Experience

• Demonstrated leadership within the women’s movement and/or national processes on VAW in Uganda.
• Proven track record of fundraising and all aspects of donor relationship management.
• Financial management and oversight of budgets and financial systems.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Personal integrity and transparency, serving as a role model for others.
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Able to lead and manage processes and people with energy and enthusiasm.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Accounting software and social media.

Application Process

Send: a) a thoughtful cover letter, b) CV, c) one-page description of how and why the ED position at CEDOVIP aligns with your personal and professional goals to [email protected] with subject line “ED application”.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Short-listed only candidates will be contacted by 10th August 2024.