Country Director (CD)

We are looking for a candidate who has

• At least 5 years’ experience as a Country Director or in a comparable senior leadership role
  
• At least 10 years’ experience managing development and humanitarian programmes
  
• Extensive experience in partnership development and management, including localisation processes
  
• A strong track record in fundraising, programme development, and project initiation, including with institutional donors, UN agencies, private sector actors, and foundations
  
• Strong diplomatic, communication, and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to build trust-based relationships
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and support diverse teams
  
• Entrepreneurial mindset and a strong results orientation
  
• A relevant Master’s degree
  
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
  
• Fluency in Danish is an advantage
  

• Provide overall strategic, programmatic, and operational leadership of DCA Uganda
  
• Lead and support the Senior Management Team through inclusive, value-based leadership
  
• Ensure high-quality programme implementation, accountability, and compliance
  
• Strengthen and expand partnerships, including local partners, in line with the localisation agenda
  
• Drive resource mobilisation, programme development, and donor engagement
  
• Represent DCA externally and strengthen relations with key stakeholders
  
• Promote staff wellbeing, organisational culture, and an enabling work environment