Job Description
Are you a visionary leader ready to champion transformative programs that combat poverty and injustice? Do you thrive on building strategic partnerships, leading high-performing teams, and driving innovative solutions in complex global settings? If yes, we invite you to lead as our Country Director and shape a future of hope and equity.
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.
Why Join CARE?
At CARE, we believe in the power of people to drive change. By joining us, you will become part of a global movement dedicated to empowering communities, advancing gender equality, and tackling the underlying causes of poverty.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply now and lead us on our mission to create a more just and equitable world.
CARE is committed to equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage women and underrepresented groups to apply.
