COUNTRY PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE

Job Description

*** This position is open for Cambodian nationals and will be on a national contract.

Are you ready to drive innovation, collaboration, and impact? CARE Cambodia is seeking a visionary leader to serve as our next Country Program Representative (CPR).

As CPR, you will lead a strategic shift in CARE Cambodia’s operations, transitioning from a conventional INGO model to a dynamic, future-oriented platform. This is your opportunity to create and implement innovative solutions that address critical social challenges, with a special focus on women, youth, decent work, and climate resilience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Shape and implement CARE Cambodia’s country strategy aligned with national priorities and CARE’s global mission.
  • Champion the use of emerging technologies, systems thinking, and innovative approaches to maximize program impact.
  • Foster partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including social enterprises, startups, private sector organizations, and government agencies.
• Partnerships and Resource Mobilization:
  • Unlock non-traditional funding sources and design innovative financing models.
  • Build and maintain relationships with donors, businesses, and multilateral agencies to secure sustainable funding streams.
  • Promote local ownership of initiatives and empower partners for long-term impact.
• Representation and Advocacy:
  • Serve as the face of CARE Cambodia in high-level forums, advocating for policies aligned with CARE’s mission.
  • Ensure timely and quality reporting to donors, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Program and Team Management:
  • Oversee the development and execution of high-impact programs in climate change, youth engagement, and private sector collaboration.
  • Provide strategic guidance to program and operations teams to ensure excellence and compliance.
  • Cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity within CARE Cambodia.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related fields.
• Proven experience in establishing social enterprises or market-based programs with measurable impact.
• Expertise in engaging diverse stakeholders, including the private sector and securing funding from non-traditional sources.
• Strong understanding of Cambodia’s political, social, and economic landscape.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-cultural teams and navigating complex organizational structures.
• Fluency in English and Khmer is required.