Job Opportunity: Head, Business Development & Donor Compliance
Organization: Plan International
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: May 31, 2024
Job Type: Full-time
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (advanced degree preferred)
- Extensive experience in senior leadership roles within international development
- Proven track record in resource mobilization, fundraising, and strategic relationship building
- Experience in risk assessment and managing diversified donor portfolios
- Strong commitment to gender equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Fluency in English is required
About Plan International: Plan International is a global organization dedicated to advancing children’s rights and equality for girls. With operations in over 80 countries, Plan International works tirelessly to combat poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination that often hinder the potential of children, especially girls.
The Opportunity: Plan International Uganda is seeking a Head of Business Development & Donor Compliance to join its team in Kampala. This role is part of the Country Leadership Team and oversees the Business Development Unit (BDU) and Donor Compliance, ensuring timely donor reporting and fostering strong donor relationships. The role involves leading all aspects of Plan International Uganda’s programme development mandate in line with the approved country strategy.
About You: The ideal candidate will be a values-based and feminist leader with a deep commitment to gender equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion. You should have extensive experience in senior leadership roles within international development, with a proven track record in resource mobilization, fundraising, and strategic relationship building. Experience in risk assessment and managing diversified donor portfolios is essential. Fluency in English is required.
Location and Reporting: The role is based in Kampala, Uganda, and reports to the Country Director. Support with relocation is available for candidates outside Uganda.
How to Apply: To apply, submit your application, CV, and academic documents through the provided link by the deadline. Only applications in English will be considered.
Diversity and Inclusion: Plan International is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in its workforce. The organization strives to create an inclusive workplace environment that embraces racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.
Safeguarding Children and Young People: Plan International conducts pre-employment checks in line with its Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. By applying, candidates confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Note: Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.
If you believe in advancing children’s rights and promoting gender equality, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Uganda and beyond. Apply now to join Plan International’s mission-driven team.
