Executive Director at Raising Voices

Raising Voices (www.raisingvoices.org) seeks a feminist leader for a new Executive Director position. The candidate will be a dynamic, experienced, values-driven leader ready to lead all aspects of Raising Voices. This is a full-time position based in Kampala, Uganda. For the first six months, the ED will report to the co-founders, thereafter, the Board of Directors.
Essential Functions
Strategic Leadership
● Lead the strategic visioning, conceptual development, planning and monitoring of Raising Voices’ work.
● Oversee implementation of the organization’s strategic plan, operational budget and funding strategy.
● Coordinate a leadership team of Operations Director and Program Directors.
● Foster a vibrant and supportive environment that promotes personal responsibility, quality work and commitment to Raising Voices goals and values.
Operational Management
● Oversee all the operational and administrative functions of the organization.
● Ensure timely, accurate and quality financial and narrative reporting in compliance with contractual obligations.
● Ensure operationalization and adherence to all Raising Voices’ policies and procedures.
Internal and External Relations
● Lead all fundraising efforts.
● Represent Raising Voices at processes and events in Uganda and beyond.
● Manage positive and productive partner relationships with funders, development actors and institutions.
● Initiate, actively participate in and oversee internal processes for Raising Voices staff that build skills and commitment to organizational values.
● Demonstrate effective, values-driven leadership to all Raising Voices staff. .

Requirements
Qualifications
● Master’s degree or equivalent
● At least 15 years work experience with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role, experience in Uganda/East Africa an advantage.

Competencies
● Commitment to and experience in leading with feminist values and shaping and sustaining a diverse, inclusive organizational culture.
● Demonstrated leadership in the fields of VAW and/or VAC prevention and feminist movements.
● Proven track record of fundraising and all aspects of donor relationship management.
● Financial management and oversight of large budgets.
● Strategic visioning and planning with experience growing an organization while ensuring national and global relevance.
● Proven track record of publications (academic or popular) and engagement in international fora.
● Personal integrity and transparency, serving as a role model for others.
● Effective communicator with enthusiasm and willingness to champion Raising Voices’ values.

Benefits
Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and skill.

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