CARE International is a major humanitarian agency delivering emergency relief and long-term international development projects.
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Country Director
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience10 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldProject Management 
Key Responsibilities:
Staff Management and Human Resources:
- Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and accountability within a multidisciplinary team.
- Inspire and nurture talent, creating opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- Champion a results-oriented culture by setting clear goals and monitoring progress.
- Lead organizational change processes with sensitivity, ensuring staff engagement and buy-in.
- Prioritize succession planning to enhance team resilience and continuity.
Strategic Planning and Implementation:
- Lead the development and execution of CARE Kenya’s multi-year country strategy, aligning with global and regional priorities.
- Conduct regular situational analyses to identify emerging opportunities and challenges.
- Position CARE Kenya as a thought leader in areas such as climate resilience, gender equality, and humanitarian response.
- Develop innovative resource mobilization strategies targeting institutional donors, private sector actors, and philanthropies.
Program Impact and Relevance:
- Ensure programs are evidence-based, locally driven, and responsive to marginalized communities' needs.
- Strengthen partnerships with civil society organizations to co-create solutions and promote local ownership.
- Leverage Kenya’s private sector to design shared-value partnerships addressing development challenges.
- Advocate for systemic changes that address the root causes of poverty and inequality.
- Drive the localization agenda by building the capacity of local organizations and fostering equitable partnerships.
Resource Mobilization, Stewardship, and Operational Viability:
- Execute a diversified resource mobilization strategy targeting institutional donors, private sector, and philanthropic organizations.
- Cultivate relationships with traditional and non-traditional donors to secure sustainable funding.
- Oversee operational systems to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with CARE’s global standards.
- Lead risk management efforts to safeguard resources, mitigate fraud, and ensure legal compliance.
- Strengthen financial sustainability through sound budgeting, cost recovery mechanisms, and financial planning.
Qualifications and Experience:
Strategic and Operational Leadership:
- At least 10 years of senior leadership experience in international development or humanitarian work, preferably in East Africa.
- Proven ability to lead strategy development and execution in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Strong conceptual and analytical skills to navigate dynamic challenges.
Programmatic Expertise:
- Deep understanding of Kenya’s development landscape, including gender inequality, climate resilience, and poverty alleviation.
- Experience designing and scaling evidence-based programs with measurable impact.
Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to CARE on phg.tbe.taleo.net to apply
