Project Director - PlayMatters
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring a senior Project Director for PlayMatters 3.0 in Kampala, Uganda, with travel to Ethiopia and South Sudan, to manage a multi-country education project.
- Role
- Project Director - PlayMatters
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee
- Location
- Kampala, Uganda, with regular travel to Ethiopia and South Sudan
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Project Director for PlayMatters 3.0, a private foundation-funded project in Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Uganda to increase quality educational opportunities for refugee and host community children.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic and technical leadership
- Oversee project delivery
- Ensure activities align with performance framework
- Manage partners/subgrantees
- Report to donor
- Maintain relationships with stakeholders
What it takes
- Advanced degree in international development or related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience managing programs for refugees or crisis-affected populations
- Experience managing large-scale, multi-partner projects
- Experience in East Africa and/or Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Uganda
- Demonstrated success in staff capacity-building
- Excellent communication skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Kampala, Uganda, with regular travel to Ethiopia and South Sudan.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree, 10+ years of experience, experience in East Africa, and excellent communication skills.
How do I apply?
Visit IRC Careers at https://theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Kampala-Uganda/Project-Director---PlayMatters_JR00005018.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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