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About the Organisation
Sinapis is a Christian organization that equips entrepreneurs to grow companies that change the world. Our mission is to make disciples and alleviate poverty through the power of entrepreneurship. We serve entrepreneurs in emerging and frontier market nations and help grow Kingdom businesses by blending intensive business training with advisory services and access to capital. These entrepreneurs learn to scale their business while making a social, spiritual, and environmental impact in their community.
We have trained over 10,000 entrepreneurs, and our services are offered in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ghana, Liberia, Egypt, Brazil, Mongolia, Mexico, Mozambique, Moldova, Cameroon, Guatemala, and Honduras. As Sinapis continues to expand, a key part of our strategy is to continue to develop a best-in-class faith-driven entrepreneurship ecosystem in East Africa. We are also working to equip other organizations and networks around the world with our training programs, toolkits, and systems.
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Kampala, Uganda
Sinapis is a global social enterprise founded in 2010 with the mission to empower entrepreneurs in emerging markets by providing them with the tools, training, and support needed to build scalable, sustainable businesses that honor ethical principles and create lasting impact. Operating across Africa, Latin America, and Asia, Sinapis has established a strong reputation for integrating rigorous business training with values-based leadership development, earning recognition for its innovative approach to entrepreneurship.
The organization fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, emphasizing continuous learning and personal growth, and offers diverse job opportunities with flexible arrangements to accommodate a global team. Since its inception, Sinapis has evolved from a single training program to a multifaceted organization offering a range of services, including the Entrepreneur Academy, Fast Track Accelerator, and an extensive alumni network that provides ongoing mentorship and access to capital. With a lean team and a presence in over 15 countries, Sinapis leverages a hybrid business model that combines nonprofit initiatives with sustainable revenue streams to maximize impact.
Guided by core values of integrity, excellence, and servant leadership, Sinapis is committed to corporate social responsibility through initiatives that promote economic development, job creation, and ethical business practices. For more information, visit their official website at www.sinapis.org.
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Job Title
Associate Director job at Sinapis
Sinapis
Job Description
Role level: Associate Director
Reports to: Managing Director of Operations
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Employment type: 24-month contract, salaried, full-time, with possibility of extension to permanent contract
The Uganda Country Manager is an experienced business professional who possesses a proven track record in creating a clear and coherent country strategy, overseeing positioning and growth. This is a self-motivated strategic leader who will oversee and maintain quality program delivery, establish and enforce organizational standards, report progress and outcomes, and ensure the smooth operation of the local office while fostering a healthy team environment.
How to Apply
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
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Please only submit your application directly on sinapis.org/careers. You must include a PDF resume and a one-page cover letter that sufficiently addresses the following:
What motivated you to apply for this role?
Sinapis is a Christian organization with a mission of making disciples and alleviating poverty through the power of entrepreneurship. Briefly describe what this mission means to you.
In your own words, what will make this Uganda Country Manager successful?
What else would you like to share with us as we consider your application? (You may discuss expected constraints, personal circumstances, professional aspirations, or anything else you feel would be relevant for the hiring committee to consider).
We are excited to read your cover letter. Please note that applications without the required materials will not be considered.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Lead Uganda market strategy development planning in collaboration with the Director of East Africa Sales & Strategic Partnerships
Identify, procure, and oversee the design works of a new Sinapis office space that will fit the team and partners in a co-work expense-sharing arrangement
Speak about Sinapis programs at in-market events and conferences to garner interest for the program
Oversee and maintain quality program delivery by maintaining organizational standards and reporting the progress and outcomes of entrepreneurs and institutional partners for monitoring and evaluation purposes
Manage the Uganda operational budget and report back to the East Africa Finance Manager on the state of financials when requested
Manage legal requirements and permits for the Uganda office, with support from the East Africa Finance Manager
Hire, train, and manage Uganda staff members, overseeing development and performance while fostering a healthy culture
Demonstrate the Sinapis core values of being relational, excellent, joyful, open-handed, innovative, Christ-centered, eager to serve, and a wise steward (REJOICES)
Lean forward to meeting other needs of your manager and team as anticipated or assigned
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You have a great education and have excelled in professional environments so far
You are a follower of Christ and have a healthy relationship with Him
You are energetic, hardworking, and willing to go the extra mile to complete an assignment
You are humble and have a teachable spirit
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Either an undergraduate or graduate degree in business administration or a related field from a top school with a solid understanding of business both academically and practically
At least 7 years of work experience in business with a track record of handling or acquiring new partners and general process improvement, with preference for experience in entrepreneurship, management consulting, NGO management, or sales and operations
A heart for our mission and a passion for alleviating poverty through private-sector development
Expert knowledge in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
Strong character and integrity
Solid understanding of adult learning principles and ability to train and engage a classroom effectively
Work history that demonstrates proactivity, problem solving, creativity and organization
Knowledge of startup and SME entrepreneurship ecosystem in Uganda
Ability to thrive and deliver results as required with little supervision
Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels, including personnel management and partnership building, in both written and verbal communication
Ability to manage multiple work streams at once
Willingness to tackle any task required, regardless of whether it is outside the direct job description
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Deep, fulfilling impact. You will help fuel the growth of a mission impacting hundreds of thousands of lives economically, socially, spiritually, and environmentally.
World-class experience. We work at the leading edge of entrepreneurship training and acceleration in frontier markets, and you’ll gain excellent experience in enterprise solutions to poverty.
Unique professional experiences, development, and mentorship opportunities.
