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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Are you looking for Administrative jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Chief Executive Officer job at Kakira Outgrowers Development Fund (KORD)
Established in August 2005, the Kakira Outgrowers Rural Development Fund (KORD) is a non-profit organization formed as a joint venture between Kakira Sugar Limited (KSL) and the Busoga Sugarcane Growers Association (BSGA). KORD's mission is to enhance the quality of life for communities within a 50-kilometer radius of Kakira Sugar Limited by investing in infrastructure and social services.
The initiative has garnered recognition, notably winning awards for being the best African NGO-business development partnership. KORD's work culture emphasizes community development and accountability, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals. It offers job opportunities in various sectors, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure development, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Since its inception, KORD has invested over UGX 8 billion in sectors such as education, health, water and sanitation, and economic strengthening. The fund operates primarily in the Busoga region, impacting communities in districts like Jinja, Mayuge, Luuka, Iganga, and Kamuli. KORD's core values focus on improving livelihoods through sustainable development, community involvement, and mutual respect. For more information, visit their official website at https://www.kordfund-ug.org/.
Chief Executive Officer job at Kakira Outgrowers Development Fund (KORD)
KORD
Kakira Outgrowers Development Fund (KORD) ❘ Experience, Skills and competencies:
is an NGO and an innovative partnership between Kakira Sugar Ltd and the Busoga Sugarcane Growers Association (BSGA) that manages the identification and delivery of infrastructure projects and financial services to Outgrowers communities.
KORD's initial focus is on (1) facilitating the provision of loans to Outgrower farmers; (ii) investing in healthcare facilities; (iii) investing in road infrastructure, and (iv) investing in projects to diversify the activities of Outgrower farmers.
We seek to recruit a dynamic, competent, and experienced Ugandan national for the post of Chief Executive Officer
Reporting to KORD's Board (consisting of Sugar Factory and Outgrowers representatives), who will have overall responsibility for the initiative; and
Developing a strategy for KORD that sets out the organization's approach to meet Out grower's and community needs;
Providing day-to-day operational leadership for the organization, including managing 2-4 professionals, raising finance from donors and government
Project selection and implementation.
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University degree in Administration, Engineering, Finance, Agricultural or Social Sciences, or other relevant fields.
Five years of professional work experience as a Senior Manager in the civil society, private or public sector, ideally within the infrastructure industry within Uganda
Excellent leadership, communication, presentational, and negotiating skills;
Excellent command of spoken and written English. Fluency in the local language would be an added advantage.
Versatility, judgment, maturity, and the ability to work both on the team and independently. • Have a good reputation and credibility with Local Government officials, as well as the community as a whole.
Experience in the agribusinesses within Uganda would be an added advantage. Age: Above 40 years
Send your application with the CV and academic documents as an attachment to
email: ghrm@madhvani.org with the position in the subject line and addressed to:
Group Human Resource Manager
Madhvani group
P.O. Box 121, Jinja - Uganda
Tel: 0414 444 000
