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1. Strategic Leadership

• Co-lead the development and drive the implementation of SFL Uganda’s 5-Year Strategy and annual operational plans.
• Ensure alignment of programs, systems, and priorities with SFL Australia’s global strategy and values.
• Represent SFL Uganda at senior levels with donors, partners, and government stakeholders, positioning the organization as a credible and trusted development partner.
• Foster a performance-driven, learning-oriented organizational culture.
• Identify and pursue new strategic opportunities, partnerships, and funding streams to support sustainable growth.

2. Program and Impact Leadership

• Provide oversight for the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based education and community development programs.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation across programs in collaboration with department heads and partners.
• Ensure effective planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation systems are in place and functioning well.
• Work closely with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning (MEL) and Research teams to track results, assess impact, and embed data-driven learning into program design and delivery.
• Ensure full compliance with donor, legal, and organizational requirements across all programs.

3. Organisational Leadership and People Management

• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing, accountable senior leadership team.
• Provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and support to department heads and emerging leaders.
• Model integrity, inclusivity, teamwork, and ethical leadership across the organization.
• Collaborate with the Head of Human Resources to strengthen talent management, performance systems, leadership development, and succession planning.
• Drive staff engagement, wellbeing, and a strong organizational operating rhythm aligned to strategic priorities.
• Lead the development and execution of annual organizational objectives and key results (OKRs).

4. Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with national regulations, internal policies, and School for Life Australia governance standards.
• Maintain transparent, timely, and accountable reporting to the SFLU Board, SFLA management, and donors.
• Oversee organizational risk management, internal controls, and audit readiness in collaboration with the Finance and leadership teams.
• Promote strong governance, ethical conduct, and responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
• Hold ultimate responsibility for Board and Committee reporting, including oversight of the Company Secretary and timely preparation of Board papers.

5. Financial and Operational Stewardship

• Provide strategic oversight of financial planning, budgeting, and resource mobilization.
• Ensure long-term financial sustainability through diversified funding and prudent financial management.
• Work closely with the Finance team to ensure compliance, cost control, and high-quality donor reporting.
• Identify operational efficiencies and innovations that enhance value for money and organizational impact.
• Lead and approve the development of the annual organizational budget.

6. External Relations, Partnerships, and Advocacy

• Build and strengthen strategic relationships with donors, government entities, civil society, and community partners.
• Represent School for Life in national, regional, and international forums, networks, and advocacy platforms.
• Enhance SFL’s visibility, credibility, and influence through thought leadership and evidence-based advocacy.
• Maintain strong collaboration and communication with SFL Australia to ensure alignment in strategy, messaging, and impact reporting.

Key Attributes

• Visionary, strategic, and values-driven leader with high ethical standards and integrity.
• Excellent communicator with strong emotional intelligence and the ability to inspire diverse stakeholders.
• Strong commercial, analytical, and decision-making skills with a results-oriented mindset.
• Adaptive, innovative, and solutions-focused in complex and dynamic environments.
• Deep passion for education, community empowerment, and social transformation.