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Director – Partnerships and Programmes job at British Council Uganda | Apply Now
Uganda
The British Council is a renowned international organization dedicated to fostering cultural exchange, education, and opportunities that strengthen relationships and build trust between the UK and other nations. With a solid reputation as a global leader in education and cultural engagement, the British Council is recognized for its positive impact on society, driving change through learning and cultural collaboration.
The organization fosters a supportive work culture that values creativity, innovation, and the personal growth of its employees, offering diverse career opportunities across the world with flexible working arrangements. Established in 1934, the British Council has evolved into a global entity with a presence in over 100 countries, working to promote English language learning, arts, education, and development through innovative initiatives.
The organization’s business model focuses on leveraging its cultural and educational expertise to provide services that contribute to societal development. With a large international workforce and a wide-reaching network, the British Council’s core values of integrity, professionalism, and collaboration guide its operations. Through its corporate social responsibility efforts, it works to improve lives and communities by providing educational resources, advocating for inclusion, and supporting global development initiatives. To learn more about the British Council, visit their website at www.britishcouncil.org.
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13 Jul 2025
Job Title
Director – Partnerships and Programmes job at British Council Uganda
British Council Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Director – Partnerships and Programmes
Company: British Council Uganda
Location: Uganda (with possible travel to Sudan)
Right to Work & Relocation Support
This position is open to applicants globally, including those requiring relocation. The British Council will provide visa and immigration support. Final job offers are contingent on securing the right to work, which is subject to immigration approvals. Relocation support is available as per British Council’s international relocation policy.
Role Context
This role operates within the Cultural Engagement portfolio of the British Council’s Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region, encompassing Arts, Education, English, and Research. The British Council has maintained a presence in Sudan since 1947. Since the 2023 conflict, staff have operated remotely from countries like Uganda and Egypt, continuing impactful programming through local partners and grassroots organisations.
As Director – Partnerships and Programmes, you will play a critical role in driving the British Council’s ambition to re-establish a self-sustaining education and youth employability portfolio in Sudan. You will also lead a dispersed team and work alongside senior leadership to ensure strategic delivery, stakeholder engagement, and programme continuity.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Strategic Leadership
Lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of British Council programmes in Sudan.
Align programme activities with regional/global strategic priorities.
Serve as a key member of the Sudan Country Leadership team, deputising for the Country Director as needed.
Foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture across Sudan, Uganda, and Egypt.
Stakeholder & Partnership Management
Build and manage relationships with government bodies, multilateral agencies, donors, and grassroots organisations.
Represent the British Council in forums like the Local Education Group (LEG) involved with the Global Partnership for Education (GPE).
Position the British Council as a trusted and expert education partner.
Programme & Portfolio Oversight
Lead the Sudan Cultural Engagement portfolio, including donor-funded initiatives.
Ensure all programmes meet British Council standards in quality, safeguarding, and inclusion.
Oversee programme management, reporting, and impact measurement (M&E).
Host regular programme team meetings to monitor deliverables and risk.
Business Development
Identify and pursue new funding and partnership opportunities.
Lead or support technical bid writing and proposal development.
Ensure alignment with global strategy and inclusion policies (EDI and gender transformative programming).
Team & Financial Management
Manage a team of two managers and two coordinators focused on English, School Education, and Youth Employability.
Develop staffing plans and ensure team performance aligns with programme outcomes.
Monitor and report on programme budgets, income, and expenditure.
Support financial audits and ensure compliance with donor and internal policies.
Sector Expertise
Provide thought leadership in English language education, TVET, and youth employability.
Contribute to research, policy discussions, and international forums.
Support inclusive education initiatives in line with British Council standards.
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Essential
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Education, Development, International Relations).
5–10 years of experience in partnerships and programme management.
Proven track record delivering externally funded programmes of at least £2 million.
Experience developing programme proposals and engaging with donors or multilateral agencies.
Strong stakeholder management and leadership of geographically dispersed teams.
Demonstrated experience incorporating monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) into programme delivery.
Desirable
Postgraduate degree or professional qualifications in ELT, Education, or Development.
TEFL-Q or equivalent diploma-level English teaching qualification.
Experience managing teacher education and/or online learning programmes.
Published or presented work in international education conferences.
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking and planning
Stakeholder engagement and relationship-building
Programme and project management
People leadership and team development
Financial and risk management
Cross-cultural communication
Innovation and adaptability
