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Location: Kampala, Uganda (with frequent travel to field locations and internationally)
Reporting to: Regional Director, French-Speaking Africa and the Great Lakes
Contract Type: Fixed-term, 2 years (with probation period and possibility of extension)
Eligibility: Should have right to work in Uganda.
Job Purpose
Are you a strategic, values-driven leader passionate about sustainable development and humanitarian impact?
LM International is seeking an experienced Country Director (CD) to provide overall strategic direction, leadership, and oversight of the Uganda Country Programme. The CD will ensure high-quality programme delivery, strong partnerships, sound financial and organisational management, and the continued growth and impact of LM International’s work in Uganda. This senior leadership role combines strategy, external representation, programme excellence, resource mobilisation, and team leadership, all grounded in LM International’s Christian values, vision, and code of conduct. The role requires deep expertise in Aid & Trade, development–humanitarian integration, and innovative programme design, particularly as LM Uganda’s largest programme is anchored in Aid & Trade and operates within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. The portfolio is strategically positioned within a nexus framework, integrating both development and humanitarian objectives to maximise impact.
About LM International (Läkarmissionen)
LM International (Läkarmissionen) is a Swedish global foundation dedicated to saving lives and empowering people. Established in 1958, LM International is grounded in Christian values and guided by the vision: “Dignified Life – Sustainable World.”
We conduct international development cooperation and humanitarian aid in around 20 countries, primarily in Africa and Latin America, as well as Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Our operations include a Global Office in Stockholm, mobilisation offices in Stockholm, New York, and Oslo, regional hubs in Panama City, Dubai, and Nairobi, and multiple country offices across sub-Saharan Africa and Ukraine.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership and Programme Oversight
Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the Uganda Country Programme in line with LM International’s vision, mission, core values, and global strategy
Ensure highquality programme design, implementation, monitoring, learning, and adaptation
Drive innovation, learning, and documentation across programmes to strengthen impact and sustainability
Support programmes aligned to the Aid & Trade model and nexus approach, integrating development and humanitarian objectives.
2. Representation, Coordination, and External Relations
Act as the official representative and spokesperson of LM International in Uganda
Lead national coordination and stakeholder dialogue, including participation in government, UN, donor, NGO, and civil society coordination fora
Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, national and international partners, faithbased actors, private sector actors, innovators, and communities
Promote the visibility, credibility, and values of LM International at national and international levels
3. Growth, Resource Mobilisation, and Partnerships
Lead the identification and development of new strategic and innovative programme opportunities
Secure funding through the preparation, review, and submission of high-quality funding proposals and concept notes to institutional and private donors
Strengthen and diversify the donor and partnership base, both locally and internationally
4. Financial Management and Compliance
Ensure sound financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial control across all projects and operations
Ensure compliance with donor, government, and organisational financial and audit requirements
Oversee timely and accurate financial, narrative, and compliance reporting
5. Organisational Leadership and People Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse and high performing Senior Management Team
Oversee recruitment, performance management, capacity development, and staff wellbeing
Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe organisational culture aligned with LM International’s values
Ensure staff health, safety, security, and risk management systems are in place and functional
6. Reporting and Accountability
Ensure regular reporting to the Regional Director, including strategic updates, quarterly reports, and risk assessments
Uphold accountability to communities, partners, donors, and LM International standards and policies
Essential Requirements
Advanced degree in Development Studies, International Relations, Human Rights, Public Administration, or a relevant technical field linked to LM International’s thematic priorities.
10 years’ experience working in international NGOs, with senior leadership or country level management experience
Proven experience in strategic planning, programme development, implementation, and oversight
Extensive experience with institutional donors, such as Sida, DANIDA, EU, FCDO, BMZ/GIZ, ECHO, or similar
Strong experience in resource mobilisation, proposal writing, donor reporting, and partnership development
Solid understanding and practical experience in:
Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
Human RightsBased Approach (HRBA)
Localization and the Grand Bargain
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)
Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, financial oversight, and donor compliance
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage diverse, multidisciplinary teams
Experience acting as official spokesperson and engaging with national and social media
High proficiency in Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and digital working tools
Fluency in written and spoken English (knowledge of local languages in Uganda is an asset)
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), education, FSL and health programming
Experience working with faith-based organisations grounded in Christian values
Experience using Lime CRM or similar donor/partner management systems
Personal Attributes
Strong alignment with LM International’s Christian values and code of conduct
Strategic, solution oriented, and resilient leadership style
High integrity, cultural sensitivity, and diplomacy
Strong communication, negotiation, and representation skills
Why Join LM International?
Be part of a global non-profit faith-based foundation committed to sustainable development, humanitarian aid and global impact in the most fragile environments.
Work in a collaborative and dynamic international environment with passionate professionals.
Work in a meaningful and impactful role with the opportunity to shape and lead a key function within LM’s global operations.
Please note:
We review applications on an ongoing basis and may fill the position before the application deadline. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
As part of our recruitment process, we use Predictive Index to ensure the best match between candidates and the role. All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and relevant background checks. LM international also takes part in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, which allows us to request information from previous employers regarding any findings or ongoing investigations related to sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures.
Last day to submit your application: 2nd March 2026.
For any questions about the position that are not already addressed in this description, please email [email protected] and make sure to use the subject line: “Question about the ” Country Director, Uganda*”.*
We warmly welcome your application!
How to apply
https://lminternational.bamboohr.com/careers/100