Country Director, Rwanda

About the role

CBM, an international development organisation working to improve the lives of persons with disabilities, is looking for a Country Director for Rwanda. You will manage the organisation's operations and lead a country programme with an operational scope typically between USD 3 and 10 million, ensuring quality delivery across all stages of programme development and implementation.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver CBM's Disability and Inclusive Development work in the country.
• Lead the development and implementation of the Country Plan and its operational requirements, aligned with the Federation strategy.
• Ensure strong financial discipline in the Country Office and meet operational and financial reporting requirements with partners.
• Identify programme opportunities and promote the vision and Country Plan to external stakeholders.
• Represent CBM to partners, governments, donors, media and communities, and coordinate the Board and the Annual General Assembly in line with Rwandan regulations and CBM policies.
• Establish and maintain a high-quality workforce.

Required profile

• At least 10 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior management role in an INGO or international development organisation, preferably in disability, development or related sectors.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and oversight of complex programmes and projects.
• Demonstrated success in advocacy, partnership development, alliance building and influencing policy change.
• Identification with the Christian values and mandate of CBM.

Required skills

• Financial management: budgeting, financial controls, compliance and institutional grant management.
• Organisational development, change management and capacity building.
• People leadership: coaching, team development, delegation, performance management and conflict resolution in multicultural settings.
• Communication, representation and stakeholder engagement with donors and government authorities.

What we offer

• A meaningful position with creative freedom in a leading organisation in disability-inclusive development.
• A fair salary and other social benefits based on local conditions.
• An agile, collegial team with a strong team spirit.

Applications are made exclusively online through the applicant portal, with a letter of motivation, CV and work references.