Deputy Executive Director

Advocate for Community Development and Environmental Protection (ACODEP)

Contract Expires In -2 weeks Kampala Duty Station - Kampala Bachelor's Degree 1 year experience NGO Management

Job Details

Advocate for Community Development and Environmental Protection (ACODEP) is recruiting for an upcoming multi-sectoral initiative focused on women's participation in environmental peacebuilding, climate action, GBV/SGBV prevention, human rights protection, and environmental justice. The Deputy Executive Director will support the Executive Director in providing strategic leadership, programme oversight, organisational development, and effective implementation of ACODEP's programmes and initiatives. This is a 1-position, 2-Year Renewable Contract based in Kampala. Work Hours: 8.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Support the Executive Director in strategic planning and organisational leadership
Oversee implementation of programmes and organisational priorities
Coordinate senior management and ensure effective collaboration across departments
Monitor programme performance, outputs, and organisational targets
Support resource mobilisation, donor engagement, and partnership development
Represent ACODEP in meetings, networks, forums, and stakeholder engagements
Strengthen relationships with government agencies, development partners, communities, and civil society organisations
Promote gender equality, environmental protection, human rights, and inclusive programming
Support organisational policy development and compliance
Provide guidance to programme and technical teams
Monitor organisational risks and support appropriate mitigation
Contribute to preparation of reports, proposals, budgets, and strategic documents
Promote accountability, transparency, and effective use of organisational resources

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Public Administration, Management, or a related field
Significant experience in NGO/programme management and organisational leadership
Strong knowledge of development programming and stakeholder engagement
Excellent leadership, communication, coordination, and strategic-planning skills
Experience working with donors and development partners is an advantage
ACODEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified women and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are strongly encouraged to apply