German Doctors is searching for a Country Representative in Uganda to act as the key focal point between German Doctors Bonn (Head Quarter) and its Ugandan partner organisations, fostering smooth cooperation, ensuring high-quality project implementation, and identifying opportunities for strategic programme development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Communication

• Act as the primary liaison between German Doctors headquarters and Ugandan partner organisations.
• Coordinate regular meetings with project teams and support visits by headquarters staff and donors.
• Represent German Doctors and build strong relationships with partners, government institutions, NGOs and donors.

2. Project Development, Compliance and Risk Management

• Support existing projects and develop strategic proposals for new initiatives.
• Coordinate donor-funded projects and identify opportunities for programme expansion.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, child protection, anti-corruption and gender equality standards.
• Build partner capacity and manage operational, financial and reputational risks.

3. Establishment of Projects in Uganda

• Conduct needs assessments and identify suitable partners for new projects.
• Identify fundraising opportunities and strengthen government and NGO networks.
• Support strategic planning and explore opportunities for sustainable programme expansion.

4. Supervision, Monitoring and Financial Management

• Oversee project implementation, financial management and donor compliance.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation systems to track project performance.
• Conduct regular field supervision visits and coordinate patient satisfaction surveys.

5. Documentation and Reporting

• Establish reporting systems for partner organisations.
• Collect, analyse and verify project data.
• Consolidate partner reports and submit regular updates to German Doctors headquarters.

Location: Kampala, Uganda Organisation: German Doctors e.V.

Employment Type: Full-time

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• University degree; Master’s degree preferred in health management, global and/or public health, health administration, project management, international development or a related field.
• At least five years experience in development cooperation in a senior leadership position, with responsibility for:
• Managing donor-funded projects/programmes

• Project coordination
• Monitoring and controlling of finances
• Monitoring & Evaluation/data management
• Intercultural cooperation
• Experience in the medical sector is an asset.
• Adherence to the highest standards of integrity and professional behaviour at all times.
• Experience in networking and cooperation with government and non-governmental stakeholders.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills: a credible, culturally sensitive communicator able to work with a wide variety of people and partners from different cultural backgrounds.
• Able to travel up to 40% of the time to remote field locations.
• Proficiency in English, written and spoken, with good presentation skills.
• Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, internet)
  HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements should apply via this link:

https://reedsafricaconsult.com/jobs/579

Email Subject: Country Representative

Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Contract Duration: 1-year renewable contract

Reports To: GD Project Officer, Headquarters (Bonn)

Advert Opening Date: 01 October 2026

Application Deadline: 14 October 2026