INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
About the Organization
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is an international non-profit, non-governmental organization with its Head Office in Tokyo, Japan, and its Strategic Partnership Office (SPO) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Country Offices in Ethiopia, Uganda, Mali, and Nigeria. SAA envisions supporting Africa to fulfill its aspirations of building resilient and sustainable food systems by catalyzing knowledge sharing with African farmers and enabling food, nutrition, and income security as its mission. The mission is guided by SAA's three strategic pillars: Regenerative Agriculture, Nutrition-sensitive Agriculture, and Market-Oriented Agriculture.
About the position
SAA seeks a qualified Ethiopian national to fill the Deputy Country Director (DCD) position for its Ethiopia Office, based in Addis Ababa. The DCD will have the overall strategic and operational responsibility for SAA staff, programs, and execution of its mission. The DCD also assists Country Director (CD) in overseeing the development of strategic partnerships, fundraising, and communications reports. The DCD reports technically and administratively to the CD.
Expected Roles
Compensation: SAA provides a competitive salary package and is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender teamwork and respect for diversity.
Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Qualifications & Required Expertise:
Knowledge and experience in organizational management, project management coordination, and management skills