Director Job at The Refugee Law Project

The Refugee Law Project (RLP) is an outreach project of the School of Law, Makerere University. Our Mission is to empower asylum seekers, refugees, deportees, IDPs, and host communities to enjoy their human rights and lead dignified lives. The Refugee Law Project has a wide physical presence with 13 offices in the different parts of the country including Kampala, Hoima, Mbarara, Gulu, Kitgum, Nakivale, Kyangwali, Kiryandongo, Lamwo, Adjumani, Yumbe, Arua and Moyo.

For the fulfilment of its mandate, the Refugee Law Project now seeks to fill the position of a Director:

Job Summary:
The Director works with key stakeholders in setting the strategic direction of RLP and oversees multiple simultaneous impact evaluations in a range of programs. The position requires the provision of leadership for the Refugee Law Project through evidence-based advocacy and practice in Psychosocial, Legal and public policy for forced migrants and close interaction with academic researchers, donors, and local government agencies.

Responsible for overall strategic planning, revenue generation, financial management, organizational development, human resources, research and staff management, and program operations.

The Director will work under the supervision of the Principal School of Law and has the responsibility of reporting to the School of Law board, and maintaining a good working relationship between the Refugee Law Project and the School of Law.

Key Responsibilities
● Strategy and Planning
● Organizational Management
● Governance
● Knowledge Production
● Fund Development and Management
● Public Relations/Advocacy
● Program and Project Development and Implementation
● Mitigate and Manage Risks

Interested candidates must apply through the link Click Here to Apply

The deadline for receiving applications is 25th October 2022.