The position is based in Kampala and involves frequent travel within the country and occasional travel in the region. About Suyana Foundation The Suyana Foundation is a Swiss non-profit organization founded in 2003. We design and implement long term, integrated development programmes in Bolivia and Peru and collaborate with trusted local partners in Africa, Switzerland, and beyond. Suyana began its engagement in Africa in 2021 and currently supports several partner-led initiatives, primarily in Rwanda and Uganda. In Uganda, we currently support three projects implemented by local partners, promoting community empowerment through a holistic approach across health, livelihoods, and education. As part of our ambition to strengthen Suyana’s presence in East Africa, particularly in Rwanda and Uganda, we are currently assessing the establishment of a formal local presence in Uganda. This approach allows Suyana to deepen its long-term impact by engaging strategically with government institutions and key stakeholders and by progressively implementing Suyana led activities alongside continued collaboration with existing and potential local partners, where this best serves communities. Until Suyana has established its own office presence, the position will be based in a shared open workspace with a trusted local company in Kampala. Position Summary In close collaboration with the HQ team and the Regional Programmes Manager based in Kampala, the Uganda Country Coordinator contributes to context analyses and supports the development of Suyana’s country programme in line with local and regional needs, as well as Ugandan government and Suyana priorities. The role involves active engagement with key stakeholders across government, public authorities, and the private sector, and, where appropriate, supporting the practical establishment of Suyana’s operational base in Uganda, including legal registration and setup. In addition, the Country Coordinator accompanies and supports local implementing partners,supports the coordination of project implementation and follow up, ensures compliance with Suyana policies and national regulations, and provides hands on financial oversight. The Uganda Country Coordinator will support the Regional Programmes Manager in developing the local network as well as make sure we are constantly updated with the current context in order to take the best decisions possible. Subject to organisational development, successful registration, programme growth, and demonstrated capacity in the role, the position may evolve into a Country Representative function over time. Key responsibilities In the initial phase, the role will focus primarily on partner monitoring and coordination, programme development, and context analysis. Representation and coordination: Together with the Regional Programmes Manager,represent Suyana in Uganda, with a strong focus on building and maintaining astrong and active network of relationships with development partners, government institutions,public authorities, and private sector actors. Programme development: Contribute to shaping Suyana’s Uganda programmes in close coordination with the headquarters team and the Regional Programme Manager Africa based in Kampala. Bring in contextual knowledge, professional experience, and local networks to support stakeholder consultations and local context analysis. Contribute to the development of a programme approach that combines collaboration with local partners with the gradual exploration of own implementation modalities, in line with national priorities and Suyana’s strategic pillars and vision. This programme framework may serve as a basis for the registration and future operational presence of Suyana in Uganda. Office establishment and management: the Country Coordinator will support the establishment of Suyana’s operational presence in Uganda. This includes legal registration, basic office setup, and the implementation of core administrative and financial procedure Once Suyana is legally registered, the role will also ensure timely and compliant reporting to the relevant Ugandan authorities in accordance with national requirements. Partner coordination and MEAL support: Accompany and support local implementing partners throughout project implementation through regular exchange and field follow up. Provide practical guidance on Project Cycle Management, reporting, compliance, financial management and MEAL, including the use of data collection tools such as Kobo. Ensure effective coordination between partners and Suyana, proactively address implementation challenges, and support timely and high-quality delivery. Review, consolidate, and quality check partners reports prior to submission to Suyana headquarters. Contribute to partner assessments and the development of new initiatives. Consultant management: Support the development of terms of reference and coordinate the identification, contracting, and follow up of service providers
