Job Description
At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non-traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career at CARE.
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Strategic Leadership & Execution
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Lead the development and delivery of CARE Burundi’s multi-year strategy aligned to global and national priorities
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Drive organizational transformation, innovation, and adaptive programming
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Strengthen strategic foresight and resilience through data-driven decision-making
People Leadership & Culture
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Inspire and lead a diverse team, fostering a culture of inclusion, accountability, and high performance
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Build leadership pipelines, support talent development, and embed continuous learning
Resource Mobilization & External Representation
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Secure and diversify funding through institutional, private sector, and innovative financing streams
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Position CARE as a trusted partner with donors, government, and key stakeholders
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Represent CARE at the highest levels, influencing policy and development agendas
Operational Excellence & Risk Management
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Ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations
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Oversee financial sustainability, risk management, and safeguarding
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Maintain strong systems that deliver quality programs on time and within budget
Program Quality & Impact
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Champion innovative, evidence-based, and community-led programming
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Strengthen localization and partnerships to scale impact
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Ensure delivery of high-quality programs with measurable outcomes
Professional Qualifications
| Industry | Qualification |
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| Strategic Planning | Required Qualifications: 1. Minimum of 6–8 years of senior leadership experience in the international development or humanitarian sector, with accountability for strategy, operations, people, and financial performance. 2. Proven experience leading organizational strategy, complex operations, and high-performing teams in multicultural and dynamic environments. 3. Strong leadership and people management skills, with demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and inspire diverse teams to deliver results. 4. Demonstrated experience managing complex budgets, ensuring donor compliance, financial stewardship, and audit readiness. 5. Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to lead effectively in complex and evolving contexts. 6. Proven ability to build partnerships and foster a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement. 7. Fluent communication in both English and French Preferred Qualifications: - Master's Degree in related field |