Job Title: Country Representative – South Sudan
Organisation: Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD)
Location: Juba, South Sudan
Contract Type: 2 years, unaccompanied (with possible extension)
Closing Date: 28 September 2025
Job Profile
CAFOD, in partnership with Trócaire, is recruiting a Country Representative to lead its work in South Sudan. This role will manage the country strategy, oversee programmes, and represent the organisation with partners, donors, government and international agencies.
The post includes responsibility for managing budgets, staff, partnerships, and risk and security. It also requires ensuring programme quality, safeguarding, and alignment with CAFOD’s values and strategy. The representative will support development, humanitarian and advocacy work, while ensuring compliance with financial and legal standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the development and delivery of CAFOD and Trócaire’s South Sudan strategy.
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Oversee programme quality, safeguarding, and partner relations.
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Manage budgets, resources and donor reporting.
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Represent the organisation with church, civil society, UN, donors and government.
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Ensure security and risk management for staff and visitors.
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Lead the country office and team, ensuring legal and policy compliance.
Requirements
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Strong experience in international development and humanitarian programme management.
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Proven leadership in fragile or complex contexts.
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Solid understanding of donor funding and institutional relationships.
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Experience in financial oversight, risk and security management.
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Excellent communication, representation and partnership skills.
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Ability to travel frequently within South Sudan and occasionally at short notice.
Salary and Benefits
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Starting salary: £46,578
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Plus 10% mobility allowance, 10% pension, £3,000 hardship allowance per year
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Rest and Recuperation every 8 weeks
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Comprehensive medical cover (CIGNA)
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Total package: £58,893.60
Safeguarding
CAFOD is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All staff must uphold safeguarding standards, and recruitment includes checks and reference verification.
How to Apply
Apply online via CAFOD Careers:
👉 Apply Here
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