IMPACT Initiatives is hiring a Country Representative to lead its humanitarian and development work in South Sudan. The role is based in Juba and will oversee all operations, staff, partnerships, and strategy in the country.
Deadline to Apply: 27 June 2025
Start Date: September 2025
Contract End: September 2026
Location: Juba, South Sudan
About IMPACT Initiatives
IMPACT is a Geneva-based international NGO started in 2010. It provides data and research to help humanitarian and development actors make better decisions. The organisation works closely with ACTED, a global NGO, which provides field-level operational support.
IMPACT operates three key programmes:
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REACH – for emergency data collection and analysis
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PANDA – for improving programme design, monitoring, and evaluation
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AGORA – for supporting local-led recovery and development in crisis-hit communities
IMPACT has worked in South Sudan since 2012 and supports humanitarian responses with up-to-date, reliable data that aid agencies and local partners use to plan and act quickly.
About the Role
The Country Representative will:
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Lead the IMPACT South Sudan team and operations
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Represent IMPACT to donors, UN agencies, NGOs, and partners
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Develop and manage programmes, strategy, and fundraising
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Oversee budgeting and financial reporting
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Ensure staff recruitment, training, and safety
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Maintain data protection, accountability, and compliance standards
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Work closely with ACTED, which hosts IMPACT in South Sudan
The Country Representative reports to IMPACT’s regional office in Geneva and ACTED’s Country Director in Juba.
What You Need
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Master’s degree in a relevant subject (e.g. International Relations, Social Sciences)
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At least 5 years of experience in humanitarian or development organisations
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Experience in leading diverse international teams
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Good communication and reporting skills
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Knowledge of humanitarian systems and research work
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Ability to work independently and under pressure
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Fluent in English
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Comfortable working in high-risk environments
Pay and Benefits
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Salary: CHF 4,740–4,800/month (approx. USD 5,290–5,360) before tax
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Monthly allowance: USD 500
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Accommodation and meals in ACTED guesthouse
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Private pension and health insurance
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Annual leave: 36 days
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Flight tickets every 6 months
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R&R after 3 months (USD 500 ticket + USD 200 allowance)
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Visa fees covered
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Baggage support (23kg to 100kg)
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Induction training in Geneva and Paris (includes security training)
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Mental health support: up to EUR 1,000/year for counselling
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Not a family duty station
How to Apply
Apply before 27 June 2025. The position starts in September 2025. This role offers a chance to lead important humanitarian work and support the people of South Sudan during a time of need.
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