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We are seeking to appoint:

Head of Hub Cymru Africa

Hub Cymru Africa is seeking a thoughtful and experienced leader to guide our partnership into its next chapter.

Location: Hybrid and flexible considered

Salary: £51,802 per annum

Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2027 (with possibility of extension, subject to funding)

Deadline: 13:00 BST Friday 11th of July 2025.

Summary of Head of Hub Cymru Africa role

The Head of Hub Cymru Africa is responsible to the Hub Cymru Africa Partnership Board for leading the effective delivery of a programme of work funded by the Welsh Government and the UK Government. This includes implementing agreed targets on time and within budget, developing detailed activity plans, managing partnership staff, ensuring effective partnership working, and reporting to donors. The post also provides public profile and leadership for the partnership.

The post co-Chairs the Wales Overseas Agencies Group and has a role to play in galvanising the International Development sector in Wales, liaising with international development networks, influencing policy, developing complementary projects, and acting as a spokesperson for the Partnership.

The role is matrix managed with the Independent Chair of the Partnership Board who sets annual objectives and ensures the work meets the objectives of the Partnership, and the CEO of SSAP as the lead partner who provides day-to-day support, including overall employment governance.

 

                             For an application pack and information on the above post, please refer to our website  www.ssap.org.uk 

                             Or email: humanresources@ssap.org.uk for application pack.

                    Please see Job Description and Person's Specification and  Job Application

                           Please note that we do not accept CVs alone and application form will need to be completed.

                          Unfortunately, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role. It is necessary for you to have the legal right to work in the UK when you begin employment with                                  SSAP.  Additionally, as part of the employment offer, you will need to pass background, identity, and employment referencing checks.