Operations · Full-time
Direct employerAssociate Director/Director - East and Southern Africa
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About this role
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Role overview
IDinsight is hiring an Associate Director or Director to lead their work in East and Southern Africa from their Nairobi office. This role suits experienced leaders passionate about development who have over 10 years of experience using data and evidence to improve social impact. The position involves strategic leadership and client engagement in a nonprofit setting focused on social impact.
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What you will do
- Develop and lead high-impact initiatives that use data and evidence to drive social change.
- Lead, mentor, and guide project teams while ensuring research quality, ethics, and budget adherence.
- Act as a thought leader and trusted advisor by advocating for data-driven reforms and engaging with senior leaders and public forums.
- Contribute to regional strategy development and execution alongside other senior leaders.
- Support organisational development including recruitment, onboarding, and performance reviews.
- Exemplify the organisation's mission and values in all professional activities.
Requirements
- Passion for development and social impact aligned with IDinsight's mission.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with governments, foundations, and non-profits.
- Experience in thought leadership and advocacy on social or technical issues.
- Fluency in data and evidence tools such as impact evaluations, surveys, monitoring systems, or machine learning.
- Leadership skills in a dynamic, multicultural, values-based environment.
- Entrepreneurial attitude and adaptability to growth and change.
- Strong intellectual curiosity and sense of humour.
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally and work with remote colleagues.
- At least 10 years of experience using data and evidence to improve social impact.
- Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctoral) preferably in public policy, economics, public administration, international development, business, or public health.
- Excitement to work across multiple development sectors.
Benefits
The role offers competitive compensation and benefits suitable for the global development sector, including comprehensive international health insurance, mental health coverage, paid leave, relocation support, travel and technology stipends, and a professional development budget. The employer notes compensation will not match private-sector levels.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official application page by submitting a CV and a cover letter. The cover letter should explain your motivation for working at IDinsight and your suitability for the role. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The employer has not published a closing date.