Purpose
The Regional Director for Africa will serve as the organization’s senior leader, driving revenue growth, fostering strategic partnerships, and expanding Women for Women International’s influence throughout the continent. In this role, the individual will provide direct line management, operational coordination, and executive leadership to Country Directors across the region.
The position enhances WWI’s unified framework by coordinating country strategy, program execution, operational efficiency, and revenue generation across the continent. In this role, the Regional Director, Africa will lead a multi-year regional strategy that integrates philanthropy, institutional grants, corporate collaborations, diaspora contributions, high-net-worth donations, and selected earned-income or investment-aligned ventures.
The Regional Director, Africa will spearhead regional revenue expansion while providing strategic leadership to Country Directors, fostering cross-country synergy, and reinforcing planning rigor and performance accountability. The role also demands proactive identification and management of opportunities and risks in close alignment with Programs, Operations, Finance, Risk, Compliance, and Communications teams.
This position serves as WWI’s key external liaison for Africa, engaging with the Global Revenue Team and other global forums to represent the region. Additionally, the role drives regional partnerships and fosters market development initiatives across the continent.
We seek a dynamic Engagement professional dedicated to fostering meaningful connections and driving active participation. The ideal candidate will excel in developing strategies that enhance audience engagement, ensuring consistent interaction and satisfaction. Responsibilities include designing and implementing engagement initiatives, analyzing participation metrics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align efforts with organizational goals. Requirements encompass a proven track record in engagement strategies, proficiency in data analysis tools, and exceptional communication skills to convey ideas effectively. Experience in a relevant field and a passion for building lasting relationships are essential.
As the leading external ambassador for Women International (WWI) across Africa, you will engage with regional donors, corporate partners, philanthropic networks, intergovernmental organizations, and key strategic alliances to advance the organization’s mission and objectives.
Significantly invest time in cultivating external relationships to secure funding, foster strategic partnerships, and enhance WWI’s presence within the region.
Work in coordination with Country Directors and global counterparts to facilitate cohesive regional planning and implementation.
Consistently collaborate with the CEO, CPP, COO, and other key leadership stakeholders to address regional priorities, assess risks, track performance metrics, and identify required support.
Cultivate and sustain robust connections with African philanthropic, corporate, institutional, and diaspora networks to establish WWI as a trusted and influential regional collaborator.
Oversee and execute a comprehensive range of critical duties, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and operational standards. Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and overall performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, foster innovation, and drive sustainable growth. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify trends, mitigate risks, and optimize resource allocation. Maintain compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and established protocols while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and accountability. Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to team members, empowering them to achieve excellence and contribute to the organization’s long-term success.
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Delivery professional to ensure prompt and accurate transportation of goods to customers. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to operate delivery vehicles safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include loading and unloading packages, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, tracking deliveries, and providing excellent customer service. Experience in a fast-paced delivery environment is preferred, along with strong time management and organizational skills. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, efficient route planning, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Develops and executes strategic initiatives alongside comprehensive planning processes to drive organizational growth and optimize performance. Collaborates across departments to align business objectives with actionable strategies, ensuring efficient resource allocation and sustainable development. Analyzes market trends, competitive landscapes, and internal capabilities to inform data-driven decision-making and long-term vision setting. Monitors progress through key performance indicators, adjusting plans as necessary to maintain competitive advantage and achieve strategic milestones.
Devise and implement a cohesive Africa regional strategy that harmonizes with the Global Revenue Strategy while addressing the unique conditions of each country.
Develop a practical regional strategy by translating global priorities, ensuring alignment with market opportunities, country-specific strategies, program capabilities, and operational preparedness.
Develop and implement annual priorities, objectives, and assessment frameworks to evaluate regional revenue outcomes and facilitate effective leadership coordination among Country Directors.
Contribute to WWI’s revenue goals in Africa by aligning strategies with feasibility, risk mitigation, and local conditions.
Revenue generation, strategic partnerships, and market expansion initiatives form the core responsibilities of this role, requiring a keen focus on driving financial performance, forging key alliances, and identifying opportunities for growth across diverse market segments. The position demands expertise in analyzing market trends, negotiating high-impact deals, and cultivating relationships with stakeholders to enhance competitive positioning and sustainable revenue streams. Additionally, the role entails developing and executing go-to-market strategies, optimizing revenue models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align organizational objectives with market demands. Strong analytical skills, business acumen, and a results-driven mindset are essential to succeed in this dynamic environment.
Spearhead a multi-year strategic initiative focused on revenue generation throughout Africa, encompassing philanthropic endeavors, corporate collaborations, institutional funding avenues, diaspora contributions, and select earned-income ventures.
Develop and oversee a robust regional donor and partner pipeline, prioritizing African philanthropy, corporate social responsibility initiatives, regional institutions, development finance entities, and diaspora networks.
Develop and nurture strategic relationships with influential African high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, regional corporates, and pan-African institutions to uncover and pursue high-value opportunities.
Enhance and broaden Africa’s revenue sources to bolster the region’s resilience and reduce its reliance on conventional donor markets.
Champion WWI’s program offerings and value proposition across the region, delivering a clear, consistent, and compelling message to donors, partners, and external stakeholders alike.
Maintain high standards of stewardship, reporting, and donor engagement across all regional partnerships and revenue streams.
The role involves cultivating and maintaining institutional and regional partnerships, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategic goals. Responsibilities include identifying, negotiating, and formalizing collaborations, as well as monitoring their effectiveness and impact. A strong emphasis is placed on building long-term relationships with key stakeholders, fostering mutual growth, and enhancing operational synergy across diverse regions. The position requires a proactive approach to partnership development, along with the ability to analyze market trends and leverage opportunities to strengthen the organization’s network and influence.
Forge and maintain a robust pipeline of institutional prospects with African development banks, regional organizations, regional donor platforms, and bilateral donors.
Lead or facilitate collaborative efforts with local and national partners to enhance competitiveness, strengthen partnership quality, and build localization credibility.
Oversee that proposals and partnership models adhere to WWI standards, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and the practical realities of country-level delivery.
Build and enhance partnerships with key organizations, including the African Development Bank, African Union system, regional economic communities, and relevant UN agencies and regional platforms.
As a successful applicant, you will generate earned income and drive innovation through strategic initiatives. This role requires a proven ability to identify revenue opportunities and implement inventive solutions to enhance organizational growth. Your responsibilities will include developing new income streams, optimizing existing financial processes, and fostering a culture of creativity and forward-thinking within the team. Strong analytical skills, adaptability, and a passion for continuous improvement are essential to excel in this position.
Develop and expand revenue-generating initiatives and market-driven solutions that align with WWI’s mission, encompassing Village Savings and Loan Associations (SLAs), market systems, curriculum or training offerings, digital solutions, and other innovative, mission-consistent models.
Collaborate with country teams to evaluate, test, and expand revenue-generating strategies that demonstrate robust unit economics and operational viability.
Develop strategic alliances with private sector entities, fintech companies, agribusinesses, and market-linkage platforms across Africa to enhance WWI’s strategic objectives and advance women’s economic empowerment outcomes.
The Country Director is tasked with providing strategic leadership and coordination, overseeing all aspects of operations within the country to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives. This role demands strong leadership skills to guide teams, foster collaboration, and drive performance across various departments. Additionally, the position requires meticulous coordination of resources, stakeholders, and initiatives to optimize efficiency and achieve desired outcomes. Comprehensive experience in leadership, preferably within international or nonprofit sectors, is essential, along with the ability to navigate complex environments and make data-driven decisions.
You will oversee Country Directors across Africa, ensuring their performance aligns with organizational goals while fostering accountability and promoting their professional growth.
Offer tailored coaching, mentoring, and strategic support to Country Directors, with a focus on enhancing leadership capabilities, refining organizational planning, optimizing fundraising initiatives, fostering partnership development, and strengthening cross-functional collaboration.
Enhance collaboration and knowledge exchange among African country offices to foster a cohesive and unified regional strategy.
Proactively identify and escalate critical country-specific risks, dependencies, and support requirements to the appropriate global teams for timely resolution.
Ensure country strategies are effectively aligned with regional opportunities, organizational priorities, and available resources.
Facilitate performance management initiatives, succession planning strategies, and leadership development programs across the Africa region in alignment with PCC’s objectives.
Cross-Functional Integration
Collaborate effectively with the Chief Procurement & Performance Officer (CPP) and Chief Operating Officer (COO) to ensure regional revenue objectives align with program excellence, execution viability, staffing capacity, regulatory adherence, operational preparedness, and financial governance.
Collaborate effectively with Finance, PCC, IT, Risk, Compliance, and Communications teams to ensure robust country and regional implementation.
Deliver consistent, structured forecasting, planning, and performance evaluation processes throughout the entire region.
Foster collaborative approaches to operational efficiency by enhancing synergy between country teams and global functions.
The position is responsible for overseeing governance frameworks, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring responsible management of organizational resources. Key responsibilities include establishing and maintaining policies, conducting risk assessments, and implementing control measures to safeguard company assets. The role requires a strong understanding of regulatory compliance, strategic decision-making, and the ability to collaborate across departments to promote ethical business practices and long-term sustainability. Candidates must possess relevant experience in governance, risk management, or a related field, along with analytical skills and proficiency in risk assessment tools.
Uphold stringent safeguarding protocols, ensure adherence to donor requirements, maintain financial transparency, and foster ethical partnerships throughout the region.
Drive regional risk assessments and elevate critical concerns across markets, partnerships, funding, operations, and delivery.
Foster clear and consistent communication with global leadership regarding developing concerns, mitigation strategies, and necessary assistance.
Exhibit responsible management of donor assets, collaborative relationships, and organizational integrity by making well-considered decisions, maintaining transparent accountability, and escalating issues at the appropriate juncture.
As a thought leader and representative, your primary responsibilities will involve shaping industry perspectives, driving forward key discussions, and elevating the organization’s public presence through authoritative insights and strategic advocacy. The role demands a forward-thinking mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to articulate complex ideas with clarity and impact. You will be expected to contribute to high-level decision-making processes, mentor emerging professionals, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align messaging with organizational goals. This position requires a deep understanding of industry trends, a track record of delivering compelling narratives, and the capacity to influence stakeholders at all levels while maintaining a consistent and respected voice in the field.
Position WWI as a leading authority on women’s economic empowerment, gender equality, financial inclusion, and market-driven strategies throughout Africa.
Represent Women for Women International in regional policy forums, donor gatherings, philanthropic alliances, corporate engagements, and high-level strategic partnerships.
Foster strategic partnerships with international non-governmental organizations (NGOs), domestic non-profits, private sector entities, and academic research institutions to enhance WWI’s regional influence and effectiveness.
Facilitate enhanced visibility, establish thought leadership, and execute strategic communications in collaboration with pertinent global teams.
We cultivate a collaborative work environment by leading and developing high-performing teams, fostering a positive organizational culture, and ensuring alignment with company values and objectives. This role involves mentoring team members, promoting professional growth, and implementing strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction. Additionally, we drive initiatives to strengthen teamwork, communication, and inclusivity while maintaining a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation and accountability thrive.
Develop and guide a high-performing team across the Africa region, ensuring the establishment of clear objectives, measurable accountability, and structured avenues for professional advancement.
Cultivate an environment characterized by high performance, teamwork, continuous learning, and meticulous execution.
Facilitate a clear understanding among country and regional staff regarding the impact of their work on regional outcomes and the overall global organization.
Champion inclusive leadership and cultivate robust cross-functional relationships throughout the Africa region and globally.
Conducts a variety of additional duties as assigned, including but not limited to collaboration on cross-functional projects, participation in professional development initiatives, and adherence to company policies and procedures. May involve occasional travel, overtime, or flexible scheduling to meet operational demands. Supports team objectives through proactive communication and problem-solving, while maintaining a high standard of accountability and reliability in all assigned tasks.
Perform any supplementary tasks as directed by the International Chief Executive Officer.
Uphold the Women for Women International (WWI) Code of Conduct, Safeguarding policies, and core organizational values—Empowerment, Integrity, Respect, and Resilience.
Exemplify the Women for Women International (WWI) leadership principles—namely, decisiveness, accountability, courage, adaptability, and inclusivity—through your actions and decision-making processes.
We seek a candidate with a robust foundation in relevant technical competencies, including specialized knowledge and practical experience in key areas pertinent to the role. The ideal applicant will demonstrate proficiency in essential tools, methodologies, and industry best practices required to perform tasks efficiently and effectively. Additionally, the individual must exhibit strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning to adapt to evolving challenges in the field.
Requirements
All criteria designated as (A) for Application must be explicitly addressed within your covering letter; failure to do so will result in your application being disregarded.
Situated in a designated African nation where the applicant possesses the legal authorization to work, this position requires eligibility based on the employment country’s regulations.
A master’s degree is a mandatory qualification for this role.
A minimum of ten years of senior leadership experience is required, with expertise in fundraising, partnerships, business development, international development, or closely related disciplines.
Proven capability to analyze and communicate donor trends and revenue opportunities across Africa, especially those aligned with WWI’s mission, supported by a strong history of securing at least $5 million annually from diverse donor segments—including corporate entities—for initiatives centered on social impact, with a focus on women’s empowerment.
Proven expertise in market-driven revenue strategies, social enterprise methodologies, or blended finance frameworks, demonstrated through prior professional experience.
Proven expertise in creating and executing strategic partnerships focused on Africa, collaborating with both regional and international development organizations, and delivering measurable results.
Accomplished in directing multi-country initiatives across Africa, with expertise spanning strategic formulation, budgetary preparation, revenue projection, personnel supervision, financial documentation, and cross-office coordination.
Engagement in networks and strategic forums dedicated to women’s rights and economic empowerment is essential.
Demonstrated success in obtaining substantial funding from philanthropists, corporations, foundations, institutions, or strategic partners across Africa or similar regions.
Demonstrates a comprehensive grasp of African philanthropic ecosystems, current corporate CSR trends, diaspora giving patterns, and institutional funding landscapes.
Proven track record in formulating and executing multi-year strategies that drive measurable growth.
Experienced in guiding teams, mentoring employees, and cultivating leadership capabilities.
Proven ability to cultivate strong relationships, engage in successful negotiations, and represent the organization effectively to external stakeholders.
Fluent proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Familiarity with additional African languages would be beneficial.
Demonstrated dedication to advancing women’s rights, fostering gender equality, and upholding ethical fundraising practices.
Open to traveling both regionally and internationally as needed.
This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Employees enjoy generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays, along with flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Additional perks include professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to foster both personal and career growth.
We provide a highly competitive compensation package, adjusted for geographic location, reflecting both local market conditions and individual experience levels.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
10 years
