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Senior Associate, East Africa Fellows Program at Acumen

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  • Job ID 1015565
  • Experience  6 Years
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor

Job Description

The Senior Associate will support program delivery, facilitation, outreach, recruitment, and operations for the Climate-Focused Fellowship Program in East Africa.This role will work closely with Fellows, Acumen Academy’s West Africa teams, and external partners to ensure high-quality program execution from recruitment through graduation. The position reports directly to the East Africa Program Lead.The ideal candidate is a self-starter, highly detail-oriented, and energized by working in a fast-paced environment while supporting meaningful learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities :

Program Delivery & Facilitatiom

  • Support the training and facilitation of the Climate Fellowship Program
  • Co-deliver fellowship seminars and learning experiences (online and in-person)
  • Collaborate with Curriculum and Training teams to provide feedback and continuously improve the Fellowship experience

Outreach, Recruitment & Selection

  • Lead and execute outreach and recruitment strategies for the Climate Fellowship
  • Build and manage strong recruitment pipelines in collaboration with partners and ecosystem actors
  • Coordinate the end-to-end Fellow selection process

Program Operations

  • Manage fellowship logistics, timelines, communications, and documentation
  • Coordinate all program activities from recruitment through to graduation
  • Ensure efficient and high-quality program operations across all phases of delivery

Program Reporting

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date data on fellowship activities, participation, and engagement
  • Support the preparation of grant reports, impact reports, and other program documentation as needed
  • Update and maintain program reporting tools

Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in program delivery and management, preferably within leadership development or related fields
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex programs with strong attention to detail
  • Experience working in fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholders
  • Strong Excel and data management skills, including tracking and reporting on program data
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with internal teams and external partners
  • Ability to prioritize effectively and manage competing deadlines
  • Experience designing, executing, and facilitating online and in-person events
  • Familiarity with social entrepreneurs and the social impact ecosystem in East Africa
  • Self-reflective and strongly aligned with Acumen’s values

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