Be responsible for designing, delivering, and scaling leadership programs in the Africa region, with opportunities for global work as well. Examples of initiatives could look like:

Design and deliver an Executive Leadership Program in Africa to support senior leaders to grow their leadership capacities (e.g., navigating conflict, lead organizational culture)

Coach senior leaders in a 1:1 setting or in peer coaching groups to challenge limiting mindsets, develop new leadership capacities, and unlock their full potential

Support our network partner organizations in Africa to pilot new ways of working (e.g., non-hierarchical, agile, collaborative) that foster collective leadership

Contribute to scaling our global suite of leadership programs that grow equity-centered & trauma-informed leadership within the Africa region

Collaborate with our Global  Learning Lab to grow the leadership of thousands of teachers across our network in line with our latest research from transformational classrooms

Day-to-day responsibilities may include:

Partnering with others across the organization (e.g., regional teams) to diagnose the top leadership needs of key stakeholders (e.g., CEOs, senior leaders, managers)

Serving as a leadership coach for senior leaders

Co-designing the vision & scope for new leadership development programs

Facilitating in-person and virtual workshops

Leading project teams to manage the delivery of  in-person & online leadership programs from ideation to execution (e.g., design, develop, deliver, evaluate)

Engaging with colleagues on the Global Leadership Accelerator team to share insights, continually learn together, and strengthen the impact of the Accelerator

Candidate Profile: 

You will show demonstrated strengths in many of the areas below, and will also be able to provide an honest self-assessment of where you need further support.

• At least 10-15 years of experience in management or leadership development and/or organizational development; proven track record of diagnosing & solving complex problems; experience working in entrepreneurial environments is highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience working with and coaching senior leaders and/or leading teams
• Additional experience in one or more of the following areas will be highly preferable: adult learning & development, systems leadership, community organizing, diversity, equity & inclusion, agile or adaptive leadership, classroom and/or school leadership
• Expertise in designing and facilitating in-person and online learning experiences
• Self-starter with superior project management skills who is able to manage across multiple streams of work; thrives in a high-energy, entrepreneurial, and constantly evolving environment
• Strong relationship management skills; able to work collaboratively and flexibly with colleagues globally, including a high volume of virtual engagement (i.e., conference calls, social media, virtual collaboration tools) and regular calls during non-traditional working hours
• Experience with ways of working that center diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, and fosters the leadership of all staff members
• Exemplifies Teach For All’s core values and a commitment to Teach For All’s mission:
  • Reflects a sense of possibility in mindset and vision
  • Believes in the value of being locally rooted and globally informed
  • Drives toward constant learning and improvement
  • Convinced of the necessity of diversity and inclusiveness in our work
  • Believes in the interdependence between us and our partners in solving this global problem
• Based in Africa, or significant experience working and living in Africa required
• Willingness and ability to reside and work (authorization) in region long-term required

What Teach For All Offers:

• Commitment to cultivating a culture in which all staff members feel they belong, are valued for their contributions, and have an impact on our organization’s progress
• Professional and personal development experiences and ample opportunities to make a positive impact on the work of Teach For All and beyond
• Comprehensive benefits package designed for your well-being and work-life needs
• All roles are 100% remote; in some locations we offer the option for in-office collaborations
• Generous time off and flexible work arrangements
• And much more!