Senior Associate, East Africa Fellows Program at Acumen

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Status: Expired
Category: Software Development
Posted: Feb 28, 2026
Expired on: May 29, 2026
Work style: On-site

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About the Role

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 :

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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
Permanently authorized to work in Nairobi, Kenya

This job has expired on May 29, 2026 and is no longer accepting applications.

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