We are looking for two highly motivated individuals who are excited about African feminisms and embrace African women’s diversity, to join our team as Funded Initiative Coordinators.

1. Funded Initiative Coordinator, Leading From the South

Are you ready to develop, implement and manage a diverse portfolio under the Leading from the South (LFS) Initiative, to ensure that the team goals and set standards are met, in addition to providing initiative level monitoring, impact and learning and evaluation support to the LFS funded partners? If yes, then apply for the position of Funded Initiative Coordinator – Leading from the South Initiative

This role will be central to AWDF’s effort to cultivate, maintain and strengthen AWDF’s relationships with existing and new partners in feminist and social justice movements, the philanthropic sector and international development. The role holder will also be key to the execution of initiatives and activities to advance AWDF’s philanthropic advocacy and influencing agenda – working closely with the Director for Partnerships and Philanthropy (who they will report to), Programme Manager -Resourcing (in a matrix management arrangement), the CEO and the Director of Programmes.

Applications for the Leading From the South Coordinator must be sent to the application portal via this link: https://awdf.simplicant.com/jobs/49633-funded-initiative-coordinator-leading-from-the-south/detail

2. Funded Initiative Coordinator, Gates Initiative

A member of AWDF’s newly-created Partnerships and Philanthropy team, the Funded Initiative Coordinator – Gates Initiative will be central to AWDF’s effort to cultivate, maintain and strengthen AWDF’s relationships with existing and new partners in feminist and social justice movements, the philanthropic sector and international development. She/They will also be key to the execution of initiatives and activities to advance AWDF’s philanthropic advocacy and influencing agenda – working closely with the Director for Partnerships and Philanthropy (who they will report to), Programme Manager -Resourcing (in a matrix management arrangement), the CEO and the Director of Programmes. The Funded Initiative Coordinator – Gates Initiative will also support the development of donor reports and proposals, and other donor relations work.

Applications for the Gates Initiative Coordinator must be sent to the application portal via this link: https://awdf.simplicant.com/jobs/49634-funded-initiative-coordinator-gates-initiative/detail

Applications for both positions must comprise the following:

• A CV of not more than 3 pages, outlining your educational qualifications, employment records with key achievements
• A cover letter of not more than 2 pages, explaining your interest and excitement in applying to work with AWDF.

Applications should reach AWDF no later than Thursday 27th July 2023. Due to our limited capacity, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for additional information and interviews.

In line with AWDF’s Mission, qualified African women are encouraged to apply.