Associate Partner
Quick answer
Instiglio is hiring a hybrid-based Associate Partner in Nairobi to lead regional strategy, partnership development, and public sector reform efforts in Anglophone Africa.
- Role
- Associate Partner
- Organization
- Instiglio
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
The role
Instiglio is seeking an Associate Partner to join their leadership team in Nairobi, Kenya, to drive regional impact and organizational growth in Anglophone Africa. This role involves developing regional strategy, fostering high-level partnerships with government and development stakeholders, and overseeing project delivery and team management. The ideal candidate is a strategic social impact leader with extensive experience in public sector reform and institutional transformation. You will work within a hybrid model, collaborating with global teams to scale Instiglio's influence in the development sector.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute the Africa regional strategy with a focus on the Anglophone sub-region.
- Build and nurture relationships with government officials, donors, and philanthropic organizations.
- Provide technical and strategic leadership for project delivery to ensure high social impact.
- Manage and grow high-performing multicultural teams across the region.
- Oversee the performance, health, and operational development of specific organizational units.
What it takes
- At least 12 years of experience, including 8 years in social impact, government advisory, or management consulting.
- Demonstrated expertise in government institutional reforms or transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Postgraduate degree in international development, public policy, economics, or governance.
- Proven track record in sourcing and managing complex, multi-stakeholder partnerships.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Personal days, remote workdays, travel and health insurance, pension, company end-of-year holiday additional to vacation, and parental leave.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in our Nairobi, Kenya office and operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum of two days per week in the office.
What is the primary focus of the Associate Partner role?
The role focuses on leading regional strategy, driving partnership development in Anglophone Africa, and providing leadership for public sector reform and project delivery.
What are the key qualifications for this role?
We require at least 12 years of professional experience, a postgraduate degree in a relevant field, and a strong background in government institutional reform and team leadership.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should submit their CV in English along with answers to the application questions. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
How to apply
Apply directly on Instiglio's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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