Deputy Director, Strategy, Planning & Management
Quick answer
The Foundation is hiring a Deputy Director, Strategy, Planning & Management in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to lead strategic programmatic leadership and portfolio management for their Africa team.
- Role
- Deputy Director, Strategy, Planning & Management
- Organization
- The Foundation
- Location
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
- Apply by
- 2026-07-21
The role
The Foundation is seeking a Deputy Director of Strategy, Planning & Management to lead regional and strategic programmatic leadership in Africa. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the role involves overseeing strategy development, portfolio management, and team leadership for the Policy, Government Relations, and Partnership (PGRP) team. The position focuses on ensuring that investments in health, nutrition, and economic opportunity are data-driven and operationally executable.
What you'll do
- Lead and refine continental and regional strategy development processes.
- Translate strategy into execution plans at initiative and country levels.
- Manage integrated portfolios across multiple teams including budget and risk management.
- Lead and manage an SPM team, including recruitment and coaching.
- Design and refine Measurement, Learning & Evaluation (MLE) frameworks.
- Represent the Foundation in regional forums and partner engagements.
What it takes
- MBA or other advanced degree required.
- 10+ years of professional experience in strategy, development, or public health.
- Experience managing complex budgets and portfolios in a matrixed environment.
- Proven ability to lead and develop teams across diverse cultures.
- Strong technical and financial acumen for senior leadership communication.
- Ability to travel up to 40% across the region.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums; generous paid time off; paid family leave; foundation-paid retirement contribution; regional holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with some regional travel required.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary and benefits package is not explicitly stated in the posting.
What are the key qualifications for the candidate?
Candidates should have an MBA or advanced degree and at least 10 years of experience in strategy, business management, or public health.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is July 21st, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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