Hubs Strategy and Sustainability Lead Specialist
Quick answer
UNDP is hiring a Senior Hubs Strategy and Sustainability Lead Specialist to oversee the pan-African timbuktoo innovation hub network and drive operational growth for youth entrepreneurship.
- Role
- Hubs Strategy and Sustainability Lead Specialist
- Organization
- UNDP (timbuktoo Initiative)
- Location
- Pan-African network (multiple locations)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Hubs Strategy and Sustainability Lead Specialist will provide senior leadership for the strategic direction, governance, and sustainability of the timbuktoo pan-African network of innovation hubs. The role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, overseeing program design across incubators and accelerators, and driving resource mobilization to support African youth entrepreneurship. The incumbent will work closely with global stakeholders to ensure these hubs effectively bridge the gap between academic research and market-ready innovation.
What you'll do
- Lead the strategic direction, governance, and stakeholder engagement for the pan-African timbuktoo hubs network.
- Design and oversee startup support programs, ensuring consistency and quality across all incubation and acceleration interfaces.
- Drive resource mobilization strategies, including revenue diversification and public-private partnerships, to ensure hub sustainability.
- Supervise a network of technical specialists and hub managers, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Produce high-quality knowledge products, including policy briefs and research reports, to inform ecosystem development.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in International Development, Innovation, Science/Technology, or related fields.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in innovation ecosystems, R&D, or management advisory services in a development context.
- Demonstrated experience managing tech hubs, innovation centers, or startup ecosystem support organizations.
- Fluency in English and French; ability to navigate complex multi-stakeholder environments including governments and private sector.
- Proven track record in partnership development, resource mobilization, and designing sustainability strategies.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
What is the work setup for this role?
The role involves working in a remote, multi-time-zone team environment with requirements for collaborative, self-directed work, effectively making it a hybrid/remote-capable position.
Is the compensation specified for this position?
The job description does not explicitly state the salary range for this role.
What is the primary language requirement?
Fluency in both English and French is required, with preference for French due to the network's Francophone Africa footprint.
How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
Applicants must review the 'Tiered Approach' section in the job description to determine if they satisfy the specific employment eligibility criteria for UNDP/UNCDF/UNV internal or external candidates.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNDP (timbuktoo Initiative)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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