• Design and implement initiatives to enhance the digital skills and capabilities of the workforce, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborate with internal teams, educational institutions, and industry partners to develop training programs that align with evolving digital demands.
• Utilize data analytics to assess the impact of the digital economy and workforce development initiatives.
• Identify and cultivate opportunities for economic growth within the digital economy, including support for startups, digital enterprises, and technology-driven sectors.
• Collaborate with government agencies, industry partners, and other stakeholders to create an environment conducive to digital business expansion.
• Engage with policymakers to advocate for policies that promote a thriving digital economy and workforce development.
• Provide expertise on digital economy-related legislation and regulations.
• Establish partnerships with technology hubs, incubators, and accelerators to create a vibrant innovation ecosystem.
• Facilitate collaboration between startups, established businesses, and research institutions to drive technological innovation.
• Lead implementation of assigned country program portfolio, including periodic budget development, implementation work planning, execution of activities, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor and review assigned country program portfolios through coordination, analysis, field visits, and structured engagements with implementing partners.
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior leadership on key performance indicators, program effectiveness, and areas for improvement.
• Lead a practical knowledge management approach, documenting the evolution of the roadmap and incorporating lessons learned for future strategic choices.
• Lead high-quality interactions and clear communications with stakeholders and partners, including strategic thought partnerships, joint planning, and coordination.
• Represent the Foundation at key program-related external stakeholder forums related to the Foundation’s areas of work.
• Ensure Program colleagues deliver high-quality work that is aligned with Foundation values and have access to development opportunities in a supportive work environment.
• Liaise effectively with other members of the integrated country team.

• A minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience in program management in varied portfolios, including Digital Economy, Workforce Development, and related programs.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience at a senior level in a global organization with strong leadership experience.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as digital economy, technology management, or business administration.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing digital economy and workforce development strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of digital technologies, data analytics, and their applications in various industries.
• Experience in policy advocacy and engagement with government agencies.
• Experience and exposure to relevant country program portfolios with a clear understanding of the country’s development, political, and social issues.
• Experience applying design thinking approaches to programming and innovation.
• Demonstrated financial management experience, including preparation and management of budgets and contracts.
• Ability to think and work in an integrated and holistic way, keeping the Young Africa Works strategy at the centre.
• Ability to effectively engage and manage relationships with senior external stakeholders, particularly implementing partners.
• Strong collaborative service orientation towards the country, its young people, and colleagues across the Foundation.
• Ability to facilitate nuanced conversations and guide disparate views towards shared outcomes in ambiguous situations.
• Substantive knowledge of critical issues, emerging trends, and barriers in youth and work across Africa.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
• Professional maturity, sensitivity to different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
• Possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articula