Ecosystem Lead – Jobtech Alliance

Mercy CorpsLagos, NairobiBoth national and internationalNational levelSpeaks English

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Summary by Impactpool

The Ecosystem Lead for the Jobtech Alliance will spearhead efforts to strengthen the inclusive jobtech ecosystem across Africa, focusing on partnerships, community engagement, and strategic campaigns. This role involves managing a team, evolving ecosystem strategies based on stakeholder feedback, and leading initiatives like the DAWN project in Nigeria. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in ecosystem building and community management, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and behavior change. The position requires a creative leader passionate about fostering job opportunities and supporting startups in Africa.

Candidate Requirements:

• 10+ years in ecosystem building or partnerships
• Experience in community engagement and venture building
• Background as a founder or senior entrepreneur preferred
• Proven track record in designing and running campaigns
• Experience in managing teams
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Strong self-starter with organizational skills

Ecosystem Lead – Jobtech Alliance (based in Kenya or Nigeria)

Programs and Technical Specialities

Nairobi,
Kenya

Description

Location:Nairobi, Kenya or Lagos, Nigeria. Candidates must have the right to work in the country in which they are based.

Position Status: Full-Time(project-based funding)

Salary Level: National