Associate Manager, Africa Regional Planning & Coordination at Evidence Action

As an Associate Manager, Regional Planning and Coordination, you will provide critical support to the Chief of Staff and the Regional Planning & Coordination team in driving strategic initiatives, enhancing regional coordination, and ensuring effective operations. The Associate Manager will play a key role in advancing Evidence Action's regional goals through proactive project management, rigorous analysis, and strong stakeholder engagement.

This is a (1) one-year contract that may be renewed depending on various internal factors.

Responsibilities 

Strategic Initiatives: 20%

• Participate in Strategic Development: Contribute to the development and execution of regional strategic initiatives, including project launches and strategic planning processes.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive research and analysis to support strategic decision-making, identifying potential risks and opportunities for the region.
• Prepare Communication Materials: Develop high-quality presentations, reports, and briefing materials for regional leadership and key stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment with strategic objectives.

Regional Coordination: 20%

• Event Planning Support: Assist in planning and logistics for key regional events, including annual leadership conferences, ensuring all details align with the organization's goals.
• Facilitate Communication: Act as a liaison to facilitate effective communication and collaboration among regional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and fostering accountability.
• Support in developing content and providing inputs for sub regional meetings.

Performance Monitoring & Evaluation: 20%

• Reporting and Dashboards: Support the preparation of insightful reports and performance dashboards, effectively communicating performance data to regional leadership on a quarterly basis.
• Data Analysis: Analyze performance metrics to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations for improved regional outcomes.

New Country Entry Support: 30%

• Market Entry Facilitation: Collaborate with the Chief of Staff and global/regional teams to support the successful entry into new markets.
• Coordinate Strategies: Share insights and coordinate efforts for seamless integration and execution of regional objectives during new market entries.

Other duties: 10%

• Other duties may be assigned by your supervisor from time to time.

Requirements

• (3-5) years of experience in management consulting are preferred, particularly in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and market analysis, but this is not mandatory. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply
• Demonstrated experience in conducting in-depth research and data analysis to support strategic decision-making for clients across various industries
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client objectives
• Experience in preparing presentations and reports for senior leadership, translating complex information into clear and actionable insights
• Familiarity with regional coordination and event planning, supporting logistics for key conferences and stakeholder engagements
• Previous role supporting executives or senior leaders, managing complex schedules and handling confidential information with discretion