Adeso, a pioneering African social enterprise with global influence, has been rooted in Africa for over 30 years. The organization is committed to creating a decolonized world where individuals thrive through their resourcefulness and tenacity. Adeso works towards shifting power to local leaders who are closest to the challenges, aiming to build a better system based on principles of solidarity, humility, self-determination, and equality. As part of this mission, Adeso leads coalitions globally to decolonize the humanitarian and development aid system. The organization has successfully launched social enterprises and subsidiaries while working towards confronting the legacy of colonialism. Adeso is seeking a Deputy Executive Director (Operations & Programs) to join its team in Nairobi Headquarters office.

The Deputy Executive Director (DED – Operations & Programs) will play a crucial role as a senior executive within the organization's leadership team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the DED will be responsible for developing and executing internal operational and program strategies essential for achieving Adeso's goals as a non-profit entity. This individual will serve as the second-in-command at Adeso, ensuring organizational efficiency across operations and programs.

Key responsibilities for the DED (Operations & Programs) include providing strategic leadership by overseeing multi-year strategic plans in alignment with Adeso's brand values. The incumbent will manage finance and operations systems by implementing policies that support the organization's culture and vision while ensuring legal compliance across all country operations. Additionally, the DED will lead in setting goals for program quality and learning, grant management compliance, fundraising pipeline monitoring, grants management effectiveness, contractual relationships with stakeholders, and continuous improvement within programs.

Ideal candidates should have at least seven years of experience in an executive leadership role within the nonprofit sector. They must possess excellent people skills, business acumen, strategic planning competency, organizational project management skills with a track record of delivering plans on time and within budget. A degree in Business Management or related field is required along with exceptional capacity for managing people effectively at all levels within an organization.

If you are a dedicated professional driven by Adeso's core values and mission looking to lead change in Africa and beyond, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity by submitting your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org with the position title mentioned in the subject line. Please include a 1-page Cover Letter detailing your current contact information, a 1-page Resume or CV highlighting work experience and education details along with 3 professional references complete with contact information (Name, Relationship to Reference, Email Address, Phone Number). Join us at Adeso on our journey towards building a better future for communities worldwide through impactful programs led by passionate individuals committed to making a difference. Apply now!

Key Job Requirements:

• Seven (7) years or more experience in an executive leadership role in the nonprofit sector
• Worked or lived experience in the Horn of Africa strongly desired
• Diverse financing and investment experience including Islamic social finance strongly desired
• Degree in Business Management, Administration, Program Management, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Programs and Operational executive or a relevant role
• Thorough understanding of policies and best practices of risk management

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and planning for the managed growth of Adeso
• Lead in setting strategic goals and objectives for the programs’ unit
• Ensure all legal and regulatory requirements in all Adeso country operations are met

Skills:

• Strategic planning
• Project management
• Leadership abilities
• Interpersonal skills
• Risk management

Seniority Level: Senior Level

• [Deputy Executive Director]

Job Functions: Operations

• Program Management
• Finance

Industries : Non-Profit Organization

• Social Enterprise
• Humanitarian Programs