Director of Research and Programme Delivery

ESSA is looking for a senior leader with high drive and a passion for maximising impact through evidence and data. Motivational and ambitious, the Director of Research and Programme Delivery plays a critical role in the success of ESSA’s mission, with overall responsibility for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and meeting ESSA’s high standards.

The Director of Research and Programme Delivery will become a core member of ESSA’s Senior Leadership Team and our fundraising group and will work closely with the CEO and other Directors to ensure that the research strategy delivers on ESSA’s charitable objectives. (S)He will also lead the strategic development and delivery of a range of projects designed to ensure evidence and data from Africa are used to improve education outcomes for young people. These projects will combine research with training provision, convening and sub-granting and will involve close collaboration with the Policy and Advocacy and Communications teams.

Furthermore, the Director of Research and Programme Delivery will be an advocate for ensuring that the right evidence is used by decision makers to increase the impact of education for young people in sub-Saharan Africa.

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