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1. Director of African Advocacy and Programs
Need at Malaria No More
Oct 3rd, 2015 – by Job Poster Sabina
Malaria No More is determined to end deaths from malaria, a disease that kills a child every 60
seconds. We’re helping
the world get it done by
engaging global public
and private sector
leaders, developing
innovative new
approaches and delivering
life-saving tools and
education to families
across Africa.
Founded in 2006 by
business leaders Ray
Chambers and Peter
Chernin, Malaria No More is working to create a world in which no one dies from a mosquito
bite.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Director of African Advocacy and Programs
Location: Nigeria
Reports to: Managing Director, Global Policy and Advocacy
Job Description
 Malaria No More is seeking an experienced Director of African Advocacy and Programs to oversee our
work in Africa.
 Aligned with the organization’s core mission and focus internationally, Malaria No More is working to
increase political will and domestic funding to help eliminate malaria on the continent by 2040.
 Malaria No More’s approach is multisectoral, prioritizing sophisticated country-level and regional
political, diplomatic, and private sector engagement, press strategies, partnerships with leading media
outlets and spokespeople, coordinated with regional and local health partners to fill gaps and reinforce
political will to end malaria.
Duties and Responsibilities

2.  Evolve MNM’s advocacy strategy in Africa to drive increased domestic and regional funding for malaria,
with particular emphasis on focus countries (Nigeria, Cameroon, and Kenya at present, and begin to
develop strategy for expansion to new geographies on the continent)
 Cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with senior government officials, as well as advocacy and
health partners (including the Global Fund, African Leaders Malaria Alliance, U.S. President’s Malaria
Initiative, and Clinton Health Access Initiative)
 Oversee current private sector partnerships to finance core programming and leverage new investments
and partnerships for advocacy
 Manage an African advocacy team, as well as country-focused teams in 3-4 countries who are conducting
media, advocacy, program implementation, and technical assistance
 Coordinate with US and international advocacy teams (including MNM affiliates in the UK and Japan) to
leverage and unlock mutually-reinforcing opportunities
Qualifications
 Minimum BS/BA degree; advanced degree in a related field preferred; 6+ years experience in a
management and strategy role in Africa (may include business, politics/ government or any other relevant
industry)
 Track record of success in managing a fast-paced, multi-faced project that requires high levels of
collaboration with partners
 High capacity for relationship management, and a strong existing network among relevant sectors
 Demonstrated interest and experience working in health, development, politics/ government or any other
related fields
 Strong analytic skills, critical thinking and writing skills
 Hard-working and energetic collaborator who creates trust, demonstrates credibility and
 inspires enthusiasm in all internal and external contacts
 Willingness to be a true self-starter and a proven innovator
 Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment managing several projects
 simultaneously, across multiple regions
 Excellent computer skills required, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint.
 Superior oral and written communications skills in English and French required
 Ideally, this position will be based in Nigeria, but could also be based in Kenya, Tanzania, or other major
African country.
 Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should their resume/CV and cover letter
to:jobs@malarianomore.org subject line “Director of African Advocacy and Programs”