GIS and Data Science Employment Accelerator Programme Director
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Lusaka, Lusaka, Zambia
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Category
- Data science
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Education: Advanced degree in Geospatial Sciences, Health Data Analytics, Public Health, Programme Management, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience in programme management, with at least 10 years in a leadership role. Proven experience in managing health or development programmes in Africa. Strong wor
- Skills: Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking abilities. Excellent programme management skills, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. Strong interpersonal and communication s
- Other duties as assigned
Full description
Employment Accelerator Programme Director
Lusaka, Zambia
Akros is a cutting-edge organization that establishes data-driven systems that improve the health and wellbeing of disadvantaged communities. We pride ourselves in our ground-level knowledge of the health systems where we work, and our ability to provide novel, lasting solutions implemented in developing regions.
Background
Akros Research is supporting a three-year programme focused on moving young graduates in Zambia and Tanzania into meaningful work. The program includes virtual and in person student engagement in GIS, data science, earth observation and digital health as well as employment support.
The Data Science and GIS Employment Accelerator is anticipated to start in November 2026 and the Programme Director role is contingent on Akros Research signing the programme contract.
The Programme Director will provide technical leadership, management, and strategic direction for the Data Science and GIS Employment Accelerator. This role carries responsibility and accountability to the donor for achieving programme training and employment targets in line with negotiated budgets. The ideal candidate will oversee the programme's technical, managerial, and personnel aspects, ensuring efficient resource allocation and high-quality outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Strategic Direction:
- Provide leadership and strategic oversight for the Data Science and GIS Employment Accelerator.
- Develop and implement plans to achieve programme objectives, with a particular focus on potential employer engagement to increase the portion of students who are able to secure meaningful work.
- Programme Management:
- Oversee technical and managerial aspects of the programme, ensuring high standards and timely delivery.
- Make critical management, resource allocation, and personnel decisions to optimize programme performance.
- Adapt the program as necessary, and within client boundaries, to achieve benchmarks and KPIs
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for programme activities.
- Liaise with programme partners in Zambia and Tanzania to coordinate activities and ensure smooth program functions.
- Identify opportunities for student employment and engage organizations to establish hiring pipelines for students.
- Cultivate and maintain a deep network of international private sector and philanthropic employers to facilitate market placement opportunities for students.