ABOUT MALARIA NO MORE
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.
ABOUT THE POSITION
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
• 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
REQUIRED SKILLS AND DESIRED CREDENTIALS
• 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
APPLICATION DETAILS
• 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
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