Network Engagement Director (Africa Region)

Position Summary To advance Teach For All ’s 25-year vision, we are seeking a Network Engagement Director, Africa who will be responsible for the strategic stewardship of Teach For All 's partner portfolio across Africa, leading executive engagement with partner and prospective CEOs and teams while driving organisational effectiveness, leadership development, financial sustainability, and partner performance across three to six countries. The portfolio spans mature partner organisations operating at scale and early-stage entrepreneurs preparing to launch, requiring leadership across organisational development, regional strategy, resource mobilisation, and cross-functional collaboration. Reporting to the Head of Region and serving as a member of the Africa Regional Team, the role provides executive-level strategic counsel to organisational leaders, directs the allocation of regional support and global expertise, shapes regional priorities, and influences network-wide decision-making to strengthen partner sustainability and accelerate system-level impact across Africa. About the Team The Africa Regional Team is a dynamic, collaborative, and mission-driven group committed to expanding educational opportunity across Africa. We work directly with independent, locally led partner organizations and early-stage entrepreneurs to accelerate their impact and scale collective leadership. Joining this team offers an exceptional opportunity to shape regional strategy, manage complex continental systems, and foster a deep culture of shared learning and impact. Key Responsibilities Partner Strategic Support & Early-Stage Entrepreneur Development | Fully Own | 60% Serve as the primary strategic partner to a portfolio of partner CEOs, prospective CEOs, and senior leadership teams, providing executive-level advisory support that strengthens organisational strategy, leadership effectiveness, decision-making, and long-term sustainability across diverse organisational contexts. Lead the