Manager - Cohorts and Partnerships

About UsProjectTech4Dev aims to be a high performing tech enabler for nonprofits. At Project Tech4Dev, we provide solutions ranging from providing open source platforms to NGOs to building tech capacity in nonprofits. We equip non-profits with the technology they need to amplify their impact. Our open source platforms include- Glific, Development Data Platform, and Avni. We also build tech and data capacity in nonprofits by placing seasoned technology professionals with our Fractional CxO Program. Find more about our initiatives here.In this role you will work with NGOs, ecosystem partners and our funders to ensure all parties are committed to the direction we are headed in from an education and upskilling perspective. This work builds on our Data Cohort Program (DCP) and our upcoming AI Cohort Program and leads into the broader goal of how we approach educating and upskilling our ecosystem organizations (which includes all 3: NGOs, software/data partners and funders)Qualifications & Experiences Technology and Management Degrees with at least 5+ years of experience in technology. Experience working with different stakeholders and building consensus is important. Experience working or volunteering in the social sector is important. Having past experience in organising and running cohort based programs would be a big plusSkills & CompetenciesKnowledge and experience in:Technology, Data and AI especially from a program perspectiveProject/Program ManagementData Analysis and/or ManagementTechnology and Social sector professional with 5+ years experience with at least 3 years in a strategic and managerial roleRelationship building and strong communication and presentation skillsLearning and adapting mindset to fit with org needs, capabilities and constraintsBuilding and managing a team at all levels, including collaborating with other team members to enable ideation and adoption of new technologyBelief in technology as an enabler and not being vested in tech tools per seMainly a capacity builder versus a doing on their own personalityApproachable with a good attitude and empathy towards work done in the social sectorExperience estimating and delivering projectsResponsibilities⁠Identify tech and data trends and gaps in the sector where cohort based education programs can add value to the ecosystem of social impact.Design and lead such cohort-based programs - identifying objectives, crafting session flows, curating relevant content, and ensuring each session delivers actionable value to participants.Own end-to-end coordination and execution, including identifying and onboarding expert speakers, liaising with internal and external stakeholdersBroaden and deepen partnerships to leverage expertise, networks, and funding to meet program and nonprofit needs.Effectively draw on feedback and learning to iterate and improve program impact and sustainabilityIdentifying, building and managing relationships with partners who can build and deploy the necessary applications and technologies to meet the needs of the organizationCommunicate and build strong relationships with our funders especially those who are funding us for our ecosystem work and their specific needs. Currently this includes Cisco, Veddis FoundationDesign Tech4Dev Learning and Engagement strategy that fill the gap between lightweight (SaaS Platforms) and heavyweight (fCxO) strategies.

ProjectTech4Dev aims to be a high performing tech enabler for nonprofits. At Project Tech4Dev, we provide solutions ranging from providing open source platforms to NGOs to building tech capacity in nonprofits. We equip non-profits with the technology they need to amplify their impact. Our open source platforms include- Glific, Development Data Platform, and Avni. We also build tech and data capacity in nonprofits by placing seasoned technology professionals with our Fractional CxO Program.