Community Coordinator (Help Grow Our Networks In Africa) at Code for Africa - Remote

Code for Africa is the continent’s largest federation of independent civic technology and data journalism laboratories, which build digital democracy solutions giving citizens unfettered access to actionable information that empowers them to make informed decisions and that strengthen civic engagement for improved public governance and accountability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Community Coordinator (Help Grow Our Networks In Africa)

Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

• The successful candidate will join our Communities’ team and will play a critical role in maintaining and expanding CfA’s WanaData and Hacks/Hackers’ networks, by driving engagement, facilitating events both online and in-person, curating knowledge-sharing projects, and facilitating professional growth in the communities.
• They will help manage and expand these networks, promote peer-to-peer learning within members, and accelerate ecosystem building.

Responsibilities

• Manage and Expand our WanaData and Hacks/Hackers’ Professional Networks: Oversee and grow these CfA’s geographically dispersed Communities of Practice across three or more African countries, ensuring the networks remain vibrant, engaged, and valuable to members.
• Coordinate Community Activities: Plan and facilitate regular community events (monthly meetups, quarterly continental events, training, webinars, etc.) for members across the CfA networks.
• Engage Members: Foster engagement and collaboration among network members, ensuring an inclusive and productive environment for all participants.
• Develop and Execute Programs: Identify gaps within the communities and develop programs that address professional needs—such as fellowships, training, and mentorship—while also facilitating peer-to-peer learning.
• Form Partnerships: Establish and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders and organisations, including governments, non-profits, media companies, and academic institutions to support community initiatives.
• Monitor and Evaluate Impact: Track the effectiveness of community programs, using feedback from members to continuously improve the offerings.
• Create Community Assets: Develop and disseminate materials (e.g., presentations, briefings, reports) that showcase CfA’s community-driven initiatives to stakeholders and partners.
• Reporting and Data Management: Maintain accurate records of community activities, update member databases, and generate regular reports on engagement and program impact.

Requirements
Required: minimum requirements include:

• Community Management Experience: A minimum of 4 years of experience in managing professional communities or a related field, with a strong understanding of community dynamics and engagement strategies.
• Project Management: Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality results.
• Event Coordination: Significant experience in organising and facilitating both online and offline events, including hybrid events that cater to a geographically diverse audience.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven experience engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including journalists, data scientists, technologists, researchers, and academic professionals.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with large and small groups via email, phone, and in person.
• Content Creation & Dissemination: Experience in creating and distributing content via multiple channels (social media, blogs, websites, etc.) to keep community members informed and engaged.
• Digital Tools Proficiency: Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Slack, Google Drive, Trello, and other digital platforms used for community management.

Preferred: candidates who are able to demonstrate the following will have an advantage:

• Experience in Relevant Sectors: Prior experience working in the media, technology, or non-profit sectors is highly beneficial.
• Data Management: Knowledge of database management and proficiency with spreadsheets.
• Bilingual: Fluency in both English and French (spoken and written) is preferred.

Application Closing Date
12th January, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online