WomenLift Health seeks a Senior Global Fellows Manager : Remote Job in Africa | Apply Now

Overview

WomenLift Health is hiring a full-time Senior Global Fellows Manager, Cross-Regional, Africa to support women leaders across the public and global health sectors. Operating remotely, this position is open to individuals based in East Africa, Southern Africa, or West Africa who hold the necessary work authorization in their country of residence. The position reports to the Global Fellows Lead, Cross-Regional, and involves implementing the Africa Global Fellows workplan while contributing to the wider cross-regional strategy. Travel is required for in-person meetings and events.

Who can apply

Applicants must possess a master’s degree in a relevant field alongside a relevant professional qualification or membership in a professional organization, or alternatively meet experience thresholds without a master’s degree. Candidates must have at least nine years of relevant professional experience with a master’s degree, or 11 years of experience without one. Backgrounds in global health, public health, gender equality, social development, or human-centred training are applicable. Candidates must also bring demonstrated experience managing and engaging an alumni, fellowship, or professional network, as well as experience designing in-person and virtual events. Additional preferred backgrounds include working with cohort-based programmes, supporting alumni-led initiatives, facilitating peer learning, developing communities of practice, and living or working in another WomenLift Health operating region.

Requirements

Applicants are required to have excellent written and spoken English proficiency, along with the ability to organize and communicate complex information clearly. The role demands strong leadership, interpersonal, people management, and project management skills, as well as the ability to build trusting relationships across different cultural and professional backgrounds. Candidates must show strong cross-cultural awareness, emotional intelligence, advanced analytical skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to design systems, manage processes, and complete projects independently. Advanced technology skills are required, covering Microsoft Office, social media platforms, videoconferencing tools, and project management software. Furthermore, candidates must demonstrate a commitment to WomenLift Health’s mission, vision, values, and approach to improving gender equality in health leadership.