Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing and building a profitable training unit. Additionally, the following will be expected:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive training strategy to build capacity among government officials, civil society organizations, and community-based organizations/ members on data literacy, open governance, and technology.
• Design and deliver training programs, workshops, and seminars that are tailored to the specific needs and objectives of target audiences, both in person and virtually.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop training materials, curricula, and resources aligned with organizational priorities and objectives.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies, international organizations, donors, and other stakeholders to support training initiatives and promote collaboration.
• Lead business development efforts to secure funding and partnerships for training programs, including preparing grant proposals, concept notes, and project budgets.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, collect participant feedback, and make recommendations for program improvements and innovations.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in capacity building and training.
• Represent Open Institute at conferences, workshops, and events to showcase our training offerings, network with potential partners, and raise the organization’s profile.
• Supervise and mentor training staff, consultants, and interns to ensure the successful implementation of training initiatives and projects.
• Stay up-to-date with adult learning trends, training design and methodologies, and E-learning management systems.
• Any other duty allocated.

Competencies

•  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Development, Education, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
•  A minimum of five years of experience in training, capacity building, and business development, preferably in the non- profit or international development sector, is required.
•  Proven track record of designing and delivering successful training programs and workshops, with experience in adult learning methodologies and participatory approaches.
•  Strong business acumen with experience in fundraising, grant writing, and partnership development.
•  Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
•  Strategic thinker who can identify opportunities, anticipate challenges, and develop innovative solutions.
•  Familiarity with data-driven decision-making, open governance, and technology trends is desirable.
•  Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other languages spoken in Africa (e.g. Swahili, French) is an asset.
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
•  Strong analytical and multitasking skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
•  Self-starter with a positive attitude and ability to think creatively and outside the box.
•  Proficient in MS Office suite.
•  High level of agility and ability to multitask.