Job Description

As we gear up for this exponential growth, Afara is looking to recruit its next Chief of Staff who will work directly with the Founder & CEO to execute on our 5-year strategic plan. The CoS is the right-hand person, leverage, and force-multiplier to the CEO and must remain flexible to expand capacity to deliver on our ever-evolving strategic priorities. A typical day for the CoS might begin with developing an operating financial model for the organization, followed by a working lunch session with donors, a session with product development team to drive the product roadmap based on market feedback and concluding with Advisory Council meetings to seek advice on longer-term initiatives of the organization.

​​If you have an entrepreneurial mind-set, love thriving in dynamic environments with a strong ability to solve problems, this opportunity will enable you to put that into practice by assuming responsibility for bringing strategic projects to life.

Areas of responsibility may include, but are not limited to:

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Serve as a trusted thought partner to the CEO, supporting strategy development and execution.
• Lead and drive cross-functional initiatives that align with the organisation’s goals and strategic priorities.
• Track key performance metrics, ensuring accountability and progress across teams.
• Support the CEO in making data-driven decision-making by conducting research, synthesizing insights, and providing well established recommendations.

Organizational Leadership & Operations

• Act as an extension of the CEO, ensuring strategic priorities are effectively implemented across departments.
• Foster internal alignment in executing on priorities, breaking down silos and improving operational efficiency.
• Lead special projects, pilots, and process improvements to enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Support fundraising and partnership efforts, ensuring timely execution of commitments and follow-ups

Board & Governance Support

• Prepare board meeting agendas, reports, and materials in collaboration with leadership.
• Ensure timely follow-up on board directives and governance requirements.
• Serve as a key liaison between the board, executive team, and staff, facilitating seamless communication and coordination.

Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

• Draft presentations, speeches, and reports for internal and external audiences.
• Manage executive-level communications and act as a strategic liaison between the CEO and stakeholders.
• Represent the CEO in key meetings, ensuring effective engagement and follow-through on action items.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, partners, and board members.

Please note that this job description is a guide to the work you will be required to undertake, but does not cover all of the duties that you may have to perform. Responsibilities will evolve over time, in discussion with the CEO.

Personal Attributes and Skills

• At least 3 years of work experience in corporate strategy, investment banking or similar generalist roles in a highly result-oriented environment and span non-profit or for-profit backgrounds.
• Proven track record of managing cross-functional initiatives and driving organizational impact.
• Strong strategic thinking, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and drive results.
• High emotional intelligence (EQ) and ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Eager to learn from adversity and setbacks and constantly challenging limitations

Why Join Us?

• Be at the heart of a mission-driven organization making a real impact.
• Work closely with a dynamic and visionary CEO.
• Lead high-impact projects and shape the future of the organization.

Application deadline: 11:59PM WAT on March 31, 2025.