We are seeking a programme coordinator who will be responsible for running operations of the expanding work of the group. The successful person will join a pan-African vibrant and growing de-centralised UrbanBetter team. They will be dynamic, with a proven track record in managing complex and evolving systems.
The role will work at the UrbanBetter Office, based at Future Africa in Pretoria, employed by the University of Pretoria which houses one of the UrbanBetter labs. The incumbent will work closely with and support the work of postdoctoral researchers and students within the group. The role will establish and maintain efficient workflow systems and M&E processes to ensure smooth running of the programme and ensure visibility of the work across the University, engaging with comms and media.
Externally, the role requires building trusted relationships with collaborators in countries across Africa and across sectors including experts from governments, international organisations, private sector, civil society, and academia to coordinate UrbanBetter work, maximise impact and identify opportunities for innovating, shaping, and scaling collective progress. They will also interact closely with funders both pre- and post-award to ensure all reporting requirements and obligations are met.
