To implement regional funding programs for Wikimedian communities in Sub-Saharan Africa, the full-time Senior Program Officer will manage grantmaking strategies, build community relationships, and evaluate funding impacts while working remotely from a country within the region.
Key responsibilities:
Implement and manage the Community Resources grantmaking strategy, aligning with regional needs and opportunities
Build and develop regional funding committees to facilitate participatory decision-making in grant allocations
Establish and maintain trust-based relationships with communities, grantees, and applicants, acting as the primary liaison
Required qualifications:
Solid knowledge of trust-based philanthropy or community-based grantmaking
Experience in grantmaking, particularly in an international context
Strong strategic and analytical skills with proven project management experience
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity
Proven English proficiency in written and spoken communication
