Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation Lead
✨ AI Summary
About Masakhane: Masakhane is a pan-African initiative dedicated to improving the representation of African languages in natural language processing (NLP) and AI. The organization brings together diverse stakeholders to foster AI that reflects Africa's linguistic diversity, aiming to democratize access to advanced AI research.
Position Overview: The Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation Lead will act as a senior strategist to expand the Masakhane African Languages Hub's network of partnerships. This role emphasizes cultivating ethically grounded and culturally aware collaborations, ensuring sustainable financial and technical independence for the Hub. Responsibilities include:
- Designing and executing a comprehensive partnership strategy.
- Building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders.
- Negotiating partnership agreements to recognize African languages as Digital Public Goods.
- Advocating for language justice and ethical data practices.
- Developing diversified fundraising strategies to secure unrestricted funding.
Requirements:
- At least 7 years of experience in partnership management and business development.
- Proven track record in securing strategic funding.
- Strong understanding of the African linguistic landscape.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in an African language is preferred.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
