Community Coordinator at Code for Africa

About this role

• The successful candidate will join CfA’s Communities team as the continental champion for CfA’s africanDRONE and sensors.AFRICA networks pioneering the use of drones and sensors for climate change and deforestation monitoring, water and air quality detection, and pollution detection in African cities, as well as open data collection and mapping. africanDRONE is a community of African drone pilots who use drone imagery and maps for social justice and environmental security. sensors.AFRICA is a citizen science initiative that involves monitoring of environmental challenges such as air quality and noise pollution, and water quality to empower citizens in African cities.

Responsibilities: 

• Community Management: Lead and expand geographically dispersed professional networks, that is, africanDRONE (drone pilots) and sensors.AFRICA (sensor practitioners) communities across Africa. Ensure members are engaged, active, and supported.
• Event Coordination: Organize online, offline, and hybrid community events (workshops, webinars, meetups) to promote knowledge-sharing, capacity-building, and collaboration within the networks.
• Programme Development: Identify gaps within the africanDRONE and sensors.AFRICA communities and design programs that address these needs, ensuring they align with community goals and partner expectations.
• Project Oversight: Manage multiple donor-funded projects, including fellowships and micro-grants, ensuring milestones are achieved on time, within scope, and to the highest standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including IoT practitioners, community members, partners, and donors.
• Mentorship & Training: Facilitate training, mentorship, and capacity-building initiatives for community members to ensure they are equipped to drive impact in their respective fields.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of programs and community engagement strategies through member feedback, performance metrics, and data-driven insights.
• Reporting & Communication: Produce detailed reports on community activities, milestones, and outcomes. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, producing presentations, briefings, and other communications materials to keep partners and stakeholders informed.
• Community Engagement Planning: Develop and execute weekly and monthly engagement plans, ensuring consistent and proactive communication with community members.

Required: 

• At least 3 years of experience in community management, stakeholder engagement, or project management, with a focus on professional networks or Communities of Practice.
• Strong experience organising and coordinating local, international, and hybrid events (in-person and online).
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• A strong track record of stakeholder engagement, particularly with tech practitioners, professionals, and donors.
• In-depth understanding of civic technology applications, particularly in the context of drones, sensors, and IoT technologies for environmental monitoring.
• A passion for social justice, environmental sustainability, and international development.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) for diverse audiences and settings (small groups, large meetings, and one-on-one interactions).
• Ability to work independently, think critically, and solve problems with a focus on achieving impactful outcomes.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).