YLabs is accepting applications for a Knowledge and Communications Lead opportunity in Africa. This opportunity is hosted by YLabs and is listed as a regional role in Africa.
Application Deadline:
Not explicitly specified (Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; posting remains open until filled)
Tell Me About The Role:
The Knowledge and Communications Lead is a full-time, fully remote position within the Design Department (Job Level: P5 – Lead) at YLabs. In this role, you will drive the core narrative for a major multi-year partnership with a global foundation testing innovative youth programs across Africa. Working directly alongside researchers, designers, and project leads, you will be responsible for real-time content distillation—turning live partner thinking, complex research protocols, and 60-page technical reports into unified, high-impact decks, leadership briefs, quarterly reports, RFPs, and toolkits.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Strategic Communications, Technical Writing, Journalism, International Development, Public Health, Global Health, Philanthropy, Social Impact, and Human-Centered Design.
Type:
Full-Time Remote Role (12-month initial contract with possibility of extension)
Who can Apply?
- Experience: Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in strategic communications, editorial, knowledge translation, or technical writing, with at least 3 years within international development, philanthropy, or social impact.
- Technical Skills: Exceptional written English, strong editorial judgment, and technical fluency to read and structure research protocols, RFPs, and experiment design documents.
- Location & Time Zone: Fully remote position open to candidates based in sub-Saharan Africa (GMT+0 to GMT+4 time zone, with preference for candidates based in East Africa).
- Travel Requirement: Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time for field sprints and stakeholder alignment meetings.
- Portfolio Requirement: Must demonstrate a portfolio of work covering various formats (reports, decks, briefs, blogs, and technical/research documents).
How are Applicants Selected:
Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis by the YLabs Hiring Committee based on candidate qualifications, portfolio depth, editorial judgment, technical writing fluency, and alignment with YLabs’ JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) principles. Successful candidates undergo interviews and background checks.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Sub-Saharan African countries (specifically candidates residing within GMT+0 to GMT+4 time zones).
Where will the Role be Taken?
Remote across sub-Saharan Africa (with up to 50% travel for field sprints).
How Many Roles:
1 position
What is the Benefit of the Role:
- Compensation: Annual pay range of $45,000 – $61,818 USD (benchmarked against YLabs’ P5 Africa salary bands and paid in the local currency of the staff member’s permanent work location).
- Professional Impact: Direct ownership of narrative strategy for a major global foundation partnership focused on youth health and economic opportunities across Africa.
- Flexible Working: Fully remote working structure within sub-Saharan Africa.
How Long Will it Last:
Initial 12-month contract term, with possibility of extension.
How to Apply:
- Access the official application listing on the YLabs BambooHR careers page.
- Prepare your CV/resume, cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing required written formats (reports, decks, leadership briefs, and technical/research writing).
- Fill in your application details and submit your materials through the portal.
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