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• Judiciously identify programs and
  organizations in East Africa that fit with ELMA’s education or health
  strategy and ELMA’s broader approach to philanthropy
• Carry out thorough due diligence including
  critical analysis of proposals, budgets, work-plans, monitoring and
  evaluation frameworks, organizational strengths and weaknesses, and
  external risk factors
• Thoughtfully develop, write, and present
  concise investment recommendations
• Critically monitor the programmatic
  effectiveness and financial management of grantees
• Keenly analyze and report on the performance
  of the East Africa education and health portfolios
• Build and strengthen relationships with
  grantees and other strategic partners, including co-funders and
  governments
• Actively contribute to cross-office learning
  and strategy development

• The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s
  degree. Possession of an advanced degree in education, health or a
  relevant field is preferred but not required.
• At least five years’ experience in managing
  an education or health program, investing in education or health, or
  equivalent private sector experience
• Previous exposure and experience in developing
  and managing partnerships and complex programs
• Proven ability to source, analyze,
  synthesize, and effectively present information and data
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to
  write effectively in English for a variety of audiences
• Excellent Excel skills and ability to analyze
  and present data in a highly organized manner
• Quick learner and self-starter with ability
  to take initiative and work in a start-up and team oriented environment
• Proven ability to be an active and collegial
  team player working among multiple office locations is essential to
  success in this role.
• Strong work ethic and ability to prioritize
  and multi-task
• Broad knowledge and understanding of
  organizations and best practices in education and health in East Africa
• Excellent relationship-building skills and
  ability to collaborate on internal teams as well as with external
  stakeholders and partners
• Excellent organizational and time management
  skills
• Ability to work non-traditional hours and
  travel locally and internationally as needed
• Hold a valid passport, and ability to travel
  in Africa 25% of the time
• Ugandan citizenship or legal authorization to
  reside and work in Uganda

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