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Consultant, Digital Economy
Mastercard Foundation. Support implementation-ready design of a flagship Pan-African AI initiative, including program thesis, target populations, sectors, country pathways, partnerships, theory of change, budget, MEL framework, learning agenda and roadmap .
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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing large-scale programs that integrate AI and digital technologies to enhance youth employment and economic development in Africa. Possesses strong analytical skills and a practical understanding of responsible AI, data governance, and digital inclusion.
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Postgraduate Qualification In Computer ScienceTen Years Of Relevant Experience In Digital TechnologyProven Experience In Designing Large-Scale ProgramsPractical Understanding Of Responsible AIStrong Understanding Of African Labour Markets
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Hard Skills
Program DesignDigital Technology ImplementationData GovernanceAI IntegrationPartnership DevelopmentMonitoring And Evaluation (MEL)Analytical ReportingLivelihood Outcomes MeasurementDigital Economy StrategiesEnterprise Productivity
Soft Skills
CollaborationAnalytical ThinkingCommunicationProblem-SolvingLeadership
Tools & Technologies
Digital PlatformsAI-Enabled SolutionsData Analysis ToolsProgram Management SoftwareMonitoring Tools
Industry Keywords
Digital EconomyYouth EmploymentEconomic DevelopmentAI TrendsEntrepreneurshipDigital InclusionEthical Technology DeploymentAfrican ContextsInnovation EcosystemsSkills Development
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support implementation-ready design of a flagship Pan-African AI initiative, including program thesis, target populations, sectors, country pathways, partnerships, theory of change, budget, MEL framework, learning agenda and roadmap
- Conduct technical and programmatic quality reviews of Digital Economy investments and partner proposals
- Support responsible integration of AI-enabled approaches into Foundation programs to improve youth employment, productivity, income or livelihood outcomes
- Support program quality assurance, partner selection and implementation oversight across the Digital Economy portfolio
- Document evidence, learning and reusable program-design approaches across the Pan-African portfolio
- Prepare monthly reports summarizing insights, risks, recommendations and priorities
- Serve as senior thought partner to the Director, Digital Economy on portfolio strategy, program quality and investment opportunities
- Identify emerging opportunities and risks associated with AI, platform economies, global business services, entrepreneurship and digital innovation across Africa
- Support country and thematic teams in integrating digital economy opportunities into program design and delivery
- Strengthen the Foundation’s Digital Economy enabling function across priority sectors
- Prepare program investment cases, approval materials and program documentation
- Facilitate collaboration among public sector, private sector, academia and ecosystem actors
- Connect technology opportunities with youth livelihood outcomes grounded in African labour markets and economic sectors
- Translate digital and AI trends into practical youth employment, livelihood and enterprise-development opportunities
Requirements
What you’ll need- Postgraduate qualification in computer science, engineering, data science, information systems, technology, agritech, economics, business or a related field is preferred
- A bachelor’s degree combined with exceptional relevant technical and program-delivery experience will also be considered
- At least ten years of relevant experience across the private, public or non-profit sectors, including substantial experience in digital technology, skills development, enterprise productivity, livelihoods or work enablement in Africa
- Demonstrable track record of personally designing and supporting implementation of large-scale programs, partnerships, digital products or platforms with measurable livelihood, productivity, income or employment outcomes
- Practical understanding of responsible AI, data governance, digital inclusion and ethical technology deployment in African contexts
- Proven experience taking ideas from concept through design, partner engagement, implementation planning and launch
- Practical experience at the intersection of technology and economic development
- Experience applying digital technologies, data or AI in agriculture, informal enterprise, manufacturing, financial inclusion or digital work
- Proven delivery experience in Africa
- Strong understanding of African labour markets and youth employment challenges and opportunities
- Experience with technology companies, startups, digital platforms, innovation ecosystems or AI-enabled solutions
- Ability to independently produce high-quality analytical, technical and program design outputs
- Experience working with or managing multiple implementation partners
- Completion of satisfactory business references and background checks is an essential condition of employment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Inclusive and accessible work environment
- Travel across Africa as required