Head, Workforce Development

About the role

The Head of Workforce Development will lead Mastercard Foundation’s workforce development portfolio in Kenya, driving education, skills development and digital economy initiatives to expand young people’s access to dignified work.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement programmatic approaches that align education, skilling, school‑to‑work transitions and youth placement.
• Set and monitor workforce development targets such as internships, fellowships, job placements, entrepreneurship and further education.
• Integrate youth engagement, inclusion and digital enablement across all initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership to ensure programs meet emerging needs of young people, especially young women.
• Manage partnerships with educational institutions, government ministries, private sector actors and youth‑led organizations.
• Support budget development, team coaching and performance reporting to senior leadership.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Education, Management, Economic Development or related social sciences.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in fast‑paced, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Proven leadership, supervisory and partnership management experience.
• Strong strategic judgement, analytical and communication skills.
• Commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and inclusive vision.