Fellow, Innovation & Partnerships at Aceli Africa

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Operations Support


Support day-to-day management of multiple projects across the Innovation & Partnerships portfolio.
Prepare and maintain dashboards, trackers, and project management tools to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
Support contract management processes, including coordinating with Technical Assistance Providers, to monitor deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
Draft project briefs, terms of reference, scopes of work, and other documentation as required.


Research, Analysis & Innovation Support


Conduct desk research on market trends, ecosystem actors, innovative financing models, and emerging opportunities relevant to Aceli's innovation agenda.
Support data analysis (both qualitative and quantitative), synthesis of findings, and preparation of actionable recommendations.
Contribute to concept notes, pilot design, learning agendas, and innovation proposals within the Innovation workstream.


Data Visualization & Reporting


Develop high-quality data visualizations, dashboards, and presentations to support internal decision-making and external stakeholder engagement.
Assist in compiling periodic reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure accuracy, clarity, and coherence in all analytic and reporting outputs.


Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)


Support the monitoring and evaluation of ongoing projects, including tracking indicators, assessing progress, and documenting lessons learned.
Work with the Senior Manager to collect, validate, and analyze data required for project reviews.


Partnerships Coordination


Support coordination and implementation of Aceli's Partnerships Framework, including tracking engagements, preparing partnership updates, and supporting relationship management.
Assist in organizing meetings, including preparation of agendas, minutes, and follow-ups.
Help maintain a repository of partnership materials, databases, and engagement logs.


Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Economics, Development Studies, Finance, Business, Agriculture, Public Policy, Data Science).
0 - 3 years of professional experience.
Advanced research, analytical, and data interpretation skills; comfortable with Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
High attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of reports, presentations, and briefs.
A strong collaborator who can work well with peers and other Aceli team members.
A passion for or interest in the agricultural sector is a huge plus.