Bold Minds Africa

Volunteer Executive Director

Posted: 4 hours ago

Job Description

🌟 We’re Hiring a Volunteer Executive Director! Bold Minds Africa is seeking a mission-driven leader to guide our growing community-based organization in Bondo/Siaya County.If you're passionate about youth mental health, climate action, livelihoods, and SRHR/GBV, and you’re ready to help build a community-driven movement for young people — this role is for you.🔹 About the RoleAs Executive Director, you will provide overall leadership across strategy, programs, partnerships, fundraising, governance, and team development. This voluntary position is ideal for someone who believes in community transformation, enjoys building systems, and thrives in purpose-driven environments.🔹 Key ResponsibilitiesLead strategy, vision, and organizational growthOversee program design, implementation & evaluationMobilize resources and support grant writingStrengthen governance, policies & financial accountabilityMentor and support volunteers & program leadsBuild partnerships with communities, NGOs, government & youth networks🔹 Who We’re Looking ForA passionate changemaker with:Experience in nonprofit leadership, community initiatives, or project coordinationStrong communication, teamwork & strategic thinking skillsAbility to work independently and lead a growing CBOCommitment to serve in a voluntary capacity with integrityBonus: experience in fundraising or grant writing (not required)🔹 What You’ll GainLeadership experience in a growing CBOOpportunities to shape impactful youth programsNetworking with national & global partnersMeaningful community impact & personal fulfillmentA supportive Board and team🔹 How to ApplyEmail the following to: info.boldmindsafrica@gmail.com CC: director@boldmindsafrica.org, committee@boldmindsafrica.org1️⃣ Task: Describe a personal failure or challenge in community work/leadership and what you learned that prepares you for this role.2️⃣ CV/Resume (max 3 pages)3️⃣ Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining:Your motivationRelevant experienceYour 6–12 month vision as EDYour availability for voluntary service⏰ Deadline: 17/12/2025 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Bold Minds Africa is committed to diversity, inclusion & equal opportunity. We strongly encourage men, women, youth, community leaders, and persons with lived experience to apply.#VolunteerOpportunity #ExecutiveDirector #YouthLeadership #CommunityImpact #BoldMindsAfrica #NonprofitLeadership

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