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Friday, February 03, 2012 — 

Zone 126 Program Associate

By Zone 126

The Program Associate will serve in a variety of essential roles in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment that is both challenging and collaborative. The associate will report primarily to the Executive Director, and will be involved in a variety of project types, including partnership development, research, strategic planning, internal governance development, and fundraising activities.
Friday, February 03, 2012 — 

Sales Manager

By Ongeza Ltd

The Sales Manager will recruit, train and manage the Ongeza rural sales team. The sales team is critical to the company's success, and the Sales Manager is responsible for all aspects of the sales team.
Friday, February 03, 2012 — 

Chief Operating Officer

By Ongeza Ltd

The Chief Operating Officer will run the company's day-to-day operations. Sales, marketing and operations management are key to Ongeza's success and the COO will build the team and lead it in these areas. S/he will be an integral part of senior management and help formulate and implement the business strategy.
Friday, February 03, 2012 — 

IT Manager

By Ongeza Ltd

The IT Manager will design and program Ongeza's MIS and sales management system, leveraging existing open source software. The IT Manager will work with the sales and marketing teams to refine and improve the system to meet their requirements. A suitable candidate will be an excellent Java programmer and will initially spend a larger part of his/her time programing.
Thursday, February 02, 2012 — 

Junior Project Manager

By Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

GIZ is looking for a Junior Project Manager that is knowledgeable in the topics of Inclusive Business and BoP markets.
Thursday, February 02, 2012 — 

Director of Product Design

By Driptech

Driptech is seeking a Director of Product Design, based in our India office. This position requires the desire and ability to lead Driptech’s product development efforts for our affordable irrigation systems. It will require demonstrated design skills, engineering and manufacturing experience, and leadership at all phases of the product development process. This role will manage an international team, and must have a track record of outstanding project successes.
Thursday, February 02, 2012 — 

Project Administrator

By Root Capital

Root Capital seeks an experienced Project Administrator who will be responsible for all administration and reporting associated with a 3-year initiative in Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Honduras co-funded by the IDB / MIF (ATN/ME-12851-RG) that will 1) provide financial training to rural agricultural cooperatives focused on management of internal credit funds, and 2) mobilize capital in coordination with local financial institutions. This position will lead all elements of project administration, including project accounting in coordination with Root Capital’s Finance department and reporting to Root Link activities and outcomes to project funders.
Thursday, February 02, 2012 — 

Freelance Writer - Indian Social Enterprise Sector

By Action For India

Seeking freelance writer to assist with professional, and occasional personal, communications, relating to a non-profit called Action For India (www.actionforindia.org)
Wednesday, February 01, 2012 — 

Pakistan Summer Associate – Portfolio (4 Positions)

By Acumen Fund

Acumen Fund will hire several Summer Associates to help research in portfolios and metrics, perform due diligence and support high-potential investments. These associates will be able to use their business skills in researching and analyzing organizations and will get practical insights into a new approach in social investing.
Wednesday, February 01, 2012 — 

Summer Intern – East Africa Portfolio (4 Positions)

By Acumen Fund

Acumen Fund East Africa will hire four Summer Interns to help analyze new markets within our portfolios, develop tools for benchmarking new pipeline, perform due diligence, document market research and enable knowledge sharing.
Wednesday, February 01, 2012 — 

Health Summer Associate

By Acumen Fund

Acumen Fund India is looking for a Summer Associate to work directly with the Health Portfolio team in Mumbai. Associates will help analyze new market opportunities within our portfolios area, develop tools for benchmarking new pipeline, and perform due diligence, document market research and enable knowledge sharing.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 — 

Project Director: Knight Foundation Media Project

By FrontlineSMS

FrontlineSMS has been awarded a grant by the Knight Foundation to design mobile tools for journalists, focusing on audience engagement and mobile reporting. We are looking for a Project Director who will be responsible for the delivery and day-to-day management of the Knight Foundation Project, and for shaping its strategic direction, growing our brand strength in the market and leading the project towards sustainability.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 — 

Business Development Associate

By Uncharted Play

Uncharted Play is currently seeking Business Development Interns to fill positions available in our Play for The Future Associate Program. All associates will be working on UP Inc.’s flagship award-winning product, the sOccket: a soccer ball that harnesses the energy from play and stores it like a portable generator that can power small electrical appliances critical in the developing world.
Monday, January 30, 2012 — 

Global Health Corps Fellow

By Global Health Corps

Global Health Corps is building a community of committed young leaders who share a common belief: Health is a human right. Regardless of your background, you can have an impact. We believe everyone has a part to play in the movement for global health equity.
Friday, January 27, 2012 — 

Programme Manager

By Start Up!

We are looking for an entrepreneurial person with a keenness to learn and grow with a small team that is focussed on social entrepreneurship. You will be a part of the incubation team for seed- and early-stage social enterprises. In parallel, you will also be the primary client liaison on consulting projects and facilitate the delivery of customised solutions to established social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations. The consulting projects that Start Up! undertakes are typically focussed on scaling up of organisations, research and development of products and services, building resilient institutions, due diligence, and assessing impact.
Friday, January 27, 2012 — 

Livelihoods Associate

By Kaarak

Kaarak Enterprise Development Services Pvt Ltd (www.kaarak.in), an entrepreneurial venture of a team of professionals whose expertise lies in social development. Essentially the group works for the development of micro, small and medium enterprises, livelihoods-promotion and employment generation with the overall objective of poverty alleviation and equitable growth in the developing and underdeveloped domains. The aim of the venture is to provide various enterprises and support institutions with services of the highest quality.
Friday, January 27, 2012 — 

VP of Marketing and Communications

By Global Partnerships

The Vice President (VP) of Marketing and Communications is a key new role, instrumental to furthering Global Partnership's goals at this critical juncture in the organization’s growth. Reporting directly to the CEO, this new leadership team member will introduce strategic marketing and communications initiatives to advance GP’s mission.
Friday, January 27, 2012 — 

Ghana Field Manager

By IDEX

The Field Manager (FM) will serve as the primary field contact and program liaison for the IDEX pilot program in Accra, Ghana. FM will live and work in Accra for a minimum of 12 months, monitoring and facilitating strong relationships between Fellows and host organizations on a consistent basis.
Thursday, January 26, 2012 — 

Intern – Strategy

By Roshan

Afghanistan and Roshan are in an exciting time of growth, providing a fast moving, entrepreneurial environment allowing you to set your own growth plan. You will have the opportunity to understand the complexities of the Telecommunications industry in an emerging market, live and work in a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment, and contribute substantially to the sustainable development
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 — 

Intern – Public Relations

By Roshan

Roshan is searching for an enthusiastic intern to support the public relations department in communication to various stakeholders.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 — 

Program Manager

By Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency

The newly-created Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is seeking multiple qualified candidates to serve as Program Managers.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 — 

Intern – Marketing

By Roshan

Roshan Marketing & Products Team is responsible for launching new products and promotions to the market and managing existing portfolio to achieve maximum efficiency for both customer satisfaction/loyalty and achieving desired business results.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 — 

Intern – Procurement & Logistics

By Roshan

Roshan is searching for an energetic intern to assist in the activities of Supply Chain Management. The Department deals with the activities related to the purchase, supply and management of inventory for all equipment for Roshan.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 — 

Technology Access and Adoption Advisor

By Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency

The newly-created Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as the Technology Access and Adoption Advisor. The Technology Access and Adoption Advisor will have primary responsibility for developing, implementing and supporting a portfolio of initiatives to improve farmer access to technology that will increase the quantity and quality of agricultural output.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 — 

Portfolio Manager, Venture Lab

By ACCION International

We are currently recruiting Portfolio Managers, who will be based in Washington, DC, Nairobi, Kenya, and/or Bangalore, India, and will report to the Vice President, Venture Lab. The role will be highly entrepreneurial, spanning emerging market venture investing, consulting/management, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on cutting edge innovation in financial inclusion.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 — 

Director Seed Program

By Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency

The newly-created Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as the Seed Program Director.
Monday, January 23, 2012 — 

2012 ProInspire Fellowship

By ProInspire

The Fellowship program runs for 12 months, with start dates in April 2012 and August 2012. Hiring partners include organizations focused on community development, education, international development, health, microfinance, social investing, and youth development.
Sunday, January 22, 2012 — 

Investments Intern

By Invested Development

Invested Development is looking for a highly motivated business student at the junior or senior undergraduate level. The ideal candidate enjoys learning about technology startups and businesses that create impact in emerging markets.
Thursday, January 12, 2012 — CA

Director, Centre for Impact Investing

By MaRS Centre for Impact Investing

Position Type: Full-time-Location: ON - Metro Toronto-Application Deadline: 2012-01-30-Category: Executive-Position Overview:-The Director, Centre for Impact Investing will provide strategic direction for the Centre’s programs and initiatives, manage the operations and staff of the Centre, and manage an extensive network of external stakeholders and partners.-About the Centre for Impact Investing-Building upon the foundational work of the Canadian Task For...
Thursday, January 12, 2012 — US

Lending Analysis Assistant

By Root Capital

SUMMARY-The Lending Analysis Assistant supports the growth of the analytical capacity of the Lending Team by providing additional analytical capabilities to the Lending Analysis Manager and to the Junior Analyst. He/she will also support ongoing projects between the Lending Analysis and the Impact Assessment team as appropriate. This position will work closely with other members of the lending team, accounting team, and supervisors. Through his/her work, s/he will reflect the organization’s...
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 — US

Graphic Design Internship with EIGHTY2DEGREES

By EIGHTY2DEGREES

INTERN WITH EIGHTY2DEGREES-Position: GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP-Location: Washington, DC-Wanted: *Intern on a mission to drive social change through design!-MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALITIES:-*passion *drive *creativity *professionalism *innovative thinking *an affinity for fun! *social consciousness-ABOUT EIGHTY2DEGREES:-Eighty2degrees is a multifaceted, creative studio that specializes in strategic and compelling solutions for those doing meaningful work. Our...
Tuesday, January 10, 2012 — IN

Technical Lead for a Startup Revolutionizing E-Governance in India

By NextDrop

NextDrop, a social enterprise that provides water delivery timing information via mobile phone to residents in urban India, seeks a candidate to serve as the technical lead to work on developing the NextDrop IVR/SMS platform, as well as custom dashboarding technologies for urban water utility clients.-How we make a difference: “Will I get water today?” Hundreds of millions of people around the world ask this question everyday. In cities with intermittent water (90% of the cities in Sou...
Sunday, January 08, 2012 — US

Team Coordinator/Manager

By The Technology Exchange Lab

The Technology Exchange Lab (TEL), an independent nonprofit that provides a platform for the global community to share innovative solutions to problems of poverty, is seeking a central coordinator to join our team of currently 6-8 researchers and volunteers based in multiple locations. Responsibilities will include: coordinating projects, tracking goals and timetables, furthering financial development and organizing administrative detail. You will oversee and contribute to website updates and social med...
Friday, January 06, 2012 — TZ

BOP Business Incubation

By Teknohama

Incubation in Arusha-Are you an entrepreneur or have entrepreneurial ideas/start-ups? Does your business target low income urban and/or rural communities and have high growth potential? Do you need support? Read on…-The Consortium now seeks applicants to be part of the Incubator to be based in Arusha, Tanzania. Applicants can...
Friday, January 06, 2012 — IN

Startup Fellows

By MeraDoctor

MeraDoctor in India is seeking 2-3 Startup Fellows to help with its expansion in a handful of states in India.-We’re looking for people who get excited about taking a simple, low-cost healthcare service to large scale by doing hard work on product design, distribution and maintaining service quality.-Although we launched in April 2011, we already have paid subscribers across Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and other states. Among other things, we need help for new distribution kicking off...
Friday, January 06, 2012 — US

Web Developer

By The Technology Exchange Lab

Looking for an opportunity to use your considerable skills in website programming to make a real difference in people's lives around the world? The Technology Exchange Lab, a young, not-for-profit enterprise, seeks a tech support team member to grow with us over the next year and beyond. You are experienced in- database development- content management development / user experience customization- CSS coding, php, etc.-Background in e-commerce, flash action scripting an...
Thursday, January 05, 2012 — UG

Chief of Party - Development Food Aid Program (1013)

By Samaritan's Purse

The Chief of Party is the senior management position for the proposed Samaritan’s Purse Development Food Aid Program (DFAP). This person will have oversight and managerial responsibility over all aspects of this multi-year and multi-agency program. S/he will be responsible for overall program implementation and staff development. The Chief of Party will provide direct oversight and leadership for the program.-RESPONSIBILITIES:- -Provide overall strategy and vision for...
Thursday, January 05, 2012 — US

IDEX Fellowship in Social Enterprise

By IDEX Fellowship/Gray Matters Capital/Gray Ghost Ventures

IDEX Fellowship for Social Enterprise is now accepting applications the 2012?2013 cohort. IDEX is an initiative of Gray Matters Capital Foundation (GMC) and Gray Ghost Ventures (GGV). The IDEX Fellowship is a paid 10?month field placement in a social enterprise that offers professional, cultural and social immersion into the field of social enterprise for college graduates interested in launching a career in the sector. Fellows are strategically placed to work with entrepreneurs to develop a blueprint...
Thursday, January 05, 2012 — DE

Design and Implementation of Workshops for the G20 Challenge on Inclusive Business Innovation

By GIZ

As a federal enterprise, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. Most of our work is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development.-Together with Saudi Arabia, Germany is co-facilitating the Pillar “Private Investment and Job Creation” of the G20 Development Agenda. The G20 is interes...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — US

Writing & Social Media Intern

By Endeavor

To apply, please send a brief cover letter, resume, and writing sample (or web links to blogs, etc.) to justin-at-endeavor.org.--Endeavor, a global nonprofit based in New York City which su...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — US

Social Media / Blogger Intern

By Distant Village Packaging

Distant Village Packaging is an exciting and rapidly growing international company specializing in custom hand-made packaging for specialty businesses. Distant Village Packaging focuses on eco-friendly and sustainable development and is a passionate contributor toward the betterment of the local communities and people we work with. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment in which you will be challenged, valued, and encouraged to grow with our company.-Job Description:- Writin...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — US

PR Intern

By Distant Village Packaging

Distant Village Packaging is an exciting and rapidly growing international company specializing in custom hand-made packaging for specialty businesses. Distant Village Packaging focuses on eco-friendly and sustainable development and is a passionate contributor toward the betterment of the local communities and people we work with.-We are actively seeking the right candidate to join our team as a part-time SEO Intern with an emphasis in Search Engine Optimization at our office and showroom in Chic...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — US

SEO Intern

By Distant Village Packaging

Distant Village Packaging is an exciting and rapidly growing international company specializing in custom hand-made packaging for specialty businesses. Distant Village Packaging focuses on eco-friendly and sustainable development and is a passionate contributor toward the betterment of the local communities and people we work with.-We are actively seeking the right candidate to join our team as a part-time SEO Intern with an emphasis in Search Engine Optimization at our office and showroom in Chic...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — US

Graphic Design Intern

By Distant Village Inc.

Distant Village Packaging is an exciting and rapidly growing international company specializing in the custom hand-made packaging for specialty businesses. Distant Village Packaging focuses on eco-friendly and sustainable development and is a passionate contributor toward the betterment of the local communities and people we work with.-We are actively seeking the right candidate to join our team as a part-time Graphic Design Intern at our office and showroom in Chicago. We offer a friendly and sup...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — KE

Entrepreneurial Marketing Project Manager

By Water and Sanitation for the Urban Poor

Application deadline: 31 January 2012-WSUP seeks a passionate, entrepreneurial and committed Marketing Project Manager for its Nairobi office.-We are a project team from WSUP, GAIN and Unilever working together to develop a market-based approach to improving the health of consumers in the Base of the Pyramid through water kiosks.-The Entrepreneurial Marketing Project Manager will be responsible for developing the business model and setting up a pilot to test the idea in Kenya. This res...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — TG

Program Director

By Hope Through Health

Hope Through Health (www.hthglobal.org) is looking for an entrepreneurial self-starter to serve as Program Director of our operations in Togo. This individual will lead the roll-out of a new strategic plan to expand HTH’s health systems strengthening activities in the public sector. The Program Director will need to cultivate strategic partnerships to advance the integration of all HTH activities with existing Ministry of Health (MOH) activities. The Program Director will support the day-to-day ma...
Wednesday, January 04, 2012 — PK: Karachi

Pakistan Fellows Program Manager

By Acumen Fund

Acumen Fund exists to help end poverty by changing how the world addresses it. We do this in two ways: we invest-patient capital- to identify, strengthen and scale business models that effectively serve the poor, and we champion and spread this approach as an effective complement to traditional aid, which can create dependence, or pure market approaches, which can bypass the actual needs of the poor. We raise philanthropic capital and invest in enterprises that provide critical goods and service...
Tuesday, January 03, 2012 — PK: Karachi

Pakistan Fellows Program Manager

By Acumen Fund

Acumen Fund exists to help end poverty by changing how the world addresses it. We do this in two ways: we invest -patient capital- to identify, strengthen and scale business models that effectively serve the poor, and we champion and spread this approach as an effective complement to traditional aid, which can create dependence, or pure market approaches, which can bypass the actual needs of the poor. We raise philanthropic capital and invest in enterprises that provide critical goods...
Tuesday, January 03, 2012 — US

Marketing Manager

By ImpactAssets

ImpactAssets, a 501(c)3 nonprofit financial services company, seeks an experienced marketing professional to oversee the management of our marketing efforts from strategic planning through implementation. With a proven track record in designing and managing marketing outreach for financial services firms to wealth advisors, high net worth individuals and the general public as well as interest in the impact/social/sustainable investing landscape, you will find your skills and experience well utilized...
Saturday, December 31, 2011 — UG: East Africa

Software Developer

By Carbon Keeper

Carbon Keeper is building the information infrastructure needed to get life changing clean energy technologies to the people who need them most. A revenue-funded, US-based startup with operations in East Africa, Carbon Keeper partners with rural energy companies to provide critical customer and supply chain data in some of the most challenging environments on the planet. A pilot web and mobile based platform active in Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya has recorded over 13,000 household energy transactions in ...

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