AWDF Announces Programme Assistant – Resourcing (Bilingual) Job Opportunity for 2026

The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) has officially opened applications for the position of Programme Assistant – Resourcing (Bilingual) on a short-term contractual basis.

The organisation is inviting qualified and passionate professionals to apply before the deadline of 28 May 2026.

This exciting opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in programme administration, grant-making support, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder engagement within the development sector.

AWDF Expands Its Team with New Programme Assistant Opportunity

As one of Africa’s leading feminist grant-making foundations, the African Women’s Development Fund continues to strengthen its mission of supporting women’s rights organisations and gender justice initiatives across the continent.

The newly announced Programme Assistant – Resourcing (Bilingual) role will run from July 2026 to June 2027 and will support the organisation’s resourcing and grant-making operations.

According to AWDF, the selected candidate will work closely with programme teams and provide administrative and programmatic support to ensure the efficient implementation of grant-making activities and partner engagement processes.

Key Responsibilities of the Programme Assistant – Resourcing Role

The successful candidate will contribute to several strategic and operational areas within the organisation, including:

• Supporting grant-making and resourcing processes
• Assisting with programme administration and implementation
• Supporting monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems
• Coordinating budgeting and financial support activities
• Gathering programme data and reporting information
• Supporting project conceptualisation and stakeholder reporting
• Ensuring compliance with grant-making guidelines and procedures

The role will involve close collaboration with Programme Managers, Senior Programme Officers, and other members of the Resourcing Unit.

Ideal Candidate Profile

AWDF is seeking applicants who demonstrate:

• Experience in administrative and programmatic support
• Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, and learning processes
• Strong organisational and reporting skills
• Ability to support grant-making operations efficiently
• Experience working in development, nonprofit, or feminist organisations
• Bilingual communication abilities

The organisation particularly encourages qualified African women and gender-diverse individuals to apply, in line with its commitment to inclusion and feminist leadership.

About the African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF)

The African Women’s Development Fund is a pan-African feminist grant-making organisation headquartered in Accra, Ghana. AWDF works to mobilise financial, human, and material resources to support African women’s rights organisations and movements committed to social transformation and gender equality.

Over the years, the organisation has become widely recognised for advancing feminist philanthropy, supporting grassroots initiatives, and promoting sustainable development across Africa.

Application Process

Interested candidates are required to submit:

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) explaining their interest, competencies, and suitability for the role
• A CV (maximum three pages) outlining educational qualifications, employment history, and relevant achievements

Applications must be submitted through AWDF’s official recruitment portal before Thursday, 28 May 2026.

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Programme Assistant – Resourcing position offers professionals an opportunity to contribute to impactful feminist and development work within a respected continental organisation.

Candidates selected for the role will gain valuable experience in grant management, programme coordination, and organisational learning while supporting initiatives that advance women’s rights and social justice across Africa.

For development professionals seeking meaningful work within an internationally respected feminist institution, this role represents a valuable career opportunity in the nonprofit and grant-making sector.

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