Job Opening: Director of Impact – The Luminos Fund (Education & Data Role)

The Luminos Fund, an international nonprofit dedicated to providing education opportunities for marginalized children, is seeking a Director of Impact to lead its dynamic Impact team. This full-time role may be based in one of Luminos’ offices in Accra, Addis Ababa, Banjul, Boston, London, or Monrovia, or remotely in a time zone between GMT-5 to GMT+3. The position requires up to 25% travel to challenging contexts in Africa and the Middle East.

The Director of Impact will play a crucial role in shaping the organization’s approach to data-driven decision-making. The Impact team is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data to enhance learning outcomes for marginalized children. This role is ideal for experienced professionals with expertise in impact measurement, data analysis, and strategic thinking.

Who Should Apply?

Luminos Fund welcomes applicants from diverse professional backgrounds, including but not limited to:

• Monitoring and evaluation within the nonprofit sector

• Management consulting

• Technical product management

• Data science

• Other fields requiring strong data analysis and strategic leadership

Eligibility Criteria

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (one degree must be in a quantitative field).

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in cross-cultural contexts.

• At least 3 years leading high-performing technical teams.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills.

• Experience in user-centered system design and implementation.

• Strong understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.

• Proficiency in SQL, R, Python, Tableau, Power BI.

• Experience analyzing learning data (EGRA/EGMA preferred).

• Willingness to become an expert in foundational literacy and numeracy.

• Experience collaborating with government partners is a plus.

Location Requirement:

• Must be based in a time zone from GMT-5 to GMT+3.

Key Responsibilities

1. Impact Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and implement Luminos’ impact strategy.

• Ensure alignment between impact strategy and teaching & learning strategy.

• Serve as a thought leader in impact measurement.

• Work with the Development team on funding opportunities.

2. Program Development for Impact

• Ensure strong impact-driven program design and implementation.

• Lead research and develop innovative solutions for program effectiveness.

• Oversee impact assessments for new and existing programs.

• Collaborate with the Teaching & Learning team to use data for program improvements.

3. Data Management and Analysis

• Develop and maintain robust data systems for program impact measurement.

• Ensure data quality across the organization.

• Analyze and report program data for decision-making.

4. Team Leadership and Development

• Recruit and manage a high-performing Impact team.

• Foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

• Build the Impact team’s capacity for evidence-informed decision-making.

• Manage program budgets efficiently.

5. Financial Management

• Develop and monitor budgets.

• Track expenses and prepare financial reports.

Application Process

Interested applicants must complete an online application with their resume or CV.

Application Requirements

Applicants will need to provide:

• Permanent and present addresses, email, and phone number.

• Disclosure of any personal relationships with Luminos Fund employees or Implementing Partners.

• Expected salary range.

Compensation

• Salary range: $80,000 – $130,000 USD per year.

• Compensation is adjusted based on experience, qualifications, and location.

• For candidates outside the US East Coast, salaries reflect local market conditions and cost of living.

Why Join the Luminos Fund?

Luminos Fund is globally recognized for its impact in education and has received numerous accolades, including:

• 2022 Klaus J. Jacobs Best Practice Prize

• Library of Congress International Literacy Award

• Lipman Family Prize

• WISE Award

• HundrED Global Innovation Award (six consecutive years)

Luminos is supported by notable funding partners such as:

• Cartier Philanthropy

• Legatum

• UBS Optimus Foundation

How to Apply

To apply for the Director of Impact position, visit the official application portal at here.

For more details, refer to the official Call for Applications.

If you are passionate about using data to drive change in education, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of marginalized children worldwide. Apply today to become a leader in evidence-based education initiatives at Luminos Fund.

The Luminos Fund is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is celebrated, and the organization is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. Applications are considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Apply now and be part of a global movement transforming education for out-of-school children!