Job Opening: Project Director for DREEM Initiative – WUSC Kenya (Nairobi, Hybrid)

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Project Director, DREEM – WUSC Kenya (Hybrid, Nairobi)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports To: Senior Director of Programs, WUSC Ottawa
Contract: 1-year fixed term (renewable)
Languages: English (required); French (preferred)
Application Deadline: February 4, 2026
Start Date: March 1, 2026

About WUSC
WUSC is a Canadian international development organization dedicated to improving education and economic outcomes for young people, with a focus on women and displaced populations. Operating in 28 countries, WUSC works with governments, civil society, schools, volunteers, and businesses to deliver youth-centered solutions.

About the Role
WUSC is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead Phase II of the DREEM initiative (2026–2031), which aims to support refugee, displaced, and host community (RDP) youth across Africa in accessing education and dignified work. A key component of this initiative is strengthening Refugee-Led Organizations (RLOs) and equipping local partners with tools and technical support for sustainable impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead project strategy, implementation, and performance across multiple countries, ensuring alignment with WUSC and donor priorities.
• Oversee technical assistance delivery through structured mechanisms and provide guidance to staff and partners.
• Foster innovation and learning, integrating knowledge sharing across WUSC programs.
• Manage relationships with donors, governments, private sector actors, and civil society partners.
• Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems to track outcomes and inform adaptive management.
• Lead a team of ~35 staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Oversee budgeting, financial management, and reporting, ensuring accountability and value for money.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in senior management roles, ideally in development, forced displacement, or education initiatives.
• Experience managing multi-country programs and technical assistance facilities.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Advanced knowledge of forced displacement and youth inclusion in Africa.
• Fluency in English; French is an asset.
• Ability to travel frequently within Africa and occasionally internationally.

Why Join WUSC?
This role offers the opportunity to influence youth-focused development at scale, work in a dynamic international team, and make a lasting impact on refugee and displaced communities. WUSC values innovation, integrity, and inclusion and provides a flexible, supportive work environment.

Application Process
WUSC is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Please submit applications by February 4, 2026.