Regional Director

Job Summary

The Regional Director will be the driving force behind the WTS Foundation’s mission to promote renewable energy through training and capacity building. This role requires a strategic visionary with strong leadership skills, a passion for renewable energy, and a commitment to fostering growth and innovation. The Regional Director will oversee all aspects of the Foundation’s operations, including program development, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and organizational management.

Key Responsibilities

• Fundraising and Resource Development
  • Lead fundraising efforts to secure financial support from donors, foundations, corporations, government agencies, and more.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure the financial sustainability of the Foundation.
  • Lead the coordination with our various specialists and industry partners for funding and proposal partnership activities. 
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build and maintain partnerships with our sponsors and funding organizations, industry leaders, educational institutions, government agencies, and community organizations.
  • Represent the Foundation at conferences, events, and public forums to promote its mission and programs.
• Organizational Management
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Foundation, including financial management, human resources, and administrative functions.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Establish metrics and evaluation frameworks to measure the impact of the Foundation’s programs.
  • Use data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Team Leadership
  • Coordinate our external advisors and Board members.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of staff and volunteers.
  • Encourage professional growth and development opportunities for team members.
• Communications and Outreach
  • Develop and implement communication strategies to raise awareness of the Foundation’s work.
  • Oversee the creation of marketing materials, newsletters, reports, and social media content.

Qualifications

• Technical background, Bachelor of Master level engineering or similar.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role, preferably within a foundation, NGOs, the renewable energy sector or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in program development, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement.
• Good understanding of capacity development landscape in Africa. 

Skills Required

• Strong strategic planning and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse team
• Financial acumen and experience with budget management
• Proficiency in using technology and software for program management and communication

Compensation and Benefits

• A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate.