About the Role 

At the core of our new five-year strategy is an ecosystem approach that aims to amplify our impact by 100x. The Empowerment Hub, one of three strategic pillars at Instiglio, has the mandate to galvanize a global movement of civil servants and development practitioners who not only believe in a better public sector but are empowered, inspired, and mobilized to achieve it. We drive this through strategic partnerships, knowledge sharing, and targeted advocacy – working in synergy with the Communications team, which plays a vital role in amplifying visibility and curating Instiglio’s brand. 

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to manage these two interconnected areas within Instiglio: The Empowerment Hub and our Brand and Communications team.

How you will make an impact 

You will play an orchestrating role across various teams – from the leadership to partnership development, and the people team; elevate Instiglio’s voice in the effectiveness arena; and ensure we meet our influence and outreach KPIs. You will advise and support leadership in crafting thought-provoking and insightful content (from op-eds, to keynote speeches, to policy notes), develop and supervise strategic outreach and dissemination efforts for various audiences (primarily government partners, aid agencies, funders, and talent), and ensure Instiglio’s brand is a powerhouse at the service of our mission. 

The ideal candidate is an experienced leader and communicator who thrives in big-picture thinking and strategy while holding the necessary details needed for exceptional execution. The candidate will be an advisor and an editor-in-chief on all thought leadership and outreach material and hence should possess excellent writing skills and a deep understanding of international development and government and aid effectiveness. They should have a demonstrated passion and ability to wield communications as an instrument of profound change – weaving compelling narratives that create magnetic brands, energizing movements, mobilizing communities, and ultimately fostering mindset shifts that can reshape how people think about and approach social and environmental impact.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to: 

Strategy Development and Accountability  

• Support the development and lead the implementation of Instiglio’s Empowerment Hub and communications strategies, actively engaging with pillar, regional, and sector leads, as well as our people team, on our influencing goals and tactics. 
• Track and integrate the key trends and influential voices in government effectiveness and development, through external sources (e.g., Devex, SSIR) as well as internal leadership and insights. 
• Track and analyze reach and engagement and optimize tactics to ensure performance against organizational and grant KPIs. 
• Prepare and deliver quarterly and annual reports for the Board and other internal and external stakeholders.

Brand Development & Internal Capacity Building 

• Safeguard Instiglio's brand identity and guide its evolution. 
• Build internal capacity for thought leadership and communications, ensuring all Instiglians are effective brand ambassadors united through a consistent, reputable, and impactful voice. 
• Foster and coordinate cross-functional collaboration to create and maintain effective knowledge management systems. 

Content Creation & Outreach Strategies  

• Drive the development and oversee the creation of compelling content across all channels, ensuring quality and consistency of all external-facing materials and alignment with our organizational strategy and values. 
• Design targeted campaigns that spotlight our team’s and our partners’ achievements, and identify strategic moments, opportunities, and new champions to influence target stakeholders and amplify Instiglio’s goals and objectives. 
• Manage media relations, including pitching and elevating thoughtful content and advising on best-suited channels to publish the content, including digital media. 
• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies covering various channels (website, newsletters, social media, events, tailored collateral, etc.) to reach and influence key audiences. 

 Strategic Partnerships and Fundraising  

• Foster relationships and partnerships with peer organizations and thought-leaders in the field (organizations such as CGD, SSIR, or JPAL) to generate evidence and advance the results agenda across sectors and regions. 
• Develop relevant concept notes and proposals in collaboration with the Fundraising and Regional Business Development teams to bring in flexible funding that can grow the capacity of the Empowerment Hub and Communications.

Who you are

We are building a team of resourceful go-getters who are driven by our mission, curious about the world, and dedicated to a life of learning and service. You are likely to be a good fit for this role if you bring: 

• Education: Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, Public Administration, International Relations, Development Studies or related fields.  
• Knowledge and Experience:  
  • At least 8 years of relevant experience in development communications, international development, public advocacy or philanthropy sector. 
  • Experience in an entrepreneurial environment and/or experience expanding the visibility of a niche brand.   
  • A strong track record of previous communications and advocacy campaigns skills, experience in effectively positioning an organization’s brand narrative and communicating its vision and plans to a range of audiences.  
  • Experience and comfort in interacting with high-level contacts in public policy, including public sector employees in developing country governments, NGOs, foundations, donors, and multilateral aid agencies.   
  • Ability to translate technical, policy and complex topics into compelling advocacy agendas and influential communication brand materials.  
  • Understanding of the range of possible advocacy tools available to influence key targets and their applicability in a complex situation. 
  • Excellent narrative sense and drive to achieve highest possible impact. 
  • A network of development practitioners, policymakers, social innovators, media contacts across the global development ecosystem is a plus. 
• Knowledge of software: Advanced skills in all Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, and Word), SharePoint. 
• Languages: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (C1). Proficiency in French and/or Spanish would be a plus.  
• Skills: 
  • Strong, advocacy and influencing skills.  
  • Excellent written, oral, and visual storytelling skills in a variety of styles - from long-form reports, thought pieces and social media - for use across print and digital formats.  
  • Strong project management, organization, and detail orientation skills. 
  • Ability to provide leadership, communicate effectively, and promote a team high-performing environment and enhance team motivation, growth, and commitment to organizational success. 
  • Strong intellectual curiosity and strategic thinking abilities. 
  • Quickly absorbs large amounts of content and extracts key insights. 
  • Able to organize complex ideas clearly and communicate them persuasively. 
  • Comfortable working independently with minimal guidance, showing creativity and resourcefulness. 

How you can grow with us

Every day, your work will aim for impact while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration, and high performance. You will get to support teams managing impactful projects, be exposed to a wide range of methods, the international environment, room for taking responsibility, and a chance to collaborate with our diverse teams. 

Managers at Instiglio have a chance to develop a variety of skills, lead internal initiatives, with the guidance of more experienced senior staff. Instiglio has a strong feedback culture, with all staff receiving formal, structured reviews, in addition to real-time feedback. Additionally, a mentorship system and development plans are in place to ensure that staff receive proper support in their professional development. 

Working model and benefits  

This opportunity is open to both local and international candidates. The successful candidate would be based in one of our offices i.e. Colombia, Kenya, Morocco and USA.

Instiglio has adopted a hybrid working model, i.e., at least two (2) days a week at the office for face-to-face connections. Instiglio offers generous benefits, which include personal days, remote workdays, travel and health insurance, a company holiday additional to vacation, and parental leave, among others. 

Interested? Join our team! 

Submit your application by attaching an English version of your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter, answer the following questions: (1) Why are you a good fit for this role? (2) What is your motivation to apply to Instiglio? We will review applications on a rolling basis.