YLabs Knowledge and Communications Lead Job Opportunity in Africa (Remote)

YLabs is accepting applications for a Knowledge and Communications Lead opportunity in Africa. This opportunity is hosted by YLabs and is listed as a regional role in Africa.

Application Deadline:

Not explicitly specified (Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; posting remains open until filled)

Tell Me About The Role:

The Knowledge and Communications Lead is a full-time, fully remote position within the Design Department (Job Level: P5 – Lead) at YLabs . In this role, you will drive the core narrative for a major multi-year partnership with a global foundation testing innovative youth programs across Africa . Working directly alongside researchers, designers, and project leads, you will be responsible for real-time content distillation—turning live partner thinking, complex research protocols, and 60-page technical reports into unified, high-impact decks, leadership briefs, quarterly reports, RFPs, and toolkits .

Which Fields are Eligible?

Strategic Communications, Technical Writing, Journalism, International Development, Public Health, Global Health, Philanthropy, Social Impact, and Human-Centered Design .

Type:

Full-Time Remote Role (12-month initial contract with possibility of extension)

Who can Apply?

Experience: Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in strategic communications, editorial, knowledge translation, or technical writing, with at least 3 years within international development, philanthropy, or social impact.

Technical Skills: Exceptional written English, strong editorial judgment, and technical fluency to read and structure research protocols, RFPs, and experiment design documents.

Location & Time Zone: Fully remote position open to candidates based in sub-Saharan Africa (GMT+0 to GMT+4 time zone, with preference for candidates based in East Africa).

Travel Requirement: Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time for field sprints and stakeholder alignment meetings.

Portfolio Requirement: Must demonstrate a portfolio of work covering various formats (reports, decks, briefs, blogs, and technical/research documents).

How are Applicants Selected:

Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis by the YLabs Hiring Committee based on candidate qualifications, portfolio depth, editorial judgment, technical writing fluency, and alignment with YLabs’ JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) principles . Successful candidates undergo interviews and background checks .

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Sub-Saharan African countries (specifically candidates residing within GMT+0 to GMT+4 time zones) .

Where will the Role be Taken?

Remote across sub-Saharan Africa (with up to 50% travel for field sprints) .

How Many Roles:

1 position

What is the Benefit of the Role:

Compensation: Annual pay range of $45,000 – $61,818 USD (benchmarked against YLabs’ P5 Africa salary bands and paid in the local currency of the staff member’s permanent work location).

Professional Impact: Direct ownership of narrative strategy for a major global foundation partnership focused on youth health and economic opportunities across Africa.

Flexible Working: Fully remote working structure within sub-Saharan Africa.

How Long Will it Last:

Initial 12-month contract term, with possibility of extension .

How to Apply:

Access the official application listing on the YLabs BambooHR careers page.

Prepare your CV/resume, cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing required written formats (reports, decks, leadership briefs, and technical/research writing).

Fill in your application details and submit your materials through the portal.

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