Innovate UK KTN exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking – accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions. The vision is to create a network of innovators so powerful its ideas will change the world. In 2019, Innovate UK KTN embarked on an exciting six year project, the Global Alliance Africa, aiming to strengthen a shared innovation ecosystem spanning South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria and the UK.

NGO Recruit Partners is delighted to be supporting Innovate UK KTN in their search for a South Africa Country Lead.

The South Africa Country Lead will be responsible for ensuring the successful and timely delivery of Global Alliance Africa activities in South Africa to achieve their objectives and impacts. Ultimately, the incumbent will grow the Global Alliance Africa’s prominence in South Africa as a trusted innovation network aligned to the KTN 2025 Strategy.

We’re keen to hear from you, if in addition to meeting the requirements of the role, you appreciate the objectives of this rather exciting role.

For more information and application instructions, please see: South Africa Country Lead

Application Deadline: 23 May 2022

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.