We Are Purposeful
We Are Purposeful is looking foe a Senior Learning and Insights Manager! This is a remote role with a preference for candidates based in the Global South. WHO WE ARE: . Remaking the world with and for girls Purposeful is a movement-building hub for adolescent girls and young feminists. We resource their resistance, accompany journeys of political education, build solidarity between and across movements, amplify their voices, catalyse collaborative philanthropy and support innovation in grassroots programming with and for girls and young feminists. Our work is both global and deeply local. In Sierra Leone, we bring our work together into one integrated strategy, sparking a groundswell of girls and young feminists who can access and imagine new possibilities for themselves and their communities. We move money to their allies to influence change, from communities to courtrooms. Across the world we support girls and young feminists organising and activism through a girl-led participatory grant-making process called the With and For Girls Fund. In times of crisis, we move money rapidly to girls and young feminists organising on the frontlines via the Global Resilience Fund. No matter where we are, we work so that girls and young feminists can access the resources, networks and platforms they need to remake the world for themselves. Purposeful is a proudly feminist organisation, with a strong intersectional power analysis. We pursue strategies that prioritise the collective liberation of girls. We are looking for team members who share our feminist ideals. We believe the best work happens in dialogue, and we value collective decision-making. We believe in celebrating success, amongst staff and partners alike. We are looking for team members with a deep commitment to collaborative working, and who bring a sense of joy and humour to what can be challenging work. We pride ourselves on our diversity, the multiple languages we speak and places we live. We are all parents or have other caring responsibilities. We prioritise work-life balance, many of us have other projects and passions outside of Purposeful. As a team we prioritise opportunities for learning, sharing, and embedding different worldviews. We are looking for team members who thrive in diverse and cross-cultural contexts, and who bring passion, creativity and a thirst for learning to their work. We are our partnerships. We are most proud of the shared vision we have built with our partners - rooted in mutuality, trust, and collaboration. We are looking for team members who will work tirelessly to rebalance power disparities in funder-partner relationships, acting as responsible stewards of resources of and for our movements. CONTEXT OF THIS ROLE: At Purposeful, learning is a political responsibility. We are reclaiming and organising our many ways of knowing, meeting stories with data, and building a robust case for this work. We are bridging traditional logical frameworks with feminist learning principles and creating space for their co-existence. The Senior Learning and Insights Manager will play a critical role contributing to a bold learning and insights strategy aligned with Purposeful s vision, mission, and growth, leading the design of data collection systems, contributing to data collection efforts, from surveys to storytelling, closing feedback loops and crafting knowledge products, intended to inform, influence and amplify. They will bring technical expertise across a range of quantitative and qualitative methodologies, they will come with curiosity and a willingness to share. The Learning and Insights Manager will work closely with the Learning and Insights Lead and across all Purposeful teams, particularly Grant-making, Communications and Resource Mobilisation. This is an exciting opportunity to join Purposeful at a time when we are launching a new strategy and consolidating everything we ve learned about our learning and insights approach over the last seven years. SCOPE OF WORK 1. Learning and Insights Strategy and Systems Contribute to the delivery and implementation of a new Learning and Insights strategy and results framework, building on our Learning Agenda. Lead the design and embedding of data collection tools and systems across Purposeful teams, in particular our global grantmaking and advocacy teams. Work closely with the Learning and Insights team to champion a culture of learning within Purposeful and with grantee partners. 2. Technical Support Lead cycles of data collection across our global grantmaking work - supporting regional teams with technical expertise, as and when needed. Periodically join learning calls, spaces and convenings with our grantee partners - embedding and supporting documentation. Lead regular cross team learning and insights meetings and drive follow up actions. Conduct periodic analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, and produce synthesis that informs strategic choices across thematic and regional work. Facilitate sense-making and feedback loops with the Purposeful team, girls, young feminists, and grantee partners. Manage timelines and workplans to feed into key learning and reporting moments. 3. Research Move learning grants to grantees (approximately five to ten grants annually) to enable them to document their work and/or conduct research which they have identified as a priority - this includes an application process, accompaniment plan and check-ins. Contribute to the delivery of research led or commissioned by Purposeful, this may include the reviewing TORS and methodologies, check ins with consultants, and reviewing deliverables. 4. Knowledge Production and Dissemination Conceptualize and produce case studies, briefs or other knowledge products underpinned by quantitative and qualitative data, to assist with case building. Contribute to the development of other external knowledge products as required, such as slidedecks, thematic briefs, regional briefs, blogs, op-eds, and research reports. Work across teams to identify opportunities to disseminate and amplify knowledge products, including conference spaces, social media campaigns, webinars, instagram lives and academic publications. Lead and/or contribute to the drafting of conference and journal abstracts. Represents Purposeful in high level external spaces, including conferences, funder collaborations and research partnerships. 5. Other Line manages one to two team members and oversees consultants as required. Respond to information needs and requests of the Senior Management and Leadership Team as needed. Stay abreast of research related to our work and research methodologies, by reviewing publications and attending related conferences, meetings, and other events. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience & Skills At least five to seven years of experience in MEL or research, including experience working with philanthropic funds, feminist organisations or social justice movements. Demonstrated experience designing and implementing learning frameworks and systems across multiple projects or funds. In-depth understanding of feminist issues, movement building, social justice and/or girls rights, or another thematic area, such as humanitarian aid or climate change, and how it relates to girls and young feminists. Experience in qualitative and quantitative research. The capacity to analyse, critique and identify themes and insights. Experience of Salesforce or another database or information management system. Proven experience facilitating cross team learning and influencing senior colleagues to act on evidence and insights. Excellent writing skills, with demonstrable experience of tailoring knowledge products for different audiences. Data visualisation skills are desirable. Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to multi-task. Strong (in-person and virtual) workshop development and facilitation skills. Strong project management skills. Confidence to work both independently and collaboratively. Fluency or high proficiency in a second language, preferably Arabic (spoken and written) Willingness to travel, approximately four to six weeks per year
We Are Purposeful is looking foe a Senior Learning and Insights Manager! This is a remote role with a preference for candidates based in the Global South. WHO WE ARE: . Remaking the world with and for girls Purposeful is a movement-building hub for adolescent girls and young feminists. We resource their resistance, accompany journeys of political education, build solidarity between and across movements, amplify their voices, catalyse collaborative philanthropy and support innovation in grassroots programming with and for girls and young feminists. Our work is both global and deeply local. In Sierra Leone, we bring our work together into one integrated strategy, sparking a groundswell of girls and young feminists who can access and imagine new possibilities for themselves and their communities. We move money to their allies to influence change, from communities to courtrooms. Across the world we support girls and young feminists organising and activism through a girl-led participatory grant-making process called the With and For Girls Fund. In times of crisis, we move money rapidly to girls and young feminists organising on the frontlines via the Global Resilience Fund. No matter where we are, we work so that girls and young feminists can access the resources, networks and platforms they need to remake the world for themselves. Purposeful is a proudly feminist organisation, with a strong intersectional power analysis. We pursue strategies that prioritise the collective liberation of girls. We are looking for team members who share our feminist ideals. We believe the best work happens in dialogue, and we value collective decision-making. We believe in celebrating success, amongst staff and partners alike. We are looking for team members with a deep commitment to collaborative working, and who bring a sense of joy and humour to what can be challenging work. We pride ourselves on our diversity, the multiple languages we speak and places we live. We are all parents or have other caring responsibilities. We prioritise work-life balance, many of us have other projects and passions outside of Purposeful. As a team we prioritise opportunities for learning, sharing, and embedding different worldviews. We are looking for team members who thrive in diverse and cross-cultural contexts, and who bring passion, creativity and a thirst for learning to their work. We are our partnerships. We are most proud of the shared vision we have built with our partners - rooted in mutuality, trust, and collaboration. We are looking for team members who will work tirelessly to rebalance power disparities in funder-partner relationships, acting as responsible stewards of resources of and for our movements. CONTEXT OF THIS ROLE: At Purposeful, learning is a political responsibility. We are reclaiming and organising our many ways of knowing, meeting stories with data, and building a robust case for this work. We are bridging traditional logical frameworks with feminist learning principles and creating space for their co-existence. The Senior Learning and Insights Manager will play a critical role contributing to a bold learning and insights strategy aligned with Purposeful s vision, mission, and growth, leading the design of data collection systems, contributing to data collection efforts, from surveys to storytelling, closing feedback loops and crafting knowledge products, intended to inform, influence and amplify. They will bring technical expertise across a range of quantitative and qualitative methodologies, they will come with curiosity and a willingness to share. The Learning and Insights Manager will work closely with the Learning and Insights Lead and across all Purposeful teams, particularly Grant-making, Communications and Resource Mobilisation. This is an exciting opportunity to join Purposeful at a time when we are launching a new strategy and consolidating everything we ve learned about our learning and insights approach over the last seven years. SCOPE OF WORK 1. Learning and Insights Strategy and Systems Contribute to the delivery and implementation of a new Learning and Insights strategy and results framework, building on our Learning Agenda. Lead the design and embedding of data collection tools and systems across Purposeful teams, in particular our global grantmaking and advocacy teams. Work closely with the Learning and Insights team to champion a culture of learning within Purposeful and with grantee partners. 2. Technical Support Lead cycles of data collection across our global grantmaking work - supporting regional teams with technical expertise, as and when needed. Periodically join learning calls, spaces and convenings with our grantee partners - embedding and supporting documentation. Lead regular cross team learning and insights meetings and drive follow up actions. Conduct periodic analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, and produce synthesis that informs strategic choices across thematic and regional work. Facilitate sense-making and feedback loops with the Purposeful team, girls, young feminists, and grantee partners. Manage timelines and workplans to feed into key learning and reporting moments. 3. Research Move learning grants to grantees (approximately five to ten grants annually) to enable them to document their work and/or conduct research which they have identified as a priority - this includes an application process, accompaniment plan and check-ins. Contribute to the delivery of research led or commissioned by Purposeful, this may include the reviewing TORS and methodologies, check ins with consultants, and reviewing deliverables. 4. Knowledge Production and Dissemination Conceptualize and produce case studies, briefs or other knowledge products underpinned by quantitative and qualitative data, to assist with case building. Contribute to the development of other external knowledge products as required, such as slidedecks, thematic briefs, regional briefs, blogs, op-eds, and research reports. Work across teams to identify opportunities to disseminate and amplify knowledge products, including conference spaces, social media campaigns, webinars, instagram lives and academic publications. Lead and/or contribute to the drafting of conference and journal abstracts. Represents Purposeful in high level external spaces, including conferences, funder collaborations and research partnerships. 5. Other Line manages one to two team members and oversees consultants as required. Respond to information needs and requests of the Senior Management and Leadership Team as needed. Stay abreast of research related to our work and research methodologies, by reviewing publications and attending related conferences, meetings, and other events. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience & Skills At least five to seven years of experience in MEL or research, including experience working with philanthropic funds, feminist organisations or social justice movements. Demonstrated experience designing and implementing learning frameworks and systems across multiple projects or funds. In-depth understanding of feminist issues, movement building, social justice and/or girls rights, or another thematic area, such as humanitarian aid or climate change, and how it relates to girls and young feminists. Experience in qualitative and quantitative research. The capacity to analyse, critique and identify themes and insights. Experience of Salesforce or another database or information management system. Proven experience facilitating cross team learning and influencing senior colleagues to act on evidence and insights. Excellent writing skills, with demonstrable experience of tailoring knowledge products for different audiences. Data visualisation skills are desirable. Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to multi-task. Strong (in-person and virtual) workshop development and facilitation skills. Strong project management skills. Confidence to work both independently and collaboratively. Fluency or high proficiency in a second language, preferably Arabic (spoken and written) Willingness to travel, approximately four to six weeks per year
We Are Purposeful
Job Title: Communications Director Reporting To: CEOs Location: Remote, with preference for candidates based in the Global South (occasional travel as required) Contract Type: Full-time Duration: 1 year Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000 WHO WE ARE: . Remaking the world with and for girls Purposeful is a movement-building hub for adolescent girls. We amplify girls voices, resource their resistance, build solidarity between and across girls movements, catalyse collaborative philanthropy and support innovation in grassroots programming with and for girls. Our work is both global and deeply local. In Sierra Leone, we bring our work together into one integrated strategy, sparking a groundswell of girls who can access and imagine new possibilities for themselves and their communities. Across the world we support girls organising and activism through a girl-led participatory grant-making process called the With and For Girls Awards. No matter where we are, we work so that girls and their allies can access the resources, networks and platforms they need to remake the world for themselves. Purposeful is a proudly feminist organisation, with a strong intersectional power analysis. We pursue strategies that prioritise the collective liberation of girls. We are looking for team members who share our feminist ideals. We believe the best work happens in dialogue, and we value collective decision-making. We believe in celebrating success, amongst staff and partners alike. We are looking for team members with a deep commitment to collaborative working, and who bring a sense of joy and humour to what can be challenging work. We pride ourselves on our diversity, the multiple languages we speak and places we live. We are all parents or have other caring responsibilities. We prioritise work-life balance, many of us have other projects and passions outside of Purposeful. As a team we prioritise opportunities for learning, sharing, and embedding different worldviews. We are looking for team members who thrive in diverse and cross-cultural contexts, and who bring passion, creativity and a thirst for learning to their work. We are our partnerships. We are most proud of the shared vision we have built with our partners - rooted in mutuality, trust, and collaboration. After years of informal and formal support to the Sierra Leone Adolescent Girls Network, we are proud to be part of a growing ecosystem of organisations working with and for girls. We are looking for team members who will work tirelessly to rebalance power disparities in funder-partner relationships, acting as responsible stewards of resources of and for our movements. CONTEXT OF THIS ROLE: At Purposeful, communications is political. It is how we amplify girls voices, sharpen feminist narratives, and push back against regressive agendas. The Communications Director will sit at the heart of this work - shaping and delivering a bold communications strategy aligned with Purposeful s vision, mission, and growth. This role leads the stewardship of Purposeful s voice, visual identity, and storytelling practice, ensuring that everything we produce - whether op-eds, reports, campaigns, or digital content - carries our politics with clarity and conviction. The Communications Director will work closely with the Co-CEOs and across all Purposeful teams, including Advocacy, grant-making, Learning & Insights, Programmes, and Resource Mobilisation, to amplify girls organising, showcase our impact, and influence the broader philanthropic and activist ecosystem. This is both a strategic and hands-on role, requiring a deep commitment to feminist movements, an instinct for storytelling as political practice, and a proven track record of positioning organisations on the global stage. SCOPE OF WORK 1. Communications Strategy & Leadership Lead on delivery and implementation of a new communications strategy, building on 2025 planning foundations. Work closely with the Co-CEOs and director team to horizon scan and adapt strategy in response to organisational vision and external landscape. Provide leadership to a small team of staff and consultants (designers, digital specialists, artists) and work collaboratively with partner communications leads on joint campaigns and initiatives. Meticulously manage and forecast the communications and editorial budget, ensuring value for money and strong planning. Track and analyse content performance, using insights to refine reach and engagement. 2. Storytelling & Content Development Oversee the creation of compelling storytelling content that highlights Purposeful s impact, amplifies girls and young feminists voices, and influences funders. Lead editorial planning and content workflows, balancing evergreen storytelling with crisis-response or time-sensitive outputs. Oversee production and capture of content from live and digital events (webinars, IG Lives, panels, etc.). Coordinate brand refresh projects, including a website refresh, and strengthen Purposeful s digital visibility with a focus on graphic-led content across social platforms. 3. Writing & Editorial Oversight Review and edit all external content to ensure quality, editorial standard, and alignment with Purposeful s voice and values. Write op-eds, blogs, social media posts, campaign messaging, press materials, and executive summaries. Collaborate with colleagues in Learning & Insights to integrate data into storytelling and publications. Edit and manage the production of publications and reports, commissioning artists and graphic designers as needed. Provide editorial oversight for media projects, including radio, film, and animation. 4. Media Engagement & Positioning Cultivate strong relationships with international, regional, and local media outlets. Proactively position Purposeful in global and regional conversations, ensuring girls and feminist movements voices are at the centre. Lead on preparing and supporting spokespersons, including Co-CEOs and external partners, for media engagement. Design and execute media strategies for key campaigns, events, and publications. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience developing and delivering communications strategies aligned with organisational goals. Demonstrated leadership in managing small teams and consultants. Strong hands-on skills in digital communication tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Canva, Adobe, basic video editing). Extensive experience in content planning and editorial workflows. Strong published track record (op-eds, blogs, media features) and evidence of positioning organisations in the public spotlight. Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience commissioning and managing creative contributors. Experience building and maintaining media relationships, particularly in activist and philanthropic contexts. Proven experience overseeing websites and digital platforms, using analytics to inform strategy. Strong project management and budget forecasting skills. Closing date: 31st October 2025
Job Title: Communications Director Reporting To: CEOs Location: Remote, with preference for candidates based in the Global South (occasional travel as required) Contract Type: Full-time Duration: 1 year Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000 WHO WE ARE: . Remaking the world with and for girls Purposeful is a movement-building hub for adolescent girls. We amplify girls voices, resource their resistance, build solidarity between and across girls movements, catalyse collaborative philanthropy and support innovation in grassroots programming with and for girls. Our work is both global and deeply local. In Sierra Leone, we bring our work together into one integrated strategy, sparking a groundswell of girls who can access and imagine new possibilities for themselves and their communities. Across the world we support girls organising and activism through a girl-led participatory grant-making process called the With and For Girls Awards. No matter where we are, we work so that girls and their allies can access the resources, networks and platforms they need to remake the world for themselves. Purposeful is a proudly feminist organisation, with a strong intersectional power analysis. We pursue strategies that prioritise the collective liberation of girls. We are looking for team members who share our feminist ideals. We believe the best work happens in dialogue, and we value collective decision-making. We believe in celebrating success, amongst staff and partners alike. We are looking for team members with a deep commitment to collaborative working, and who bring a sense of joy and humour to what can be challenging work. We pride ourselves on our diversity, the multiple languages we speak and places we live. We are all parents or have other caring responsibilities. We prioritise work-life balance, many of us have other projects and passions outside of Purposeful. As a team we prioritise opportunities for learning, sharing, and embedding different worldviews. We are looking for team members who thrive in diverse and cross-cultural contexts, and who bring passion, creativity and a thirst for learning to their work. We are our partnerships. We are most proud of the shared vision we have built with our partners - rooted in mutuality, trust, and collaboration. After years of informal and formal support to the Sierra Leone Adolescent Girls Network, we are proud to be part of a growing ecosystem of organisations working with and for girls. We are looking for team members who will work tirelessly to rebalance power disparities in funder-partner relationships, acting as responsible stewards of resources of and for our movements. CONTEXT OF THIS ROLE: At Purposeful, communications is political. It is how we amplify girls voices, sharpen feminist narratives, and push back against regressive agendas. The Communications Director will sit at the heart of this work - shaping and delivering a bold communications strategy aligned with Purposeful s vision, mission, and growth. This role leads the stewardship of Purposeful s voice, visual identity, and storytelling practice, ensuring that everything we produce - whether op-eds, reports, campaigns, or digital content - carries our politics with clarity and conviction. The Communications Director will work closely with the Co-CEOs and across all Purposeful teams, including Advocacy, grant-making, Learning & Insights, Programmes, and Resource Mobilisation, to amplify girls organising, showcase our impact, and influence the broader philanthropic and activist ecosystem. This is both a strategic and hands-on role, requiring a deep commitment to feminist movements, an instinct for storytelling as political practice, and a proven track record of positioning organisations on the global stage. SCOPE OF WORK 1. Communications Strategy & Leadership Lead on delivery and implementation of a new communications strategy, building on 2025 planning foundations. Work closely with the Co-CEOs and director team to horizon scan and adapt strategy in response to organisational vision and external landscape. Provide leadership to a small team of staff and consultants (designers, digital specialists, artists) and work collaboratively with partner communications leads on joint campaigns and initiatives. Meticulously manage and forecast the communications and editorial budget, ensuring value for money and strong planning. Track and analyse content performance, using insights to refine reach and engagement. 2. Storytelling & Content Development Oversee the creation of compelling storytelling content that highlights Purposeful s impact, amplifies girls and young feminists voices, and influences funders. Lead editorial planning and content workflows, balancing evergreen storytelling with crisis-response or time-sensitive outputs. Oversee production and capture of content from live and digital events (webinars, IG Lives, panels, etc.). Coordinate brand refresh projects, including a website refresh, and strengthen Purposeful s digital visibility with a focus on graphic-led content across social platforms. 3. Writing & Editorial Oversight Review and edit all external content to ensure quality, editorial standard, and alignment with Purposeful s voice and values. Write op-eds, blogs, social media posts, campaign messaging, press materials, and executive summaries. Collaborate with colleagues in Learning & Insights to integrate data into storytelling and publications. Edit and manage the production of publications and reports, commissioning artists and graphic designers as needed. Provide editorial oversight for media projects, including radio, film, and animation. 4. Media Engagement & Positioning Cultivate strong relationships with international, regional, and local media outlets. Proactively position Purposeful in global and regional conversations, ensuring girls and feminist movements voices are at the centre. Lead on preparing and supporting spokespersons, including Co-CEOs and external partners, for media engagement. Design and execute media strategies for key campaigns, events, and publications. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience developing and delivering communications strategies aligned with organisational goals. Demonstrated leadership in managing small teams and consultants. Strong hands-on skills in digital communication tools (e.g., Mailchimp, Canva, Adobe, basic video editing). Extensive experience in content planning and editorial workflows. Strong published track record (op-eds, blogs, media features) and evidence of positioning organisations in the public spotlight. Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience commissioning and managing creative contributors. Experience building and maintaining media relationships, particularly in activist and philanthropic contexts. Proven experience overseeing websites and digital platforms, using analytics to inform strategy. Strong project management and budget forecasting skills. Closing date: 31st October 2025
