Transform Governance Education, Join ASG: 8 Exciting Job Opportunities to Shape Africa’s Future
Are you passionate about governance, leadership, and driving change in Africa? The African School of Governance (ASG) is seeking talented individuals to fill 8 diverse job openings. This is your chance to contribute to the future of African governance while growing professionally in an innovative and supportive environment.
Why ASG Needs You
- Expanding Mission: ASG is dedicated to advancing good governance, public administration, and leadership across the continent.
- Diverse Roles: With eight positions available, ASG is looking for dynamic professionals to join its transformative team.
- Impactful Work: Help shape the governance landscape of Africa while addressing critical challenges through leadership and innovation.
- VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
About the Role
The Vice President for Academic Affairs will:
- Provide strategic academic leadership to align ASG’s vision with education, research, and policy engagement.
- Oversee academic programs, faculty development, and research initiatives, ensuring relevance and impact.
- Build academic partnerships and foster collaborations with policymakers, industry leaders, and global think tanks.
- Translate ASG’s vision into innovative programs for governance and sustainable development.
Key Qualifications
- Proven leadership in academic teaching, research, and administration.
- Strong commitment to Africa and experience in Africa-specific governance and development challenges.
- A record of influencing senior policymakers in government, private sector, or civil society is advantageous.
- Ability to thrive in a start-up environment, with a forward-thinking and innovative approach.
Work Environment
- Full-time, on-campus position in Kigali, Rwanda.
- ASG embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in its recruitment process, welcoming atypical career paths and career breaks.
- PROFESSOR OF ECONOMICS FOR PUBLIC POLICY
About the Role
The Professor of Economics for Public Policy will:
- Shape transformative leadership and public policy in Africa and beyond through teaching, research, and policy engagement.
- Focus on development economics, macroeconomics, microeconomics, and quantitative analytical methods.
- Utilize contemporary data tools to analyze economic and policy issues.
- Contribute to ASG’s mission of tackling governance challenges in Africa by integrating economic insights into public policy development.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Excellence:
- Distinguished record of research published in high-impact journals.
- Proven teaching effectiveness in university settings.
Policy Expertise:
- Familiarity with African governance and development issues.
- Leadership in applying economics to public policy and development in real-world contexts, especially in Africa.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Economics.
- Extensive experience in teaching, research, and policy engagement.
Skills:
- Proficiency in contemporary data analytical tools.
- Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities.
Work Environment
- Full-time, on-campus presence required in Kigali, Rwanda.
- Start-up environment requiring adaptability and innovation.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity in recruitment.
- DIRECTOR OF POLICY STUDIES
About the Role
The Director of Policy Studies will:
- Lead and manage ASG’s four research centers:
- Center for African History and Leadership
- Center for Home-Grown Innovations in Policy and Governance
- Center for Technology and Effective Delivery
- Center for Trade and Regional Integration
- Oversee research and policy engagement initiatives, connecting academic rigor with practical industry and policy insights.
- Publish impactful governance and policy research targeted at academic and non-academic audiences.
- Build bridges between academia, policymakers, and industry leaders to address Africa’s unique policy and governance needs.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Academic and Leadership Excellence: Proven track record in academia or global think tanks, with experience in policy research, commentary, and publication.
- Policy and Governance Expertise: Deep understanding of African policy-making and implementation, with a focus on public policy, governance, and regional integration.
- Collaboration Skills: Demonstrated ability to influence senior policymakers in governments, private sector, and civil society.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic start-up environment.
Work Environment
- Full-time, on-campus position in Kigali, Rwanda.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, with consideration of atypical career paths and career breaks.
- PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF POLITICAL ECONOMY
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching: Deliver courses focused on the political economy of development in Africa, examining the interaction between political and economic systems, the nature of the African State, institutions of government, and the political economy of economic reform.
- Research: Conduct interdisciplinary research on critical issues facing African countries, such as globalization, democracy, and the link between governance and economic development.
- Curriculum Development: Contribute to curriculum innovation, with a focus on graduate and executive-level education.
- Collaboration: Lead collaborative projects, secure research funding, and contribute to ASG’s growing academic and policy influence.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Credentials:
- PhD in Political Economy, Political Science, Political Economy of Development, or a related field.
- A strong publication record in top-tier academic and policy journals, with evidence of sustained research productivity.
- Teaching Experience:
- Proven excellence in teaching and curriculum development, particularly at the graduate and executive education levels.
- Research Leadership:
- Experience in securing research funding and leading collaborative research projects.
- Adaptability:
- Ability to thrive in a start-up academic environment and contribute to shaping the future of ASG.
- Work Environment
- Location: Full-time, on-campus presence in Kigali, Rwanda.
- PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching: Deliver innovative graduate-level courses in international relations and diplomacy, with opportunities for executive education programs.
- Research: Conduct and publish impactful research in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to African and global policy discourse.
- Engagement: Mentor graduate students and collaborate on projects that align with ASG’s governance and policy objectives.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Excellence:
- PhD in International Relations, Political Science, or a related field.
- Strong publication record, including contributions to African and global policy discussions.
Teaching and Mentorship:
- Proven experience teaching at the graduate level, with a preference for executive education experience in diplomacy and international relations.
Adaptability:
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, start-up academic environment.
Work Environment
- Location: Full-time, on-campus presence in Kigali, Rwanda.
- PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF AFRICAN HISTORY
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching: Design and deliver postgraduate courses that examine African historical perspectives on governance and development.
- Research: Conduct and publish impactful research in leading peer-reviewed journals, policy or popular publications, and books.
- Collaboration: Secure research funding, lead collaborative projects, and mentor postgraduate students.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Academic Excellence:
- PhD in African History or a closely related field.
- Strong publication record, including peer-reviewed journals and books, with a demonstrated ability to communicate historical insights to broad audiences.
- Teaching and Mentorship:
- Proven experience in teaching at the postgraduate level and mentoring future scholars.
- Leadership and Research:
- Success in attracting research funding and leading collaborative research initiatives.
- Adaptability:
- Ability to excel in a dynamic, start-up academic environment.
Work Environment
• Location: Full-time, on-campus presence in Kigali, Rwanda.
- PROFESSOR OF PUBLIC POLICY
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching: Deliver high-quality instruction for the Master’s of Public Administration (MPA) program and supervise MPA graduate students during their thesis research or capstone projects.
- Research: Conduct and publish impactful research on public policy and administration in Africa, with international publications in highly ranked academic and policy journals.
- Administration: Contribute to the academic and operational development of ASG.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Excellence:
- PhD in Public Policy, Public Administration, or a closely related field (preferred).
- Track record of international publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Expertise in Governance:
- Strong understanding of civil service reform and its role in effective public policy delivery in Africa.
- Theoretical, empirical, and practical knowledge of policymaking and implementation in Africa or other developing countries.
- Experience at the nexus of academia and industry/policy is an advantage.
Leadership and Adaptability:
- Ability to excel in a dynamic start-up environment.
- Commitment to mentoring graduate students and fostering an inclusive academic environment.
Work Environment
- Location: Full-time, on-campus presence in Kigali, Rwanda.
- PROFESSOR OF LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS
Key Responsibilities
The Professor of Leadership and Ethics will play a pivotal role in:
- Delivering ASG’s mission to cultivate leaders capable of addressing Africa’s governance and policy challenges.
- Contributing to global conversations on leadership, ethics, and governance.
- Mentoring and supervising the next generation of African leaders.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Academic Excellence:
- Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications in leadership, ethics, or related fields.
- Proven excellence in teaching and research in higher education.
Leadership and Mentorship:
- Dedication to mentoring students and fostering equity and inclusion in education.
- Demonstrated ethical leadership and expertise in transformational leadership.
Qualifications:
- PhD in leadership, ethics, organizational leadership, or closely related fields.
- Experience in both academic teaching and research on leadership is an advantage.
Adaptability:
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic start-up environment.
Work Environment
- Full-time, on-campus presence in Kigali, Rwanda.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and transparency in recruitment processes.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or inquire confidentially by contacting:
- Gordon Drummond: gdrummond@wittkieffer.com
- Evan Yeckley: eyeckley@wittkieffer.com
Take this opportunity to influence governance education in Africa and beyond—apply today!
