Job Description
Position(s): Senior Partnership Officer
Organization: Clear Global
Location: All Around Globe
Deadline: 10th January 2025
Salary: 3,800-4,500USD/month
In a world increasingly driven by technology and innovation, the need for clarity and accessibility in communication is more critical than ever. At Clear Global, we are on a mission to bridge language gaps and promote social impact through effective communication strategies. As part of our ongoing commitment to this mission, we are excited to announce that we are hiring for the position of Senior Partnership Officer, a remote opportunity that allows you to contribute meaningfully to our vision of a world where language barriers no longer hinder human connection and understanding.
Who We Are
Clear Global is a dynamic organization that focuses on leveraging language technology to create social change. Our innovative Language AI solutions aim to empower communities around the world by providing accessible information in multiple languages. We collaborate with various stakeholders, including NGOs, government agencies, and private companies, to ensure that critical information reaches those who need it most, regardless of the language they speak.
By harnessing the power of technology and human expertise, we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can engage with their community, access essential services, and participate fully in society.
The Role of Senior Partnership Officer
The role
Language AI has made dramatic progress in recent years. Yet the 4 billion people worldwide who do not speak ‘major’ languages remain largely unserved, restricting their access to digital information and services. The digital language gap is widening. To tackle this, CLEAR Global launched the 4 Billion Conversations (4BC) initiative together with partners Africa and South Asia.
CLEAR Global’s 4BC initiative aims to close the digital language gap by making language technology available in marginalized languages. Language technology for these languages has vast potential to support social impact efforts ranging from climate change resilience to addressing gender-based violence. The 4BC initiative is carried by a network of program partners working on social impact activities and tech partners working on language AI.
As the Senior Partnership Officer, you will play a pivotal role in furthering the 4BC initiative and its associated projects. The 4BC initiative is at a pivotal moment, as we and our partners work to bring it to scale while language technology and AI have the world’s attention. Your primary responsibilities will be to support the growth and development of the 4BC initiative by building a network of stakeholders, engaging organizations on the priorities and concerns of the global majority, and further developing a shared vision for the future of language technology, particularly with a focus on Africa.
One example of recent initiatives to apply the recent advancements of language AI is the Agriculture Information Exchange Platform (AIEP) initiative, a collaboration funded by the Bill-and-Melinda-Gates Foundation and implemented by GIZ which CLEAR Global supports. The AIEP initiative aims to build the systems to get farmers in East Africa and India accessible information in their own languages and we expect this role to engage with this initiative closely.
Join us in driving innovation at the intersection of language technology and the social impact sector. Be a part of the 4BC initiative, contributing to impactful solutions that improve communication and collaboration in the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsibilities
- Your primary role will be to coordinate efforts across two key dimensions:
- 1. 4BC network: The 4BC initiative is not something that CLEAR Global does alone. The initiative lives through the network of partners who shape, contribute to and gain from it. You will be mobilizing the network, facilitating conversations with partners in the network and extending it through outreach activities to enhance the impact of the 4BC initiative. This might include:
- Actively expanding and nurturing the 4BC network by identifying, engaging, and onboarding new partners and collaborators.
- Conducting interviews with stakeholders, experts, and partners to gather insights on their needs, challenges, and ideas for shaping the 4BC initiative
- Presenting and representing the 4BC initiative to potential partners and stakeholders
- Keeping the network informed and engaged (e.g. through regular updates, talks or virtual meet-ups)
- Engaging bilaterally with existing partners, identifying new partners, introducing them to the 4BC initiative and onboarding them
- Facilitate dialogue between different sectors to explore cross-cutting applications of language technology
- 2. Supporting the vision of language technology: The 4BC initiative is driven by a vision for the future of language technology, particularly in Africa, and the impact it can have for the social good. Your role will be to support this vision, ensuring that the strategic direction aligns with the needs of stakeholders and emerging trends. You will contribute to the ongoing development of key thematic areas and facilitate the dissemination of knowledge to ensure broad engagement. This might include:
- Coordinating discussions and workshops
- Shaping white papers, reports, and other key deliverables that reflect the vision of the initiative and its long-term goals in close collaboration with leadership team members and directors in CLEAR Global and beyond
- Actively participating in the conversation around the intersection of technology, language, and social impact, bringing together stakeholders to explore new possibilities and challenges in these areas
- We expect that the primary outputs of this position in the first phase will be:
- The extended 4BC network including an overview of their needs, challenges and abilities
- A set of engagements on various topics like emerging tech, African tech, informed consent or AI for Agriculture, resulting in white papers or other summaries
- We envision this position to focus on Africa while building the initiative overall.
- Please note that these roles and responsibilities are approximate and may change over time, for instance, to include supporting the implementation of associated projects.
Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following skills and qualifications:
- Experience: Proven track record in partnership development, business development, or fundraising, preferably within the nonprofit sector or in a technology-focused organization.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
- Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust quickly with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and creatively, with a focus on developing innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- Cultural Competence: Understanding of and sensitivity to cultural differences, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Remote Work: Experience in remote work environments and managing projects across different time zones and cultures.
Why Join Clear Global?
- Make a Difference: By joining Clear Global, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the world. Your work will directly contribute to breaking down language barriers and improving access to vital information for communities around the globe.
- Collaborative Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We value diverse perspectives and encourage open communication within our team.
- Flexibility: As a remote organization, we provide the flexibility to work from anywhere, allowing you to create a work-life balance that suits your needs.
- Professional Growth: Clear Global is committed to the professional development of our team members. You will have access to resources, training opportunities, and mentorship to support your career growth.
- Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that embraces innovation and encourages creative problem-solving.
Qualifications
- You have proven professional experience and understanding of the language technology sector in Africa and its application to the humanitarian, international development and social impact sectors.
- You have a university degree in a relevant field; this could be computer science, AI, cognitive science, language or information technology.
- You have proven experience in stakeholder engagement, network building, and establishing coalitions
- You can work with a high degree of independence, tackle challenges proactively and have tolerance for change and uncertainty. Please help us to understand where you have shown this.
- This role will include many conversations with different people. Therefore, you should be a great communicator and listener who can facilitate conversations and discussions towards tangible outcomes.
- You are enthusiastic about CLEAR Global’s and the 4BC vision and agree with CLEAR Global’s basic beliefs and values.
- You have an existing network in the social impact, humanitarian or international development space and the technology space in Africa.
- We are a fully remote organization and you should be able to work virtually with team members based throughout the world.
- You have strong written, oral, and presentation skills in English. Additional languages, particularly including languages of Africa, as well as French are a great asset.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about utilizing language technology for social impact and meet the qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply for the Senior Partnership Officer position. Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and examples of past partnership successes to our HR team.
At Clear Global, we believe that the power of language can change lives. We are looking for driven individuals who share our vision and are ready to play a vital role in building a more inclusive and connected world. Join us in making a difference—apply today!
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Conclusion
In conclusion, the role of Senior Partnership Officer at Clear Global offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of social impact through language technology. If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position that allows you to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission to ensure that language is no longer a barrier to communication and understanding. Together, we can create positive change in the world.
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