Team Leader - Somalia Stability Fund III (SSFIII)

Somalia Stability Fund invites qualified candidates to apply for the Team Leader - Somalia Stability Fund III (SSFIII) role in Nairobi. The position falls under the Management/leadership sector and is open to qualified professionals. Applications are open until Feb, 15. Don't miss this opportunity. Job description Background Adam Smith International (ASI) has been contracted by the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) to deliver the Somalia Stability Fund (SSF). The SSF III is a follow on from SSF I & II, implemented from 2012 to 2016 and 2016 to 2021 respectively. The current phase is implemented by an ASI-led consortium that includes First Call Partners, Laasfort Consulting and Interpeace. The Fund delivers its activities through: i) government entities at the FGS level and in all FMSs; ii) ‘framework partners’, i.e. consortia delivering on thematic areas throughout the lifecycle of the Fund; and iii) ‘non-framework partners’ i.e. entities contracted for one-off initiatives; and iv) core partners (partners delivering core services such as MEL and Research). The programme is funded by the UK, Denmark, the European Union (EU), Germany, the Netherlands, and the US. Objectives of SSF III SSF III aims to improve stability in Somalia through more inclusive distribution of power and resources, greater political responsiveness and accountability, and acknowledgement and redress of historical human rights violations. 2. Main Tasks and Responsibilities The Team Leader is responsible for overall strategic leadership of the programme, senior stakeholder engagement, quality and timeliness of delivery, and ensuring the Fund remains adaptive to political and contextual change. The Team Leader’s role has a range of tasks and responsibilities grouped as follows: Leadership and Strategy Lead the Fund Manager, working with the Head of SSF and Project Director, promoting high performance, staff well-being, retention and behaviours aligned with ASI values. Foster a culture of learning, adaptation, and politically informed programming – and ensure alignment of team and implementation partners around programme strategy and interventions. Oversee the design, procurement and delivery of a coherent portfolio of activities aligned with SSF strategy and ris === Skills & Qualifications === Job requirements Preferred Qualifications & Experience Somalia experience, including understanding of federal–member state relations, political settlements, clan dynamics, conflict drivers, and sub-national governance. Strong technical expertise in one or more of the SSF thematic areas: democratisation, local governance, conflict management, conciliation, or community-level stabilisation. Experience working for major development partners, such as FCDO, EU, USAID, Denmark, Germany or the Netherlands, and an understanding of donor requirements, compliance obligations, and reporting standards. Experience working within consortium structures, managing relationships between implementing partners and ensuring coherence across multiple workstreams. --- About Nairobi --- Nairobi, Kenya's capital, is the largest city in East Africa and a major hub for international organizations, UN agencies, and multinational companies. The city serves as the regional coordination center for many Horn of Africa operations, offering diverse career opportunities across development, technology, finance, and humanitarian sectors. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Soomaaliya • Shaqo Cusub

Job requirements Preferred Qualifications & Experience Somalia experience, including understanding of federal–member state relations, political settlements, clan dynamics, conflict drivers, and sub-national governance. Strong technical expertise in one or more of the SSF thematic areas: democratisation, local governance, conflict management, conciliation, or community-level stabilisation. Experience working for major development partners, such as FCDO, EU, USAID, Denmark, Germany or the Netherlands, and an understanding of donor requirements, compliance obligations, and reporting standards. Experience working within consortium structures, managing relationships between implementing partners and ensuring coherence across multiple workstreams.

The deadline for submission of applications is 15 February 2026. Apply on employer site