Managing Director -Proximate Fund at African Development Solutions (Adeso)

Confidential · Kenya, Kenya, Kenya

Location

Kenya

Job Type

Full-Time

Posted

June 22, 2026

Job Description

Job Description
Adeso is a humanitarian and development organization that is changing the way people think about and deliver aid in Africa.

Managing Director -Proximate Fund
The Summary Role
As the inaugural Managing Director (MD), you will shape and lead the Proximate Fund from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to turn a bold vision into an operational reality—designing the Fund’s strategy, launching pilot programs, mobilizing resources, and cultivating a vibrant ecosystem of funders, community leaders, and partners.

The MD will operate at the intersection of philanthropy, systems-change, and proximate leadership. We’re seeking a builder-leader-operator—someone who thrives in ambiguity, navigates complex systems with clarity, and moves decisively from concept to execution. This person must be able to co-create bold strategies and lead the daily work of implementation, from designing financial too...
        

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