Ashoka Arab World
Terms of Reference
Arab World Framework Change Leader
Background:
Ashoka is the global pioneer of social entrepreneurship. We have built the world’s largest network of leading social entrepreneurs, with 3,800 Ashoka Fellows spanning 80+ countries. These leading social entrepreneurs create new, pattern-changing ideas to solve seemingly intractable challenges and act as role models and recruiters for the next generation of changemakers. They point us to the next frontiers of change in society and inspire the ideas that shape Ashoka’s strategies.
The world is currently facing a historical moment. For generations, society has followed a siloed, hierarchical approach to problem-solving defined by repetitive efficiency. But this approach is falling short when it comes to the number and complexity of the shared problems we now face. So, the rules of the game, and indeed, the game itself, are changing – change is the new normal, and the most fluid systems and teams are the ones that thrive. One rule is paramount: everyone can and must be empowered to drive positive change. This is the “Everyone A Changemaker” vision that Ashoka is working toward, a vision that is our best hope for building a world where problems no longer outrun solutions.
Ashoka is looking for a Framework Change entrepreneur with a strong background in strategy development to make Ashoka’s “Everyone a Changemaker” vision a reality.
The Framework Change LGM for Arab World will grapple with questions including:
As Ashoka sees it, an EACH world is one in which everyone has the capacity and opportunity to contribute and to create positive change. In an EACH world, everyone is powerful, everyone has a voice, everyone has access to relevant and necessary resources, and everyone can thrive. Systems of oppression and hierarchy have no place in an EACH world because no groups should dominate or exploit others — including in the realm of changemaking. In this world, the systems that perpetuate inequity have been dismantled and rebuilt to enable equal access to opportunities and embrace the incredible range of perspectives, narratives, and lived human experiences.
As a Leadership Group Member, the Arab World Framework Change Leader will have the opportunity to:
Desired Skills and Experience
The Arab World Framework Change Leader should have a track record of creating new ideas that have resulted in a systemic change in his/her field. He/she should believe deeply in the power of social entrepreneurship and understand Ashoka’s Everyone A Changemaker™ vision. He/she should also have the following characteristics/experience:
And they will meet Ashoka's core hiring criteria:
Ashoka is an equal opportunity employer and invites applications from candidates regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or religion. The position is based in the regional Ashoka Arab World hub office in Cairo, Egypt. For more information visit us at https://www.ashoka.org/getinvolved/team