Acumen is a non-profit organization dedicated to solving poverty and promoting dignity through impactful social enterprise development. They specialize in impact investing, leadership training, and venture capital for base-of-the-pyramid entrepreneurs, focusing on areas such as climate change adaptation, clean energy, agriculture, and education. Acumen's distinctive approach leverages private equity and international development strategies to drive sustainable growth and innovation in underserved communities.
Open Positions
Manager, Government Partnerships
8-10 years of experience in fundraising, account, or project management; grant writing and budgeting experience; and sector level expertise in climate, private sector development and entrepreneurship
Data & Systems Lead
7+ years of experience in data architecture, project management, and data analysis; Salesforce experience; ability to build a team and develop a data function
Learning Design Manager , East Africa (18-Month fixed term contract)
8+ years of experience in learning design, pedagogy, and curriculum development, with experience working in East Africa
Senior Recruiting Associate
3-5 years of experience, candid and transparent, organized, and people-oriented
Investment Adviser Attorney
4+ years of experience in funds and transactional law, with a JD or equivalent
Communications Manager, Energy Access
7+ years experience. 7+ years of agency/internal experience, ideally managing social accounts. Experience with impact investing & fundraising, ideally in energy access or nonprofit. Strong writing and media relations skills required
Director of Philanthropy
20+ years in philanthropic fundraising, strong relationship-building skills, and experience with strategic engagement. Must be entrepreneurial, adaptable, and a good communicator
Program Lead Acumen Academy, Pakistan
Minimum 10 years of experience in education, training, fellowships, and/or leadership development, entrepreneurship, and a graduate/master’s degree in a related field
Program Finance Manager
8+ yrs experience in finance/grants. Strong understanding of financial principles, including IFRS & Canadian charity regulations. Proficiency in bookkeeping & accounting systems
Grants Manager
8 years of experience in grant management, direct experience with major donors, and excellent organizational and communication skills