Coordinator Job at African Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA) – Remote Opportunity

Coordinator Job at African Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA) – Remote Opportunity

ARTICLE 19 Eastern Africa is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Coordinator at the African Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA).

This is a fully remote, full-time consultancy opportunity for professionals with at least five years of relevant experience in digital rights, human rights, public policy, civil society coordination or related fields.

The successful candidate will coordinate AIRA’s activities, strengthen collaboration among member organisations, support digital rights advocacy across Africa and contribute to the Alliance’s strategic and programme priorities.

Job Overview

• Organisation: African Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA)
• Coordinating Organisation/Fiscal Host: ARTICLE 19 Eastern Africa
• Position: Coordinator
• Location: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-Time Consultancy
• Remuneration: US$3,125 (inclusive of taxes)
• Expected Start Date: January 2027
• Required Experience: Minimum of 5 years
• Application Opens: 11 November 2026
• Application Deadline: 24 November 2026, 11:59 p.m. East Africa Time (UTC+3)

About the African Internet Rights Alliance (AIRA)

The African Internet Rights Alliance brings together civil society organisations across Africa to promote digital rights and internet freedom.

Through joint advocacy, research, knowledge exchange and strategic partnerships, AIRA strengthens civil society participation in digital policy discussions at national, regional, continental and international levels.

Its areas of focus include:

• Freedom of expression and access to information.
• Privacy and data protection.
• Meaningful internet access.
• Protection of online civic space.
• Platform accountability.
• Artificial intelligence governance.
• Digital public infrastructure.
• Digital technologies and democratic participation.

Key Responsibilities

The Coordinator will work closely with AIRA’s coordinating organisation, oversight group and member organisations to implement agreed priorities and strengthen collaboration across the Alliance.

1. Member Engagement and Alliance Governance

• Maintain regular communication with member organisations and their focal points.
• Identify shared interests and encourage participation in joint activities.
• Coordinate member and oversight meetings, including agendas, reports, minutes and follow-up actions.
• Facilitate consultations and consensus-building among members.
• Maintain records of decisions, responsibilities and outstanding tasks.

2. Strategy and Programme Coordination

• Translate agreed priorities into workplans, activity schedules and deliverables.
• Coordinate contributions from members, partners and consultants.
• Monitor programme implementation and identify delays or capacity gaps.
• Recommend practical adjustments to improve delivery.

3. Policy, Advocacy and External Engagement

• Monitor digital policy developments and identify opportunities for collective advocacy.
• Coordinate joint statements, policy submissions, consultation responses and advocacy campaigns.
• Support engagement with policymakers, regional institutions, human rights mechanisms and technology companies.
• Represent agreed Alliance positions when authorised.
• Prepare members for advocacy opportunities and monitor follow-up activities.

4. Research and Knowledge Exchange

• Coordinate collaborative research projects and track their implementation.
• Support the development of research terms of reference, peer reviews and publications.
• Review and summarise research findings into accessible policy messages.
• Organise AIRA Talks, research launches, workshops and peer-learning sessions.
• Maintain accessible records of Alliance publications and resources.

5. Communications and Visibility

• Coordinate communications activities in line with AIRA’s priorities.
• Prepare and edit newsletters, website updates, social media content and event communications.
• Translate complex digital rights issues into clear and engaging content.
• Ensure accuracy, consistent messaging and appropriate approval of public communications.

6. Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation

• Identify potential partners and funding opportunities.
• Coordinate member contributions to concept notes and funding proposals.
• Support donor engagement and reporting.
• Develop collaborative initiatives that strengthen the Alliance’s sustainability.

7. Reporting, Learning and Operational Coordination

• Monitor activities, outputs and emerging outcomes.
• Prepare progress updates and narrative reports for the coordinating organisation, oversight group and funders.
• Coordinate activity budgets, expenditure tracking, consultant arrangements and event administration.
• Maintain organised records, shared calendars and contact lists.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

Interested applicants should demonstrate the following:

• At least five years of relevant professional experience in digital rights, human rights, public policy, civil society coordination or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience managing projects, partnerships or related initiatives.
• Experience coordinating networks, coalitions or multi-organisation programmes.
• Strong understanding of digital rights and internet governance within African contexts.
• Excellent English writing, editing and analytical skills.
• Ability to develop policy documents, advocacy materials and reports.
• Experience managing workplans, events and reporting deadlines.
• Strong organisational, communication and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Diplomacy, cultural awareness and the ability to work with organisations with different institutional priorities.
• A relevant qualification in Law, Public Policy, Human Rights, Communications, Social Sciences or a related field. Equivalent professional experience may also be considered.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Applicants with the following experience will have an added advantage:

• Engagement with African regional institutions and human rights mechanisms.
• Participation in international internet governance processes.
• Research coordination and grant reporting.
• Proposal development and resource mobilisation.
• Managing newsletters, websites and social media platforms.
• Organising online events.
• Working proficiency in French or another language relevant to AIRA’s work.

Remuneration and Contract Benefits

• Monthly remuneration of US$3,125, inclusive of taxes.
• Full-time consultancy arrangement.
• Fully remote working opportunity.
• Opportunity to coordinate a pan-African digital rights network.
• Engagement with civil society organisations, policymakers and other stakeholders across Africa and internationally.

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should complete the official application form through the opportunity page.

Application Link

Call for Application

For questions about the role or requests for an accessible application process, contact:

• coordinator@aira.africa
• carol.ger@article19.org

Application Deadline

24 November 2026, at 11:59 p.m. East Africa Time (UTC+3).

Applications open on 11 November 2026. Interviews are expected to take place between 7 and 18 December 2026. Shortlisted candidates will receive further details about the selection process.

AIRA welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the requirements of the role.