TomorrowNow.org is searching for an exceptional, Africa-based CEO to lead the organisation through a transformative period of growth and innovation. This is a rare opportunity to lead a mission-driven nonprofit that empowers smallholder farmers with breakthrough weather and climate solutions.
With an ambitious vision to reach 100 million farmers by 2030, the CEO will shape TomorrowNow into a global leader in climate resilience, agriculture, and technology. Backed by a dedicated team and substantial foundation, the new leader will scale innovation, forge impactful partnerships, and inspire global action to address the challenges of climate change.
What TomorrowNow.org is Looking For
The ideal candidate is a visionary leader and proven trailblazer who brings:
- Scaling Expertise: A track record of driving innovative solutions and expanding impact in agriculture, technology, or climate resilience.
- Deep African Knowledge: Strong ties to Africa, with a deep understanding of the region’s unique opportunities and challenges.
- Fundraising Success: Demonstrated ability to inspire donors and secure multi-million-dollar investments.
- Collaborative Leadership: Exceptional skills in fostering an inclusive, mission-first culture and energising high-performing teams.
- Visionary Thinking: The ability to position TomorrowNow as a global leader, advocating for its mission on international stages.
Key Responsibilities
- Visionary Leadership and Strategy
- Champion TomorrowNow’s mission to transform agricultural resilience and empower smallholder farmers with cutting-edge solutions.
- Develop and drive a bold strategy to scale impact, reaching 100 million farmers by 2030.
- Represent TomorrowNow at global forums, high-profile events, and with strategic partners.
- Scaling Innovation and Impact
- Lead the organisation into its next growth phase, combining innovation with operational excellence.
- Leverage emerging technologies, data-driven insights, and strategic alliances to amplify impact.
- Fundraising and Strategic Partnerships
- Design and implement a robust, diversified fundraising strategy to secure investments from public, private, and philanthropic sectors.
- Build strong partnerships with governments, development organisations, and technology innovators to expand TomorrowNow’s reach.
- Culture and Team Leadership
- Strengthen TomorrowNow’s collaborative, inclusive, and impact-driven culture.
- Empower and mentor the leadership team to ensure professional growth, retention, and succession planning.
- Promote a spirit of innovation, resilience, and excellence across the organisation.
- Operational and Financial Oversight
- Ensure operational and financial transparency, efficiency, and alignment with strategic goals.
- Collaborate with the Board of Directors on setting priorities and driving organisational success.
Qualifications
- Proven leadership in agriculture, technology, or climate resilience sectors.
- Expertise in scaling organisations and managing large, multi-million-dollar budgets.
- Strong fundraising networks and ability to inspire high-value investments.
- In-depth knowledge of Africa’s local contexts, systems, and opportunities to drive sustainable impact.
About TomorrowNow
TomorrowNow.org is redefining agricultural resilience through next-generation weather and climate technology. It intends to empower farmers to adapt and thrive amid climate change challenges. TomorrowNow currently serves 5 million farmers and aims to grow to 15 million by 2026 and 100 million by 2030.
As a non-traditional climate tech nonprofit, TomorrowNow combines innovative technology with on-the-ground action to deliver scalable solutions that turn climate challenges into opportunities for growth and prosperity. This is a key moment for TomorrowNow, and the incoming CEO will play a critical role in shaping its future. By leading a talented and mission-driven team, the CEO will empower millions of smallholder farmers to build resilient, thriving futures for their communities.
Ready to lead TomorrowNow’s mission of impact and transformation?
Apply here to join this extraordinary innovation, resilience, and global change journey.
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