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Trade & Economic Development

African Capacity Building Foundation
AfDB
Asian Development Bank
FSD Africa
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Islamic Development Bank
Mama Cash
Spark Microgrants
The Shine Campaign
Trademark EA
Traidcraft Exchange
Village Enterprise

Our extensive experience working with trade-focused clients, economic development organisations and international funds has given us an unrivalled understanding of what makes these organisations tick, and the type of people needed to drive forward ambitious agendas.

We’ve identified, appointed and supported leaders across the myriad of roles within complex multi-national organisations, from Technical Specialists to Chief Finance Officers and Executive Directors.

We understand that our clients in this space operate in multiple geographies on multifaceted development issues, which is why our geographically diverse and multilingual team are expertly placed to advise on leadership recruitment and development.

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Our recent placements include:

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Trade Catalyst AfricaBoard Chair

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Mama CashCo-Executive Director

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TradeMark AfricaChief Executive Officer

We have an impressive track record of finding and supporting executives in strategic positions

These include CEOs, VPs and Directors in trade, agribusiness, regional integration, private sector development, market systems development, financial inclusion, social enterprise, impact investment, sustainable livelihoods initiatives, and other social and environmental impact vehicles/institutions.

Oxford HR has established and continues to maintain long-term working relationships with; The African Development Bank, TradeMark Africa, Gatsby Africa, BRAC International, SNV, The Green Climate Fund, SEforALL, Better Cotton Initiative, Bonsucro, Ethical Tea Partnership, AsDB, IFAD and leading INGOs, including Care International, Save The Children, Practical Action, PLAN, and the African Capacity Building Foundation.

African Development Bank (AfDB)

  • Vice President – ICT, Corporate
  • Senior Director Nigeria
  • Director Compliance Review and Mediation Unit
  • Director, Strategy and Operational Policies
  • Chief Infrastructure Investment Officer
  • Director Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
  • Director of African Natural Resources Centre
  • Director Non-Sovereign Operations and Private Sector Support Departments
  • Director Infrastructure, Cities and Urban Development
  • Director, Country Economics
  • Director, Financial Management
  • Director, Syndication and Financial Technical Services
  • Head of Unit, Ethics Office
  • Manager, Operation Office Implementation

IFAD: Economic Development in Agriculture

  • Vice President of Finance
  • General Counsel
  • HR Director
  • Deputy Director of Audit and Control
  • Country Program Manager – Nigeria

Sustainable Energy For All

  • Communications Director
  • Regional Director of Asia
  • Regional Director of Asia
  • HR Consultancy – Skills Audit

GAIN

  • Director, Knowledge Leadership
  • Donor Reporting & Compliance Manager
  • Senior Project Manager
  • Country Director Tanzania
  • Country Manager Mozambique

SNV

  • Business Development Manager
  • Senior Business Development Officer
  • Budget Officer
  • Global Head of Risk and Compliance
  • Global Nutrition Lead
  • Global Safeguarding and Inclusion Advisor
  • Global Youth Employment Lead

TMEA

  • Board Members
  • Non-Executive Director
  • Chief Executive Officer

Gatsby Africa

Over 60 roles including:

  • Country Directors
  • Forestry Programme Director
  • Cotton and Textile Programme Directors
  • Investment Director
  • People Director
  • Communications Director
  • Many operational and technical roles

Ethical Tea Partnership

  • Chair and Board Review
  • Executive Director
  • Strategy Lead, Africa
  • Head of Programmes
  • Head of Communications
  • Head of Finance
  • Business and Innovation Lead
  • Livelihoods and Gender Lead

Bonsucro

  • CEO
  • Director of Engagement and Markets
  • Director of International Programmes
  • Interim HR Manager
  • Impact Funding Manager
  • Standards and Assurance Director
  • Data Manager
  • Standards Manager
  • Regional Head Asia Pacific

Better Cotton Initiative

  • CEO
  • Standards and Assurance Director

Green Climate Fund

  • General Counsel
  • Deputy General Counsel
  • Associate General Counsel
  • Chief Administration Officer
  • Deputy Chief Finance Officer
  • Head of Risk Management and Compliance
  • Risk Manager
  • Internal Audit Specialist
  • Internal Auditor
  • Fiduciary Compliance Specialist
  • Evaluation Specialist
  • Deputy Director, Division Mitigation and Adaptation
  • Human Security, Livelihoods and Well-being Sector Specialist
  • Senior Agriculture and Food Security Specialist
  • Senior Water Resources Management Specialist, DMA
  • Senior Renewable Energy Specialist, DMA
  • Climate Impact Area Lead (Energy and Industry)
  • Climate Impact Area Lead (Land, Forests, and Ecosystems)
  • Climate Impact Area Lead (Wellbeing of People)
  • Climate Impact Area Lead (Built Environment)

iDE Global

  • CEO
  • Vice President Asia
  • Vice President, Africa and Business Development
  • Vice President, Operations
  • Country Director Nepal
  • Country Director Bangladesh

Trade Catalyst Africa

  • Chair
  • CEO
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Bonsucro
Psychometric assessments

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Alan McClay
CEO
Better Cotton Initiative

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Judith Sequeira
Regional HR Manager
Gatsby Africa

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Muna Eltahir
Country Director Sudan
Practical Action

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Jenny Löfbom
Challenge Fund Team Leader KILIMO
Self Help Africa

Team building and preparing in work workshop

Our team has diverse expertise across this sector, from identifying and recruiting talent, to appraising leaders and developing Boards.

We work closely with key stakeholders to ensure that our projects are as comprehensive as possible, so our clients are able to focus wholly on their mission at hand. Regardless of where you are based, Oxford HR’s global capabilities can help further organisational impact and use leadership to create a more prosperous, resilient and inclusive world.

Our Services

Supporting you with all of your leadership needs.

Executive Search

Connecting exceptional leaders to impactful roles.
Executive Search

Leadership & Change

Strengthening organisational leadership.
Leadership & Change

Interim Placements

Appointing change-makers.
Interim Managers

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Building a culture of inclusion.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Board & Advisory

Enhancing effective governance.
Board & Advisory

HR Consultancy

Implementing innovative solutions.
HR Consultancy

Design & Communications

Communicating your impact.
Design & Communications

Founder-CEO Transitions

Navigate this pivotal transition.
Founder-CEO Transitions

Co-Leadership Appointments & Coaching

Bring the strengths of multiple leaders to a single role.
Co-Leadership Appointments

”Gatsby has worked with Oxford HR since 2010 as their main executive search partner for senior posts in London and East Africa. Since then Oxford HR has successfully helped Gatsby source over 60 posts, including seven in 2019 alone. These roles span a variety of functions and levels, including Executive Director, Directors, Programme Director/Managers, industry advisors and specialists (e.g. Forestry, Cotton, Textiles, Impact Investment), Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, and operations staff (HR, finance).

Justin HighsteadExecutive Director, Gatsby

”I had great support from the Oxford HR team. They were available to answer any questions I had and to update me on the processes every step of the way.

Oulie KeitaExecutive Director, YouthConnekt Africa

”I’m a big fan and I know I’m very biased, but I’ve had just the best experience and keep recommending Oxford HR – to those people who value quality and personalized service. The difference with Karen is that not only does she understand our organization very well, but she also takes keen personal interest in understanding the individuals that work for Gatsby and this just makes the experience all the more unique and effective. I love working with Oxford HR.

Judith SequeiraRegional HR Manager, Gatsby Africa

”The most significant contribution of Oxford HR was the breadth and depth of candidates that we interviewed. This really spoke to the diversity of profiles that I felt was critical for the team success. Oxford HR was very supportive throughout the entire process from initial interviews to recruitment. They were also critical in helping us to navigate post recruitment by discussing candidates progress and recommending solutions.

Patrick Domingos-TembwaDirector of Investment and Operations, Reall

Some of our current roles

Transform Trade

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | Transform Trade

Full Time
Bangladesh, India, Multiple Locations, Tanzania, UK
Posted 1 month ago

Status: Open

Transform Trade seeks an inspiring, visionary leader to develop, lead and guide the organisation through its next phase of strategic growth and organisational sustainability.

Job Features

Job CategoryLivelihoods & Agriculture, Nick, Trade
LocationAny of Transform Trade’s offices with right to work
Hours5 days FTE
SalaryCompetitive
Closing Date15th January 2025

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Chief, Loan and Treasury Back Office | New Development Bank

Full Time
Shanghai
Posted 5 months ago

Status: Open

This position will be responsible for leading the processes of loan disbursement management and treasury settlements at the Bank.

Job Features

Job CategorySectors, Trade
LocationShanghai
SalaryCompetitive
Closing Date7th September 2024

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Chief, Public Sector – Infrastructure and/or Energy Finance | New Development Bank

Full Time
Shanghai
Posted 5 months ago

Status: Open

This position will be responsible for guiding project team leaders in preparation, appraisal and negotiation of investment projects in key areas of NDB operations as defined by the General Strategy.

Job Features

Job CategoryPrisca, Sectors, Trade
LocationShanghai
SalaryCompetitive
Closing Date7th September 2024

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Oxford HR

Register for our Interim Managers Pool

Posted 2 months ago

Status: Open

We are fully committed to our work on gender and diversity, so if you’re from an under-represented group we are particularly keen to hear from you.

Job Features

Job CategoryData, Education, Environment, Health, Human Rights, Humanitarian, Josje, Livelihoods & Agriculture, OxHR Jobs, Trade

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We also work in

The work of our clients is varied, multi-dimensional, global and agile. We recognize these attributes and support you across a wide range of specialisms.

Sustainability & ESG

Advancing leadership for the green transition.
Sustainability & ESG

Disaster & Humanitarian

Working on the world’s most pressing issues.
Disaster & Humanitarian

Education

Delivering innovative solutions.
Education

Environment, Climate & Conservation

Creating a green, clean and fair future.
Environment, Climate, Conservation & Sustainability

Health

Facing challenges in a changing world.
Health

Human Rights & Equality

Disrupting the status quo.
Human Rights & Equality

Livelihoods & Agriculture

Promoting positive change.
Livelihoods & Agriculture

Interested in our services?

Submit a Request for Proposal here or contact us at hello@oxfordhr.com.