Careers
Join Us in Building a Better World Through Your Work
At TechnoServe, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better life. Bring your passion, your skills, and your drive to a global team dedicated to creating lasting impact. Together, we use business solutions to help hardworking people build a more prosperous future for themselves and their communities.
the technoserve way
Who We Are & How We Work
TechnoServe staff are local—95% are from the countries in which they work. We put a high premium on collaboration and entrepreneurship, holding ourselves to the highest standards of integrity and transparency. We are a global team of enterprising professionals focused on one goal: delivering lasting impact for our mission.
RESOURCES
Expertise Wanted, Backgrounds Varied
Our staff combines business expertise with local knowledge to help hardworking men and women generate sustainable income for their families. While much of our team works in technical programs, it takes more than development experts to fight poverty. Whether your background is in Finance, HR, IT, or Marketing, we need your professional skills to power our global mission.
Roles & Seniority
Our team is unified by a clear framework that defines responsibilities and provides a roadmap for success. Whether you are a local expert or a global specialist, we structure our roles to maximize your impact.
Your Impact at TechnoServe: You are a strategic visionary leading major organizational functions or large-scale country programs. You will define the future of our business lines and empower teams to achieve transformative results.
What You’ll Bring:10–15+ years of experience. You are a recognized thought leader capable of building global networks and driving enterprise-wide solutions.
Your Impact at TechnoServe: You are a strategic visionary leading major organizational functions or large-scale country programs. You will define the future of our business lines and empower teams to achieve transformative results.
What You’ll Bring: 10–15+ years of experience. You are a recognized thought leader capable of building global networks and driving enterprise-wide solutions.
Your Impact at TechnoServe: You lead complex services, adapting our approach to changing operational conditions and client needs. You provide the ingenuity required to resolve quality issues and execute programs that exceed expectations.
What You’ll Bring: Resourceful Leadership: 5–7+ years of experience. You are an entrepreneurial problem-solver who exercises smart judgment to reach program goals.
Your Impact at TechnoServe: You provide specialized skills—from agronomy to financial analysis—to support complex functions. You identify and provide proactive suggestions to enhance program design.
What You’ll Bring: Technical Expertise: 1–5+ years of experience depending on degree level. You are an analytical thinker who can work independently while aligning your efforts with our organizational mission.
Your Impact at TechnoServe: You ensure the integrity of our processes by managing complex transactions and prioritizing tasks to meet critical delivery timeframes. You are the engine behind our operational standards.
What You’ll Bring: Operational Excellence: 2–4 years of experience or a Bachelor’s degree. You bring a high level of attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a commitment to transparency.
Your Impact at TechnoServe: You are responsible for the day-to-day execution of our programs. You ensure that our logistics are seamless, our information is organized, and our local presence is professional and welcoming.
What You’ll Bring: A strong commitment to TechnoServe’s mission and values: Practical experience in field-based logistics, community engagement, or vocational support. Reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work effectively within a local team.
Ways to Grow
Your career at TechnoServe isn’t just a vertical climb—it’s an exploration. With a presence in nearly 30 countries and sectors ranging from regenerative business to entrepreneurship, we encourage our team to follow their passions across different functions and business units. Whether you stay for two years or twenty, we are committed to being a proud chapter in your story of making the world a better place.
“In the modern economy, your career is a portfolio, not a path. Every horizontal move is an investment in your versatility, making you more resilient in a changing world.” — Forbes Business Council, 2024
Our Pay Philosophy
TechnoServe is committed to a compensation structure that is fair, transparent, and evidence-based. We believe that to deliver world-class impact, we must attract and retain world-class talent. Our pay philosophy ensures that every team member is valued for their expertise, no matter where they are in the world.
Our Hiring Process
To ensure a fair and transparent process, all positions at TechnoServe are openly competed for. While the exact timeline varies by role, most recruitments follow this cycle:
- Application: Create a profile and apply through our Job Board. Pro-tip: Hiring managers are eager to meet talent—don’t wait for a deadline to submit your CV!
- Review & Screening: Our team rigorously reviews every application against the role’s requirements. Top candidates are invited to a 30-minute screening interview to discuss motivations, experience, and expectations.
- Interviews & Assessment: Shortlisted candidates typically participate in two rounds of panel interviews. Some roles include a brief, skills-based assessment (such as a writing exercise or technical case study) directly related to the role’s responsibilities.
- Offer & Feedback: Once a finalist is selected, we conduct professional reference checks before extending an offer. We value your time—All applicants are notified once a selection is made.
JOIN US
Find your place at TechnoServe
There are many ways to contribute your expertise to our mission. Whether you are looking for a staff position, a consultancy, or a fellowship, explore our current opportunities below.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Meet the Global Team
“At TechnoServe, you are never alone. There is always someone to reach out to for expertise, no matter where they are in the world.” — Montle Phuthego, Country Manager, Botswana
“Impact, results, and commitment to excellence and values are always at the top… that is so baked into the DNA of how we operate.” -James Tinker, Director of Impact
“If you are eager to grow professionally, this is a very good place to be.” Corina Rivers, Country Director, Chile
FAQs
Still have questions?
How do I stay updated on new opportunities?
You can create a “Presence” on our Job Board. This allows you to set up custom job alerts based on your expertise and location, ensuring you’re the first to know when a role opens that matches your profile. Even if you don’t apply immediately, our recruiters use this database to source talent for upcoming projects.
Are all listed roles still active?
Yes. We keep our career site updated in real-time. If a position is visible, we are actively accepting applications. We encourage you to apply early, as our hiring managers review resumes on a rolling basis.
Do I need specific work authorization to apply?
Empowering local talent is at the heart of our mission—95% of our staff are nationals of the countries where they work. For most roles, we prioritize candidates with existing work authorization in that location. However, for specialized global roles, we may provide support for work authorization if the candidate is the best fit for the mission.
What kind of feedback will I receive?
We hold ourselves to high standards of transparency. Every applicant will be notified of their status once a selection is made. If you reach the interview stage and are not selected, we are committed to providing specific feedback to help you in your professional journey.
I wasn’t selected for a role; can I apply for another?
Absolutely. While you can only apply to a specific vacancy once, we encourage you to apply for other roles that align with your “portfolio” of skills. Many of our team members applied for multiple roles before finding their perfect fit.
Do you offer internships or volunteer roles?
Yes. We offer paid and unpaid internships for students, which are listed on our job board. For mid-career professionals looking to volunteer their expertise, our Fellows Program offers high-impact placements ranging from 3–12 months.
Does TechnoServe ever charge a fee for applications?
No. TechnoServe will never ask for payment at any stage of the recruitment process. All official communication will come from a @technoserve.org OR @tns.org email address.
Do you offer informational interviews?
At TechnoServe, we value collaboration and open dialogue. However, to maintain our commitment to delivering lasting impact for our clients, our team must prioritize the programmatic and operational work that drives our mission.
Because we receive a high volume of inquiries, we are unable to accommodate individual informational interview requests. To learn more about our work and culture, we encourage you to:
If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, please feel free to reach out to our global recruiting team.
TechnoServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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