The Research and Development (R&D) team develops and implements effective and efficient systems for learning and evaluation that allow the Dignitas team to ensure evidence-based program design, delivery and reporting. The R&D team leverages their experience and expertise to drive the utilization of data and evidence across the team. To facilitate organizational learning, the team periodically shares trends and insights for team reflection and action. The R&D team maintains real-time data dashboards to guide timely action in the field, and efficient reporting to partners, donors and stakeholders.

The School Support team is at the forefront of delivering program activities to Dignitas school partners – from school recruitment and partnership due diligence to training and coaching. All School Support team activity is planned and implemented to improve teaching and learning across Dignitas partner schools. Our work is designed to strengthen the ability of school leadership teams to build the trust, systems, and leadership competencies necessary for all schools to be places for learners to thrive and succeed. The School Support team designs and delivers high-quality Leadership Academies and Professional Development Workshops across cohorts of Dignitas school partners, and provides individualized coaching to school leaders throughout our partnerships.

The Operations team is involved in planning, organizing, implementing processes, and supporting programs. They work alongside each of the Dignitas teams to enable them to maximize efficiency and impact in the execution of the programs. The team ensures that the day-to-day activities of the organization run smoothly by managing a wide range of internal processes relating to administration, finance and human resource management.

The Programs and Advocacy team is involved in designing, delivering and supporting programs. They work closely with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team, and the School Support team to ensure program excellence. The Programs team works with a range of partners, donors, and stakeholders to keep program delivery and impact on track. They are instrumental in understanding and communicating program impact, including reporting the same to donors, and to our wider community.

The Strategy and Growth team plays a pivotal role in driving and executing key initiatives aimed at advancing and scaling impact, aligned to our 2023-2028 strategy, Vibrant Schools, Thriving Children.. This dynamic team is dedicated to exploring and implementing a diverse range of strategic elements essential for fostering growth and extending impact in Kenya and beyond.

Central to their responsibilities is the coordination of internal and external communications functions, ensuring a cohesive and impactful representation of the organization. The team specializes in impactful storytelling, effectively conveying the positive outcomes and transformative experiences facilitated by Dignitas. They are instrumental in shaping and executing the digital strategy for our innovative digital training and coaching application, LeadNow, ensuring its alignment with breadth and depth of impact.

In addition, the team actively engages in the identification and pursuit of funding and partnership opportunities, contributing to the sustainability and expansion of Dignitas. Their collaborative approach involves working closely with all teams, providing valuable support, and complementing various functions within the organization.