?? Reflections and Milestones: Mission Talent’s 2024 Journey

Mission Talent has had a meaningful and transformative year in 2024, working with various organisations across sectors and geographies. As the year concludes, here is a reflection on our work and partnerships.

Strong Partnerships

In 2024, we not only reinforced our longstanding collaborations but also welcomed a host of new high-impact organisations into our network. This enabled us to broaden our global reach and support a diverse array of missions across various sectors and regions.

Strengthening Existing Partnerships

We deepened our relationships with key partners who have been integral to our success over the years. In 2024, we recruited again for:

• Aga Khan Foundation: Safeguarding Manager, Africa; Digital Skills and Employability Specialist; and CEO Kenya.
• WaterAid-Southern Africa: Country Director Mozambique and Regional Business Development Manager and Institutional Funding.
• Asylum Access: Executive Director, México; Executive Director, Malaysia.
• WWF: Regional Director - East and Southern Africa; Park Director.
• CBM: Regional Community-Based Inclusive Development Advisor, Africa West and Central; Global Head of Human Resources; Senior Manager Institutional Partnerships NTDs.
• Kindernothilfe e.V.: ICCT Manager, Latin America.
• Light for the World: International Director of Impact and Advocacy; International Director of Programmes.
• MSF: Executive Director, East Asia.

Welcoming New Partners

We were thrilled to welcome impactful organisations into our Mission Talent family. We are deeply grateful for the trust these partners have placed in us.

• African Women's Development Fund: Director of Operations; Director of Philanthropy and Partnerships.
• Climate Leadership Initiative: People Specialist; Associate Director, Partnerships.
• Forest Stewardship Council: Managing Director.
• TMG Research GmbH: Director of Operations.
• OTT: Senior Associate.
• Union for African Population Studies: Executive Secretary.
• Tax Justice Network Africa: Stop the Bleeding Campaign - Head of Secretariat.
• IIED: Director of Strategic Impact.
• Futurelect: Regional Head of Programmes, Southern Africa.
• Alianza Americas: Executive Director.

Working with Mission Talent signifies a shared vision for impactful leadership and sustainable development. We are dedicated to fostering long-term relationships built on mutual respect, collaboration, and a common goal of advancing positive change.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our clients for choosing Mission Talent as their trusted recruitment partner. Your confidence in our expertise inspires us to continually elevate our services and deliver exceptional results.

Global Reach ??

• Over the past 15 years, Mission Talent has successfully placed leaders in 117 cities across 81 countries within seven regions worldwide. This achievement reflects our unparalleled ability to identify and nurture talent across diverse contexts.
• In 2024, we expanded our footprint to include Sri Lanka and Malaysia, deepening our understanding of local and regional dynamics and enabling us to address the unique leadership challenges faced by organisations.

Sectoral Diversity ??

We partnered with organisations spanning sectors such as:

?? Development

?? Environmental Stewardship

♀? Women's Rights

?? Humanitarian Aid

?? Social Enterprises

Additionally, we deepened our expertise in impact investment, collaborating with innovative organisations. Our ability to cater to a broad spectrum of sectors highlights our dedication to fostering leadership that advances mission-driven and financially responsible initiatives.

What Sets Mission Talent Apart in 2024

?? Championing Diversity and Inclusivity in Leadership Recruitment:

• Our commitment to diversity shapes every facet of our recruitment processes. This year, we took deliberate actions to ensure our partners were led by individuals bringing fresh perspectives and experiences.

Key Elements of Our Approach:

• ?? Bias-Free Hiring Frameworks
• ?? Diverse Candidate Sourcing
• ?? Tailored Diversity Plans
• ?? Focus on Increasing Representation

Key Events of 2024 ??

1?? Engaging at AidEx 2024:

• In October, we attended AidEx 2024, a key humanitarian conference focusing on localisation, innovation, and inclusive leadership. This event deepened our understanding of sector challenges and reaffirmed our commitment to advancing equity in leadership.

2?? Building Communities of Leadership:

• Our Nairobi ?????? women’s leadership meet-up created a safe space for leaders to reflect on challenges like burnout, imposter syndrome, and racial discrimination. These conversations reinforced the value of shared support and honest dialogue.

3?? Celebrating the Power of Storytelling:

• This year, we attended The Ford Foundation’s BUILD Initiative and The Moth event—an evening dedicated to storytelling that inspires connection and transformation. The event highlighted the bravery and resilience of storytellers.

4?? Talent Development Initiatives:

• We engaged with our network through insightful LinkedIn posts, thought leadership, and masterclasses on Coaching for Authentic Career Paths, which became standout moments of the year.

Looking Ahead

Continued Impact:

• Mission Talent is committed to deepening partnerships and ensuring every organisation we work with thrives under visionary leadership.

Exploring New Horizons:

• We aim to broaden our scope and deepen collaborations with organisations driving meaningful change.

Join Our Team ??

• Are you passionate about leadership and making an impact? Mission Talent is expanding, and we’re excited to welcome new Associates from Southeast Asia, Latin America, Scandinavia, and Africa to our team. Get in touch with us at [email protected].

A Heartfelt Thank You ??

• As we close the year, we extend our deepest gratitude to our clients and collaborators for trusting Mission Talent. Your confidence drives us to continually improve and achieve greater heights together.

Here’s to a successful and impactful 2025!