The Head of Partnerships, EMEA is responsible for shaping, leading and growing the Foundation's partnerships and impact across Europe (excluding UK), the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), building the relationships, ecosystems and opportunities that enable more children and teachers to access high-quality digital education.
This 12 month maternity cover role will have a specific focus on our partnerships in Spain and developing our insight and relationships in Africa, while acting as a point of contact for the Middle East. Responsibility for partnerships in the UK sits separately and is not part of this role.
Reporting to the Chief Partnerships Officer and as part of the Integral Partnerships Team, this is a strategic leadership role focused on developing sustainable partnerships that accelerate the Foundation's mission and global growth ambitions. You will lead the delivery of country strategies, identify opportunities to expand reach and impact, secure investment and funding, cultivate strategic relationships, and oversee programmes that deliver meaningful outcomes for children, educators and the wider digital education ecosystem.
Working collaboratively across Education, Product, Marketing, Commercial and Fundraising teams, you will ensure that regional partnerships align with national priorities, strengthen the EMEA micro:bit ecosystem, and contribute to the Foundation's ambition to inspire every child to create their best digital future.
Micro:bit is a non‑profit organisation, if you want a sales and marketing role, this isn't for you - this role focuses on partnerships, ecosystem development and growth.
Key Responsibilities Deliver the Foundation's partnership and programme work across EMEA (excluding the UK), with a focus on our priority country of Spain and exploring the African context,



developing our insight and network with a view to establishing priority countries.
Strategy Deliver against the Foundation's existing EMEA strategy, with priority focus on Spain and developing our knowledge and contacts within Africa
Identify opportunities for pilot programmes and collaborations, overseeing delivery as required
Maintain priority country plans in identified priority markets, while scoping opportunities for future priority country focus
Monitor the digital education landscape in-region to flag emerging opportunities and risks
Partnerships Build and maintain relationships with governments, Ministries of Education, NGOs and partners
Represent the Foundation in partnership discussions and support funding conversations already in motion, working closely with the Chief Partnerships Officer and Head of Fundraising
Drive relationships and existing commitments across the wider EMEA region
Delivery Lead growth of the Foundation's global programmes (do your :bit, micro:bit Champions, micro:bit Live) working in collaboration with the Global partnerships team
Work with Operations to ensure country implementation meets local data privacy and compliance requirements
Share partner and educator insight with Product to inform localisation
Leadership & Influence Represent the Foundation at key regional conferences and partner meetings, seeking out opportunities in collaboration with Marketing




Act as the primary point of contact for EMEA matters across the Foundation during the cover period
Work cross-functionally with Education, Product, Marketing, Commercial Operations and Research & Impact
Requirements Essential Belief in the Foundations mission to broaden participation in digital creativity and coding reaching more girls and more under‑represented groups
Experience of working globally, with an existing international network and an ability to grow this
Experience working with governments, NGOs or international education organisations
Ability to bring people with different skills and objectives together behind a common goal
Ability to demonstrate the micro:bit and talk about its place in education systems and curriculum
Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills
Willingness to travel internationally
Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to spot opportunities.
Preferred Experience within the education sector (K12 not Higher Education)
Knowledge of the African and/or European digital and computing landscape and ecosystem
An additional language (French / Spanish / Arabic / other)
Knowledge of the Edtech market, including hardware and software.
Desirable Experience in working with a fundraising manager to secure funding or generating income through partnerships.
Benefits At the Micro:bit Educational Foundation, we work flexibly, collaboratively, and with a shared commitment to making a lasting difference. The Foundation offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
The Micro:bit Educational Foundation is committed to equal opportunities and to building a diverse and inclusive team. We want our recruitment to be fair.
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📌 Interim Head Of Emea, Partnerships (Excluding Uk, Maternity Cover, 12 Months) (Madrid)
🏢 Micro:bit Educational Foundation
📍 Madrid