Executive Director

What You Will Do:

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic plans to achieve ambitious growth goals.
• Spearhead fundraising efforts to secure the resources needed to deliver impactful programs.
• Cultivate strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including board members, donors, volunteers, and business partners.
• Ensure the effective execution of all the company's  programs, maintaining fidelity to program models.
• Champion the company's brand and visibility through strategic communication and community engagement.
• Provide strong governance by working collaboratively with the Board of Directors.
• Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategy and Brand

• In partnership with the Board of Directors, establishes the vision and future road map for the company; translates the vision into engagement through clear and compelling communication and messaging.
• Develops and implements strategic plans that assure the strength and growth of the company within the context of the internal and external market forces and regulations.
• Advances the mission in Ghana and serves as a passionate advocate for the company. Promotes the brand and represents the company with the public, businesses, government agencies, and community groups to drive the strategy and success of the organization.
• Effectively applies fundamental skills in prospecting, connecting, and developing relationships which result in revenue goal achievement for the company.

People and Culture:

• Provides thoughtful executive leadership that is inclusive, transparent, and empowering in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission.
• Accurately projects staffing requirements and effectively evaluates talent to recruit and retain the best individuals for the board and staff.
• Engages board, leadership team, and staff to create synergy and foster collaboration in achieving the company's mission; builds on the individual and group strengths to achieve established goals and strategic plan. Applies effective talent management techniques and processes to enhance the professional growth and performance of staff.
• Manages and motivates team members through coaching, recognition, and managing performance to assure achievement of all goals and objectives.
• Oversees people functions including hiring, separation, onboarding, succession, training, compensation and benefits, employee relations, etc.
• Fosters a culture that encourages collaboration and professional development, rewards innovation and growth and recognizes positive contributions and accountability.
• Effectively delegates tasks while maintaining oversight for overall success.
• Acts in line with the company's values and assures others in the organization do the same.

Operational Excellence:

• Assures that the company's operates in compliance with all requirements of the Operating Agreement and additional requirements established by the Board of Directors.
• Works with the Board of Directors to develop policy and assure proper governance of the organization.
• Fosters innovation and excellence in program delivery, leveraging both technology and volunteer engagement to provide effective learning opportunities for student participants.
• Manages the implementation of all programs and ensures programs are executed within acceptable standards to assure growth in student impact.
• Oversees day-to-day operations to mitigate risks and ensure long-term strategic success.

Finance and Governance:

• Ensures the financial strength of the company operation to support operational and strategic plans and sustainability of the organization including the development and implementation of effective fundraising campaigns, leads revenue generation through various key stakeholders, and takes an innovative approach to raising funds.
• Establishes accurate and timely financial reporting plus analysis of financial information.
• Develops a budget and manages financial resources to meet or exceed all objectives.
• Works with the Chair of the Board of Directors to recruit, orient, and encourage engagement of Board members; manage effective regular meetings with the Board including the development of the agenda and any reports and materials.
• Works with the Board of Directors to develop policy and ensure proper governance.
• Secures the resources that support and enable the achievement of strategic and operational goals.

Who You Are:

• A visionary leader with at least 10 years of experience, including 4 years in a senior leadership role, preferably working with Board of Directors.
• A proven track record in fundraising, with a passion for securing resources to support impactful programs.
• A strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
•  An experienced manager with a strong ability to build and motivate teams.
• An individual with integrity and a commitment to ethical business practices.
• A master's degree in International Development, Development Studies, or related field
• Experience in entrepreneurship education, and education programs (a plus).