Executive Director

Are you a visionary, adaptable leader passionate about advancing women's leadership and committed to gender equity and social change across Africa? A distinguished organization is seeking an accomplished and dynamic Executive Director (ED) to lead its strategic direction, foster growth and enhance the Center’s impact.

STRATEGIC FOCUS

The Executive Director will provide strategic direction, oversee programs, and manage stakeholder engagement, including funders and partners. Reporting to the Board of Directors, he/she will drive the organization’s growth, ensuring financial sustainability, program excellence, and effective advocacy. The ideal candidate must be visionary, adaptable, and passionate about women’s leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership & Management – Overseeing quality implementation of all aspects of the Center’s diverse portfolio and ensuring the integration of and overseeing the implementation of the Center’s Strategic Plan
• Program & Operations – Oversee leadership programs, advocacy efforts, and performance tracking.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Fundraising – Build partnerships, engage funders, and represent the organization externally.
• Financial & Administrative Oversight – Ensure financial sustainability, governance, and staff performance.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• A postgraduate degree or MBA in a relevant field and a combination of professional experience, academic training, and relationships with leaders on a multinational level.
• Must have at least 10 years of professional experience in senior management positions with a track record of leading and scaling performance and outcomes-based organizations regionally; proven ability to develop and operationalize strategies that drive organizational growth.
• A broad understanding of public service leadership and advancing and sustaining women’s political and social development on the continent.
• Experience in managing programs, fundraising, external relations, and advocacy and representation.
• Fluent in English (oral and written) with French being an added advantage.