Head of Business Support & Development
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership & Oversight
- Lead and coordinate all functions within the Business Support & Development Department.
- Align department objectives with the organization’s strategic plan and growth priorities.
- Develop and enforce operational standards, procedures, and accountability systems.
2. Finance Oversight
- Supervise financial planning, reporting, and compliance across all entities.
- Review budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reports.
- Provide the ED and board with insights for financial and sustainability decisions.
3. Facilities Oversight
- Ensure the care, safety, and functionality of all buildings, equipment, and physical infrastructure.
- Review facility maintenance schedules and approve capital improvements.
4. Technology Oversight
- Guide technology strategy and ensure digital systems support organizational efficiency.
- Approve ICT budgets and oversee cybersecurity, software selection, and data systems.
5. Development & Partnerships
- Design and implement funding strategies (grants, partnerships, tuition, earned income).
- Oversee donor reporting and ensure transparent stewardship of funds.
- Build relationships with external partners and collaborators.
6. Team Leadership
- Mentor, coach, and evaluate department managers.
- Foster collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement across functions.
1. Strategic Leadership & Oversight
- Lead and coordinate all functions within the Business Support & Development Department.
- Align department objectives with the organization’s strategic plan and growth priorities.
- Develop and enforce operational standards, procedures, and accountability systems.
2. Finance Oversight
- Supervise financial planning, reporting, and compliance across all entities.
- Review budgets, forecasts, and financial performance reports.
- Provide the ED and board with insights for financial and sustainability decisions.
3. Facilities Oversight
- Ensure the care, safety, and functionality of all buildings, equipment, and physical infrastructure.
- Review facility maintenance schedules and approve capital improvements.
4. Technology Oversight
- Guide technology strategy and ensure digital systems support organizational efficiency.
- Approve ICT budgets and oversee cybersecurity, software selection, and data systems.
5. Development & Partnerships
- Design and implement funding strategies (grants, partnerships, tuition, earned income).
- Oversee donor reporting and ensure transparent stewardship of funds.
- Build relationships with external partners and collaborators.
6. Team Leadership
- Mentor, coach, and evaluate department managers.
- Foster collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement across functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Professional certification (ICAN or equivalent).
- 7–10 years of senior-level experience in finance, operations, or systems management.
- Proven success in managing multidisciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with school, NGO, or social enterprise environments preferred.
Preferred Personality Type: (To be filled in by leadership
Benefits
HMO, Paid Leave, ETC.