Director _at Northwood African Education Foundation (NAEF), Ethiopia

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Attractive and Negotiable

About NAEF Ethiopia

NAEF Ethiopia is a charitable organization dedicated to improving the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children through quality education and holistic support. Through St. George’s School and related programs, NAEF provides educational opportunities, welfare services, and long-term support that enable children and youth to reach their full potential.

NAEF Ethiopia is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and committed professional to serve as its Executive Director and lead the organization through its next phase of growth, institutional strengthening, and impact.

Position Summary

The Director will provide overall leadership and management of NAEF Ethiopia and St. George’s School. The position is responsible for strategic planning, governance support, operational oversight, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and organizational sustainability. The Director will work closely with the NAEF Ethiopia Board of Trustees and NAEF UK to ensure the successful delivery of the organization’s mission and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversee implementation of NAEF’s vision, mission, and objectives.
• Ensure strong governance, compliance, accountability, and organizational effectiveness.
• Oversee the overall performance and quality standards of St. George’s School.
• Strengthen systems for monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and organizational learning.
• Lead fundraising, donor engagement, partnership development, and resource mobilization efforts.
• Ensure sound financial management, transparency, and accountability.
• Coordinate major infrastructure and development projects, including school expansion initiatives.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with government institutions, development partners, communities, sponsors, and stakeholders.
• Represent NAEF Ethiopia in national and international forums.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Social Sciences or a related field from a recognized higher education institution.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in leadership, project management, education, nonprofit management, community development, or related sectors.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders, including government institutions, donors, communities, and development partners.

Required Competencies

• Strong leadership and organizational management skills.
• Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, reporting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to mobilize resources and develop strategic partnerships.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in both Amharic and English.
• Strong commitment to child welfare, education, and social development.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with NGOs, charities, educational institutions, or development organizations.
• Experience in fundraising and donor relationship management.
• Experience supporting governance structures, boards, or trustees.
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder programs and partnerships.