Job Summary
The CEO will lead the organization in fulfilling its mission
to provide quality education in different areas in Tanzania. This role involves
strategic leadership, operational management, partnership development, and
ensuring financial sustainability while advocating for social justice,
inclusion, and human rights in education. The role
demands a balance of strategic leadership, operational expertise, and a deep
commitment.
He/She will ensure financial sustainability through
effective fundraising and resource mobilization efforts.The CEO is expected to
build and nurture relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders,
ensuring that the NGO’s mission is well-funded and impactful. A major focus
will be on expanding funding opportunities, strengthening donor engagement, and
diversifying revenue streams.
Responsibilities;
- Provide executive leadership and coordination of management.
- In collaboration with the Board and technical team, develop
and implement a comprehensive strategy aligned with the organization's mission
to deliver education programs effectively.
- Guide organizational development and capacity building activities
for the organization as it expands its size and breadth and foster a culture
that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Representation of the organization in national and international forums
and influence policies related to education and
advocate for education as a tool for peace and development.
- Be the authorized representative of the organization in relations to
third parties and courts of law for all the transactions whatsoever, including
the transactions executed in notarial form relating to acquisition,
administration and expenditure of resources of the organization.
- Ensure all programs and initiatives
support the dual objectives of improving education,
particularly in vulnerable communities.
- Supervise the technical team and ensure that the program meets the
targets and deliverables outlined in the Strategic Plan, donor agreements and
satisfies other program commitments.
- Ensure that the adequate technical, financial, and material inputs
and assistance are provided for the implementation of programmatic
activities.
- Oversee the development and
implementation of educational programs, ensuring they are relevant, inclusive, and scalable.
- Identify diverse sources of funding in view of identified needs including
donor relations, proposal writing, and identifying new revenue streams, to
secure resources for the organization’s mission.
- Ensure strong systems are in place for
monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on program impact, learning, and adapting
accordingly.
- Establish a rigorous set of policies and procedures for financial,
donor requirements administrative and grant management which is consistent with the organization's core values.
- Work with the staff and Board to prepare and monitor
organizational budgets and ensure that the organization operates within budget
guideline and ensure financial sustainability.
- Conduct official correspondence for the organization, and execute
legal documents.
- Develop a respectful and professional working relationship with
sub-grantees and partners.
- Recruit, manage and motivate a diverse staff of high quality
people and equipped to execute their roles in education delivery.
- Prepare for the anticipated growth of the organization through the
development and implementation of policies and procedures, including training,
staff development, recruitment and termination, succession planning, and
performance management for all staff.
- Supervise staff on the senior leadership team and ensure the newly
approved organogram is implemented.
- With the Chairperson of the Board of Directors, enable the Board
to fulfill its governance function and ensure transparent
and effective governance of the organization.
- Ensure the Board is informed at least quarterly on various matters
for the organization and its directives thereafter are followed and implemented
and supporting the Board’s evaluation of the CEO.
- Ensure compliance with legal,
regulatory, and donor requirements and that the organization adheres to high
ethical and professional standards.
- Cultivate
and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including governments,
donors, local communities, international organizations, and educational
institutions.
- Collaborate
with other NGOs, civil society organizations, and stakeholders working in
education to maximize impact.
- Assure that the organization and its mission and programs are
consistently presented in a strong, positive image to stakeholders.