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The successful candidate, will lead the implementation of the strategy within the assigned region driving the sustainable growth of a “premium educational framework” to Schools and strategic partnerships with governments, education systems, and key stakeholders. The role is responsible for delivering region-level objectives, strengthening the framework presence across the education ecosystem, and aligning regional priorities with national education transformation goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead regional growth of the programmes at schools, driving community expansion and long-term impact within the region.
• Oversee the country portfolio and manage the delegated budget, ensuring effective delivery of in-country programmes and operational excellence.
• Lead and develop a cross-functional team of local professionals across community development, stakeholder partnerships, recognition and advocacy, marketing and communications, and business operations.
• Develop and execute country-specific community partnership and development strategies aligned with regional and centrally approved priorities.
• Drive the growth of already authorized schools and strategic school group partnerships, providing localised support and fostering strong engagement across the education community.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with Ministries of Education, education authorities, agencies, philanthropic organisations, industry partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends and the education landscape, advising the Subregion Head/Regional Director on opportunities, risks, and alignment with national education reform agendas.
• Represent the foundation externally, acting as the organisation’s ambassador in national forums and with key stakeholders to strengthen advocacy, influence, and the adoption of the programmes.

Key Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Public Policy, or related field
• 7+ years of leadership experience in education, policy, or international programs.
• Experience working with government and education institutions.
• Familiarity with international education systems.
• Proven track record in growing stakeholder base and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain high-level partnerships with governments and institutions.

End Date 9th August 2026

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This role is focused on executing complex account reconciliations under the close guidance of external auditors. The successful candidate will play a hands-on role in resolving historical accounting discrepancies by methodically reconciling accounts and ensuring the accuracy of financial records.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Reconcile Balance Sheet accounts and identify outstanding variances.
• Review and reconcile grant accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile multi-currency transactions and investigate discrepancies.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the General Ledger and resolve mismatches.
• Clean and validate financial data to support accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation for audit review.
• Work closely with external auditors, implementing reconciliation tasks in line with agreed priorities.
• Escalate unresolved issues and provide regular progress updates.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all reconciliations are fully documented.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Able to focus on detailed reconciliation work without losing accuracy.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to manage high volumes of reconciliation tasks.
• Able to work collaboratively under close guidance and meet tight deadlines.