Director - Entrepreneurship Program (Palamaner)

About the role

The Director leads overall strategy, operations and organizational development for the site in Palamaner. This full-time, on-site role sets program priorities, oversees project execution and ensures alignment with the organization's mission to foster entrepreneurship and sustainable development. It manages cross-functional teams, supervises budgets and maintains high standards in service delivery and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor performance indicators and coordinate with local and international partners
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership and donors
• Identify opportunities for innovation and growth
• Mentor team members and represent the organization at events and meetings
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulations

Required profile

• Proven experience in senior leadership or director-level roles, preferably in entrepreneurship, economic development, education or nonprofit management
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Public Policy or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• Familiarity with African entrepreneurship ecosystems and local socio-economic contexts is highly beneficial
• Ability to work on-site in Palamaner full time and travel occasionally for meetings, events or partner visits

Required skills

• Strategic planning, organizational management and program execution
• Budget, resource and timeline management
• Partnership building, fundraising and stakeholder engagement
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, using data and metrics to guide decisions