HEAD OF OPERATIONS

African Leadership Academy

Developing the next generation of African leaders

HEAD OF OPERATIONS

African Leadership Academy is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Operations to lead the organization’s operations function, unlock potential and execute our strategic vision. In this role, you will enable one of Africa’s most diverse and dynamic residential learning communities.

We seek people who create a culture of sharing and collaboration and who align to our core values and mission. Our people are hard-working, self-motivated and have a passion for their work and the impact they can make in growing young leaders for the African Continent.

ROLE PROFILE

You are an experienced operations leader with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a medium-to large sized organisation with significant physical footprint.

• You have experience designing and executing the operational and strategic priorities of the Operations department along with managing a range of key contractors including facilities, grounds and maintenance, hospitality and security.
• Your career experience and track record along with your growth mindset equip you to be able to manage the complexity of our residential campus facility.
• You are a dynamic, influential, and strategic leader within your field who is a source of energy and inspiration.
• Strong values, integrity and sound corporate governance are non-negotiable principles for you – as evidenced in your organisational, managerial, administrative, and communicative style.
• You are well networked and are known for developing, fostering, and sustaining meaningful partnerships with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally.
• You are astutely aware of the challenges and opportunities facing South African schools (or facilities more broadly), particularly with reference to long term financial and environmental sustainability– something that positively ignites the innovative leadership qualities within you.
• You are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and are excited to embrace the opportunity to lead the Operations team and partner with the Executive Leadership team in the next exciting phase of the Academy’s strategic journey.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please apply online by clicking on here.
• For a detailed copy of the job profile for this role, please click here.

• The package offered for this position is commensurate with a similar role within the independent schooling environment and includes a range of appealing benefits including generous leave, educational benefit for your children, individualised professional development opportunities and a range of other benefits and services available to staff.
• Closing date for applications: 30 October 2025.