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Chief Executive Officer, Project Yananai - Executive Leadership Opportunity
Project Yananai invites an exceptional, visionary executive to assume the position of Chief Executive Officer, leading a dynamic and mission-driven global charity at the vanguard of education and poverty alleviation. Headquartered in the UK, Project Yananai has professional teams in India, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
As an organisation with Christian values, we are unwavering in our conviction that education is the cornerstone of sustainable transformation. Our global initiatives empower communities, break the cycle of poverty, and cultivate long-term impact through innovative educational models and holistic development programs. With a diverse, high-calibre team already achieving significant outcomes with limited resources, we are poised to expand our reach and influence under the guidance of a transformative leader.
About the Role
This is a rare opportunity for a strategic executive to accelerate social impact on a global scale. Reporting to the Chair of the Board of Trustees and working in close partnership with the Executive Leadership Team, you will drive the development and implementation of our Strategic Growth and Impact Plan, shape organisational vision, and spearhead fundraising initiatives that underpin our future sustainability.
You will leverage your networks, expertise, and insight to build strategic alliances, establish our presence in new territories, and deliver scalable solutions that catalyse systemic change. Your leadership will be instrumental in inspiring a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation, harnessing the energy and commitment of a talented team to deliver enduring results.
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Key Responsibilities
- Articulation and execution of a compelling strategy that advances our mission
- Construction of Community Learning Hubs for sustainable skills training
- Roll-out of urgent Relief Operations
- Stewardship and growth of diverse funding streams through relationship-building with donors, grant-makers, and corporate partners
- Oversight of programmatic excellence in education and poverty alleviation initiatives to ensure impact, sustainability, and efficacy
- Advocacy for transformative policies, representation of the organisation at major forums, and championing our cause with clarity and conviction
Requirements
- Unquestioned integrity with a proven track record of inspirational leadership
- Ideal experience in the non-profit, education, or social impact sectors
- Deep understanding of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, poverty alleviation frameworks, and the sustainable development agenda
- Exceptional fundraising acumen and ability to foster high-value partnerships
- Superlative communication skills to engage and inspire stakeholders at every level
- Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree or equivalent leadership experience is highly advantageous
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Work Commitment
This role requires a level of availability and flexibility consistent with executive responsibility. It is ideally suited to senior leaders and professionals with autonomy over their schedules - whether currently employed with discretionary after-hours capacity, self-employed, semi-retired, retired, or working part-time. Initially commission based, the position will transition to a market-competitive, globally benchmarked remuneration package upon successful fundraising and grant acquisition.
About Us
We are committed to supporting the professional and personal growth of our team, offering a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diversity, ingenuity, and resilience.
Call to Action
If you are a distinguished global executive, a humanitarian leader of exceptional passion and drive, and a catalyst for organisational excellence, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of Project Yananai.
Unleash your potential. Empower communities. Transform lives. Lead with distinction as CEO of Project Yananai.
Project Yananai is a charity registered in England and Wales number 1209060 and an equal opportunity organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.
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