Director of Operations

The Director of Operations oversees the Operations Department, which ensures that all aspects of our organization function smoothly and efficiently
In addition to general operations and HR work, this role will be tasked with maintaining a number of key relationships, as well as giving input on FWIs general programming and strategy This role reports to the Executive Director and will be part of FWIs leadership team You will play a key role in shaping the organizations direction and advancing fish welfare in India

1 Oversee FWIs operations and legal compliance in India
Departmental oversight: Oversee our operations department (currently 3 staff members) to ensure that all work is completed to a high standard Operations department tasks include payroll, reimbursement, contracts, hiring, office management, vendor relations, etc Legal: Lead FWIs legal compliance in India 2 Serve as a leader in the organization Staff support: Support the professional development and overall welfare of our team in India and address specific issues and concerns Programmatic consultation: Provide input and support to other programs, as needed Leadership meetings and decisions: Participate in leadership meetings and decision-making Upholding FWIs cultural values: Live out FWIs cultural values in your daily work, and support an organization-wide environment where these values are upheld 3 Lead key partnerships Programmatic partnerships: Support our programs by ensuring smooth and mutually beneficial relationships with our partners in the field, such as universities and farmers Legal partnerships: Act as our lead representative for our work with our accountants and legal team

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR
Minimum Requirements You have the right to work in India Three or more years of operations experience, ideally with leadership experience Fluent in written and oral English Ability to travel to Eluru, Andhra Pradesh (one to four weeks per quarter)

Preferred Skills and Qualities