Management Executive

Executive Director

An excellent executive director is an influential manager with ability to lead and motivate. They have great communication skills and take a holistic approach in managing the organizations operations.

The goal is to manage and lead the organization towards the realization of its mission.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies aiming to promote the organizations mission and voice
• Create complete business plans for the attainment of goals and objectives set by the board of directors
• Build an effective team of leaders by providing guidance and coaching to subordinate managers
• Ensure adherence of the organizations daily activities and long-term plans to established policies and legal guidelines
• Direct and oversee investments and fundraising efforts
• Forge and maintain relations of trust with shareholders, partners and external authorities
• Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile
• Review reports by subordinate managers to acquire understanding of the organizations financial and non-financial position
• Devise remedial actions for any identified issues and conduct crisis management when necessary

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as executive director or in other managerial position
• Experience in developing strategies and plans
• Ability to apply successful fundraising and networking techniques
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance
• In depth knowledge of corporate governance principles and managerial best practices
• An analytical mind capable for out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems
• Outstanding organization and leadership abilities
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and public speaking skills
• MSc/MA in business administration or relevant field