Location:
Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Contract Type:
Full Time
Experience Required:
More than 10 years
Education Level:
Master
Salary:
400.000,00 NGN /
Monthly
Job Description
The Managing Director (MD) of Tosin Olatunjoye Foundation is the chief executive responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational management of the foundation. The MD ensures the foundation's vision is translated into impact through sustainable programs, stakeholder engagement, financial stewardship, and organizational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
Drive the vision, mission, and long-term strategy of the foundation in alignment with Board directives.
Translate strategy into annual goals and impact metrics, ensuring execution and accountability.
Identify and pursue new areas for social impact aligned with the foundation’s purpose.
Operational Oversight
Lead and oversee the daily operations including programs, finance, HR, communications, and partnerships.
Establish and maintain effective internal systems and processes to support growth and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, governance, and ethical standards.
Program Management & Impact
Supervise the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs.
Ensure programs are evidence-based, impactful, and aligned with community needs.
Promote innovation and scale successful models for greater reach and effectiveness.
Financial Stewardship
Lead financial planning, budget development, and performance monitoring.
Ensure efficient use of resources, cost controls, and transparent reporting.
Build financial sustainability through fundraising, donor engagement, and revenue-generating initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement
Represent the foundation to partners, government, media, and civil society.
Build strong relationships with donors, grantees, and beneficiaries.
Champion the foundation’s brand, values, and voice externally and internally.
Governance and Board Relations
Provide timely, relevant, and accurate reporting to the Board.
Support the Board in governance oversight, strategic planning, and performance evaluation.
Implement Board decisions and uphold strong Board-Management collaboration.
Team Leadership
Build and lead a high-performing, purpose-driven team.
Cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, learning, and inclusion.
Mentor senior managers and ensure effective succession planning.
Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Development Studies, or related fields.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in non-profit, development, philanthropy, or public interest organizations.
Proven track record in fundraising, donor engagement, or social enterprise.
Strong financial acumen and experience managing multi-million budgets.
Exceptional communication, people, and strategic thinking skills.
Key Competencies:
Visionary leadership and integrity
Results-oriented and data-driven
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Sound judgment and decision-making ability
Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
Passion for social impact and community development
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
Drive the vision, mission, and long-term strategy of the foundation in alignment with Board directives.
Translate strategy into annual goals and impact metrics, ensuring execution and accountability.
Identify and pursue new areas for social impact aligned with the foundation’s purpose.
Operational Oversight
Lead and oversee the daily operations including programs, finance, HR, communications, and partnerships.
Establish and maintain effective internal systems and processes to support growth and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, governance, and ethical standards.
Program Management & Impact
Supervise the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs.
Ensure programs are evidence-based, impactful, and aligned with community needs.
Promote innovation and scale successful models for greater reach and effectiveness.
Financial Stewardship
Lead financial planning, budget development, and performance monitoring.
Ensure efficient use of resources, cost controls, and transparent reporting.
Build financial sustainability through fundraising, donor engagement, and revenue-generating initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement
Represent the foundation to partners, government, media, and civil society.
Build strong relationships with donors, grantees, and beneficiaries.
Champion the foundation’s brand, values, and voice externally and internally.
Governance and Board Relations
Provide timely, relevant, and accurate reporting to the Board.
Support the Board in governance oversight, strategic planning, and performance evaluation.
Implement Board decisions and uphold strong Board-Management collaboration.
Team Leadership
Build and lead a high-performing, purpose-driven team.
Cultivate a culture of excellence, accountability, learning, and inclusion.
Mentor senior managers and ensure effective succession planning.
Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Development Studies, or related fields.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in non-profit, development, philanthropy, or public interest organizations.
Proven track record in fundraising, donor engagement, or social enterprise.
Strong financial acumen and experience managing multi-million budgets.
Exceptional communication, people, and strategic thinking skills.
Key Competencies:
Visionary leadership and integrity
Results-oriented and data-driven
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Sound judgment and decision-making ability
Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
Passion for social impact and community development
Number of vacancies:
1
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