Director General – Executive Leadership Role

About the role

The Director General provides overall leadership for the organization, shaping its strategic direction, ensuring financial sustainability, and driving cultural transformation. Reporting to the board, the role demands a visionary executive who can align diverse stakeholder interests and respond swiftly to market dynamics.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the organization’s long‑term strategic plan, monitoring performance against goals.
• Lead a high‑performing executive team, setting priorities, performance standards and fostering a culture of accountability.
• Oversee financial health, including budgeting, resource allocation, fundraising and financial reporting.
• Represent the organization publicly, communicating its mission, vision and achievements to boards, government bodies, partners and the community.
• Drive change‑management initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and promote an inclusive, innovative workplace.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including boards, regulators, donors and community organizations.

Required profile

• Minimum 15 years of executive leadership experience with progressive responsibility.
• Proven record of developing and implementing strategic plans that deliver growth.
• Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, including work with boards and government entities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with data‑driven decision‑making.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills across all organizational levels.

Required skills

• Strategic planning and execution
• Financial management and budgeting
• Stakeholder relationship management
• Change management
• Regulatory and compliance knowledge

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic organization.
• Leadership of a dedicated, high‑performing team.
• Competitive executive compensation package.