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Programs DirectorLesedi Schools & Clinic
Lesedi Community Projects is hiring a Programs Director on an on-site basis at its campus located 13 kilometers outside Victoria Falls. This leadership role involves guiding…
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Lesedi Community Projects is hiring a Programs Director on an on-site basis at its campus located 13 kilometers outside Victoria Falls. This leadership role involves guiding educational, health, and skills initiatives designed to assist rural communities. The organization operates a primary and secondary school serving nearly 500 students, as well as a fully staffed and equipped medical clinic, all housed on a modern campus with over 50 employees and volunteers.…
Job Description
Lesedi Community Projects is hiring a Programs Director on an on-site basis at its campus located 13 kilometers outside Victoria Falls. This leadership role involves guiding educational, health, and skills initiatives designed to assist rural communities. The organization operates a primary and secondary school serving nearly 500 students, as well as a fully staffed and equipped medical clinic, all housed on a modern campus with over 50 employees and volunteers. Following twelve years of facility construction and expansion, the organization seeks a hands-on, energetic leader to enhance ground operations, drive measurable programmatic impact, and cultivate strategic partnerships.
The Programs Director answers directly to the Board and oversees direct reports including two school heads, a head nurse, an Operations Manager, and a Finance Manager, while also collaborating closely with the School Development Committees. Key functions include formulating and executing long-term strategies, establishing rigorous operational standards, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations, building high-performing teams, securing diverse funding sources, and acting as the primary public advocate for the organization.
Responsibilities
- Formulate and execute long-term strategies and new program choices while evaluating overall impact
- Drive educational outcomes and monitor ongoing program improvements for all stakeholders
- Establish regular operational deliverables with direct reports and hold them accountable for execution
- Ensure the organization maintains efficient policies, systems, processes, and legal compliance
- Lead and develop high-performing teams to foster safe and inclusive cultures
- Secure diverse funding streams and manage budgets with strong financial discipline
- Represent the organization publicly and build relationships with donors, government bodies, NGOs, and local communities
Requirements
- At least 10 years of total work experience in relevant sectors
- Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience within an NGO, preferably in education
- Demonstrated track record of delivering high performance and driving organizational change
- Strong financial literacy with experience managing budgets
- Ability to work independently and manage diverse responsibilities
- Experience building relationships with multiple stakeholders, including donors and rural communities
Qualifications
- Hold a university degree
- Possess additional professional or relevant qualifications beyond a degree
- Prior fundraising experience
Core Skills
Benefits
- Two-year employment contract that is renewable based on performance
- Attractive benefits package that includes an accommodation option
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Where is this job located?
The position is located on-site at the Lesedi Community Projects campus, which is situated 13 kilometers outside Victoria Falls.
What is the employment type and contract duration?
The role is offered on a two-year contract that is renewable based on positive performance.
What salary is offered for this role?
The salary is not stated in the job posting, though applicants are required to provide their current gross salary and salary expectations when applying.
What are the core experience requirements?
Candidates must have at least 10 years of total work experience in relevant sectors, including a minimum of 5 years in senior leadership within an NGO.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested applicants must submit a maximum 3-page CV with three contactable referees, a motivation letter, copies of academic and professional credentials, and salary details to fiona@ngoko.com by November 11, 2026.
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