Head Of Operations

7 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa African Leadership Academy Full time R200 000 - R250 000 per year

ABOUT US:

African Leadership Academy is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Operations to lead the organization's operations function, unlock potential, and execute our strategic vision. In this role, you will enable one of Africa's most diverse and dynamic residential learning communities.

We seek people who create a culture of sharing and collaboration and who align to our core values and mission. Our people are hard-working, self-motivated, and have a passion for their work and the impact they can make in growing young leaders for the African Continent.

ROLE PROFILE:

  • You are an experienced operations leader with a minimum of 10 years' experience in a medium-to large-sized organisation with significant physical footprint. You have experience designing and executing the operational and strategic priorities of the Operations department, along with managing a range of key contractors, including facilities, grounds and maintenance, hospitality, and security.
  • Your career experience and track record, along with your growth mindset, equip you to be able to manage the complexity of our residential campus facility.
  • You are a dynamic, influential, and strategic leader within your field who is a source of energy and inspiration.
  • Strong values, integrity, and sound corporate governance are non-negotiable principles for you – as evidenced in your organisational, managerial, administrative, and communicative style.
  • You are well networked and are known for developing, fostering, and sustaining meaningful partnerships with a variety of stakeholders both internally and externally.
  • You are astutely aware of the challenges and opportunities facing South African schools (or facilities more broadly), particularly with reference to long-term financial and environmental sustainability– something that positively ignites the innovative leadership qualities within you.
  • You are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and are excited to embrace the opportunity to lead the Operations team and partner with the Executive Leadership team in the next exciting phase of the Academy's strategic journey

The package offered for this position is commensurate with a similar role within the independent schooling environment and includes a range of appealing benefits, including generous leave, educational benefits for your children, individualised professional development opportunities, and a range of other benefits and services available to staff.

Report to: Chief Financial Officer

Job Location: ALA Campus, Honeydew, Johannesburg

Start date: 01 January 2026

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