About the Company

Slum2School is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of underprivileged children in Africa through education and empowerment. They focus on providing access to quality education, healthcare, and skill development programs, aiming to break the cycle of poverty. The organization is driven by a mission to create sustainable change and foster leadership within African communities. Their work emphasizes innovation, community engagement, and a deep commitment to social impact.

Job Description

Slum2School is seeking a highly strategic and analytical Chief of Staff to serve as a key advisor and support system to the Executive Director and leadership team.

In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient coordination and execution of strategic initiatives, while also enhancing internal operations and fostering collaboration across all departments. Your ability to drive cross-functional projects and manage competing priorities will be crucial to the organization's success.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic social impact organization, contributing directly to its mission of transforming lives through education and empowerment.

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Required Skills

Strategic PlanningProject ManagementOrganizational DevelopmentLeadershipCommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingStakeholder EngagementOperations ManagementReport WritingPresentation Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Executive Director’s trusted advisor and thought partner.
  • Support the planning, monitoring, and execution of organizational strategies and special projects.
  • Coordinate and track key deliverables, initiatives, and high-level decisions across departments.
  • Lead internal strategic planning sessions and monitor progress on goals and OKRs.
  • Ensure the timely preparation of reports, proposals, board documents, and presentations.
  • Facilitate communication and alignment across teams to promote collaboration and accountability.
  • Identify operational bottlenecks and lead efforts to improve internal workflows and productivity.
  • Support the development of SOPs, documentation, and cross-departmental communication processes.
  • Oversee execution of priorities from the Executive Director’s office.
  • Represent the Executive Director in internal and external meetings when required.
  • Manage and follow up on key partnerships, donor relationships, and stakeholder communications.
  • Ensure timely execution and feedback on donor reports, grants, and stakeholder updates.
  • Provide guidance and support to department leads on strategic goals, execution, and timelines.
  • Monitor the performance of strategic initiatives and offer timely feedback and direction.
  • Act as a liaison between the Executive Director and senior team members to align priorities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Management, Development Studies, Public Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
  • 4–7 years of experience in project management, consulting, operations, or executive support, preferably in a social impact or nonprofit environment.
  • Proven experience in strategic execution, organizational development, and internal coordination.
  • Excellent leadership, planning, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Exceptional writing and presentation skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Highly organized, efficient, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Passionate about social impact, education, and systems change in Africa.

How to Apply

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As Chief of Staff, you will be the Executive Director's strategic right hand, driving key initiatives and ensuring seamless operations. Your role is pivotal in translating vision into action, fostering collaboration, and optimizing organizational effectiveness. Success will be measured by the successful execution of strategic projects, improved cross-departmental alignment, and enhanced operational efficiency.

Posted Date

February 24, 2026

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