Proximity Foundation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Operations to oversee our overall operations, fund allocation, and ensure the smooth functioning of initiatives. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a crucial role in shaping the foundation's strategies, optimising resources, and ensuring the effective implementation of our programs.
This is an individual contributor role that requires a strong ability to handle a wide range of operational tasks independently, while also taking the initiative to build and manage a team from the ground up.
You'll be responsible for
- Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the foundation, ensuring smooth functioning and alignment with our mission and values
- Developing and managing the foundation's operational budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maintaining financial transparency
- Creating and implementing operational strategies to maximize the foundation's impact and reach
- Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of our initiatives
- Monitoring and evaluating the foundation's programs to measure impact and identify areas for improvement
- Recruiting and assessing the right fit for both volunteer positions and regular hires, thus ensuring the team's growth and success
- Building and maintaining relationships with key partners, donors, and stakeholders to support the foundation's growth and sustainability
- Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to the foundation's operations.
You need
- 5+ years of operations management experience, preferably in the non-profit or education sector
- Proven ability to independently manage trust funds, budgets, and financial reporting
- Proficiency in creating actionable reports using Excel
- Proven excellence in developing compelling presentations using PowerPoint or Keynote
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Strong passion for education and commitment to empowering underprivileged communities
- To be deeply empathetic and have a strong rationale while taking decisions and driving things internally and externally
- Bonus points in case you've worked in the technology or engineering field.
About Us
- The Proximity Foundation is dedicated to enriching the lives of underprivileged and high-risk groups of women and children through accessible education
- Our goal is to provide them with a well-rounded education that combines academics with the essential life skills necessary to thrive in the 21st century and beyond
- In a heartfelt post, our Founder and CEO, Hardik, shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind the Proximity Foundation. You can watch it here
- Visit our website to discover our innovative programs and initiatives and learn how you can be a part of our mission by clicking here
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