Lafaek Social Enterprise Director
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CARE International
Remote (local)- Career category: Programme/ Project design & management
- Job type: Job
- Experience level: 10+ years
- Organisation type: Civil Society
- Remote option: Remote (local)
- Right to work requirements: Right to work required in advance
- Remuneration: Not Disclosed
- Work schedule: Full-time
- Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
- Deadline: 20/04/2025
- Location: Timor-Leste
About CARE
CARE is an international development and humanitarian organisation that has been working in Timor-Leste since 1994. With programmes that extend across all parts of the country, CARE works with partners to save lives, defeat poverty, and achieve social justice. CARE works with remote, rural communities and civil society partners to combat gender inequality, as this has been shown to be one of the most effective ways to create sustainable development outcomes
The role
The Lafaek Social Enterprise Director will lead the foundation's strategic, operational, and financial activities, ensuring alignment with its mission to promote literacy, numeracy, gender equality, and economic development in Timor-Leste. The Director will drive the foundation’s transition into a sustainable social enterprise while maintaining its core values and commitment to social impact.
The Lafaek Social Enterprise Director will manage three senior managers (the Lafaek Project Manager, the Business Development and Marketing Manager, and the Operations and Finance Manager) and is expected to pursue a clear and compelling vision and motivate high performance.
Selection criteria
● Advanced degree in Business Administration, entrepreneurship, or a related field Minimum ten years of senior management experience with a social enterprise or a similar context.
● Proven track record in social enterprise development, business management, and sustainability. Experience in transforming organizations and driving sustainable growth is essential.
● Extensive experience in fundraising, financial management, and strategic planning. The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to secure funding and manage finances effectively.
● Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and build capacity. The Director must inspire and develop the foundation's staff.
● Excellent representational skills with experience building networks and relationships with diverse stakeholders. The ability to engage and collaborate with various partners is crucial.
● High level of strategic thinking and analytical skills, including the ability to develop and implement creative communication approaches. The Director must be able to think strategically and solve problems effectively.
● Demonstrated understanding of gender equality and women’s empowerment. Commitment to these principles is essential for aligning with the foundation's mission.
● High-level organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities. The Director must manage their time effectively to ensure all responsibilities are met.
CARE is an international development and humanitarian organisation that has been working in Timor-Leste since 1994. With programmes that extend across all parts of the country, CARE works with partners to save lives, defeat poverty, and achieve social justice. CARE works with remote, rural communities and civil society partners to combat gender inequality, as this has been shown to be one of the most effective ways to create sustainable development outcomes
The role
The Lafaek Social Enterprise Director will lead the foundation's strategic, operational, and financial activities, ensuring alignment with its mission to promote literacy, numeracy, gender equality, and economic development in Timor-Leste. The Director will drive the foundation’s transition into a sustainable social enterprise while maintaining its core values and commitment to social impact.
The Lafaek Social Enterprise Director will manage three senior managers (the Lafaek Project Manager, the Business Development and Marketing Manager, and the Operations and Finance Manager) and is expected to pursue a clear and compelling vision and motivate high performance.
Selection criteria
● Advanced degree in Business Administration, entrepreneurship, or a related field Minimum ten years of senior management experience with a social enterprise or a similar context.
● Proven track record in social enterprise development, business management, and sustainability. Experience in transforming organizations and driving sustainable growth is essential.
● Extensive experience in fundraising, financial management, and strategic planning. The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to secure funding and manage finances effectively.
● Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and build capacity. The Director must inspire and develop the foundation's staff.
● Excellent representational skills with experience building networks and relationships with diverse stakeholders. The ability to engage and collaborate with various partners is crucial.
● High level of strategic thinking and analytical skills, including the ability to develop and implement creative communication approaches. The Director must be able to think strategically and solve problems effectively.
● Demonstrated understanding of gender equality and women’s empowerment. Commitment to these principles is essential for aligning with the foundation's mission.
● High-level organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities. The Director must manage their time effectively to ensure all responsibilities are met.
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