Executive Director

Job title : Executive Director

Job Location : Lagos Deadline : October 05, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

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Summary

• Do you have a passion for nonprofit leadership, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and creating measurable social impact?
• We are seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead strategy, operations, fundraising, partnerships, and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and drive the Foundation's vision and growth.
• Work closely with the Board of Directors to achieve organizational goals.
• Lead fundraising, donor engagement, and revenue-generation initiatives.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, programmes, and organizational performance.
• Manage budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with governance, legal, and risk management requirements.
• Serve as the Foundation's primary spokesperson and advocate.
• Build and maintain relationships with beneficiaries, stakeholders, and community partners.
• Increase awareness and visibility of the Foundation and its mission.
• Recruit, lead, mentor, and develop staff and volunteers.
• Foster a high-performing, inclusive, and mission-driven organizational culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Public Health, Social Sciences, Healthcare Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, or a related field.
• Bachelor's Degree with relevant professional certifications and demonstrated leadership experience within the nonprofit sector.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior nonprofit leadership or management role.
• Proven success in fundraising, donor management, and resource mobilization.
• Experience working effectively with Boards of Directors and governance structures.
• Strong financial management, budgeting,fundraising and operational oversight experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships and engage diverse stakeholders.