Deputy Director
- Organization
- LEAD Edu
- Location
- Remote in the United States
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Deadline for Applications
- 02/22/2025
- How to Apply
- Please submit the following to careers@leadedu.org with the subject line "Position Name - Your Full Name": 1) A one-page resume in PDF; 2) A statement of interest (maximum 300 words) in a separate PDF explaining why you are a good fit for this position
- Where to Apply
- careers@leadedu.org
- Tags
- Full-time
Deputy Director
Location: Remote in the United States (Eastern or Central time zone) About LEAD LEAD Edu is building a global network of ethical, empathetic and entrepreneurial leaders. We establish, support, and grow transformative programs that deliver high-quality education, soft-skill development through sport, and community engagement to support low-income, high-potential boys and girls on their pathways to drive positive change. 1) LEAD Hubs are independent, locally-led organizations that provide academic classes, elite sports training, and life skills development to high-potential youth ages 8-18. Our two current Hubs – LEAD Monrovia Football Academy (Liberia) and LEAD Morocco – serve 286 student-athletes. LEAD Edu provides grants and technical support to enhance the impact and sustainability of LEAD Hubs. The LEAD network of organizations currently consists of three independent NGOs that collaborate closely: LEAD Monrovia Football Academy (LEAD MFA) in Liberia, LEAD Morocco, and LEAD Edu, a global umbrella organization. LEAD Edu is a US-based NGO that drives new country growth and supports LEAD Hubs with funding, technical assistance, and opportunities for LEAD students studying outside their home countries. Role Summary LEAD Edu is seeking a Deputy Director to oversee day-to-day internal operations including staff management, program implementation, and organizational systems, as well as external initiatives including communications, fundraising strategy, and community partnerships. The Deputy Director will serve as a key thought partner to the Executive Director (ED), supporting organizational strategy and growth. The ideal candidate will be both a skilled operational leader and a strategic thinker who can translate vision into action. Key Responsibilities Strategic Thinking and Organizational Growth – 20% Lead Day-to-Day-Operational and Programs Management – 50% External Relations and Development – 30% Candidate Profile Qualifications Key Competencies: Benefits LEAD Edu offers full-time employees generous paid leave, access to co-working space, stipends for health insurance, and retirement contributions. |
Additional Information
See the job description and hiring instructions here: https://leadedu.org/careers