The Chrysalis Academy is a non-profit organization based in Tokai (Cape Town) offering a three-month residential youth development program for youth of the Western Cape. The program is holistic and trauma-responsive. It is based on discipline, structure, order and routine. Chrysalis Academy, a smoke, drug and alcohol free organization seeks an energetic and highly motivated Individual for its position of Chief Executive Officer on a three-year renewable contractCHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Basic

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.Purpose: To lead and manage the Chrysalis Academy and all its strategic and operational business units by providing strategic direction, inspiring leadership and creating a vision for ongoing growth and development in pursuance of holistic youth development.

Requirements:

A relevant Masters Degree in management, social sciences, development studies, or a related field. Extensive (over 15 years) leadership and management experience in a non-profit, youth development, advocacy, or social justice organization. Relevant corporate or public sector experience will also be considered. A proven track record of having cultivated relationships of deep trust, respect, and mutual understanding with key stakeholders within the NGO and youth development sector. Experience in policy advocacy, governance, and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in governance, leadership, fundraising, donor relations, and financial management. Experienced professional, respected in the field, with the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships at all levels of government, donor organizations, community-based organizations, and the commercial sector. A valid drivers license is essential. Experience of working within a holistic and trauma-responsive framework Fluent in at least 2 South African languages. Non-smoker and of sober habits. Embody self-care and therapeutic practices.Key performance areas: Provide overall leadership and strategic direction in alignment with the Academys vision and mission. Oversee financial and operational management of the Academy on behalf of the Board of Trustees. Cultivate relationships with International organizations, national, local and provincial government departments and other NGO / NPOs to achieve the CAs vision, mission, strategic goals and objectives. Ensure the Academy follows good governance principles and practices. Develop and implement fundraising strategies for financial sustainability. Manage donor relations, oversee proposal submissions, and monitor budgets. Ensure that all organizational policies and procedures are adhered to. Oversee program and service planning, execution, and evaluation. Ensure the implementation of the Western Cape Safety Plan project. Support the student program through counselling, facilitation or coaching.Skills and competence: Strategic leadership and visioning skills to drive the organizations mission. Able to motivate and continue to build a strong team within the Academy in harmony with its overall principles. Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, auditing, and financial planning. Excellent fundraising and marketing skills, including proposal writing and donor engagement. Strong governance knowledge and ability to oversee compliance and risk management. Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with relevant experience in public speaking. Stringent organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation. Excellent report writing skills. Well-developed computer skills (PowerPoint, MS Word and Excel). Excellent facilitation skills. Experience in managing a Multimedia Hub would be advantageous. Excellent interpersonal and social skills. Embrace and fully enhance multiculturalism and other levels of diversity.To apply, email your CV, motivational letter, copies of qualifications and drivers license to: Chrysalis Academy
Chief Executive Officer position available in Western Cape, Cape Town. This job position was posted by Chrysalis Academy . The job has been posted as a top4500 ad on 2025-02-27 at 08:30:13 in the Management category

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