Chief Operating Officer (COO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to translate strategy into clear operating plans and strengthen organizational delivery. Working closely with the Chief Executive, the COO will contribute an operational perspective to strategic discussions, set objectives and KPIs, establish performance reporting, and clarify accountability across teams. The role will oversee business operations, build and develop core functions and leadership capacity, and improve cross-functional coordination. Responsibilities also include managing organization-wide risk, strengthening governance and business continuity, ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory expectations, and making informed resource decisions in partnership with finance leadership. Candidates should bring experience building and scaling functions, setting performance measures, and leading operational improvement, along with strong written skills, including report writing and contract review. They should be able to manage organizational risk, establish effective governance, and apply sound commercial and financial judgment. Experience in the charity, nonprofit, or third sector is desirable, as is familiarity with organizations operating across multiple entities or jurisdictions and with fundraising or education functions. The ideal candidate is collaborative, comfortable partnering with a chief executive while exercising independent operational authority, and able to balance hands-on delivery with strategic leadership.