E&K Academia

Location: Hong Kong

Reports To: Board of Directors

Position Type: Full-Time, Executive Level

Purpose of the Role:

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for providing visionary leadership and overall strategic direction for E&K Academia, a dynamic and forward-thinking educational organization. The CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors and executive leadership team to drive the organization’s mission, vision, and values while fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement in educational services. This role will focus on delivering sustainable growth, advancing educational initiatives, and ensuring the organization’s long-term success.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership & Vision
   • Set and execute the strategic vision for the organization in alignment with its mission and goals.
   • Lead the development and implementation of the organization’s strategic plans, ensuring alignment with the current and future needs of the education sector.
   • Oversee the design and execution of educational partnership, programs and services that meet both short-term and long-term objectives.
2. Financial Stewardship & Sustainability
   • Manage the financial performance of the organization, ensuring fiscal responsibility, budgeting, and resource allocation.
   • Work with the finance team to ensure sound financial planning, forecasting, and risk management.
   • Foster relationships with stakeholders to secure funding, sponsorships, and partnerships to fuel the growth and organizational ambition.
   • Manage the allocation of resources (financial, human, and technological) to ensure the effective execution of educational and operational initiatives.
   • Oversee the finance team to ensure the organization's financial resources are effectively utilized and that operational goals are met within budgetary constraints.
3. Operational Excellence
   • Ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of the organization, focusing on efficiency and effective resource utilization.
   • Implement systems and processes to ensure outstanding educational outcomes and organizational performance.
   • Monitor and evaluate the impact of educational programs and services, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of quality and relevance.
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building
   • Act as the primary representative of the organization to key external stakeholders, including government entities, partners, and community leaders.
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with educational institutions, policymakers, business leaders, and other key stakeholders.
   • Lead communication efforts to ensure transparency, trust, and collaboration within the community, sector, and with all stakeholders.
5. Leadership & Organizational Culture
   • Lead, inspire, and mentor a high-performing leadership team to execute the organization’s strategic objectives.
   • Foster a collaborative and inclusive organizational culture that promotes innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
   • Promote a growth mindset throughout the organization to continually adapt to changing educational needs and opportunities.
6. Governance & Board Relations
   • Report to the Board of Directors on organizational performance, strategic initiatives, and key developments.
   • Collaborate with the Board to set organizational goals, measure progress, and evaluate risks.
   • Provide insight and guidance to the Board on governance matters and ensure the organization’s activities align with its mission and values.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Master’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • A Doctorate in Education (EdD, PhD) or other relevant advanced degree will be an advantage.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience (20+ years) in a executive leadership role in education, professional services or related industries.
  • Strong track record of successfully leading large international teams, and cross-functional operations for major growth and/or business expansion.
  • Successful experience working with Boards of Directors and key stakeholders within and outside the organizations.
  • Expertise in strategic planning, financial management, and organizational development.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Deep understanding of the current educational landscape, trends, and challenges.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in managing budgets, resources, and risk.
  • Ability to think strategically and drive change within a dynamic environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to innovate and leverage technology to enhance educational offerings.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including educators, government officials, business leaders, and community members.
  • Strong understanding of governance best practices and working with boards.
• Personal Attributes:
  • A growth-minded leader that articulates the vision clearly and aligns all parties to the vision.
  • Translate the vision and strategy into actionable strategic objectives and motivate all to achieve the targets.
  • Keen passion for education and a commitment to improving educational outcomes, advancing the mission and goals of the organization.
  • Collaborative, innovative, and able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • A high level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct in all areas.

This role is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader who is passionate about transforming education, driving innovation, and making a lasting impact on learners, educators, and communities. If you are ready to take the helm of a thriving educational organization, we encourage you to apply.