47 Executive Directors jobs in South Africa

Natural Justice : Lawyers for Communities and the Environment is a non-profit organisation, specialising in human rights and environmental law, operating in several countries in Africa, at the pan Africa level and influencing global processes. We are a team of progressive legal practitioners and activists who conduct comprehensive research on environmental and human rights law, stand behind communities and local organisations, provide technical advice to governments and intergovernmental organisations, engage in key campaigns and in key international processes in pursuit of social and environmental justice. Natural Justice is headquartered in Cape Town with three regional Hubs based in Senegal, Kenya and South Africa.

Based in either Cape Town, Nairobi or Dakar, Natural Justice seeks to appoint an

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Natural Justice seeks an experienced, full-time professional, familiar with and passionate about the field of environmental justice and with proven management and not-for-profit leadership experience in Africa.

The successful candidate is expected to provide leadership and oversight on all of Natural Justice’s key functions (programmatic, financial and operations) to both scale its impact and ensure the organization’s sustainability.

He / she / they will have the following personal and professional attributes:

• A postgraduate degree in law or other relevant social science discipline;
• Expertise in both environmental law (including natural resource and/or land law) and human rights law, especially with an African focus;
• Years of management expertise with at least 5 years in a leadership position; experience in managing organisations through a change process is a bonus;
• Experience with a broad spectrum of stakeholder engagement and management, ranging from partner communities to donors and government officials. In particular, a track record of working with indigenous peoples and/or local communities;
• Experience in government and international organisation advocacy;
• Familiarity with budgetary processes, monitoring and evaluation frameworks and the development of internal policies and strategic plans;
• Experience with managing and communicating with a board of trustees;
• Ability to manage a diverse and geographically dispersed team and build consensus;
• Experience in fundraising is a must, with the ability to demonstrate fundraising success in previous professional settings;
• A track record in developing networks and setting up new collaborations and partnerships;
• Confident public speaking and excellent writing skills;
• A sense of humour;
• Fluency in English required, French an advantage;
• Willingness to travel and work at the international level as well as with local organisations and communities in remote areas.

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School/Organization: Cairn Christian School (Ontario)

Employment Type: full-time

Compensation Range:

Date Posted: 28 May 2025

Closing Date:

Cairn Christian School is seeking our next Executive Director , effective August 1, 2026, with the possibility of an earlier start date. Cairn Christian School is an interdenominational Christian school system operating elementary school campuses in Smithville and Stoney Creek. The school’s mission is to inspire students to love, learn, and lead together in God’s world, and their bold vision is to be the leaders in education by inspiring a diverse and unified student body to love, learn, and lead with God’s grace, bringing Christ’s love to the world.

Cairn Christian School operates under a Policy Governance Model with the Executive Director as the Board’s sole official connection to the operation of the school. The Senior Leadership Team comprises two principals and the Executive Director. This unique structure presents an exciting opportunity for collaboration.

The Executive Director being sought will be responsible for ensuring the organization’s mission, vision, and goals are achieved. The successful candidate will possess a compelling blend of vision, leadership, interpersonal skills, business acumen, and experience in development and education, for the flourishing of our entire organization.

More information about the position can be found in the Opportunity Profile posted at – News and Information. Nominations for the position should address the candidate’s suitability. Applications for the position are to include a letter of interest, a philosophy of Christian School leadership, a personal statement of faith, and a curriculum vitae.

Kindly direct questions or submit nominations and applications in confidence to:

Mr. Phil Schilstra
Executive Director Search Committee
Cairn Christian School
6470 Townline Rd
Smithville ON L0R 2A0

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SUMMARY:

Executive Director – Pensions & New Markets

Executive Director

Recruiter:

Performability

Job Ref:

AG

Date posted:

Monday, June 16, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

CTC

SUMMARY:

Executive Director – Pensions & New Markets

POSITION INFO:

Our client, a leading pensions company, is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to spearhead their expansion into new markets. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader with a background in the pensions industry, credit/loans, or fintech, who has a proven track record of creating innovative products and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategies to enter new markets and expand the company''s footprint.
• Leading the creation and implementation of new financial products tailored to diverse market needs.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and regulators.
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Providing strategic leadership and guidance to the executive team and other departments.
• Ensuring the company''s financial stability and growth through effective risk management and resource allocation.
  
  

• Degree/Post Graduate Degree in – Finance, Actuarial, Statistics, Econometrics or Maths
• 10 +years of Industry related experience (pensions industry, asset management credit/loans, or fintech.)
• Broad knowledge of tax.
• Proven experience in the pensions industry, credit/loans, or fintech.
• Strong track record of developing and launching successful financial products.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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Job Outline: Independent Executive Director- A voluntary position (pro

bono)

Organisation:
Craft School South Africa (NPC registration Cape Craft School)

Location:
Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Johannesburg, South Africa

Reports to:
Founder Justin Van Breda and the Board

About Craft School South Africa

Teaching skills for real-time job demand.

Craft School South Africa (CSSA) is a new initiative of teaching traditional and

contemporary craft skills. Our mission is to empower previously disadvantaged young

people with a minimum of a school leavers grade 10) through craft-based education,

creating sustainable livelihoods and fostering cultural heritage, and getting our learners into

jobs where there is a skills gap

We provide high-quality, practical training in disciplines such as furniture making, sewing,

textiles, and ironwork, with a vision to expand our craft offerings annually.

As a Non-Profit Company (NPC), we are committed to excellence in governance, ethical

leadership, and long-term social impact.

The first school is based in Cape Town (opening February 2026 with schools following year

on year, with Stellenbosch in 2027 and Johannesburg in 2028

Further information can be found on the website

Position Overview

CSSA, having launched our main fundraising campaign on 20th August, is expanding the

board of directors (executive and non-executive) to reflect the intended national outreach of

the programme.

The Independent Director will serve on the Board of Directors of Craft School South Africa

and aid the board in strategic guidance, governance oversight, and specialist expertise to

ensure the organisation achieves its mission with transparency, sustainability, and

accountability. This role requires independence and the ability to provide objective, high-level

input while maintaining appropriate oversight without involvement in daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Compliance
• Ensure adherence to all governance requirements under the South African
• Companies Act and King IV principles.
• Provide oversight of policies, compliance frameworks, and ethical standards.
• Actively participate in 4 annual board meetings, bringing objective judgment to
• decision-making processes.

Strategic Oversight

• Contribute to the development and monitoring of the school's long-term strategic
• plan.
• Provide expert insight into business growth, partnerships, and sustainability
• strategies.
• Offer independent perspectives on key decisions affecting the school's mission and
• operations.

Financial & Risk Management

• Ensure effective internal controls and financial governance are in place.
• Advise on risk mitigation strategies related to operations, sustainability, and
• compliance.

Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the organisation's reputation by upholding its values and ethical standards.
• Assist in building strong networks and relationships with donors, partners, and
• stakeholders.
• Where appropriate, champion fundraising and resource mobilisation efforts at a strategic level.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Non-Executive Director, governance professional, or senior
• executive.
• Background in
  education, art, social impact, corporate governance, law,
• finance, or risk management
  is advantageous.
• Minimum 8–10 years of leadership experience in a relevant sector.
• Professional certification

Core Competencies

• Independence and integrity in decision-making.
• Strategic thinking and analytical ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to commit sufficient time for board responsibilities and committee work.
• Passion for education, skills development, and social impact.

Term & Remuneration

Appointment Term:
a volunteer position; up to 3 years, renewable based on

performance, contribution, and organisational needs.

Cape Craft School NPC PBO trades as Craft School South Africa

• The Homestead Project for Street Children

Non-Executive Directors at The Homestead Project for Street Children

• Deadline:

03 September 2025

• Region:

Cape Town

• Salary:

Volunteer

• Type of employment:

Part time

Job Description
The Homestead Projects for Street Children is seeking to appoint three new members on our Board of Governance for a 2 year-term of office.

• Role Description: The successful incumbents must provide independent oversight on the integrity of the annual financial statements and the effectiveness of the Organisation's overall strategy. The incumbents will be responsible for bringing board and governance skills and relevant experience to the Organisation.
• Membership: The Homestead is registered in South Africa as a Non-Profit Organisation (NPO and as a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO and all Homestead projects are legally registered and compliant with the Department of Social Development Western Cape regulations and aligned to the South African Children's Act 38 of 2005.
• Board membership is voluntary and as such, members do not receive compensation for their services. The Board may in their sole discretion admit members who actively support The Homestead, whether by making regular financial contributions or otherwise.
• Our Governing Board is made up of 4 – 7 members (this includes a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Treasurer and Secretary). There is the potential to co-opt if additional suitable persons with necessary skills are found. There needs to be continuity between terms of office and the retention of institutional memory.

Roles and Responsibilities

Expectations

• Attend quarterly Board meetings

• The Board shall meet at least five times a year, including the Annual General Meeting

• The Annual General Meeting of The Homestead shall be held no later than the end of September in each year.
• Board meeting may be conducted face-to-face or electronically which allow Board members to be present and participate through electronic means.

• We aim to have a minimum of three in-person meetings a year.

• The Homestead's financial year is from 1 April to 31 March. The Board shall approve the annual budget before the start of every financial year.

• A Finance Sub-Committee comprised of three Board members appointed for this purpose shall approve staff salaries and benefits for the forthcoming year for inclusion in the annual budget.

Qualifications And Requirements
Expertise required on our Governing Board

• In addition to a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Treasurer, we require additional Board members with strong strategic, finance, fundraising, HR and business skills and experience to assist us in the following areas:

• local and global fundraising,

• Compliance with the Department of Social Development
• Compliance with the South African Children's Act,
• Business Strategy Operations and Project Management,
• Monitoring and Evaluation,

• Financial accounting and management.

• We are looking for individuals who wish to serve their community by giving of their leadership expertise, skills and time to support the professional team on the ground.

• Individuals who are passionate about our vision and mission and are committed to the care of neglected and abused children and youth.

In addition we need motivated, enthusiastic, action orientated persons who can assist with:

• Public relations and marketing
• Legal issues Corporate governance, knowledge and experience in negotiating with a Union Ability to analyse and interpret financial data
• Experience in formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures

How to apply

Please send CV and letter of motivation to Abigail Newman
, " base="">
by Wednesday, 3rd September.

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• Date posted:

27 August 2025

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Overview

Introduction

About Bamara

We bring years of experience and authentic engagement in regional remote and urban locations to our services.

Over the past 8 years Bamara has work with people and communities to support them as they achieve their goals.

Bamara delivers services in communities across New South Wales the Northern Territory and Queensland. Our focus is on building individual and community capacity and prosperity through the design and delivery of projects programs and initiatives underpinned by Australian government (state and federal) funding. Visit our website at learn more.

Salary and Benefits

• Ge nerous salary
• 3 days bonus leave during the Christmas / New Year period
• Birthday leave
• Retail and Entertainment discounts acrossleading brands
• Opportunities to upskill with qualifications
• Employee Assistance program for staff and their immediate families
• First Nations Perspective training

Description

Reports to :

Direct Reports May Include :

• Operations Managers
• Program Managers
• Regional Managers and other leadership staff

Location :

Officed based in the Newcastle region with regular travel required to visit our programs

Organisational Context :

Bamara is an Indigenous-owned organisation meaning Helper Friend Companion in Yolngu language dedicated to empowering participants and broader communities through employment training and support services. It delivers a range of Australian Government programslike NDIS support Transition to Work Employability Skills Training Career Transition Assistance Driver License Assistance Program. Workforce Australia Inclusive Employment Australia Australian Apprentice and traineeship providers RTO ISEP and Dhub focusing on culturally safe community-driven service delivery.

Purpose of the Role :

The Executive Director of Operations ensures that Bamaras wide-ranging programs operate efficiently consistently and in alignment with its mission of economic empowerment cultural integrity and community impact. They lead operational excellence across both program delivery and back-of-house functions shaping systems that are effective scalable and culturally responsive.

Operational Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and oversee implementation of operational plans across all programs (e.g. NDIS apprenticeship support youth employment).
• Partner with the executive team to drive growth sustainability and innovation.

Program Delivery & Compliance

• Oversee the day-to-day functioning of program teams to ensure service quality and coordination.
• Ensure strict adherence to standards such as the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission relevant audit frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001) WFA and IEA guidelines Performance and contractual requirements.
• Experience in starts ups

Financial Oversight

• Manage budgets and monitor financial performance across operational functions.
• Drive efficient resource allocation to ensure sustainability and impact.
• Collaborate with the CFO / finance team to prepare annual budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor financial targets and performance simultaneously
• Strong financial and performance management abilities.
• Monitor financial performance and ensure cost-effective resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies contracts and regulatory requirements.

Culture People & Partnerships

• Build leadership capacity among direct reports and foster a collaborative culturally responsive workplace.
• Strengthen partnerships with employers community stakeholders and advisory committees.

• Senior leadership experience in operations ideally within NDIS WFA DES and / or government-funded programs.
• Deep knowledge of the Employment Services Sector
• Demonstrated success in delivering programs that drive social and economic outcomes particularly with First Nations communities.
• Strong financial and performance management abilities.
• Leadership background that embraces cultural competency community engagement and inclusive practice.

• Strategic planning and execution
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills
• Operational and financial acumen
• Risk management and regulatory compliance
• Talent development and culturally responsive leadership
• Stakeholder & community engagement
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Program efficiency (timely quality delivery of services)
• Compliance audit results
• Client outcomesparticipant satisfaction and empowerment
• Budget adherence and cost-effectiveness
• Performance against KPIs and contractual requirements
• Staff retention engagement metrics and team performance
• Strength and impact of partnerships with stakeholder employers and community

• Higher education in Management or business-related field
• 10 years of progressively senior leadership experience in operations management
• Demonstrated track record of operational excellence in a comparable organisation
• Experience in strategic planning financial oversight and change management

• WWCC
• NDIS workers Clearance
• First Aid
• Police check

Required Experience :

Director

Risk Management,Negiotiation,Operational management,Smartsheets,Strategic Planning,Team Management,Budgeting,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Supervising Experience,Financial Planning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Relevant degree / MBA / Executive; Operations - Insurance - Cape Town

A leading medical aid insurer seeks an Executive to join their Exco. Drive end to end operations, strategy, and execution across multi site teams. Bring your qualification and 5 - 8 years operations of customer service management in insurance or financial services with al least 3 - 5 years at a senior Exco level. Proven success in process optimisation. stakeholder management, governance, compliance (FAIS, FSCA, CMS), and data driven decisions is essential. Certifications in project/facilities management are advantageous. Only highly qualified EE candidates will be considered.