Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Global Director of Finance
Quick answer
Educate! is hiring a senior Chief Financial Officer/Global Director of Finance based in East Africa (with remote options) to lead the organization's financial strategy and build scalable systems for youth impact.
- Role
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Global Director of Finance
- Organization
- Educate!
- Location
- Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, or remote
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
Educate! is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer or Global Director of Finance to act as an architect for the organization's financial health and operational infrastructure. The role involves designing lean, scalable financial systems and providing strategic analysis to support the organization's mission of empowering youth across Africa. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to turn complex financial data into actionable insights for global growth. This position offers the opportunity to drive significant social impact within a fast-growing, mission-driven non-profit environment.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic leadership over financial operations and cash management.
- Design and implement lean financial systems tailored to product growth stages.
- Define key financial metrics to drive data-informed decision-making for leadership.
- Ensure strict compliance with internal controls, financial regulations, and tax laws.
- Oversee financial reporting for funders, the board, and internal stakeholders.
- Drive continuous improvement through finance and administration technology initiatives.
What it takes
- 6-10 years of strategic leadership experience in finance, operations, or management consulting.
- Proven ability to build and oversee financial systems and reporting infrastructure.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse global leaders.
- Expertise in financial modeling and creating simplified solutions for complex problems.
- Commitment to the mission of empowering African youth and alignment with organizational culture.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical and travel insurance, learning and growth opportunities, flexible work hours, hybrid work arrangements, paid leave, and one week of office closure during December holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
The role is primarily based in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, or Rwanda, but Educate! will also consider exceptional candidates for a remote role based outside of these locations.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary is competitive and based on market factors, though the exact figures are not explicitly stated in the posting.
Do I need a traditional CFO background to apply?
No, a traditional CFO background is not required; the organization welcomes applications from finance-oriented management consultants, general managers, and strategy or operations leaders.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should apply through the organization's official careers portal, ensuring they highlight their strategic leadership and financial systems design experience.
How to apply
Apply directly on Educate!'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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