Head Of Operations

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration, Operations Management, International Development, Project Management, or a related field.
  

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required; an advanced degree is strongly preferred.
  

• Professional certifications such as PMP®, PRINCE2®, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent are an advantage
  

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in operations management, administration, or project support, preferably in consulting firms, donor -funded programs, or international development environments.
  

• Proven experience managing operational functions across multi -sector programs, including education, governance, technology, AI, and infrastructure.
  

• At least 5 years of experience supporting or overseeing operations in projects funded by USAID, the World Bank, EU, DFID/FCDO, or similar multilateral institutions.
  

• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing internal systems, processes, SOPs, and compliance frameworks.
  

• Experience supporting proposal development, bid submissions, and start -up operations of new projects or offices is a strong asset.
  

• In -depth knowledge of donor regulations and operational standards (e.g., USAID 2 CFR 200, FAR, ADS; World Bank Procurement Framework).
  

• Strong skills in project management tools and platforms (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana, Jira).
  

•  Experience in managing operational integration of innovation -driven teams, such as AI labs or digital development initiatives.
  

•  Familiarity with Seismic’s thematic areas including vocational education, fintech, digital transformation, and infrastructure development.
  

•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to liaise confidently with internal and external stakeholders including donors, consultants, and vendors.
  

•  Strong leadership and team coordination skills, with demonstrated ability to lead cross -functional and multicultural teams.