Chief of Staff, Office of the COO Job EIDU

• Coordinate cross-functional design and review processes to ensure alignment across Learning, Research, Country, Finance, Government Relations, and Fundraising
• Ensure that insights from research, implementation experience, and stakeholder feedback are integrated into program refinements
• Collaborate with Learning and Data to ensure program design choices are reflected in measurable indicators and operational targets
• Support standardization of delivery approaches across countries while maintaining contextual flexibility

• Facilitate cross-functional review and refinement of EIDU's core organisational metrics and operational targets, in collaboration with Learning, Data, and Strategy.
• Define clear decision “triggers” that connect performance indicators to strategic and operational actions and escalation pathways
• Strengthen how data is used across countries and functions to improve focus, efficiency, and execution discipline at scale

• Lead cross-functional alignment on annual goals and quarterly planning cycles
• Ensure operational targets and key metrics are embedded within planning and review processes
• Develop content and agendas for senior leadership meetings, ensuring data and progress against targets inform strategic prioritisation
• Align staffing and funding plans with organizational goals and priorities in collaboration with People and Finance

• Drive or support high-priority cross-cutting initiatives identified by the COO, such as risk management, strategic procurement, cross-country coordination, or expansion efforts.
• Provide structured analytical and execution support to senior leaders on time-bound strategic priorities

• The desire to use your skills to bring about positive social change.

• Bachelor's degree, preferably including analytical coursework

• 5-8 years of experience in roles such as management consulting, strategy and operations, business intelligence, product or program management, or similar fields
• Working in or supporting organizations operating in low-resource or Global South contexts
• Influencing senior stakeholders and driving cross-functional initiatives
• Entrepreneurial / startup experience preferred

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