Managing Director (Education)

TL;DR

Managing Director (Education): Leading the South African network of schools with an accent on commercial performance, operational efficiency, and educational excellence. Focus on driving enrolment growth, strengthening organizational culture, and executing strategic expansion across the region.

Location: Must be based in Johannesburg, South Africa

Company

hirify.global is a pan-African, independent network of schools offering high-quality, enquiry-based education from pre-primary through secondary school.

What you will do

• Own the commercial performance, EBITDA growth, and operational efficiency across the South African school network.
• Lead and develop a high-performing regional leadership team, ensuring accountability and alignment with organizational goals.
• Drive network-wide enrolment strategy, family acquisition, and retention efforts.
• Partner with the Director of Schools to ensure educational integrity and student outcomes remain high while scaling the business.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, including government, regulatory bodies, and the parent community.
• Develop and execute annual and multi-year strategic plans in partnership with the CEO.

Requirements

• Senior leadership experience in a multi-site commercial operation such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, or education.
• Direct accountability for income statements and capital expenditure at a country or regional level.
• Proven track record of driving revenue or enrolment growth in competitive markets.
• Strong commercial sharpness with the ability to make evidence-based decisions.
• Exceptional relational and emotional intelligence for managing diverse stakeholder groups.
• Must be based in Johannesburg, South Africa or willing to work from this location.

Culture & Benefits

• Energetic, entrepreneurial environment that values innovation and creative problem-solving.
• Strong focus on professional growth and mastery for all team members.
• Mission-driven culture focused on developing innovators and leaders for the African Century.
• Collaborative atmosphere that balances high standards with empathy and human-centric leadership.

Hiring process

• Introductory conversation to discuss experience and interest.
• Performance task involving diagnostic exercises aligned with role demands.
• Stakeholder scenario interview with the hiring committee.
• School visit and interview day with regional leadership.
• Final interview with the CEO.