Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Role Description The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide overall strategic and operational leadership for IELTS Exam and English Exam Preparation. This part-time, hybrid role is based in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with flexibility for some work-from-home. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing financial performance, directing operations, and guiding business planning to ensure sustainable growth. The CEO will lead sales and partnership initiatives, set strategic priorities, and monitor key performance indicators to align services with learner needs. The role also involves building and managing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of quality education, and representing the organization to external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong Finance skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.
• Proficiency in Operations Management to oversee processes, workflows, and service delivery.
• Experience in Business Planning and Strategic Planning to define goals, roadmaps, and growth initiatives.
• Demonstrated Sales capabilities, including business development, partnerships, and revenue generation.
• Proven leadership experience in education, training, or related sectors, preferably in language or exam preparation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and collaborate with diverse, multicultural teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Education, or a related field; advanced degree is an advantage.
• Familiarity with English language exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, FCE, CAE, or Business English is highly beneficial.