Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Rector Admin & Operations

We’re transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances and breakthrough discoveries!

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is an innovative, pan-African centre for post-graduate training, research and outreach which has achieved global recognition since opening its first centre in South Africa in 2003. AIMS centres offer a number of educational programs including a one-year taught Masters and MPhil and PhD degrees by research. Each AIMS centre provides an intensive and broad education to over 50 African students each year and prepares them for leadership careers in academia, governance and industry. The AIMS educational program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a 24-hour learning environment.

Based on the success of the first AIMS centre, the AIMS Next Einstein Initiative (AIMS-NEI,www.nexteinstein.org) was launched with the mission of enabling Africa’s brightest students to flourish as independent thinkers, problem solvers and innovators capable of propelling Africa’s future scientific, educational and economic self-sufficiency. As part of this network, the AIMS-NEI secretariat acts as a coordinating body for all centres.

Within the context of an unprecedented mission and a pioneering innovative math and science education institution, AIMS Tanzania seeks to attract a dynamic professional to give leadership to the smooth and efficient operation of the institute as our…

Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Rector Admin & Operations

In this start-up role, you will spearhead the management of the non-academic aspects of the Centre – an international setting that conducts teaching, research and outreach of mathematical sciences. Leading a diverse team of 4-8 professionals, you will embrace the challenge to create a world-class learning environment using an established model with the flexibility to adapt to local needs and the opportunity to innovate new approaches. You will oversee the launch of a defined curriculum and give guidance to the Centre’s growth in the coming years to implement other initiatives including Research and Outreach/Teacher Training.

You are known for your ability to establish, nurture and maintain fruitful relationships and in particular with key funding sources (governments and institutions), while accepting accountability to effectively manage and leverage funds grounded in an effective governance structure, regulatory requirements and appropriate financial and administrative policies and practices.

You will be an exemplary model to foster a culture of excellence and transparency develop among a community of students, tutors, staff and visiting lecturerers, all working towards a common goal.

This is a 3 year, full-time contract opportunity and will be based from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Do you have what we need?

· Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Social Sciences, Development Studies or Educational Leadership; a Doctorate Degree, an asset

· 7-10 years of experience in managing medium to large international settings, ideally as part of a global network

· Experience and understanding of the requirements for using and working with international donor funding e.g. DFID, IDRC, USAID etc.

· A proven record of developing and professionalizing start-up organizations

· Experience working in international environments

· A consummate diplomate with the drive to innovate and lead change with a collaborative spirit

· Superb relationship management skills to lead, manage and interact with a diverse team of professionals

· An influential communicator with strong verbal, writing and presentation skills

· Functionally Bilingual (English-Swahili)

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Internet applications (Dropbox, Skype, Gmail, etc.)

· Ability to speak French, an asset

· Willing and able to travel (25-30%) within and outside of Africa

How to apply:

Are you ready to be a part of the transformation?

Submit your letter of motivation, including salary expectations and a detailed CV, together with the names of at least three references to: careers@nexteinstein.org(Please quote “Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Rector Admin & Operations, TNZ” in the subject line). Applications will be accepted until July 4.

Should no feedback be received from AIMS-NEI within four weeks of your submission, kindly accept that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS-NEI reserves the right not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.

AIMS-NEI is an equal opportunity employer.