We are seeking a General Manager to lead the growth journey of our institution, which has a long-standing presence in the education sector, an innovative vision, and a strong corporate culture. Our institution is distinguished by its academic achievements, its commitment to integrating technology into education, and its mission to prepare students for the future.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field; a master’s degree, doctorate, or MBA is preferred,
- At least 10 years of experience in a General Manager or equivalent senior executive role within the education sector or a dynamic corporate environment,
- A strong track record in strategic management, financial management, budget planning, and corporate growth,
- A visionary approach to artificial intelligence, educational technologies, learning sciences, data analytics, and emerging educational models, with the ability to translate these developments into institutional strategy,
- Proven experience in successfully leading change management, organizational transformation, and cultural transformation initiatives,
- Ability to build a strong corporate culture and develop high-performing, agile, and learning-oriented organizations,
- A data-driven, analytical, and results-oriented management approach,
- Excellent representation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to inspire trust among students, parents, employees, business partners, and other stakeholders,
- Advanced proficiency in English.
Key Responsibilities
- Define the institution’s long-term vision and growth objectives; translate these objectives into annual business plans and measurable key performance indicators (KPIs), and regularly report progress to the Board of Directors,
- Lead and coordinate academic, administrative, operational, and financial processes in line with shared institutional objectives,
- Oversee budgeting, investment, and resource planning while maintaining an effective balance between educational quality, technological investment, operational efficiency, and financial sustainability,
- Monitor global education trends, developments in learning sciences, and artificial intelligence-supported practices; continuously enhance the institution’s educational model and lead its digital transformation,
- Build a working environment based on trust, collaboration, fairness, and accountability; strengthen employee engagement, leadership capabilities, talent development, and organizational excellence,
- Develop and implement growth and marketing strategies that enhance the institution’s brand value, corporate reputation, and market position by delivering a comprehensive student and parent experience that increases satisfaction, engagement, and trust,
- Establish strategic partnerships with national and international educational institutions, universities, and technology companies; oversee accreditation, quality assurance, and participation in international projects,
- Ensure full compliance with the regulations of the Turkish Ministry of National Education and legislation governing private educational institutions, as well as all other applicable legal and ethical requirements,
- Anticipate and manage corporate, financial, operational, and reputational risks, and ensure business continuity through effective crisis management.
