NGO - Country Manager (disability inclusion)

At ConnectedGroup, we are supporting an international non-profit organisation, dedicated to creating pathways to employment, training, rehabilitation, and services for disadvantaged communities, in the search for their Country Manager.

Reporting into regional leadership and leading a small team, the Country Manager will be responsible for taking on a hands-on approach, covering fundraising with government and foundations, customer engagement, team leadership, strategic planning for long-term growth, and office administration, requiring fluency in Cantonese and English, with Mandarin as an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and governance, including development of annual business strategies, operational plans, and budgets.
• Provide advice on local operational issues to senior leadership and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Lead sales and customer engagement, structuring and closing deals, onboarding new suppliers, and diversifying revenue streams.
• Drive fundraising efforts with government bodies and foundations, alongside commercial partnerships.
• Oversee programme delivery, financial sustainability, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, funders, partners, and stakeholders.
• Lead a small team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
• Ensure workplace health and safety systems are in place and adhered to.
• Manage office administration and day-to-day operations.
• Identify opportunities to expand services to support additional marginalised communities.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business studies or similar
• Senior leadership experience in relevant sectors such as social enterprise, recruitment, professional services, NGO, education, ESG, DEI, workforce development, disability inclusion, or employment services.
• Strong business acumen and proven ability to lead a performance-driven organisation.
• Experience in fundraising and partnership development.
• Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on delivery.
• Skilled in building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
• Clear communication skills in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to manage continuity, change, and transition.
• Commitment to inclusive leadership, accessibility, diversity, equity, and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Strong organisational and operational management skills.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop teams.

Interested parties please click on Apply, kindly note only relevant candidates will be contacted.